Canaves Epitome Santorini’s Most Exclusive Five-Bedroom Villa Offering
Perched above the picturesque fishing town of Ammoudi, Canaves Epitome is inspired by traditional Cycladic architecture and crafted from volcanic rock, combining natural materials with modern design – a style that stands apart from Santorini’s traditional, white-washed structures. It is the only property on the island that offers both sea and sunset views from the privacy of each of the 53 suites and villas. Canaves Epitome invites guests to experience traditional yet modern elegance in the island’s only five-bedroom exclusive use villa. The unique offering is a completely private, five-bedroom, five-bathroom masterpiece, with an expansive outdoor entertaining space, kitchen, dining room, gym, treatment room and infinity pool, and offers the most secluded escape for those looking to escape the crowds in Oia. Guests in residence can wander through the manicured gardens to Elements Restaurant & Bar, where the local gastronomy is on full display with a tasting menu featuring fresh scallops and ‘sofigado’ – a rich Greek stew – served on a floating deck. The property’s second restaurant, Omnia, immerses guests deep into a cinematic Aegean dining experience choreographed around a statement pool ‘stage’, playfully showcasing a fusion of local fresh fish and traditional mezzes from sunset to late moon. Embracing ‘philoxenia’ – the ancient Greek value of hospitality – the Chaidemenos family is dedicated to creating once-in-a-lifetime experiences that resonate in the hearts of their guests long after they depart the hotels, embracing each visitor as an extended member of their family. Whether a perfectly planned intimate wedding celebration, or a memorable family retreat, Canaves Epitome offers the ultimate in bespoke Greek hospitality, ideal for travellers looking to rediscover the authentic beauty of Santorini.
HOW: Rates for the five-bedroom villa at Canaves Epitome start from £2,800 per night and sleeps up to 14 guests. For more information visit: www.canaves.com/canaves-oia-epitome
DISCOVER THE BRAND-NEW AUREA IBIZA RESIDENCES BY ALMAE COLLECTION
Almae Collection is proud to reveal the latest addition to its collection: Aurea Ibiza Residences. Located in the north-east of Ibiza, just a short drive from the picturesque harbour village of Santa Eularia, the breathtaking indoor-meets-outdoor six-bedroom residence is set in 10 hectares of lush private gardens and pinewoods with spectacular Mediterranean Sea views. Designed in keeping with the bohemian spirit of the White Isle, the fully equipped residence is complete with an expansive living area, fully equipped indoor and outdoor kitchen and bar, and formal dining room. The main house features two en-suite master bedrooms, with five further bungalows all with private access, terraces, and sea views. The jewel of the residence is the spectacular outdoor swimming pool, with views of Tagomago Island, in addition to a yoga terrace, children’s playground, pétanque strip, beach volleyball court and outdoor cinema. With private beach access to a small cove below, the residence is a tranquil haven for laid-back sun filled days on the sought-after northeastern coast of the island, and just a stone’s throw from Ibiza’s best beaches, including Cala de Sant Vincent and Aigues Blanques. Aurea Residences also offers bespoke concierge services to guests and can arrange private chefs, mixologists, yoga instructors, personal trainers, and drivers.
HOW: Rates at Aurea Ibiza Residences start from €35,000 per week (currently approx. £29,960), including full access to the villa’s amenities. For more information, please contact: contact@aureaibiza.com
THE PRIVATE RESERVE AT SIX SENSES ZIGHY BAY, OMAN THE ULTIMATE FOUR-BEDROOM BEACHFRONT ENCLAVE
Nestled in Oman’s dramatic Musandam Peninsula, where rugged mountains dive into vibrant emerald waters, across a powdery sand beach, Six Senses Zighy Bay, part of IHG’s luxury and lifestyle portfolio, offers a plethora of unique experiences in a village-inspired resort. The Private Reserve is the ultimate four-bedroom beachfront enclave with an exquisite private pool, serene privacy, and unparalleled ocean views. Located at the secluded end of Zighy Bay, tucked up against the mountain, on its own stretch of private beach, The Private Reserve has been carefully designed to reflect the traditional local Omani architecture. Its exclusive entrance leads to an open court which overlooks the three buildings that make this a true Arabian Palace of Wonders. With its four bedrooms, the Private Reserve – the largest of its type in the Middle East – offers a variety of separate living and dining room areas for entertaining, a wine cellar, staff quarters, a 60 feet (17 meters) infinity swimming pool and a 24/7 GEM (Guest Experience Maker). Guests staying in The Retreat will also have a VIP meet and greet at Dubai International Airport, as well as round trip transfers to Six Senses Zighy Bay. Guests can spend days relaxing in the award-winning Six Senses Spa or enjoying incredible dining experiences such as Sense on the Edge, which clings dramatically to the cliffs, plus several other venues with international and regionally inspired cuisine. The laid-back resort, reflecting a traditional Omani village with palm-shaded pathways and bicycle-friendly tracks features a one-mile stretch of pristine beach and is also home to the only saltwater pool in the GCC.
