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On The Rocks - The Main House - Serviced Villa

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Swimming Pool
Living Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Ios, South Aegean
  • Place, Church of Panagia Gremniotissa
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Yialos Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Mylopotas Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

On The Rocks - The Main House - Serviced Villa

The Main House is a spacious Cycladic-style villa, set within the On The Rocks gated estate, a small, family-run estate on a peaceful hillside in Ios.

Designed for up to 10 guests, the villa features a private infinity pool, landscaped gardens and uninterrupted sunset views over the Aegean Sea. Its elevated setting offers both privacy and a strong sense of space, ideal for families or groups of friends.

Located just a 5-minute walk from the unspoiled Valmas Beach and 15 minutes from Chora, the villa combines a quiet, relaxed setting with easy access to the island’s restaurants, bars and shops.

The Villa:
The Main House is a fully private residence with its own entrance, terraces, outdoor lounge areas and balconies.

Guests have exclusive use of:
Large private infinity swimming pool
Landscaped gardens and olive grove
Multiple outdoor dining and seating areas
BBQ and traditional wood-fired pizza oven
Sunset terraces and relaxed seating areas
Lawn areas and pétanque court
Path to Valmas Beach

The layout provides generous shared spaces for dining and socialising, along with quieter areas to relax throughout the day.

What’s Included:
- Daily Housekeeping
Cleaning, bed making, fresh towels every other day, and linen changes twice weekly.
- Welcome Refreshments
A generous arrival setup with fresh fruit, homemade cake, snacks, tea and coffee, plus a stocked fridge with water, wine, beer and soft drinks.
- Concierge Support
Personalised recommendations and assistance throughout your stay—available when needed, while respecting your privacy.

Comfort & Quality:
The villa is equipped to ensure a comfortable and restful stay:
Premium Coco-Mat sleep systems with adjustable comfort
Pillow selection to suit different preferences
100% Egyptian cotton bed linen
Natural Apivita toiletries made in Greece

Location:
Valmas Beach – 5-minute walk
Chora (main town) – 15-minute walk
Easy access to restaurants, bars and shops

The villa is set in a quiet hillside area above Valmas Beach, one of the most peaceful and unspoiled beaches on Ios. The location offers a balance between relaxation and easy access to the island’s livelier areas.

Access & Additional Information:
- Guests have full and exclusive access to the villa, swimming pool and gardens. There are no shared spaces with other guests.
- Suitable for families and groups (maximum 10 guests)
- Daily housekeeping included
- Welcome refreshments provided on arrival
- Due to the hillside setting, there are steps around the property
- Events or parties are not permitted without prior agreement

About Us:
We are a family-run property and take pride in offering a personal, high-standard experience. We enjoy welcoming our guests and sharing local knowledge, while fully respecting your privacy and space
No additional overnight guests
No smoking inside the house
Quiet hours after 23:00 (respect for neighbours and peaceful setting)
Minimum age 21 unless accompanied by responsible adults

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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

We welcome children.

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Events

No events allowed

Parties and events have to be pre-agreed.

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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Provided they are well behaved and under control

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Remove personal items

Return the keys

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

No additional overnight guests No smoking inside the house Quiet hours after 23:00 (respect for neighbours and peaceful setting) Minimum age 21 unless

All guests should behave responsibly observe all safety instructions round the pool and garden and read carefully the instructions in the house manual

We do not allow loud noise after midnight, we expect respectful behaviour towards our staff and neighbours.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 1095613
Property # 8933280
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
Note from host: Parties and events have to be pre-agreed.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Ios

Located in Ios, this villa is on the waterfront. Skarkos and Homer's Tomb are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ios Ferry Port and Tzamaria Beach. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as scuba diving.
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Ios, South Aegean

What's nearby

  • Church of Panagia Gremniotissa - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Yialos Beach - 13 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Skarkos - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Tzamaria Beach - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Mylopotas Beach - 4 min drive - 3.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Agora Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Fun Pub - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Τhai Smile - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pousaios Rakomela - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rehab - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does On The Rocks - The Main House - Serviced Villa have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is On The Rocks - The Main House - Serviced Villa pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at On The Rocks - The Main House - Serviced Villa?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at On The Rocks - The Main House - Serviced Villa?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at On The Rocks - The Main House - Serviced Villa?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is On The Rocks - The Main House - Serviced Villa located?

