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Mansion Sophia- Famous Santorini Villa - Car Rental included- Private & Spacious

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Pool
2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4120 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Santorini, South Aegean
  • Place, Antoniou Winery
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santorini Caldera
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Venetsanos Winery
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Thira (JTR-Santorini National)
    ‪10 min drive‬

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Exterior
Grand View
Santorini
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
4.8 out of 5, Exceptional, 432 reviews
The price is AU$123
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
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About the area

Santorini

With a stay at this villa in Santorini, you'll be by the sea, a 4-minute walk from Santorini Caldera and a 5-minute drive from Athinios Port. .This family-friendly villa is 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Kamari Beach and 11.7 mi (18.9 km) from Oia Blue Dome Church Viewpoint.
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What's nearby

  • Antoniou Winery - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Gavalas Vineyard - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santorini Caldera - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Venetsanos Winery - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Santo Wines - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Santorini National Airport (JTR) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Γρηγόρης Παραδοσιακός Φούρνος - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Mythos - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Santo Wines - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Spartakos Restoraunt - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Alchemia Lounge Cuisine - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Mansion Sophia- Famous Santorini Villa - Car Rental included- Private & Spacious


Mansion Sophia, a house beloved by photographers and featured in many magazines around the world, is located in the peaceful traditional village of Megalochori, a short drive away from the best attractions & beaches of the island.This famous mansion was built around the mid-19th century and inhabited by one of the feudal wine-exporting landlords of the island at that time.. Access to the house is through imposing large wooden entrance gates into a secluded and very pretty private courtyard, with garden and a beautiful Moroccan-style swimming pool. There is also a smaller courtyard where the guests can enjoy dining «al fresco» under the Santorini skies. The mansion has been beautifully renovated to provide all modern amenities (air conditioning, satellite TV & Netflix, Sonos Audio System) yet retaining the character and style of the original house.
Mansion Sophia is perfect for those who desire absolute relaxation in the utmost atmospheric environment.

-A manual 5-seat Car Rental (Nissan Micra or similar) is offered complimentary for the duration of your stay.
Regarding last minute reservations, the car rental availability cant be guaranteed, depending upon the agent's availability.

KYANI E.E. TAX ID 997877029
MITE REGISTRATION NUMBER: 1039667
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned villa, which features a private pool and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as cooking classes or take in the view from a garden. This villa also features concierge services, babysitting, and barbecue grills.
Breakfast is available for a fee.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car available
  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Meal delivery service
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Cooking classes
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,292 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 1039667

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Famous Villa Car Private Transfer

Famous Santorini Car Private Transfer

Famous Car Private Transfer

Famous Santorini Villa Car Private Transfer Included

Famous Santorini Villa With Private Pool Car Private Transfer

Mansion Sophia- Famous Santorini Villa - Car Rental included- Private & Spacious Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
This was a wonderful place to stay! The place is clean, spacious and comfortable. It has a private outdoor area with a private pool and sitting area which we really enjoyed. It is quiet and settled within the charm of Megalochori. I loved feeling like we were experiencing true Santorini culture as we got to walk through the white walled streets to our place. It is within walking distance of several restaurants. The host was very helpful. They met us and showed us the home in detail to get us settled and then gave us advice on how to optimize our time in Santorini which was so helpful. The car rental was easy and allowed us to travel where and when we wanted. For us - this was the perfect way to experience Santorini. We could go into the busy areas when we wanted to but then go home to the quiet and charm of Megalochori to rest and relax. Everything was as stated in the advance information, the hosts were wonderful and very helpful. We loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tyffany B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mansion Sophia is beautifully nestled within the village. With it's own private pool courtyard and rustic charm. Absolutely loved the village charm!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Debbie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning villa in very secluded, beautiful setting. Maybe not one for the elderly or young children due to all the steps but for us, perfect. Very helpful and warm welcome from Konstantinos. Lots of lovely restaurants only 2 minutes walk. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Mansion Sophia

Beautiful space to stay. The village of Megalochori is a true gem. Very quiet place with friendly people and a labyrinth of walkways that take you to wonderful sites. This property is impeccable, and is more beautiful than the pictures. Everything at the villa is taken care of so well. Anything you may need is there. Takis and Konstantinos are outstanding to work with and made my trip a real pleasure. Megalochori is close to everything but far away enough from the port areas to experience the local culture. Great traditional restaurants, shops and a bakery are just steps away from your door. Highly Recommend and definitely will be going back.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sylwia W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location

