Perched above the golden sands of Rethymno Bay, a fusion of designer-led interiors and Cretan seascapes combine at Rothos BeachFront Retreat. Moulded from earthen materials and inspired by summer living, this iconic sea-view retreat with a private infinity plunge-pool, has all the hallmarks of a unique hideout. Featuring two sublime bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, the retreat can comfortably welcome up to 5 guests to cherish a utopian beachfront holiday break with loved ones.
The Private Luxury Retreat, is 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.
If it’s a luxury coastal self-catering escape you crave then you can’t get much closer to the elements than Kimata BeachFront Retreats. With panoramic views of Rethymno Bay & Fortezza Castle, this is the perfect sand-between-toes hideaway. Drenched in modern glamour and sublime elegance in one of the most authentic locations offering exquisite architecture, design, and lifestyle, where indulgent home comforts meet spaciousness and thriving wilderness. Lovers will relish lazy mornings entwined between the sheets gazing out to the shimmering sea-views & fall asleep to the sound of the cool breeze.
Introducing Rothos BeachFront Retreat
Set in a beachfront location with direct views of Rethymno Bay and the surrounding coast, the retreat is the perfect sea-friendly luxury self-catering home for families & loved ones with a difference. You may find a wide selection of restaurants bars & shops within walking distance as the prime location at the footsteps of the centre of Rethymno town makes this unique home the perfect car free escape. With home-from-home comforts, the Iconic Retreat combines elegance and unique touches to ensure a stay less ordinary. Hideaway in style with every conceivable comfort at your fingertips, the retreat offers extraordinary luxury in stunning sea-view surroundings. A haven of outstanding style and service that place you in the heart of every fascinating environment. With incredible tailored experiences across beach, nature and spectacular spaces to simply 'be'; unforgettable moments begin here.
*Rothos BeachFront Retreat, is part of an iconic complex - Kimata BeachFront Retreats, which includes six independent holiday homes in total, each of them with separate facilities, private entrances & pools. Kindly note that due to the design of the complex some of the areas may be overlooked. All homes featured their own reserved sun-beds at the beach located in-front of the complex.
External Living | Private Plunge-Pool & Outdoor Dining
This captivating home boasts a 50m² outdoor sea-view veranda and is embellished with a private infinity plunge-pool (in-pool seating - 3,5m², 1 meter depth), also boasting premium sun-beds. Grown-ups can lounge to their sun loungers before idling back for al fresco dining under sunset skies. The veranda area is the perfect location for ice-cold G&Ts, taking in the Rethymnian scenes and watching the sun’s journey sinking into the Cretan Sea. With bespoke outdoor settings & tableware, it is an ideal holiday escape for those who seek the ultimate luxury living and an unforgettable holiday experience.
Internal Living | Beds&Baths
With enviable views over Rethymno Bay the quintessential living experience radiates a chic elegance and a wonderfully laidback ambiance that enhances the comfort level of guests. This glamorous property meets luxury at its higher end and its most premium form. Fine art marks all the bedrooms gifting them with their unique identity, spoiling guests with first-class comfort, design and amenities. The home has been styled using soft tonal hues which draw inspiration from the coastal landscape. Day or night, nestle into the sinkable sofa and gaze out the sea through the enormous windows. With sliding doors, you can welcome in the salty sea breeze in summer or hunker down by the living-cum area, on chilly nights as stars pinprick cloudless skies. Making an idyllic vantage point for sipping coffee in the morning sun, the sumptuous living-cum area open straight onto the deck overlooking the sea.
This captivating retreat boasts exquisite interiors that exude a certain ethereal elegance, in its 80m² indoor space. The lavish living-cum-dining spaces with first-class equipment ensuring meals of the highest quality, will bring an ever-present sense of contemporary comfort to your endless days of leisure. Offering a bespoke design, the exclusive home boasts two bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms & one additional shared bathroom, each flaunting a distinctive look and feel - and can comfortably accommodate up to 4 guests in real beds, as well as one extra guest that can be accommodated at the couch of the living room. The maximum capacity is 5 guests.
