Pura Vida

Main house

• Bedroom 1: double bed (180 x 200cm), en-suite shower room, sitting area with day bed (190x100cm)
• Bedroom 2: double bed (160x190cm), en-suite shower room
• Bedroom 3: double bed (160x190cm), en-suite shower room

The Earth House

• Bedroom 4: double bed (180x200cm), en-suite shower room
• Bedroom 5: double bed (160x200cm), en-suite shower room
• Bedroom 6: double-twin beds (90/180x200cm), en-suite shower room

NB: A double-twin bedroom has two single beds that can either be joined together to create a double bed or left separate as two single beds.

Reduced Occupancy

During the shoulder seasons, Pura Vida has reduced prices for groups of up to 7 that only need up to 3 bedrooms. For this option, the Earth House will be closed off, the Main House will be available, its amenities and its grounds will remain at the complete disposal of guests.

Accommodation at Pura Vida is spread across two houses, the main house and the Earth House.

Inside the main house

the entrance to the main house leads in from a sheltered terrace to a gloriously panoramic, light-filled social space where the gently minimalist style and laid-back vibe of the property is on full show. White walls and ceilings, smooth grey flooring, and geometrical forms create a sense of space and calm. To one side is a robust wooden dining table and chairs, while straight ahead is a comfortably furnished living area with a pair of sink-in sofa and a decorative corner fireplace. A trio of glass French doors frame the views out to sea and provide easy access to the surrounding terraces.

A wide opening between the living and dining areas allows the space to flow into the fully equipped contemporary kitchen, which features a convivial island, a central island-bar, countertops and a backsplash in lustrous grey-and-white Aliveri marble, and a wall of floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors that bring in the views and allow seamless access to one of the dreamy al fresco dining areas.

At the end of the kitchen, a door opens into the principal suite, a generously proportioned and luxuriously finished space with a walk-through wardrobe, an en-suite shower room with double sinks, a sitting area with day bed (which can also become a single for a child) and a glass door accessing a sheltered terrace, and a double bedroom with decorative corner fireplace and a raised bed gazing out to sea via a pair of glass doors.

The remaining accommodation in the main house is accessed via a short corridor leading from the central social space. Here there are two more spacious bedrooms, both with en-suite shower rooms, and private terraces with sea views.

Inside the Earth House

situated around 20m from the main house, the Earth House accommodation in the Earth House is spread over two levels. Stylistically, it is in-keeping with the property as a whole.

Accessed from a terrace via floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors, the ground floor is home to an open-concept communal space with a comfortably furnished sitting area and a well-equipped kitchen with dining table, and the main bedroom, a double with en-suite shower room, sea views and terrace access.

A corridor leads from the living area past a guest loo to the stairs, at the top of which are two more luminous bedrooms:

• a double with en-suite shower room, sea views, and a shaded private terrace
• a double-twin with en-suite shower room, sea views, and a shaded private terrace

Accommodation at Pura Vida is completed by a well-equipped gym, situated between the main house and the Earth House.

Outside

Pura Vida has been designed to make the very most of its panoramic position looking down over the north of Paros and the sparkling blue Aegean Sea. All the rooms spill out onto panoramic terraces that wrap around the property, offering sun-kissed and well-shaded areas for al fresco diversion. Paths lead around the grounds, delimited by a wide variety of fragrant plants, flowers, whispering trees and ornamental grasses, and the effect is one of being immersed in a garden of delights. This is also true of the Earth House, which is topped by a carpet of greenery.

As with the interiors, Pura Vida’s outdoor spaces have a laid-back feel that encourages guests to unwind and enjoy the simple pleasures in life – gazing at the captivating views, lounging lazily, snoozing in the shade and gathering for convivial, carefree moments.

Along the sea-facing side of the main house, accessed from the living areas and the kitchen, is a panoramic terrace that’s home to a shaded al fresco dining area and an assortment of chairs.

The three bedrooms in the main house all open out onto their own private, sea-view areas.

This terrace flows down a few wide steps to arguably the highlight of the al fresco areas: the idyllic pool area. Sitting in pride of place is the irresistible, 15m-long pool, whose slightly angular form echoes that of the main terrace that envelops it. Flanking this serene expanse of cobalt water are sun loungers and a long, cane-shaded area with well-cushioned, built-in seating, and a large dining table served by a bar, a fridge, and a barbecue.

More wide steps lead down below the pool to another capacious, cushioned lounge area, which is the perfect spot for aperitifs and convivial after-dinner drinks.

A path of stepping stones leads from the edge of the pool area to the Earth House, which has its own al fresco areas. A sea-view terrace runs along the façade of the ground floor, while the two bedrooms on the upper floor both boast fabulously panoramic, shady, sea-view terraces.

Last but not least, especially for sports enthusiasts, is the half-size basketball court near the entrance to the property.

Due to the nature of the property, including terraces, low walls and several drops around the grounds, children must be supervised at all times.

An extra single bedroom in the main house is available on request. It is most suitable for a nanny or a child.

The master bedroom includes an adjoining room with a daybed for one person, separated by an open layout without doors.

Please note that due to the risk of wildfires, the use of fire pits and barbecues is restricted when the weather is windy or temperatures are high. This is particularly common in July and August. More information will be provided in your House Guide and via your local specialist.