The rise in villa rentals has extended to every corner of the globe, and the Greek islands are no exception. Chic hillside retreats with super-stylish interiors and unrivalled ocean views, provide the ultimate setting in which to gather friends and family for a holiday to remember. Make a splash with Red Savannah’s guide to the best Greek villas with private pools.
Odysseus Estate – Corfu (8 Bedrooms)
Why settle for just one pool, when you can have two? Corfu’s Odysseus Estate boasts a spectacular 40 metre pool that runs the entire length of the property – perfect for throwing open your bedroom door at daybreak and jumping straight in! The scent of lavender and jasmine permeates around the pool from the villa’s exquisite, landscaped gardens, whilst the pergolas offer welcome shade. Accommodation is divided between a main house and a guest house, with housekeeping and a cook included.
Beyond Odysseus’s boundaries, head to the villa’s private beach, visit nearby Kassiopi village or hop on a boat to explore Corfu Town. Its location on Corfu’s exclusive northeast coast – just a five-minute walk from Avlaki Beach – is hard to beat.
Apollonia – Mykonos (5 Bedrooms)
Modern style meets sophisticated glamour at Apollonia, a chic minimalist villa within easy walking distance of a beach in western Mykonos. Picture-postcard views out to the island of Delos (the fabled birthplace of Apollo) extend over the Aegean Sea, whilst the master bedroom is the one to secure for the outdoor Jacuzzi. Four of the five bedrooms will suit grown-ups, whilst a bunk-bedded room in the main house will comfortably sleep up to four children. Outside, shaded terraces fragrant with lavender are just the spot for unwinding with a novel or gathering for a long al fresco lunch.
Cool white, stone interiors give the villa an unmistakable sense of place.
Villa Selene – Crete (6 Bedrooms)
Situated in the beautiful Bay of Elounda, Villa Selene, is within easy reach of Elounda’s pretty harbour, delightful restaurants and close enough to explore the ancient Bronze Age site of Knossos. Stealing yourself away from this villa to explore beyond its boundaries, however, is something else. With the option of full catering, sea access with a private jetty, and the most gorgeous, cool interiors, it’s the perfect setting for an idyllic Greek escape, but it’s the sea-facing pool which extends way beyond the villa which steals the show. The views of the Aegean Sea are unrivalled, and the sea-breeze is blissful, especially in the warmer summer months.
Villa Laura – Corfu (4 Bedrooms)
Whether indoors or outdoors, guests at Villa Laura are treated to exquisite views thanks to floor-to-ceiling windows, and tiered terraced areas with ample space to dine, relax or swim in the villa’s heated pool. Set over three floors, the décor is light and cool, and open plan living leads to beautiful outdoor terraces.
Located on the edge of the quaint fishing village of Kassiopi, on the northern coast of Corfu, Villa Laura couldn’t be better placed for experiencing village life. Charter a boat from the harbour to discover the beautiful coastline or spend a day at the beach club. The emphasis is firmly on relaxation and indulgence in a very pretty part of Corfu.
Villa Sofia – Corfu (6 Bedrooms)
Sitting majestically above the port of San Stefano on the exclusive northeast tip of Corfu, Villa Sofia enjoys stunning vistas across the Straits of Corfu, best enjoyed from the delightful infinity pool and poolside bar. Throughout the summer months, guests are pampered by the excellent cook (included in rental in peak season), leaving plenty of time to explore the nearby beaches and welcoming tavernas.
Décor is modern and minimalist with splashes of the iconic blue and white colours associated with the Greek islands; cool stone floors and air-conditioning throughout offer respite from the summer sun.
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