Barefoot To The Shore

Steps from the beach, this villa in the south of Rhodes pairs sea views with an inviting outdoor space to chill out. Lachania beach is a mere 150 metres away, so one minute you can be swimming laps in the pool, then padding barefoot to the soft sand and saline waters of the Aegean Sea. If you want to explore further afield, the charming town of Lindos is a half-hour drive, where donkeys still clop up and down the narrow streets.

Though there’s plenty to keep you occupied at this home. A delightful terrace is home to a swimming pool, sun loungers and sumptuous sofas beneath private verandas. Then there are the first-floor balconies with panoramic sea views and a real reminder of how close you are to the beach. A barrel barbecue can provide the alfresco dining option.

Inside, you’ll find evidence of traditional Dodecanese architecture in exposed stone walls and stone-hewn showers in ensuites. There’s something of a boho-seaside touch to the design with exposed lightbulbs hanging from rope, tree-stump bedside tables and shell centrepieces, plus the odd Grecian urn a reminder of the ancient roots of Rhodes.

Home truths:
*Cleaning and linen change takes place once a week
*Guests at this home have access to a 24-hour concierge
*There is a floating staircase in this home which is architecturally stunning, but young children should be supervised
*Two guests can be accommodated on the sofa bed in the living room
*Your host can provide a cot, high chair and stair gates for infants, just ask