Villa Luma

A Visionary Hillside Retreat in Mykonos

Set high on the sun-drenched hills of Faro, just 14 minutes from the heart of Mykonos Town, Villa Luma is a commanding private estate that masterfully blends Cycladic tradition with understated contemporary luxury. Overlooking the sacred island of Delos, this expansive 1,050-square-metre residence unfolds across a 4,100-square-metre plot, capturing unbroken views of the Aegean Sea, spectacular sunsets, and the distant silhouettes of Tinos, Syros, and Rhenia.

Architecture Rooted in Landscape

The villa’s design philosophy draws deeply from the vernacular of the island while embracing modernist restraint. Minimal intervention in the natural terrain allows the landscape to remain central to the experience. White cubic forms echo the Cycladic tradition, softened by shaded courtyards, semi-sheltered patios, and low-profile terraces that encourage outdoor living while offering protection from the island breeze. Many elements, including the guest wing, are subtly embedded into the hillside, creating a seamless blend between built form and the environment.

Main Residence and Guest Facilities

Designed to accommodate up to 14 guests in total privacy, Villa Luma features seven en-suite bedrooms in the main house, including two expansive 55-square-metre master suites with private balconies facing Delos. Five further double bedrooms, each with its own patio or sea-view balcony, offer elegant simplicity and modern comforts. An additional two-bedroom staff apartment with a private kitchen, as well as a separate en-suite nanny’s room, ensures seamless service and discretion.

Each guest room is thoughtfully appointed with premium features such as king or queen-size beds, custom wardrobes, flat-screen TVs, minibars, luxury toiletries, and independent air conditioning. Large windows frame the shifting blue hues of the Aegean, drawing the outside in.

Exterior Amenities and Poolside Living

The heart of outdoor life at Villa Luma is its dramatic 94-square-metre infinity pool, where the horizon melts into the sea. A choice of two alfresco dining areas—including one beneath a shaded pergola—sets the stage for long, sunlit meals and starlit gatherings. Lounging terraces are spread across multiple levels, each capturing a different angle of the sweeping vista, from Delos by day to glowing sunsets by night.

Guests can take advantage of a professional-grade BBQ and outdoor kitchen, while more intimate moments are enhanced by a well-stocked wine and spirit room, cigar humidor, and Nespresso station. For those seeking wellness and movement, the villa includes a gym with sea views and a sound system wired both indoors and out for a dynamic atmosphere.

Estate Infrastructure, Staffing, and Services

Inside, the villa features both a fully equipped family kitchen and a separate chef’s kitchen, ideal for hosting private dining experiences. A formal living area opens to the terrace, seamlessly connecting indoor elegance with the outdoors. The property also offers a laundry room, daily housekeeping provided by two live-in staff members, and secure parking for six vehicles.