Melinia

Positioned on a hillside above the Aegean, this expansive Cycladic estate unfolds across three independent residences, each oriented toward open sea views and the changing light of the horizon. The setting feels quietly removed, with low stone walls, whitewashed volumes, and broad terraces following the contours of the landscape, while sunsets settle directly across the water each evening.

Comprising approximately 645 sqm (6,943 sqft) of interior space on a 4,450 sqm (47,899 sqft) plot, the property has been designed to accommodate both privacy and shared living. Traditional Cycladic architecture shapes the composition of the estate, with thick white walls, exposed timber ceilings, built-in seating, and natural stone surfaces creating interiors that feel cool, calm, and connected to the island environment. Throughout the property, soft natural light enters through deep-set windows framed in muted green, while broad openings draw the sea into nearly every principal room.

The main residence forms the centre of the estate and opens into a generous open-plan living and dining area arranged beneath timber-beamed ceilings. A fireplace anchors the sitting room, while the adjoining kitchen combines practical scale with simple island materials and finishes. Large windows and terrace doors maintain a constant visual connection with the sea and surrounding hillsides.

Four en-suite bedrooms are arranged within the principal house, including a loft-style suite tucked beneath the roofline. The bedrooms are restrained and understated, with whitewashed walls, timber floors, and carefully positioned openings that frame either the sea or the surrounding Cycladic landscape. Morning light moves softly across the interiors, while the elevated position allows for natural airflow throughout the day.

Two further self-contained residences occupy the lower level of the estate, each with its own living room, kitchen, and three-bedroom arrangement. These independent guest houses allow visitors to remain connected to the main villa while preserving a distinct sense of autonomy and privacy. Their interiors follow the same architectural language, balancing traditional island character with clean contemporary simplicity.

Outdoor living defines much of the experience of the property. Broad stone terraces unfold around the swimming pool, which faces directly toward the sea and sunset. A pergola-covered dining area creates shade throughout the afternoon, while outdoor seating areas, built-in barbecue spaces, and sheltered corners allow for different moments throughout the day, from long lunches to quiet evenings overlooking the water. The elevated setting captures the movement of the Aegean breeze, carrying the scent of dry hillside herbs across the terraces.

The estate’s scale and layout make it particularly well suited for extended family living or hosting guests across multiple independent spaces, while maintaining the intimacy and atmosphere of a traditional Cycladic home. The surrounding landscape remains largely open and undeveloped, reinforcing the sense of seclusion while still allowing convenient access to nearby beaches and villages.

As dusk settles, the whitewashed volumes begin to glow softly against the darkening hillside, while the final light fades across the sea beyond the pool terrace.