Authentic Century-Old Cycladic Farmhouse for Sale near Panagia Myrtidiotissa Monastery, Thapsana – A Timeless Artist’s Retreat

Hidden within the quiet landscape of Thapsana, near the Panagia Myrtidiotissa Monastery, this deeply authentic Cycladic farmhouse carries the atmosphere of another era. Dating back approximately one hundred years, the property unfolds as a preserved fragment of rural island life; a place shaped by stone, craftsmanship, silence, and memory. Enclosed by traditional stone walls and surrounded by mature Mediterranean vegetation, the estate is composed of two independent buildings arranged around shaded outdoor spaces and gardens. The property retains the soul of the old Cyclades, where architecture emerged naturally from the land and daily life unfolded slowly in harmony with the seasons. The main house reveals a series of intimate and textured living spaces marked by thick stone walls, exposed wooden beams, hand-built niches, and original stone flooring throughout. The living room, warmed by an oil stove, connects to a simple and authentic kitchen, while an adjacent storage room recalls the agricultural origins of the property. Separate from the main interior circulation, a bedroom opens onto a transitional room leading to the bathroom, where an old bread oven remains preserved as a quiet architectural memory of the house’s past life. Another independent room currently serves as an office or additional bedroom, offering privacy and creative retreat possibilities. Throughout the residence, the ceilings preserve their original character, including the principal bedroom where traditional exposed beams and woven bamboo elements remain intact; a rare testimony to vernacular Cycladic construction techniques. Every detail speaks of material authenticity and understated beauty shaped by time rather than design. In front of the main building, a terrace shaded by a vine-covered pergola creates a naturally cool and intimate outdoor living space, deeply connected to the rhythm of the garden and the surrounding landscape. The second building hosts an independent bedroom with its own oil stove, opening onto a terrace sheltered beneath a traditional wooden pergola covered with bamboo, framing peaceful views toward the monastery. The garden is filled with olive trees, fig trees, pear trees, eucalyptus, mandarin trees, and seasonal flowers, creating a lived-in Mediterranean atmosphere rich in shade and fragrance. Beneath the property, an underground water storage system reflects the practical wisdom of traditional island living. The house has remained carefully preserved in good condition while discreet modern comforts have been introduced, including air conditioning in the bedrooms and living room, as well as connected water and electricity services. Technical Features & Equipment - Approx. 912 sqm enclosed plot - Total built surface: approx. 134.6 sqm - Two independent traditional stone buildings - Thick original stone walls - Exposed wooden beam ceilings throughout - Original bamboo and beam ceiling in principal bedroom - Stone flooring throughout - Traditional built-in niches - Oil stoves - Air conditioning in bedrooms and living room - Bathroom with preserved traditional bread oven - Outdoor toilets - Terrace with vine-covered pergola - Traditional wooden pergola with bamboo covering - Underground water storage - Water and electricity connected Highlights - Authentic century-old Cycladic farmhouse - Rare preserved architectural details - Quiet setting near Panagia Myrtidiotissa Monastery - Ideal artist’s retreat or creative residence - Enclosed private garden with mature Mediterranean trees - Independent guest or studio spaces - Thick stone walls and natural thermal comfort - Timeless atmosphere filled with character and history - Strong emotional and architectural identity More than a property, this residence offers a rare opportunity to inhabit the authentic memory of the Cyclades, where stone, light, vegetation, and silence create a way of life that feels increasingly difficult to find. For further information or to arrange a viewing, we would be pleased to assist.