Lydia Cavehouse  

Perched in the heart of Oia, Santorini, Lydia Cavehouse is a centrally located cave-style villa that drops you into village life. Oia Castle, the Naval Museum and the Santorini Old Harbor are within easy walking distance; the central square is a 3-minute stroll and Ammoudi Beach about 2,625 ft away. Athinios Port and Santorini Airport are roughly 11 miles from the property.

Housed in a 19th-century building, the minimally decorated Lydia Cavehouse blends classic local architecture with modern touches. The open-plan layout features three open bedrooms on different levels, a main bedroom with a walk-in closet, built-in sofas in the living area and a fully equipped kitchen. Marble-basin bathrooms with rain showers, an indoor plunge pool and a rooftop terrace with Aegean and caldera views complete the vibe.

Stand-out features include an indoor plunge pool, a rooftop terrace for sunset shots, sea-and-caldera views and sun loungers for lazy afternoons. Entertainment extras include a flat-screen TV, DVD player and iPod dock. Elevator access improves accessibility, and laundry service is available on request.

Free WiFi is available throughout the villa.

An on-site restaurant serves local cuisine so you can sample Santorini flavors without leaving the property. The villa also has a monastery-style dining table and a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher for casual breakfasts or self-catered meals.