Soulo

Elounda - Villa

Villa Soulo dominates the Aegean Sea from a private promontory, offering a rare experience for those seeking a luxury villa rental in Crete where space, tranquillity and natural beauty combine with spectacular Mediterranean architecture. Spread over three levels, the main villa unfolds vast light-filled volumes, open terraces overlooking the horizon and an elegant atmosphere blending history, design and contemporary comfort. Each room invites you to experience Crete differently, between sea views, olive groves and Mediterranean ease of living.

The upper floor welcomes three refined bedrooms, each with its own en-suite bathroom and a balcony offering magnificent views over the sea or the surrounding olive groves. The Master suite opens onto a vast private terrace and benefits from two bathrooms, creating a particularly generous and intimate space. The Blue Room seduces with its balcony suspended above the water, whilst the Moroccan Room, bathed in light, reveals soothing views over the mountains and cultivated lands. Several bathrooms have moreover been recently renovated, notably with the replacement of bathtubs by showers in the Blue Bedroom on the upper floor and the Two Bedroom Suite on the lower level.

On the ground floor, the reception areas face the landscape. The vast vaulted lounge, organised around a fireplace several centuries old, gives direct access to terraces facing the Aegean Sea. The study-library with its Steinway grand piano offers a privileged setting for reading, working or simply enjoying the tranquillity of the property. The dining room connects with a spacious kitchen benefiting from a 180° view over the mountains and the sea. Outside, a large marble table allows you to extend meals in the open air in a spectacular setting.

The lower level houses two independent suites particularly suited to families and groups of friends. The Gounalakis Suite comprises two bedrooms that can be configured with king-size beds, a private lounge and direct access to a shaded terrace. The Marinos Suite offers a spacious bedroom with a 2 x 2 metre bed, en-suite bathroom and private terrace with sea views. A large TV and games area with a billiards table completes this level and provides a convivial space for families or friends to gather.

An independent cottage, nestled beneath the tennis court, can accommodate up to four additional people with complete autonomy. It comprises two bedrooms with private bathrooms, a lounge and dining area as well as a kitchen. With 8 bedrooms and a total capacity of 16 people between the main house and cottage, Villa Soulo is particularly suited to multigenerational stays, holidays with friends and private retreats.

The outdoor spaces constitute one of the great attractions of the property. The 12 x 6 metre infinity pool seems to extend naturally towards the sea and is bordered by a vast terrace inviting both long days in the sun and evenings facing the Aegean. Further down, a private wooden platform offers direct access to the sea, with sun loungers, parasol and ladder allowing you to reach the water when conditions are calm and suitable for swimming.

The estate also offers a Davis Cup-sized tennis court, a boules court, a private Orthodox chapel and extensive olive groves. From 2027 onwards, the leisure facilities are further enhanced with a table tennis table, water volleyball and water basketball, offering more on-site activities for families and groups.

The experience can finally be tailored to the level of service sought. In addition to daily housekeeping, hosts can choose a package including daily breakfast, whilst retaining the freedom to add occasional dinners or other meals. A full-service package is also available, including notably a Relais & Châteaux chef and service staff for all three daily meals as well as full-time concierge service.

Between morning swims, breakfasts overlooking the sea, tennis matches, days around the pool and dinners under the Cretan sky, Villa Soulo offers a privileged setting to fully enjoy Crete. Its privacy, its sea access, the diversity of its spaces and its level of service make it a property particularly suited to clientele seeking a luxury villa to rent in Crete with services and direct sea access.

8 bathrooms

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Open plan kitchen (mixed: gas and electric)

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Amount: 20 % of the booking Payment method: Credit Card Hold Payment on arrival.