Paxos, Ionian Islands, Greece

There is something wonderfully evocative about Fiorella. Set among the olive groves of Magazia, this characterful stone villa is surrounded by 6,500 sq.m. of private land, with views stretching across the island's wooded landscape towards the blue of the Ionian Sea.

Built in the traditional island style, with local stone, green shutters and a terracotta-tiled roof, the 258 sq.m. villa sits naturally within its surroundings. Stone terraces and old olive trees frame the house, while the generous grounds create a wonderful sense of space and seclusion.

Inside, Fiorella has an individuality all its own, full of warmth and character.

The main living and dining area is open and wonderfully spacious, with rich wooden floors, a stone fireplace and an impressive double-height ceiling. Exposed timber beams rise overhead, while a pale wooden staircase leads to the gallery above, adding architectural interest and a feeling of openness to the room. Windows capture the surrounding greenery and, beyond it, glimpses of the sea.

The separate kitchen is bright and practical, with white cabinetry, integrated appliances and timber detailing continuing overhead. Throughout the house, natural materials bring warmth and character, with wood and stone appearing in different forms from floor to ceiling.

Four bedrooms and three bathrooms are arranged across the villa's three levels. The upper floor is particularly appealing: tucked beneath a dramatic pitched timber roof, it has the atmosphere of a spacious loft, with pale wooden floors, built-in storage and ample room for sleeping, sitting and working areas. Part of the property is also arranged as an independent guest apartment with its own kitchenette, allowing family and friends to enjoy a greater degree of privacy.

Outside is where Fiorella's possibilities really begin, among olive trees and open skies.

The 6,500 sq.m. grounds are scattered with mature olive trees and enclosed by traditional stone walls, creating an unmistakably Paxiot landscape. There is abundant space for outdoor dining and seating areas and, subject to the necessary permissions, the potential to introduce a swimming pool and further landscaping, creating a beautiful outdoor setting beneath the olives.

From its elevated position, the property looks out across a patchwork of olive-covered hills towards the Ionian Sea. Magazia lies in the heart of Paxos, placing the villa within easy reach of the island's villages, beaches and famously clear waters while retaining the peaceful atmosphere of the countryside.

Fiorella is not about polished minimalism or contemporary perfection. Its appeal lies somewhere more personal: in stone warmed by the sun, timber ceilings, old olive trees and flashes of blue sea through the landscape. With generous interiors, extensive grounds and considerable potential, it is a home with character already in place and plenty of room for its next owner to make it entirely their own.

This property is eligible for both the Golden Visa and the Greek Non Dom Program