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Kamara is a small village of stone lanes and olive groves at the foot of the Rodopos peninsula, 4.5 km inland from Kolymbari.Rodopos Stone Villa sits within it: a stone property dating from around 1930, and fully restored in 2016.The house offers 170 sqm of living space over three levels, on a 1,300 sqm plot. The ground floor includes the main living areas: a living room with a fireplace, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, a double bedroom, and a shower room. On the first floor, a second double bedroom has its own bathroom with a walk-in shower and opens onto a veranda. This floor also has a small study. The third bedroom is set in the attic beneath the timber roof. A side semi-basement and a small storage room outside the kitchen add practical space.The restoration kept the qualities that make a house of this age worth owning: stone walls, timber and traditional detailing throughout. The systems, however, are modern. Underfloor heating is powered by an electric heat pump, with fan coil units providing cooling in summer. Windows are double-glazed in aluminium frames, with shutters and insect screens, and the house has CCTV and an alarm system. The owners repainted in 2024 and refresh the house at the end of every rental season. It is offered fully furnished and equipped.Beyond the main house, the property includes an additional 250 sqm of old village houses in need of full restoration. For a buyer thinking longer term, these open the possibility of guest accommodation or a larger family holding, subject to obtaining the necessary permits.The pool measures 3 x 8 m with a depth of 1.40 m and comes with a cleaning robot. Sun loungers, a shaded dining and sitting area, a barbecue, and a traditional stone oven surround it, framed by a small garden of herbs and flowers. From the terraces, the view runs across the olive groves of the plain to the mountains beyond. There is no parking on the property, but ample parking is available on the street.Rental potentialThe villa has been let to holiday guests for several seasons and is registered with the Greek tourism authority. Western Crete enjoys a long holiday season, from spring well into autumn, and village houses with private pools around Kolymbari are a well-established part of the local rental market. Management companies in the area can handle bookings, changeovers, and maintenance for owners who are not on the island.Location - distancesKolymbari is the nearest town, a fishing harbour with waterfront tavernas, a supermarket, bakery, pharmacy and doctor. Just outside it stand Gonia Monastery and the Orthodox Academy of Crete. The Rodopos coast has quieter beaches such as Ravdoucha and Afrata, while the long sands of Falassarna and the Balos lagoon lie further west, beyond Kissamos. Chania, with its Venetian harbour, is reached along the national road, where safety upgrades between Chania and Kolymbari have recently been completed.Kamara: inside settlementRavdoucha Beach: 5.5 kmKolymvari: 5.5 kmAfrata Beach: 7.5 kmNopigia Beach: 8 kmTavronitis Beach: 9 kmBalos Lagoon: 26 kmChania: 28 kmChania International Airport: 45 km

Agios Nikolaos is a small fishing village on the Messenian Gulf, one of the quieter stretches of the West Mani, and this two-storey stone house stands among olive trees.Built in 2007 in traditional stone, the house measures 105 sqm over two floors, linked by an internal staircase, on a plot of 450 sqm. A short flight of stairs leads directly into the open-plan living/dining and kitchen area, while a fireplace provides warmth on chilly winter evenings. The living room opens onto a balcony with soothing views of the landscaped garden and surrounding olive groves. A bathroom completes this floor, while an internal staircase leads to the first floor. This floor features two bedrooms and two bathrooms, with both bedrooms opening onto balconies with sea views. Autonomous oil-fired central heating with solar water heating keeps the house comfortable well beyond the summer months. It is sold fully furnished, ready to move into or to let.The landscaped gardens are partly paved in stone and planted with a variety of local and exotic flora, creating a verdant ambience. Parking is accommodated just outside the premises, while the scenery is characterised by the olive groves. The sea is about 300 meters away, and the nearest beach, Pantazi Beach, is a sandy and pebbled bay with parking and summer tavernas.Rental potentialA furnished house in a village with real character, rather than a purpose-built resort, is ideal for short-term rentals in an area within easy reach of Kalamata and its International Airport, which offers connections to many European cities. This area of Western Mani draws visitors across a long season, from spring walking weather to warm autumn, and its unspoilt reputation keeps steady interest among travellers seeking older, quieter Greece.Location - distancesAgios Nikolaos, known locally as Selinitsa, keeps a working harbour and a handful of waterfront tavernas, with the livelier resort village of Stoupa about 4 km north and the historic stone town of Kardamyli some 13 km beyond it. Behind the coast rise the Taygetos mountains, with gorges and old villages to walk to, while the deep Mani and Areopolis lie to the south. Kalamata, the nearest town, and Kalamata International Airport are both roughly an hour to an hour and a half away by road, so a car is part of life here.Pantazi Beach: 300 mAgios Nikolaos: 2 kmStoupa: 5 kmKardamyli: 10.5 kmKalamata: 46.5 kmKalamata International Airport: 56k km

In the hills just east of Rethymno, among the olive groves around the village of Pigi, this detached house is arranged as two separate apartments, one on each floor. They are connected by an exterior staircase, so each functions as a home in its own right.The house measures 148 sqm across the two floors and stands on a plot of 896 sqm. The ground-floor apartment has one bedroom, a bathroom, a separate kitchen, and a living and dining room that opens onto a covered terrace over the garden, the natural place for a long lunch out of the sun. The first-floor apartment is a little larger: two bedrooms, a bathroom, a separate kitchen, and a living and dining room that opens onto a balcony facing the sea. Each bedroom has its own balcony overlooking the countryside and mountains, and the living room has a fireplace for cooler evenings. There is central heating should the weather turn a bit chilly, while all windows are fitted with insect nets. The plot also carries a residual building allowance, leaving scope to extend, subject to obtaining the mandatory permits.The garden currently features a variety of local flora, as well as a kitchen garden where a variety of vegetables are grown for home cooking. There is ample space to build a swimming pool, subject, of course, to obtaining the mandatory permits. Finally, the premises can accommodate parking for several vehicles.Rental potentialThe layout is the strongest rental argument. Two self-contained apartments, each with its own kitchen, bathroom, and living area, with the upper one accessed via a separate exterior staircase. An owner can let both floors independently or live on one and let the other, which widens the range of guests the house can take, from couples to two families travelling together. Crete has one of the longest visitor seasons in Greece, reaching well into spring and autumn on either side of the summer peak, and Rethymno is a year-round town rather than a resort that empties in October. With the town and the north-coast beaches a short drive away, sea views from the upper floor, and open countryside around it, the property sits in the kind of setting short-stay guests look for.Location - distancesPigi is a traditional inland village in the hills just east of Rethymno, set among olive groves and built around the usual Cretan mix of a village square, churches, kafeneia, a taverna or two, a bakery, and a mini-market, with the small locality of Agios Dimitrios adjoining it. It keeps a genuine year-round population rather than emptying out after summer. Rethymno town, with its Venetian harbour, old town, shops, and services, is about 9 km away, roughly a 15-minute drive.Pigi: 900 mPlatanes Beach: 5.5 kmRethymno: 9 kmSpilies Beach: 13 kmChania International Airport: 76 kmChania (Centre): 68 kmHeraklion: 77.5 kmHeraklion International Airport: 78.5 km

