illa Hiona is made up of two adjacent stone houses overlooking the crystal-clear waters of the Aegean in the most peaceful, elegant, and desirable area of Halki, the Viglimia neighborhood. The two houses were the second houses built on the Halki port and date back to the 19th century. They have been part of our family’s history for generations, as one served as the family home, while the other was the storage and preparation house for the island’s renowned sponge-diving trade, where diving equipment and natural sea sponges were kept before being shipped throughout the Mediterranean. This building was called Karafylli’s Hiona.

Today, these historic buildings have been thoughtfully restored into five independent seafront studios. While modern comforts have been carefully incorporated, the character of the original houses has been preserved, allowing guests to experience the authentic atmosphere of old Halki while enjoying uninterrupted sea views, direct access to the water, and the tranquillity of one of the island’s most beautiful locations.

Whether you begin your morning with a swim in the Aegean, enjoy breakfast on the shared waterfront terrace, or simply watch the boats go in and out of the harbour, or the changing colours of the sea as the sun sets, Villa Hiona offers an experience deeply connected to the island’s history, nature, and way of life.