Our Extended Stays on Mykonos, Paros, and Kea

Our latest selection of villas and experiences is perfect for fans of the Greek islands of Mykonos, Paros, and Kea.Very much associated with summer holidays, these smaller islands are much quieter between autumn and spring, but visitors can still relax and enjoy a local Greek experience at a more peaceful, and slower pace.From tranquil nature activities to picturesque villages brimming with of history and mouthwatering food, discover the pleasures of visiting Greece off-season and your TLTB home away from home.

MYKONOS: The beautiful island of Mykonos is the perfect example of the advantages of travelling both during and outside of high season. With its popular crowded beaches by day and a vibrant nightlife during the peak summer months, the island offers a completely different experience for visitors during low season when, with a less frenetic pace, the island’s natural beauty can be enjoyed. We recommend spring as a particularly lovely time to visit the Cycladic islands, before the crowds arrive, but the weather is usually a comfortable 16 – 20 degrees.

The charming, picturesque main town and capital, Chora, with its narrow streets, and pretty white-washed houses with colourful doors and balconies, can be explored on foot more easily without the crowds, as can a walk to see the iconic view of famous windmills at sunset. Another beautiful landmark in Mykonos town is Little Venice with its quaint original fishermen’s houses, perched on the edge of the sea. From here, you can also explore the Paraportiani Church and the Archaeological Museum of Mykonos, or walk up to the ancient ruins of the Venetian castle which overlooks the town. Winter and spring are also ideal times to visit the island for those who enjoy hiking or cycling, long walks along the beach without the summer crowds, and exploring historic sights. For lovers of ancient history, we highly recommend a day trip to nearby Delos island, the mythological birthplace of Apollo, with its ruins including Doric temples, an amphitheatre with famous statues and mosaics, and its Archaeological Museum, which is one the most important museums in Greece.

Villa Alcyone 8 Guests | 4 Bedrooms. The beautiful newly constructed Villa Alcyone luxury villa to rent on Mykonos was conceived by its owner as a sanctuary of inner peace and well-being, perfect for those looking for a quiet holiday haven overlooking the sea. This luxury vacation rental is located just a stone’s throw from the beach (150m) in Ftelia, which has one private beach club and two restaurants.

The luxury villa rental is on one acre of private grounds, within a four acre residential estate of four villas, and benefits from unobstructed sea and mountain views. The villa is on two floors with terraces at both levels. The ground level has a private infinity swimming pool, with surrounding terrace with areas for relaxing and dining outdoors. There are sun loungers by the pool and also an outdoor shower. On the first floor level there are spacious bedroom terraces furnished with outdoor sofas.

Inside this stunning holiday home on Mykonos, the spacious and stylish open-plan living room, with dining area, is furnished with custom-made furniture and a striking wall sculpture. Floor-to-ceiling windows allow for plenty of light. The gourmet kitchen is very well equipped. All four bedrooms within the villa offer unobstructed panoramic sea or mountain views and have direct access to the pool or the upper level terraces and patio.

The master bedroom and bathroom on the ground floor are wheelchair accessible. The living features an impressive home theatre with an HD projector, bluetooth powered BlueRay media player and Apple TV. Full device connectivity and content streaming through bluetooth and airplay, free USA NETFLIX access is also available in the master bedroom on the upper level.

PAROS: Like most of the Cycladic islands, the best time to visit Paros out of the more crowded high season, is from beginning of March to the end of June, or autumn, when there are fewer crowds, and the shops and restaurants, on the whole, remain open. There is plenty to tempt visitors who enjoy walks on long sandy beaches, hiking in the countryside, and sporting activities, as well as exploring authentic Cycladic villages and towns, dining in local restaurants, and visiting historic sites. There are also several family run wineries which can be visited for tastings. The picturesque fishing village of Naoussa, built around a small port, is considered to be one of the prettiest villages in the Cyclades and, despite its popularity, it has retained its traditional authenticity and charm. As well as a good choice of dining options, and a wine museum, there is a small 15th century Venetian Castle in the old port of Naoussa, which once served as a watch tower.