HOW: Rates at The Private Reserve at Six Senses Zighy Bay, part of IHG’s luxury and lifestyle portfolio start from £7,500 per night on a B&B basis
ISLAS SECAS UNVEILS CASA CAVADA A SPECTACULAR, BRAND-NEW SUPER VILLA OFFERING
The extraordinary archipelago of Islas Secas is delighted to unveil Casa Cavada, a staggering feat of engineering built in harmony with the natural beauty of the Eastern Tropical Pacific. This next-generation super-villa-style offering is the newest addition to the archipelago: a completely private, four-bedroom, four-bathroom indoor-meets-outdoor home, complete with expansive sitting room, kitchen and dining room, gym, bar, semi-Olympic infinity pool, and secluded beach, as well as a dedicated chef and house manager for the ultimate secluded, personalized escape. Unfolding across 8,300ft2 (770m2), Casa Cavada showcases one-of-a-kind architectural design by Hart Howerton, gorgeous interiors created by Studio Tre, and beautiful local craftsmanship throughout. The infinity pool is breathtaking. 25 metres long by four metres wide, with a sideward curvature facing west to provide a perfect, uninterrupted view of the sunset, the pool is an homage to the horizon beyond its missing edge, merging with the sea and sky. With water conservation in mind, a cistern underneath the pool deck collects rainwater to replenish any evaporation. The extraordinary archipelago of Islas Secas is located 20 miles off the coast in Panama – a spectacular paradise where sustainability and conservation meet elegant design, exceptional cuisine, warm, anticipatory service, and a breadth of experiences. Delivering tailored experiences, the property promises the ultimate all-inclusive luxury getaway. Guests of Casa Cavada benefit from the exclusive inclusions at Islas Secas: fine wine and inspired dining at soaring, vaulted Terraza and the handsome Balboa Bar, thrilling adventures by land and by sea guided by a warm team of experts, a rejuvenating spa treatment per guest per stay, and daily yoga in a tropical setting.
HOW: Rates at Casa Cavada start from $20,000 per night sleeping up to eight guests on an all-inclusive basis. For more information visit: islassecas.com
DISCOVER THE LESSER-KNOWN REGION OF VAL DI NOTO STAYING AT THE PRIVATE VILLAS AT IL SAN CORRADO DI NOTO
Italian island escapes don’t get much better than Il San Corrado di Noto; a transformed ancient masseria, in Val di Noto, Sicily’s serene UNESCO World Heritage destination. The first boutique resort of its kind in the region Il San Corrado di Noto is the perfect option for travellers looking for a slice of Sicilian authenticity, fabulous food, exceptional service and an abundance of space and privacy. With heritage and wellbeing at its heart, the resort is home to just 26 suites and eight pool villas, two swimming pools, including an expansive 100m long heated pool as well as a spa, comprising a hammam, Finnish sauna, frigidarium, solarium and relaxation space, fitness suite and tennis court. Serving grown up glamour at its very best, the property is steeped in elegance, total privacy, contemporary Baroque charm, bright and spacious design. Each spacious suite is complete with an outdoor patio, while the one- and two-bedroom pool villas offer flexible accommodation options for couples, friends, and families. Guests can spend their days relaxing by one of the two outdoor swimming pools and savouring the peace and quiet, indulging in a treatment at the Resort Spa, dining on long languid lunches of freshly made pasta at Osteria Casa Pasta, tasting the finest Sicilian gastronomy at destination dining Principe di Belludia and sampling fine wine at the resort wine cellar, Cantina. Active aficionados can soothe the mind, body and soul with an outdoor private yoga class while enjoying the stunning views out over the surrounding countryside or discover the lesser-known region and its history dating from 664 BC. Other experiences include wine, cheese and olive tasting, as well as cooking classes and truffle hunting. Perfect for sun drenched days, the resort also operates a private beach club in the summer months which is located a short drive from the property, accessible via a complimentary shuttle service.
HOW: Rates at Il San Corrado di Noto start from €750 (currently approx. £640) per night on a B&B basis. www.ilsancorradodinoto.com
INTRODUCING LA ROQQA’S BRAND-NEW PENTHOUSE: THE CARAVAGGIO SUITE THE CHICEST ITALIAN PENTHOUSE, WHERE 1960’s DOLCE VITA MEETS COASTAL ELEGANCE
LA ROQQA has unveiled its brand-new, ultra-chic penthouse; The Caravaggio Suite – a masterpiece of design and comfort. Uncluttered and refined, The Caravaggio Suite takes luxury to new heights, occupying the entire top floor with four panoramic terraces offering a 360° view spanning the sea, Porto Ercole, Monte Argentario, and the gentle hills of Maremma. Bathed in natural light, the space features three king-size bedrooms, a large separate living room, and terraces that invite guests to soak in the stunning scenery. Inside, the intricate ‘nuvolatura’ lime plaster technique on the walls, terracotta hues, and handcrafted vintage furnishings elevate the authentic Italian aesthetic. The penthouse can be booked in full as The Caravaggio Suite, or separately to create three individual suites. One section of this division, The Erasmo Panoramic Sea View Suite, honours Saint Erasmo, the patron saint of sailors, reflecting the hotel’s deep connection to the local heritage. Caravaggio, the renowned artist and the Penthouse’s name’s sake, also has a historical connection to Porto Ercole, where he spent his final days and is buried. His dramatic and naturalistic style, influenced by the Venetian tradition, gained him fame and remains celebrated today. Tucked away on a small Tuscan Island off Italy’s West coast, the new 55-room and suite boutique hotel has been crafted under the ethos of ‘new simplicity’ and offers a unique blend of modern elegance and timeless charm inspired by the glitz of 1960s Dolce Vita. Designed by renowned Milanese design house, Palomba e Serafini Associati, LA ROQQA celebrates minimalism through carefully curated architectural elements and materials – iron accents, bespoke colours, ambient lighting, and textures enhance the hotel’s façade, which is reminiscent of traditional Tuscan terracotta houses.
HOW: Rates at LA ROQQA start from €435 (currently approx. £370) on a B&B basis and includes daily loungers at Isolotto Beach Club. For more information, visit: www.laroqqa.com
