The Spirit of the Place
The intimacy of silence.
An absolute reconnection with the raw elements of Sifnos. Where time suspends its course against the horizon line.
The Setting
The House
A short walk from the sea, the finest local tavern, and the Chrysopigi monastery, fifteen minutes away on foot. Around you, nothing but wild scrubland and the wind.
Two independent levels, spacious shared areas, a pool with an open view. Five bedrooms, five bathrooms, eleven guests in total, meaning no one has to share a bathroom.
Outdoor Spaces & Views
Indoor Spaces & Volumes
Layout & Rooms
Upper Level
Day living areas, 2 bedroomsBedroom 1 21 m²
The master bedroom on the western side of the house. Queen size bed, ensuite bathroom, sea view, and balcony. This is the spot where you watch both the sunrise and the sunset.
Bedroom 2 15 m²
Double bed of 140 cm with an ensuite bathroom, opening onto the garden and a private 7 m² terrace, entirely secluded.
Also on this level: a 28 m² living room opening directly to the outdoors, a 20 m² dining room, and a fully equipped kitchen. Outside, enjoy lunch under the 23 m² pergola and swim in the 3 × 9 m pool facing the open sea.
Lower Level
Bedrooms, independent accessBedroom 3 30 m²
A spacious double bedroom with a queen size bed, ensuite bathroom, sea view, and direct access to the terrace.
Bedroom 4 47 m²
The largest room in the house. Queen size bed and two single beds in an alcove, perfect for a family. Ensuite bathroom, sea view, and terrace.
Bedroom 5 15 m²
A single bedroom opening onto the covered patio, featuring one single bed and its own bathroom. The coolest room in the house, shaded all day long.
Outside on this level: a 41 m² covered patio, shaded throughout the day. A garden filled with herbs and local Sifnos flora. A carob tree, known as the lucky tree, and an outdoor dining nook beneath the olive tree, sheltered from the wind.
Territory & Craftsmanship
The Island of Sifnos
A mineral anchorage
Nestled in the western Cyclades, Sifnos offers a rare balance between wild landscapes and preserved traditions. Mansio Mater settles closely against this rugged mineral and marine horizon.
74 sq km — 70 km of coastline — approx. 2,000 residents.
Situated between Serifos, Kimolos, and Antiparos.
Scenes of an art of living
Terroir
Local Sourcing
Artisanal cheeses, organic wines, olive oils, and natural soaps come directly from local producers whom we actively support. A sustainable and responsible approach, true to our philosophy of respecting nature and the culinary heritage of the Cyclades.
Clay and the hand
A celebration of the unique pottery tradition of Sifnos. Here, every object shapes daily life using the soils of the island, in absolute respect of ancestral gestures.
Concept
« Mansio Mater is a pause in time, a breath of quiet within the noise of the world. »
Here, luxury is neither loud nor frozen in place: it is found in reclaimed time, in raw textures that resonate beneath the hand.
Rhythm
The Attic Calendar
We believe in a different approach to the seasons. Drawing inspiration from ancient Greek cycles, Lemonia opens up to more organic rhythms, deeply connected to the elements.
Offers & Info
What to know when you book at Mansio Mater!
Price Policies
We offer two types of bookings, strict & modifiable under certain conditions. Make sure you book the most suitable to you.
Rent a Vehicle
While the nearest beach and restaurant are conveniently accessible within a 15-minute walk, renting a vehicle is essential if you wish to fully discover and explore the entire island. During high season, booking your vehicle well in advance is highly recommended. Taxis are also available on the island as an alternative.
Email us for assistance at contact@mansiomater.com.
How to Reach Us
BEST WAY / ALL YEAR
Athens (Piraeus Port) to Sifnos : The primary and most reliable way to reach Sifnos year-round is by ferry from the port of Piraeus in Athens.
— High-speed ferries : Take approximately 2.5 hours.
— Conventional ferries : Take approximately 5 hours.
— Multiple daily departures during the summer season.
or
ALTERNATIVE ROUTE / VIA MILOS
Fly to Milos (MLO) : Fly into Athens International Airport (ATH), take a short domestic flight to Milos, and catch a short 40-to-50-minute ferry across to Sifnos.
Book a Boat Tour
End of July & August we recommend to book your private boat tour in advance. The rest of the year it is not necessary.
Send us an email at contact@mansiomater.com and we'll take care of it!
What We Guarantee
- Tranquility
- Privacy
- Cats on the property
- Feeling at home but with high-end service
- Natural stone lap pool
- Private chef on request
- Sea view
- Massages on request
- Sunrise & moon rise views
- 15 min walking distance to the sea
Contact
Inquire
Mansio Mater welcomes guests into the intimacy of Sifnos. To preserve the peace of the property, we review each inquiry individually.