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 into the hillside of mykonos with uninterrupted views across the aegean towards delos and the island’s historic harbour, cyllene is a contemporary residence designed to sit quietly within its surroundings. conceived as a low-profile architectural composition embedded into the terrain, the property combines clean cycladic forms with natural stone and expansive glazing, creating a strong visual connection between the house and the landscape beyond.
positioned a short walk from the sea and approximately 15 minutes from mykonos town, the residence occupies an elevated setting that balances privacy with immediate access to the island’s coastline and amenities. the architecture follows the contours of the hillside, stepping naturally across the site and allowing the panoramic views to remain present throughout the property.
extending across approximately 600 sqm (6,458 sq.ft.) on a 4,000 sqm (43,056 sq.ft.) plot, the house is arranged over three levels and designed around a continuous relationship between interior and exterior space. broad sliding openings connect the principal living areas directly to the surrounding terraces, allowing the house to open completely towards the sea during the warmer months. a restrained palette of pale stone, textured plaster, oak detailing and natural finishes creates a calm and cohesive atmosphere throughout.
the main living spaces are generous in scale yet deliberately understated, with clean architectural lines and carefully controlled natural light. the open-plan layout allows the sitting, dining and kitchen areas to flow naturally together while remaining oriented towards the horizon. floor-to-ceiling glazing frames the changing character of the sea and sky throughout the day, ensuring the landscape remains an integral part of the experience of the house.
two principal suites occupy the upper level, each positioned to maximise privacy and uninterrupted sea views. their elevated placement allows direct access to private terraces while maintaining a strong sense of separation from the remainder of the residence. additional en-suite guest bedrooms are integrated into the lower level, where the architecture follows the terrain and creates a series of sheltered spaces connected to the hillside.
the residence extends naturally into its outdoor areas through a series of terraces that follow the changing levels of the site. the architecture minimises its visual presence through planted roofs, partially subterranean elements and the use of local materials that echo the colours and textures of the surrounding landscape. this approach allows the house to feel rooted within the hillside rather than positioned above it.
the elevated setting provides uninterrupted views from sunrise through to evening, when the lights of mykonos town and the harbour gradually emerge across the bay. as the day draws to a close, the horizon remains the defining feature of the property, with sea, sky and landscape unfolding continuously beyond the terraces.
eligible for both the greek golden visa and the greek non dom programme.
