Some places stay with you long after you leave. I felt that when I walked into this villa on Crete&#039;s quieter side. It is a piece of the island that feels special as soon as you get near it. The bright white walls catch the sun in that way you only really see in the Mediterranean and the roof has those deep clay tiles that remind you where you are. The thing that really sticks with me about this villa is how every part of it makes the most of its spot by the sea. I kept wanting to stand by the tall windows or just drift outside every few minutes because the views are the sort that slow you right down. You catch the light off the water at sunset and there&#039;s this quietness except for maybe a boat going by in the distance. Even the birds seem relaxed out here. You get over 9000 feet of space and you actually feel it. The living areas open up in a way that makes people want to gather together, maybe with the doors open and that salt air coming through. Sometimes I find big homes can feel a little museum-like—not here. There is a warmth to the furniture and just enough softness in the colors. It almost makes you want to stay in and cook something for hours, especially in the kitchen. It feels like somewhere real meals happen, with laughter and maybe grandparents teaching old recipes. The place has six bedrooms, all with ensuite bathrooms, and you can tell each one was placed so you would wake to ocean views. If you have extra family or maybe friends visiting, there is even a separate one bedroom guesthouse, so nobody is ever cramped or fighting for a bit of space. Honestly it is the outside areas I found myself coming back to. There are all these different spots to sit, either quietly with a book or with everyone around the big table once it cools off in the evening. The gardens are actually green and lush in that Mediterranean way and the big heated pool feels made for drifting in with a coffee in the morning. Sometimes the air smells of the sea and fresh cut grass at the same time. There is this stone courtyard that would probably be good for music or a chat over a late lunch. If you love the water even half as much as I do you will notice the private marina and jetty. It is a place you could keep your boat right at your door, so heading out for a swim or a bit of fishing is just easy, almost too easy honestly. The beachfront is private and sandy and you can just see it now in summer, sunbathing or watching the kids play in the shallows. The vibe here is not at all like some of the busier bits of Crete. You actually see neighbours strolling the beach at dusk, some are families who have been around for decades. The only thing between you and the edge of the island is your own garden and the sea beyond it. Mornings seem slow here, maybe a walk with a coffee or chatting with the gardener about what is coming up in the beds. There are local restaurants close enough that you do not need to plan ahead every night, and you can always pop into the old part of town now and then for something different. The shops know your name after a while. Kids ride bikes, sometimes you see fishermen laughing down at the jetty. This is not the sort of villa you stumble onto often. It does not need flash. The best parts are quiet. If you are curious, want to talk details, or just happily wander through and see how it feels, just let me know. At LuxuryProperty dot com, we really want your next move to feel like something that fits. The only real way to know is to come see it for yourself.

Island Living In A Beautifully Designed Greek Villa at Crete

Magnificent five-bedroom villa in the coastal town of Elounda, Crete. Spacious family home with direct beach access.

This beautiful family home has a three-tiered structure and a classic Mediterranean facade, with exposed brickwork and red tiled roofs. The lowermost level contains four en-suite bedrooms, three of which have walk-in closets, along with a beautiful living room and open kitchen, which opens out to the backyard of the property. The foyer and main entrance is on the middle level, which also contains the main living room with open dining room, and a kitchen with a breakfast table. Both rooms have access to a lovely covered and landscaped terrace.

The master bedroom is located on the topmost level, and features an en-suite bathroom and large walk-in closet. This level also enjoys access to a private balcony and a separate terrace, both covered and with plenty of seating and entertaining space.

From the back, the bottom level flows out to a gorgeous pool deck with a lounge and covered outdoor dining area. This extends out onto a lovely back lawn and landscaped garden, overlooking breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. A paved pathway provides direct beach access.

For the discerning buyer, this villa would be a splendid opportunity.

Incredible 5 Bedroom Palatial Greek Beachfront Villa With Gorgeous Views

Five-bedroom villa with guesthouse in Elounda, located along the coastline of Crete.

This elegantly designed home bears a clean, angular facade with some elements of exposed brickwork to give it a rustic touch, and sloping red tiled rooftops. It is spread over three tiers, with the topmost tier housing the en-suite master bedroom, which contains an expansive walk-in closet and enjoys access to two separate private terraces.

