Above the bay of Syvota on the southern coastline of Lefkada, this contemporary hillside residence looks across a series of small green islands and deep blue Ionian inlets, with uninterrupted panoramic views extending far into the open sea beyond. Positioned high above the coastline, the house combines privacy with a constant visual connection to the water, while the surrounding hillsides remain densely covered with olive trees and Mediterranean vegetation.
The architecture is modern but restrained, using pale stone, white render and large glazed openings to keep the focus on the landscape outside. Arranged across approximately 170 sqm, the interiors are designed around the view, with the principal living spaces opening directly onto broad terraces facing the bay. High ceilings and carefully placed openings allow natural light to move through the house throughout the day, while the elevated position captures the sea breeze even during the warmest summer months.
The main living area combines sitting, dining and kitchen spaces within an open-plan layout that feels calm and informal rather than overly structured. Contemporary lighting, natural materials and selected artworks add colour and texture against the otherwise neutral palette, while wide sliding doors dissolve the boundary between interior and exterior living. From nearly every part of the house, the water remains visible beyond the terraces and infinity pool.
Three bedrooms and three bathrooms continue the same architectural language, combining simplicity with direct orientation towards the landscape. Several bedrooms open onto private terraces overlooking the bay, while floor-to-ceiling glazing allows the changing colours of the sea and hills to become part of the interior atmosphere throughout the day. The bathrooms are understated and contemporary, finished in stone and warm timber tones with carefully integrated lighting.
The outdoor areas form the centre of the property during the summer season. A long infinity-edge pool projects towards the horizon, positioned to visually merge with the Ionian below. Around it, broad stone terraces create multiple areas for sitting, dining and sunbathing, while a shaded outdoor dining space sits slightly elevated above the pool itself. The surrounding land remains largely natural, with low planting and dry stone retaining walls allowing the coastline and sea views to remain entirely unobstructed.
In the late afternoon, the light across the Ionian begins to soften and the small islands scattered throughout the bay become more defined against the water. Reflections from the sea move continuously across the pool surface while the hillside behind the house gradually falls into shadow. A bottle of local wine left on the terrace beside the last light of the evening feels entirely suited to the rhythm of the setting.
The property combines contemporary comfort with one of the most commanding viewpoints in the Syvota area, while remaining within easy reach of the coastline, nearby beaches and the sailing routes of the Ionian Islands.
Eligible for the Greek Golden Visa and Non Dom Programme.