Santorini / Andronis Concept Wellness Resort

On an island where space is a blessing and no beauty spot a secret, we’ve unearthed a rare retreat that puts seclusion back on the cards.

There’s a whole other level of privacy at this holistic hideaway, set on the outskirts of Imerovigli high on a clifftop apart from any immediate neighbours. It’s like stumbling upon your own cave of solitude, designed to nourish you inside and out. Using everything from technical screenings based on one strand of hair and vegan Ila spa treatments, to detoxifying Grecian dishes at Throubi restaurant. You’d be hard pressed to find anywhere similar to this bolder-toned bolthole on Santorini. A far cry from the island’s blue-topped buildings, organic boho interiors act as an ode to the surrounding unspoilt nature without sacrificing an ounce of luxury. With both suites and 2-4 bedroom villas, you’re certainly spoilt for choice when picking your refuge, but the true highlight is the Fabulous Suite – where three floors of privacy let you keep those world famous sunsets all to yourself.

While the grounds of most of the hotels in these parts are well trodden by couples, Andronis has opened its arms to the pitter patter of tiny feet. Well-being has no minimum age here, in fact, a strong philosophy of instilling healthy habits within the whole brood is its core ethos. Solidifying the benefits of a good massage and home-cooked cuisine at a young age. But self-improvement isn’t just confined to within. The most beautiful hiking trail to Oia and Fira is literally on the doorstep and, if exploration is the betterment method of choice, we’ll put you in touch with “Your Greek Friend” – a community expert who will guide you away from the tourist track to both Santorini’s well-known highlights and its best kept secrets.

Travel notes:

• 28 suites and villas with infinity pools and terraces private from neighbouring rooms
• Not only home to arguably the best and most comprehensive spa on the island, it’s also the biggest
• Discover the region’s volcanic history with scuba diving and meditation hikes, and Greece’s silver screen fame in Santorini’s first cave cinema
• Adopt a vine in Andronis’ vineyard and receive 6 personal bottles delivered throughout the year
• The space here is extensive; with room for a heli-pad, tennis courts, a choice of 3 pools and one of the largest gyms on the island
• Throubi’s menu has health and nutrition on the brain, created in collaboration with nutritionist Margarita Gavalaand