On the east coast of Zakynthos, at the shore below the farming village of Kipseli, this traditional two-storey home sits right by the water, with its own private steps leading down to the sea. It is one of the few properties on this stretch of coast with direct, private access to the water, in a quiet rural setting that is still close to everyday amenities.The house measures approximately 75 sqm over two floors. The two bedrooms are on the ground floor, both generously sized and fitted with large wardrobes, and there are two bathrooms, each with a shower. Upstairs is the main living space, an open room with high wooden-beamed ceilings that give it a genuine traditional character. Glass-panelled doors open onto a balcony that sits close to the water, a comfortable spot for a long lunch or an afternoon with a book, with open sea views across the Ionian. The living area connects to a full kitchen-diner with all appliances and a fitted dining area, set up for shared meals with family and friends. An open fireplace upstairs heats the house and adds character, and the property's borehole supplies water, heated by electricity.Outside, a patio gives an easy setting for al fresco dining, and a manageable garden at the centre of the courtyard holds trees and flowers. A covered veranda at the lower end of the grounds leads to the private steps down to the clear water below. Access to the sea is private to the property, reached by its own steps, while the shoreline itself, as everywhere in Greece, remains public. Gated access opens onto a driveway with ample parking, and the property includes a garage, as well as external storage areas at both the front and rear.The plot totals 1,000 sqm, including a section of land adjacent to the house grounds. That additional land carries the opportunity to build a further property, subject to obtaining the mandatory permits, which adds to the appeal for a buyer thinking beyond the existing house.This is an unusual property for Zakynthos: a traditional home right on the water, with private sea access, a large plot, and room to extend, in a quiet rural pocket of the east coast that still keeps amenities close. For buyers who value the setting above all, it is a rare position on the island.Rental potentialZakynthos draws visitors throughout a long Ionian season, and a seaside home with private water access and its own outdoor space has clear appeal for holiday lets in the months the owners are not using it. The quiet, rural setting close to Tsilivi suits guests who want the coast without the busier resort strips. Elxis can advise on letting and property management options once the purchase is complete.Location - distancesKipseli is a farming village on the green east side of Zakynthos, a quiet, agricultural community a little inland, with this property down on its coastal edge. The area keeps a genuine local character, with a handful of tavernas nearby and the larger resorts within easy reach, while Zakynthos Town and the island's airport are both a manageable drive to the south.The Sea: A few stepsTsilivi resort and amenities: 5 kmAlykanas resort: 7 kmZakynthos Town and port: 12 kmZakynthos International Airport: 15 km

The Kalamata Countryside Villas development draws on traditional Messinian building heritage: natural stone, earth-toned plaster finishes, and carefully proportioned outdoor spaces, alongside modern touches aimed at energy efficiency and comfortable year-round living. It sits a short drive from Messini and Kalamata, within reach of Costa Navarino, and close to beaches, marinas, restaurants, and healthcare services.The four villas come in two types, Type 1 and Type 2, and share a similar two-floor layout. Each measures about 142 sqm and includes three bedrooms and three bathrooms. On the ground floor, an open-plan living, dining, and kitchen area opens onto a bedroom, a bathroom, and a master bedroom with an en-suite bathroom, facing the garden and pool. Upstairs, a second master bedroom with an en-suite bathroom leads onto a private veranda, with views across the Messinian countryside and the sandy beaches of Petalidi, Velika, and Mpouka along the Messinian Gulf. Every villa has its own veranda, private garden, and private pool, plus parking for two cars.Engineered for year-round comfort, the residence combines high-performance thermal insulation with advanced thermal-break aluminium frames. An integrated heat-pump system efficiently manages climate control, providing quiet heating and cooling year-round. Built to rigorous contemporary standards, the energy-efficient design and low-maintenance materials ensure low operating costs and long-term durability.The DeveloperFounded in Kalamata in 2007, the architecture studio behind the Kalamata Countryside Villas has established its reputation across the Peloponnese on a defining principle: architecture must honour its surrounding context. Every project begins with a deep reading of the local landscape, allowing the site's environmental character to organically shape the design.This philosophy informs every facet of construction, prioritising carefully curated materials, authentic regional identity, and uncompromised functionality. Approaching each commission through a bespoke lens, the practice thoughtfully balances aesthetic elegance, structural quality, and everyday usability.Operating at the forefront of sustainable design, the studio builds to rigorous Passive House standards, exceeding EU nZEB (Nearly Zero Energy Building) mandates. By integrating efficiency directly into the initial blueprint, the firm creates residences that deliver elevated living comfort, minimal environmental impact, and significantly reduced operating costs.Rental potentialKalamata Countryside Villas offer genuine short-term rental potential for owners looking to generate income from their home. Avramio is a short drive from Kalamata and Messini, and about an hour from Pylos and Costa Navarino, combining proximity to the sea with easy access to shops, cafes, and tavernas, the kind of mix that tends to work well in the holiday rental market, and these villas sit comfortably within that bracket.The broader region is further anchored by the upcoming Navarino Blue resort at Velika Beach, visible across the coastline from the villas. A major development of this calibre on the doorstep reinforces the destination's international prestige, enhancing guest appeal while supporting long-term value appreciation for homeowners.Location - distancesMessinia is one of Greece’s most attractive regions for year-round living. Known for its olive groves, vineyards, exceptional food culture, and mild Mediterranean climate, the region offers an ideal balance between nature, authenticity, and convenience. Messinia has been on the map for travellers for years. What has changed is the scale of investment now flowing in, and the fact that this investment is structural rather than seasonal. For buyers, this market is earlier in its cycle than Crete or the Ionian islands. Prices in Messinia have been rising steadily rather than sharply, and the region's fundamentals suggest that trend has room to run. It is a reasonable moment to be early.Avramio is a traditional village surrounded by olive groves and rolling hills, historically tied to olive cultivation, vineyards, and the local black raisin, and it stays active year-round rather than emptying out in the off-season. The wider Kalamata region is known for its olive groves, vineyards, food culture, and mild climate, and Kalamata International Airport offers direct flights to several European cities. Pylos, Voidokilia Beach, and the Costa Navarino resorts are all around an hour's drive.Velika Beach: 6.5 kmBouka Beach: 8 kmKalamata: 20 kmKalamata International Airport: 11 kmThe Bay Golf Course, Costa Navarino: 33.5 kmPylos: 40 kmVoidokilia Beach: 40 km

