with its reputation for being a party paradise, favoured by celebrities and international a-listers, mykonos is a small island in the cyclades which has acquired a big reputation over the past few decades.
a summer destination just 40 minutes flight time from athens, it offers beautiful beaches, frenzied nightlife, high-end restaurants and superb accommodation ranging from cliff-top villas to boho boutique hotels. this is also an island with a strong lgbt culture and a destination where anyone who is someone has a designer villa, or at least knows where the most exclusive hotels are. fashionistas and socialites fly in discreetly and stay in privé hideaways or hang out in their super yachts in one of the island’s well-known bays while paparazzi bring out the telescopic lenses for superstar headshots.
the jenners and hadids can be seen vying for attention with the likes of the ultra rich, be that footballers like ronaldinho, fashion icons like georgio armani or hollywood stars like hugh jackman. paradise and super paradise beaches are the places to hang out while ornos, psarou and platis yalos are also known for being celebrity faves, surpassing the now très passé ibiza. dining is an elevated pastime on mykonos, with all-day restaurants like scorpios offering chilled-out cabana style ambience and fresh seafood while interni is for cosmopolitan foodies who like to overindulge on ceviche and champagne.
matogianni street boasts designer boutiques and chic cafés while the scenic waterfront spot known as ‘little venice’ sports colourful verandahs hanging over the lapping waves. mykonos offers a myriad of experiences and a wander through its pretty bougainvillea bedecked alleyways evokes a real sense of island life mixed with sophisticated vibes.
positioned above the coastline near lia beach, this expansive estate occupies a hillside setting in the quieter eastern part of mykonos, where the terrain remains largely untouched and the sea dominates the horizon in every direction. arranged across approximately 4,500 sqm of land, the property combines traditional cycladic forms with larger-scale living spaces designed to accommodate both privacy and openness to the surrounding landscape.
the architecture follows the natural slope of the site, with whitewashed volumes, exposed stone walls and broad terraces unfolding gradually toward the sea. from the upper levels of the estate, the coastline curves visibly below, while the elevated position allows uninterrupted views across the aegean throughout the day.
inside, the principal living spaces are defined by unusually high ceilings, exposed timber beams and large floor-to-ceiling openings that draw light deep into the interiors. the main reception room sits at the centre of the house, arranged as a series of connected seating and dining areas that open directly onto the terraces and pool. dark timber floors, white plaster walls and stone details create contrast throughout the interiors, while the scale of the rooms remains softened by natural textures and filtered light.
the kitchen is designed as both a functional and social space, centred around a substantial island and adjoining bar area, with direct access to the covered outdoor dining terrace. beneath timber pergolas and shaded stone structures, the exterior dining and lounge areas extend naturally from the interiors, creating a continuous flow between inside and outside living.
bedrooms are distributed across different wings of the estate to maximise privacy, each with its own bathroom and many opening directly onto terraces or private outdoor sitting areas. several suites incorporate exposed stone walls, timber ceilings and built-in seating, balancing the larger scale of the property with quieter, more intimate spaces.
the outdoor areas unfold across multiple levels of stone-paved terraces, landscaped gardens and sheltered lounge spaces. at the centre sits the large infinity pool, oriented directly toward the sea and framed by sun terraces and low stone walls that preserve the openness of the setting. a separate jacuzzi terrace and additional shaded seating areas are positioned throughout the grounds, allowing different perspectives across the coastline and surrounding hills.
although the property feels notably secluded, lia beach remains only a short distance away, while mykonos town can be reached within approximately 15 minutes. the elevated orientation also provides protection from some of the stronger northern winds, allowing the outdoor spaces to remain usable throughout much of the day during the summer season.
as evening approaches, the estate shifts gradually in atmosphere. the stone terraces retain the warmth of the day, lights begin to appear across the distant coastline, and the sea darkens into deep blue beyond the pool’s edge, while the movement of the wind through the pergolas becomes the dominant sound across the hillside.
