Villa Sapheiros Greece

Boasting an exclusive, spectacular seafront position in Kanalia, Villa Sapheiros is always a very popular pick with visitors taking a holiday in Mykonos. Villa Sapheiros’ stunning architecture, fabulously unique wooden furnishings, indoor and outdoor swimming pools and  glorious outdoor space are very hard to beat. The villa’s seven unique bedroom suites are arty, super cool and supremely comfortable, all offering dressing areas and stunning ensuite bathrooms. Guests can lounge on double daybeds that perch in the pool admiring the sensational views of Mykonos Town with its picturesque windmills while listening to the soothing lapping of the turquoise sea. The villa boasts numerous stunning alfresco lounge and dining areas where you can enjoy sundowners, delicious feasts and beautiful sunsets.
The dazzling island of Mykonos, ultra-popular with rich and famous partygoers, is famous for its vibrant, cosmopolitan nightlife. It is also profoundly beautiful, sprinkled with sugar-cube white buildings accentuated with vibrant blue doors and shutters and picturesque windmills. This magical island boasts an interesting history and wonderful cultural experiences, a fantastic array of label laden boutiques, stunning sandy beaches and a fabulous dining scene. The mega popular area of Kanalia enjoys an exclusive, prestigious location, just two minutes from the fabulous Ornos Beach and just a little further from Mykonos Town.
The craftsmanship within Villa Sapheiros is simply astounding. Throughout you will find beautiful wooden cabinetry, unique, handmade wooden furniture, charming wooden ceilings and gorgeous wooden accessories. Against polished plastered walls, neutral tiled and polished concrete flooring and other natural finishes, all in calm colour palettes, the wood looks magnificent. The villa carries a laid-back ambience despite its luxuries. There are so many relaxation zones, it would be hard to use them all during your week. Every room in Villa Sapheiros is incredibly spacious and the flow between the different spaces is just brilliant.
The main living space is perfectly positioned to enjoy the wonderful panoramic views over the sea to Mykonos Town. The beautiful wood and upholstered sofa and chairs sit in front of a huge picture window. Just to the side is an elegant dining area with the same views and a super trendy dining suite. Tucked around the corner is a stunning television area with a large wall-mounted Smart television, a fabulous corner sofa and yet more beautiful wooden furniture. Double doors open from these spaces to one of your many terraces. The impressive wooden kitchen boasts an outstanding range of black appliances, all looking super stylish.
The upper level of the villa is home to three highly impressive bedroom suites, all with stunning furnishings and including beautiful dressing areas and superb ensuite bathrooms. Two of these bedrooms are in the main house and one is an independent suite with its own entrance. The bedrooms are heavenly havens, all very individual with some quirky features and most opening to a terrace with gorgeous sea vistas. Every bathroom is full of plastered curves, striking stone sinks and walk-in showers. Every guest will be happy with their space.
The remaining four bedrooms are located on the lower level, again all with dressing areas and fabulous ensuite bathrooms. Guests sleep in their comfy designer beds in crisp white linen with wonderful garden, terrace or sea views. The lower level is also home to a fantastic indoor swimming pool and lounge area. How blissful to enjoy an early morning swim or a late evening one in this exquisite, serene spa area!
Guests staying at Villa Sapheiros enjoy many magical alfresco spots on different levels of the villa. The villa is just 100 metres from the sea so the turquoise blue views are immensely captivating. Outside the main living space is a wonderful lounge terrace with excellent built-in seating covered in plush grey cushions, handmade coffee tables, sun loungers and a hammock. An attractive canopy sits above the main seating area offering shade. Another terrace is home to a stunning shaded alfresco dining area. It also boasts some built-in seating as well as a handmade dining table and trendy chairs. The stunning pergola, exposed stone walls and hanging lighting make it a delightful spot for cocktails and supper. On the lower level you will find the glorious swimming pool that enjoys its overwater day beds as well as many quality loungers and parasols. To the side of the pool is yet another alfresco lounge and dining space with a similar pergola and atmospheric stone walls. The selection of entertainment spaces in Villa Sapheiros is endless. You can enjoy the company of the group while listening to your favourite tracks on the sound system or you may want to find a quiet spot to enjoy your holiday read. Wherever you choose, your sofa, lounger or hammock will be of the very best quality.
If you can bring yourselves to leave this exquisite haven, the joys Psarou, Ornos, St John and Agios Stefanos beaches are all waiting, as are the other delights of this beautiful party island. Mykonos certainly adds a touch of glamour to the Greek Islands. This fabulous island is brimming with gorgeous white sandy beaches, most offering buzzy beach bars and watersports. It also boasts a long list of nightclubs, a wonderful array of fine dining restaurants, vibrant cocktail bars, classy boutiques and charming whitewashed villages. It is little wonder that Mykonos is a celeb mecca akin to Ibiza and Miami.
The island’s beaches range from wide sandy stretches covered with top-of-the-range loungers and parasols and offering watersports and lively beach bars to quieter coves. Elia, Ornos, Psarou, Paraga, Paradise, Kalafatis and Plati Gialos are all firm favourites. Guests staying at Villa Sapheiros can be on Ornos Beach in moments. It is one of Mykonos’ trendiest beaches offering many places to eat and is a frequent stop for many boats and yachts. Elia Beach, on the south coast of the island, boasts Mykonos’ longest sweep of sand. The rainbow flag at the end of the beach marks its LGBT stretch of sand. Paradise Beach and Super Paradise Beaches, also on the south coast and not at all far from the villa, are the home of some of the island’s most famous nightclubs.
You can see Mykonos Town from the villa. It is an enchanting warren of narrow lanes covered in bougainvillea. Lined with picturesque churches, quirky art galleries, chic boutiques, jewellery shops and charming restaurants, visitors love an afternoon meander. The town’s museums, the Archaeological Museum and the Aegean Martime Museum, are worth a stop. The ethereal beauty of Little Venice is a favourite haunt of highly acclaimed artists and Instagram followers. It is one of the most romantic places on the island with elegant old houses sitting on the edge of the sea creating a magical aura and an abundance of buzzy bars.
Tourlos is located on the north side of the island, just 2.5km from Mykonos Town. It enjoys a magnificent port, a stop for many cruise ships, and a smart harbour. The houses are freshly painted with colourful shutters and draped in vibrant bougainvillea and other pretty flowers. Many celebrities have chosen to build luxury villas here. The Chapel of St George Spilianos, north of the harbour, is delightful. It is built into the cavity of a rock with a lovely ambience and where you can light a candle. Tourlos boasts a magical, organised beach with watersports.
As well as being a party lover and boutique shoppers paradise, Mykonos is a whitewashed, Grecian gem with lush hillsides waiting to be explored.  Ano Mera is very charming and the Panagia Tourlaina and Paleokastro Monasteries are centuries old buildings worth a visit. You really must hire a car and tour the island or take an excursion to discover it allAt Excellence Luxury Villas we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the
concierge request form or contact Excellence Luxury Villas Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
– Maid service/extra cleaning- Private chef/cook/catering- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge- Local day-trips or tours- Airport pick-up/drop-off- Babysitting/childcare services
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfill your requests!