Villa Marina I

Luxury 8 Bedroom Villa in Elounda, Crete with Infinity Pool and Sea Views

Villa Marina I is an exceptional 8 bedroom, 8 bathroom premier villa situated on a gentle hillside overlooking the Mediterranean Sea in the stunning Elounda region of Crete, Greece. Sleeping up to 16 guests, this luxury property is surrounded by handmade stone walls containing mature gardens with numerous olive trees, flowers and authentic Cretan and Mediterranean vegetation.

Recently renovated to the highest standards, improvements include upgrades to all 8 bathrooms within the villa and a complete interior lighting system overhaul, creating a beautifully illuminated environment throughout. The kitchen now features a stylish new breakfast bar with dedicated coffee station, the perfect spot to enjoy morning refreshments whilst admiring breathtaking sea views.

Villa Marina I is sister to Villa Marina II and together they form a magnificent estate which can be rented as one property for larger groups or independently. The villas maintain complete privacy from each other.

These stunning contemporary residences offer panoramic views of magnificent sunrises and sunsets against backdrops of the Mediterranean Sea and the dramatic Cretan landscape. The architecture, sophisticated furnishings and natural beauty of the surroundings combine to make these villas truly unique. The estate is approached via a stone paved road lined with plants between lit rocks and a charming stone bridge that leads to welcoming stone paved courtyards, shaded by ancient olive trees and filled with colourful flowers.

Accommodation at Villa Marina I

For a genuine boutique experience, this 8 bedroom residence offers contemporary design and luxury across an interior space of 456 square metres (approximately 4,908 square feet). The villa features 6 bedrooms within the main house as well as 2 independently accessed guest rooms, making it ideal for multi generational families or groups seeking privacy.

Ground Floor

• Spacious open plan and sun flooded living and dining area with high ceiling, feature fireplace, satellite TV and DVD player, comfortable sofas, dining table seating 8 guests and dedicated study area. French doors open onto a shaded lounge terrace with direct access to the pool area
• Fully equipped modern kitchen with door leading to outdoor terrace
• Guest W/C
• Bedroom 1 with 1.60m bed and en suite bathroom with bath and shower attachment. Beautiful sea views
• Bedroom 2 (access via separate external entrance) with 1.60m bed, en suite shower room and doors to terrace with stunning sea views

First Floor

• Master bedroom suite with 1.80m four poster bed and luxurious en suite bathroom with rain shower. Large private terrace with exceptional sea views
• Bedroom 4 (access via external staircase) with 1.60m bed and en suite bathroom with bath and shower attachment. Access to 2 small terraces with Mediterranean sea views

Lower Ground Floor

• Bedrooms 5, 6 and 7 with flexible twin or double beds and en suite shower rooms
• Bedroom 8 with 1.60m bed, compact en suite shower room and doors leading directly to pool area
• Laundry room with modern facilities
• Spacious fitness room with professional gym equipment including stepper, exercise bike, weights machine, newly added gym massage table and boxing bag
• Table tennis for family entertainment

Outside Spaces and Gardens

The expansive grounds of 13,700 square metres (1.37 hectares) have been professionally landscaped with terraced gardens featuring mature olive trees, colourful seasonal flowers, and aromatic Mediterranean herbs including thyme, rosemary, coriander, anise, mint and lavender. Stone paved footpaths meander through the gardens, designed with great respect to the natural landscape.

Garden pavilions are perfectly positioned to take advantage of the wonderful panoramic views. Broad terraces with built in seating areas surround the pools and villa, offering magical vistas across the Cretan countryside and Mediterranean Sea.

The stunning infinity edge pool creates the mesmerising impression that the water extends seamlessly to the Mediterranean beyond, providing the perfect setting for relaxation whilst enjoying the spectacular Elounda views.