The house with stars for a ceiling
13 Guests
7 Bedrooms
6 Bathrooms
Graciously rising on its hill above the glorious beaches of southeastern Antiparos, Xasteria is an object lesson in style, quality and laid-back luxury living. With a warm embrace it welcomes guests into a magical world of sophistication, where flexible and beautifully appointed interiors flow out onto myriad terraces, both private and communal, offering those fortunate enough to stay here a sense of space, conviviality and tranquil seclusion.
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Keyholder highlights
- Magnificent sea views
- Beautifully appointed
- 15m-long infinity pool
- Panoramic terraces
- Walking distance to Soros beach and restaurant
Gallery
Immersive virtual 3D tour of Xasteria
Aerial views of Xasteria.
Xasteria's serene, 15m-long infinity pool and its al fresco bar and dining area.
The electric blue pool, the cobalt sea, the cerulean sky... Life at Xasteria!
Xasteria rising above its pool.
Sun-drenched and shady terraces wrap around the pool.
The al fresco living area outside the south wing.
Includes
- Sole use of the villa and the grounds
- The support of our Villa Specialists to help you select your perfect villa
- The expertise of a dedicated local team to help you fine-tune the logistics of your trip and to plan a range of experiences, many of which are exclusive to The Thinking Traveller
- A Local Specialist to assist you during your stay and 24/7 emergency support
- A comprehensive guide to your villa and its surrounding area, including our restaurant recommendations, cultural highlights and other activities
- An easy-to-use online holiday planner to keep all your booked experiences and services in one place, ensuring that nothing gets missed during your stay
- The ability to coordinate and share the details of your trip with your group via Your Account
- All sales taxes, electricity, gas, Wi-Fi, linen, bath towels, pool and/or beach towels
- A daily cleaning service and a mid-week linen change
- Daily breakfast preparation
Excludes
- Flights
- Car hire
- Transfers
- Meals (unless otherwise specified)
- Ingredients for specified meals
- The Greek government’s Climate Resilience Levy - €15 per villa per night
From the Guest Book
Read the insightful reviews from travellers who have experienced this villa and our service firsthand.
We were reassured that we would love Villa Xasteria, well, we fell in love with it. We had never been to a villa rental like this before; we called it The Citadel On The Hill. Thank you to everyone at The Thinking Traveler, we will be back!
Mario Elia and family. July 2023
Excellent
4.7/5
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The Area
Xasteria rises on a hill overlooking the southeast of Antiparos, just 1km from the sandy beaches of Soros. The island’s diminutive size means that you’re never far from its treasures, both natural and man-made, and it’s easy to explore in a week.
With 60km of coastline, Antiparos offers an abundance of idyllic beaches and many of these are very close to Xasteria. Apart from Soros below the house, two of the most beguiling beaches are Agios Sostis and Faneromeni, little bays on the southernmost tip of the island. Slightly further afield, in the southwest, is the bay of Agios Georgios, whose turquoise waters are a great starting point for kayaking excursions to the little islet of Despotiko.
Typical of the Cyclades, the landscape of Antiparos is dotted with small whitewashed churches and traditional cottages, and carpeted with aromatic Mediterranean shrubs and wild herbs. The south of the island is hilly and there is some rewarding walking to be had, thanks to the wonderful 360-degree panoramas from vantage points such as the Prophet Elias church.
The main town, Antiparos Port, is archetypally Greek, with narrow pedestrianised alleyways and picturesque squares flanked by independent little shops and pretty white houses with blossom-filled courtyards. At its centre are the remains of the Kastro, a Venetian castle built in 1440 to protect the island’s inhabitants from pirates and other would-be invaders. Around the harbour is a good selection of traditional tavernas and cafés, and it is very pleasant to while away a little time there, watching island life unfold. In the evening, the main square comes alive as traditional coffee shops and chic bars fill up.
Just in the hills behind Xasteria, meanwhile is the island’s fascinating cave, whose extremely impressive stalactites and stalagmites are thought to be amongst the oldest in Europe. With a depth of around 85m (there are 411 steps down to the bottom), it is an inspiring place to explore, especially if you think of all those who have been there before you, including Macedonian generals fleeing the wrath of Alexander the Great, Otto, the first King of Greece, and even (so it is said) Lord Byron.
Last but not least, Paros is just a 10-minute ferry ride from Antiparos Port, meaning that island-hopping day trips there are eminently feasible.