Fifty metres from the sand at Golden Beach, this two-storey house looks out over the bay on the green, east-facing coast of Thasos. Two bedrooms, a sea view from both levels, and a private covered courtyard built for long summer evenings.Set across two floors within a small residential complex, the house measures approximately 72 sqm and comes fully furnished, with all electrical appliances in place. The layout holds two bedrooms, a bathroom and a separate WC, a kitchen and a living room, connected by an internal staircase. Renovated in 2023, it's ready to use from day one. Heating comes from air conditioning, a fireplace, and radiators on an autonomous electric system, and the windows have double glazing, shutters, and mosquito screens. A storage room, a security door and a fenced plot round out the practical side, and the complex has two independent entrances.The private, covered courtyard is the heart of the property in summer. It has a barbecue and a built stone bar with a seating area: a shaded place to cook, eat and sit out of the midday sun, with the beach a two-minute walk away. A veranda and garden add more outdoor room, and the sea view carries across the bay toward Mount Ipsarion behind the coast.Rental potentialGolden Beach is one of the most family-friendly bays on Thasos, with a long stretch of pale sand, shallow clear water, and organised sections offering sunbeds, tavernas, and seasonal beach bars along the shore. This makes a furnished house which is so close to the sand a natural fit for holiday letting through the long spring-to-autumn season. The house already has a track record as a summer rental and is ready to let as-is, furnished and recently renovated. Many reputable management companies operate on the island and can handle bookings and maintenance.LocationChrysi Ammoudia, or Golden Beach, sits on the north-eastern coast of Thasos, roughly 11 km from the island capital of Limenas (about a 20 to 25 minute drive) and 4 km below the traditional mountain village of Panagia, known for its stone houses, plane trees and running spring water. Thasos itself is the green island of the northern Aegean, wrapped in pine forest and olive groves and known for its marble, its honey and its beaches. Reaching it is straightforward: the ferry from Keramoti to Limenas takes about 35 to 40 minutes and runs frequently throughout the day, and Kavala International Airport is a short drive from the Keramoti ferry, putting the house roughly 1 hour 30 minutes from the airport under normal conditions.

Agios Markos is one of Corfu's protected Venetian villages, a hillside cluster of stone houses and narrow lanes above the island's northeast coast. This renovated residence sits within it, keeping the character of authentic Corfiot architecture while offering the comfort of a full modern restoration. The house measures approximately 130 sqm on a 320 sqm plot, with sea views over the surrounding landscape.Thoughtfully restored and presented in excellent, move-in condition, the house is arranged over multiple levels, as older Corfiot homes often are. The main accommodation holds three comfortable bedrooms and two bathrooms, a separate kitchen, and a separate dining area, so the living, cooking and sleeping spaces stay distinct rather than open-plan. One bedroom has a fireplace, a period feature that also adds warmth on cooler evenings.A lower level, reached by internal steps, provides a flexible office together with an additional bathroom. That lower level is genuinely useful: it works as a study for remote working, a guest room, or extra accommodation, depending on how you use the house. Air conditioning units have been fitted throughout, so the interior stays comfortable through the warm Corfu summer. The restoration keeps the details that give the house its character, including wooden shutters and traditional finishes, while bringing it up to a modern standard.Outside, the house makes the most of its setting. Stone-paved terraces and balconies step through the plot, and a pergola covered with climbing plants shades an outdoor dining area, the kind of spot that gets used for long lunches and evening meals through the season. The terraces capture sea views and light, and the village's traditional, enclosed layout gives the outdoor spaces a real sense of privacy.Rental potentialCorfu draws visitors across a long Ionian season, and this house lets on the strength of exactly what makes it distinctive: the traditional character of Agios Markos, a protected Venetian village of stone houses and narrow lanes rather than a resort strip. Guests looking for the authentic side of the island tend to seek out places like this, and its proximity to Corfu Town, with the Venetian old town, the port and the airport all a short drive away, keeps it easy to reach and well placed for day trips and evenings out.Location - distancesThe village sits on the green northeast side of Corfu, in the foothills below Mount Pantokrator, with the coast a short way downhill. The resort and beach of Ipsos are roughly 6 km away, about a ten-minute drive, and offer everyday amenities: restaurants, cafes, supermarkets, beach bars, and water sports. Corfu Town, with its Venetian old town, port and services, is about 12 km away, and Corfu International Airport is a similar distance, so the island's connections are close without the village losing its quiet. The wider area, from Dassia to Pyrgi, is one of the island's most established areas for both residents and visitors.This house trades on character: Venetian-influenced architecture, a careful renovation, sea views, and outdoor spaces suited to the Corfu climate, in one of the island's most atmospheric villages. For buyers drawn to the traditional side of Corfu rather than a modern build, it is a rare combination of authenticity and comfort, ready to move into.Beach: 2 kmVerde Blu Beach (Barbati): 4.5 kmYpsos: 4 kmCorfu Town: 17.5 kmCorfu International Airport: 20 km

