Villa Orea Thea holds a fabulous location in the Palaiokastro area of the island, close to Heraklion, Crete’s capital, situated on a peaceful bay overlooking the sparkling Aegean Sea with the lights of the city in the distance. The villa is close to the charming resort of Agia Pelagia; this relaxed fishing village is great for families and boasts a handy selection of amenities including restaurants, tavernas and a sandy beach perfect for snorkelling. Heraklion itself is only a short car journey away and offers a wider variety of nightlife, with plenty of choice in bars and clubs. The modern villa can sleep up to six guests across three beautiful bedrooms. On the ground floor is the spacious living accommodation comprising of an open-plan living and dining room with sliding patio doors helping to bring the beautiful outside and sunshine in! Also on this level is a fully-equipped fitted kitchen complete with all the necessary modern amenities for a more than comfortable stay. Upstairs, on the first floor, is the master double bedroom which boasts spectacular views out to sea as well as a luxury en-suite bathroom with a jacuzzi bathtub, the perfect place to soak after a long day of sightseeing! Also on this level are the further two double bedrooms and a family bathroom. Outside, the gardens are as equally beautiful. The private infinity-style pool is a picture-perfect spot from which to soak up the sunshine while admiring the impressive sea views with Heraklion in the distance. The covered dining area, which is complete with a built-in barbecue, is fantastic for those who enjoy al fresco dining, the comfy sofas are the perfect spot to spend a lazy evening with a cool drink while admiring the night-time views over the bright lights of the city. Features: The Villa Ground Floor - Kitchen with oven, microwave, espresso coffee machine, dishwasher, fridge/freezer and dining facilities - Living room with fireplace, satellite smart TV, blue ray DVD player, home cinema, dining facilities and sliding patio doors leading to terrace and pool area First Floor - Master bedroom with double bed, smart satellite TV and en-suite bathroom with jacuzzi bath tub, shower, WC and washbasin - Bedroom with double bed, desktop and smart satellite TV - Bedroom with double bed and smart satellite TV - Bathroom with shower, WC and twin washbasins Exterior Grounds - Private infinity-style swimming pool (8.2 x 6.3m) with whirlpools and air-feet massage - Covered dining area - Barbecue - Terrace - Lawn area - Sunloungers - Parasols - Herbal garden - Poolside shower - Outdoor WC Additional Facilities - Air conditioning throughout - Wi-Fi throughout & outside - Steam room (for up to 6 guests at a time) - Hairdryer - Washing machine - Iron & ironing board - Sound system, speakers inside and outside - Playstation 4 - Security alarm and cameras - Remote control gate - Private parking Location: The villa is less than 10 minutes away from the charming resort of Agia Pelagia; this relaxed fishing village is excellent for families and boasts a handy selection of amenities, including restaurants, tavernas and a sandy beach perfect for snorkelling. Heraklion itself is only a short twenty-minute car journey away and offers a wider variety of nightlife, with plenty of choice in bars and clubs. Heraklion Airport is conveniently situated just 16 minutes away by car. Terms & Conditions: Security deposit? €1,500 paid in cash to the owner upon arrival and refunded upon departure, subject to full inspection. It can also be charged to client’s credit card by the owner upon arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. Arrival time? 4pm Departure time? 10am Energy costs included? Yes, included in rental price Linen & towels included? Yes, included in rental price and changed every 3 days (daily maid service upon request at additional charge) Minimum stay? Please note that there is a 7-night minimum stay Changeover day? Saturday only in high season, can be more flexible in winter months (on request). Pool heating charge? For those who require pool heating, there will be an additional charge of €100 per day (to be paid to OT prior to travel). Please request at the time of booking. Please note that like all heated pools, pool heating and water temperature are reliant on weather and outside temperatures. Tax? From 1st January 2018, you’ll need to pay an Overnight Stay Tax which has been introduced by the Greek Ministry of Tourism. The Tax is €0.50 per person, per night. This will be required to be paid upon arrival, at your Villa Internet access? Complimentary high speed Wi-Fi internet access included in rental price.Speed recorded is at 100/20 Mbps (download/upload). It is good to note that the speed is dependent on local provider and technical issues may cause reduced speed or cut of service. Smoking - not allowed