Villa Mirtenis Greece

A five-minute drive from the beach, Villa Mirtenis is a homely six-bedroom property in Ialysos. Situated at the bottom of Filerimos Hill, about twenty minutes from Rhodes’ eponymous capital city, this villa is the perfect base for a larger group – allowing up to fifteen people to enjoy its magnificent outdoor pool and terrace.
The honeycomb design of the private pool gives this villa an eye-catching centrepiece. Around the edge you have sun loungers and parasols, and there’s a barbecue and outdoor dining area alongside comfortable seating areas. A separate building beside the pool even houses a cosy bar which is great as an evening hangout.
Immaculately presented, the house itself features a spacious kitchen and dining area with seating for eight, enjoying direct access to the terrace. Comfortable lounges with sumptuous sofas and TV offer lots of relaxing space, and there’s a pool table with adjacent seating in the hall.
A sweeping staircase takes you to the upper level. Four spacious double bedrooms, with access to the upper terrace, offer supreme comfort. In addition, there is a twin bedroom and a single bedroom, both ideal for children, with a cot also available on request. A total of five bathrooms can be found at Villa Mirtenis, one of which has a bathtub.
The property also offers air conditioning, parking and free Wi-Fi. The upper terrace is furnished and overlooks the pool area, giving you the most amazing views of the verdant surroundings.
This villa is conveniently located just a ten-minute drive from the island’s airport, and a short walk from local amenities including shops, bars and restaurants. Ialysos Beach is a great place for water-sports, and only 900m from Villa Mirtenis. Nearby Filerimos Hill offers beautiful hiking and walking routes through pine forests and up the mountain, while all the attractions of Rhodes city are a short drive away.
You can explore the wonders of this UNESCO World Heritage Site with ease, including the Palace of the Grand Masters, Mandraki Harbour, Rodini Park and Elli Beach. Elsewhere around the island, you have areas of natural beauty like the Valley of the Butterflies and the Seven Springs, and stunning beaches such as Tsampika and Prasonisi. The largest of the Dodecanese Islands, Rhodes enjoys a wonderful Aegean outlook. Full of gorgeous countryside and amazing beaches, it delivers an unforgettable holiday and keeps visitors coming back for more.
In the north east of the island, you’ll find the capital. Also called Rhodes, it’s one of the largest and best-preserved medieval cities in Europe. The city is great for shopping and dining, and hosts attractions include the Museum of Modern Greek Art, the Marine Aquarium and National Theatre. The big hitter is the mighty Palace of the Grand Masters, with its impressive towers and battlements, which also features an Archaeological Museum, housed in the former Hospital of the Knights. You can visit parts of the inside of the palace too.
Other notable attractions are Elli Beach and the pretty Rodini Park, while a number of historic buildings surround the majestic Mandraki Harbour – perhaps the most glamorous way to enter the city. As befits a city of its status, Rhodes has the best developed nightlife scene on the island, with a huge casino and numerous bars and clubs. You’ll find no shortage of places to eat, with traditional Greek cuisine and seafood particularly well represented.
Head down the east coast and you will find countless beaches of various sizes and characters. Faliraki is big and bold and well equipped, while Anthony Quinn Bay is smaller, idyllic and perfect for a dip in the crystal clear waters. Head further still and there are gorgeous spots like Tsampika, Kolymbia and Agathi, while Prasonisi rounds things off at the southern tip of the island – a popular haunt of kite surfers and other water-sport enthusiasts.
Rhodes is ideal for sports of all kinds, with golf courses, tennis courts and scuba-diving centres, among its near-endless facilities. You don’t need to get competitive to get active, with excellent walking and cycling routes providing a fine way to enjoy some lesser-seen parts of the island.
The Valley of the Butterflies is one of Rhodes’ best-loved attractions, and well worth visiting – it lives up to its name in summer when you could find yourself surrounded by the creatures. About 35 minutes’ drive away, there are more natural wonders in the form of the Epta Piges, or Seven Springs.
Rhodes has some notable historic buildings all over the island, from monasteries to castle ruins, but few are as iconic as the Lindos Acropolis. Standing on the clifftop at a height of 116m, the views are as spectacular as the remains. Numerous other historic sights are found all around Lindos, so take the time to explore the village too. These days, it’s also known for its many rooftop restaurant terraces and upscale nightlife, while beaches like pretty St Paul’s Bay are also well worth a look.At Excellence Luxury Villas we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Please contact our Excellence Luxury Villas concierge team who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
– Maid service/extra cleaning- Private chef/cook/catering- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge- Local day-trips or tours- Airport transfers- Babysitting/childcare services
Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact Excellence Luxury Villas Concierge Team.
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!