Villa Socrates
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Overview
Modern and enticing, Villa Socrates puts you right on the beachfront at the laid-back Rhodes resort of Kolympia. Up to 12 guests can enjoy this villa’s amenities and stunning location, including a 12m x 9m infinity pool and hot tub, and direct access to the beach.
The villa has a spacious terrace with a barbecue area and covered, furnished spaces for dining and relaxing. In addition to the main pool, there’s one for the children too, while the hot tub provides a special treat for the adults. Plenty of sun loungers are ready for you to make the most of the climate, poolside-style.
Inside, the villa is decorated largely in white and neutral tones, giving it a fresh and contemporary feel. You will enjoy sea views from the open-plan living area with its large Smart TV and DVD. This room takes you straight out to the furnished veranda, letting you drift in and out seamlessly.
The kitchen is equipped with oven, microwave, fridge and dishwasher, and you will find two bedrooms with bunk beds on the ground floor too, along with a bathroom. Upstairs, you have two fully air-conditioned double bedrooms, both with an en-suite and a private balcony. Lights and window shutters are operated by clever smart controls, and Villa Socrates also offers free Wi-Fi throughout. If you’re travelling with young children, the villa is also equipped with a cot and high-chair.
Kolympia is a chilled-out kind of resort, not full of full-on nightlife, and is a pleasant place to spend a relaxing day. Nursing a drink in one of the seafront tavernas or cafés is one of life’s simple pleasures done right. During the day, all sorts of watersports are available to try, including water-skiing and wind-surfing, while an 18-hole course at nearby Afandou will please golfers. Head further north, and you will soon be in Rhodes’ historic Old Town or enjoying the pretty harbour of Mandráki.
What you should know…
- The 2 basement bedrooms each have two pairs of bunk bed. Great fun for kids and teenagers but could be a bit crowded for adults.
- With the beach at the end of the gardens toddlers would need to be kept an on when they are outside.
- Villa Constantine is a neighnouring villa if you want to book for a larger group
Property Features
The Villa
Basement Floor:
- Bedroom 1 2 x bunk beds
- Bedroom 2 2 x bunk beds
- Family bathroom
Ground Floor:
- Open plan living/dining area
- Shower room with WC
First Floor:
- Bedroom 3 – Double bedroom, with en-suite bathroom, balcony
- Bedroom 4 – Double bedroom, with en-suite bathroom, balcony
Exterior Grounds:
- 12 x 9m infinity pool
- Children’s pool
- A Jacuzzi
- Outdoor dining & furniture
- Poolside shower
- Sun loungers
- Barbecue with small kitchen area
Other Facilities:
- Washing Machine
- Dishwasher
- Iron and ironing board
- Microwave
- Cot
- Highchair
- Flat screen TV
- DVD
- smart controls for lights and window shutters
Location
About the surrounding area of Villa SocratesKolympia has a stunning mountain back drop and lovely shingle beaches, with crystal clear waters. It has a small centre with tavernas, bars and some souvenir shops. One of Kolympia’s highlights is the Eucalytus Road buiklt during the Italian occupation. Kolympia is easy to reach, with an international airport, Diagoras, about 30 minutes’ drive and Rhodes Town a similar distance.
The town of Rhodes is as good a place to start as any, and lies on the northern tip of the island. A walk along the medieval walls of the Old Town will offer you some beautiful views, accessible from the must-see Palace of the Grand Masters. Part of a World Heritage Site, this is also the location of a fine museum which offers the chance to familiarise yourself with Rhodian history, extending as far back as the 3rd century BC.
Another museum worth checking out is the Museum of Modern Greek Art, with an eclectic collection only rivalled by Athens. The New Town area is visually appealing itself, with an Art Deco influence present in much of its architecture. Mandráki harbour is the home of Evangelismós Cathedral, where you can find some impressive frescoes.
The Lindos Acropolis is as spectacular as the coastal views it enjoys, and definitely worth seeing. Down the coast, you also have resorts such as Ammoudes, Kolympia and, perhaps best-known, Faliraki. While its reputation may precede it, this is not the hedonism capital it once was. A children’s water-park and the beautiful Anthony Quinn Bay may tempt you there during the day, and an aquarium and scuba-diving school also embrace the aquatic theme.
At the very southern tip of the island, Prasonisi’s location – dividing the Aegean and the Mediterranean – is considered prime wind-surfing territory. But if that sounds a little too exhilarating, Rhodes’ more sedate attractions like the Valley of the Butterflies, numerous wineries and the seven springs of the wonderfully scenic Epta Piges nature reserve, will provide just as pleasant a day out.
| Local Amenities | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest Airport |
Rhodes International
(28km) |
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| Nearest Beach |
House is beach front
(10m) |
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| Nearest Village |
Kolympia, Bars, banks
(900m) |
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| Nearest Supermarket |
Kolympia
(650m) |
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| Nearest Golf |
Afandou
(7km) |
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| Sightseeing |
Akropolis of Rhodes
(22.9km) |
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The Island/Getting There
Rhodes is the largest of the Dodecanese Islands of Greece. It’s got a lot of history as it’s been invaded a lot by the Persians, Carians, Ottomans, Italians, and Germans.
Average temperatures go from 20’c in April up to 30’c in July/ August and down to 20’c in November. With an average of 85 rainy days a year they get sunshine for around 280 days.
