Swept Away

This alluring villa is the perfect marriage of Cycladic charm and modern living. Sunlight spills into the sleek living area, which is minimal, chic and styled with woven baskets and marble floors. It all feels very natural and cool – in fact, the design is inspired by the wild Tinos scenery outside – but with a fully-equipped kitchen, air conditioning and fast wifi, you certainly won't lack contemporary comforts.

If we had to pick a favourite feature, we'd choose the patio. With views like that, how can it not be incredible? Sit back and relax with a glass of wine as the tides ebb and flow in the Aegean Sea. The dazzling infinity pool calls for afternoon swims and evening dips under the starry night sky – you'll feel like you've been swept away in the waves – while the balcony off the main bedroom is the perfect spot to enjoy a cup of coffee as the sun comes up.

When you fancy venturing out (not that we'd blame you if you'd rather stay home), the village of Pyrgos is less than a ten-minute drive. Vathi Beach's rocky shores are perfect for swimming – it's about fifteen minutes on foot – and the vibrant town of Tinos is drivable in thirty-five if you want to pick up the pace. Airport transfer, daily cleaning and breakfast are all included with your stay – sounds like a perfect holiday to us.

Home truths:
*Two guests will sleep on sofa beds in the living space
*There's an outdoor shower, where you can rinse off after swimming in the pool
*A cot can be provided on request
*The dining table can double as a laptop-friendly workspace
*Included with your stay is breakfast, daily cleaning, a laundry service and airport transfer