Description

An imposing medieval stone mansion, the age of which (over 500 years) merges with the history of the Aegean island of Tinos. Perched on a hillside, it has panoramic views of a valley, the Aegean sea and the islands of Myconos, Dilos and Rinia.

The reconstruction of the house is of exquisite quality (professionally carried out) with great attention to detail and retaining the original features. The property is furnished throughout with antiques and period items and these are included in the sale.

The renowned Tinian marble has been used extensively throughout.

Accommodation

The property includes two separate residences: the main, 3-storey tower and a separate guest house.

Main residence:
Total size exceeds 175 m2.

Ground floor:
- Master bedroom with marble fireplace, in what used to be a chapel, en-suite WC and bathroom (with a huge bathtub) and dressing area
- Guest room and guest bathroom
- lobby area
- staiway to first floor.

First floor:
- Large living/ dining room with marble fireplace
- separate kitchen with many cupboards and shelves
- bathroom (with shower)
- storeroom/ utility room
- stairway to ground and second floors
- large terraces with handcrafted stone barbecue, pergola and 2 outside seating/ dining areas
- from the terraces, access to small storeroom with shower.

Second floor:
- large bedroom/ study/ playroom
- large terrace with seating area.

Small (guest) house:
Total size around 45 m2.

- Large living area with kitchenette and fireplace
- steps down to bathroom with shower and small sleeping area (fits double)
- steps up to mezannine - full size double bedroom.

Features

The property has its own water tank with automatic pump in case of shortage of running water from the village (very rare but not impossible in Cyclades islands).

Price: 800,000 euro for the 2 houses

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Location
Walking distance to village with basic amenities
6.5km from Tinos town and port
1.5 hour with high speed boat from Piraeus or Rafina, or 4 hours by ferry
20 min by ferry to Syros or Mykonos - then, 30 min flight to Athens.

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Editor's comment

A property for the discerning, oozing character and combining the best of Greek island style with modern comfort.

Built at a time when the prosperous Cycladic islands were plaqued by pirates, this mansion allowed its occupants to defend themselves and to see the pirate ships coming well in advance.

Today, the house is a place of discovery and a constant feast of the senses with its quirky layout, different levels and hideaways, where one can relax and enjoy the views.

About Tinos

The island of Tinos displays all the features of a typical Aegean island - natural sandy beaches, mild climate, beautiful countryside. In addition, it has a rich cultural background and a distinct architectural style. Intricately decorated dovecotes, like the one shown above, are found all over the island.

The greenish-white Tinos marble is one of the best and it is still being used today by local sculptors. The island is the birthplace of many distinguished Greek artists and it hosts one of Greece's Art Universities.

The island is also famous for its magnificent Church of Megalohari, with the miraculous icon of Virgin Mary. On the 15th of August each year (a day dedicated to Virgin Mary), the island is visited by thousands of Greek and foreign visitors.

Tinos is accessible by boat from the ports of Piraeus and Rafina with daily departures all year.

It is also possible to fly to the nearby islands of Syros or Mykonos, and then go to Tinos by a short ferry trip. In summer, Mykonos connects by international charter flights to many European cities.