- Villa Size: 200 sqm
- Guests: 10
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
This striking but deeply personal and cherished home is set on stark landscape by the sea on the Greek island of Kythnos. Its owner is French but of Greek origin, with a profound love for the country of her ancestors. When she and her husband moved back to Paris from New York a decade ago, they decided to find the perfect house in Greece to spend every summer, somewhere far from the crowds but close enough to Athens to make travel convenient.
In 2017, they discovered Kythnos, a short ferry ride from Piraeus, and fell in love with its gentle, traditional feel, its warm, welcoming residents, and its countless beaches. When it came to finding a place to call their own, they chose the most secluded, southern part of the island, with its wild landscapes and seashores, great views and direct access to the sea.
The house sits on a large plot of land on the very southern end of the island, far from the noisy urban life they occupy during the rest of the year. It's the perfect spot for taking in the island's spectacular sunsets.
The house they built with the help of a local designer is a combination of traditional architectural style, with lovely stonework, and modern design. The result is white, light and airy, with minimal adornment and touches of color that lend it a summery feel.
Villa Kiara has five bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, as well as generously sized common areas. The garden is still growing but has a striking infinity-edged pool that overlooks the sea, a beautiful stone path, and a direct access to the sea where you can swim undisturbed, or paddleboard. Alternatively, relax with a glass of wine and take in the view.
The villa is located on Kythnos, a Cycladic island between Kea and Serifos. The island is only 99sqkm with a population of 1,310, but it has a coastline of 104km with 99 coves and beaches, many of which are inaccessible by car. That means, if you can get to them, they're very likely to be deserted. A boat rental is highly recommended.
The house is five minutes' drive from Agios Dimitrios, a beach with numerous trees that offer some shade and two tavernas. One of the restaurants is the owners' friendly 'second home', where they while away many hours, eating delicious local food, talking about life with their hosts, while their children play in the sand. The house is also 15 minutes' drive from a supermarket, and 20 minutes from Dryopida, one of the two traditional white villages in the center of the island. The other is Chora.
There are also three main seaside settlements: Merichas, which is the main port, the bay of Loutra with its well-known hot springs, and Panagia Kanala, with the church of the same name.
Kythnos is 3 hours from the port of Piraeus and 1 hour and 40 minutes from the port of Lavrion, and there are daily connections with both ports.
Capacity
- Accommodates: 10 guests
- Bedroom1: Double Bed
- Bedroom2: Double Bed
- Bedroom3: Double Bed
- Bedroom4: Double Bed
- Bedroom5: 2 Single Beds
- Bathrooms: 5
Surroundings
- Agios Dimitrios Beach: 5 min drive
- Supermaket: 15 min drive
- Driopida Village: 20 min drive
- Kythnos Access: 40 min ferry from Lavrion Port
Amenities
- Air conditioning
- Barbeque
- Dining Area
- Dining Table
- Extra beds
- Fire extinguishers
- Fireplace
- First aid kit
- Flat-screen TV
- Fridge
- Hairdryer
- Internet Wifi - Starlink
- Iron
- Ironing board
- Kitchen
- Linen
- Living room
- Outdoor dining area
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor shower
- Parking
- Pool towels
- Private pool
- Sea View
- Security deposit
- Swimming pool
- Terrace
- Towels available
- Washing machine
Services
- Climate tax per day not included (10 euros per night)
- Concierge Services
- Housekeeping: once a week - every 3rd or 4th day
- Pool maintenance
Starting from €1020
Change Over Day: None
- Check-in time 15:00,
- Check-out time 11:00
- Payment Process for Your Stay
To book your stay, you only need to pay 35% of the total amount as an initial deposit. Please note that your reservation will only be confirmed after a 24-hour period, during which we will seek the owner’s approval to ensure the villa is available for your chosen dates. Once this confirmation is received, our My Greek Villa team will send you an email with all the rental details and clear instructions on how to complete the final payment. - Booking and Payment Policies
Booking: To secure your reservation, a deposit equal to 35% of the total cost of your stay is required. If the booking is made less than 60 days before your arrival date, the full amount must be paid to confirm the reservation. The reservation will only be confirmed after a 24-hour period, during which we will seek the owner’s approval to ensure the villa is available. - Balance Payment: The remaining balance for your rental must be paid no later than 60 days before the start of your stay. You will receive a reminder 3 days before the final payment is due, along with a new payment link.
- Final Confirmation: After we receive your full payment, a confirmation document will be sent to you. You will also receive an email with detailed instructions on how to reach the villa, your expected arrival date and time, the person who will greet you, and any necessary information regarding transfer arrangements, if applicable.
- Security Deposit: A security deposit will be requested before your arrival. No deposit is charged during the booking process. If the host needs to claim the deposit, they must provide evidence of any damage, and you will be notified accordingly. The deposit is never taken without prior notification.
