Hilltop Retreat

Hilltop Retreat: Crete

Perched at the top of a hill with panoramic views, this is a home that will capture your heart. Inside, the space is sleek and modern, with natural light flooding in courtesy of the floor-to-ceiling windows. The open-plan living, dining and kitchen area truly is the heart of the home, with space for everyone to spread out yet still be together. We love the second living area, just the spot to snuggle down at the end of the day and enjoy a family movie night on the big screen.

The cherry on this particular cake, however, is the rooftop terrace – it’s like a hidden slice of paradise. Day or night, this space delivers. Picture yourself spending lazy days soaking up the sun, swinging in the hammock, every now and then stopping to drink in the stunning sea views. As night falls, light the barbecue and settle down for an alfresco meal to remember, with twinkling lights below you and the warm sea breeze ruffling your hair. It’s absolutely magical, and the only problem you may find here is that you never want to leave.

Home truths:
*While the kitchen isn’t fully photographed, we expect the style and quality to be consistent with the rest of the home
*There's private parking available here
*This home is spread over four floors – it may not be suitable for those with limited mobility
*Though there isn't a dedicated desk here, the dining table doubles up as a laptop-friendly workspace
*The swimming pool isn't fenced, so children will need to be supervised at all times