Cillene

Set into the hillside of Mykonos with uninterrupted views across the Aegean towards Delos and the island’s historic harbour, Cyllene is a contemporary residence designed to sit quietly within its surroundings. Conceived as a low-profile architectural composition embedded into the terrain, the property combines clean Cycladic forms with natural stone and expansive glazing, creating a strong visual connection between the house and the landscape beyond.

Positioned a short walk from the sea and approximately 15 minutes from Mykonos Town, the residence occupies an elevated setting that balances privacy with immediate access to the island’s coastline and amenities. The architecture follows the contours of the hillside, stepping naturally across the site and allowing the panoramic views to remain present throughout the property.

Extending across approximately 600 sqm (6,458 sq.ft.) on a 4,000 sqm (43,056 sq.ft.) plot, the house is arranged over three levels and designed around a continuous relationship between interior and exterior space. Broad sliding openings connect the principal living areas directly to the surrounding terraces, allowing the house to open completely towards the sea during the warmer months. A restrained palette of pale stone, textured plaster, oak detailing and natural finishes creates a calm and cohesive atmosphere throughout.

The main living spaces are generous in scale yet deliberately understated, with clean architectural lines and carefully controlled natural light. The open-plan layout allows the sitting, dining and kitchen areas to flow naturally together while remaining oriented towards the horizon. Floor-to-ceiling glazing frames the changing character of the sea and sky throughout the day, ensuring the landscape remains an integral part of the experience of the house.

Two principal suites occupy the upper level, each positioned to maximise privacy and uninterrupted sea views. Their elevated placement allows direct access to private terraces while maintaining a strong sense of separation from the remainder of the residence. Additional en-suite guest bedrooms are integrated into the lower level, where the architecture follows the terrain and creates a series of sheltered spaces connected to the hillside.

The residence extends naturally into its outdoor areas through a series of terraces that follow the changing levels of the site. The architecture minimises its visual presence through planted roofs, partially subterranean elements and the use of local materials that echo the colours and textures of the surrounding landscape. This approach allows the house to feel rooted within the hillside rather than positioned above it.

The elevated setting provides uninterrupted views from sunrise through to evening, when the lights of Mykonos Town and the harbour gradually emerge across the bay. As the day draws to a close, the horizon remains the defining feature of the property, with sea, sky and landscape unfolding continuously beyond the terraces.

Eligible for both the Greek Golden Visa and the Greek Non Dom Programme.