Type of building: Detached house. size of property: 1600m². year of construction: 2014.

Villa Ianthos – A Hidden Gem in the Hills of Rethymno

Nestled in the serene hills of Gallou village, just 5 km from Rethymno town and the beach, Villa Ianthos offers a private escape in a breathtaking natural setting. Surrounded by an oak forest, olive groves, and vineyards, this exclusive holiday villa combines privacy, tranquility, and stunning panoramic sea and mountain views.

Exclusivity & Privacy
Villa Ianthos offers a high-quality holiday retreat, fully fenced for complete privacy. Guests can relax by the private swimming pool, which features a separate children's pool and a jacuzzi, all while soaking in the stunning Cretan landscape. Despite its tranquil setting, the villa is conveniently located just 5 km from Rethymno’s lively town center and beautiful sandy beaches.

Outdoor Paradise – 1, 600 sqm of Private Space
The gated, landscaped outdoor area is designed for relaxation and entertainment, featuring:
✅ 35 sqm private pool with 6 sunbeds and a separate children’s pool
✅ Outdoor Jacuzzi (for 6 people)
✅ Fully equipped barbecue area with a sink
✅ Shaded outdoor dining area with pool and nature views
✅ Various furnished lounging spots (sunbeds, sofas, armchairs) on balconies, terraces, and gardens
✅ Safe play areas for children
✅ Gated parking for multiple cars
✅ Ping pong table on the top-floor veranda

Spacious & Elegant Interiors
Spread across two floors, the villa accommodates up to 9 guests in 4 bedrooms (8 adults + 1 child).

Ground Floor
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????️ Elegant dining space and fully equipped kitchen (gas hob, granite countertops, high-end appliances)
????️ Two bedrooms (1 king bed, 1 semi-double bed), each with private balconies
???? Bathroom with bathtub, shower, sink & toilet
???? Laundry room (washing machine with semi-drying function)

First Floor
????️ Two bedrooms (both with king beds & private balconies)
????️ Sitting/play area with sofa bed, 40” HDTV, video & board games
????️ Small kitchenette for convenience
???? Bathroom with bathtub
????️ Large furnished veranda with a treadmill and stunning sea views

Comfort & Modern Amenities
Designed for year-round comfort, the villa features:
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???? High-speed WiFi & structured wiring for Internet & Cable TV
???? Central heating system (oil furnace & energy-efficient fireplace)
???? Adjustable lighting & recessed accent lighting
???? Intercom with a camera for security

Nearby Amenities
???? Closest beach – Rethymno’s sandy beach (5 km)
????️ Rethymno town (5 km)
✈️ Chania Airport (CHQ) – 68 km
✈️ Heraklion Airport (HER) – 86 km
???? Hospital – 7 km (Rethymno)
???? Pharmacy – 1.8 km (Atsipopoulo)
???? Supermarkets & shops – Atsipopoulo & Gallou villages (1-2 km)

Nearby Restaurants
????️ Christos Restaurant – 1 km (Gallou)
????️ Manolis Traditional Taverna – 2 km (Atsipopoulo)
????️ Prima Plora Seafront Dining – 3.7 km (Rethymno)

A Warm Welcome Awaits You
Villa Ianthos is the perfect retreat for guests seeking privacy, comfort, and elegance in a stunning natural environment. The owner and his family are known for their hospitality and will be available to assist you throughout your stay.

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Basic information
- Pets allowed: none
- Type of property: holiday house
- is located in: nothing applicable
- type of building: Detached house
- Total number of floors in the building above the ground floor: 1
- size of property: 1600 m²
- year of construction: 2014
- detached house
- Number of bedrooms: 4
- Number of bathrooms: 2

Top features
- WiFi
- air conditioning: Everywhere
- heating: Everywhere
- balcony
- terrace
- garden: For sole use
- completely enclosed (by wall, fence or hedge)
- outdoor pool
- ㄴ for sole use
- Total of private car parking spaces: 6
- ㄴ of which garage spaces: None
- ㄴ of which carport spaces: None
- ㄴ of which private outdoor parking spaces: 6

Sleeping
bedroom 2
- double bed (1.80 m width)
bedroom 4
- double bed (1.80 m width)
bedroom 6
- double bed (1.80 m width)
bedroom 8
- double bed (from 1.31 m to 1.50 m width)
in the living area
- single bed
- sofa bed for 1 person

Bathroom
bathroom 2
- shower
- bath tub
- basin
- toilet
- hair dryer
bathroom 4
- shower
- bath tub
- basin
- toilet
- hair dryer

Wellness
- whirlpool
- outdoor hot tub

Cooking/Living
- coffee machine: espresso coffee pot, filter coffee machine, coffee machine capsules/pods
- fridge/freezer: freezing compartment, deep freezer, fridge
- stove: gas hob, stove
- oven
- toaster
- microwave
- electric kettle
- dishwasher
- dishtowels
- size of kitchen: 35 m²
- number of dining tables: 2
- number of seats: 12
- number of living rooms: 2
- fireplace

Entertainment
- TV: antenna/DVBT TV, satellite TV
- music system
- fitness equipment

For children
- high chair

Utility
- washing machine: For sole use in the object
- iron
- vaccum cleaner
- safe

Outside area
- veranda
- loggia
- roof terrace
- grill/barbecue: Charcoal grill
- outside shower

Surroundings
- view: sea/lake
- directly at the edge of the wood
- Nearest town centre: 5, 0 km
- Grocery store: 900 m
- going out: 900 m
- restaurant: 900 m
- airport: 80, 0 km
- motorway: 1, 5 km
- port: 5, 0 km
- distance public transport: 5, 0 km
- beach: 2, 5 km
- sandy beach: 2, 5 km
- water (sea, lake, etc.): 2, 5 km
- sea: 2, 5 km
- lake: 24, 0 km
- water sports: 5, 0 km
- moorage: 5, 5 km
- golf course: 100, 0 km
- hiking trail: 500 m

Distinctive features
- villa
- architecture and design houses
- luxury