Villa Meraki, private pool, Cretan garden, sea views, 10 min drive from beach | Villa in Elounda

9.6 (29 Reviews) |   5 Bedrooms  3 Bathrooms  12 Guests
Agios Nikolaos Villa | Villa Meraki, private pool, Cretan garden, sea views, 10 min drive from beach

5 Bedroom Villa in Agios Nikolaos, Elounda

Welcome to Villa Meraki!
It's not only the unusual architecture and the beautiful garden that makes our villa, your perfect holiday destination. Rent Villa Meraki and enjoy the possibility of staying in this beautiful villa with up to twelve people!
*The original villa consists of three double bedrooms and sleeps six people. The nightly rate that you will find on this HomeAway page is for the original villa with an occupancy of up to 6 people. Of course if you need any extra cots for little children under the age of two, we're happy to set these up for you, free of charge.
*If you would like to stay at Villa Meraki with more than six people, you can either rent the guesthouse (sleeps max. 2 pax) or the extension of the villa (sleeps max. 4 pax) for an additional price per night.
- The extra charge to rent the guesthouse in addition to the villa is €65 a night, on top of our nightly rate.
- The extra charge to open up the extension of the villa in addition to the original villa is €130 a night, on top of our nightly rate.
And it's as easy as that! Never pay too much for your holiday rental anymore. Just choose your combination and enjoy a wonderful holiday at Villa Meraki!
*one more thing. We really value your privacy, so rest assured. If you rent the villa, no matter which option you choose, there will never be any other guests on the property.
To find out more about this one-of-a-kind villa, read on:
This unique, original three bedroom villa, designed in collaboration with a Greek architect, has a very authentic style and is built into the mountainside. The villa lies at 170 meters above sea level and offers mesmerising views over the Elounda bay, surrounding villages and the Cretan mountains.
Completed in 2008, the house is modern but reflects the local history with a tower that represents the stone windmills famous to the area. The stonework around the house and the colours that have been used naturally blend in with its surroundings.
The house is 230m2 on a plot of 3307m2 and is built in multiple levels.
The ground floor has a spacious open plan living/dining area with an open fireplace and a large kitchen. The kitchen is fully fitted and equipped including a central cooking island containing an electric oven, 5-ring gas hob, extractor fan and dishwasher. There is an American fridge/freezer.
The windows that cover the full length of the living room open out to a shaded terrace from which you can enjoy the fantastic views.
Opposite the front door there is a spiral staircase that leads up to the tower of the house. Open the authentic wooden tower door and you will find yourself on the highest point of the property. This spacious terrace offers a breathtaking panoramic view.
The light and spacious master bedroom is to be found on the same floor as the open plan living/dining area. The master bedroom has a wooden floor, fitted wardrobes and an ensuite bathroom with two showers and two round marble sinks. The bathroom has a full floor to ceiling window. The master bedroom has got a very spacious balcony.
The lower floor comprises of two large bedrooms with fitted wardrobes and a shared bathroom with a shower and toilet. Each room has access to their own terrace and the garden. Both downstairs bedrooms consist of two single beds. At your convenience we can always add another single bed to the downstairs bedrooms. We also have baby cots, to put in one of the three bedrooms, if necessary.
Totally independent and at the other side of the pool area lies a guest house of 20m2 which sleeps up to two people and consists of a living/bedroom with downstairs a sofa, kitchenette and bathroom (shower/toilet) and upstairs a mezzanine sleeping area. The guest house has a large private terrace with an olive tree that is over a hundred years old and stunning views of the Elounda bay. There is a roofed outdoor shower in the corner of the terrace. For groups larger than 6 adults, the guesthouse can be rented out on request. (see extra charge for the guesthouse at the top of this description)
The pool area consists of a large (40m2) swimming pool with a wonderful fish design mosaic base, a childrens paddling pool, with built in wooden chairs next to it, and an outdoor shower. The pool area has a smooth wooden deck with two beautiful olive trees that provide some necessary shade.
The garden is fully landscaped and multi terraced. There is a built in barbecue area with a large stone bench and table perfect for al fresco dining. Just down from the pool area there is a sloping grass lawn with a tree hut that was built by the owner and his son. Here, hours of playtime fun awaits your little ones.
If you are a group larger than 6 adults, there is the possibility to rent the luxurious extension of the villa in addition to the villa. The extension is located next to the downstairs bedrooms and consists of a 50m2 bedroom/lounge area that sleeps up to four people and has a large bathroom with two separate showers and toilets. Imagine showering underneath the original rock wall of the mountain that the villa was built into! (see extra charge for the luxurious extension of the villa at the top of this description)

Villa Meraki, private pool, Cretan garden, sea views, 10 min drive from beach is located in Agios Nikolaos. Villa Meraki, private pool, Cretan garden, sea views, 10 min drive from beach provides accommodation, featuring Child Friendly, Internet, Laundry, among other amenities. This Villa features Child Friendly, Internet, Laundry, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Villa Meraki, private pool, Cretan garden, sea views, 10 min drive from beach has 5 Bedrooms , 3 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 12 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 Agios Nikolaos has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Villa in Agios Nikolaos, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pool
TV
View
Private Pool
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 30
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited property registration number 00001119798 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

License number: 00001119798

Reviews

EMMA R.
Jul 28, 2025 04:17:04 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: We have just returned from a wonderful week at Villa Meraki. We have stayed at some beautiful properties over the years but the views here are quite unrivalled. It was brilliant having a baby pool for our 2 year old, and the house itself is full of charm - it's clear that huge amounts of love have been poured into the design with quirks and thoughtful details at every turn. Anne the host was charming and couldn't have done more to help us with local tips throughout. A really special spot tho we would thoroughly recommend to other travellers!
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