Tragaki sits about 11 km north of Zakynthos Town, in a green valley of olive groves and vineyards a short drive from the east-coast beaches. This 79 sqm home stands on a plot of approximately 427 sqm, with sea views from its upper floor.The ground floor opens into a bright living area with a fully equipped kitchen and a guest WC. Upstairs, two double bedrooms with built-in wardrobes share a family bathroom and open onto a balcony with sea views towards the Ionian Sea. Three air-conditioning units, one in the living area and one in each bedroom, keep the interior comfortable across the seasons.The standout space of the house's garden is a covered lounge fitted with bi-folding glass doors. Opened fully, it becomes a shaded extension of the outdoor area that catches the summer breeze; closed, it works as a comfortable additional living room in cooler months. The garden is set up for relaxed entertaining, with a heated jacuzzi for evenings under the stars and a dedicated BBQ area for al fresco dinners. A covered carport with an attached storeroom handles parking and storage, and the property draws on the mains water supply while keeping its own private backup water tank for security.The plot also carries a remaining building allowance for residential use. That leaves room to add a guest studio, a home office, or an extension to the main house, subject to obtaining the mandatory permits.Rental potentialZakynthos is one of the busier Ionian islands for holiday rentals, with a long season that typically runs from around April through October, so a well-equipped home in Tragaki can let steadily across spring, summer and autumn. The covered lounge, heated jacuzzi and BBQ area give it strong appeal in the summer months, and Tsilivi, with its beach and amenities, is only a short drive away. Tragaki's residential, year-round character keeps the village calm rather than fully seasonal, which supports interest beyond the peak weeks. For owners who prefer not to manage bookings themselves, there are many reputable management companies operating on the island.Location - distancesThe village Tragaki sits between the resorts of Tsilivi and Alykanas, with Tsilivi and its shops, tavernas and sandy beach roughly 2 km away. A cluster of quieter beaches, including Bouka, Ampoula and Psarou, lies a short drive to the north. Zakynthos Town, the island's capital and port, is about 8.5 km away, and Zakynthos International Airport is roughly 13 km away, around 20 minutes by car. The surrounding hills hold the church of Panagia Spiloula and the Monastery of Panagia Dermatousa, and the views from the village reach across the sea towards Kefalonia.Tragaki: Walking distanceKatragaki Beach: 2.5 kmPsarou Beach: 4 kmZakynthos Town: 8.5 kmZakynthos International Airport: 13 km

A renovated five-bedroom property 500 metres from Potamos Beach and around 40 minutes from Thessaloniki City Centre, this is one of the few properties near Greece's second city where you can live year-round and still walk to open sand. The main house was renovated throughout in 2025, is sold fully furnished, and is ready to move into.The property offers a total living area of 190 sqm, with 5 bedrooms and two bathrooms, divided into two separate spaces:Main house - 165 sqm: Fully renovated in 2025, the main residence offers 165 sqm of comfortable, modern living space, arranged around a spacious main living area that opens onto a large terrace with a sea view.Independent attic space - 25 sqm: The additional 25 sqm attic is a separate, independent space, accessible via an external staircase. It features a spacious room and a bathroom, adding flexibility to the property, since it can serve as guest accommodation, a home office, room for extended family, or a unit to update to taste over time.The property sits on a 6,137 sqm plot, a generous size for a house this close to both Thessaloniki, Chalkidiki and the coast. Around 100 olive trees give the grounds an established, productive character and a strong sense of privacy, while the large terrace, with its sea view, forms the natural centre of outdoor life. There is no swimming pool at present, though the plot size leaves ample room to add one, subject to obtaining the necessary permits.The location is what sets this property apart. It works as a permanent residence for someone working in Thessaloniki: the drive to the Nea Elvetia metro station connects to the line running into the city centre, making a regular commute practical. It works just as well as a holiday home, with the beach a few minutes away on foot, the airport close by for weekend arrivals, and the whole of Chalkidiki within easy reach for longer days by the sea. Few properties near Thessaloniki carry both roles this comfortably.For a buyer who wants one property that offers both everyday life near a major city and easy access to the sea and Chalkidiki, this renovated and furnished property in Epanomi offers a rare combination of space, location, and immediate liveability.Location - distancesEpanomi is a quiet residential area on the coast southeast of Thessaloniki, valued for its calm setting and its closeness to Potamos Beach, widely considered the nicest beach near the city: a long, sandy stretch with a handful of beach bars. Thessaloniki International Airport is approximately 30 minutes away by car, and the start of the Kassandra peninsula in Chalkidiki is around 45 minutes, placing some of northern Greece's best-known coastline within a comfortable drive. The shops, restaurants, hospitals and cultural life of Greece's second largest city are all within reach, while the property itself stays in a settled, residential setting away from the crowds.Potamos Beach: 500 mShipwreck Epanomi: 6 kmNea Irakleia Beach: 8.5 kmEpanomi Beach: 10 kmThessaloniki International Airport: 23 kmAristotelous Square, Thessaloniki City Centre: 36 kmNea Poteidea (Gateway to the Kassandra Peninsula in Chalkidiki): 44 km

