Just twenty metres from the beach, this striking new home is a lesson in modern design and minimalist styling. It's all about concrete, white walls and defined edges, with luxurious touches like a wall of sliding glass doors in the living space – offering stunning sea views – along with large terraces both on the ground floor and first floor, and a seasonal private pool facing the water. Simple in form, it provides a bright, cool and relaxing home for a large group. But while design fans will be busy taking photos of all its best angles, sun and sea worshippers will be out on the terrace, cleverly shaded by a curved facade and boasting sun loungers and a Jacuzzi area. With nothing to interrupt your view, you'll find yourself staring out at the lapping waves and the island opposite. Back inside, you'll have a modern and well-equipped kitchen, with a table big enough to fit the whole gang and a comfy living room with an atrium garden. All the bedrooms are spacious and feel private and luxurious, with stylish shower rooms and great views – we particularly love the floating balconies. And just when you thought this beachfront home couldn't get any better, there's its handy location – just a five-minute walk from the shops and restaurants of Elounda and a ten-minute drive from Plaka for boat trips to the island of Spinalonga.

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Additional fees

• Your host can help arrange various methods of transport for an additional fee, including airport transfers and drivers, car hire, private helicopters and jets, and yachts and sailing

• Your host can also offer guided island tours, massages, babysitters, sports coaches, and a private chef for an additional fee

Additional fees subject to a 3.5% handling charge.