Villa Enteka is situated in the area of Archimidi, near Ialysos, the second largest town on the island of Rhodes. Rhodes is the jewel in the crown of the Dodecanese Islands, set in the Southern Aegean Sea, Greece. The villa is just eight kilometres from Diagaros International airport, a short fifteen minute journey away. The villa is one kilometre from Ialysos, where there are numerous golden sandy beaches, traditional tavernas, welcoming cafes and bars, and shops, supermarkets, and fresh food markets to provide you with everything you will need for a happy holiday.
The nearest beach is Ialysos itself, and the aptly named Golden Beach Pool, just over a kilometre away, it’s an easy walk or short drive. The North East coastline has many beautiful beaches, notably Paralia Ixia for some thrill-seeking windsurfing. Within walking distance of the villa beautiful Byzantine monasteries, churches, and ancient temples abound, as you stroll into town seek sanctuary and go inside to take a look at the fabulous frescoes.
If it’s culture you’re craving you’ll be spoilt for choice, from the old Olympic Stadium and the Temple of Apollo to Doric fountains and ancient ruins, not to mention many museums. The town of Rhodes is seven kilometres from the villa, and well worth a visit. The old town of Rhodes has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and as you wander the narrow lanes, old streets, and fortifications you’ll see why. Rhodes’ history has been influenced by the Knights of St John, and Venetian and Ottoman conquests. Don’t miss a visit to the Palace of the Grand Masters, the Castle of Monolithos, the Suleyamniye Mosque, the Archaeological Museum, the Museum of Modern Greek Art, and the many ornate churches, and count the eleven gates as you make your way around the old town.
If you can’t pound the pavements, you can take a Segway tour, or stop for refreshment in a traditional taverna and sip an ouzo as you watch the world go by. For the adventurous rent a quad bike, or join a jeep safari and take a tour of the island, climb aboard a high-speed boat to the lovely island of Lindos, or relax with a spot of fishing at Makarounas. And for those who really want to go further afield, get island hopping and take the Rhodes ferry to far flung places, including crossing continents to Turkey.