Duchess Villa
Duchess rests gracefully on a hillside in the heart of Crete, west of Heraklion in the peaceful seaside village of Rogdia—just a gentle 20-minute drive from the airport and 15 minutes from the city centre.
This newly built private luxury villa offers seven spacious bedrooms for up to 14 guests, designed as a calm, light-filled sanctuary with sweeping sea views. Thoughtfully wheelchair-friendly in key areas and featuring a private path to the beach, Duchess provides a refined retreat where comfort and serenity meet effortlessly.
Outdoors
The outdoor spaces become your own private haven, centred around a beautifully designed infinity pool that seems to melt into the sea and sky beyond. Drift on a flamingo float with nothing but horizon ahead, or let the jacuzzi jets and gentle waterfall soothe the day away. A covered BBQ area, wood oven, and outdoor kitchen with dining for up to 20 invite Cretan grill evenings under the moon and stars. After dinner, gather around the sunken fire pit, play a favourite melody, and let quiet conversations unfold in the soft night air.
Indoors
Inside, Duchess impresses with floor-to-ceiling sliding doors that draw the sea view right into the living spaces. Neutral tones and warm wood paneling create an atmosphere of understated luxury throughout this four-level home. Seven elegant bedrooms, each with its own en-suite bathroom, offer generous space and restful comfort. The heart of the villa includes a fully equipped kitchen, a large living room bathed in panoramic views, an 80″ Smart TV, and ample sofa seating for everyone to gather comfortably. A home gym and steam bath provide additional gentle ways to unwind.
Good to Know
Duchess delivers a five-star-style experience in the very heart of Crete. This private haven of comfort and style sits just a short drive from lively Heraklion, where guests can discover a wonderful mix of restaurants, cafés, bars, boutique shops, and that authentic blend of local warmth and cosmopolitan energy. Whether staying in to savour the villa’s peace or venturing out to explore, every moment feels perfectly balanced and unhurried.
Particulars
Further information regarding facilities at the Villa is available below, as well as the expected weather averages
Facilities
- Air conditioning
- Anti-allergic bedding
- Baby cot
- Baby highchair
- Bath towels
- Bathrobes
- BBQ (gas)
- Ceiling fan
- Closet
- Coffee machine
- Dishwasher
- Elevator
- Espresso machine
- Fire extinguisher
- Fireplace (indoor)
- First-aid kit
- Flat Screen TV
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Gym (Treadmill, multi-press station, weight bars, gym ball)
- Hairdryer (in every bedroom)
- Hammam room
- Iron and ironing board
- Kettle
- Kitchenette
- Laundry chute [connected to the laundry room]
- Microwave
- Mosquito net in every window
- Outdoor fireplace
- Outdoor lounge and dining area
- Outdoor showers (2)
- Pool towels
- Power generator
- Private heated infinity seawater pool
- Private parking area
- Safe box (in every bedroom)
- Security alarm system
- Security cameras
- Slippers
- Smart TV
- Sun loungers
- Toaster
- Umbrellas
- Wall towel dryer
- Washing machine
- Wheel-chair friendly*
- Wi-Fi Internet
Lower Level
- Two Bedrooms, each with Double Bed, Air Conditioning, en-suite Bathroom with shower, Television, hairdryer, safe box, closet, Sea View
- Fully equipped gym (treadmill, multi-press station, weight bars, gym ball)
- Hammam room
- Kitchenette
- Indoor shower
- Guest WC
- Laundry room
- Storage room
Ground Level
- Living area with sofa, Television, fireplace, Sea View, access to Pool Terrace
- Dining area for up to Fourteen guests
- Fully equipped Kitchen with breakfast table, access to garden
- Guest WC
Upper Level
- One wheelchair-friendly Master Bedroom with King Size bed, Air Conditioning, en-suite Bathroom with large shower and grab rail, Television, hairdryer, safe box, wardrobe, sea and Pool view, access to private Terrace
- One Master Bedroom with King Size bed, Air Conditioning, en-suite rain shower and separate bathtub, Television, hairdryer, safe box, Sea View, access to private Terrace
- One Bedroom with King Size bed (can split into Twin Beds), Air Conditioning, en-suite Bathroom with shower, Television, hairdryer, safe box, garden view, access to private Terrace
Top Upper Level
- One Master Bedroom with King Size bed, Air Conditioning, en-suite with rain-shower and separate bathtub, Television, hairdryer, safe box, Sea View, access to private Terrace
- One Bedroom with King Size bed (can split into Twin Beds), Air Conditioning, en-suite Bathroom with shower, Television, hairdryer, safe box, Pool and Sea View, access to private Terrace
Outdoors
- Private infinity saltwater swimming Pool (42 sqm / 452 sq. ft) with jacuzzi and waterfall jets (heated upon request with extra charge)
- Sun loungers / Umbrellas
- Outdoor shaded Dining area for up to Sixteen guests
- Outdoor Lounge area
- Outdoor firepit
- BBQ
- Outdoor kitchenette
- Outdoor showers
- Private access to the beach
- Private parking area for up to Five cars
Average Weather
Ave Daily Temp °C
Ave Monthly Rain mm
11
78
12
64
14
62
17
21
24
11
24
1
26
1
26
1
24
10
20
40
17
69
14
89
Villa Location
In the interests of privacy the precise location of the Villa is given after booking confirmation