Saray Monumental Luxury Villa

Entire villa in Rhodes, Greece

  1. 12 guests
  2. 5 bedrooms
  3. 6 beds
  4. 4 baths
Hosted by Claudia
  1. 15 years hosting

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This special place is close to everything, making it easy to plan your visit to Rhodes. Saray is a word of Persian origin (سرای sarai) which means "palace and in Hebrew my princess.
The Saray is sustainable with natural beds material made by CocoMat and we use only biological products for cleaning. Comfy amenities are complimentary.
We can arrange transfer and excursions upon request and extra charge. LGTB community welcome.

The space
The Saray is a magnificence villa inside the medieval city of Rhodes with a pool and a garden of 1.200 m2 on the path of Pythagoras. The Mansion is dated back to 1901 and has been lovely restored in summer 2022.

The luxury villa offers in the Main house total 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms on two different levels. The bathrooms are with shower & bidet ,a kitchen with dish washer and an open dinning area on the ground floor with the first floor in total of 180 m2 . An auditorium, with a closed wooden balcony is on the first floor, windows with a 180 degree view over the medieval city to the Grandmaster Palace and sea view ( 2 bedrooms & 1 bathroom are located here) .A cozy sitting area invites you to enjoy the sunrise or sunset.

Under the main building there is an individual apartment - the Souterrain which is 60 m2 with stone arch and offers an additional open kitchen with washing machine, a mezzanine for sleeping 2 persons & 2 on a sofa bed 1,80 x 2,00 and 2 private bathrooms with shower, toilet & bidet surrounded by glass windows.

Each bedroom is equipped with a smart TV, ac, wine cooler, safe- only in 2 bedrooms, wardrobe and complementary toiletries.

Guest access
The whole villa and garden is for our guest only. Small events, weddings and parties are welcome for up to 60 guests, please drop us a line .We have a wedding planer in our team.

Other things to note
Enjoy a daily complimentary breakfast by our private chef, served each morning in our peaceful garden — a perfect start to your day in Rhodes.

Please note that vehicle access to the Medieval City is not permitted. For your convenience, we offer a pre-booked taxi transfer service for €40, which is one of the few authorized to enter the Old Town. This service accommodates up to 4 guests. For larger groups, please contact us in advance to arrange alternative transportation and receive a custom quote.

If you require baby cots, these must be reserved in advance at a rate of €30 per stay.

We also welcome family pets upon request, with an additional cleaning fee of €100 per stay.

I am available and reachable for any questions or requests before and during your stay.

From November to March, we are pleased to offer special monthly rates — please inquire for availability and details.

About Saray – A Living Monument of History and Craftsmanship

Saray is not just a villa — it is a monumental property with a rich and storied past, celebrated for its unique architecture and masterful design.

The villa's interior showcases elaborate handcrafted wooden elements that reflect and complement the stone-inspired architectural features of the building. The grand hall features beautifully tiled floors, while the ceilings are crafted from hand-painted wood in elegant tones of blue, yellow, and warm terracotta.

A handmade wooden staircase, complete with detailed banisters and railings, leads to the upper level. All rooms are adorned with wooden floors and ceilings, large windows, and air conditioning for your comfort. The wood used — Katrani timber — was historically imported from Turkey and traded through Rhodes, Egypt, and Marseille, giving the villa a distinct historical and cultural identity.

The first-floor ceiling is especially remarkable, featuring two large hand-painted square panels with geometric patterns and romantic garland motifs, creating an atmosphere of understated nobility and timeless elegance.

As per Greek law, a Climate Resilience Tax of €10/day is payable in cash upon arrival.

Photo Credits: © Costas Mitropoulos / © Stelios Kalisperis

Registration Details
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City skyline view
Courtyard view
Shared beach access
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Where you’ll be

Rhodes, Greece
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Neighborhood highlights

The Greek neighbourhood is friendly and safe ,the house is located close to all sight seeings and the yacht harbour within 1 minute.
The top attraction is the vast
14th-century Palace of the Grand Masters,housing a museum tracing the islands history.
To reach it, walk up Ippoton Street, lined with ‘Inns each one representing a different country from
where the knights originated. Close by, the 15th-century Knights Hospital houses the
Archaeological Museum, while the nearby Byzantine Museum displays religious icons
and frescoes in the former cathedral
Also take a look at the pink 16th-century Mosque of Suleiman the Magnificent,
built when Rhodes was controlled by the Ottomans. A short distance southwest of town,
overlooking the sea, the Acropolis of Ancient Rhodes is home to the Temple of Apollo.

