Sifnos Stillness

Steps from Platy Gialos beach, this whitewashed Sifnos villa comes into its own on the shared veranda – a sweep of sea and hillside views where evenings slip by with wine in hand and village lights reflected on the water. Inside, the Cycladic interiors are calm and considered, with all you'll need to feel at home – including daily cleaning so you can fully switch off. The beach itself is one of the island's most beloved stretches of sand, and you're close enough to hear the waves from the terrace. Further afield, you'll find Kamares and Apollonia, making this a restful base for exploring everything Sifnos has to offer.

Home truths:
* The veranda is shared with other residences in the complex, so it's not a fully private outdoor space – worth keeping in mind if you're after seclusion.
* Daily housekeeping is included with your stay. Linens will be changed twice a week.
* While you can walk to the beach, we suggest hiring a car for adventures further afield. Parking is available on the premises.
* Sifnos has no airport, so you'll travel via Athens and then take a ferry from Piraeus to Kamares Port – roughly a two-hour crossing.