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Artemis, (Villa)

4+ bedroom villas

Prices starting from €1155 Euros per week.

2 double bedrooms, 1 twin bedroom, 1 single bedroom, 1 loft double bedroom. Private swimming pool (8m x 5m & depth 0.60m to 1.80m)

Villa Artemis enjoys a privileged and peaceful location in the heart of the countryside, yet only 2kms from the many amenities in the pretty riverside village of Vrisses, and 6kms from the long dune-backed sandy beaches near the seaside resort of Georgioupolis. Set on an elevated wooded hillside, the villa, pool, lawn and terraces command sweeping views over a lush valley of silvery olive groves and tiny hamlets, to the distant Aegean Sea on one side and The White Mountains on the other. Villa Artemis, and its sister property with 3 bedrooms, Villa Avra, have been built and furnished with flair and care by their owner, Despoina. Whilst effortlessly combining traditional Cretan design features with modern facilities including air-conditioning, Satellite TV and internet access, Despoina has managed to create a home away from home which is particularly welcoming and beautifully kept.

Much thought and care has been put into the elegant decor. Tastefully chosen furniture blends in seamlessly with beamed ceilings, terracotta floor tiles, and pastel walls which have been enhanced with ornate hand painted gold leaf borders. The first floor features 3 charming bedrooms, each with their own private balcony, a fully tiled modern bathroom, and a sofa in the hallway. A wooden staircase leads up to a quaint attic style bedroom which children and romantic couples adore. None of the bedrooms share a connecting wall which adds to the peace and privacy of each guest. A 5th bedroom is on the ground floor, near a fully tiled shower room, and is ideal for a less able family member. The roomy open plan living room features a very elegant lounge area with a pretty sponge painted fireplace, leather and dark wood furniture with traditional hand studding, and locally sourced accessories. The kitchen/dining corner has a comforting farmhouse style yet at the same time features every possible modern appliance.

Much time is sure to be relaxing in the well tended Mediterranean garden. Raised stone flowerbeds feature colourful rose bushes on one side of the villa whilst mature olive trees on the other side provide the perfect spot for reading or dozing in the shade. Taking centre stage is the good sized swimming pool that is surrounded by a terracotta tiled sun terrace and flanked by pine and olive trees, and a well kept lawn that is ideal for children to play on. The well equipped barbeque area and the adjacent covered dining terrace are framed by fuchsia bougainvillea, and are likely to be the focal point for many a holiday meal. An array of comfortable garden furniture invites you to do nothing more taxing than sitting back and taking in the panoramic views, either in the brilliant sunshine during the day, or under the breathtakingly clear star filled night sky.

Upon arrival at Villa Artemis, a guest last year said that she had found her own little piece of heaven. Such is the appeal of the property that visitors may find it hard to leave, but this beautiful part of Crete deserves further investigation. The central rural location central means that you are wonderfully placed for exploring. The Dourakis Winery, Lake Kournas, and the waterfalls and Roman tombs at Argiroupolis are within 20 minutes drive, the spectacular Imbros gorge and the south coast are less than an hour away, and the Venetian towns of Rethymnon and Chania, with their fishing harbours and weekly street markets, are just 30 and 40 minutes drive to the east and west.

All in all, every detail from the house position, to elegant décor, and immaculate garden with gorgeous countryside views, makes Villa Artemis perfect for anyone seeking quality accommodation, in a quiet Cretan hamlet where it is easy to leave behind the everyday hustle and bustle, yet is perfectly placed for exploring if desired.

