Villa in Lasithi
12 guests · 5 bedrooms · 3 baths
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About this villa rental
Welcome to Villa Meraki!
It's not only the unusual architecture and the beautiful garden that makes our villa, your perfect holiday destination. Rent Villa Meraki and enjoy the possibility of staying in this beautiful villa with up to twelve people!
*The original villa consists of three double bedrooms and sleeps six people. The nightly rate that you will find on this HomeAway page is for the original villa with an occupancy of up to 6 people. Of course if you need any extra cots for little children under the age of two, we're happy to set these up for you, free of charge.
*If you would like to stay at Villa Meraki with more than six people, you can either rent the guesthouse (sleeps max. 2 pax) or the extension of the villa (sleeps max. 4 pax) for an additional price per night.
- The extra charge to rent the guesthouse in addition to the villa is €65 a night, on top of our nightly rate.
- The extra charge to open up the extension of the villa in addition to the original villa is €130 a night, on top of our nightly rate.
And it's as easy as that! Never pay too much for your holiday rental anymore. Just choose your combination and enjoy a wonderful holiday at Villa Meraki!
*one more thing. We really value your privacy, so rest assured. If you rent the villa, no matter which option you choose, there will never be any other guests on the property.
To find out more about this one-of-a-kind villa, read on:
This unique, original three bedroom villa, designed in collaboration with a Greek architect, has a very authentic style and is built into the mountainside. The villa lies at 170 meters above sea level and offers mesmerising views over the Elounda bay, surrounding villages and the Cretan mountains.
Completed in 2008, the house is modern but reflects the local history with a tower that represents the stone windmills famous to the area. The stonework around the house and the colours that have been used naturally blend in with its surroundings.
The house is 230m2 on a plot of 3307m2 and is built in multiple levels.
The ground floor has a spacious open plan living/dining area with an open fireplace and a large kitchen. The kitchen is fully fitted and equipped including a central cooking island containing an electric oven, 5-ring gas hob, extractor fan and dishwasher. There is an American fridge/freezer.
The windows that cover the full length of the living room open out to a shaded terrace from which you can enjoy the fantastic views.
Opposite the front door there is a spiral staircase that leads up to the tower of the house. Open the authentic wooden tower door and you will find yourself on the highest point of the property. This spacious terrace offers a breathtaking panoramic view.
The light and spacious master bedroom is to be found on the same floor as the open plan living/dining area. The master bedroom has a wooden floor, fitted wardrobes and an ensuite bathroom with two showers and two round marble sinks. The bathroom has a full floor to ceiling window. The master bedroom has got a very spacious balcony.
The lower floor comprises of two large bedrooms with fitted wardrobes and a shared bathroom with a shower and toilet. Each room has access to their own terrace and the garden. Both downstairs bedrooms consist of two single beds. At your convenience we can always add another single bed to the downstairs bedrooms. We also have baby cots, to put in one of the three bedrooms, if necessary.
Totally independent and at the other side of the pool area lies a guest house of 20m2 which sleeps up to two people and consists of a living/bedroom with downstairs a sofa, kitchenette and bathroom (shower/toilet) and upstairs a mezzanine sleeping area. The guest house has a large private terrace with an olive tree that is over a hundred years old and stunning views of the Elounda bay. There is a roofed outdoor shower in the corner of the terrace. For groups larger than 6 adults, the guesthouse can be rented out on request. (see extra charge for the guesthouse at the top of this description)
The pool area consists of a large (40m2) swimming pool with a wonderful fish design mosaic base, a childrens paddling pool, with built in wooden chairs next to it, and an outdoor shower. The pool area has a smooth wooden deck with two beautiful olive trees that provide some necessary shade.
The garden is fully landscaped and multi terraced. There is a built in barbecue area with a large stone bench and table perfect for al fresco dining. Just down from the pool area there is a sloping grass lawn with a tree hut that was built by the owner and his son. Here, hours of playtime fun awaits your little ones.