The capital and main port of Paros, Parikia, also offers a good choice of restaurants and cafés, shopping, and much of historical interest including the Monastery of Panagia Ekatontapiliani, one of the oldest churches on the island, a castle dating from 1260, small 15th Century Venetian castle in the old port, and a Byzantine Museum at the entrance of the town. Just 13 kms south of Parikia, is another quaint fishing village and port, Alyki, popular for its sandy beaches and traditional tavernas, specialising in fish. The three independent villas featured below are all located on an estate on the coast, just 8 minutes’ walk from a sandy beach, and 2 kms from Alyki village. Naoussa is within 30 minutes’ drive, and the small port of Pounta, from where you can visit the charming small island of Anti-Paros, is under 10 minutes’ drive. All three villas mentioned below, have WiFi, satellite TV and air conditioning. Maid service is also included.

Paros Anatoli I is a luxurious 11-bedroom villa rental in Ampelas, offering breathtaking 180-degree views of the Aegean Sea and the island of Naxos. This stunning property seamlessly blends traditional Greek architecture with modern luxury, creating bright and inviting lounge spaces.

The villa’s outdoor spaces are just as impressive. A well-equipped outdoor kitchen features a pizza oven, high-end grill, and BBQ – perfect for entertaining while on vacation. Guests can dine al fresco at the expansive 22-seater marble dining table on the terrace, overlooking the beautifully landscaped Mediterranean garden.

For ultimate relaxation, the 30-meter infinity pool offers stunning sea views, surrounded by numerous comfortable seating areas, outdoor bars, and sunbathing lounges. Outdoor bathrooms and showers provide added convenience, ensuring a seamless experience by the pool. Additionally, guests of Paros Anatoli I share exclusive access to top-tier recreational facilities, including tennis courts, basketball courts, and an outdoor gym, with the neighboring Paros Anatoli Villa V.

KEA: Kea can be reached via is a 60-minute boat ride from Lavrio, a port on the mainland, about 30 minutes south of Athens airport. The island, with its mountainous terrain, valleys, picturesque coves and beaches, olive groves and vineyards, offers a perfect getaway escape during both the summer and out of season months. With a system of walking trails connecting the capital, Ioulis, to ‘off the beaten track’ beaches, beautiful terrain, spectacular views and archaeological sites, the island is ideal for those who love the outdoors. Swimming, snorkelling and diving are popular activities on the island, including the reef off Koundouraki, one of the island’s top diving spots. Dives can be made from here to view the HMHS Britannic, which was sunk in 1916, and discovered by Jacques Cousteau in 1975.

The beautiful village of Ioulis, with its lovely squares and traditional tavernas, is the capital of the island. It is also home to its Archaelogical Museum, with its artefacts from the island’s most important archaeological site, Karthea. The beautiful bay of Kathea, can be reached, either on foot or by boat, to view the remains of monuments including a Doric temple of Athena goddess, and the archaic temple of Pythion Apollo, apart from the bars and taverns, the main square or platia is also highly advisable.

Villa Meria 10 – 12 Guests | 5 Bedrooms. A new, white-washed villa in a secluded hilltop position in the area of Pera Meria, guests at Villa Meria will be in an area of outstanding beauty and stunning sea views. Within its own land of 10,000m2, the villa offers many amenities, including an infinity salt water swimming pool, an outdoor dining area with barbecue, a tennis court, a basketball court, a gym, and a spa with hammam and massage room.

This is a villa where guests can truly relax and enjoy the 5-star services, including a private chef who prepares breakfast and, on request, dishes for other meals, using organic produce from the villa’s garden and the local market, with the emphasis on traditional and healthy Greek-Mediterranean recipes. Daily cleaning is included, and other services can be arranged. The villa is also equipped with central air conditioning, Wi-Fi, Samsung Smart TVs, satellite TV, 2 internet desktop PCs, a scanner, printer and 2 Samsung tablets. There is also a home cinema, Playstation 4, Xbox 360, a safe box and a hairdryer in each room.

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