Tucked into the southern coastal landscape of the island, Villa Mayeia provides a serene retreat for recharging in Crete. This impressive holiday home is situated in the area of Plakias, in a beneficial location, just minutes away from all kinds of daily amenities as well as the homonymous long sandy beach, so our guests can enjoy a car-free holiday.

Villa Mayeia has been distinguished with the 2024 Tourism Awards Bronze for Design Villa of the Year

Layout

Villa Mayeia is designed to accommodate large groups, while offering privacy at the same time, as it is consisted of two autonomous, fully equipped buildings. The interior of the property covers 260 sq.m. in total, featuring 5 en-suite bedrooms and it can accommodate 10 guests in beds and up to 13 if necessary.  Each bedroom is a minimalist haven from the harsh sun with clean aesthetic featuring a king size double bed (1,60 X 2,00) equipped with high quality DUNLOPILLO mattress and pillows, suitcase stand, open wardrobe, 32’’ TV, A/C and en-suite bathroom consisted of a shower cabin, washing basin and toilet.

The upper building is comprised of three levels, connected by a central staircase, offering 3 bedrooms, one in each level. On the ground floor, guests find themselves in a cosy, open plan area with a 50’’ HDTV, energy wood burning fireplace and portable JBL bluetooth speaker. Additionally, a full kitchen, equipped with high quality, built-in appliances provides all necessary equipment for a self catered holiday, including an island counter, an upper counter oven with induction hobs, large fridge with freezer and even a wine cooler. An indoor dining area with benches is also available and the kitchen also offers outdoor access to the BBQ area. The bedroom on this level also offers a built-in sofa with a top mattress that can accommodate one guest. 

Stairs lead from the ground floor to the lower level, where you can find one more bedroom, offering a sofa chair that can be used as a single bed and accommodate one guest, balcony and direct outdoor access. Finally, a laundry room with a washer and a dryer exists on this level.

The master suite on the first floor retains the openness characteristic of the rest of the villa, offering access to a spacious veranda equipped with cozy bean bag chairs overlooking the pool and outdoor area. A second large veranda featuring a wooden sauna is also accessible from the first floor, enjoying beautiful views of the area and offering an additional sitting area, ideal to enjoy the sunset.

The lower building also features an open plan area with a second living room and kitchen on the ground floor. To keep the guests connected to the pristine landscape, the interior living room is sophisticatedly furnished and expands out onto the open-air space to take advantage of the sea views and warm climate, as large glass doors frame in ocean and mountain vistas and extend the interior out to the terrace and second swimming pool with outdoor sitting area. The lounge area offers a sitting area and round dining table for 5, Marshall bluetooth speaker and 50’’ Smart TV, while a second fully equipped kitchen is also available. Furthermore, one bedroom can also be found on this level, offering direct access to the pool.

Ascending the stairs to the first floor guests can find the fifth bedroom, that enjoys beautiful views of Plakias bay and the surrounding area. A second door leads for the bedroom to the roof top veranda, boasting superb views of the sea and the surrounding area.

Last but not least, the careful selection of  earthly colours, natural materials, branded furniture (Flos, Baxter, Classicon, al2, Talenti, Davide Groppi, Paola Lenti, Nemo lighs), minimal design and bohemian chic decoration of Villa Mayeia offer its guests a sense of luxury, harmony and tranquility while its clean lines create a contemporary silhouette. 

Villa Mayeia is also kid friendly providing baby cot, high chair, baby bath, pool floaties and play pen upon request.

Exterior

To make things even better, the outdoor spaces of Villa Mayeia are designed to make the most out of the beautiful landscape and amazing sea views, spreading in two levels and covering 400 sq. m. in total. More specifically, the outdoor facilities include:

-  A 35 sq. m. private swimming pool, 1,50m deep, that can also be heated with an additional daily charge upon advance request.

- A 25 sq. m. private swimming pool with steps access, 0,40m - 1,30m deep. It’s shallow part can also be used for young children. Both pools are ecological.

- A beautiful, wooden, outdoor sauna for 6 people, with amazing sea views on the first floor veranda of the upper building.

- Various seating spots with 3 comfortable sun beds, 2 luxury lounge beds, 4 bean bag chairs, 1 chaise longue, 2 chairs and side tables.

- Two outdoor dining areas with comfortable seating under the shade of a pergola for up to 12 guests each.

- Two outdoor showers, one of which also provides hot water as well.

- Two spacious verandas on the first floor of the upper building, as well as a roof top terrace in the lower building.

- 2 fully equipped electric BBQ facilities (Weber Pulse 2000 Black with a Trolley)

- Private parking space for up to 4 cars.

The unique benefits Villa Mayeia are:

- A contemporary coastline villa with luxury design with high standard details throughout.  All the appliances and furniture are of highest quality. 

- The villa is within walking distance to the sandy beach of Plakias and the homonymous village. Just a short walk away you can find everything such as shops, taverns, bakeries, supermarkets and bars.

- Convenient layout for big groups and families with 5 en-suite bathrooms, several lounging and dining areas, 2 living rooms, 2 fully equipped kitchens, sauna and barbecue facilities. The property also enjoys beautiful sea views from several angles.

 - An ideal base to explore the closeby villages and natural beauties thanks to its proximity to some of the most famous south coast beaches, such as Triopetra, Agios Pavlos, Souda, Ammoudi, Damnoni, Schinaria and the famous palm beach of Preveli.

- The hospitality of the owner and his family who will be on hand with helpful advice and information whenever it is needed. The owners have a wide knowledge of the island and will be only willing to suggest places of interest and routes to get there.