Villa Axis

Escape to sunnier climes on the southwest coast of Cyprus, with a private swimming pool and magical sea views at three-bedroom Villa Axis in Paphos. Cherished by holiday goers for its laid-back atmosphere, sparkling beaches and UNESCO-listed sites, it’s one of the best picks for a relaxing and cultural adventure. The location for this top-end villa couldn’t be more on-point; set high in the hillside, surrounded by 234 hectares of landscaped grounds and mountains. It’s part of a resort, so you have access to high-quality facilities too including tennis courts, a golf course and a restaurant.

With a beautiful and generously-sized garden and pool terrace area where children can play on soft grass and adults can relax, this villa is ideal for friends and families alike. The villa’s grounds include a sheltered patio area with dining table – perfect for eating al fresco while soaking up the tranquil atmosphere – a covered parking spot, plenty of places to put your feet up and barbeque facilities. Fragrant shrubs, plants and various kinds of native Cypriot flowers complete the serene setting.

Inside, the décor is bright and welcoming with large windows flooding the rooms with beautiful natural light. The open-plan lounge, kitchen and dining area has comfortable sofas, a television and a six-seater dining table. For when you’d like to eat in, there’s a microwave and electric oven and hob. Plus an integrated dishwasher to make cleaning up effortless. You can pick up fresh local produce in Paphos centre, a short 20-minute drive away. There’s a myriad of shops, supermarkets and bakeries. Or, for dining out traditional tavernas with fresh food await you.

The bedrooms at Villa Axis are all equally stylish and serene. The master has an elegant en-suite marble bathroom, while the twin bedroom is next to another bathroom with ‘luxe’ bathtub. The third twin bedroom is on the lower level, and features fitted wardrobes and cupboards – plenty of space to store your belongings. With an additional bathroom too, you won’t be fighting over the shower in the morning. Extra homely features include air conditioning, beach towels and a safe.