If you are a group larger than 6 adults, there is the possibility to rent the luxurious extension of the villa in addition to the villa. The extension is located next to the downstairs bedrooms and consists of a 50m2 bedroom/lounge area that sleeps up to four people and has a large bathroom with two separate showers and toilets. Imagine showering underneath the original rock wall of the mountain that the villa was built into! (see extra charge for the luxurious extension of the villa at the top of this description)
It's not only the unusual architecture and the beautiful garden that makes our villa, your perfect holiday destination. Rent Villa Meraki and enjoy the possibility of staying in this beautiful villa with up to twelve people!
*The original villa consists of three double bedrooms and sleeps six people. The nightly rate that you will find on this HomeAway page is for the original villa with an occupancy of up to 6 people. Of course if you need any extra cots for little children under the age of two, we're happy to set these up for you, free of charge.
*If you would like to stay at Villa Meraki with more than six people, you can either rent the guesthouse (sleeps max. 2 pax) or the extension of the villa (sleeps max. 4 pax) for an additional price per night.
- The extra charge to rent the guesthouse in addition to the villa is €65 a night, on top of our nightly rate.
- The extra charge to open up the extension of the villa in addition to the original villa is €130 a night, on top of our nightly rate.
And it's as easy as that! Never pay too much for your holiday rental anymore. Just choose your combination and enjoy a wonderful holiday at Villa Meraki!
*one more thing. We really value your privacy, so rest assured. If you rent the villa, no matter which option you choose, there will never be any other guests on the property.
To find out more about this one-of-a-kind villa, read on:
This unique, original three bedroom villa, designed in collaboration with a Greek architect, has a very authentic style and is built into the mountainside. The villa lies at 170 meters above sea level and offers mesmerising views over the Elounda bay, surrounding villages and the Cretan mountains.
Completed in 2008, the house is modern but reflects the local history with a tower that represents the stone windmills famous to the area. The stonework around the house and the colours that have been used naturally blend in with its surroundings.
The house is 230m2 on a plot of 3307m2 and is built in multiple levels.
The ground floor has a spacious open plan living/dining area with an open fireplace and a large kitchen. The kitchen is fully fitted and equipped including a central cooking island containing an electric oven, 5-ring gas hob, extractor fan and dishwasher. There is an American fridge/freezer.
The windows that cover the full length of the living room open out to a shaded terrace from which you can enjoy the fantastic views.
Opposite the front door there is a spiral staircase that leads up to the tower of the house. Open the authentic wooden tower door and you will find yourself on the highest point of the property. This spacious terrace offers a breathtaking panoramic view.
The light and spacious master bedroom is to be found on the same floor as the open plan living/dining area. The master bedroom has a wooden floor, fitted wardrobes and an ensuite bathroom with two showers and two round marble sinks. The bathroom has a full floor to ceiling window. The master bedroom has got a very spacious balcony.
The lower floor comprises of two large bedrooms with fitted wardrobes and a shared bathroom with a shower and toilet. Each room has access to their own terrace and the garden. Both downstairs bedrooms consist of two single beds. At your convenience we can always add another single bed to the downstairs bedrooms. We also have baby cots, to put in one of the three bedrooms, if necessary.
Totally independent and at the other side of the pool area lies a guest house of 20m2 which sleeps up to two people and consists of a living/bedroom with downstairs a sofa, kitchenette and bathroom (shower/toilet) and upstairs a mezzanine sleeping area. The guest house has a large private terrace with an olive tree that is over a hundred years old and stunning views of the Elounda bay. There is a roofed outdoor shower in the corner of the terrace. For groups larger than 6 adults, the guesthouse can be rented out on request. (see extra charge for the guesthouse at the top of this description)
The pool area consists of a large (40m2) swimming pool with a wonderful fish design mosaic base, a childrens paddling pool, with built in wooden chairs next to it, and an outdoor shower. The pool area has a smooth wooden deck with two beautiful olive trees that provide some necessary shade.
The garden is fully landscaped and multi terraced. There is a built in barbecue area with a large stone bench and table perfect for al fresco dining. Just down from the pool area there is a sloping grass lawn with a tree hut that was built by the owner and his son. Here, hours of playtime fun awaits your little ones.
