Villa Eurydice, Mykonos – Mykonos, Greece

Style: Chic Cycladic retreat
Setting: Aegean-view Kanalia, overlooking the Aegean blue

Lacquered alabastery surfaces, billowing snowy linens and pristine paintwork, this wedding-cakey villa is as celestial as it is stylish. Add to that international artworks, designer furniture, state-of-the-art audio-visuals and hotel-standard service and amenities. As remarkable as the look and feel of this Greek goddess is, it is almost upstaged by the panoramic views of brilliant-blue sky and sea. Heaven-sent for lazy family gatherings and also landmark celebrations. And, if guests want to host a lavish supper, or simply fancy having a full breakfast rustled up, a first-class chef is also available throughout their stay.

Here, lacquered alabastery surfaces, billowing snowy linens and a pristine-paintworked wedding-cakey villa are an understated but sophisticated backdrop. Add to this elegant setting, international artworks, iconic statement furniture and state-of-the-art audio-visuals. And, as remarkable as the design of it all is, the interior almost plays second fiddle to the magnificent panoramic views of brilliant-blue sky and sea. The view from this peninsula is truly jaw-dropping, sea and sky interrupted only by striking Alberto Giacometti-like sculptures by Anton Smit.

This luxurious villa is as heaven-sent for lazy family get-togethers as special celebrations, although nuptials are definitely a theme at this glamorous Greek getaway. In mythology, Eurydice is the wife of Orpheus; in this case she's in fact a big sister and neighbour to a stunning villa of that name. Although, to be honest, so fantastically peaceful and private is this Mykonos hilltop, it’s hard to imagine that there is a ‘next door’.

Weddings couldn't be more special than those held at this all-white wonder: not only does the property have a charming little chapel of its own on the terraced grounds, but it is fully set up to host up to 300 in this filmic setting. It was here that owners Katie and Jonny Friedman themselves tied the knot before celebrating in style at this luxury villa. So bewitched by this Aegean paradise were they that they then decided to buy both houses themselves. They have since spared no expense lavishing love and hospitality details to create world-class hip hotel-style hideaways.

The husband-and-wife team behind Villa Crew fell into the business when their own personal property portfolio that spans London, Cape Town and Mykonos seemed a little too large to be restricted only to their family’s use. Getting married at the sweet chapel on this very property sealed their love for this special part of the island and, after an extraordinary wedding at Villa Eurydice, they bought both adjoining hip houses. And, rather than selfishly keep the villas all to themselves, the Friedmans have lovingly furbished them to the hotel-standard luxury holiday lets in preparation for paying guests. Korres products in the bathrooms, just-out style magazines on the coffee tables – the attention to detail is unstinting. Even junior guests are treated like shipping magnates; guests will find that the evening turn-down fairy leaves for them thermos flasks of hot purified water for bottle-warming.

Not only have they curated fabulous spaces, the Friedmans have also hand-picked the perfect team to ensure that function at their villas matches form. Friendly but discreet, the Villa Crew staff allow guests to feel as though they’ve commandeered their very own intimate hotel.

Highlights
- Hotel-style hospitality for up to 10 guests
- Panoramic views across to Mykonos Town
- In-house private chef (upon request) serving restaurant-quality food
- Numerous sunny and shaded terraces and pergolas
- Private chapel in its grounds
- World-class art and sculpture collection
- Amenities include Korres products, dressing gowns
- Huge flatscreen TVs, satellite channels, WiFi
- Barbecue and wood-burning pizza oven


Need to know:
Rates: Low season (1–31 May and 26 Sept–24 Oct) €1,500 a night, €5,250 a week; mid season (1 Jun–9 July; 1–26 Sept); high season (10 July–31 Aug) €2,300 a night; €16,100.
Sleeps: maximum 10 adults
Ideal for: Wedding parties, grand family celebrations.
Property style: Grand traditional Greek architecture with modern-day finessing.
Grounds: Sprawling decks and terraces, incorporating a vast infinity pool and a private hilltop chapel.
Also: Well-behaved pets can come along provided it is pre-arranged and there is a charge of €150 a week, with beds and bowls laid on.

In the know
Eating and drinking: One of the perks of this hotel-style holiday house is the fact that there’s a chef among its dedicated staff. Your arrival meal is on the house, or sign up for full chef services which includes breakfast and one meal and a kids’ suppertime – such as bangers and mash. It’s all totally flexible, which is great as a lot of the fun of Mykonos is going out for dinner. Guests can accompany staff to the market which can be fun, or simply specify favourite ingredients and let the chef rustle up something wonderful. When it comes to drinks, tea and coffee is always available and is on the house, and the fully stocked honesty bar is begging for you to make cocktails with.
Housekeeping: Six hours a day six hours a week, this rental property is fully staffed most of the time and also spic and span. Should you want additional housekeeping this is available at €20/hour. A laundry service is possible at €20 per 7kg.
Entertainment: Free internet connection comes through the WiFi. This can occasionally be temperamental. There are a number of huge flatscreen TVs in the villa, and a nighclub-standard sound system, which extends to the terrace. A number of DVD players and DVDs are available to borrow.
Provided: Korres toiletries, luxury robes, complimentary Villa Crew beach bags, professional-standard hairdryer.
Packing tips: Soft-soled sandles for padding around the terrace and gravel driveway, camera with a panoramic setting.
Eco policy: As with any villa, make it greener by not leaving on electrical equipment unnecessarily, changing towels only when necessary and using water and air-con sparingly.

Also worth knowing
Children: This is paradise for parents in that little ones have been considered in every sense and most equipment provided. As with any villa holiday, keep an eye on toddlers at all times when it comes to the pool and walls surrounding the property.
Weddings: With its own little chapel and as perfectly suited in blue-skied breeze-kissed setting as it is in five-star-style service, Villa Eurydice is heaven-sent for a magnificent wedding reception.

“Spectacularly located private villas that come with a team of expert staff.”
Conde Nast Traveller Magazine

“...feel as though you 've commandeered your very own intimate hotel.”
Mr & Mrs Smith

“No better place for your own house party
than in this five-bedroom beauty on Mykonos’s southern coast.”
Ten Best Summer House Feature 2010, Vogue.com

"...the best villas in the Aegean..."
Matt Morley, GQ Magazine

“The villas have a fairy-tale quality;
a dreamy oasis of luxury in the middle of a breathtaking landscape..."
Elle Decoration Magazine

Property ID: 00181

Property Details

Estate with 3 levels
5 bedrooms, 5 baths, 4 square feet

Bedrooms:
Queen, Twinx2, King, Queen, and King
(10 guests maximum)

Nearest Airport:
Mykonos JMK
10 minutes

View from Property:
Villa Eurydice overlooks the expansive Aegean seas with uninterupted views of Mykonos Town, uninhabited Bau Island and the island of Tinos shimmers on the horizon.

Amenities

• Gated Community
• Satellite/Cable TV
• 40"+ TV
• Multiple TVs
• Concierge Service
• DVD Player
• Washer & Dryer
• iPod Dock Stereo
• Laundry Service
• High Speed Internet
• Chef's Kitchen
• Wireless Internet
• Espresso Machine
• Outdoor Pool
• Outdoor Grill
• Fireplace
• Air Conditioning
• Office
• Crib
• Pets (with Approval)