Lunar Power

Lunar Power: Aegean South

It's fair to say that nature has been kind to this hilltop villa on the island of Paros. As well as the stunning views of the mountainous landscape and the dazzling Aegean Sea, there's something of a microclimate at the address — the temperatures are generally two to three degrees lower than the rest of the island and there's substantially less humidity.

As you would hope, there are plenty of ways to enjoy this fortuitous weather. Outside, there's a long swimming pool and a private tennis court, as well as plenty of places to sit and take a breather, from the poolside verandah and hammocks to the alfresco dining area on the covered terrace. When you're feeling peckish, there's a stone barbecue and if you're not too skilled in the kitchen, don't fret — the home comes with a private chef who will prepare one meal a day for you. Where they can, they will use vegetables grown in the garden.

The home's interior manages to match its impressive exterior. The white marble floor, high ceilings and billowing muslin curtains make for a space that feels instantly cooling. The minimalist kitchen and dining area means that it can hold its own in the style stakes, too. The icing on the cake is a basement gym-come-games-room, which has exercise machines, yoga gear, a ping-pong table and even a wine cellar.

Although there are more than enough distractions across the two-acre site to never feel the need to leave, the village of Kostos sits within walking distance and the town of Naoussa takes seven minutes to reach in the car. Tsoukalia Beach is a similar distance away, too.

Home truths:
*There's private parking available on the premises
*Breakfast is complimentary, as well as one meal a day cooked by a private chef (although guests will need to pay for the food itself)
*Five of the bedrooms are in the main villa, but the last one is a separate guesthouse which has a bathroom, kitchenette and an additional sofa bed if needed
*There are two additional beds and a bathroom in the basement suitable for staff
*Daily cleaning and twice-weekly linen changes are included in the price