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June 04, 2024

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Santa Irini RETREAT

Therasia

Greece

As Summer is coming soon, finding the perfect place to spend an unforgettable authentic, slow and eco-conscious vacation and make beautiful memories could turn out very difficult. And if we had the right destination for you? A one-of-a-kind getaway far away from the urban chaos and from all the daily worries where you can have a wonderful and well-deserved summer break. A little paradise on earth where to relax, regenerate, meditate, reconnect with yourself and Mother Nature, and get back to your serenity. Welcome to Santa Irini RETREAT named after the iconic church of Agia Irini dating back to 1867. An exclusive sanctuary, nestled on the unspoiled Greek Island of Therasia, situated opposite the spectacular and bustling Santorini, where to experience the true essence of Greek hospitality and enjoy a simple and slow living and its Little Things as the breathtaking beauty of a Mediterranean sunset by the swimming pool. A kind of journey back in time surrounded by the panoramic vistas of the Caldera. A traditional residence designed in the shape of the Greek capital letter "Π", offering three master bedrooms, named Margarita, Avgi and Theodossia after three inspirational women, each with a private lounge, along with two concept cave rooms and five bathrooms. Owned and managed by a charming duo of landlords: born-and-raised in Athens lawyer Dimitris Kriezis and Germany-born top manager Paris Savvidis. A real estate dream came true after Dimitris inherited the piece of land on Therasia from his grandmother. "We offer our guests an intense, sentimental journey back to the simplicity and authenticity of a bygone era. Santa Irini Retreat is a trip to a different mindset, nestled among the serenity of vineyards and the rugged formations of Therasia's volcanic landscape. Santa Irini is a place where you can experience your own personal leap through time. A place where you can breathe deeply again, with the same intensity and freedom you felt as a kid. Therasia is a place filled with energy. One only needs to let it fill them up. Therasia is the Greece of our childhood – pure and unadorned," Dimitris reflects. Slow living but also Slow food. At Santa Irini Retreat, every meal is a celebration of local flavors and traditions. The kitchen, as well as a traditional wooden stove are both nestled amidst a young vineyard and the estate's vegetable garden. From freshly harvested ingredients to exclusive local wines, lucky guests are treated to a traditional gastronomic journey like no other.