Accommodation.
Ground Floor (A ramp around the back of the house to the side door from the parking area, or 13 steps direct to the side door from the parking area, level with the pool terrace and main veranda: Open plan living room, kitchen and dining area, 1 shower room, 1 single bedroom. The front door opens into the open plan living room and kitchen/dining area which feature a column in the middle and dark wood furniture. Next to the front door are a shelf unit with a mirror, and a chest of drawers with a marble top. The central fireplace is sponge painted and has wood shelves. There are 2 brown leather couches (1 for 2 persons and 1 for 3 persons), a coffee table, 2 elegant black leather armchairs with matching footstools, 2 window stools with cushions, 2 side cabinets which support the flat screen TV, DVD player, stereo, Satellite TV box and a reading lamp, a bookshelf, 2 side tables, glass vases, pretty glass and iron wall sconces, and linen curtains. There is a window that looks out to the pool area and double doors that lead out to a covered veranda and the pool terrace. The veranda is furnished with a rattan 2 person couch with white cushions, 2 matching armchairs and a coffee table.

The kitchen/dining area has built-in wood cabinets, a dining table and 8 chairs with tapestry seats, a matching wood and tapestry couch, a grandfather clock/wine rack, and a decorative wall rack for plates. The kitchen has a good inventory and a ceramic hob, built-in oven, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, microwave, kettle, toaster, sandwich toaster and coffee machine. The kitchen window looks out to the lawn and valley view, and there is a side door out to the garden and barbeque area. A hallway just off the living room leads to the staircase, the shower room and the downstairs single bedroom. The single bedroom has an ornate wood and black wrought iron double bed, a matching bedside table with a marble top and a reading lamp, a dressing table, gilt wall mirror and cushioned stool, a wardrobe with hanging space and drawers, diaphanous curtains, and 2 high windows. The shower room has terracotta and cream wall tiles, a shower, a toilet, a sink and a mirror with a wooden cabinet.

First floor (17 steps up from the ground floor): a hallway with sitting area, 2 double bedrooms each with a private balcony, 1 twin bedroom with a private balcony, 1 full bathroom. At the top of the stairs to the right is the door to the rear double bedroom. All of the bedrooms on this floor have the same style ornate wood and black wrought iron furniture, marble tops, gilt framed flower prints and high wood beamed ceilings. This rear double bedroom has a double bed, 2 bedside tables, a dressing table, wall mirror and stool, a built-in wardrobe with hanging space, shelves and drawers, diaphanous traditional style curtains, a window that looks out over the rose garden to pine trees and the sea in the east, and a double doors that lead out to a covered balcony which has 2 comfortable directors chairs and a coffee table, and which looks out over the olive trees in the garden below towards Villa Avra next door. In the middle of the hallway is the main bathroom which is fully tiled with blue and white tiles, and has a full bath with shower attachment, a dark wood vanity unit with a sink, a mirrored cabinet, a frosted window, a shelving unit, and a washing machine. At the far end of the hallway are the doors to 2 more bedrooms. The twin bedroom is furnished in the same way as the double bedroom but with 2 single beds. It has double doors that open out onto a balcony that has panoramic views out over the garden and pool to the valley and sea in the distance, and is furnished with 2 director’s chairs and a coffee table. The front double bedroom has the same furnishings as the rear double bedroom and it has double doors that open out onto a spacious covered balcony that has a coffee table and 2 chairs and overlooks the pool and garden to the sea in the distance. In the centre of the hallway there is a sofa and a side table, a window to the olive trees in the garden below, and a wooden stair case that leads up to the attic bedroom.

Mezzanine Attic (Top Floor) 11 Stairs from the First Floor: 1 Double Bedroom. A curtain at the top of the staircase opens to reveal a split level attic style bedroom with a low wood beamed ceiling and quaint round windows. On the upper level is a double bed on a low wooden platform, 2 side table/platforms with a marble top and reading lamps. The floor is carpeted and has 1 step down to the lower level which has a comfortable armchair and a desk. (Unlike the rest of the villa, this bedroom does not have air-conditioning but there is a free standing fan.

