This magical villa on the hills of Exambela was built for two professors who shared it with their 4 children and 13 grandchildren, and who used it every summer to write, research, relax and connect with friends. It is a perfect retreat for artists, writers, academic sabbaticals, families, friends, or a luxurious romantic getaway. Villa Barou, a two-level traditional Cycladic white washed home, is surrounded by stone patios, local vegetation, and spectacular views.
The upper level consists of the main entrance, a very large living and dining area (Mary’s Great room), the main kitchen, a master bedroom with king bed(European size), and a bedroom with two twin beds and study area. Each bedroom has an adjoining bathroom. The lower level is separated from the upper level and can be accessed through a separate entrance. It features a large bedroom area with two king beds(European Size), kitchenette, table for eating, and a second bedroom with a queen bed (European size) with built-in closet and a bathroom. An outdoor stone staircase connects the two levels.
This house can accommodate up to 8 people, and is also an ideal rental for two families. Example: upper level max. 4 people, lower level max. 4 people. There is also an aerobed inflatable mattress onsite in case an additional bed is needed. The house is 211 square meters, or approximately 2,270 square feet. The private land area is approximately 3 stremma, or 3/4 of a US acre.
Villa Barou is situated on top of a magnificent hillside surrounded by olive trees and stone walled terraces at the edge of the residential village of Exambela. The serene surroundings have a constant breeze with superb panoramic views of the Aegean Sea, villages, hills, and mountains on surrounding Sifnos. There are also views to other islands in the Aegean such as Paros Island.
The site can be accessed from the main road where you may leave your car at a small parking lot, which is a 2-3 minute walk from the house via a public paved stone path. Guests who rent scooters from local agencies can ride them down the public path straight to the house. The house is 10 -15 minutes walking distance from the centrally-located village of Apollonia, away from the shops, bars, bakeries, and restaurants. There are also two local grocery stores (one is the largest on the island) in Exambela, about 5-10 minutes walking distance.