A fully renovated villa on the prized Nissaki hillside of north-east Corfu, with panoramic views over the Ionian Sea and a private pool placed to make the most of them.Renovated in 2025, the villa offers about 120 sqm of bright, open-plan living that pairs modern comfort with Mediterranean character. The villa unfolds on a single floor, featuring a spacious living and dining area, a kitchen, two bedrooms with a bathroom, and an en-suite master bedroom with a reception area leading to the pool. Large windows and terrace doors fill the living and dining areas with light and frame the sea, and the principal rooms face the view, creating an easy connection between the interior and the landscape outside.An 11 x 6 m private swimming pool sits at the heart of the plot, positioned for open sea views and wrapped by generous sun terraces. The landscaped gardens give privacy, while a shaded outdoor dining area, a built-in barbecue and several seating terraces make room for al fresco meals from morning coffee through to sunset over the Ionian. Private parking is available, and the 1,000 sqm plot keeps the setting private throughout.Rental potentialA fully renovated sea-view villa with a private pool, in one of Corfu's most sought-after coastal areas, has clear appeal for holiday letting alongside personal use. North-east Corfu draws visitors across a long season, and properties of this quality in Nissaki tend to hold steady demand.Location - distancesNissaki is one of Corfu's most desirable residential areas, on the green, mountainous north-east coast known for clear turquoise water and waterfront tavernas. Nissaki beach, with its excellent swimming, is close by, and the nearby resorts of Barbati, Kassiopi and Ipsos add restaurants, cafes, supermarkets and everyday amenities. Corfu Town and the island's airport lie within easy reach to the south, so the villa works for both holidays and year-round living.Nissaki Beach: 900 mBarbati: 3 kmCorfu Town: 22 kmCorfu International Airport: 24 km

Built in 2004 on a generous 4,000 sqm plot, this 120 sqm villa combines everyday comfort with the Corfu countryside.The villa unfolds over a single floor. It features a large living/dining room with a fireplace and an open-plan kitchen, while patio doors open straight onto the pool terrace, giving an easy flow between indoors and outdoors. There are two bedrooms, one double and one twin, and also fitted with bunk beds, one bathroom and one WC. The house has full air conditioning, Wi-Fi, a dishwasher, a washing machine and a microwave. There is a small storage room beneath the main house. It should be noted that there is residual building factor, meaning that one could expand the property, subject to obtaining the relevant and mandatory permits.The garden is built around a large 15 x 6 m private swimming pool, facing south-west for afternoon sun and sunset light. A pergola with seating for large parties, a barbecue area and sunbeds around the pool make room for outdoor meals and relaxing through the day, while there is also an exterior fully-equipped kitchen with a stone oven housed in a structure adjacent to the pool.Rental potentialSet up and ready to let, with a standout pool and space to sleep a family, the villa suits holiday letting alongside personal use. South-west Corfu draws visitors across a long season for its quiet beaches, walking and wineries, and Elxis can advise on rental management if letting is part of the plan.Location - distancesDragotina is a quiet village near Agios Mattheos in the rural south-west of Corfu, a landscape of olive groves and cypress-covered hills dotted with local wineries and walking trails. The village shops and tavernas are close by, the undeveloped west-coast beaches such as Paramonas are a short drive away, and the protected lagoon and long sandy beach at Lake Korission are within easy reach. Corfu Town and the island's airport lie to the north-east.Dragotina village: 400 m (Shops & Restaurants)Arkoudilas Beach: 3.5 kmCorfu Town: 46 kmCorfu International Airport: 44.5 km

The house unfolds over two levels. The upper floor features an open living area with built-in stone benches that sit naturally within the stone architecture, plus a kitchen and dining area finished with wooden detailing, while an open balcony takes in views of the sea and the Mani mountains. The lower floor has two bedrooms, each opening onto a balcony that leads down to the garden. Traditional Mani stone architecture is paired with day-to-day comfort: air conditioning, a solar water heater, a fireplace, wooden frames and tiled floors, and the house is fully furnished and equipped. After careful upkeep and steady investment by the current owners, it is presented in excellent, move-in-ready condition.The garden is laid out for relaxing and entertaining, with a generous barbecue area and an outdoor dining space. The plot holds eight olive trees, seven grown for oil and one table olive, several of them over 300 years old, which give it a genuinely old Mediterranean character. Three private parking spaces sit directly in front of the house.Characterful yet comfortable, and ready to enjoy from day one, the house suits permanent living, a holiday home, or an investment in one of Greece's least spoilt parts.Rental potentialAn authentic stone house with sea and mountain views, a short walk from the beach and a short drive from the resort of Stoupa, has clear appeal for holiday letting alongside personal use. The West Mani draws visitors across a long season for its coast and its traditional villages, while reputable management companies operate in the area, and can offer assistance and ease-of-mind for the short-term letting of the property.Location - distancesAno Riglia is a quiet, authentic village in the Messinian Mani, set in the hills just above the coast in a region of stone villages, olive groves and a dramatic shoreline where the mountains meet the sea. Close by is the fishing village of Agios Nikolaos, with its harbour, tavernas and shops, and the popular resort of Stoupa, known for its sandy beaches, restaurants and boutiques. Traditional mountain villages such as Platsa and Pigi lie a short drive inland, and the nearest beach, Pantazi, is within walking distance.Pantazi Beach: 800 mAgios Nikolaos: 1.5 kmStoupa: 6 kmKalamata: 48 kmKalamata International Airport: 60 km