This family-friendly Ios villa is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Church of Panagia Gremniotissa and Odysseas Elytis Theatre. Kolitsáni and Yialos Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Piotr J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place and hosts!

This is probably one of the nicest places I have ever stayed in. The view is just perfect and the villa itself is very clean and decorated in a very tasteful way. The hosts were amazing, very friendly and provided us daily with breakfast bread, pastries and water. The villa is about 15 minute walk from the Chora center which has its downsides but it also makes it a very calm retreat that we loved in the mornings after going out in the night. I highly recommend this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2022
Dear Piotr, Thank you for your kind words!! It was a pleasure meeting you and we hope to welcome you back sometime in the future. Kind regards, Emmanuela Pantelirei
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10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect in every way!

Property was superb and very large. Property manager and staff were exceptional. The daily baked goods were over the top. Home was furnished with everything you would need including a fully functioning kitchen. Washer was a plus! Absolutely incredible views and location. Easy to get around. Short walk into town. Taxis were easy to call. We did a family (8) trip and would return. Everything was splendid! Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Eccellent

Excellent
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy F.

Beautiful villa and gracious hosts

We rented the five bedroom villa for a group of nine friends and loved it. Our hosts were very welcoming as they arranged for transportation from the port and had a lovely snack ready for us when we arrived at the villa. The villa was well maintained with exceptional bedding, linens and kitchen setup. We were very comfortble and felt pampered as everything is provided including luxurious toiletries. We had a large private pool and terrace to enjoy the beautiful gardens that surround the villa. Ios is a wonderful place to visit and the views from the villa were unparalleled. Even though the area was experiencing high winds, we enjoyed hiking the area and exploring the town. I would highly recommend a stay at this villa.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
Dear Kathy, Thank you for your kind words. It was great meeting you all and we are very pleased you have enjoyed your stay at “On The Rocks”. We wish you all the very best and hope to welcome you again sometime in future. Kind regards, John & Emmanuela
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2025
Thank you for your kind review. We would be delighted to welcome you back in the future!

About the host

Hosted by Perfect Retreats Limited

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Since 1988 we have been spending our summers in Ios. This gorgeous island is our home away from home, a retreat from the hustle and bustle of daily city life. Our love for this idyllic island has driven us in the decision to build our holiday home here, which has now expanded to a small "On The Rocks" villas, and serves as a holiday home to guest from all over the world.

We are a small family business and run the villas with love and a passion for greek tradition and landscape. We strive to enrich the community by promoting local businesses and produce as well as employing local professionals to assist us in looking after our guests, the landscape and our facilities.

Our goal is to provide a relaxing and enjoyable stay for you, your family and friends that will leave you with lasting memories for years to come. Providing you with the perfect holiday is our biggest priority and pleasure. No request is too big or too small.

Why they chose this property

Our job is our passion and we love getting to know our guests. While we enjoy socialising and engaging with our guests, we are always discrete and understand the importance of privacy .

We understand that the perfect holiday can mean many different things to our guests, over the years we believe that we have cultivated an understanding of how to assist you in achieving your dream holiday; be that ultimate relaxation or adventure and exploration.

Over the years we are lucky to have cultivated great relationships with local businesses, it would be our pleasure to provide any recommendations you may require thought your stay; from our favourite restaurants and cafes to private boat charters so that you can discover in our opinion the most beautiful beaches in the Aegean!

What makes this property unique

On The Rocks offers a remote and peaceful location while being close to the main town of Ios.
We want to protect nature's beauty and preserve the scarce resources for generations to come. It is our belief that we should do our utmost to protect the environment therefore we generate as much energy as we use from our solar panels; we also collect and recycle thousands of litres of rainwater a year and treat all our effluent on site. To minimise the carbon footprint we have planted over a thousand shrubs, trees and flowers!

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English, French, Greek

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