Location

2km from Villa Artemis is the village of Vrysses which was built on the River Voutakas in 1925. A number of tavernas have been built under the tall plane trees on the banks of the river. Vrysses is primarily a working village that is rich in agricultural products and is famous for its cheese, yoghurt and honey. There are many shops in Vrysses including 2 bakeries, 2 butchers, 2 supermarkets, a bank, a chemist, a post office, clothing shops, a book shop, a jewellers, and a fantastic cake and ice-cream shop. The beach resort of Georgioupolis is 6kms from Villa Artemis and it has many kilometres of sandy beaches as well as an abundance of shops, cafes, and tavernas. Set at the mouth of the Almyros River, there is a small fishing harbour and the Chapel of Saint Nicholas which set at the end of a small causeway in the sea just off the beach. Water sports, miniature golf, and horse riding are all available from Georgioupolis, and the younger members of the family particularly enjoy taking a canoe or pedaloe up the river to feed the turtles in the summer months. The villa is perfectly situated to explore both the north and south coasts. The lovely village of Alikampos is only 4kms from the villa. Alikampos is set on a terraced hillside. The wonderful chapel of “The Koimeses” is situated in a tranquil spot below the village, overlooking a gorge that is thickly forested with conifers, olive and orange trees. Built in 875A.D. the interior walls are completely covered in impressive frescoes that date from the 14th Century. Also near Filipos is the Dourakis Winery which produces delicious local wines. A tour around the winery and delicious home-made food are all available. The road that leads to the south coast runs through Vrysses and leads to the Imbros Gorge, and then onto the Aradeina Gorge. The Imbros Gorge has higher walls that the more famous Samaria Gorge and takes approximately 3 hours to walk through. The small port village of Chora Sfakion is only 45 minutes from Villa Artemis. Here you can take ferries to Loutro or to Agia Roumeli, the village at the bottom of the Samaria Gorge. Villa Artemis is also only 25 minutes from the lovely beach village of Almyrida which is lined with excellent tavernas, has a sports station, and the Villas Crete Tourist Office which is owned and run by Frankie Miles. For those of you looking for even more activity, the historic town Rethymnon is only 35 minutes away by car and the stunning town of Chania is only 45 minutes away.

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Villa amenities

Washing machine
Dishwasher
Microwave Oven
Fridge / Freezer
TV
Satellite TV
Air conditioned bedrooms
Air conditioned lounge
CD player
Telephone
DVD Player
BBQ
Mosquito screens to windows
Central heating
Fireplace
Hairdryer
Iron and ironing board
Welcome Basket

Number of bedrooms	5 - 1 Twin, 3 Double, 1 Single
Number of bathrooms	2
Bath/shower/both	Both

Pool depths	0.60m to 1.80m
Pool size	8m x 5m
Type of shade by pool	Umbrellas

Sofa bed	No
Maid service	2 times a week

Distance to nearest taverna	2km : 30-35 minutes on foot, 5 minute by car
Distance to nearest beach	6km : 90 minutes on foot, 12 minute by car
Distance to nearest mini market	2km : 20-35 minutes on foot, 5 minute by car
Distance to nearest cash machine	2km : 35 minutes on foot, 5 minute by car
How far from airport	60 minutes
How far from nearest large town	35 minutes

Rental Prices

All prices shown are per Villa, per Week, in Euros. Not per person!
These prices include a free Welcome Pack and a free copy of the essential guide book, “Crete on the Road” by Frankie Miles.

A couples discount applies at all times except high season

From :	To :	Price:
Winter 2010	29.03.10	Please Ask
30.03.10	31.05.10	1155
01.06.10	12.07.10	1280
13.07.10	30.08.10	1530
31.08.10	27.09.10	1280
28.09.10	02.11.10	1155






The above prices shown are in EUROS. These prices include a Free Welcome Pack and a copy of the essential guide book “Crete on the Road ” by Frankie Miles!

F.A.Q

Any steps? How many?
A ramp with no steps, or 13 steps from the parking area to the main door of the villa, 0 steps from the pool/garden area to the villa, 17 steps from the ground floor to the first floor, 11 steps from the first floor to the attic bedroom.

How private?
Fairly private.

Nearest neighbour?
Villa Avra – 30m away on one side, no neighbour on the other side of the villa.