Mykonos Beach House

Nature’s Natural Stage

An extroverted remake of the traditional Mykonian home, this meticulously designed minimalist residence puts nature at center stage. Set against a mountainous backdrop, with a quiet beach taking the spotlight, this newly reconstructed, sun-kissed sanctuary offers a sleek, sculptural environment and glorious private pool in which to soak up the Grecian rays.

This two-story villa for rent in Greece sits above the turquoise waters of Mykonos’s intimate Ftelia Bay, one of the island’s last well-kept secrets. All glass, stone and vivid whitewashed construction, this beachfront home takes its inspiration from nature, especially the sparkling sea stretching out in front of it. 

The open-plan space anchors guests firmly in a seaside sanctuary, with its bleached seashell interiors and stunning, aquatic-inspired atmosphere. Sleek and minimalist, yet still abundantly comfortable, the villa casts nature in the leading role, with wide picture windows overlooking the mountains in the distance, offset by a cool, geometric pool in the forefront.

Created to be a cliff-front haven for travelers seeking the nourishment of the sea, sand, and salt-scented air, the house’s spare, clean-cut design feels slightly otherworldly. It features custom-made furnishings, creatively lit hallways and architectural elements, a sea-life inspired sculptural wall, and gleaming windowpanes on all sides for contemplating the sparkling landscape. Terraces and a stone-walled swimming pool add to the villa’s outdoor living focus, and an indoor gym and outdoor exercise landings put wellness and relaxation as a top priority.

There are two master suites, one which is wheelchair accessible and has direct access to the beachside space, the other which has access to the upper-level terrace. There are two additional bedrooms, one with access to the upper-level terrace, the other to the mountainside space.

AROUND

This architectural villa for rent in Greece sits on Ftelia Bay, an under-the-radar haven for the boho-chic, hip, and too-cool-to-be-seen-in-public celebrities. Some seven kilometers from Mykonos’ buzzing center, it offers a secluded beach, two world-renowned private beach clubs and three restaurants all a quick stroll away from the home. 

If you do strike out from the villa but choose to avoid the party scene in Mykonos, take in the idyllic small inland village of Ano Mera, a five-minute drive from the house. Home to picturesque local dining terraces, tavernas, and bakeries set along pretty, cobbled streets, the town also boasts a 16th-century monastery and bell tower standing sentinel over it. 

Other nearby beaches of note include Kalo Livadi, Elia, Lia, Panormos and A. Sostis, all within a 15-minute drive. Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy Mykonos’s lesser-celebrated charms such as birdwatching, sailing, horseback riding and cycling inland. History buffs shouldn’t miss the UNESCO World Heritage site of Delos Island, birthplace of Apollo and Artemis, Zeus’s twins, located about 30 minutes by boat from the island.

LOCATION

Ftelia Bay, Mykonos, Greece. Nearest airport: Mykonos, Syros

BEST TIME TO VISIT: Year round