SantoriniParadise: HELIOS villa, hot tub, amazing sunset views, dream vacation!

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A seaside view with boats, a sunset, and a table with fruit and wine glasses.
A white building with a blue door and stairs leading to a balcony overlooking the sea.
A spacious bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a large mirror, and a door with blue shutters.
A sunset view from a window overlooking a body of water with a ship and a distant shoreline.
A room with a view of the sunset over the sea, a blue door, a potted plant, and a vase with a flower.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Oia Blue Dome Church Viewpoint

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Hot tub on site
  • Toys
  • Cots available
  • Breakfast included
  • Kitchenette

Explore the area

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Oia, Santorini
  • Place, Oia Blue Dome Church Viewpoint
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Santorini Caldera
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Castle of Oia
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Thira (JTR-Santorini National)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Sofa Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

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About the area

Santorini

Located in Santorini, this holiday home is by the ocean. Castle of Oia and Ancient Thira are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Santorini Caldera and Kamari Beach. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby.
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Map
Oia, Santorini

What's nearby

  • Oia Blue Dome Church Viewpoint - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Santorini Caldera - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Castle of Oia - 5 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Armeni Bay - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Amoudi Bay - 7 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Thira (JTR-Santorini National) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lotza - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Flora - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Passaggio - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪pitoGyros - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Santo Souvlaki - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is SantoriniParadise: HELIOS villa, hot tub, amazing sunset views, dream vacation! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at SantoriniParadise: HELIOS villa, hot tub, amazing sunset views, dream vacation!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at SantoriniParadise: HELIOS villa, hot tub, amazing sunset views, dream vacation!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SantoriniParadise: HELIOS villa, hot tub, amazing sunset views, dream vacation!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is SantoriniParadise: HELIOS villa, hot tub, amazing sunset views, dream vacation! located?

This family-friendly Santorini holiday home is located by the ocean, within a 5-minute walk of Panagia Platsani Church, Santorini Caldera and Oia Blue Dome Church Viewpoint. Castle of Oia and Mnemossyne Gallery are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing! This is one of the most picturesque spots in Oia.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is amazing! A real cave house with all the comforts of a modern apartment right in the thick of things in Santorini. Why would you stay anywhere else? The rental is expensive but worth the investment. Go for it!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Santorini

Perfect location!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul, 2025
Thank you for the great rating! We sincerely appreciate it!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location to soak up Oia, right on the steps down to Ammoudi Bay. Very welcoming and kind staff and plenty of snacks and wine for our stay. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Nov, 2025
Dear Rachel, That's wonderful feedback- thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed the perfect location to soak up Oia and appreciated being right on the steps to Ammoudi Bay. It means a lot that you found our staff welcoming, and that you enjoyed the plenty of snacks and wine provided for your stay. We hope to welcome you back to Oia soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning location, fabulous hospitality

The location was excellent and perfect to get around Oia as well as take in the beauty of the town and sunsets. We were looked after and pampered during our stay - wonderful experience, wish we had stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jul, 2023
Thank you for your fine review, Ian! Looking forward to accommodate you and your lovely family again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family graduation trip

Everything was fantastic. The location is amazing and Maria handled all our requests. We will definitely stay there again if we come back to Oia.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jul, 2023
Dear Dave, thank you very much for your fine review! looking forward to your coming back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Vacation Spot!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here in Oia! Clean, comfortable, and a perfect location to enjoy the sunsets! So much appreciation gor Maria, our Host and John, our Porter! We did have a car rental close to a parking lot which made it easier to explore the entire island! Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best location to be in Oia!

Our family absolutely loved our stay at Helios. The location is definitely one of the best in Oia...you will get an amazing view of the sunset from the terrace. We enjoyed a nice dinner on this terrace and were surprised with some nice deserts from the owner.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jul, 2023
Dear Nancy, thank you very much for your amazing review! It was very nice having you as guests in our cave house! Being easy going and kind you are the idea guests! I would be more than glad to host you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Helios stay

The Helios was amazing! Maria and John are so incredibly nice and accommodating and made our stay so much better. The apt is in a great location with a perfect view of the sunset. 10/10 stay
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Sunset View in Oia

A great cave house with excellent service and the perfect location for watching the sunset! Maria was very helpful and went out of her way to make our family feel special.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul, 2024
Dearest Olga & Jonathan, thank you very much for your amazing review! You are such a kind family! Al the best!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Santorini

Nice property great service had a power outage and a wireless outage during the stay ( different days) but overall enjoyed the location and the amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct, 2024
Dear Lori, thank you for your review! I am sorry for the inconvenience about power & wireless outage during an hour but it was due to heavy consumption of the available power in Santorini. To avoid black outs the Municipality of Oia advise the guests to consciously conserve energy all the time! thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A place in paradise

Beautiful property with breathtaking views. Excellent service. I highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jul, 2023
Sirseh, thank you so very much for your rview!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best place ever

Maria thank you so much for everything thank you Isam for making sure I was good this is not a review this is a personal message to the people who took care of me if you don’t book this place you’re sleeping on yourself love xoxo
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jul, 2023
Dear Kim, I thank you so very much for staying with us and for your lovely review! looking forward to your coming back! all the best Maria
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

We stayed in the perfect location for the beautiful sunsets, and getting around the town of Oia! The Helico cave house was perfect and a very popular location for picture taking. Be prepared.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!!

