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Set atop the Cretan sea, only 50 meters from the sandy beach, Villa Contessa del Mare takes advantage of its location by offering sweeping views of the beach, the bay, and the village of Panormo. All of our en-suite bedrooms have access to verandas or balconies, ensuring unrestricted access to the impressive view. Furnished in a combination of stylish and luxurious touches, the villa offers a perfect layout to maximize both space and views. It can accommodate 8 people in beds and up to 10 if necessary. -Accommodation cost excludes Climate Resilience Tax. The amount for the accommodation type is set at 15 euros per night from April to October and 4 euros per night from November to March, payable upon check-in.

Villa Contessa del Mare is located just 50m from the sandy organized beach in Panormo village, a beautiful seafront village with a lovely view overlooking the Cretan Sea. It is the most central location of the island of Crete, and from here you can visit the whole island. It is only 22 km from Rethymno and 56 km from Heraklion town. Panormo has all kinds of shops such as supermarkets, pharmacies, traditional taverns, cafes, restaurants, and some of the best sandy beaches on the North coast of Crete and everything can be reached on foot from the house. With its Cretan hospitality and traditional character, Panormo ensures an unforgettable visit that features impressions of Crete that will remain in the minds of all of its visitors. Additionally, take advantage of the location and explore the nearby villages of Melidoni, Margarites, Eleftherna, Zonian, and Anogia where you can interact with real Cretan people and feel the Cretan hospitality. Around those villages you will also be able to see some unique sightseeing spots like the Idaion Andro cave where Zeus was born according to Greek Mythology, the Zoniana village museum with candle statues, and the cave “Sfendoni”, the well-known cave of Melidoni, the traditional pottery shops in Margarites, the Ancient city of Eleftherna with its museum and many more. Furthermore, if you are looking for privileges that only a big city can offer, then Rethymno town is 22 km away and offers unique facilities and a wide variety of entertainment. is located in Panormo, a beautiful seafront village. From the villa, you are near shops, restaurants, cafes, and the beach. You have plenty of choices that are reachable on foot.