The Greek islands are known for their stunning landscape and views, but they should be just as renowned for their bold residential architecture.
Case in point: A sea-view Mykonos estate that recently hit the market, a sleek, contemporary abode that dramatically incorporates natural elements found on the site’s rocky cliffside. Offered turnkey, the property combines all the standard amenities you’d expect of a comfortable home along with a slew of vacation-ready add-ons like a tennis court, a wellness suite, and multiple pools. While you could easily stay cozied up on the property, the island’s traditional Cycladic village is just three miles away, and the airport is even closer.
The three-level main house sports a massive, tunnel-like steel arch between the living and dining rooms. A huge boulder partitions off the minimalist kitchen, where textured countertops are paired with dark wood cabinetry. Handmade ceramics are sprinkled throughout, and the finishes and furnishings come from brands such as Riva, Effe, Fantini, Olivari, and Baxter.
All eight bedrooms are configured as king-bed primary suites with attached bathrooms, with four of them having a private entrance. Many of the bedrooms open to Aegean-facing terraces, where individual plunge pools are nestled within garden courtyards. The heated main pool, meanwhile, is accompanied by an outdoor shower for rinsing off and a covered patio with an outdoor kitchen for whipping up alfresco meals.
One of the two guest houses, set into stone steps, is currently set up as a wellness suite. Inside, you’ll find a fully equipped gym, a massage room, and a sauna. Nearby, you can do your best Nadal impression on the professional-grade red-clay tennis court; a covered viewing area is for those who’d prefer to just sit back and watch the action.
The 6.5-acre estate, listed for $12.2 million with Despina Laou at Greece Sotheby’s International Realty, is completed by a Porsche EV charging pedestal and a private chapel for hosting events. Among its high-tech perks are tablet-controlled lighting, a multi-zone Sonos audio system, a handful of 4K TVs ranging, super-fast internet, a partitioned alarm system with CCTV, and smart access control.