Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, pool view and a balcony, Ilys Home, Country Retreat, By ThinkVilla is located in Margarítai. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and bicycle parking, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is situated 5.8 km from Museum of Ancient Eleftherna. The villa with a terrace and mountain views features 4 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 3 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. This villa also provides guests with a patio that doubles up as an outdoor dining area. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Guests can take advantage of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. The area is popular for snorkelling and hiking, in addition, bike hire and car hire are available at this villa. Walking tours can be enjoyed nearby. Archaeological Museum of Rethymno is 27 km from the villa, while Psiloritis National Park is 38 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International, 65 km from Ilys Home, Country Retreat, By ThinkVilla, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

FREE parking!

Activities:

Fishing

Hiking

Diving


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 double bed
Bedroom 3:
1 double bed
and
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 4:
1 sofa bed
and
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
10
Value for money
10
Location
9.2
High score for Margarítai
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Anthony
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location fabulous, lots of local pottery shops and tavernas, everyone was very friendly. All the facilities you would need.
  • Kayleigh
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The villa was comfortable, quiet location and a good space for a family of 7. All the village and people were welcoming and loved helping us speak Greek. The pool was lovely and kept clean. The views were stunning and had all that we needed when...
  • Mark
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Amazing villa with stunning views, great pool, large bedrooms, well fitted kitchen. Great location at the top of the village. The owner Manolis was amazing helping with any requirements. Couldn't have asked for more. Would highly recommend we had...

Quality rating

This property is rated 4 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Managed by Think Villa

Company review score: 9.8Based on 1,333 reviews from 253 properties
253 managed properties

Company information

ThinkVilla Bespoke Stays is a Luxury Villa Rental Agency, which was launched back in 2009, featuring a collection of 300+ Inspiring Retreats, for the Independently Minded. Our Curated Private Villas are in the most Iconic Greek Destinations (Crete, Santorini, Zakynthos, Rhodes, Skiathos), where each ThinkVilla Escape blends comfort & awe in equal measure. ThinkVilla Team believes that surpassing expectation knows no bounds. Independent Minds who transform any stay from “so-so” to superb. We are a team of Hospitality Professionals (Nikki, George, Despina, Marianna, Nikos, Alexandros, Elia, Stelios) who, together with our Managing Director - Maria Gkonta and our ThinkVilla CEO & Founder - Valia Kokkinou, share the same passion : building, detail by detail, amazing holiday experiences for our guests all over Greece. Our dream team of on-the-ground experts is on hand 24/7 to ensure you book a better experience than you had in mind. We are bold trailblazers, rule-breakers, and creative visionaries who bring our own sense of style and unique personalities to each and every villa. Our ThinkVilla brand reflects who we are at our core. Our standards for conscious travel, formalise our commitment as a business to sustainability. We embrace the distinctive, celebrate the unconventional and champion the one-of-a-kind. Seeking out Villas and experiences that have individual character, creativity and place our travellers at the heart of an environment. We promote cultural-environmental sensitivity, encouraging travellers to explore Greece with intention. Small wonders await you, escape to a place where togetherness comes first. Enhance your stay with our Premium Family oriented service offering, designed with our youngest guests in mind. We are looking forward to welcoming you soon in Greece! *Please note that ThinkVilla is acting solely as a Booking Agent in the name & on behalf of the Property Owner, for the rental of the property.

Property information

The first bedroom of the Villa, “Margarita” is located on the ground floor, featuring one double bed and direct access to the terrace and pool area. This bedroom also boasts a kitchenette area with fridge, as well as a single sofa bed which can accommodate one more guest. Additionally, the bedroom boasts an en suite bathroom, featuring an overhead rainfall shower with cabin. One more bedroom is there on the same floor, “Kyriaki” featuring two single beds (that are joined to form a king size bed) as well as an en suite bathroom, featuring an overhead rainfall shower with cabin. This bedroom is lightened up with natural light from the windows. Additionally, boasts a kitchenette area with fridge, coffee maker and a sink. One more guest can be accommodated on a single sofa bed, located in this bedroom. The further two bedrooms of Ilys Home are located on the first floor, the former “Eleni”, features one double bed and direct access to a veranda with comfy sittings. What’s more, the last bedroom “Emmanouil”, also boasts one double bed and direct access to the veranda with comfy sittings. - A bathroom is also available on this floor. - Air conditioning units serve heating purposes. *Accommodation cost Excludes: Resilience Tax 1,50 per villa per night. This is not included in the platform prices and shall be paid, upon check in.

