Monocabin Retreat
Rhodes, Greece
Originally conceived as a prefabricated modular home by Mandalaki Studio and manufactured in Italy, Monocabin M can now be experienced as a fully realized 30m² architectural retreat in Rhodes. Located just steps from the sea in Ialyssos, on the northern coast of the island, it explores a more essential way of inhabiting space through thoughtful architecture, natural materials, and a seamless connection between indoors and outdoors.
Conceived for slower rhythms and everyday simplicity, Monocabin Retreat offers a refined interpretation of island living, where design, privacy, and quiet comfort come together in a setting shaped by the philosophy that less can offer more. An original Halo light installation by Mandalaki Studio completes the experience, creating a distinctive atmosphere after sunset.
Exterior
Living the outdoor
The outdoor space is conceived as a natural extension of the retreat. Entirely private and enclosed, it is shaped around moments of rest, gathering, and connection with the outdoors.
Beneath a shaded pergola, a dedicated dining area invites long lunches, sunset aperitivi, and evenings spent beneath the open sky. A landscape of Rhodian pebbles, Mediterranean planting, and carefully considered lighting creates a distinctive atmosphere throughout the day and into the evening.
At its center, a plunge pool offers a place to cool off and unwind, while the surrounding spaces encourage slower rhythms and quiet moments outdoors.
Shaped by light, texture, and simplicity, the exterior offers a private setting where architecture and outdoor living exist in quiet balance. Entirely private and thoughtfully designed, the retreat provides a sense of privacy and calm throughout the stay.
Interior
Shape by design
Conceived for two, the interior is organized as a bright and open living environment where every element serves a purpose. Custom designed furniture by Mandalaki Studio contributes to a cohesive spatial identity, where architecture, furnishings, and everyday objects are conceived as part of a single design language.
Natural light moves through the retreat throughout the day, extending across carefully considered materials and a restrained palette of finishes. Large openings dissolve the boundary between indoors and outdoors, creating a continuous dialogue with the surrounding landscape and allowing the rhythms of island life to become part of the living experience.
The result is a space shaped by simplicity, comfort, and thoughtful design, where less becomes an opportunity to focus on what matters most.
Features
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Queen size bed
COCO-MAT sleep products
Fully equipped kitchen
Oven & induction cooktop
Dishwasher
Coffee machine
Filtered drinking water
Washing machine
Smart TV
Air conditioning
WiFi
Dressing area
Walk-in shower & bidet
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Private plunge pool
Shaded outdoor dining area
Induction barbecue
Minibar
Sunbeds
Private enclosed garden
Dedicated parking
Private gated entrance
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5 min walk to the beach
5 min walk to restaurants & cafés
2 min walk to supermarket
15 min from Rhodes Town
15 min from Rhodes International Airport
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Beyond the retreat itself, Monocabin offers access to a carefully curated guide to Rhodes, featuring favorite beaches, local tavernas, cultural highlights, and experiences selected by the team. Designed to encourage a deeper connection with the island, it provides an alternative perspective on Rhodes through places genuinely loved by locals.
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