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.
set on a hillside above the mykonian coastline, anemos combines traditional cycladic architecture with wide-open views across the aegean toward syros. the villa faces west, allowing the changing light and long sunsets to become part of the daily rhythm of the house, from the pale stillness of early morning to the deep orange horizon at dusk.
arranged across three levels, the property unfolds gradually through a series of interconnected indoor and outdoor living spaces designed for summer living. whitewashed walls, exposed timber ceilings and built-in seating maintain the simplicity of traditional island architecture, while stone detailing and natural materials soften the strong geometry of the structure. large openings throughout the house frame uninterrupted sea views and allow the meltemi breeze to move naturally through the interiors during the warmer months.
the main living and dining areas occupy the entrance level, where sliding doors open directly onto shaded terraces overlooking the pool and coastline beyond. the kitchen sits adjacent to the dining space, discreetly integrated into the overall layout while maintaining direct access to the outdoor entertaining areas. throughout the interiors, the palette remains restrained and tactile, with pale stone floors, woven lighting and handmade timber furniture creating a relaxed atmosphere that feels connected to the island landscape outside.
the lower level contains three bedrooms alongside an additional sitting area, creating a separate guest zone with privacy from the principal living spaces above. on the upper floor, an en suite bedroom opens onto elevated terraces facing the sea, while a separate guest room positioned beside the pool allows independent accommodation for visitors.
outside, the villa is arranged around a large swimming pool bordered by dark stone paving and shaded pergolas. covered dining and seating areas extend along the terrace, creating multiple places to gather throughout the day while remaining protected from the summer sun. a fully equipped covered gym is positioned separately within the grounds, opening toward the landscape and sea beyond. in the evening, the pool terrace becomes the focal point of the property, with the lights of syros gradually appearing across the water as the sun disappears into the horizon.
located within easy reach of mykonos town and the island’s beaches while maintaining a strong sense of privacy, anemos balances traditional island character with a quieter, more residential atmosphere shaped by stone, sea and open sky.
