Arbora Olea Luxury Resorts

The starting wedding package at €15,500 includes four nights of exclusive accommodation across all three luxury villas for up to 30 guests, complete private venue rental with full access to the 12-acre olive grove estate and all facilities, and professional wedding planning services to help coordinate your celebration. This comprehensive package means your guests stay on-site in luxury villas while you have exclusive use of the stunning outdoor spaces, pools, and terraces for your ceremony and reception. The package represents exceptional value as it combines accommodation, venue rental, and coordination services in one price.

Arbora Olea can accommodate up to 30 guests staying on-site across the three luxury villas, with each villa sleeping up to 8-10 guests in four bedrooms. For the wedding ceremony and reception, you can host up to 40 total guests, with the additional guests staying at nearby hotels or accommodations in Skaleta or Rethymno (15 minutes away). The exclusive-use model ensures complete privacy for your celebration, with the entire 12-acre estate dedicated solely to your wedding party for the duration of your stay.

Arbora Olea offers multiple stunning ceremony and reception options throughout the 12-acre olive grove estate. Popular ceremony locations include the elevated terrace overlooking the olive grove with mountain views, the poolside area with the dramatic waterfall feature as a backdrop, and intimate clearings within the olive grove itself for a truly rustic feel. For receptions, couples typically use the expansive terraces connecting the villas, the poolside areas for cocktail receptions, or the garden spaces for seated dinners under the olive trees. The property's layout allows for creative use of multiple spaces throughout your wedding day—ceremony in one area, cocktails by another pool, and dinner on a different terrace—giving your celebration variety and flow.

Arbora Olea operates with an open vendor policy, giving you complete freedom to select and work with your preferred wedding vendors including caterers, florists, photographers, DJs, and decorators. The venue's wedding planning team can provide recommendations for trusted local vendors they've worked with successfully at the property, or you can bring in your own choices. The fully equipped kitchens in each villa provide excellent preparation space for caterers, and the property's layout accommodates various vendor setups. There are no corkage fees or restrictions on bringing in outside food and beverage services, giving you full flexibility to create your perfect menu and celebration style.

While Crete enjoys over 300 days of sunshine annually, Arbora Olea provides excellent backup options should weather be a concern. The large covered terraces attached to each villa can be enclosed or opened as needed, providing sheltered space for dining and dancing while maintaining views of the olive grove. The indoor spaces across the three villas total approximately 450 square meters, offering ample room for a seated dinner and celebration if fully indoor arrangements are needed. Many couples opt for a hybrid approach with ceremony outdoors during a break in weather and reception in covered areas. The property's multiple buildings and covered spaces provide flexibility to adapt your timeline and move between indoor and outdoor settings as conditions allow.

Absolutely! Arbora Olea is ideal for multi-day wedding celebrations with excellent spaces for all pre-wedding activities. The three separate villas provide natural separation for wedding party preparations—many couples designate one villa for the bride and bridesmaids, another for the groom and groomsmen, with the third for family. Each villa has spacious bathrooms with excellent lighting, mirrors, and counter space perfect for hair and makeup. The property is also perfect for hosting a welcome dinner the night before your wedding, rehearsal dinner, or post-wedding brunch, with BBQ facilities, outdoor dining areas, and full kitchens available. Having everyone stay together on-site creates a relaxed, intimate atmosphere for the days surrounding your wedding.

Arbora Olea is located in Skaleta, Rethymno, approximately 75 kilometers (about 1 hour) from Heraklion International Airport, making it easily accessible for destination wedding guests. The resort is just 15 minutes from Rethymno's charming old town, famous for its Venetian harbor, Fortezza castle, and beautiful beaches. Skaleta Beach is a 13-minute walk from the property, and the famous Arkadi Monastery is about 20 minutes away. Despite feeling secluded within the olive grove, you're well-positioned to explore Crete's attractions—the spectacular Kourtaliotiko Gorge is about 30 minutes away, and Ancient Eleftherna is 30 kilometers southeast. The venue offers airport transfer coordination services to help your guests reach the property smoothly.

Arbora Olea is available for weddings year-round, with the optimal season running from late April through October when Crete enjoys consistently warm, sunny weather perfect for outdoor celebrations. May and June are particularly beautiful as the olive grove is lush and green, temperatures are comfortable (24-28°C), and you avoid peak summer heat. September and early October offer another ideal window with warm weather, lower humidity, and beautiful light for photography. July and August are the warmest months (30-35°C) but the property's pools and shaded olive grove provide natural cooling. Spring months (April-May) and autumn (October-November) offer excellent value pricing and more availability, with generally reliable weather and the charm of shoulder season Crete.

As a private villa estate in a countryside setting, Arbora Olea offers more flexibility than hotel venues, though reasonable quiet hours should be observed out of respect for the surrounding community. Most couples plan for music and celebration to continue until midnight, with quieter gathering continuing later if desired. The property's secluded location within a 12-acre olive grove provides natural sound buffering from neighboring properties. There are no strict curfews imposed by the venue, but couples should coordinate with their wedding planner regarding local regulations and community courtesy. The intimate size of weddings here (typically 20-40 guests) naturally keeps noise levels manageable.

Arbora Olea offers a completely different experience from traditional hotel weddings through its exclusive-use model—the entire property is yours alone for your celebration, not shared with other guests or events. You're not just renting a ceremony space for a few hours; you're securing a private estate for multiple days where your guests live together, creating an intimate, house-party atmosphere that fosters genuine connection and celebration. The authentic Cretan setting within a working olive grove, combined with modern luxury amenities, provides a unique blend of rustic charm and comfort that hotels can't replicate. You have complete control over your schedule, vendors, and celebration style without hotel restrictions. The villa accommodations, professional kitchens, and multiple entertaining spaces give you flexibility to host welcome dinners, rehearsals, and post-wedding brunches all in one stunning location, creating a true destination wedding experience rather than just a wedding day.