A contemporary villa of natural stone, glass and white finishes, with an independent guest house, a private pool, and landscaped gardens on a 2,000 sqm plot in Linia, South Corfu.The main villaThe main residence extends to about 186 sqm, designed around clean contemporary lines with large glass surfaces that draw daylight inside and connect the living areas to the gardens. Unfolding over a single floor, the main villa features an open-plan living/dining room and kitchen, a laundry room, as well as a total of 3 bedrooms. The master bedroom has an en-suite bathroom, while the two other bedrooms share a bathroom. Large sliding doors open from the living/dining area and the master bedroom onto the landscaped garden and pool area. A heat pump system and a fireplace give year-round comfort, pairing modern heating with a traditional focal point in the living space.The guesthouseSet within the gardens, a separate guest house of about 40 sqm provides independent accommodation with one double bedroom, two bunk beds for children, and its own bathroom. It suits visiting family, children, older relatives, staff, or guests who prefer their own space. Large sliding doors flood the guesthouse with light and offer direct access to the garden.The gardenThe focal point of the villa's garden is the pool and sun-lounge area. Adjacent to the pool, there is a covered terrace with an al-fresco dining area and an outdoor kitchen. The property's fencing is a mix of stone walls and chain-link fencing, while the garden features many mature olive trees as well as other local flora. There is also sheltered open-air parking for several vehicles on site, as well as a separate storage room. The large plot, mature planting and separate guest house give the property a strong sense of privacy.Rental potentialThe villa is well suited to holiday letting alongside personal use. The four-bedroom layout across two buildings, the private pool, the large grounds, and the proximity to some of South Corfu's best-known sandy beaches make it an attractive short-stay property, and the independent guest house can be let together with the main house for larger groups. South Corfu draws visitors across a long summer season.Location - distancesLinia lies in the Chlomos community of South Corfu, in gentle countryside on the plain behind the Issos coast, among olive groves and quiet lanes. Close by are the long, dune-backed sandy beaches of Issos and Agios Georgios Argyradon and the protected lagoon of Lake Korission, valued for its birdlife and walking. The resorts of Messonghi and Moraitika offer restaurants, shops and services, many open through the year, and the fishing villages of Petriti and Boukari are known for their waterfront seafood tavernas. Corfu Town and the island's airport lie within easy reach to the north.Korission Lagoon: 800 mLinia: 1.1 kmIssos Beach: 2.4 kmFlamingo Observation Point: 2.3 kmChalikounas Beach: 11 kmLefkimi: 14.5 kmCorfu Town: 28 kmCorfu International Airport: 25.5 km

Sea, island and mountain views from a furnished maisonette in Kamaria, 3.5 km from Finikounda and an 800 m walk from a sandy beach.Built in 2008 and well maintained, the property is arranged over three levels as two independent living spaces, with a total interior area of about 75 sqm on a 537 sqm plot. It is delivered fully furnished and equipped.The middle level, entered directly from the road, holds an open-plan living and dining area with a fully fitted kitchen and a traditional fireplace, opening onto a covered balcony with views of the sea and mountains. An internal staircase leads to the upper level, where the bedroom and a bathroom share the property's best outlook, across the Finikounda gulf, the nearby islands, and the olive-covered countryside. On the lower level is a self-contained studio of about 25 sqm with its own kitchenette and bathroom, and a covered veranda opening to the garden. The studio looks onto the garden rather than the sea, which gives it privacy.Each level has its own covered veranda or balcony, so there is shaded outdoor space to sit and eat throughout the day. Air conditioning provides heating and cooling in every room, the windows and balcony doors are double-glazed aluminium, and there is a landscaped garden and private parking for two cars.The self-contained studio gives useful flexibility. You could use the two upper levels as the main home and let the studio, or let the whole property through the season. For a buyer who wants sea and countryside views, a short walk to the beach, and the flexibility of a separate studio for guests or rental income, this is a practical, move-in-ready base near a working resort village.Rental potentialThe property suits a combination of personal use and holiday letting. Finikounda is an established summer resort on the southern Peloponnese coast, with steady demand for holiday accommodation from late spring through autumn. The self-contained studio adds flexibility: it can be let independently of the main home, or the whole property offered together for larger groups.Location - distancesKamaria is a quiet rural settlement set among olive groves, with well-kept homes and holiday houses for neighbours and an unhurried feel. The nearest resort village, Finikounda, is one of the prettier spots on the southern Peloponnese coast: a working harbour for fishing and leisure boats, long sandy beaches with clear, shallow water, and a seafront of cafes and tavernas serving fresh fish, along with supermarkets, a pharmacy and shops for everyday needs. The wider area is rich in things to do, from the Venetian sea castle at Methoni and the harbour town of Pylos on Navarino Bay to the golf courses and restaurants around Costa Navarino and Gialova. The capital of the prefecture, Kalamata, is a vibrant city offering all modern amenities and lively throughout the year. Its international airport offers year-round connections to many European cities.Beach: 800 mKamaria: 750 mFoinikounta: 3.5 kmMethoni: 9 kmPylos: 18.5 kmCosta Navarino Golf Courses: 24 kmGialova: 27 kmKalamata International Airport: 50 kmKalamata: 59 km

The house was built in 2000 and renovated in 2015, and it is sold fully furnished, so it is ready to use from the first season.A short flight of stairs leads to the ground floor, which features an open-plan living/dining area with a fireplace, a kitchen, and a bathroom. An internal staircase connects the ground floor with the first floor, where there are two bedrooms and one more bathroom. A covered terrace on this floor offers open views of the Ionian Sea and surrounding countryside.The semi-basement floor of the cottage functions as a self-contained apartment, featuring a living/dining area and kitchenette, an additional bedroom, and a bathroom. Thus, this versatile property can accommodate guests without infringing upon the privacy of its owners.Air conditioning units handle both heating and cooling, and hot water runs on a solar system with an electric backup. The property is on the mains water network, with private septic drainage. Security cameras are installed, and internet is available at the house.The plot measures roughly 1,000 sqm, with on-site parking and open ground around the house. There is no pool at present, though the plot size allows for one, subject to the usual permissions. The plot is a mature, shaded garden built around several large plane trees, with a stone-paved terrace beneath them that holds a table for outdoor meals and a covered, built-in barbecue for cooking outside. A small stream runs along one boundary, crossed by a stone footbridge and edged with reeds, which keeps this corner green and cool through the summer. Pine and fruit trees, potted plants, and a hammock fill out the rest of the grounds.Location - distancesKanali sits on the Ionian coast just south of Preveza, in the northwest of mainland Greece. The beach here is a long, broad strip of sand and fine pebbles, backed by seasonal tavernas, cafes, and beach bars. Preveza town, with its year-round shops, restaurants, and services, is about 10 to 12 km away, roughly 15 minutes by car, so a car is useful for everyday errands. Preveza (Aktion) National Airport is about 22 km from the house, making arrivals and departures straightforward. The ancient city of Nikopolis, founded by Octavian to mark his victory at Actium, lies about 7 km away, and the sheltered waters and wetlands of the Amvrakikos Gulf are within easy reach for walking, birdwatching, and boat trips.Beach: 200 mKanali: 2.5 kmPreveza: 16 kmPreveza International Airport: 21 kmLefkada: 42 kmParga: 47 km