If you are a group larger than 6 adults, there is the possibility to rent the luxurious extension of the villa in addition to the villa. The extension is located next to the downstairs bedrooms and consists of a 50m2 bedroom/lounge area that sleeps up to four people and has a large bathroom with two separate showers and toilets. Imagine showering underneath the original rock wall of the mountain that the villa was built into! (see extra charge for the luxurious extension of the villa at the top of this description)
Amenities at Villa Meraki, private pool, Cretan garden, sea views, 10 min drive from beach
Free WiFi/internet
Air conditioning
Pool
Non-smoking
TV
Coffee/tea maker
Refridgerator
Kitchen
Balcony/Terrace
WiFi/Internet
Private pool access
Microwave
Dishwasher
Washing machine
Dryer
Patio
No pets allowed
Garden
Oven
Stove
Laundry services
Fireplace
Sofa bed
Children's high chair
Ironing facilities
Towels
Safe
Hairdryer
Map of Lasithi
Ratings and reviews
Summary of reviewsBeautiful setting with spectacular views, well-appointed villa, amazing gardens and pools, lovely village, great food recommendations provided. Paradise on earth!
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Nov 2025
A gorgeous villa. Beautiful property, perfect for a family vacation with plenty of room for everyone and a nice outdoor area with gardens. The private pool was especially nice for the kids. Everyone we met in Elounda was kind and gracious. We will be back again!
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Jul 2025
We have just returned from a wonderful week at Villa Meraki. We have stayed at some beautiful properties over the years but the views here are quite unrivalled. It was brilliant having a baby pool for our 2 year old, and the house itself is full of charm - it's clear that huge amounts of love have been poured into the design with quirks and thoughtful details at every turn. Anne the host was charming and couldn't have done more to help us with local tips throughout. A really special spot tho we would thoroughly recommend to other travellers!
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Aug 2023
Beautiful setting
5.0 / 10.0·Oct 2017
I wanted a special villa for a family holiday and hit the jackpot here. Photos can't do it justice. It is breathtaking.We stayed the first 2 weeks in September and the weather was hot. The villa sits high up the hill on the coast so you have to expect it to be a bit breezy at times, but for us this was never a problem (quite welcome actually). There were 7 adults across 3 generations in our party, and we rented the neat little annexe, at the bottom of the garden. There is so much space in this villa and the grounds and it has been very tastefully set out - many comfortable nooks and crannies for people to take themselves off to if they fancy a quiet space to read, or contemplate. The pool is a great size and many happy hours were spent playing pool games. A highlight for all was the occasional visit from the local goats who come in to ‘cut’ the grass! The sunrises are worth getting up for.It shouldn’t be a surprise that, to get to the villa, you have to negotiate steep terrain and the roads are quite something! You do get used to them though. We hired 2 small cars locally and, with hindsight, I would get something better equipped to handle the steep hills. But definitely worth it to get to this gorgeous place. Scott met us in the town square in the early hours of the morning to take us to the villa and was very friendly despite our late arrival. He was on hand to help with anything over the fortnight and Ellen, the owner, had arranged for provisions to be brought in for us which was such a special and welcome touch. The house is well equipped and we cooked there several times (the barbeque is massive). The doors fold right back so you can eat comfortably, with an al fresco feel. Like elsewhere in Crete, it’s definitely worth taking mosquito repellent. The views at night are incredible! There are quite a few steps, inside and out, which require some care. Those, and all the swimming, helped to minimise the holiday weight gain! Elounda, a five minute drive down the hill, is a lovely town with very friendly people who take great pride in providing excellent service. We ate out a lot and didn’t feel the need to venture further afield! Everyone speaks English well. The shops have everything you need, and the local butcher provided us with massive steaks, chicken skewers and king prawns for the barbeque.Our stay was unforgettable! We had a fantastic family holiday and made many, many happy memories.
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Top rated by guests
9.6Outstanding
(29 Ratings)
Beautiful setting with spectacular views, well-appointed villa, amazing gardens and pools, lovely village, great food recommendations provided. Paradise on earth!
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