Iris & Espera Luxury Beach Front Residences

Iris & Espera Luxury Beach Front Residences Two independent luxurious residences, right on the beach and very close to Rethymno city and all ame The maximum capacity is 7 guests. No shared areas!

From morning swims in the sea to golden-hour dinners with a backdrop of the Fortezza Fortress, Iris & Espera Beachfront Residences is the epitome of coastal living. Enjoy the gentle rhythm of the waves from the comfort of your own terrace or take a leisurely stroll to Rethymno Old Town—just a stone’s throw away. With a Private Swimming Pool, BBQ facilities, and stylish interiors, each residence of

fers 3 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms - a blissful retreat for couples, friends, and families alike.�

The Private Luxury Retreats, are part of an Elite group of ThinkVilla bespoke stays, where hand-picked exceptional properties of outstanding 24/7 service, incredible tailored experiences and unique cultural charm await to inspire you. The private retreat has been certified with the Seal of Approval, a 300’ Criteria Rating, for the unique design, innovation, individual quality & inspiring offerings only with ThinkVilla.

��Introducing Iris & Espera Beachfront Residences
A unique blend of elegant simplicity and beachfront luxury awaits. The extraordinary setting—nestled at the quiet edge of Rethymno Town and just steps from the sand—make the Residences a rare find. Wake up to the shimmering sea, walk barefoot onto the beach, and let your days unfold effortlessly with everything within walking distance—from quaint cafés and tavernas to historical wonders and artisan boutiques. Designed with barefoot luxury in mind, the villa offers a seamless indoor-outdoor lifestyle, perfect for summer lounging or sundown dinners by the sea. Whether you’re enjoying a romantic escape or a family getaway, this residence captures the magic of Mediterranean living.��

*Iris & Espera Beach Front Residences, is part of Kimata BeachFront Retreats, an iconic complex which includes six independent holiday homes in total, each of them with separate facilities & private entrances. Kindly note that due to the design of the complex some of the areas may be overlooked. All homes feature their own reserved sun-beds at the beach located in-front of the complex.

��External Living | Beachfront Pool, BBQ & Outdoor Dining
Each Residence boast a 100m² private outdoor space that delivers direct access to the beach—imagine opening the gate and stepping onto golden sands. The private pools of each Villa (6x3m, 1.2m depth, non-heated) are perfectly positioned to gaze out over the water, with elegant sun loungers ideal for sunbathing or reading to the sound of the waves. Prepare a Cretan feast in the charcoal BBQ and enjoy al fresco meals under the linen-shaded dining area. The beachfront deck offers mesmerising sunset views—a front-row seat to nature’s most beautiful show.

��Internal Living | Beds & Baths
�Designed across one single-level layout, this 145m² residence offers convenience and comfort in equal measure. With an open-plan design and abundant natural light, the interiors blend modern comfort with coastal aesthetics. Iris Residence : Accommodating up to six guests in real beds, plus one extra guest on a folding bed upon request, Iris Residence offers thoughtful details and warm hospitality. The home features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and is ideal for families, friends, or couples travelling together. Espera Residence: Accommodating up to six guests in real beds, the Residence offers thoughtful details and warm hospitality. Iris Residence:
��Living Room with comfy sofa and TV, direct pool terrace access • Fully equipped kitchen with indoor dining • Bedroom with King Size bed, TV • Bedroom with Double bed, TV • Twin Bedroom with two Single beds, TV • Bathroom with bathtub • Shared Bathroom with shower cabin. Espera Residence:
Living Room with comfy sofa and TV, direct pool terrace access • Fully equipped kitchen with indoor dining • Bedroom with King Size bed, en-suite bathroom with shower cabin, TV • Bedroom with Double bed, TV • Twin Bedroom with two Single beds, TV • Shared Bathroom with bathtub.

��Provided Services:
- Taxi and Minivan private Transfers can be arranged from and to the airport of your choice, as well as for any other destination of your preference (with extra charge).
- Babysitting service can also be scheduled, either by hour or by the day.
- Luggage storage is available for our guests, in case of early arrival or late departure, free of charge.
- Dry cleaning service (with extra charge)
- Daily breakfast and Private chef menus can be provided upon request (with extra charge)
- Residence Pre stocking available upon request.

