Essence

• Bedroom 1: double bed (180x200cm), en-suite shower room and al fresco tub
• Bedroom 2: double-twin bed (90/180x200cm), en-suite shower room
• Bedroom 3: double-twin bed (90/180x200cm), en-suite shower room
• Bedroom 4: double-twin bed (90/180x200cm), en-suite shower room
• Bedroom 5: double-twin bed (90/180x200cm), en-suite shower room
• Bedroom 6: double-twin bed (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.

Inside

accommodation at Essence is laid out over three floors.

The impressive main entrance leads into a generously proportioned and fabulously luminous, open-concept communal area, where guests are introduced to the property's contemporary aesthetics.

Two walls of fully retractable floor-to-ceiling windows allow the space to flow outside while at the same time framing the awe-inspiring views over the bay of Agios Nikolaos and the ultramarine waters of the Ionian Sea. Four white pillars hold aloft expansive white ceilings dotted with integrated lighting, and sandy-hued floors add to the serene atmosphere. Partial feature walls in local white stone and honeyed wood combine with marble pieces and soft furnishings to bring textural diversity. Each of these design features reappear throughout the property, creating a pleasing stylistic homogeneity.

At the centre of the communal space is an extremely capacious, multi-dimensional modern sofa, while to the right, an uncluttered kitchen with a mix of white and soft-hued wooden cabinetry runs along two walls. Nestled behind the sofa, is a dark-grey metal dining table that's perfect for easy breakfasts. 

An opening near the front door leads to a small landing, from where two flights of stairs lead up to the first floor and down to the lower level.

The first floor is home to four bedrooms, all accessed from a long corridor with a stone-clad wall running along one side:

• the principal bedroom, a double-aspect double with a walk-through shower room, separate WC, sea views and access to the swim-up pool, both to the front terrace and to the side, where there is a terrace with a panoramic, al fresco tub
• three double-twins with en-suite shower rooms, sea views and access to a private section of the unique swim-up infinity pool that runs along the entire façade of the first floor

Accommodation at Essence is completed on the lower floor, where an art-lined corridor leads to:

• two double-twin bedrooms with en-suite shower rooms
• a communal space with a pool table, a large, comfy sofa and a home cinema
• a wine cellar

There is also a well-equipped gym down a few stairs from the lower-floor corridor. 

Outside

Essence's extensive al fresco areas provide plenty of opportunities for relaxation, lazy time, convivial fun, and solo moments. Divine views of the bay of Agios Nikolaos and the sparkling sea spread out in front of you, setting the scene for your holiday.

A series of glass doors in the communal, open-concept space on the ground floor open out onto a large L-shaped terrace that wraps around two sides of the house. Close to the kitchen, and secluded by stone walls, is a well-shaded dining area with a long metal table.  A step down from here is a decked area hosting a sofa and a collection of easy chairs and sun loungers. 

Delimiting this space is the sensational main infinity pool, which extends for over 21m along the front of the house. At the far end, four semi-submerged loungers provide an enticing solution for anyone wishing to cool off in style. Above the pool, partly shaded by a cantilevered extension of the ground floor's ceiling, is the second part of the L-shaped terrace, which is furnished with a selection of comfy chairs.

A little bridge at the end of this terrace leads over the pool and a shallow paddling area to a sunken, built-in sitting are with plenty of cushions and a central fire-pit. Finally, looking out to sea is a fabulous hydromassage pool.

The first-floor bedrooms all open out onto the property's most ingenious feature: instead of a terrace, there is a long, slender, 28m-long infinity swim-up pool with four "floating" islands furnished with comfy double daybeds, one for each bedroom. Anyone gazing out to sea from here while enjoying the sun can simply slip into the pool to cool off or have an impromptu swim.

The water from this swim-up infinity pool, which extends around the side of the house to join the main bedroom's private terrace with al fresco bathtub, cascades down a tiled wall to a shallow pool, which in turn connects to the main pool (remember that little bridge mentioned above).

The extensive coastal grounds that surround three sides of Essence have been planted with local flora to create a naturalistic backdrop to the property.

Due to the nature of the property, which includes terraces, low walls, several drops around the grounds, and direct access to one of the infinity pools from the first-floor bedrooms, children must be supervised at all times.

Essence features two fantastic infinity pools. There is a drop off the infinity sides so we recommend children are supervised at all times when using the pools. Please refer to our general safety page if you would like more information about infinity pools.

The pools have a single depth of 1.4m

The number of steps that must be negotiated to get into and/or around this property might make it unsuitable for people with limited mobility.

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.