Description Sea Salt & Cypress Trees: Naxos

Perched 200 metres from the Aegean shore, this white-walled Cycladic villa is built around the quiet pleasure of being outside. The private pool sits within a wild garden of lavender, rosemary, and cypress, and the living space opens directly onto it via large sliding doors – so the line between inside and out barely registers. Timber-beamed alfresco dining and natural stone architecture give the villa a rooted, unhurried feel. Plaka Beach is a short stroll away, and when you're ready to retreat, both bedrooms offer calm and open sea views to wake up to.

Home truths:
* If you're travelling with little ones, your host can provide a cot and high chair for your stay. You'll need to request them in advance.
* You're within walking distance of Plaka Beach, beach bars, restaurants, and mini markets – no car needed for day-to-day essentials.