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Beautiful island Villa - Private plunge pool - Sea views

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Exterior
3 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 686 sq m

Popular amenities

  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • PoolPoolPool
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Explore the area

Map
Exo Gonia, Egeo
  • Popular LocationAthinios Port7 min drive
  • Popular LocationAncient Thira10 min drive
  • AirportThira (JTR-Santorini National)10 min drive
  • Popular LocationPerivolos Beach15 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beautiful island Villa - Private plunge pool - Sea views

Cavern House Helios is a unique property set in one of Santorini’s most peaceful, unspoilt and traditional villages; Exo Gonia. Accommodating 6 guests with indoor and outdoor facilities it is a perfect blend of location, comfort and convenience for your stay in Santorini.

Cavern House Helios is ideally located in the heart of the traditional village of Exo Gonia, a picturesque setting of cobbled lanes and blue domed churches nestled within the vine covered hills. The property is located at the top of the village, just a minutes’ walk from the carpark and is the perfect base for all your activities on Santorini with the beaches of Kamari and the island’s capital Fira both within just 15 minutes’ drive, the award-winning tavernas Metaximas and Anemoloos just minutes’ walk from the door and the neighbouring village of Pyrgos offering an assortment of shops and amenities. The properties location ensures easy access to the best that the island has to offer whilst also providing a relaxing and peaceful getaway when required.

Carved from volcanic rock, the original house dates back to 1840 has been lovingly restored in the traditional style and updated to an immaculate standard to ensure a comfortable and carefree stay for all guests.

Indoors this traditional Santorinian home comprises 3 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen and a lounge. Furnished with care and attention to detail with pieces chosen to compliment unique architectural style, the property features a fully equipped kitchen including all appliances, cutlery, crockery. Laundry facilities, linen and beach towels are provided. The lounge area features a flat screen TV, Netflix and a DVD player with a broad selection of films for those stay indoors nights.

The lounge area opens directly to the courtyard and adjoining sun terrace with overflowing bougainvillea and a herb garden where guests can enjoy shaded and sun filled areas including a barbecue and dining area accommodating 6 people on the courtyard as well as sun lounges and additional outdoor sofas along with a plunge pool on the sun terrace.

It is sure to impress and allow you to slip effortlessly into island time while enjoying the panoramic views of the vine terraces of Profitis Ilias and the endless views across the Aegean to the island of Anafi and beyond as well as the amazing caldera sunset views just a few minutes away by car.

Car hire can be arranged on your behalf and delivered to the airport or villa


Airport transfers can be arranged for you if you wish. Our driver can meet you at the airport for a small fee. Alternatively, if you would like to make your own way to the villa GPS details and directions will be provided.

Property manager

Sarah Woolman

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fence around the pool
  • Spa tub
  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Limo/town car service
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Safe
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 926 sq ft (86 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 1167K123K0928401

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Traditional Santorini Cavern House Helios Villa Exo Gonia
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Traditional Santorini Cavern House Helios Villa
Traditional Santorini Cavern House Helios Santorini
Traditional Santorini Cavern House Helios Villa Santorini
Traditional Santorini Cavern House Helios
Beautiful Traditional Villa - Ocean Views - Pool Villa
Beautiful Traditional Villa - Ocean Views - Pool Santorini
Beautiful Traditional Villa - Ocean Views - Pool Villa Santorini

About the neighborhood

Santorini

Located in Santorini, this villa is in a rural area and by the sea. Ancient Thira and Oia Castle are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kamari Beach and Santorini Caldera. Traveling with kids? Consider Lost Atlantis Experience Museum and Tramonto ad Oia. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Kamari Beach - 6 min drive
  • Athinios Port - 7 min drive
  • Ancient Thira - 10 min drive
  • Prophet Elias Monastery - 11 min drive
  • Perivolos Beach - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Santorini National Airport (JTR) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Spartakos Restoraunt - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Santo Wines - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Apollon - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Apollo Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Il Maestro - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beautiful island Villa - Private plunge pool - Sea views have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Beautiful island Villa - Private plunge pool - Sea views pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful island Villa - Private plunge pool - Sea views?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful island Villa - Private plunge pool - Sea views?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful island Villa - Private plunge pool - Sea views located?

This family-friendly Santorini villa is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Art Space Santorini, Panagia Episkopi, and Estate Argyros Santorini. Kamari Beach and Santorini Caldera are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 75 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Teri W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Santorini vacation
We enjoyed our stay in this modern cave house. It’s good to experience how other people, cultures and countries live. It was very quiet and peaceful and we enjoyed the cats that roam around every where. Parking is about a five minute walk up and down a cobblestone path. Not an easy walk with large suitcases if one is out of shape or the elderly (which we are both.) Our health and leg muscles improved after our stay here. The only negative which the host had no control over were the power outages that occurred for energy savings during our stay. The manager of the property, Petros was very helpful and always responded to our questions very quickly. I would definitely recommend this location.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
We couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay for our vacation! Centrally located on the island and easy to get to everywhere! Sarah is an excellent host and Petras was very informative and helpful!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic stay, great property and excellent location with amazing views of santorini
Great stay in Exogonia, Sarah was very helpful and the property was very clean and decor lovely. Facilities were all I could ask for. The location is great with an amazing view towards Kamari and other islands. Our teenagers enjoyed the spaces and it was very comfortable. Parking was a minutes walk from the property near the amazing church. Very close to great restaurants and well places for exploring the whole island. Would definetly come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