��Your Home Stay Includes
Welcome basket included, courtesy of the owner • Housekeeping, towel, and linen changes every four days • Pool daily cleaning (except some Sundays) • Baby Cot, High Chair available upon request.��

Practicalities
Free parking space in the street besides the Villa and plenty of space for your bicycles • Property is equipped with: Fridge with freezer, Electric stove with oven, Espresso & Filter coffee machines, Kettle, Toaster, Microwave, Food Processor (Multi), Cooking Utensils, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Iron & Board, Hair dryer, Vacuum cleaner, First Aid Kit, Smoke Detector, Fire Extinguisher.��

Mod Cons
High-quality bath towels and pool 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 villa • Indoor area 145m² • Outdoor area 100m² • Charcoal BBQ & Outdoor dining area • Private swimming pool (6x3m) • Sun loungers • Reserved beach loungers in front of the residence • TVs in all bedrooms and living room • CD/DVD/MP3 Player • Pets are not allowed • Events are allowed strictly upon request / Prior notice, extra fees, event contract required • Pre-stocking service available upon request (extra charge) • Pool operates seasonally (end of March – mid-November) • 24/7 ThinkVilla concierge service included.��

*Please kindly note that the beach profile changes seasonally due to the change in wave energy experienced during summer and winter months.�

Guest access
Guests have the entire property to their private use! Full access in all indoor and outdoor areas of the Villa! ThinkVilla Tailored Experiences - Curated only for You

We have hand-picked bespoke Experiences with exceptional beauty & unique cultural charm. Relax in your unforgettable villa & allow ThinkVilla dedicated regional associates to cater to your every need with heartfelt service.

- Car Rental or Private Transfer
- Boat Trips
- Delivery of Personal Shopping / Pre- stock service
- Culinary Journey : Book a Private Executive Chef for a Celebrated Dinning
- Epic Adventures : Hiking, Horse riding, Water Sports and more
- Holistic Wellness : Private Massage and Personal Trainer at your villa.
- Wine & Cocktails Journey : Book a Private Mixologist or a Private Wine Tasting
- Your Special Event : Honeymoon/Birthdays
- The Extras : Babysitting, Doctor on Call, Private Tour Guide

*Our “Trusted Associates” are the best in the destination, always with a sense to sustainable responsibility to the local community & ethos for a “green & fair” offering both to our guests & our partners. Registration number
1337963

Sophisticated pool surroundings offering a sense of tranquility.
07/08/2025

Sophisticated pool surroundings offering a sense of tranquility.

A fully equipped kitchen for culinary wonders.
18/07/2025

A fully equipped kitchen for culinary wonders.

Welcome basket.
30/06/2025

Welcome basket.

Enjoy the gentle rhythm of the waves from the comfort of your own terrace or take a leisurely stroll to Rethymno Old Tow...
24/05/2025

Enjoy the gentle rhythm of the waves from the comfort of your own terrace or take a leisurely stroll to Rethymno Old Town—just a stone’s throw away.

Espera-Living room with direct access to the pool area.
14/03/2025

Espera-Living room with direct access to the pool area.

Espera-Amazing private pool & Garden.
21/02/2025

Espera-Amazing private pool & Garden.

23/12/2024

This Christmas, we are truly grateful to have been part of your extraordinary journey. As the year draws to a close, may your home be filled with the warmth of cherished moments, and may your heart be light with the joy of unforgettable experiences shared with those who matter most.

Looking ahead to 2025, may the world open its doors to you—offering new horizons, hidden treasures, and bespoke escapes that ignite your sense of wonder. Whatever your travel dreams, ThinkVilla will be ready to craft your perfect stay, tailored to your every desire.

Here’s to a year of curated experiences, new connections, and boundless adventures. Wishing you a Christmas as unique as your travels, and a New Year filled with discovery and delight.

Merry Christmas and a bespoke, unforgettable 2025! 🎄✨

Iris Luxury Beach Front Residence, By ThinkVilla, Bespoke Stays, celebrates its reward 🏆 of the well-deserved “Traveller...
27/11/2024

Iris Luxury Beach Front Residence, By ThinkVilla, Bespoke Stays, celebrates its reward 🏆 of the well-deserved “Traveller 🌍 Review Awards 2024” recognition hosted by Booking.com ! Here’s to our guests and their stay with us ✨ ! Thank you for the dedication to our luxurious and hospitality management services! Cheers 🥂 to many more awards yet to come and wish you to welcome you back next year!