The island is 90km long with Rhodes town at the northern tip. The airport (Rhodes International Airport "Diagoras") is also in the North (15km from Rhodes Town). Charter flights and Easyjet operate direct from the UK all season and out of season (Nov-March) you’d need to fly via Athens.
The Acropolis – The Acropolis that sits high above the town of Lindos is absolutely amazing and is a must see if you’re looking for some of the best views in all of Rhodes. One thing I should mention is that the climb up to the acropolis requires you to be somewhat active and able to climb stairs, lots of them. The trail begins through town and slowly but surely starts to get steeper as you climb the hill towards the acropolis. Once there, you’re rewarded with historical buildings dating back to 300 BC. Our Villa Corteau sit just underneath the ruins.
Rhodes has over 40 beaches, here are a few:
- Anthony Quinn’s Bay – Anthony Quinn’s bay is one of the most beautiful bays. The bay is located 17km (10 mi) south of Old Town Rhodes and offers some incredible photo opportunities to say the least.
- The beach at Anthony Quinn’s bay is one of the best beaches in Rhodes. Get there early if you want to snag a sunbed and umbrella and enjoy wading around the bright blue and green water. Amazing!
- For the best views of Anthony Quinn’s Bay from above, head on up to the windy road that leads up the hill just north of the bay and you’ll find a spot where you can sit and enjoy the virtually 180 degree views of Rhodes and its coastline.
- Tsambika Beach (or Tsampika) – Tsampika beach is located 30km (18 mi) south of Old Town Rhodes and is a great place to spend the day in the sun. Note: Beware there is a small section where nudists congregate on Tsampika beach
- Lakido Beach – Just opposite Anthony Quinn’s Bay is Lakido beach. It’s literally 3 minutes walking distance from Anthony Quinn’s bay so visiting both beaches in a day is totally doable. As a matter of fact, I would highly recommend visiting both if you get the chance
- Faliraki Beach – One of the most popular tourist spots on the island of Rhodes. It was known for 18-30’s holiday in the 90-2000’s but I don’t think there is that market so much now. It is quite commercialised now there are water sports and a few diving schools.
How to reach Rhodes island
There are two ways to reach Rhodes Island: either by flight or by ferry.
By plane: If you don’t want to lose time you can fly to Rhodes (RHO) from Athens. The flight lasts 1 hour. Many direct flights also operate from many European countries, so it will not be difficult to arrive there.
By ferry: If you choose to travel from Piraeus to Rhodes with a ferry, it will surely take you much longer but travelling with a ferry in the summer nights can be pretty enticing! The port of Rhodes is located in the southern part of the island and offers bus services to the town centre. You can easily book your ferry tickets using the link below or the booking engine.
Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesThere’s so much to enjoy at Villa Socrates that the children will never be bored. From the large swimming pool, hot tub and gardens perfect for outdoor play, to the many amenities inside. There’s Smart TV with loads of channels, as well as WiFi and lots of bedrooms with bunk beds to choose from. With the beach so close, they can really make the most of the sun, plus, for the really active there are activities like horse-riding, watersports and tennis available in the local area.
Baby and Toddler Equipment
- Cot(s)
- High Chair(s)
Kids Activities Close-by
- Beach Nearby
- Walk to Beach
- Walk to Village
- Walk to Restaurant
- <1hr to Airport
- Watersports
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
- Historical Sites
Onsite Facilities
- Child-Safe Pool
- Cooling Jacuzzi
- Waterfront
Services Available
- Maid Service Available
- Babysitting Available
Extras
Oliver's Extras
- Maid Service Available
- Babysitting Available
At Oliver’s Travels 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. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s 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 the Oliver’s 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!
| Smoking Allowed? | Smoking is not allowed inside the villa. |
| Arrival time | 14:00 or later |
| Departure time | 10:00 or earlier |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Smoking Allowed? | Smoking is not allowed inside the villa. |
| Arrival time | 14:00 or later |
| Departure time | 10:00 or earlier |
| Linen & towels included? | Yes linen and towels are provided |
| Insurance | It is recommended that all guests take out insurance to cover against potential cancellation and any accidental damage caused during your stay at the property. |
| Smoking Allowed? | No smoking in the villa |
| Heating costs included? | All energy costs are included |
| Tax | Enviromental tax - €10/per night - paid upon arrival |
| Security deposit | €400 take as pre authorisation to client’s credit card by the owner before/upon arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection |
The Greek government requires owners to collect a Tourist Climate Tax, your property manager will collect this in cash:
March-October €10 per night per unit
November-February €4 per night per unit
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 12 people:
| Rental period | Weekly |
|---|---|
| Nov 18th 2024 - Mar 1st 2025 | £2,303 |
| Mar 1st 2025 - Apr 1st 2025 | £2,348 |
| Apr 1st 2025 - May 1st 2025 | £2,348 |
| May 1st 2025 - Jun 1st 2025 | £2,790 |
| Jun 1st 2025 - Jul 1st 2025 | £4,650 |
| Jul 1st 2025 - Aug 1st 2025 | £7,927 |
| Aug 1st 2025 - Sep 1st 2025 | £8,370 |
| Sep 1st 2025 - Oct 1st 2025 | £5,580 |
| Oct 1st 2025 - May 22nd 2026 | £2,348 |
Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
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