The villa had everything we were looking for and more . Everything was exactly as shown on the pictures and descriptions. Beautiful and spacious both inside and outside , also you can come up to the roof area and we were lucky enough to also spot some fireworks on our last night . The pool was perfect for the kids to cool off after exploring the Island.. The villa is located in a beautiful Megalochori, close to the bakery ,local restaurant, shops and you can even pick up some souvenirs . We fell in love with the town , local people were very friendly and you get a glimpse of Greek culture. I would definitely pick this location again for our next Santorini stay .Great communication with the host from beginning to end , our pick up from the airport was arranged as well . We were welcomed with a bottle of a local Santorini wine which was very very good .Konstantinos gave us great tips of all the amazing places to visit and answered any questions we had .Big plus was also a car rental which was included with the villa , that saved us a hassle of finding rental places . Everything was planned by the host so it made it easier on us and so it was less stressful . Overall we are extremely happy and I can honestly recommend this amazing villa located in beautiful Megalochori. Thank you once again for having us and making our stay so special .
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne T.

Liked: Cleanliness

This is THE place to stay!

Wow. Absolutely beautiful property. It’s even better than the pictures. The pool was pristine, the decor was perfection and the views were stunning. The host reached out to us immediately after we booked. He scheduled transportation for us from the ferry so we didn’t have to figure that out on our own. The concierge, Konstantinos, met us when we arrived and showed us around the house. (I noticed that when he was rolling my suitcase along the path to the house that he paused and lifted it up when we came across water on the path so the wheels of my luggage did not go through the water) He sat down with us and made notes on a map with suggestions for site seeing, shopping and dining. He recommended tours and offered to get reservations for us. He made sure we had his contact number and when we texted him later with a question about the air conditioning, he responded immediately. We’ll recommend this listing for anyone we know that plans to travel to Santorini for vacation. Ten stars!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful!

I stayed here mid-April for a nice relaxing holiday with my husband and 2 teenage sons - and boy did it deliver! We loved the house, pool and the gorgeous outside areas and the weather was perfect (sunny and mid 20s degrees). Megalochori is a wonderful little traditional village and probably the best village to stay in out of the ones that we visited on the island. It is beautiful and nice and quiet in April although it might have been better a week or so later when the local restaurants open, but we were still happy with the fabulous family bakery and the 2 local eateries that were open and within walking distance, and not forgetting Mr Scoops for his coffee and ice cream, literally a minute’s walk away. We didn't expect a full maid service every day so that was a bonus and combined with the help and advice from Takis and Evgenia, it felt more like a 5 star hotel than a villa rental. We had a late flight and Evgenia met us in the village and took us to the villa and told us everything we wanted to know about the house and island. She was so lovely and we were able to WhatsApp her whenever we had a question about anything and she replied immediately, nothing was too much bother. Having a car was a welcome addition and the roads weren’t too bad. The local wineries had an open free wine tasting session in the Symposion Cultural Centre, which was next door to the villa, so that a was an unexpected highlight – thanks to Evgenia for telling us about it. Fabulous holiday!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay

The property is older, but very well maintained and equipped. Pool is private, courtyard is cheerful. Property manager is available and promptly responsive. Housekeeper attends daily. The property is within a very short walk of at least four nice indoor-outdoor restaurants and tavernas. The fact that a rental car was included in the package was very convenient and handy. Overall, a most enjoyable venue.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellyse W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Paradise

We spent a week in Santorini, with half our time at this villa. If we could go back and change anything, it’s that we would’ve stayed here the entire week! It’s private courtyard allowed for peaceful moments together, and was walking distance to several restaurants and shops. Takis was the best host, arranging reservations, excursions, drivers, massages and private dinners for us. He went above and beyond to help us when we had flight delays into the island. We hope to return soon and bring our family to share this special place! Thank you thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Words can't describe . . .