The middle level contains the main living area, which combines with the dining room in a lovely open plan layout and flowing out to a spacious wraparound terrace. There is also a kitchen and breakfast table on this level, along with an en-suite guest bedroom, wine cellar and storage rooms. The lowest level houses the remaining bedrooms, all of which are en-suite, and a laundry room. Beautiful hardwood flooring is found in all the rooms except the bathroom, which has tiled floors. Stone finishes and varying textures add dynamism to the modern interior scheme, and full-height windows let in plenty of natural light.

A beautiful outdoor pool occupies the backyard of the property, with a sun deck, outdoor dining space and landscaped lawn. On the other end of the lawn is a small one-bedroom guesthouse with a 'rooftop' terrace that connects to the pool deck.

For the discerning buyer, this Greek villa would be a fantastic residential opportunity.

Ultramodern Family Living in Villa Catherine with Stunning Sae View, Greece

Coastal five-bedroom villa with independent guesthouse in Elounda, Crete, with uninterrupted views of Mirabello Bay and the Mediterranean Sea.

A sharp aesthetic defines this stunning villa, contrasting sleek modern lines with classical brick elements and traditional tiled roofing. It is split along three levels, with the lowest level housing three en-suite bedrooms with walk-in closets and lounge space. This floor also contains a combined living room and kitchen that opens out to the spacious backyard. The main entrance to the villa is located on the second level, which contains the main living room and dining room, along with another kitchen and a breakfast table. All the rooms have access to an open terrace with lounge and covered outdoor dining space. The master bedroom is located on the topmost level, featuring a lounge, spacious wardrobe, en suite bathroom and access to two separate terraces.

The bedrooms, and especially the master suite, look out onto the coast and ocean panoramas while a beautiful pool deck and lounge at the back of the property enjoys stunning views of the countryside and surrounding hills. A one-bedroom guesthouse is located just beyond the pool, and connects to it via a 'rooftop' terrace.

This villa would be a perfect primary residence or vacation home for the discerning buyer.

Exclusive Four Bedroom Waterfront Villa at Villa Sophia Gorgeous. Greece

Majestic five-bedroom villa with separate guesthouse along the coastline of Elounda in Crete.

Built in the typical style of Mediterranean coastal villas, this fantastic home has a clean modern design complemented by rustic brick and stonework elements. It stands three storeys high, with the lowest storey containing three spacious en-suite bedrooms and a living room with open kitchen. An open plan living and dining room is located on the first floor, along with a second kitchen with a breakfast table. This level enjoys access to a lovely wide terrace that wraps around the side of the villa. The en-suite master bedroom, located on the topmost level, contains a large walk-in closet and has access to two separate open terraces, one of which features a hot tub.

Floor-to-ceiling windows afford every room with fantastic panoramas of the coastline and the ocean, which can also be enjoyed from the pool deck at the back of the property. There is space to set up an outdoor dining area adjacent to the pool, and a paved path leads to the guesthouse, which contains one bedroom and an open plan living and dining room.

For our most discerning clients, this exceptional villa would make for an ideal primary residence or vacation home.

The Most Exquisite 4 Bed Residence at Villa Alexandra in Crete, Greece

Waterfront villa with guesthouse and breathtaking ocean views, located in the hillside of Elounda along the coastline of Crete.

This gorgeous three-level home has a very classic Mediterranean design and palette, with soft neutral tones, rustic stonework and red tiled roofing. It houses three spacious en-suite bedrooms and a living room with an attached kitchenette on the bottom floor. The main living room, connected to a large dining room and kitchen with a breakfast table, occupies most of the second level and leads out to a beautiful partly terrace that wraps around the side of the property and has plenty of room for outdoor dining and entertaining. The master bedroom, with en-suite bathroom and large private wardrobe, is located on the topmost floor and has its own private balcony.

An two-bed guesthouse adjoins the villa, with an en-suite bedroom and studio-style living and dining space. Floor-to-ceiling windows look out onto fantastic ocean panoramas, which can also be viewed from the pool deck set that the edge of the property. Cobbled paths allow access to the large garden and lawn space surrounding the villa, and the beach is but a few short steps away.

For the discerning buyer, this villa represents a great primary residence or vacation home in Greece.

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