A hillside retreat above the sea
8 Guests
5 Bedrooms
5 Bathrooms
Emerging discreetly for a hillside midway up the west coast of Tinos, and gazing out across the Aegean Sea towards the neighbouring island of Syros, Nobelia is a charming, contemporary villa in which to unwind, relax and live the good life. Shady and sun-kissed terraces wrap around the property, offering ample space for everyone to find their perfect spot and come together for gregarious, fun-filled times. The 15m-long infinity pool is the icing on the cake.
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Keyholder highlights
- Full service, including cook
- Hypnotic sea views
- Exquisite blend of elegance and sophistication
- Panoramic 15m-long infinity pool
- Extensive terraces
- Sunsets on tap
Gallery
Nobelia's sleek contemporary façade rising above its gorgeous 15m-long infinity pool.
Magical views from the terrace outside the living and dining area.
One of the sleeping wings with the pool and the communal hub behind.
One of two al fresco dining areas to the side of the communal hub.
A wall of fully extendable sliding glass doors in the communal hub blurs the lines between indoors and out.
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
- Access to our in-villa wine delivery service – choose from our handpicked menu of the best regional wines and find them waiting for you at your villa
- A daily cleaning service (up to 6 hours per day) and a mid-week linen change
- Daily breakfast preparation
- Cook service, 6 days per week for either lunch or dinner
Excludes
- Flights
- Car hire
- Transfers
- Cost of ingredients, wine and other beverages for meals
- The Greek government’s Climate Resilience Levy - €15 per villa per night
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The Area
Nobelia rises on a rocky promontory midway up Tinos's west coast. The surrounding coastline is home to a series of lovely beaches, including those at Agios Petros, Kalivia (both walkable in about 15-to-20 minutes), Giannaki, and Agios Romanos (these last two also have tavernas). The island’s capital, Tinos Town, is just 25 minutes’ drive away, and it is here that you will find all the amenities you might require, from minimarkets and banks to petrol stations and chemists’. It’s a gentle place, with a weave of pretty streets, a good selection of tavernas, and a bustling port. Arguably the star of the show is the church of Panagía Evangelístria, one of the most important pilgrimage sites in the Greek Orthodox world. Built in 1830 in florid renaissance style, it houses an icon of the Virgin Mary that is said to have performed numerous miracles.
Measuring just 27km long and 13km wide, Tinos is easy to explore in a week or two. The west coast is a series of little coves, many of which have little sandy beaches , and a day or two exploring these by boat is highly recommended, also because some are difficult to access on foot or by car. Longer stretches of sand can be found at Agios Fokas and Laouti on the south coast below Tinos Town.
The interior of Tinos is mountainous and home to a liberal scattering of pretty whitewashed villages, such as Pyrgos (Panormos), Steni, Dio Choria, Komi, Ysternia, Tripotamos and Skalados. Many of these have their origins in Byzantine and Venetian times and it is no coincidence that they were all built at a safe distance from the sea. The rocky landscape is also home to numerous intricately designed dovecots and cylindrical windmills, both architectural traditions introduced by the Venetians, who ruled the island between the 13th and the early 18th century.
The most northerly quarter of Tinos is largely uninhabited, but there is a curious profusion of churches and chapels. The simple roads that connect them are interesting to explore on foot or bike, and one really has the feeling of being off the beaten track.
The highest point of the island is the mountain of Tsiknias, which stands at 750m, but arguably the most interesting peak is the jagged stone cone of Exomvourgo (641m). It was here that the Venetians built an impregnable fortress that was never vanquished, despite numerous attempts by Ottoman forces. It only fell into Ottoman hands in 1715, when the governor surrendered, an act of treachery that enraged La Serenissima so much that he was sentenced to life imprisonment on his return home.
Lastly, if you wish to indulge in a little island-hopping, frequent ferry services connect Tinos Town to Mykonos. Crossings take just 22-35mins, meaning that it’s perfectly viable to go for a day trip.
