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Santhia

Chrisi Akti, Paros

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Where the garden becomes the sea

14 Guests

7 Bedrooms

8 Bathrooms

With its pleasing geometrical forms, its generously proportioned spaces, and its meticulous finish, Santhia is both a joy to behold and a delight to spend time in. For most villas, the fabulous pool and the glorious terraces that fan out around it would be the main highlights, but Santhia has much more up its sleeve, not least its garden gate access to an idyllic sandy beach.

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Keyholder highlights

  • IncludedA perfect blend of contemporary luxury and sophisticated design
  • IncludedA stunning 20m-long infinity pool
  • IncludedExpansive sea-view terraces
  • IncludedA short stroll to the golden sands of Chrisi Akti beach
  • IncludedExclusive private sun lounging area on the beach
  • IncludedIncredible outdoor sitting and BBQ space

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Santhia's "floating" wooden daybeds in the shallow end of the pool, and the views out to sea.

Santhia's "floating" wooden daybeds in the shallow end of the pool, and the views out to sea.

Santhia and its pool rising from its Mediterranean garden.

Santhia and its pool rising from its Mediterranean garden.

In the summer months (until early/mid September) Santhia has a few sunloungers on the beach below the garden.

In the summer months (until early/mid September) Santhia has a few sunloungers on the beach below the garden.

A stunning scene.

A stunning scene.

Santhia's clean contemporary lines seen from beside the superb pool.

Santhia's clean contemporary lines seen from beside the superb pool.

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Includes

  • IncludedSole use of the villa and the grounds
  • IncludedThe support of our Villa Specialists to help you select your perfect villa
  • IncludedThe 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
  • IncludedA Local Specialist to assist you during your stay and 24/7 emergency support
  • IncludedA comprehensive guide to your villa and its surrounding area, including our restaurant recommendations, cultural highlights and other activities
  • IncludedAn 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
  • IncludedThe ability to coordinate and share the details of your trip with your group via Your Account
  • IncludedAll sales taxes, electricity, gas, Wi-Fi, linen, bath towels, pool and/or beach towels
  • IncludedA daily cleaning service (up to 8 hours/day) and a mid-week linen change
  • IncludedDaily breakfast preparation

Excludes

  • Not IncludedFlights
  • Not IncludedCar hire
  • Not IncludedTransfers
  • Not IncludedMeals (unless otherwise specified)
  • Not IncludedThe Greek government’s Climate Resilience Levy - €15 per villa per night

Santhia is available exclusively through The Thinking Traveller

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The Area

Santhia is located on glorious sandy bay of Chrisi Akti in the southeast of Paros.

Within an easy walk are a selection of bars and tavernas, a minimarket and a well-known surf school and diving centre. Apart from the beach at the bottom of the garden, there are plenty more to try within an easy drive up or down the coast, including those at Punda, Logaros, Drios, Lolantonis, Glifa and Kalogeros, which has a healing mud bath.

For many people, Paros is the most authentic of the Cyclades. One of the larger islands, it has something for everyone, young or old, party-goers or culture-seekers, bourgeois or bohemian. Amongst its many attractions are buzzing little towns, myriad beaches, world-famous windsurfing conditions, gourmet restaurants, sleepy traditional villages with waterfront fish tavernas, religious, cultural and historical sites, and a vibrant nightlife scene.

Thanks to the relatively limited distances involved - the island measures less than 25km from north to south - it is easy to explore in full in a week or two, no matter where you're staying. Its mountainous hinterland, with peaks rising up to around 700m, is dotted with the occasional monastery and crisscrossed by old mule tracks. Down on the coast, meanwhile, there is an array of beautiful sandy beaches and idyllic coves, and a day or two spent on a boat exploring these is heartily recommended.

In terms of towns and villages, sleepy Marpissa, dreamy Lefkes and buzzing Parikia (the capital and main port) are just an, 9-, a 15-, and a 30-minute drive from Santhia. The first is a white-washed beauty that appears unchanged for centuries. It’s a pleasure to amble round its narrow streets, while a walk up to the monastery of St Anthony on the hill above offers spectacular views of the island. The second is great for walkers, thanks to a beautiful 4km-long Byzantine trail that leads over a hill to Prodromos village on the other side. The third is a vibrant little town gathered around a semi-enclosed bay that woos visitors with its sandy beaches, its many bars and tavernas, its archaeological museum, and its impressive Byzantine Church. Also nearby on the south coast is Aliki, which has a yachting marina and port for day cruises to Antiparos and other neighbouring islands.

