The Story
Laguna Coast will be a unique resort situated in the most beautiful and easily accessed area of Naxos, Stelida, just 3 km away from Chora of Naxos , fronting the most beautiful 1.5 km coastline with private beach on the West Coast amongst 10-acre of manicured lawns, vibrant gardens sweeping sea to lake vistas.
A lake that is the natural habitat for endangered bird species such as flamingos. World-class amenities will include the finest signature Greek-Mediterranean indoor and terrace dining, the large lake, the Laguna Coast Spa and a state-of-the-art fitness center.
The property will be completed with the amazing exhibitions of sculptures and other outdoor works of art which will be renewed regularly and will take place in the area next to the lake, the Laguna Coast Art Sphere.
Laguna Coast will be on of the world’s most ascending resorts, combining the best of twenty-first century and naxian design with an exceptional eye for detail, perfection and the highest standards of service.
The Destination
Welcome to Laguna Coast
The largest regeneration project in Cyclades. A multidimensional destination for global tourism.
27-acre
private isle Manto
480-acre
of wetlands
3km
coastline with a unique geomorphology, comprising of a magnificent lake that is a magnet for rare birds such as flamingos the famous cedar forest and the marvelous islet “Manto”
A place full of history.
The hill of Stelida on the west coast of Naxos, about three kilometers southwest of Chora, emerges as the center of the oldest known settlement and activity in the Central Aegean.
A new scientific study dated some 9,000 findings from the area and discovered that they spanned time in successive layers from 13,000 to at least 200,000 years ago.
This period covers not only the presence of the most modern humans (Homo sapiens), but also older Paleolithic humans and Neanderthals.
Ecology
Fauna
Naxos has a rich and remarkable variety of habitats. From the height of the sea and the coastline to the tops of the hills and mountains, the various ecosystems alternate harmoniously, offering safe habitats to the numerous representatives of the Naxian fauna.
Flora
Every botanical seed-“immigrant” has easy access to the Cyclades. In Naxos especially because of itsrich water potential, plant genotypes that travel around the world with air, find the best conditions to growth.
Thus one meets complete botanical families (Labiatae, Compositae, Liliacae, EuphorbiaceaeAsteraceae, etc.) with resistance to dry heat conditions and competition.
The Masterplan
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Sustainable initiatives to the direction of zero footprint
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Protection of the lake
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Development of a scientific research hub in collaboration with the world’s largest universities in order to support our regeneration plan
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Connecting past-future through culture with Artsphere, an innovative art fair, overtaking the land of Laguna coast
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Precision agriculture approach in Naxian products
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Innovative collaboration with flagship organizations with impact in Laguna Coast Area
Αmazon & Laguna Coast
Create the Naxos Smart Island
The Laguna Coast Foundation, as part of its “sustainability agenda,” is officially partnering with Amazon Web Services in the ambitious and highly anticipated project “Naxos Smart Island.”
This ongoing project aims to develop and implement modern “Smart Farming” techniques, enabling the transition from conventional to digital agriculture. This transition will be implemented through two main sectors : the rational management of irrigation water and the more efficient use of plant protection products.
This way, we will secure the sustainability of agricultural production and the production of high-quality products in the field. The Laguna Coast Foundation, in collaboration with Amazon Web Services, aims to transform the first Smart Island into a fully sustainable island with a zero footprint within the framework of climate neutrality, targeting a 25% reduction in the energy footprint of five Naxos main agricultural products through precision agriculture applications by 2025.
The global scientific research hub in collaboration with the world's largest universities
The Laguna Coast Foundation organized a global research mission with the participation of international universities and 50 scientists. The goal was to explore the significance of this area for the future of biodiversity and climate crisis mitigation. We have to admit that the results of this mission were impressive.
For many years we have been experiencing global warming, with the ice caps melting and more sweet water is entering the ocean basin. The results are visible in many parts of the Earth, while scientists are sounding the alarm about areas that will be flooded with water. Mrs. Evelpidou one day, years ago, during a very windy in Naxos, climbed the sand dunes of the Laguna and began to wonder: “It is a vulnerable and sensitive environment, the sand is so thin, so the waves should carry it away. Why doesn’t it vanish?’ The answer is that it doesn’t disappear because of the reefs as the wave action dissipates and it’s really a huge gift to Naxos that on the west side there are so many sea cliffs protecting the magnificent beaches.
From there, an idea was born to protect the areas that do not have coastal rocks. Why not imitate the nature that integrated its material? Why not make seawalls with sand and features from the beach that we need to protect? The experiments were done, they were highly successful and a new method of green practice was created. Thus Naxos set a mark on the world community on what we must do to avoid erosion. Department of Geology and Geoenvironment Dr. Yannis Saitis, pointed out that this method is now traveling as far as Japan and has attracted worldwide interest.
