Melidoni, Chania, Crete, Greece

This private estate, perched at the top of a charming traditional village, offers dramatic views of the gorge, the White Mountain, and the sea towards Rethymno. It includes three stylish, newly built stone houses (280 sqm total), each with separate outdoor areas for maximum privacy. Already a successful rental business, this estate is also perfect for families or groups of friends wanting to stay close together.

Villa 1:

3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom villa with private pool (99 sqm) and land.

Villa 2:

1 bedroom, 1 bathroom owner's accommodation (82 sqm) with a private garden.

Villa 3:

2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms villa with a private heated pool (99 sqm) and land.

Villa 1 Details:

Ground Floor: Designed with a typical Cretan 'upside down' layout to maximize views and keep bedrooms comfortable, you enter into the hallway. Bedroom 1 has a double bed and patio doors to the garden. Bedroom 2 also has a double bed with garden access. The spacious family bathroom features a bath and shower.
1st Floor: The open-plan living area is designed for comfort and efficient use of space, with a fitted kitchen and dining area at one end and a lounge at the other. Double patio doors lead to a dining balcony with sea and mountain views. An external staircase descends to the pool and garden area, where you can hear the soothing sounds of rock-side waterfalls.
Mezzanine: This level has two additional single beds.
Outside: Off-road parking is at the front. The beautifully landscaped garden surrounds the pool area, bordered with vibrant shrubs, bushes, and trees, providing ample space for sunbathing on the tiled patio. An outdoor kitchen facilitates al fresco dining. The villa is adjacent to the owner's property on the left.

Villa 2 Details:

Ground Floor: Features a spacious bedroom and a family bathroom.
1st Floor: The open-plan living area includes a fitted kitchen, dining area, and lounge. Patio doors open to a balcony.
Outside: Parking is available at the front, with a large front garden. The mature landscaped back garden offers plenty of space for sunbathing, reading, relaxing, or private outdoor dining. The covered arch area between the villas provides useful storage spaces.

Villa 3 Details:

Ground Floor: Similar in design to the other villas, you enter into the hallway. Bedroom 1 has a double bed, an en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower, and patio doors leading to the garden and pool area. Bedroom 2 has twin beds, an en-suite bathroom, and garden access.
1st Floor: The open-plan living area is designed for comfort and efficient use of space, with a fitted kitchen and dining area at one end and a lounge at the other. Double patio doors open to a dining balcony with sea and mountain views. An external staircase leads to the pool and garden area, featuring a small koi fishpond and the calming sounds of waterfalls.
Outside: Off-road parking is at the front. The lush green gardens around the private pool and outdoor dining/kitchen areas create a mini oasis. A hidden koi pond adds a tranquil touch. The villa is adjacent to the owner's Villa 2 on the right.

Location: The villas are an easy three-minute stroll to the village center, which has a year-round café frequented by locals and tourists for small plates and local wine and beer. Within a 5-10 minute drive, you'll find beautiful traditional villages like Paidachori, Pemonia, Tzizifes, and Vamos, known for their hiking trails and green landscapes. A scenic 20-minute drive brings you to Kalives or Almyrida beach, and the city of Chania is only a 30-minute drive away, offering harbor-front restaurants and a unique atmosphere.

Key Features:

Air conditioning in bedrooms
Open fireplaces in lounges
Off-road parking
Private gardens and pool areas
Fully furnished
Option to combine Villas 1 and 2 into a larger 3-bedroom family villa, keeping Villa 3 for guests

With breathtaking views as the backdrop, the owners have designed and built the villas to blend seamlessly with the landscape, using local stone and wood, and planting indigenous plants and trees. Each villa features handpicked and reclaimed items, giving each property a unique character.