Living Room (featuring a 43’ Smart TV) & Dining Table & Kitchen, the area offers direct access to the veranda boasting plunge-pool with sea-views • Double Bedroom with Queens Size bed (1.60x2.00), featuring en suite bathroom with bespoke walk-in shower & a sink. • Double Bedroom with Queens Size bed (1.60x2.00) & window, featuring en suite bathroom with bespoke walk-in shower & a sink. • Both bedrooms also feature Smart TV 43’ • Rothos BeachFront Retreat is a single level home and has direct access to the sea-view veranda.
Your Home Stay Includes
Welcome basket included, courtesy of the owner • Housekeeping, towels and linen changes every three days.• Plunge Pool cleaning twice per week • Baby cot, High chair & Children’s plastic (non-breakable) plates and cups are available upon request.
Practicalities
There is free public parking space close to the Retreat premises (kindly note that the home has a wide variety of restaurants & shops within walking distance) • The property is well-equipped with: Fridge with freezer, Electric stove & oven, Nespresso Machine (capsules), Filter coffee machine, Microwave, Kettle, Sandwich Maker, Toaster, Juice Maker, Food Processor (Multi), Washing Machine & Tumble Dryer, Iron & Board, Hair dryer in each bedroom, First Aid Kit, Fire Extinguisher, Safety Box, Smoke Detector.
Mod Cons
High quality bath towels & pool/beach towels, Bathrobes & slippers are available • Premium Bathroom Amenities are available • Air-conditioning in all areas is included & serves for heating purposes also • Wi-Fi coverage is available throughout the retreat • Bluetooth Dock • Mosquito nets • KNX Smart Home • Outdoor dining area (veranda) • Indoor area of 80m² • Veranda area of 50m² • Pets are not allowed • Smoking is allowed only outdoors • Events/Parties are not allowed • Pre stock service available upon request (additional service fee applies) • Plunge-Pool operates seasonally (end of March - middle of November) • 24h/7days 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.
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Location Overview - Meet Rethymno
Rethymno, the city that’s preserved its Old Town charm. Rethymno, in Crete, is a rare combination of history and modern-day luxury, with its Venetian-era Fortezza fortress and multicultural Old Town, tropical beaches and exquisite Cretan cuisine.
*TO SEE : Located in one of the most prominent spots of the island, Rethymno City, the iconic Retreat is only within a few minutes reach to anything you may need, but still offering the long awaited tranquility home you longed for. Must see are The Fortezza: Venetian fortress built for war, dedicated to culture, The Palaeontology Museum, Be sure to also make time for the Historical and Folklore Museum. Cultural landmarks abound in Rethymno. The Neratzi Mosque (now a music conservatory) is an obvious meeting point because of its sky-high minaret (built in 1890). At Platanos Square, you’ll pass bustling restaurants and cafes and arrive at the famous Rimondi Fountain, constructed in 1626.
*TO DINE : Some of the very best restaurants Rethymno has to offer are within walking distance from your retreat and many more wonderful restaurants are available to explore in the old town of Rethymno and we remain at your disposal to recommend you only the very best.
*TO EXPLORE : The allure of Crete is impossible to ignore. Sandy beaches and crystalline waters. Quintessential blue and unique architecture carved into hillsides.
Out & About
Nearest restaurant, cafe-bar : 100metres | 2 minutes walking distance
Nearest SuperMarket : 600metres | 10 minutes walking distance
Nearest Beach : Directly in-front of the beach, featuring sun-beds for your exclusive use
Nearest Shopping : Rethymno Town : 2 km | 20 minutes walking distance
Heraklion International Airport : 45 km | 50minutes driving distance
Chania International Airport : 45 km | 50minutes driving distance
*Car Rental is optional for the explores, if wish to unravel the hidden gems of Crete, visit authentic villages, towns, unique sandy beach locations and we can gladly assist you with the arrangements. The home has everything you may need within walking distance for the perfect car free holiday break.