In the north of the island is the picturesque village Naousa, whose little harbour, web of narrow streets flanked by shops and tavernas, and Venetian castle make it a pleasure to spend time in. Just across the bay from Naousa is idyllic Kolimpithres beach, renowned for its transparent waters and fascinating rock formations, while for those with an interest in history, a visit to the Mycenaean Acropolis is called for. Sitting atop a rocky scarp high above Kolimpithres, it was built way back in the 13th century BCE and offers not only insights into Paros's long history but also stunning views. It’s quite a walk to get up there, so you may wish to tackle it in the early morning or late afternoon when it’s not so hot.

Paros's most northerly tip, the Monastiri peninsula is given over to a protected park covering some 80 hectares of rocky, element-sculpted hills, hidden sandy beaches, walking trails, and undisturbed flora and fauna. It’s a great day out for nature lovers and hikers with the added bonus of an end-of-excursion swim in the sea.

Cultural tours are readily available on Paros, so not matter whether you wish to learn about Parikia's old town centre, the ancient marble quarries, or the unique island of Despotiko, you'll be able to delve into the island's history with ease. Children are well catered for too, and a trip to the butterfly nature reserve just north of the airport is good fun.

If all that wasn't enough, Paros's little sister, Antiparos, is just a 10-minute ferry ride across the water from nearby Pounta, making a little island hopping eminently possible.

Paros Airport:

16km-10miles-22mins

Athens Airport:

40-50mins to Piraeus Port, 3-5h (approx) ferry crossing to Paros Port + 26mins from Paros Port to villa

Nearest beaches (apart from the one at the bottom of the garden):

Punda - 3.4km-2.1miles-7mins; Logaras - 3.6km-2.3miles-7mins; Drios - 1.5km-0.9miles-4mins; Lolantonis - 5km-3miles-11mins; Glifa - 5.9km-3.7miles-11mins

Nearest shops, tavernas and amenities:

there is a selection of tavernas, bars and a minimarket within a 5- to 15-minute walk

Marpissa:

5.1km-3.2miles-9mins

Parikia (the capital of Paros):

20.4km-12.7miles-30mins

Lefkes:

10.3km-6.4miles-15mins

Naousa:

16.6km-10.3miles-25mins

The Mycenean Acropolis:

18.6km-11.6miles-30mins

Antiparos:

20.4km-12.7miles-25mins (to the port of Pounta) + a 10-minute crossing

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From the Guest Book

Read the insightful reviews from travellers who have experienced this villa and our service firsthand.

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Santhia has a great location, great views and is close to a beach and amenities (water sports and tavernas). The villa has great communal space and an awesome swimming pool. Everything at Santhia went according to plan, and was as advertised.

PP August 2024

Our stay at Santhia was a five-star experience, the best vacation yet. Over the years, I have rented a lot of different houses in many different countries. And I can honestly say Santhia was absolutely the best. The house itself was gorgeous, the staff was amazing, the views were unbelievable, and it was an incredibly relaxing vacation for three different families. It would be hard for me to pick my favorite moment. Perhaps it was our night of arrival when the chef did an opening dinner outside for us. We will never forget that evening. It could also have been every morning when I walked out to the pool, where a member of the staff would hand me a cappuccino and I got to sit there and look out over the ocean and drink my morning coffee. It was absolutely a spectacular vacation.

AP June 2024

Santhia is in a great location right on the water with incredible views. The villa is very well maintained. Great staff - incredibly helpful and responsive. We had a wonderful trip.

SS July 2024

5 out of 5 for Santhia.

AV, Switzerland June 2022

We were very happy with Santhia and the location. The staff at the house were very friendly and kept the property well maintained.

HG, United States of America June 2022

Santhia was very good. The housekeeping was also very good, and the chef was excellent and professional - highly recommended.

Verified guest, August 2022

Excellent

4.7/5

942 Reviews