In Kokkino Chorio, Western Crete, this is a one-time opportunity to acquire the last available villa in an exclusive development already under construction. Designed to make the most of its privileged setting, the home maintains a strong connection with the landscape and the sea: expansive glazing draws the views indoors, while the living spaces open naturally towards the terraces and the endless blue of the Aegean Sea.The villa offers approx. 138 sqm of living space across two levels, set on a plot of approx. 842 sqm and featuring a 33 sqm swimming pool.The ground floor includes three bedrooms and three bathrooms. Two bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms, while the third bathroom serves the third bedroom and the rest of the floor. An additional room offers flexible use as a playroom, storage area, or as needed.The upper floor features an open-plan living, dining, and kitchen area oriented towards the sea, along with a guest WC. The living area opens directly onto a spacious terrace with a private pool. Set on the highest level of the property, the main living area and pool offer wide sea views and a seamless indoor-outdoor living experience.The villa is equipped with a heat pump and fire detection system. Floor-to-ceiling sliding doors connect the living area with the terrace and feature triple glazing. A private carport is also included, with pre-installation for an electric-vehicle charging point.This last villa offers the distinct advantage of securing a home already under construction while still benefiting from the same price offered at the initial off-plan stage, before construction began.Rental potentialThe villa is ideal if you are looking for a combination of own use and rentals or if you are interested in investing in a property to generate extra rental income. Crete has the longest holiday season of all Greek islands, and there is strong demand for high-end accommodation throughout the year as the island is very popular with affluent, cosmopolitan travellers.Location - DistancesImmortalised as one of the filming locations for 'Zorba the Greek', Kokkino Chorio has preserved its traditional looks and the locals' hospitality. Within the village, one can find small shops and mini markets catering for daily necessities such as groceries. In the Plateia, the village’s main square, there is a coffee place, a kafeneion, as it is called in Greek, and a taverna. Kokkino Chorio is settled in a breathtaking geological environment: strolling northwest from the village, one will find unique caves and geological formations. On the other hand, the strangely shaped mountain crowning Kokkino Chorio is called Drapanokefala, which translates to the sickle-like head.Following the 1964 filming, Kokkino Chorio has become a representative of Greek culture and life, and for good reasons! Alongside other areas of Apokoronas, the most northeastern district in Chania, Kokkino Chorio combines stunning views and crystal waters with convenience. You can easily reach Kokkino Chorio throughout the year, and in short distances and minute drives, you can find all you may need!Koutalas Beach: 2 kmElephant Cave (scuba diving sight): 3 kmAlmyrida: 4.5 kmChania International Airport: 40 kmChania City Center (& Port): 29 kmRethymno City Center (& Old Town-Fortezza): 49 km

Set just 150 m from the sea in Makrigialos, the house was built in 2009 and offers 77 sqm of living space, complemented by a 25 sqm terrace and balcony. It comprises an open-plan living room and kitchen, two bedrooms and two full bathrooms, each fitted with a shower cabin, toilet and sink, with one of the showers also featuring a hydromassage system. The kitchen comes equipped with a fridge, freezer, cooker, dishwasher, coffee machine and oven, and the property is sold furnished throughout. Windows are fitted with shutters, mosquito nets and roller blinds. An autonomous heating system and A/C inverters cover both ends of the year, and hot water comes from solar panels. The house has a communal water supply, WiFi, satellite TV, a security system, and on-site parking with an electric fence, while an outdoor barbecue was recently added.Below the house, a 44 sqm storage unit already has a washing-machine connection, with the potential to add a bathroom and kitchen at a later date, subject to the necessary permits. Currently, the space serves as practical storage.Rental potentialMakrigialos is home to residents throughout the year, while also attracting visitors during the warmer months. This gives owners the flexibility to enjoy the property themselves or make use of it as a holiday rental. Being sold furnished and well equipped means less preparation for a new owner looking to enter the rental market. Reputable management companies operate throughout this part of Crete and can advise on what's involved in taking that step, if it's of interest.Location - distancesLasithi is the easternmost regional unit of Crete, bordered by the Sea of Crete to the north and the Libyan Sea to the south, with the Dikti mountains rising behind a coastline that runs from Agios Nikolaos and Elounda through Sitia and down to Ierapetra. It's known for a slower pace than the island's more built-up west, with Minoan sites, the Lasithi Plateau's windmills, and the palm forest at Vai among its landmarks.Makrigialos sits on Crete’s southern coast, about 25 km east of Ierapetra, combining crystal-clear waters with a vibrant seafront and an authentic Cretan atmosphere. Its promenade is lined with high-end restaurants, boutiques and shops, while the surrounding area offers plenty to explore, from the nearby beaches of Lagoufa, Diaskari and Lagada to hiking routes through the Cretan landscape.Beach: walking distanceLagoufa Beach: 850 mMakrigialos: 1 kmDiaskari Beach: 1.2 kmLagada Beach: 2.5 kmPefki Gorge: 6 kmOrino (Red Butterfly) Gorge: 16 km