Our Milestones
The most sustainable project in Europe is presented to Pope Francis
Pope Francis invited the representatives of Laguna coast Foundation to the Vatican so as to present him the course of actions and the collaborations of the foundation.
Undergrounding of the voltage power lines in Laguna Coast
Since its establishment, the Laguna Coast Foundation, in collaboration with Hellenic Electricity Distribution Network Operator S.A.(HEDNO S.A.), has successfully achieved the undergrounding of the medium-voltage power lines located in Laguna Naxos area. This action will protect migratory birds such as flamingos and wild ducks that visit the area, as well as the rare plants and unique herbs of the region from possible fires.
Davos welcomes Laguna Coast
The Laguna Coast Foundation presents our agenda focusing on biodiversity protection and climate crisis at Davos. The example of Naxos and Laguna Coast, can be a proposal for a better life, alongside nature, true values, and a holistic approach to life, offering a modern perspective for the future of tourism. The sustainable oasis of “Laguna Coast” pave the way for the next generation of Greek tourism and Investments
Alliance of Greece and Turkey in the War Against the Climate Crisis: Laguna Coast
Project & Development
The investment plan for the development of Laguna Coast has set the regeneration of the area under discussion and environmental protection as its primary actions, understanding the needs of the contemporary era for green development and at the same time respecting the decisions of the European Unions and the member states.
Towards this direction, the investment plan, as far as the production of electricity is concerned, uses solar panels and self-heating. For cooling and heating it does not use air conditioning but fancoil and heat pump.
Phase A
Eco Resort
Regenerative medicine and
Rejuvenation Laboratory
Bio-Restaurants
Bird observatories
Art sphere
Surf school
Golf course
10 MLN
The cost of Phase A has been estimated at approximately 10 MLN euros.
To be delivered in the second quarter of 2025
PHASE B
70-acre Real Estate Development
Lake area Water quality improvement
Cosmetics series R&D
20 MLN
The cost of Phase A has been estimated at approximately 20 MLN euros.
To be delivered in the third quarter of 2028
Our Philosophy
Sensation. Class. Authenticity.
We look forward to provide our guests with Greek hospitality inspired by our nature, the blue horizon, and the warmth of the Greek sun.
Laguna Coast’s concept is based on a biophilic design that aims to give its guests the opportunity to get closer to the natural environment. The enjoyable, personalized experiences it provides to its guests are at the base of its philosophy.
Everything about Laguna Coast resort is natural, promiscuous and entirely inspired. This is the reason why staying in Laguna Coast creates an outstanding and avant-garde feeling for those who desire a more intimate, customized and exclusively Cycladic-centric experience. Laguna Coast’s philosophy focuses on embracing natural life, discovering its essence, restarting your life, becoming unique.
It does not only aim to amuse and relax its guests but also to allow them to let go of their routine and get connected to nature, to discover a new healthy way of life.
A word from the CEO
“In the heart of Naxos Island, Laguna Coast acts as a guide to sustainability .From where I stand, This is not just a usual business project; it’s a project born and developed in my hometown. It’s both an immense responsibility and an exciting journey to make known to the world the transformation of my beloved home.
Laguna Coast in Naxos is a blessed place, however its own habitants often failed to recognize its true worth. Except from its great financial value, it is also a place of great ecological richness, history and cultural heritage.
Our team comprises of world-renowned scientists and innovative persons who cooperate in order to provide craft cutting-edge solutions for the preservation and revitalization of Laguna Coast.
Our bold plan for Laguna Coast places significant importance on rejuvenation and environmental safeguarding. We recognize the imperative of aligning with the contemporary era’s sustainable ideals.
Welcome to the place where it all began.”
ANTONIOS PITTARAS CEO
90%
of the food products will be based on agricultural products that will be produced organically and through reduced input agriculture with the best agricultural practices, on the farms of the contracted producers of the island with whom the resort will develop the strategy ” from the Farm to the Plate”. The smart farming application will be piloted on farms and implemented through the company’s agricultural research center to all of the company’s contract producers.
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Zero Carbon Footprint
Laguna Art-Sphere
Exhibitions of sculptures and other outdoor works of art which will be renewed regularly and will take place in the area next to the lake. The displayed works of art will adorn the lake front area and create an unreal and fairy-tale feel.
Experiences
Laguna Coast is not just a resort, it is a gate that enables its visitors to escape from the present and visit the past due to the historical land where it located.
