With a garden gate to the sea
14 Guests
7 Bedrooms
9 Bathrooms
With one foot in the charming little seafront village of Finikas, and one foot out, stylish Oktana offers a little bit of something for everyone. Spend days relaxing by the pool, gazing out to sea from the generous terraces, and strolling down through the gardens for a swim in the idyllic bay below. Then, as the sun sets, saunter into town for a drink on the marina and dinner in a seafront taverna. For many of our clients, this is the perfect mix.
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Keyholder highlights
- Garden gate access to a secluded bay
- Sublime sea views
- Irresistible L-shaped infinity pool
- Tiered coastal gardens
- Easy walk to tavernas, bars, shops and beaches
Gallery
Gorgeous views out to sea from the terrace between the pool and the al fresco dining area and kitchen.
The main house and the Bay of Finikas seen from one of the guest rooms.
A continuum of blue, from the infinity pool to the sea.
The secluded al fresco dining area and kitchen seen from the pool terrace.
Two gates at the bottom of the tiered gardens open out onto this divine little bay.
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
- The opportunity to book additional services, including car hire, in-villa cook, and wellness treatments (subject to availability)
Excludes
- Flights
- Car hire
- Transfers
- The cost of ingredients and beverages for specified meals, payable locally
- The Greek government’s Climate Resilience Levy - €15 per villa per night
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The Area
Oktana sits on the southwest coast of Syros just a 5-minute walk from the village of Finikas, which has a little marina, a sandy beach, and a good selection of cafés, bars, tavernas and a couple of minimarkets. Also within easy walking distance - about 7 minutes - is the beach of Kokkina.
Beautiful Cycladic Syros was once an important commercial hub, a stepping stone between Asia Minor and the western Mediterranean. Its capital, the busy port of Hermoupolis, was founded in the 1820s during the Greek War of Independence and named after Hermes, the Greek god of commerce.
Hermoupolis prospered as its stature as a vibrant entrepot for trade and shipping grew. Merchants and entrepreneurs transformed the town into a highly desirable place to live and do business. Well-off traders and the upper classes built graceful homes and impressive neo-classical civic buildings, many of which survive today, such as the town hall on the main square, and the Apollo Municipal Theatre, a mini replica of La Scala di Milano. Crowding around the harbour, houses rise up two hills, each one topped with an impressive church - one catholic, Agios Giorgios, and one Greek Orthodox, the Resurrection of Christ. It's a very pleasant, historic town with an important industrial heritage, plenty of things to see and do, and a good selection of cafés, bars, restaurants and shops.
Today, Syros is considered the capital of the Cyclades and it's a popular destination for families and those looking for a laid-back vibe without mass tourism. There are numerous lovely beaches scattered around the coast, particularly in the south close to Oktana. Apart from Finikas and Kokkina (mentioned at the beginning), these include Voulgari, Galissa and Megalos Gialos.
