Upon entering La Maltese Estate, one experiences the truly unexpected. Albeit classed as a small luxury hotel, this caldera villa exudes the ambience of a privileged "members only" private club. Its unique setting is distinguished by plump sofas and armchairs and expertly sourced antiques and oriental rugs. A grand piano, opulent mirrors and chandeliers add to a sense of privileged occasion.

Steeped in history, magnificently perched 250 metres above the waters of the awe – inspiring Santorini caldera, this Santorini mansion, provides total exclusivity and privilege in its private villa atmosphere. With no formal reception, this is a destination private Cyclades villa, where guest’ wishes are tantamount.

The charming story behind this provocatively beautiful Santorini villa is that it was named after the adjacent Greek Orthodox Church "Madonna La Maltese". This is a Santorini mansion that expresses the flair and enchantment of a forgotten era.

Owned originally by a sea – faring Greek Captain of the 1900’s, this neo - classical Santorini mansion has been painstaking renovated using deluxe materials and fine craftsmanship into one of the finest, luxurious Santorini, if not Cyclades villas.

Stepping through the doors of this private villa, through opulent archways, out into the rays of the Aegean sun and on to the expansive 250 square metre veranda on the Santorini caldera’s rim, is to step into a world of refinement where the neo - classical details of this Cyclades villa redefine luxury and indulgence.

Designed more in the feel of a magnificent private residence, this is a Santorini villa that provides a graceful sanctuary where one can enjoy the art de vivre and enchanting atmosphere of times gone by.

Villa La Maltese is a caldera villa of exclusivity and privacy, a privileged world of culture; where wine tasting basked in the glow of dramatically hued sunsets accompanies gourmet cuisine and highly individualized, bespoke service.

An individual room, suite, or the whole villa can be booked upon request.