This is your setting for lazy days under the sun, reading by the pool above the house, or enjoying the small terrace garden overlooking the sea.

It's time to shut out, and forget about home for a while.

Sitting on a hill facing West, this cozy house offers sunrises which dim to reveal the lights of Athens raising from the shoreline across.

You'll enjoy this view on the roof of the house, sipping your gin tonic, or Pimm's, or whatever-is-that-drink-that-makes-you-feel-fancy-on-vacation. The gentle evening wind, neither hot, nor cool, tickles your arms and legs.

You'll take note of two minuses. The surrounding hills have been turned into a moonscape by a bush fire that consumed this side of the island, earlier in 2014. Moreover, the hills are dotted by a dozen unfinished properties. A reminder of the recent economic meltdown.

The island of Kéa is not a tourist trap like the other, and better better known, Cyclades islands. You'll notice that the architecture here is also quite different from the typical white and blue houses you've seen on post cards from Greece.

Kéa has a few beaches, and towns, all within 45 minutes drive of this house. Restaurants, and cafés, are within a 15 minute drive.

The owners, Maria and Manolis, have taken care of every little detail in the house. The couple will want to make sure that your stay is up to your expectations. Tidy and clean, as expected.

With a single closed room, this is an ideal hideaway for a family, or two couples.

While the pool is shared between your house and the owners', rest assured that they will leave every bits of the privacy you came to seek. Unless you require their help, you will be left unperturbed.

For the naked chefs out there, the kitchen is ready to unleash your inspiration. If any utensils or cookware is missing for preparing your latest Mediterranean dish, Maria will be glad to lend you the required cookware. There is a large table on the terrace just outside the kitchen, also facing the sunset.

Her husband, Manolis, will gladly assist you in preparing the chimney BBQ, which sits in their backyard. While his English is rudimentary, you'll enjoy his friendly smile, and his joy in assisting you.

Do note that they have 4 dogs on the premises. They keep to themselves, and are not dangerous. Barking at passing cars complements the added security of their presence.

Do we recommend this place? Yes, we do!