On the quiet edge of Finiki, a traditional stone village in southwestern Messinia, Villa in Finiki is a single-level villa built in 2022, framed by olive groves and open countryside.The house measures 111 square metres, entirely on one level, on a fenced 919 sqm plot. Each of the two bedrooms has its own en-suite bathroom, and a separate utility room handles storage and laundry. Inside, an open-plan living, dining, and kitchen area runs in natural wood and neutral tones, with wide sliding glass doors opening onto the terrace. Windows and doors are aluminium-framed and double-glazed, fitted with electric roller shutters that operate individually or all together from one switch. Three air conditioning units cover heating and cooling, and underfloor heating and cooling has already been piped throughout the house, ready for a heat pump unit if a buyer wants to activate it. An 8.28 kWp solar array with battery storage supplements the mains power connection.The 3x9 m pool sits beside a natural-stone sun terrace and two pergola-covered outdoor living areas, one of them opening directly off the master bedroom. There's an outdoor shower with hot and cold water, a fenced and irrigated garden with a handful of mature olive trees and two young palms, a gated entrance with a second access gate, and both a private parking area and a separate 32 sqm garage. The garage's flat roof doubles as an additional terrace, reached via an exterior staircase, with views over olive-covered hills to the sea and the island of Schiza.Rental potentialSouthwestern Messinia has become one of the Peloponnese's more sought-after corners for international buyers, with Finikounda and Methoni drawing steady interest from Northern European visitors, alongside the broader pull of nearby Costa Navarino. Villa in Finiki sits close enough to that demand to benefit from it, while keeping the quieter, village-edge setting that many renters are specifically looking for over a busier resort strip. Kalamata International Airport, about an hour's drive away, brings direct seasonal flights from several European countries, which matters more for rental reach than distance alone, since it puts the area within easy striking distance for a long weekend as well as a full holiday. A modern, single-level villa with a private pool is well suited to that market if letting is of interest alongside personal use.Location - distancesFiniki is a small, traditional village of old stone houses, largely untouched by tourist development, about 2.8 km, 5 minutes by car, from Lambes beach. Finikounda itself, with its harbour, restaurants, and everyday shops, is 8.3 km away, and the historic town of Methoni, with its Venetian castle, is 6 km. Pylos and Navarino Bay lie roughly 15 km farther on, and Kalamata, with its international airport and hospital, is about an hour's drive away.

In Vamos, one of the larger villages of Apokoronas in Western Crete, Vamos Hillside Villa sits on a slope with views reaching both the sea and the White Mountains.Part of a small development, built in 2007 and renovated in phases between 2022 and 2025, the villa spans 100 sqm across two floors, on a 250 sqm plot. It comes fully furnished, with a fully equipped kitchen and two bathrooms. Windows are glazed, with shutters and mosquito nets throughout. Heating runs through an oil-fired boiler, backed up by air conditioning for the warmer months and a solar water heater for hot water, a combination that keeps the house usable well beyond the peak summer weeks.The ground floor houses the living/dining room, the kitchen and one bathroom. Both the living/dining room and the kitchen open onto a covered patio, ideal for al fresco dining. The courtyard offers more space for dining and entertainment, while the shared swimming pool is just steps away.The first floor of the villa houses the two bedrooms and a bathroom. Both bedrooms open up onto a covered terrace with sea and mountain views.Rental potential The villa is well-placed for short-stay letting, if that's of interest, in a village that draws steady holiday demand from spring to autumn. Apokoronas has an established rental market, and a two-bedroom house with a shared pool and views to both the sea and the mountains fits the kind of property renters in the area tend to look for.Location - distancesPerched on a quiet hill just 56 meters above the coastal resort of Almyrida, Aspro is a small, traditional Cretan hamlet in the Apokoronas region of Chania. Known for its peaceful, secluded atmosphere, the village features narrow paved lanes, lush greenery, and beautifully preserved 18th-century stone houses alongside restored homes. From its elevated vantage point, Aspro offers sweeping panoramic views of Souda Bay and the surrounding countryside. While the village itself remains intentionally undeveloped without bustling commercial squares, it sits just 1.5 kilometers from the sandy beaches, seaside tavernas, and shops of Almyrida. This makes Aspro an ideal spot for those seeking authentic, sleepy Cretan charm within walking distance of the coast.Aspro: walking distanceAlmyrida: 2kmKeras Beach: 3 kmGeorgioupoli Beach: 17 kmChania: 25.5 kmChania International Airport: 33 km

Set on Aristotelous Square, at the heart of Thessaloniki, this apartment is housed in a listed 1959 building and combines a recently renovated interior with one of the city’s most sought-after locations. Sold fully furnished, it places the historic city centre and the waterfront promenade within easy reach, while the cafés, restaurants and vibrant atmosphere of the square are right on the doorstep.The apartment offers 104 sqm of living space, with a separate 3 sqm storage/laundry room. The property is essentially arranged as two self-contained apartments, each comprising a bedroom, bathroom, and open-plan living/dining area with its own kitchen. The two apartments share a common main entrance, but upon entering, each has its own separate private entrance door. This configuration allows the property to be used as one larger home or as two independent living spaces, offering flexibility for personal use, guests or rental purposes.The windows are fitted with energy-efficient frames and mosquito nets; four air-conditioning units cater for the hotter months of the year; heating and hot water are supplied by natural gas; and the building is connected to fibre-optic internet.The property features two balconies: the balcony of the front apartment offers a lateral view of the Thermaikos Gulf and along Proxenou Koromila, while the balcony of the rear apartment overlooks the building’s courtyard.Its central location and self-contained layout make the property particularly well suited to a lock-and-leave lifestyle, while the surrounding amenities and transport connections allow residents to enjoy the city without relying on a car.Location - DistancesThessaloniki is Greece’s second-largest city and the historic capital of Macedonia, set along the Thermaikos Gulf. It is known for its waterfront, rich history, large student population, and lively food and nightlife scene. Byzantine, Ottoman and early twentieth-century influences remain visible throughout the city, reflected in its architecture, streets and neighbourhoods.Aristotelous Square is one of Thessaloniki’s most recognisable landmarks. Designed by French architect Ernest Hébrard as part of the city’s reconstruction following the fire of 1917, it stretches from the waterfront towards Egnatia Street and forms one of the city’s main public spaces. Cafés, restaurants and bars line the square, while its central location makes it a natural meeting point and a setting for cultural and public events throughout the year.The apartment’s location provides convenient access to the waterfront promenade, historic centre, shopping streets, restaurants and public transport, with many of Thessaloniki’s attractions within walking distance.Port: walking distanceThessaloniki International Airport: 16 km.Central railway station: 2 kmChalkidiki: 80 km