Considered one of the most sought-after yachting countries in the Mediterranean, Greece certainly has no shortage of luxury islands where you can park your yacht, explore the pristine waters, and soak up some sunshine.
While Mykonos and Santorini might first pop to mind when it comes to popular yachting destinations, Greece’s largest and most southern island, Crete, should not be overlooked as a luxe spot to anchor at. Not only is it brimming with history—the first European civilization lived here—but Crete offers everything from myriad water pursuits and vibrant beach clubs to hiking and skiing. (Yes, really, you can snow ski on the island of Crete!) It takes only about five hours to drive from one side to the other, which means you’re never very far from the island’s many recreational areas. And should you want to plant some roots here, the new luxury development known as Elounda Hills is turning heads for wealthy buyers seeking a new vacation home.
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Elounda Hills is a new eco-friendly luxury resort and the first branded residential offering on the island. Located on Crete’s northeast coast, the 138-acre resort will soon welcome a 1 Hotels facility with 123 rooms, along with 257 branded residences managed by 1 Hotels. There will be an additional 14-key boutique hotel, two beach clubs, a watersports center, kids and teen clubs, a retail piazza, more than a dozen restaurants and bars, and a marina operated by the globally renowned Camper and Nicholsons.
There are several categories of villas available. The waterfront homes will be the largest, with up to eight bedrooms, while the smaller residences, called Mirabello Villas, will range from two to five bedrooms. The villas were designed by Greek firm Elastic and Makridis Associates in collaboration with Italian design firm D73 and were designed to seamlessly blend into the landscape. There are local and sustainably sourced materials, like stone and wood, used throughout the exterior and interior, as well as a neutral color palette. With picture-perfect views of the Mediterranean Sea, the ocean-facing hilltop villa will have some of the best views of any residence within the development.
The crown jewel of the Mirabello Villas is certainly this $5.5 million (or €5.1 million) home. The largest of the 22 Mirabello Villas on offer, this under-construction property spans 5,264 square feet and will have four bedrooms and five bathrooms once complete. Though there is a five-bedroom option, this specific four-bedroom villa is the most expensive of the Mirabello Villas.
The residence has floor-to-ceiling windows that capture Crete’s year-round sunshine, as well as contemporary furnishings, clean lines, and high ceilings. In addition to the spacious bedrooms, sumptuous living spaces, and modern kitchen, there’s an additional 2,529-square-foot private terrace with dramatic stone arches, a private infinity swimming pool, a landscaped garden, and private parking with an EV charger.
One of the biggest draws for buyers is the opportunity to park your yacht in the cutting-edge marina. Accommodating both resident and visitor yachts from six meters to 90 meters (or 20 feet to 295 feet), the marina will have 50 berths, including five berths for superyachts. According to Elounda Hills, several buyers have already purchased a permanent berth upon the purchase of a residence. From this specific villa, you’ll have views over the marina, so your yacht is never far out of sight.
Health and wellbeing are also a focus for the entire development, and residents are encouraged to consider their carbon footprint. Other residential perks include in-home saging ceremonies to cleanse the home prior to arrival, private chefs and juicing specialists on call, and cuisine from local suppliers. Elounda Hills is expected to open in 2026.
Click here for more photos of a Mirabello Villa in Crete, Greece.
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