luxury villa with terrace for sale Ios, Greece

Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Aegean Sea, this villa offers an unparalleled blend of elegance, comfort, and coastal charm. Just 400 meters from the beach, it enjoys unobstructed panoramic sea views that create a serene and captivating atmosphere throughout the property. Outdoors, the villa invites you to unwind in style. A stunning infinity pool appears to merge with the horizon, while the covered terrace provides the perfect setting for al fresco dining with sweeping sea vistas. A built in barbecue and an outdoor shower complete the experience, ideal after a refreshing swim or a sun soaked afternoon. Inside, the villa exudes traditional elegance with warm, inviting spaces. The ground floor features a cozy living area with a fireplace, an open plan kitchen with a dining area, and a comfortable en suite bedroom. The upper level is dedicated to the sumptuous primary suite, complete with its own en suite bathroom and designed to offer privacy, comfort, and beautiful views.

Florentina sits within the quieter residential side of Oia, where stone pathways, volcanic walls and mature gardens create a softer atmosphere away from the denser caldera edge. The property combines traditional Cycladic architecture with a more private garden setting, positioned only a short walk from the centre of the village while maintaining a distinctly secluded character. Arriving through stone-paved courtyards shaded by olive trees and climbing bougainvillea, the house unfolds through a series of interconnected indoor and outdoor spaces typical of older Santorini homes. Volcanic stone walls, curved rooflines and thick plastered surfaces give the property a grounded simplicity shaped by the island’s architectural traditions and climate. The sea remains visible beyond the gardens and terraces, while the orientation allows the house to receive long afternoon light and western sunsets. Inside, the interiors preserve the warmth and irregularity of a traditional island residence. Vaulted ceilings, arched alcoves and pale stone floors create a sense of continuity throughout the main living spaces. The central dining area anchors the home, with a long timber table, built-in seating and soft natural light entering through red-framed doors and windows that open directly onto the terraces. Blue-painted niches, handmade furnishings and textured plaster walls introduce colour in a restrained and authentic way rather than through decorative excess. The kitchen carries the same informal character, combining Italian marble worktops, terracotta flooring and painted cabinetry with details that feel collected over time. Hanging baskets, open shelving and an enamel-red SMEG refrigerator introduce small moments of contrast against the otherwise muted palette. The atmosphere remains practical, comfortable and unmistakably connected to the island. Four en-suite bedrooms are arranged across the property, each with softly curved ceilings, recessed spaces and openings toward the gardens or terraces. The rooms maintain the architectural language of the main house while allowing privacy for guests and family members. An additional office space provides flexibility for longer stays or seasonal living. Outside, the gardens form an essential part of the property’s identity. Stone pathways wind between mature olive trees, volcanic planting beds and shaded seating areas covered with vines. A built-in barbecue and several outdoor dining spaces create natural gathering points throughout the grounds, while upper terraces open toward uninterrupted sea views and sunset skies across the Aegean. In the evening, the volcanic stone retains the warmth of the day as the light softens over the coastline below. Florentina is located within walking distance of Oia village and close to the northern beaches of Santorini, offering a more residential interpretation of island living centred on privacy, outdoor space and traditional architectural character.