White Cube Villa

Cycladic Cube

As its name indicates, this villa is a sparkling, newly built, bright white block offering unobstructed views of the turquoise Aegean Sea. The classic Cycladic cube and guest house are set in a secluded spot on the southern coast of Paros, a favorite Greek playground known for its white sands and cosmopolitan nightlife.

This sleek white villa for rent in Greece does modern Cycladic architecture just right. Named for its guiding design principle, the bleached cubic structures rise from the land in a geometric abstract of sharp angles and interconnecting walls. The result is a vivid modern villa, designed to be gleaming and spare. Civil engineers created the home, so the efficient space incorporates a cohesive selection of natural stone and woods, iron, and paved floors that link the interior spaces with the outdoor terraces. A seafront pool and wide sea views give the bright space a softer touch, and a blonde stone exterior offsets the whitewashing in an elevated, neo-rustic look.

The spacious four-bedroom villa sleeps eight, and an independently accessed guest house, with its own ensuite bedroom and kitchen, accommodates two further guests.

AROUND

Located on one of the most popular and largest of the Cycladic islands, this villa for rent in Greece occupies a secluded spot in Paros’ southern Makria Miti coastal area, only a few minutes’ drive from Alyki village. The latter is famed for its fisherman’s port and sweet beach, and delectable taverns with their fresh catches, daily. All necessary services are available in Alyki, too, and three pebble beaches are walking distance (5-10 minutes) from the home. 

Paros is famous architecturally for its Parian marble, a white stone quarried since antiquity that is the material for classic Greek sculpture and numerous modern construction features. The quarries are open to visitors and the notable stone is also on view in the island's archeological sites and art museums. Water and waterfront sports outfitters are abundant on the island, and activities include swimming, cycling a designated coastal path, hiking, scuba diving and snorkeling as well as kite- and wind-surfing and waterskiing. Rentals are available in Pounta Port, a favorite spot for surfers. 

Historical sites on the island include the traditional village of Lefkes, the isle’s medieval capital, the Byzantine monastery of Panagia Ekatontapiliani, the ancient cemetery by the sea in Parikia, and the Agios Ioannis Detis church, a whitewashed Cycladic chapel topped by a bright blue dome.

LOCATION

Makria Miti, Paros, Greece. Nearest airport: Paros (8 minutes)

BEST TIME TO VISIT: The main period of operation is from April 1 until October 31, but can be extended throughout the year upon request.