M Cave house Oia 2 bedrooms

Description from the owner

"M Cave house" perches high atop the cascading cliffs of Oia. Here the majestic caldera walls, glistening blue Aegean and infinite azure skies capture the imagination and awaken the soul. This charming villa is the perfect Oia hideaway, centrally located in the heart of Santorini’s most spectacular destination village.

Oia’s sophisticated shops and galleries and elegant restaurants and cafes are merely steps away. Brilliant blue domed churches and whitewashed Cycladic houses wind along the narrow cliff-side footpaths all around.

The bright and airy interiors of this renovated traditional house are full of Cycladic charm. Awa...sh in gentle white tones, the smooth plaster walls with accents of volcanic stone frame the ever-captivating views beyond. The private veranda sets the stage to greet the morning sun, marvel at the famous sunsets and embrace the romantic twinkling of Oia’s evening lights.

Perfect for a romantic get-away for two or for a sunny Greek holiday for two couples, this villa offers Oia’s majestic Cycladic luxury.

Additional Information

M Cave house is the result of the careful renovation of a very important historical Santorini house style, completely unique to the island. Commonly called “cave houses” today in Santorini, many examples have been preserved and renovated in Oia.

Most early residents of Santorini worked in sea trading and exports. In order to be close to their occupation and also to perceive potentially unfriendly ship invasions, they chose to live on the caldera edge. Wealthy ship captains built mansions can still be seen in Oia today. Ship hands and sailors built “hyposkafa” or cave houses”, which were carved into the soft pumice stone of the cliff-sides.

These houses were easier to build, and protected the occupants from the harsh winter winds and weather. The natural insulation of the earthen walls of the space also regulated the interior temperature year-round, keeping them warm in the winter and cool in the summer. Today, this natural insulation continues to produce an advantage for the villa, maintaining a constantly cool interior environment, even on the hottest summer days.

The renovation of this Villa in Oia preserved the original organic shapes of the smooth walls, vaulted ceilings and openings framed in volcanic stone that were part of the original house. The creative use of the origina0l features is evident throughout the villa.

Feng Shui and Geomancy certified Villa

Interior

Ground Floor

Style Open Plan

Lounge

Comfortable living area

Kitchen –

Rustic terracotta kitchen, fully equipped with modern appliances

Dining room

Dining for 4

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Bedroom 1

California King Size bed - 200 x 200

Main Bathroom

Separate Bathroom -Shower

Bedroom 2

Queen size bed - 160 x 200

Bathroom

Facilities

• Partial Air conditioning Both Bedrooms

• TV

• Satellite

• DVD player

• Fans

• Heaters/Ventilators

• iPod docking station

Kitchen:

Stove.oven

Fridge

Coffee maker

Kettle

Pots, pans, crockery and cutlery

BBQ on request

Outdoor Features

• Outdoor dining

Staff & Services Included:

• Daily maid service

• One Group B-manual car rental (third-party insurance and unlimited kilometers included)

• 24-hour Concierge

• Airport transfers

• Baby equipment (crib, high chair)

• Porter for luggage assistance

• Free Wifi access ( Locally)

At Extra Cost - advance notice may be required:

• Continental Breakfast

• Concierge services

• In-house chef services

• Additional cleaning

• Villa pre-stocking

• Private masseuse

• Private tour guide and boat charters

• Flowers on arrival

• Champagne on arrival

Villa Policies

• Maximum 4 Guests

• Children welcome

• Pets are not allowed

• 3 night minimum stay required

Getting There

• Transport available

Location

• OiaVillage

• 100m from nearest shops

• 200 m from grocery store

• 100mt Restaurants

• 22 km from the port of Megalochori Port

• 22.5 Vlyhada Beach

• 25 km from Perivolos Beach

• 15 km from Fira

• 15 km from hospital

• 14 km from airportRead more

Additional Location Information

Location Type Away from it all, Village

Rental fees

Additional notes from owner

• Taxes
• Transfer to and from the port or airport
• One manual 5-seat car rental included in the rate (unlimited KM 3rd party Insurance)
• Daily housekeeping service
• Concierge Services
• Deposit 30%

What Past Guests Are Saying

Overall Rating

• JM
  Chicago

  We are glad we passed up the highly promoted tourist destination

  Left on 10/12/2010 for a stay in September 2010
  
  

  We wanted to see Santorini from the local's point of view. We are so glad we decided to stay in Megalochori. Although we think we could have done better in negotiating a rate for September, the location and amenities were very nice.

