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Such a true back-to-nature retreat, Perivoli Cottage is conveniently settled in the historic & picturesque village of Agios Dimitrios, within just 10 minutes driving to the famous beach of Pigianos & Adelianos Kampos and just 1,5 km away from local restaurants & amenities. Our exclusive holiday home provides an idyllic base for self-catering holiday breaks and romantic escapes.
It's the perfect imperfections that make Perivoli Cottage so swoonsome; Such a true back-to-nature retreat, sweet by name and nature, this cottage is as perfect for romantic holidays, as it is for a family escape. Enjoy the fresh interior and country-luxe style and relish knowing that whether playing Scrabble or setting up a movie marathon in the living room, you will definitely settle in and let your worries melt away.
Start mornings with hands wrapped around a warming mug of fresh coffee in the kitchen, gazing out onto the garden & olive groves outside as the dusky hues of dawn brighten to welcome in the day. Conveniently settled in the historic & picturesque village of Agios Dimitrios, within just 10 minutes driving to the famous beach of Pigianos & Adelianos Kampos and just 1,5 km away from local restaurants & amenities, our exclusive holiday home provides an idyllic base for self-catering holiday breaks and romantic escapes.
This self-catering holiday cottage is as quintessential and quaint as they come. The traditional cottage interior has been sprinkled with lashings of vintage country glamour. Handcrafted, modern in style and ever-so fun, this self-catering home near the famous town of Rethymno is a pocketful of luxury throwing all conventionality out of its windows.
A carafe of wine, home cooked dinner and your loved ones for company on the other side of the table; never has it felt so good to be together. Where will you be spending your summer holiday?
External Living | Garden & BBQ
The wonderful holiday home lays in 200m2 outdoor area and is surrounded by olive grooves. Feel Mother Nature in refined harmony. Grown-ups can lounge to the shaded dining area on the large veranda (direct access from the living room area) before idling back for al fresco barbecues under sunset skies. Portable BBQ facilities (gas) are available outdoors, so light the barbecue to celebrate long summer evenings. The large veranda with sea views provide the most beautiful and informal space to enjoy meals together, have long, late night conversations after a long day of countryside adventure.
Bonus:
Practice you skills on the outdoor Ping Pong table and enjoy endless hours of fun & relaxation. Some children toys will also be available outdoors for our younger guests.
What’s more, the outdoor garden offers home grown, seasonal fruits, including Tangerine tree, Orange tree & Lemon tree and a collection of herbs (oregano, thyme etc) where our guests are free to hand-pick everything they need for their fruit salads and meals!
Internal Living | Bedrooms & Bathrooms
The creative spirit is evident throughout the stylishly furnished home. With country-styled sophistication and homely touches, a stay at Perivoli Cottage will delight and inspire. Stay connected with high-speed Starlink internet, ensuring a seamless remote work experience in the comfort of your home. Both of the bedrooms are effortlessly and elegantly furnished promising a blissful night's sleep after the day's busy adventures. The ground-floor cottage boasts two bedrooms and can comfortably accommodate up to four guests in real beds. One more guest can be accommodated in the double sofa bed of the living room area. The maximum capacity is five guests.
Ground Floor
Living Room ( featuring a 44’’ SONY Smart TV & Play Station 4 with 2 controllers), Dining area & Fully Equipped Kitchen with direct access to a large veranda with sea view and a wonderful dining area • Cozy lounge area, some Games such as chess, Scrabble, Uno & Shisha - strictly available upon request • Double Bedroom with King Size Bed (1.80x2.00), 32’’ LG Smart TV, access to balcony • Twin Bedroom with two single beds (0.90x2.00), 32’’ LG Smart TV, access to balcony • Both of the bedrooms can be set up as two single beds or a King Size bed according to your preferences - please let us know in advance. • A family bathroom with bathtub & shower is also available on the ground floor.
For Relaxation
Celebrate long summer evenings while indulging in good food and better conversation under balmy skies. The large veranda is the perfect place to kick back with an ice-cold gin and tonic in hand.
Your Home Stay Includes
Welcome basket included, courtesy of the owner (also a few bottles of local wine will be at your disposal to enjoy free of charge ) • Housekeeping service with fresh towels and linen changes every four days (included for stays of 6 nights and above) • Garden maintenance twice per week • Baby cot, High chair available upon request.
Practicalities
There is free secured parking space inside the cottage’s premises for one car & free public parking space outside the cottage for three cars • The property is well-equipped with all the mod cons; fully equipped kitchen, Fridge with freezer, Electric stove & oven, Filter coffee machine, Nespresso Machine (capsules), Microwave, Kettle, Sandwich Maker, Toaster, Juice Maker, Food Processor (Multi), Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Iron & Board, Hair dryer, Mosquito nets, First Aid Kit, Fire Extinguisher, Smoke Detector.
Mod Cons
High quality bath towels, beach 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 cottage • Bluetooth Dock • Safe • DVD & Radio player • Outdoor portable BBQ (gas) • Satellite 44’’ Smart TV in the living room (with some free big international channels) • Play Station 4 (with 2 controllers) available upon request • Shaded dining area at the balcony • Indoor area 95m2 • 200m2 Outdoor area • Smoking is allowed only outdoors • Pre stock service available upon request • 24h/7days ThinkVilla concierge service included.
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Location Overview
Perivoli Cottage is located at the historic & picturesque village of Agios Dimitrios, a beautiful village settled within 15 minutes away by car (10 km east) of the famous town of Rethymno. In Agios Dimitrios there is a Byzantine church of the homonym Saint, Agios Dimitrios.
Shopping facilities for everyday's necessities can be found at the neighbouring village of Pigi within a distance of 5 minutes by car & approximately 1,5 kilometre walking distance, providing wonderful local tavernas and cafes, a mini market, bakery, a grocery shop, two butcher’s, a hairdressers, as well as a pharmacy. A gas station can be found in the nearby village of Adele which is also 5 minutes away by car.
Pigianos Kampos & Adelianos Kampos beaches, which are the closest to the cottage, within 10 minutes driving, is a vast, sandy and well organised beach, with shallow waters making it ideal for families. It’s a perfectly organised coastal tourist resort, with many sun beds, umbrellas, changing rooms, showers, lifeguards, beach bars, restaurants, ATM machine and water sports. However, there are many beautiful beaches all over the island catering all needs - busy, secluded, whatever you are looking for, you won't have far to go.
Also Rethymno town, offers a great selection of choices in shops, restaurants and anything else you might need and can be easily reached by car within 15 minutes.
Out & About
Nearest Restaurant, Mini Market, Cafe at Pigi Village: 1,5 km (5 minutes driving)
Nearest beach: Pigianos & Adelianos Kampos beaches: 5 -6km (10 minutes driving)
Bus Stop: 900meters (10 minutes walking distance or 2 minutes driving)
Rethymno Port & Town: 9km (15 minutes driving)
Heraklion International Airport: 78km (68 minutes driving)
Chania International Airport: 77km (69 minutes driving)
Car Rental is recommended to explore the nearby villages and unique sandy beach locations!
