Vori, Crete

This Cycladic Style Villa in the traditional settlement of Vori in southern Crete offers ample accommodation and many unique features!Set in a serene landscape, this exquisite Cycladic-style villa spans three floors, offering a harmonious blend of modern luxury and timeless elegance. The lower ground floor features an independent studio apartment, a large storage facility/workshop, and a well-equipped engine room. The ground floor welcomes you with an open-plan living and dining area, a modern kitchen, and three bedrooms, each with its own en-suite bathroom. A unique design feature of this home is the direct connection between the ground floor living area and the swimming pool, with direct access also provided from one of the bedrooms. Additionally, another bedroom boasts a fireplace for those cosy, intimate moments.The upper floor houses a versatile study room, equipped with a kitchenette and convertible to an extra bedroom, should such need arise, a fully equipped bathroom and a state-of-the-art home cinema room, providing the perfect retreat for relaxation and entertainment. The home cinema room opens up to a spacious balcony with nice countryside views and a table overlooking the pool. Part of the lower level's roof is a green roof, further enchanting that rural ambience. The house is sold furnished and equipped and features many extras, including two fireplaces, speakers installed in most rooms, a state of the art home cinema, fully equipped kitchens and bathrooms, including a bathtub.The outdoor area of the villa features the pool, equipped with two hydromassage units. The pool is heated via a solar system and/or a heat pump and fitted with a salt electrolyser. Currently, the pool is not filled with water. There is also an outdoor kitchen with a wood oven and a dining table for six, for those wishing for the alfresco dining experience. The garden is mostly lawn but also features a variety of local flora, while the wall fencing offers privacy without obstructing the view.Rental potentialCrete boasts the longest season in Greece, welcoming visitors as early as mid-March and up until mid-November. Thus, properties like this villa, which offer accommodation for large families or groups of friends, are always in demand, and the many extra features of this property can justify a premium price.Location - DistancesVori is a quiet, traditional village near Tympaki, Crete, 56 km from Heraklion and 59 km from Heraklion International Airport. Located in the scenic Messara Valley, the village offers views of Mt. Ida (Psiloritis). It features traditional cafs, dining options, and essential amenities for daily living. It's also an ideal base for exploring nearby attractions like the Phaistos archaeological site (3 km away) and the seaside village of Matala (15 km).Matalas west-facing beach offers an ideal setting to enjoy the sunset. While the village has become a popular tourist destination, it retains the charm and character of its early 20th-century origins as a peaceful fishing village, with traces of the laid-back Hippy lifestyle from the '60s and '70s. Matala also provides a vibrant atmosphere, with shops and taverns for visitors to enjoy. The beach is partially shaded by tamarisk trees, leading to sandstone cliffs and caves that slope into the sea.Key distances: Phaistos Archaeological Site: 3 km Tympaki: 4 km Kamilari: 7.5 km Afthras Beach: 8 km Kommos Beach: 13 km Matala: 15 km Heraklion International Airport: 59 km Heraklion City Center: 56 km Old Town Rethymno: 66 km