4/10 Poor

Judy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Not user friendly
Not suitable for families with small children or over 50’s. Access to the property was problematical due to the steepness of the hill and cobbled street. Size of the property was smaller than advertised. Did not expect 1 of the bathrooms to have outside access only. Seating in the living area was uncomfortable and not suitable for the amount of people the property claimed to accommodate. The bedrooms had no windows, in 1 bedroom the bed was so high a step had to be used to get onto it. The passage way to the other 2 rooms was slippery and due to its undulation, poor lighting and unexpected steps was incredibly dangerous. The steps up to the roof terrace were too steep and too shallow, slippery when wet and therefore a hazard making the roof terrace unusable for many guests.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marie-Eve B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property, well located, perfect for our needs
We stayed 11 nights at the property and loved it. We were 2 adults, 2 elderly adults and 2 children (8 and 10) and it was great for our needs. Exo Gonia is a quiet residential neighborhood with little alleys, typical greek island white buildings, pink flowers, Greek Orthodox churches and chapels, and numerous cats, overlooking the opposite site of the caldera. Feels authentic, far from the crowds. From the property, you see the sea, the island of Anafi in the distance, the west side of Santorini and the sunrise. Sarah was very helpful at the time of the check-in and during our stay. The property is very well located, central on the island. It is close to everything with a car. It is located a few minutes away from grocery stores, cities, restaurants. When we arrived, Sarah met us to welcome us and help us with our luggage and show us the property. There was a little bit of food and water in the fridge for us so we didn’t have to go to the grocery right away. It was very appreciated after a very long trip/2 flights from Canada. The house is built in a deep cavern, so not ideal for someone who is a bit claustrophobic (like one of our family member) but there’s a room located closer to the door/living room so it was alright. There’s air conditioning in the bedrooms, the beds are comfortable, kitchen is large enough and equipped to cook small meals. There’s a washing machine, 2 full bathrooms, an outdoor area to eat and a terrasse with views, lounging area and a small pool. Truly an amazing place to stay and relax after a long day of visiting cities, going to the (numerous) beaches, etc. There are 2 restaurants at walking distance and both were fantastic and authentic greek cuisine. Our son got a bit sick (asthma) and Sarah helped us to find a doctor to see him right away. The only downside i would say is the accessibility. The parking is a 5-7 minutes walk from the house, and quite uphill. Disabled or elderly people would have a hard time to get to the property and to bring their luggages. Also, the parking is sometimes full so we had to park further. And the terrace of the property is located at the top of a very long and steep staircase. It is an amazing place for someone mobile and in minimal good physical shape but should maybe avoided for a disabled and very old person. Anyway, Santorini is an island where you need to walk and climb uphill. We had truly a great time, we were very sad to leave and we hope to come back one day!
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

cyndy m., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun Firm Retreat
We had an excellent time in this property. Everything was wonderful and we were well looked after. Our other colleagues were staying in Afoura Houses down the road, also in Ex Gonia but unfortunately they had a horrific stay. So happy we got this property instead of theirs. Some of the other group had to pay extra to stay elsewhere. So be careful who you rent from - and you can definitely trust this property! You will have a great time here unlike Afoura Houses
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness
An Amazing And Unforgettable Experience
This holiday and accommodation exceeded all and any aspirations and lived up to every single expectation and more than ! The whole experience was immense and the work and quality that Sarah has put into creating such an amazing villa is impressive. The Location is excellent, beautifully quiet, amazing views and with virtually anything that you would want to see on the island within a 15-20 minute drive away. Sarah, the owner is always on hand and the help support and information she provides is excellent. You could base your entire holiday just touring the little villages and Tavernas that she gives you in her excellent information pack and you would not be disappointed. If Sarah says it is good, then trust me it is better than good ! The location and Villa is not for the feint hearted in terms of steps and hills, but not only is the effort spent well worth it but it works off all the time spent in the Tavernas. Local food and wine was unbelievable in terms of quality and value and eating out every day is a must ! Been back one day and booking next year already, just in case there wont be any availability, because the more people that eventually find out about this place, the less likelihood there will be any space for me ! Thinking about it, disregard all of the above, its awful, don't go, stay away as that might be the only way I will get back again next year ! Sarah - amazing job and such great vision and taste ! See you soon !
Stayed 10 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert G., Philadelphia, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and Unique, Good Location
This will be one of the your more unique vacation stays. The unit is very clean and comfortable, with three "cavern" bedrooms. You will sleep without the slightest distraction, so set your alarm! Our host Sarah was very available and responsive, and pre-stocked the 'frig with beer, wine, bottled water, and even some meat and cheese to get us started. Thoroughly enjoyed it!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Mark P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
Gorgeous cave house in a fairly quiet area. Had a great time here unwinding and enjoyed the local taverna Metaxi Mas. Excellent service and communication before and during stay. Do hire a car as it is the best way to get around. Fairly quiet for children but the time of year may have influenced that and pool was a bit too cold for us but in the summer/warmer months it must be amazing. All in all a really nice place to visit and lovely accommodation.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Corrinne G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location
We were travelling with my parents and our toddler so we needed a home that could give us some room and would allow us to easily come in and out during the day for nap purposes. This property was perfect. Located in the center of the island, we were able to do anything we wanted and still have enough time to be back for a nap for the toddler. The beds were fairly comfortable. I will say that you have to walk uphill a bit to get to the location from the parking (and renting a car is a must at this location). May not be suitable for some elderly or handicapped people.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019