Watch the sky change colours at this beautifully appointed villa overlooking the Aegean Sea. It combines traditional Cycladic architecture – most notably the stone walls and whitewashed exterior – with sleek and modern touches throughout the home. We particularly like the stylish chill-out and lounge spaces that simply call out for entertaining friendly get-togethers and family reunions.

Encouraging indoor-outdoor living, there's an incredible sense of openness throughout the communal areas of the home when the balcony and patio doors are thrown open, inviting the calm sea breeze to enter in. We love the glossy furnishings, grey and blue colour palette and nautical decorative details that create a sophisticated yet light and beachy feel to the villa.

While we adore the bright and airy interiors, we reckon you'll be spending most of your time lazing the hours away outside on the expansive terrace, complete with a summer kitchen, sun loungers and enough comfortable seating for the entire group. Spend hot afternoons swimming in the pool and enjoying alfresco meals under the shaded pergola. Days end with a cocktail in the comfort of a hanging egg chair, watching the sunset over this achingly picturesque landscape.

After a great night's sleep in the quiet bedrooms and waking up to soothing sea views for as far as the eye can see, pack your seaside essentials and take the five-minute drive to Otzais Beach. Stretch out on the soft sand before finding a seafront taverna to whet your appetite.

Home truths:
*We recommend hiring a car for getting around the island independently – there's plenty of parking space at the villa
*This is a two-level villa so it might not be suitable for those with reduced mobility
*Pool maintenance will be carried out throughout your stay
*Your host provides a baby cot on request
*A cleaning service is carried out once a week, which includes a change of linen
*You may see a gardener who comes in occasionally to keep things trimmed and neat
*The hose welcomes you at the Port of Kea