Villa Zevra

The villa

Villa Zevra is a spacious six-bedroom property located in Skordili, Rethymno, set within five acres of private landscaped grounds. The villa features a large swimming pool with views of the surrounding nature and provides outdoor seating options, including cushioned bean bag chairs. A children’s play area is also available, positioned so it can be easily supervised.

Inside, the design combines classic and modern elements, with high-beamed ceilings, neutral-coloured walls, and custom artwork. Large glass windows create a bright and open atmosphere. The living area offers comfortable seating and a television, while the fully equipped kitchen provides all necessary facilities for meal preparation. Guests can choose to dine indoors or on the balcony terrace.

The ground floor has two en-suite bedrooms: one double room with an additional sofa bed that converts into a double, and one twin bedroom. Both rooms share access to a balcony. On the first floor, there is a small office space and the master en-suite bedroom, which includes a walk-in wardrobe, a private balcony with sea views, and a marble bathroom with a spa-style tub. This floor also has a twin bedroom and a double en-suite bedroom with views of the surrounding forest.

The basement has been renovated to serve both leisure and relaxation needs. It includes a spacious double bedroom with two single sofa beds, a playroom, a home cinema, an indoor heated swimming pool, and a hot tub. A kitchenette and modern bathroom make the basement a self-contained living space.

In total, the villa accommodates up to twenty guests. Additional amenities include a ping-pong table and barbecue facilities. The nearby village of Atsipopoulo, within walking distance, offers supermarkets, shops, and restaurants. Rethymno city, located 2 km away, features a Venetian castle, harbour, and historic old town with cobbled streets and local character.

Villa Zevra is in traditional Atsipopoulo village on the popular Greek island of Crete. It oozes laid-back charm with its old buildings and friendly atmosphere. From the villa, it’s only a few minutes’ walk to local shops, supermarkets and tavernas. Atsipopoulo is also 5km from the charming north-coast town of Rethymno with its Venetian citadel of Fortezza, Venetian Harbour and Old Town. The harbour is filled with coloured fishing boats and lined with tavernas, bars and restaurants. Look out for freshly-caught seafood or classic Greek dishes like souvlaki (tender cuts of meat) and moussaka. Culture lover? Get your fix at Rethymno Lighthouse (built in 1830) or get an insight into traditional life at the Historical and Folklore Museum with local crafts like textiles and ceramics. Visit the beautiful Venetian mansions in Arkadiou Street or relax with a coffee at one of the cafés.

You won’t have to walk far to get to the beach either - it’s right in the middle of town. Rethymno beach boasts a long 12km stretch of soft sand and shallow swimming waters. Bordering it is a promenade, and it’s just across the road from shops, cafés and restaurants for when you get peckish during the day. There’s also brilliant turquoise waters at the nearby beaches of Skinaria, Ammoudi and Damnoni, all located near Plakias village (about 30km south of Rethymno). For adventuring further afield, the Sacred Monastery of Arkadi is about a 30-minute drive from Rethymno. The holy spot is a peaceful oasis of golden stone buildings and flower-filled courtyards. From here, you can walk through fields and meadows to the village of Pikris and stop for lunch.