Conte Marino Villas

I generally don't write reviews unless the experience is extraordinary. Conte Marino blew our minds away by two aspects: 1) the fact that it is beautifully designed in every way and every detail- architects and designers will appreciate this; 2) the incredible hospitality of Despina and Nikolas is unmatched by anyone we know (we have travelled the world) The house is impeccably maintained and located minutes from Chania! The supermarket is less than 2 km away so you're set for supplies. The beach, a few cafes/restaurants and a convenience store are also less 1 km away. A tiny town square up the hill has a quaint local restaurant. Surrounded by orange trees and olive groves, it's a serene house that is perfect for relaxing and spending time with friends and family. It has a welcomed reclusive quality. You are encouraged to pick the oranges to eat or squeeze juice from. The floor plan is thoughtfully planned. The sleeping quarters is separated from the living room and kitchen by a beautiful glassed-in walkway. You can be part of the party or seclude yourself. There is a roof-top terrace off the bedroom that has views of the ocean. You have amazing connectivity with high-speed internet, amazing large screen TV and real sound system. It’s like having all the conveniences of your own house and more! The pool is wonderful for laps. The outdoor seating area is a refuge for hanging out by the pool or for drinks in the afternoons or evening. Despina is full of knowledge of the area and is always there to help or advise. Her attention to detail from luxury bed sheets, coco mattresses to dishes and you name it, is what makes the place a modern luxurious as well as a loved home away from home. Despina does this because hospitality is a passion and a way of life. After spending 2 weeks it was inevitable that we became friends. Conte Marino is part of the magic and aura that makes Crete magical. We’ll definitely come back again.

Overall, we had a wonderful stay in a stunning house with impressive architecture and beautiful outdoor spaces. The swimming pool was a lovely bonus, perfect for relaxing. Despina, the host, was very responsive and provided excellent local recommendations.

We’ve just completed our 4th year in a row at Conte Marino and, suffice to say, we love it! We are a family of 5, with three kids under the age of 8. We keep coming back for many reasons, but the primary ones are: the Villas are all amazing (we personally stay in Alivia), the team of Chefs and Maids are brilliant, and Despina (owner) is an incredible host! The ability to have a lovely cooked breakfast every morning (bar Sundays) is also a huge plus for us, and is not something you’d get at your average Villa. Location-wise, Kondamari is a small village just up from the sea. It’s super close to Kolymvari, Platanias and Agia Marina, all of which have great restaurants and beaches to explore. Chania is a 30 minute drive, which is straight down the highway and so very easy to get to, albeit parking is challenging. All-in-all, if you’re looking for a modern, spacious, private Villa, with great staff and amenities, and great optional extras like breakfast and private dinners, look no further than Conte Marino Villas ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️