This place is magical. Nothing more to say.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Toni P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

Couldn’t have been more wonderful! The concierge was excellent took care of all I need and was there every time we had any issues I needed help! I would definitely recommend Mansion Sophia for a wonderful, romantic getaway interstate in a quaint little village in Greece!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zachary L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Honeymoon

My wife and I stayed in Mansion Sophia and absolutely fell in love with Santorini. Everything about that place is just as decribed on the listing. We made tons of memories on our week long stay. Everyone that we met there was super friendly, and always willing to answer any question that you may have. We would highly recommend staying at this property and should we go back to Santorini we will definitely be booking the same place again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just Amazing! Such a great place in a great little village!

We had an amazing stay and we will be coming back and recommending this to friends and family and hope to come back ourself!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joshua F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect vacation villa

We loved staying in Mansion Sofia. The courtyard and pool offered us our own private slice of paradise. The house has an authentic old-world charm. It was fully equipped with everything we needed. Takis made the whole booking process very easy and was responsive when we had questions. Mansion Sofia is a 2-minute walk from a variety of restaurants in the town square and a family-owned winery that is worth a visit. We enjoyed exploring the quiet, winding streets of Megalchori and preferred the atmosphere of a traditional village to the faster pace and hoards of tourists in Fira and Oia.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pretty Traditional village stay

Villa Sophia is in the heart of pretty village Megalochori ! 2 minutes walk from bars, restaurants and shops. It is a very quaint traditional villa with dark wood and traditional fittings! The bed was so comfortable and the pool was perfect to cool down in - it was very hot during our stay but inside the villa was cool and the bedroom had air con so comfortable temperature was maintained throughout! The car hire that came with the villa was very easy too ! We turned up at desk inside terminal, gave name and 10 mins later drove away in car ! Parking is in a car park roughly 4min walk from villa ! Everything you need is in the villa for a stay there! And both Takis and Konstantinos were only a call away should you require anything or any assistance! We loved our stay here and totally recommend a stay at this beautiful quaint villa set in a pretty traditional village. Everyone we met was so friendly and helpful. Thank you so much for making our stay so special and wonderful! 😊😍
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Family Vacation

Everything about our stay was fantastic. Both Takis and Konstantinos communicated often and ensured we had a great stay. The village is so charming and quiet. All of the recommendations for places to eat were delicious. We would definitely stay here again. THANK YOU.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mikenna M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect stay!

Family of 4, could not have picked a better and more relaxing place to stay. The concierge service was amazing and made the stay even better. We would definitely return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent accommodation in beautiful village

We would definitely recommend Mansion Sophia highly. Very well appointed and equipped accommodation. Megalochori is a beautifully restored village and virtually pedestrianised apart from the occasional local in a small car or moped, with little or no traffic past the villa. It's a short walk to the square with around 8 restaurants within 10 minutes walk and a wonderful bakery (good for lunchtime sandwiches) around 10 minutes walk - this also sells milk water etc and is open long hours. The caldera is in fact only a short walk from the villa so instead of the crowded streets of Oia, far better to take in the sunset here where there were very people and probably a better view. The transfers and hire car were very well organised. Jackie the concierge greeted us in the village on arrival from the airport, booked our outbound taxi and met us on departure. There is a mobile phone to contact Jackie with any issues which was reassuring. We would recommend a visit to Symposion a music and art centre which is just a few steps away from the villa - we attended a really interesting evening concert of original Greek music using traditional instruments. Overall a very enjoyable stay - Santorini is well worth a visit as it is visually stunning and extremely interesting. There must be few places in the world where one can experience a volcano so closely.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Small slice of paradise

I will start with the fact that we have rented places in the states, Europe, and Mexico and if you do your homework, never has VRBO let me down. This place is exactly as the photos show. It has 2 bedrooms and one bath and AC is provided in both bedrooms. The bathroom is good size and the hot water worked great. If you really want to avoid the hussle of the over crowded other cities in Santorini, then this is the place you want to be at. In addition you get a rental car so you can drive anywhere on the island you want. The villa is very private with a lockable front gate to the courtyard and it is located just a very short walk from the main square. The swimming pool and courtyard area made the afternoons perfect for a nap and swimming after touring around. There are several restaurants, a mini store, coffee/ice cream shop, and a bakery all very close by too. The only caution I have is that the single bathroom is accessed through the master bedroom. For a family this is fine but for two adult couples this could be an issue. Nearly everything we needed for cooking a simple home cooked meal was in the villa. A TV is provided but we really never watched it. The WI-FI worked great and the Sonos music system was a nice touch. There is also a cell phone provided for local calls and to contact Jackie if needed. She was always very fast to respond. Takis also helped us make any tour arrangements or dinner reservation ahead of time. Several times we would come back to the villa and people were taking their photos at the front entry gate. It has lovely landscaping both inside and around the villa entrance. All around a very nice place that we would rent again when in Santorini.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Donna M., Massachusetts

