This gorgeous whitewashed Cycladic home is all soft curves and natural textures – the type of place that’s canonised in glossy design magazines. Outside, a bow-shaped infinity pool drops into Ftelia Bay – to which you have direct access via steps that lead from the lower terrace down to the beach. On the terrace above, we can imagine you cooking Greek feasts in the summer kitchen, with its long dining table and bamboo-clad pergola. Unwind with a tot of ouzo on the alfresco lounge set, surrounded by the sounds of chill-out tracks coming from the outdoor sound system. Inside, the rooms are finished with crisp white walls and neutral shades of grey and taupe. The bedrooms are cosy and inviting, with comfy double beds dressed in high-quality linens. And that’s not to mention the views – waking up to the sight of the Aegean through French doors is beyond compare.

Home truths:
*A housekeeper tends to the property daily, linens are changed every three days and towels every two
*A staff room with bunk beds is available on the lower level for an additional fee
*A car is recommended here, and there is onsite parking