Pileas Villa, a Supreme Retreat by the Beach | Villa in Sfakaki

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An intimate luxurious escape enough to entertain all your loved ones…our sublime home has been meticulously designed to delight – with a combination of local materials and textures, stylishly useful spaces, and your ultimate comfort in mind. With sumptuous space, unrivalled positions and every conceivable amenity, the Villa is designed to blend in, but also stand out.
Sensory in style, contemporary in spirit, the holiday home showcase authentic style, blissful wellness, inspiring local adventures, and matchless relaxation under the Greek sun. With its ample outdoor area, deluxe amenities and comfortable indoor & outdoor spaces, this property is the epitome of summer indulgence. Incorporates unique style and sumptuous furnishings to create a chic retreat, a perfect escape for romantic and unique family gatherings. Immerse yourself in the romance and luxury at this one-of-a-kind by the beach home, ingeniously designed, conveniently nestled in Pigianos Kampos area - within walking distance to the sandy beach, super markets & restaurants.
Introducing the Pileas Villa
Inspired by its spectacular environment’s architecture, beautiful landscape and precious natural materials, you will definitely fall in love with the blend of dynamic spaces that invite you to relax, play and simply ‘be’ for generations to come. Let your mind wander to the soothing sounds of gentle Cretan breeze and gaze at the sun’s last spectacle, as it sinks behind the horizon in a blaze of fiery red, Pileas Villa is the perfect home to call your own.
*Thetida & Pileas Villas is an iconic complex which includes two independent Villas in total, each of them with separate facilities, private entrances & pools. Kindly note that due to the design of the Villas and the neighbouring Villa's location some areas may be overlooked & the views may be affected. We cannot be held liable for any modifications made to the property without our prior knowledge by the homeowner, nor the surroundings while any areas outside of the premises are beyond our control.
External Living | Private Pool & BBQ
This captivating home lays in 300m² outdoor area - with 30m² lawn area on the back yard and is embellished with a 30m² private swimming pool (1,40 meters deep). Grown-ups can lounge to their sun loungers and bean bag chairs before idling back for al fresco barbecues (Gas BBQ & sink ) under sunset skies, on the shaded outdoor dinning & lounge area. The outdoor area is the perfect location for ice-cold G&Ts, taking in the scenes and watching the sun’s journey. With bespoke outdoor settings & tableware, it is an ideal holiday escape for those who seek the ultimate summery living and an unforgettable holiday experience.
Bonus - Family Friendly:
The retreat features also some children toys on the back yard (a small plastic play house and a children’s small slide and some other toys) inspiring adventure and togetherness.
* The ground floor of the Villa is accessible by wheelchair, however, the facilities and bathroom are not specifically designed for wheelchair access.
Internal Living | Bedrooms & Bathrooms
This captivating Villa boasts exquisite interiors that exude a certain ethereal elegance, in its 175m² indoor space. Offering a bespoke design, the exclusive Villa boasts four bedrooms & four en suite bathrooms - plus one WC, each flaunting a distinctive look and feel. With an abundance of al fresco activities in which to immerse yourself, you're unlikely to venture too far afield when you take exclusive hire of the Villa.
The Villa can comfortably accommodate up to 8 guests in real beds and one extra guest can be accommodated in the sofa bed (0,90x2,00) of the first floor bedroom. The maximum capacity is 9 guests.
Ground Floor
Stately graces and sumptuous furnishings create a real feast for the eye throughout the luxury cosy living spaces: • Kitchen & Dining area, Living Room featuring a 55’’ Smart TV & Playstation console (PS5) with two controllers and games - this area offers direct access to the pool terrace • Bedroom with Queen Size bed (1,60x2,00), En suite bathroom with shower cabin, Smart TV 43” , direct access to back yard with comfy sitting • Bedroom with two Single beds (0,90x2,00) - that can be made up as King Size also, En suite bathroom with shower cabin, Smart TV 43”, direct access to back yard with comfy sitting. • A WC is also available on the ground floor.
First Floor
Bedroom with Queen Size bed (1,60x2,00), En suite bathroom with shower cabin, Smart TV 43”, sofa bed (0,90x2,00) for an extra guest, direct access to balcony with comfy sitting • Bedroom with Queen Size bed (1,60x2,00), En suite bathroom with shower cabin, Smart TV 43”, direct access to balcony with comfy sitting.