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful villa in stunning, private setting

After spending two days in lovely but very busy Oia, this home was a beautiful change of pace. The pool and flower strewn patio were lovely and the village of Megalochori was charming and quiet. Jackie provided us with everything we needed and offered recommendations for activities to enjoy. The rental car allowed us to explore island highlights such as beaches (Red Beach) and Pyrgos (the view from Franco’s cafe after 6 pm is breathtaking and allows a birds eye view of the island). Our favorite restaurant of our stay on Santorini was Metaxi Mas—be sure to make a reservation and ask to be seated on the lower outdoor patio for a beautiful sunset view of the interior part of the the island that some may miss!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Libby W.

Beautiful villa in picturesque little village

We had a wonderful family holiday here. The villa was lovely, especially the pool, where we spent most of our time. Everything ran really smoothly and all the people we met were really helpful (transfer driver, housekeepers, check-in rep). The villa is situated on a quiet side street, but within a moment you're in a quaint village square, with wonderful restaurants and a beautiful old church. My husband visited the local bakery every morning for fresh bread and croissants. There was a supermarket within 5-10min drive too. The only negative was that our sons couldn't stand up in the pool (aged 4&6), which parents of young children may want to consider. Lovely, relaxing holiday. Just a final word for families with young kids - there's not a whole lot for kids to do in Megalochori - Santorini is more geared to adults. That said, our boys were really happy playing in the pool, reading books and playing with a few toys we brought with us. However if your family are more into active days out, this might not be the place for you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ron S.

Mansion Sophia June 2018

We stayed for three lovely nights at your beautiful property. The accommodations were first class, tasteful, and clean. Perfect for our family of four. We had an amazing trip to the island with perfect weather, beautiful skylight, and we settled in quite nicely to the relaxed vibe of Megalochori. Would definitely recommend this Mansion Sophia to anyone visiting Santorini looking for an easy, elegant get away. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

cecilia v.

Perfect vacation home and stay

Absolutely loved our stay, dream vacation home. From the friendly driver who met us at the ferry to the car rental that came to the home and the complimentary bottle of wine .. vacation home was perfect. The traditional town of Megalochori was charming and picturesque. Plan to stay in this home again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Peter H.

Wonderful accommodation

Absolutely perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Barry H., Born In Toronto Canada.... living in Chicago USA

I don't think words can describe how beautiful romantic and absolutely gorgeous "Mansion Sophia" is.

The small walk from town center along the thin roads to Sophia was so exciting but when you turn the keys and walk up the stairs to Sophia the words WOW Stunning and OMG come to mind. The lush gardens are undescribable. Gorgeous plants flowers and foliage everywhere surrounding a beautiful pool. This was my favorite place in Sophia and because it is set high in the village and has large beautiful while walls and lush foliage everywhere the privacy was outstanding, like a small piece of Heaven. The house was unreal, a full traditional Greek village mountain home. The doorway into the kitchen you had to actually duck to get into, just added to its quaintness . The bedrooms were beautiful and the beds great. This was the most romantic place my wife and I have ever been. The town of Megalochori is so traditional, quaint and so full of character and charm. The people of the village were so charming and friendly full of character. Sophia was only 200 yards away from 4 great restaurants shops and the church is gorgeous. To top all of this off they provided us a car for our stay there and we were so central on Santorini that we could be anywhere on the Island in 20-30 minutes drive. If you are thinking of staying at Sophia, grab it quickly as it is the most beautiful place my wife and I have ever stayed at in the world Thank you Mansion Sophia for an unforgettable experience!!! Barry and Luiza Hutchings
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017