The Villa is wonderful! The location is perfect for sitting on the terrace to watch the ocean or walking to nearby restaurants. Maria is the perfect host. Guannis and Malina work so very hard to make the stay a pleasant holiday. The combination of accommodations and service from the three of them cannot be beat.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jul, 2023
Dear Duane, thank you very much for choosing our house to spend your vacation in Oia, Santorini and for your lovely review! All of us, we enjoyed your company and looking forward to your coming back soon! warm regards, Maria
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing trip to Greece

Our time in Santorini was wonderful. Maria and her team were very accommodating and made the transfer from one place to the other so easy as they took care of all arrangements to move our luggage. Both places were very clean well equipped and comfortable . The Views from the cave homes were absolutely breathtaking and Unforgettable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jul, 2023
Dear Carrie, thank you so very much for your preference and your fine review! looking forward to your coming back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An unforgettable stay in the heart of Oia

Perfect location in Oia! Maria was very responsive to all of my questions leading up to our trip and during our stay, even offering suggestions for places to eat and activities to do during our time there. Mustafa was incredibly helpful, gracious and attentive. The property was well appointed and the views were spectacular! We loved our time at Helios...such a unique property within a few steps to all that Oia has to offer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug, 2023
thank you very much Erica, you are a Super Guest! looking forward to your coming back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Helios

Maria and staff were very helpful during our stay offering snacks and wine throughout our stay and helping with things to do in Oia. Helios was a beautiful property with an amazing sunset view. It can be noisy at times as the front door is a wonderful photo op place for many. Definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jul, 2023
Thank you very much for your review! Looking forward to your coming soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charming House, Amazing location, and lovely owner

Thanks Maria for making this trip unforgettable for us. Everything was perfect. Thanks also for Sunil for his great support. One thing could be improved though which is the breakfast, to have more variety. Apart from that, it was all perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ah-mazing!

Our stay in the Helios Cave House was absolutely incredible! It was everything we ever dreamed of for our trip to Oia. The location was absolutely perfect and the view was UNREAL. Maria and her staff were so kind, patient and accommodating. We are so thankful to have met them and to have stayed in such a clean and well kept little place in the heart of Oia. We will be recommending this place to all our family and friends and highly encourage you to stay here! You will have no regrets- best little spot in Oia!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2023
Dear Leanne, thank you so much! Looking forward to your coming back! all the best, Maria
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spectacular Santorini

Everything was amazing ! Maria’s communication on all aspects of the Cave House was exceptional! If we needed anything, Maria was quick to respond and organise our request. The porters who lugged our luggage up and down the winding steps, through the crowded streets were efficient and friendly. Our stunning Cave House was the most delightful experience, in an incredible location. The fridge was stocked full of cold water, wine and treats. Thank you for a truly wonderful time! My family and I will always hold the most special memories of our unique Cave House experience in Santorini.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!

This is an amazing property with sunset views! Maria accommodated us within hours after we found out another property (not hers) had double booked us and made sure we were well cared for. Our family of five had a wonderful stay. Sunil was always available, had great restaurant recommendations, and brought breakfast daily. Highlights were the hike to Fira, catamaran to the volcano, the amazing food, Atlantis bookstore, wandering the streets in the quieter evenings, and toasting the sunset every night from our amazing private terrace! Thank you, Maria!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jul, 2023
Dear Shelby, thank you for the lovely review! You and you family are Super Guests, easy going and joyful! You are always so very much welcome to all hosts! Hope you come again soon and have a drink together facing the beautiful Caldera!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cave house

We had a wonderful time staying at our cave house. Maria provides plenty of drinks and snacks for your entire stay. Communication was excellent. Everything was clean and comfortable. This is the most popular area in Santorini so there are always people outside the door taking pics of the view and that may be a negative to some. That being said, it’s lovely to have your own rooftop to yourself to watch the sunset while everyone above and below are scrambling to get pics.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Oct, 2023
Dear Dawn, thank you for your review!Looking forward to seeing you again!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Cute

The place was really cute. It was very well stocked. Unfortunately, the listing is a little misleading thought that it included breakfast on the terrace and wine in the evening. There was an outside area directly and steps that goes up to a private terrace. We thought that this is where the breakfast would be served and wine in the evening, that it is served with a hike away very steep steps and crowds of people so we were not able to enjoy this perk with this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept, 2024
Dear Venus, Thank you for having the courtesy to mention that our HELIOS cave house is really cute and very well stocked! It is true that you stayed in one of the most popular houses in Oia and I am really sorry you missed its best parts... Wine & snacks are served at sunset time on the rooftop terrace as long as you are there. I, personally, was there on the 14th Septembe, the day you checked, but we did not see you at the terrace to come and meet you and offer you our snacks & sweets. Breakfast provisions are in the fridge and in the kitchen. You can help yourself and serve them wherever you feel like: in the front yard or on the rooftop terrace, just above the house. In our houses, we offer the following breakfast provisions: juice, honey, butter, peanut butter, merenda, 2 kinds of marmalade, a can of condensed milk, sugar, milk in individual portions, tea, 2-3 kinds of coffee, 2-3 kinds of cereal, cereal bars, toast, as well as fruits, yogurt, chocolates, smoked turkey, bread, cheese and biscuits, all packaged in portions following the instructions given by the WHO organization and the Greek Government. Enjoy breakfast on your private yard/terrace, with an amazing Caldera & sea view! In case you run out of one or more provisions, please let us know in advance in order to refill it. In 3 minutes walking distance is the HELIOS beautiful hot tub area, under the shadow of a big pink & white bougainvillea tree! Dear Venus, once again I thank you for choosing our house!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing view

Great location - one of the best, if not the best - if you want to see the infamous sunset of Santorini. However, super crowded area at that time of day so you don't get much intimacy from your rooftop terrace as you have hundreds of tourists overlooking the terrace from above! The spa is pretty far (5 min walk) if you are really planning to enjoy it, and there is no view from there. House is small but very special and well equipped. Breakfast is provided, which is pretty convenient. And Maria has been a great host, helpful us finding some snorkeling activities for our family.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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