Blue Aura Villa affords an authentic yet unique homestay experience, a brand new holiday home, where you can be free to indulge in some serious me time. Out of office, officially on. Pared-back, light-filled interiors chime to contemporary design and offer a stylishly simple shelter within a cool, calm living. This eclectic self-catering retreat offers an idyllic base for discovering all that the location has to offer. The Private Luxury Retreat, is part of an Elite group of ThinkVilla bespoke stays, where hand-picked exceptional properties of outstanding 24/7 service, incredible tailored experiences and unique cultural charm await to inspire you. The Villa has been certified with the Seal of Approval, a 300’ Criteria Rating, for the unique design, innovation, individual quality & inspiring offerings only with ThinkVilla. Start mornings with hands wrapped around a warming mug of fresh coffee in the kitchen, gazing out onto the private swimming pool outside as the dusky hues of dawn brighten to welcome in the day. Further afield, the local village of Stavromenos provides any amenity one would need for their self-catered holiday, as well as the sandy beach, within less than 5 minutes driving while the ever-popular Rethymno town is less than 15 minute drive away. Inspiration for impromptu getaways, our unique retreat offers an indulgent escape without the planning. We all need to escape the rat race – especially for a last minute holiday. Impulse escapes are the very watchword in hedonism, leaving us free of all responsibilities; that dash of much-needed spontaneity is often all that's needed to recharge the batteries. External Living | Pool & BBQ The wonderful holiday home lays in 60m2 outdoor area and is embellished with a 20m2 private swimming pool (1,60 meters deep). Grown-ups can lounge to their sun loungers (there are also two sun loungers & two hanging chairs at the roof terrace) before idling back for al fresco barbecues under sunset skies. BBQ facilities (gas) & sink are also available outdoors, offering a stylish al fresco space for enjoying an evening tipple in the lovely shaded outdoor dining area. Light the barbecue to celebrate long summer evenings. The outdoor area provide the most beautiful and informal space to make meals together, have long, late night conversations after a long day of countryside adventure. Internal Living | Bedrooms & Bathrooms Elegant and stylish, each of the villa’s bedrooms enjoy calming natural tones, flaunt unique design and perfect attention to every luxurious detail. All of the bedrooms are effortlessly and elegantly furnished promising a blissful night's sleep after the day's busy adventures. The Villa boasts five wonderful bedrooms and can comfortably accommodate up to ten guests in real beds. Bespoke designed Internal Living spaces include: Ground Floor Living Room ( featuring a 50’’ Smart TV ) with direct access to the pool terrace & Two Dining areas • Fully Equipped Kitchen • Double Bedroom with Queen Size Bed (1.60x2.00), lightened up with natural light from the window • A shared Bathroom with walk-in shower is available also on the ground floor. First Floor Double Bedroom with Queen Size Bed (1.60x2.00), en suite bathroom with walk-in shower, access to balcony • Twin Bedroom with two single beds (0.90x2.00) joined to form a King Size bed, access to balcony • Double Bedroom with Queen Size Bed (1.60x2.00), access to balcony. • A shared Bathroom with walk-in shower is available also on the first floor. Second Floor Double Bedroom with Queen Size Bed (1.60x2.00), en suite bathroom with walk-in shower, access to balcony with comfy sittings. For Relaxation Lounge in the summer warmth by the outdoor pool, sink into squishy sofas with a glass of wine and gather together in the open-plan kitchen-diner for long nights of home cooked food and deep, roaring laughter. Your Home Stay Includes Welcome basket included, courtesy of the owner • Housekeeping, towels and linen changes once per week • Pool and garden cleaning twice per week, early in the morning • Baby cot, High chair available upon request. Practicalities There is free secured parking space inside the villa’s premises for two cars • The property is well-equipped with all the mod cons; fully equipped kitchen, Fridge with freezer, Electric stove & oven, Filter coffee machine, Espresso Machine (capsules), Microwave, Kettle, Sandwich Maker, Toaster, Juice Maker, Food Processor (Multi), Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Iron & Board, Hair dryer, Safety box, First Aid Kit, Alarm System, Fire Extinguisher, Smoke Detector. Mod Cons High quality bath towels, pool towels are available • Bathroom amenities are available • Air-conditioning in all areas is included & serves for heating purposes also • Wi-Fi coverage is available throughout the villa • Bluetooth Dock • Outdoor BBQ (gas) • Outdoor shower • Outside shaded dining area • Indoor area 180m2 • 60m2 Outdoor area • Pets are not allowed • Smoking is allowed only outdoors • Pre stock service available upon request • 24h/7days ThinkVilla concierge service included • Pool operates seasonally (end of March - middle of November).