Iris & Espera Residences, are well suited both as a couple's coastal retreat or a family’s self-catered getaway! Besides...
20/11/2024

Iris & Espera Residences, are well suited both as a couple's coastal retreat or a family’s self-catered getaway! Besides the fact that the Residences are fully equipped, completely and elegantly reconstructed and refurbished with the finest touches of the best private homes.

The enviable location of Iris & Espera Beach Front Luxury Residences, is a gift, lying right on a sandy beach, at the qu...
27/09/2024

The enviable location of Iris & Espera Beach Front Luxury Residences, is a gift, lying right on a sandy beach, at the quiet edge of the charming town of Rethymno. This charming holiday beach Villas boast dramatic, unobstructed views of the Northern Cretan Sea, as well as the beach, the Fortezza Fortress and Rethymno bay.

Happy EasterWishing you all joy and Happiness
05/05/2024

Happy Easter
Wishing you all joy and Happiness

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65 Stamathioudaki Str.
Rethymno
74100

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The enviable location of Iris & Espera Beach Front Luxury Residences, is a gift, lying right on a sandy beach, at the quiet edge of the charming town of Rethymno. This charming holiday beach Villas boast dramatic, unobstructed views of the Northern Cretan Sea, as well as the beach, the Fortezza Fortress and Rethymno bay. Furthermore, the Villas’ position offers an exceptional combination of beauty and practical appeal, as they are just ten minutes walking to the Old City centre and all the relevant historic sites. Additionally, super markets, cafes, beach bars, bus station, pharmacy, banks and all other kinds of amenities are easily reached on foot or by bike, giving you the chance of having a totally car free holiday! Layout Iris & Espera Residences, are well suited both as a couple's coastal retreat or a family’s self-catered getaway! Besides the fact that the Residences are fully equipped, completely and elegantly reconstructed and refurbished with the finest touches of the best private homes, they also encapture the simplicity of water, light and air in all its grandeur. The Residences can accommodate up to 7 (Iris) or 6 (Espera) guests in their three spacious bedrooms. Interior The interior layout of both Residences works beautifully. All set on the ground floor, the 145 m2 Villas are very convenient for families with small children or older people. Entering, each Villa features a modern, open-plan area where the living room area and the fully equipped kitchen are located. Double doors lead directly to the private pool and terrace. Some steps further you will find the elegantly decorated bedrooms, bedecked in fine linens and cloud-soft pillows to ensure a blissful night's sleep. There are also two modern bathrooms in each Villa, one of them featuring a bath tub and the other one a shower cabin, providing the perfect space to pamper yourself after a long day at the beach and sea! Exterior Multiple broad and tall double doors functioning as portals inviting you to move seamlessly in and out. Lead through the wooden front gate and you are quite literally right on the beach, dig your toes in the sand and enjoy a wonderful seaside break. The 100 m2 outside area of each Villa is a perfect haven in which to kick back and relax, whether it’s just the two of you enjoying a romantic escape or you’re sharing the space with family and friends. Allow your self to enjoy the stunning private swimming pool (6x3 meters and 1.2 meters deep), which is wonderfully lit at night, and relax at the grassy garden or sunny slate terrace to the sounds of the sea. Have a homemade meal with traditional local products and prepare it at the BBQ facilities available at the terrace. At the outside dinning area, under the shade of a white linen umbrella, enjoy an unforgettable al fresco supper experience. The front deck, which faces directly to the sea, has the best sunset views, perfect to enjoy the real Mediterranean feel. This is the perfect area from which to fully appreciate your spectacular setting! Property Notes: - Welcome basket included, courtesy of the owner. - Housekeeping, towels and linen changes twice a week. - Free parking space in the street besides the Villa and plenty of space for your bicycles! - Air-conditioning in all bedrooms and living room area is included. - Complimentary free Wi-Fi coverage is available throughout the villa. - 24h/7days ThinkVilla concierge service included. - All in-house electronics are available, including plasma TVs with satellite reception in all bedrooms and lining room, a washing machine, dishwasher, mp3/CD and DVD players, large fridge with freezer, electric stove, kettle, toaster, cooking utensils, microwave, espresso machine, blender, vacuum cleaner, iron and iron board. Check-in time after 16:00 pm. Check-out time before 11:00 am. NOTE: Pool operates seasonally (end of March - middle of November) EOT (Ellinikos Organismos Tourismou - issued by the Greek tourist board) licence number: 1041Κ91003045901 & 1041Κ91003046001.