Neighbourhood information

Ilys Home is located in the traditional village of Margarites where you can find almost everything you need . Within walking distance from the villa there is a good selection of cafes and traditional tavernas, as well as a mini market, bakery and a butcher’s shop. The picturesque settlement of Margarites is well known for its pottery, so souvenirs are a must, and the village, with its extraordinary architecture and lovely narrow winding streets, is well worth exploring. Furthermore, Perama town which is 10 minutes away by car ( approximately within 7 kilometre distance) and offers a variety of shops and daily amenities, such as a bakery, grocery store, butcher’s, fresh fish, taverns, cafes, supermarkets. Finally Panormo, is a friendly sea side village, approximately 20 minutes away by car and well known for its sandy beaches. The two main beaches are Limanaki and Limni. Both of them are sandy with clear blue water and ideal for kids, as they are shallow and well protected from winds. Pool operates seasonally (end of March - middle of November)

Languages spoken

German,Greek,English,French

Property surroundings

Facilities of Ilys Home, Country Retreat, By ThinkVilla
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
Parking
Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Children's high chair
    • Dining table
    • Coffee machine
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Seating Area
    Media & Technology
    • Game console
    • Flat-screen TV
    • Satellite channels
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Sofa bed
    • Clothes rack
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Private entrance
    • Iron
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Sun terrace
    • Barbecue
    • Private pool
    • BBQ facilities
    • Patio
    • Balcony
    • Terrace
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Seasonal
    • Pool/beach towels
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    Wellness
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    Food & Drink
    • Grocery deliveries
      Additional charge
    Activities
    • Walking tours
    • Snorkelling
      Off-site
    • Horse riding
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Diving
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Hiking
      Off-site
    • Fishing
      Additional chargeOff-site
    Outdoor & View
    • Inner courtyard view
    • Landmark view
    • Mountain view
    • Pool view
    • Garden view
    • View
    Building characteristics
    • Detached
    Transport
    • Bicycle rental
      Additional charge
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Car hire
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Express check-in/check-out
    • 24-hour front desk
    Miscellaneous
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    Languages spoken
    • German
    • Greek
    • English
    • French

    Property practices

    This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules
    Ilys Home, Country Retreat, By ThinkVilla takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 16:00 to 00:00
    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    From 01:00 to 11:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Cot upon request
    Free

    The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cots are subject to availability.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 23
    Payments by Booking.com
    Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Quiet hours
    Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 06:00.
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Ilys Home, Country Retreat, By ThinkVilla in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 06:00:00.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

    License number: 1095814

    FAQs about Ilys Home, Country Retreat, By ThinkVilla

    • The prices at Ilys Home, Country Retreat, By ThinkVilla may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Ilys Home, Country Retreat, By ThinkVilla on this page.

    • Yes, Ilys Home, Country Retreat, By ThinkVilla is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Ilys Home, Country Retreat, By ThinkVilla offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Massage
      • Hiking
      • Snorkelling
      • Diving
      • Fishing
      • Bicycle rental
      • Horse riding
      • Swimming Pool
      • Walking tours

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Ilys Home, Country Retreat, By ThinkVilla on this page.

    • Yes, there is a private pool. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Ilys Home, Country Retreat, By ThinkVilla on this page.

    • Ilys Home, Country Retreat, By ThinkVilla has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 4 bedrooms

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Check-in at Ilys Home, Country Retreat, By ThinkVilla is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Ilys Home, Country Retreat, By ThinkVilla can accommodate the following group size:

      • 10 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Ilys Home, Country Retreat, By ThinkVilla is 200 yards from the centre of Margarítai. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.