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• Jon
  London

  Lovely but the price doesn't fit the package or service offered

  Left on 08/16/2010 for a stay in June 2010
  
  

  Stayed at Stone House on Santorini. Beautiful villa, village, location and island. Overall a seriously wonderful holiday and would recommend it happily with one caveat... it's expensive for what you get. A few things to illustrate:
  
  The welcome hamper is not a hamper - it's some fruit and a bottle of wine.
  A sun lounger was broken (and the lounger cushions were a bit tatty.
  They need to make it clear that the courtyard is overlooked by windows from the next door villa... they give the impression of being totally private. It isn't. I paid happily for the privacy so was disappointed with this.
  
  Perhaps I'm being picky but for 375 euros a night I expected more.
  
  

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• Nick Karathanasis
  New York, USA

  Best vacation ever!!!!!

  Left on 01/11/2010 for a stay in March 2009
  
  

  Ivi villa is a dreamhouse. Living there is like being in a fairy tail. All facilities have been excelent and service very proffessional.
  The jacuzzi had the right temperature, warm, and it made me feel that I am in paradise.
  I can not wait to return to Santorini and live inside Ivi.
  The ratio quality to price is absolutely in favor of the customer.
  I highly recommend it to everybody. Even in Spring Santorini is a fantastic place to be.

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• DorDor
  London, UK

  1st anniversary trip

  Left on 12/14/2009 for a stay in September 2009
  
  

  Everything was lovely, we got picked up from the airport and transfer to the villa.
  
  The villa located in an old traditional village, it have everything that we need, it was quite and away from the tourist area, so relax.
  
  Although the weather wasn't great, but the villa was perfect and made up for it! The room are clean and cosy. They even heated up the outdoor jazzuci for us, where we enjoyed it every nights!
  
  The owner was really helpful, we can use the internet in his office, and felt we were well look after by him.
  
  It was an unforgettable villa!

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  Would you recommend this vacation rental to a friend? Yes

  Recommended for: Travelers, Friends, Groups, Tourists, Families w teenagers, Romantic, Luxury, Families w children

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• KChamis
  Central New Jersey

  A splendid vacation!

  Left on 12/13/2009 for a stay in October 2009
  
  

  Booking a vacation rental, sight unseen, is a bit nerve-wracking. I had combed the internet for recommendations and insights, and hadn't seen much about this particular company, but decided to go ahead.
  
  It was one of the best travel decisions I've ever made.
  
  Villa Ivi was enchanting. My daughter and her friend stayed in the smaller room across the courtyard, and my spouse and I stayed in the master bedroom. The furnishings were beautiful, the place was kept spotless.
  
  There were a few small problems which were addressed as quickly as possible. The jacuzzi broke - but the owner gave us access to another villa so the girls would not be disappointed. Our luggage was lost en route to Santorini, again, the owner quickly rectified the situation (and this obviously was not even his fault!) Every time need or concern was addressed with a smile - it felt as if we were visiting with friends.
  
  We loved the location in Megalachori. We were tucked away from the bustled of Oia and Fira, and yet near some incredible restaurants - including Raki.
  
  My only negative comment about the villa was that it smelled a bit dank. Obviously, some of this had to do with the structure itself being underground. Dehumidifiers helped some. It was a negative factor - but a small one. I would certainly recommend this property without any hesitation (and I have!)

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  Would you recommend this vacation rental to a friend? Yes

  Recommended for: Travelers, Friends, Tourists, Families w teenagers, Romantic, Luxury, Families w children, Rugged, Singles

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