Villa Riza, a secluded design retreat with infinity pool, Andros

Rooted in the Cycladic Wild

The Petres ensemble was born from a desire to create a communal family retreat where three distinct villas coexist across varying elevations. Villa Riza occupies the base, harmonizing with the valley’s stream and citrus groves. Architects utilized rainwater collection and solar heating, ensuring the structure remains a gentle steward of the Aprovato landscape.

An open-plan living room centers around a grand window that frames the Aegean like a canvas. The master suite is bathed in golden hues at sunset, while a second bedroom features a wall-to-wall mattress for a grounded, cozy aesthetic. Refined marble sinks and traditional Cycladic showers provide a cool, sensory contrast to the sun-baked stone exterior.

A 180-square-meter terrace serves as an expansive outdoor living room, featuring a protected stone barbecue and a massive 10-person stone dining table for communal breakfasts. The 6m x 3m saltwater infinity pool overlooks the valley’s descent toward the sea. The secret garden is a lush tapestry of fig, citrus, and ancient olive trees, punctuated by cacti.

What we love

We love the location on this island in a green valley of olive and platanus trees, blended in with stone walls and endless views of the Aegean. Our favorite spot is the hammock to swing in and enjoy the unobstructed sea and sunset views. Perfect for star gazing at night.

Layout

This vacation home for rent in Andros sleeps up to four guests. It includes a master bedroom with an en-suite bathroom and a secondary bedroom with a built-in mattress platform. The layout features an open-plan kitchen and living area, with a second full bathroom showcasing slick marble finishes.

Experiences

Embark on a 15-minute hike via the Aprovato circular trail to reach a secluded, pristine beach. After a morning of saltwater immersion, enjoy a sunset dinner at the stone table, prepared with vegetables harvested from the estate’s own organic garden.

Good to know

The property is accessed via a steep five-minute dirt road. A 4x4 or jeep is recommended. As this is a working estate within nature, resident cats may be present on the grounds. A government-mandated Climate Resilience Fee of €8 per night is applicable during the summer season. Note that the villa is part of a larger family ensemble, offering total privacy or shared movement between the sister properties.

Amenities & services

Saltwater infinity pool, sea view, fully equipped kitchen, stone barbecue, outdoor dining table, air conditioning, washing machine, wireless internet, private parking, organic garden, solar water heating, bathroom essentials

Around

Located in the quiet green valley of Aprovato, the villa is a 10-minute drive from the coastal town of Batsi. This charming hub offers a traditional outdoor cinema, local supermarkets, and waterfront tavernas. Andros itself is the most verdant of the Cyclades, famous for its freshwater springs and over 300 kilometers of signposted hiking trails—including the Leading Quality Trails of Europe. The nearby Archaeological Museum of Palaiopolis and the waterfalls of Pythara offer cultural and natural diversions. A car is essential for exploring the island’s maritime heritage and remote northern beaches.