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Slow-living in a spacious, lovely Villa & in walking distance from the beach

Villa with free breakfast, a short walk to Santorini Caldera

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Arcana's famous & delicious homemade breakfast is served daily at your terrace
Arcana is just a few steps away from Akrotiri's caldera
Exterior aspect of Arcana Villa I in winter
Exterior aspect of Arcana Villa I in summer
Exterior aspect of Arcana Villa I in summer

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Akrotiri, South Aegean
  • Place, Athinios Port
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Perivolos Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Ancient Thira
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Thira (JTR-Santorini National)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Common area 1

2 Double Futons

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Slow-living in a spacious, lovely Villa & in walking distance from the beach

Arcana Santorini Villas is a complex of two fully equipped, independent Villas in a 1000 sq. metre stand alone terrain. Just a breath away from Santorini's caldera, Arcana Villas are surrounded by vineyards and are located 10 mins walking distance from the traditional village of Akrotiri.

Arcana Santorini Villas personifies everything that is heartwarming, generous, loving and embraces all the simple yet wondrous little things that one may appreciate in life.

For large groups of friends and families: In the case that you are a group of 7 people+ please contact us so we can see if there is availability to reserve both Villas so your group can stay together and at the same time appreciate privacy and ultimate comfort!

Arcana Villa I, is a wonderful, spacious open planned Villa that covers in total 129 square metres and is composed of 2 separate bedrooms (2 King Size beds), a fully equipped kitchen, two bathrooms and a living room/dining space in which one may find two sofa-beds. Over its outdoor spaces one may find a charming terrace and a beautiful garden, a pergola and a dining space in which our guests can enjoy Arcana's homemade delicacies and authentic gastronomy.

Our professional and friendly team is here to provide a tailored-made service, so you can be introduced to the authentic side of Santorini. We propose a stay that will give you the opportunity to explore and fathom the wondrous and rare beauties of the Cycladic nature, history, culture, architecture and tradition. Please feel free to let us know what kind of a holiday you are envisioning so we can direct you to the right places!

Arcana Santorini Villas is the ideal starting point for families or groups of friends who want to explore the island but to also relax and enjoy a "homelike" holiday feeling. We propose a wide variety of activities so you can make the best out of your stay on Santorini: some include: fishing, sailing, SUP, kayaking, hiking, horse riding, cycling, wine tasting and much more!

Greek Gastronomy at Arcana:

Discover the authentic greek and local cuisine by letting us introduce you to all the unique delicacies that define it! Our certified and well experienced cook and owner of "Arcana Santorini Villas", Neela will amaze you with her culinary specialties! Embrace yourselves to try out (we dare to say) the most delicious homemade breakfast that you have ever had in your lives!

If one evening you would like to relax at your Villa, we are happy to let you know that we also provide a variety of daily special and mouthwatering platters that derive from the mediterranean and greek cuisine.

Let Arcana's wonderful stuff indulge you: we set a wonderful table and we prepare such a heart-warming atmosphere at your private terrace that will make your heart bloom! Fresh fish, crustaceans, melting bits of slow cooked veal, Neela's famous "soutzoukakia" and her "Coq au Vin" will steal your heart!

If you try out Arcana's gastronomy you should definitely combine it with our recommendations on Santorini's local wine varieties of Assyrtiko, Aidani and Athyri that grow at the vineyards of the caldera of Santorini.

At Arcana one thing is for sure: we will share with you all those little secrets that will make your visit and stay on Santorini simply breathtaking!

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Amenities

Hot tub
Breakfast included
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Guests have bear responsibility for their pets
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number 1235405

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

About the area

Santorini

Located in Santorini, this villa is in a rural area and near the beach. Ancient Thira and Oia Castle are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Santorini Caldera and Perivolos Beach. Lost Atlantis Experience Museum and Tramonto ad Oia are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
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Akrotiri, South Aegean

What's nearby

  • Santo Wines - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Vlychada Beach - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Athinios Port - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Perivolos Beach - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Ancient Thira - 16 min drive - 9.5 km

Getting around

  • Thira (JTR-Santorini National) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Spartakos Restoraunt - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Santo Wines - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Γρηγόρης Παραδοσιακός Φούρνος - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Raki - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Makis Cafe - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Slow-living in a spacious, lovely Villa & in walking distance from the beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Slow-living in a spacious, lovely Villa & in walking distance from the beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Slow-living in a spacious, lovely Villa & in walking distance from the beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Slow-living in a spacious, lovely Villa & in walking distance from the beach located?

Situated near the beach, this villa is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Santorini Caldera and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Perivolos Beach. Lost Atlantis Experience Museum and Gavalas Vineyard are also within 2 miles (3 km).

About the host

Hosted by Anastasia Parava

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Having the advantage of deriving from this wondrous island and following a 20 year professional experience in the faculty of tourism, gastronomy & hospitality services, we have acquired a wisdom and a particular philosophy that revolves around everything that is heartwarming, welcoming and generous in life.

Arcana Santorini Villas is a family-run business and everything that unravels around it, is simply magic. Every single detail is carried out with love, genuine care, personalized attention and professionalism. We perform with respect to our guests' need to relax, to enjoy an authentic holiday and with a parallel heartfelt commitment to the cycladic traditions and to the land of our ancestors.

Why they chose this property

Arcana Santorini Villas are here to accommodate the needs of travellers that wish to fathom and to explore the authentic side of Santorini island. True to the concept of Greek hospitality, “philoxenia” as narrated by Homer in Odyssey and zealots of the Cycladic culture, nature, architecture and tradition, as well as lovers of greek gastronomy, we are by your side to provide our expertise and thorough knowledge so you can experience a holiday of a lifetime.

By its definition Philoxenia in greek means 'Love for the traveller / foreigner" and this is what we want to honor through our hospitality services and holiday experiences' recommendations.

So, if your heart is looking forward to enjoy a unique holiday experience on the island of Santorini, Arcana Santorini Villas is just the beginning!

What makes this property unique

We propose a stay that will not only recharge your batteries, but it will also give you the opportunity to explore and fathom the wondrous and rare beauties of the Cycladic nature, history, culture, architecture and tradition.

We introduce you to the authentic greek and local cuisine by discovering all the unique delicacies that define it!
We invite you to try out our delicious homemade breakfast, homemade greek pies and freshly baked cakes, our homemade marmalades and french crepes, omelettes and delicious souffles, a variety of local greek cheese and other salty and sweet flavors that rotate daily!

Let us indulge you with our mouthwatering greek/mediterranean recipes and homemade dinners, served at your private terrace. "Coq au vin", "soutzoukakia" and our chef's extraordinary veal with fresh herbs and lemon sauce are few among many of Arcana's delicious dishes that will simply blow your mind away!

Languages:

English, French, Italian, Spanish, Greek