We offer two modern cabin rentals nestled in the granite boulders and pine trees of Prescott, Arizona, just minutes from the downtown square.
The property blends the soulful simplicity of Greek island life with the natural ruggedness of Arizona’s boulder-strewn landscape.
Kaliva is a modern retreat that harmonizes minimalist architecture with deep cultural roots and regional artistry. Inspired by the clean lines and honest materials of Scandinavian plywood cabin design, Kaliva features a warm, wood-based interior that offers comfort without excess. The sleek black metal exterior, evocative of Nordic cabins, blends into the forested Prescott landscape while standing as a bold, architectural gesture.
Image: an example of that inspiration
The visual identity draws from the painted village of Pyrgi on the Greek island of Chios. Kaliva’s logo echoes the geometric sgraffito patterns—bold black-and-white motifs that reflect a heritage of craftsmanship and rhythm. This influence reinforces the visual clarity and graphic restraint found throughout the cabin.
Image: A building in Pyrgi, Chios
Inside, the bathrooms are sculpted in lime plaster and stone, a direct homage to the Cycladic islands of Greece. The tadelakt-style walls and hand-selected materials recall whitewashed cliffside dwellings, grounding guests in an elemental sense of calm and place.
Image: a building located in Kythnos, Greece
Kaliva honors its Arizona setting through the use of natural materials and a curated selection of art inspired by native and western motifs. These pieces, subtle, textural, and rooted in the land, add authenticity and soul, bridging regional context with global design references.
At its core, Kaliva is a dialogue between Scandinavian modernism, Mediterranean tradition, and Southwestern spirit. A refined, intentional space designed for rest, reconnection, and quiet beauty.
Thank you for your interest in Kaliva!
Dimitris and I fell in love with Prescott years ago, and we’re so happy to share this special place with you. Building Kaliva has been a labor of love, and part of a bigger dream to one day have a home of our own here in town. By staying with us, you’re helping make that dream a reality, and we’re genuinely grateful.
If there’s anything we can do to make your stay more comfortable or memorable, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We hope Kaliva offers the same peace, beauty, and inspiration that drew us to the high desert in the first place.
Cheers! (Yia sas),
Rachel
About Us
I moved to Arizona from Wisconsin in 1998 and work as an interior design professor and designer in Scottsdale and Phoenix. In 2009, while visiting Greece, I met Dimitris.
Dimitris grew up in the Athens area and ran a fitness and nutrition business near the port. He moved to Arizona in 2013, and today he works as a superintendent for a construction company.
Interior Design website: www.design-az.com