Bonus :
Τhis glamorous property meets luxury at its higher end and its most premium form. For your utmost convenience, there is a shaded, five- seater, heated Spa Whirlpool on the 50m2 veranda of the first floor. Lounge to the two sun loungers & comfy sitting available, while enjoying an ice-cold cocktail.
For Relaxation
Sip ice-cold cocktails poolside and savour sun-soaked al fresco feasts and begin and end days within sunrise and sunset skies. Whatever the ingredients for your perfect summer, you’ll find them here.
Your Home Stay Includes
Welcome basket included, courtesy of the owner • Housekeeping, towels and linen changes every 4 days • Pool and garden cleaning twice per week • Baby cot, High chair, Children’s plastic (non-breakable) plates and cups are available upon request.
Practicalities
There is secure private parking space inside the Villa’s premises for two cars • The property is well-equipped with: Fridge with freezer, Electric stove with oven, Nespresso Machine (capsules), Filter coffee machine, Frappe machine, Microwave, Kettle, Sandwich Maker, Toaster, Dishwasher, Food Processor (Multi), Washing Machine, Iron & Board, 4 Hair dryers, First Aid Kit, Fire Extinguisher, Safety Box, Smoke Detectors.
Mod Cons
High quality bath towels, pool and beach towels are available • Coco-Mat mattresses • Bathroom Amenities are available • Air-conditioning in all areas is included & serves for heating purposes also • Wi-Fi coverage is available throughout the villa • Satellite TVs • Bluetooth Dock • Playstation console (PS5) • Mosquito nets in the balcony doors of the living - kitchen area • Outdoor BBQ (Gas) • Outdoor shaded dining area • Indoor area of 175m² • Outdoor area of 300m² • 30m² lawn area • Outdoor children toys • Pets are not allowed • Smoking is allowed only outdoors • Pre stock service available upon request • Events are not allowed • Pool operate seasonally (end of March - middle of November) • 24h/7days ThinkVilla concierge service included.
Pileas Villa is located in the picturesque village of Pigianos Kampos/Sfakaki which in recent years has evolved into a very popular seaside resort, as it combines all the features for both vacations and permanent accommodation.
It is the last part of the long beach of the Bay of Rethymno and the beach of the area is sandy, quite calm and less noisy than the rest beaches of Rethymnon. Between Pigianos Kambos and Stavromenos, you can swim and snorkel in the numerous rocky small coves. Moreover, in Pigianos Kambos you might have the chance to see the protected nests ofsea turtles, laying their eggs on the sandy beach.
The beach is also ideal for sunbathing, swimming and water sports! Enjoy the well known greek sun and sea all day long!
The area is special specifically for another reason too: its has a variety of shops such as a super market, a bakery and a pharmacy, that are within hand’s reach, making ideal for a car free holiday! You can taste the well known traditional Cretan and Mediterranean cuisine in the local tavernas and restaurants, have your coffee in one of the many beach bars on the coast or go for a drink in one of the small bars.
Also in Stavromenos and Skaleta just 5 minutes away by car or bus, guests will find a butcher shop, an ATM machine and a petrol station.
Additionally, its proximity to the highway, makes it easy to move around and travel almost anywhere in Crete and explore the amazing landscape and beautiful rustic villages! It is only 20 minutes’ drive away from the city of Rethymno and approximately one hour from the International Airport of Heraklion.
Out & About
Nearest beach: 150 meters from the villa a small sandy/pebble cove.
Beach: 500 meters Sfakaki long sandy & organised Beach
Nearest Cafe, Super Market & Restaurant: 500 meters.
Bus Stop: 200 meters.
Rethymno Port & Town: 18km (20 minutes driving)
Heraklion International Airport: 72km (60 minutes driving)
Chania International Airport: 78km (70 minutes driving)
Car Rental is recommended although not essential to explore the nearby villages and unique sandy beach locations, as all is reachable on foot and also there is a bus stop to Rethymno city some meters away from the villa.

Pileas Villa, a Supreme Retreat by the Beach is located in Sfakaki. Pileas Villa, a Supreme Retreat by the Beach provides accommodation, featuring Private Pool, Security/Safety, Child Friendly, among other amenities. This Villa features Private Pool, Security/Safety, Child Friendly, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Pileas Villa, a Supreme Retreat by the Beach has 4 Bedrooms , 4 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 9 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Villa because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Villa, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Villa has a friendly neighborhood, and the Sfakaki has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Villa in Sfakaki, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.