It's true that the open living quarters and absence of a separate lounge in this villa located in the fishing village of Panormo are more evocative of an inner-city studio apartment rather than luxurious island living. However, there are more than enough positives at this address that should convince you to overlook the shortcomings.

The fact that there's a private swimming pool is a pretty big plus, while the neighbouring verandah with an alfresco dining table and views of the Cretan Sea is also wonderful, too. Despite the limited floor space, there's a lot to like about the interior as well, from the simple but sleek design to the contemporary fireplace to sit beside when the evenings turn a little chilly.

We should also highlight the fact that the location is excellent, as well. In Panormo, there's a beach, restaurants and taverns to be discovered within 300 metres of the front door, while the city of Rethymno is only 24km to the east and well worth visiting for a day trip for its Venetian harbour alone.



Home truths:
*The villa is spread over a single storey
*There’s free parking for up to two cars on the driveway and additional spaces on the street
*Your host can provide a cot, high chair, children's tableware, a changing table, safety gates and fireplace guards for free upon request
*A welcome basket, pre-arrival shopping list, a 24/7 landline service, linen and towels changes, pool towels, garden maintenance, and pool cleaning two or three times per week are all included in the cost
*The villa is one of three homes on the same site that are available to book in conjunction
*The double bed can be arranged as twin singles if preferred
*There's a motorway close to the house so guests might be able to hear some noise with open doors or windows