Many cruise companies also offer a half-day excursion by bus to Lindos, a whitewashed hillside
village crowned by a medieval fortress and an ancient Greek temple.

Highlights

* Ippoton Street (Street of the Knights)

* Palace of the Grand Masters

* Knights Hospital

* Byzantine Museum

* Mosque of Suleiman the Magnificent

* Jewish Museum
Excursions
Trips to Marmaris(Tuerkey) or other Greek Islands
Ferryboats to the Mainland ,Cyprus, Israel and Lebanon
Directflights to Europe during season time april-october
winter flights via Athens


Highlights
• City Walls
• Ippoton Street (Street of the Knights)
• Palace of the Grand Masters
• Knights Hospital
• Byzantine Museum
• Mosque of Suleiman the Magnificent
• Acropolis of ancient Rhodes
• Lindos
Shopping
The former bazaar area of Sokratous Street in Rhodes old town is the best place to shop for souvenirs, though you will also find some chic gift stores in Lindos. Typical mementoes include Turkish-inspired rugs, ceramics (decorated with a deer, the symbol of Rhodes), leather goods, furs (from Kastoria in northern Greece), and gold and silver jewellery. Local wines, olive oil and sponges are also good buys.
Eating Out
Greek cuisine is based on fresh, seasonal, Mediterranean ingredients, with the abundant use of olive oil. Popular main courses include simply prepared fresh seafood, plus charcoal-grilled meat and hearty stews.
When To Go
The Mediterranean cruise season runs from late April to late October. Peak season in Greece is July to August, when all the main destinations are very hot and very crowded. Try to visit in May/June or September/October/November/December to avoid the crowds and enjoy milder weather.


Many of the outdoor scenes of The Guns of Navarone (starring Gregory Peck, David Niven and Anthony Quinn) and Escape to Athena (starring Roger Moore and Telly Savalas) were filmed on the Island of Rhodes.

rhodes city
The city of Rhodes is situated in the north-east tip of the island and forms a triangle from north to south. It is the smallest municipality of the island in terms of land area and the largest in population. It borders with the Aegean Sea in the north, the east and the west and with the municipalities of Ialysos and Kallithea in the south.The island of Rhodes is at a crossroads between Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. This has given the city and the island many different identities, cultures, architectures, and languages over it long history. Its position in major sea routes has given Rhodes a very rich history. The island has been inhabitated since about 4000 BC (Neolithic Period).Both city and island population continue to grow contrary to national levels the city has an official population of 54,000, but the actual population is estimated between 75 and 80,000. This is caused by many permanent residents of the city registering in their place of birth during the census. Thus the citys total population, as counted by the census, is less than the number of people actually residing in the city. Currently it is estimated that 80,000 people reside permanently in the city although last census showed only 54,000. This issue is criticized by the city mayors as permanent population burden the municipality with costs that can not be justified by the official numbers.The road network of the city is gradually becoming insufficient as the car fleet expands at a rate of 5,500 per year thus making both traffic and parking an increasing concern for the city officials, especially during the high-season (about 70,000 cars move from/to the center per day). The Medieval Town closes for vehicles during the summer so all the traffic gathers outside the walls and towards the modern city center which has mainly narrow and one-way streets. Finding a parking space is difficult and moreover it is under a fee. Direction signings on the streets are sufficient. From the south end of the city begins the E-95, the national road that connects the city with Lindos.

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My work: travel & Marketing,Rhodes4vacation
Having made the beautiful island of Rhodes my long-term home, I bring a German heritage and a deep love for the Aegean lifestyle. I enjoy nothing more than meeting new people and sharing the best of our island. My platform, Rhodes4Vacation on Airbnb, features a select portfolio of licensed (EOT) villas and apartments, which I personally welcome you to. A note for your planning: the required Greek Government climate resilience tax (€10-€15 /night)

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in: 4:00 PM - 1:00 AM
Checkout before 10:00 AM
12 guests maximum
Safety & property
Exterior security cameras on property
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm