Elxis - At Home in Greece

Five bedrooms, an 8 x 4 m pool and sea views over the Gulf of Mirabello, on a walled plot of just over 4,000 sqm in Vathy, a short drive from Agios Nikolaos. Completed in 1998, the villa is arranged over three levels, with the main living space on the top level to take full advantage of the view.This 290 sqm villa offers an unusual yet well-functioning layout: bedrooms in the middle, main living area above and a self-contained guest apartment below.On the upper ground floor, a reception room leads to 3 bedrooms. The main bedroom has fitted wardrobes, a ceiling fan and an en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower, and looks out over countryside and mountains. The second and third bedrooms also have fitted wardrobes and ceiling fans, and open onto a large balcony terrace facing the pool and the sea. They share a separate bathroom with a walk-in shower. A generous utility room on this level could be converted into a fourth bedroom in the main residence.A wide spiral staircase rises to the upper floor, a bright open-plan space with views in every direction. The kitchen is fully fitted with custom-made cupboards, pull-out storage and modern appliances, and a gas fireplace adds warmth in the cooler months. A broad balcony terrace runs along this level, offering views of the pool, the sea, and the mountains behind.The lower ground floor is an independent guest apartment with its own entrance and direct access to the garden and pool. It has a kitchen, dining area and living room, 2 bedrooms with walk-in wardrobes, and a bathroom with a walk-in shower. This level is pre-wired for central heating, so radiators can be added if a buyer wants year-round use.A remote-controlled metal gate opens onto landscaped grounds laid with stone and tile, enclosed by a perimeter wall and fence. The pool terrace is the centre of outdoor life, with a covered barbecue, a traditional wood-fired oven and sea views from the water. Citrus and fig trees, flowering plants and a collection of cacti fill the garden.This house is built for gatherings that last a few weeks rather than a weekend. The main family can live across the upper two floors, while grown-up children, grandparents or friends settle into the guest apartment with their own kitchen and front door. Everyone meets at the pool and around the wood oven in the evening, and nobody ever runs out of space.Rental potentialEastern Crete enjoys a long holiday season, and the Agios Nikolaos area is popular for villa rentals from spring well into autumn. With 5 bedrooms, a private pool and a self-contained guest apartment, the property could be let as a whole, or the apartment could be let separately while the owners use the main house.Location - distancesVathy is a small, quiet settlement in the municipality of Agios Nikolaos, set in the hills above the coast between Agios Nikolaos and Istron. It combines a peaceful, residential feel with easy access to one of eastern Crete's best-served stretches. Agios Nikolaos offers its harbour, Lake Voulismeni, restaurants, shops and the regional hospital, while the beaches of Istron, including Voulisma, are close by. Elounda, boat trips to Spinalonga, the hill village of Kritsa with its Byzantine church of Panagia Kera, and the Minoan site of Gournia are all within easy reach.Karavostasi Beach: 3 kmVoulisma Beach: 5 kmIstron Bay (Pylos Beach): 6 kmAgios Nikolaos: 8 kmHeraklion: 69 kmHeraklion International Airport: 66.5 km

Olive groves fall away towards the sea below Lachanada, and this contemporary villa sits among them, built in 2021 on a plot of 4,465 sqm with views over the water and the islands off the Messinian coast. Stone walls, oak floors and timber pergolas give it a calm, natural character, and the house is arranged so that almost every main room faces the view.The house offers roughly 325 sqm in total, across two levels of living space and a separate storage and technical level. The elevated ground floor is the home's heart. An open-plan living and dining area runs into a fully fitted kitchen with a central island, beneath a decorative timber ceiling, and large aluminium sliding doors bring in the light and open the room onto the terrace. This level also holds two bedrooms sharing a bathroom, a large built-in wardrobe, an office, a utility room, a laundry room and a guest WC. The living area, office, and both bedrooms look out over the sea and the islands, and the living room, office, and one bedroom open directly onto the main terrace.The lower ground floor adds 46 sqm of independent accommodation: a bedroom with an en-suite bathroom, a second room that works as a bedroom, or a lounge with a sofa bed, and a kitchen. It has its own entrance and its own L-shaped pergola terrace, while an internal staircase links it to the floor above, so it can serve as a guest apartment or simply as part of the main house.A further 116 sqm of storage and technical space, also with its own entrance, houses the heating system, the water treatment equipment, additional laundry facilities and a workshop with a fully equipped workbench.The villa is earthquake-resistant, fully insulated, and features a reinforced concrete roof slab, double-glazed aluminium windows, aluminium louvred shutters (electrically operated in the main rooms), and insect screens throughout. Floors are solid oak with a natural oiled finish, with tiles in the entrance areas and bathrooms. Heating and cooling run through underfloor and ceiling systems powered by two Daikin heat pumps, supported by five individually controlled Daikin air conditioning units and a wood-burning stove. Hot water is solar-heated, a water softening system serves the house, and two backup tanks hold 2,000 litres in total. The heat pumps and solar installation are placed at the rear of the plot, out of sight of the garden and terraces.The main terrace is the villa’s principal outdoor space: shaded by a wooden pergola with bamboo covering and laid out with a dining area and a lounge, both facing the infinity pool and the sea. The pool uses a Davey saltwater system and features underwater lighting and an integrated massage system, with a stone-built outdoor shower alongside. Behind the house, a built-in seat sits in the shade of a large old olive tree, a sheltered spot away from the sun.The garden is laid out on several levels, with 51 olive trees, native Mediterranean planting, natural stone walls and paved paths linking the different areas, all watered by a Gardena automatic irrigation system. The plot is fully fenced, with a remote-controlled gate and a concrete drive leading to private parking.The setting is rural and private, and that is much of its appeal. With full insulation, heat pumps and underfloor heating, the villa is equipped for comfortable use in the cooler months as well as the summer, and the separate lower level means family or friends can stay for weeks without anyone feeling crowded. For buyers looking for a base in Greece for long, unhurried stays, or for a permanent home in the countryside, it is set up for both.Rental potentialSouth-west Messinia has a long holiday season, and villas with private pools and sea views are well suited to short-term rentals from spring through autumn. The independent guest level adds flexibility, and rental management can be arranged locally.Location - distancesThe villa lies just outside Lachanada, a small farming village of stone houses that has kept its traditional character and its year-round local community. Below it, Finikounda is a seaside village with long sandy beaches, a small harbour for fishing and leisure boats, tavernas serving fresh fish and Messinian dishes, and everyday shops including supermarkets and a pharmacy. Methoni, with its Venetian castle, and Pylos on Navarino Bay are both within easy reach, as are the golf courses of the Pylos area. Kalamata, the regional capital, has the nearest airport and a public hospital.Lachanada: 650 mLoutsa Beach: 2 kmFinikounda: 3 kmMethoni: 13 kmPylos: 24.5 kmNearest Golf Course: 28 kmGialova: 30 kmKalamata (City Centre and Marina): 57 kmKalamata International Airport: 47 km

Armenades is a small village in the green hills of north-west Corfu, a few kilometres inland from the beaches of Agios Georgios and Arillas. The villa sits on its own plot inside the village.The layout is arranged around the pool. On the ground floor, two double bedrooms open through patio doors directly onto the pool terrace and share a bathroom with a bath. Upstairs, the living space is a single open-plan room under timber ceilings: a kitchen with oven, hob and dishwasher, a dining area, and a sitting area around the fireplace. A guest WC is on this level, and a door leads out to the roof terrace. A hand-crafted wooden staircase connects the two floors.The living space measures 100 sqm across the two floors, plus a closed storeroom and a boiler room. Air conditioning and ceiling fans run throughout, with oil-fired central heating and the fireplace for the cooler months. Windows are double-glazed and fitted with mosquito screens.The pool is the focal point of the villa's garden. A tiled sun terrace flanks it. A covered pergola with a barbecue gives a shaded place to cook and eat outdoors.A notable feature of the villa is the roof terrace, offering views over the hills of the north-west. The plot is enclosed, with a private driveway and a carport.With both bedrooms on the pool level and the living space upstairs, the villa suits a couple or a small family spending the summer on Corfu. Mornings can start at a different beach each day, on either the west or the north coast, and end back at the pool.Rental potentialNorth-west Corfu has a long holiday season, and villas with a private pool attract steady interest from late spring into autumn. Local agencies can manage bookings, cleaning and changeovers for a new owner.Location - distancesArmenades is a small hill village in the Agios Georgios area. Within about 10 km you have a choice of beaches on two coasts: the long bay of Agios Georgios (Pagon) and Arillas to the west, Agios Stefanos and the Canal d'Amour at Sidari to the north, and the Logas cliffs at Peroulades for the sunset. Village tavernas are found in Armenades and nearby Agios Georgios.Armenades: Walking distance (500 m)Agios Georgios (Pagon) Beach: 4.5 kmPorto Timoni Beach: 6 kmSidari: 6.5 kmCanal d'Amour: 7 kmAgios Stefanos Beach: 8 kmLoggas Beach: 9 kmAcharavi: 16 kmCorfu Town: 32.5 kmCorfu International Airport: 34 km

Built in 2006, this villa offers 141 sqm over two floors. The ground floor holds the 3 bedrooms, each with a door to the covered, tiled veranda that runs around the house, together with the main bathroom, which includes a bathtub and a shower cubicle, and a storeroom. All bedrooms have direct access to the villa's tiled veranda that runs around the house. A storage room completes the floor.A flight of stairs takes one to the upper floor, which houses the open-plan living/dining room and kitchen, all under an exposed timber roof. A shower room serves this floor, and a covered balcony overlooks the land. Heating oil radiators and air conditioning provide heating and cooling; hot water comes from an electric boiler.The plot of the villa measures approximately 989 sqm. Lawn, olive and fruit trees surround the house, with a garden pergola, paved paths and a paved driveway leading to private parking. Three garden storerooms, two attached to the house and a free-standing wooden shed, add 12 sqm of space for tools and outdoor equipment.Rental potentialNorth-west Corfu has a long holiday season, with the beaches between Sidari and Arillas drawing visitors from spring well into autumn. The house has a record as a long-term let, and its layout also lends itself to holiday letting.Location - distancesTsoukalio is a small rural locality of Magoulades, one of the larger traditional villages of north-west Corfu. The setting is open and residential rather than touristic, yet the coast is close: Sidari, with its sandstone formations and the Canal d'Amour, lies just to the north, and the sandy beaches of Arillas, Agios Stefanos, and Agios Georgios are within easy reach on the west coast. The Logas cliffs at Peroulades are a local favourite at sunset, and the tavernas of Magoulades and Avliotes keep a Greek village rhythm year-round.Tsoukalio: walking distanceSiradi: 3.5 kmCanal d'Amour: 4 kmLoggas Beach: 6 kmArillas Beach: 6.5 kmAgios Stefanos Beach: 7.5 kmAgios Georgios Pagon Beach: 12.5 kmAcharavi: 14 kmCorfu Town: 37 kmCorfu International Airport: 38.5 km

Drepano is one of the liveliest villages on the Argolic coast, with its own long beach and a square lined with tavernas. This house sits just outside it, on a fenced plot overlooking open fields, the mountains, and the sea from the upper floors. Built in 2010 and sold fully furnished, it is ready to use from day one.The house offers 223 sqm across four levels, including a 55 sqm basement with a garage and storage space. The elevated ground floor (accessible from both the front and back of the house) features an open-plan living/dining area and kitchen at the centre of the home. The kitchen is equipped with a fridge, freezer, ceramic hob, extractor hood, oven with grill and a separate microwave. A storage room, a WC/utility room and the wide and elegant wooden staircase leading to the first level complete this floor. The living/dining room has access to a spacious, partly covered veranda, offering a spot for relaxation, dining, and entertaining. The first floor is occupied by the commodious master bedroom, featuring an ensuite bathroom and a walk-in closet. A balcony with sea views runs across the entire width of the bedroom. The top level of the maisonette houses two more bedrooms which share a bathroom fitted with a shower.Windows and sliding doors have aluminium frames and mosquito nets, and the sliding doors also have shutters. Every room has air conditioning for cooling and heating, and the house also has oil-fired underfloor heating. Hot water comes from an electric boiler, and water is supplied from the municipal mains via a private tank and pump. All indoor and outdoor furniture is included in the price.The house stands on its own 797 sqm plot. Part of this plot is fenced and closed by a lockable gate, with parking for several cars. Adjacent to this fenced area lies the remainder of the house’s plot, which the current owners do not use. This opens up the possibility of constructing a pool, subject to obtaining the necessary permits, or adding a vegetable garden or children’s playground. The residence is one of a small group of 4 houses that share a further 729 sqm of common land under an easement, as well as a septic tank. Views open over fields and mountains, and from the upper floors towards the sea. Plaka beach is a few minutes away by car.For a family, the layout works well. The bedrooms are spread across separate floors, giving everyone a little privacy, and the outdoor furniture is already in place for long evenings outside. Mornings on the beach, an afternoon in Nafplio's old town and dinner in the village square all fit easily into one day.Rental potentialThe coast between Nafplio and Tolo draws visitors from spring well into autumn, thanks to its beaches, archaeological sites, and Nafplio itself. A furnished family house in this setting suits holiday rentals, and reputable local management companies can help in this respect.Location - distancesDrepano is a sizeable village with a permanent Greek community, so it stays alive beyond the summer months. Supermarkets, bakeries, butchers, tavernas and cafés are all in the village, and the long beach of Plaka lies at its edge. Beyond the Vivari lagoon, the small fishing harbour of Vivari is known for its waterside fish tavernas. Tolo adds a seafront and a wider choice of restaurants; Nafplio offers its Venetian old town and the Palamidi fortress, and Epidaurus and Mycenae make easy day trips.Drepano village centre: 1 kmPlaka Beach: 1.9 kmVivari Harbour: 3 kmTolo: 6 kmNafplio: 10.5 kmArgos: 20 kmAncient Theatre of Epidaurus: 24 kmMycenae: 30 kmAthens International Airport: 175 km

The villa spans 3 levels. The ground floor (70 sqm) and first floor (33 sqm) make up the main living space of 103 sqm, with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a fully equipped kitchen. The ground floor houses the open-plan living/dining room and kitchen, a bathroom with a shower, and staircases leading to the first and lower ground floor. The first floor houses two bedrooms and a bathroom with a shower. The lower ground level (70 sqm) has its own entrance as well as internal access from the house. It is currently fitted as a self-contained guest apartment with 2 bedrooms, an open-plan kitchen and living area and a bathroom, bringing the villa to 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms in total.The villa was built with external wall insulation, and every window has double glazing, electric shutters and mosquito nets. A heat pump provides both heating and cooling, hot water comes from a solar water heater, and the house is connected to the public water network. The plot is partly fenced, with an alarm system and cameras, and there is covered parking for 1 car.The pool is laid out with families in mind: a main pool up to 1.60 m deep, a separate shallow pool for small children and a whirlpool area. Beyond it is the sea. The water on this side of the island is sheltered, which suits swimming, paddleboarding, and small-boat outings, and the villa has access to a pier, so a small craft can be kept right in front of the house. From the house, the view runs across the water to the islets, with the mountains to the side.This is a house built around summers on the water. Children can move between the pool and the sea in a few steps, a boat can take you to Madouri, Skorpios or Meganisi for the day, and Nidri's harbour, tavernas and shops are a few minutes away by car. For families looking for a base for long holidays on Lefkada, having a pool, a beach and a mooring in one place is the main draw.Rental potentialLefkada's holiday season runs from late spring into autumn, and Nidri is one of the island's main bases for boat trips and sailing. A seafront villa with a family pool, 4 bedrooms and a pier has clear potential as a holiday rental, subject to the licensing that short-term letting requires; the guest level would need a change of use before it could be let on its own.Location - distancesPerigiali is a small, mostly residential settlement just north of Nidri, quieter than the resort centre next door. The east coast faces the Prigiponisia, the cluster of islets that includes Madouri, Sparti and Skorpios, and the water between Lefkada and the mainland is among the most sheltered sailing areas in the Ionian, with Vlicho Bay to the south and Lefkas Marina in Lefkada town.Nidri provides everything for daily life in the season: supermarkets, pharmacies, tavernas along the harbour, and the port where excursion boats leave for Skorpios, Meganisi and the smaller islands, and a car ferry runs to Meganisi. Lefkada is connected to the mainland by road over a floating bridge, so the drive from Preveza airport needs no ferry.Nidri: 1.5 kmLigia: 9 kmLefkada (Capital, bridge to mainland Greece): 15 kmAgios Ioannis Beach: 17.5 kmVasiliki: 24 kmKathisma Beach: 25.5 kmPorto Katsiki: 35 kmPreveza International Airport: 36 kmPreveza: 42 km

A single-storey new-build home on a 335 sqm fenced plot in Asomatos, a small village in southern Rethymno between the Kourtaliotiko gorge and the Libyan Sea Coast.The 67 sqm interior is laid out on one level: an open-plan living room with kitchen, 2 bedrooms and a bathroom with shower. The kitchen includes hot plates, an oven, a fridge, an extractor hood, a dishwasher and a water filter. Double-glazed windows with shutters and mosquito nets throughout. Air conditioning provides heating and cooling, and a solar water heater provides hot water. The Energy Class is A. The villa is sold unfurnished, but furnishing is available upon request for 10,000 Euros, excluding personal effects, letting the buyers decide whether they want the villa ready to use or furnished to their own taste.The fenced plot is arranged on garden levels, a private pool, with an outdoor kitchen and an outdoor shower close by. There is also a garden alongside the house, with additional outdoor space behind the property. There is potential to create a rooftop terrace.From the pool, the view runs across the valley and the surrounding mountains to the Libyan Sea.A private open-air parking space completes the plot. With no immediate neighbours, the house enjoys an exceptional sense of privacy.With 2 bedrooms, a private pool and the south-coast beaches a short drive away, the villa suits a couple or small family looking for an easy, low-maintenance holiday home in Crete. Everything is on one level, the outdoor spaces carry most of daily life from spring to autumn, and the house takes little effort to open up and close down between visits.Rental potentialThe Plakias area has a long holiday season, drawing walkers and gorge hikers in spring and autumn and beach visitors through the summer. Compact villas with a private pool suit short-stay rentals well, and many reputable management companies can handle the formalities and day-to-day operation of the villa as a rental.Location - distancesAsomatos is a traditional village in the municipality of Agios Vasileios with a small permanent Greek community, a couple of kafenia, a pottery workshop and a seasonal taverna. It sits at the southern end of the Kourtaliotiko gorge, on the road from Rethymno to the south coast, which keeps the village quiet and residential while the beaches around Plakias, Damnoni and Preveli remain close. Everyday shopping is in Plakias, with the full range of services in Rethymno on the north coast. A car is needed for daily life here.Asomatos: 500 mKourtaliotiko Gorge: 2.5 kmPlakias (Village and Beach): 7 kmDamnoni Beach: 6 kmPreveli Beach: 6.5 kmRethymno: 26.5 kmChania (City Centre): 81 kmChania International Airport: 89.5 kmHeraklion International Airport: 107 km

Ano Volos marks the start of the climb into Pelion, and this stone-built maisonette sits in Agios Georgios, one of its older quarters, along the road leading up to Portaria. Built in 2004, it offers 114 sqm of living space with a view, on a 130 sqm plot.The house is arranged over 3 levels, connected by an internal staircase, and offers 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The spacious living room features a fireplace. Two kitchens make it easy to give family or guests their own level. A veranda and a garden extend the living space outdoors, and the west-facing orientation brings in the afternoon and evening sun. The house includes a storage room and private parking, and it is sold partially furnished.Heating is well covered for a hillside location: oil-fired central heating with radiators, the fireplace for colder evenings and new air conditioning units for the summer months. A solar water heater supplies hot water, and the entrance has a security door.This house is set up for living in Greece year-round. Volos is a university city with a general hospital and a permanent population, so daily life continues through the winter, while the Pelion villages are a short drive up: city services and mountain air for a buyer planning long stays or a full move.Rental potentialVolos and Pelion draw visitors for most of the year: the gulf and its beaches in summer, the mountain villages and ski slopes in winter. A stone house with a view, 3 bedrooms and a position between the city and the mountain has potential as a short-stay rental between personal stays.Location - distancesAno Volos is the historic upper part of the city, a spread of older quarters such as Agios Georgios, Anakasia and Agios Onoufrios where Pelion-style stone houses and narrow lanes sit alongside newer homes. The Theophilos Museum in the Kontos mansion at Anakasia is nearby, and the traditional villages of Portaria and Makrinitsa lie just up the mountain road.Volos city centre and Argonafton waterfront: 6.5 kmAnavros beach: 6 kmPortaria: 5.5 kmMakrinitsa: 8 kmVolos Airport (Nea Anchialos): 42.5 kmThessaloniki Airport: 240 km

On a gentle hillside among olive trees in Kanali, four new villas overlook the Ionian Sea toward the islands on the horizon. Each has three bedrooms, a private pool and its own plot, 15 km north of Preveza.Kanali Horizon Villas is a small development of four villas on individual plots ranging from 298 to 422 sqm, accessed via a private road. The architecture pairs clean, modern lines with soft arches and sandy, earthy tones, so the houses sit quietly in the landscape. Large openings bring in natural light and lead straight out to the terraces and pool.The project offers two villa types: The first is a single-storey 124 sqm residence that combines comfortable living spaces with a private outdoor area, including a swimming pool and pergola. It features an open-plan living room and kitchen, three bedrooms, two bathrooms (one en suite) and a storage room.The remaining three villas each offer 145 sqm of living space over two levels, with two bedrooms on the ground floor and the third on the first floor. Two bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms, and a guest bathroom is also available. In addition to private pools and pergolas, these residences feature a first-floor terrace, offering extra space to relax and enjoy sea views.Every villa has a private pool, a pergola for shaded meals and a dedicated parking space. The three two-storey villas sit on the upper part of the plot, giving their terraces open sea views. The planting plan includes citrus trees, lavender, and bougainvillaea around the pool areas.The DeveloperKanali Horizon Villas is the work of a local architect who has designed and developed luxury holiday villas, restaurants and rental accommodations throughout the Preveza region. Her approach pairs contemporary architecture with modern building methods, with close attention to the surrounding landscape.That local knowledge shapes this project, where clean lines, graceful arches, and natural tones come together in homes that are as comfortable and practical as they are beautiful.Rental potentialKanali Horizon Villas suit buyers who want more than a holiday home. Kanali is growing in popularity as a coastal destination, drawing visitors with its beaches, relaxed pace and easy access to Preveza and Lefkada, which opens up the possibility of short-term rental income.Aktion International Airport is close by, and the rest of the Ionian region is easy to reach, a real advantage for international guests.Owners can enjoy the villa as their own retreat and rent it out when they are away. With its coastal setting and contemporary design, this home is built to be enjoyed for years to come, with the added potential of a sound investment.Location - distancesLife in Kanali follows the rhythm of the sea: long beach days, fresh local food and memorable sunsets. In summer, the waterfront fills with beach bars, cafés and tavernas, while the village inland keeps its quiet, traditional character. Swim in the clear Ionian, linger over seafood at a local taverna or explore the countryside at your own pace. Lively in summer and peaceful the rest of the year, Kanali quickly feels like home.This coastal area of the Preveza region is known for its long sandy beaches, such as Monolithi, and its relaxed atmosphere. Kanali is growing in popularity yet has kept its Greek charm, with seaside restaurants, cafés and local shops close at hand. Preveza, 15 km away, adds a picturesque old town, a seafront promenade and traditional tavernas, making the area as suited to year-round living as it is to holidays.Kanali is well connected to the rest of Greece and to much of Europe. Aktion International Airport is a short drive away, with seasonal direct flights to several European cities, and the lively town of Preveza is close by. The island of Lefkada connects to the mainland by road, so you can explore its beaches and villages without taking a ferry.Kanali beach: 1 kmMonolithi beach: 4.5 kmNicopolis archaeological site: 8.5 kmPreveza town and General Hospital: 15 kmAktion International Airport: 20 kmLefkada: 41 kmParga: 49.5 kmIgoumenitsa port: 72 km

Platania is a small harbour village on the Aegean coast of South Pelion, and this guesthouse stands just 280 metres from its sandy beach. Built in 1992 and partly renovated in 2024, it brings three self-contained units together under one traditional roof.The building follows the local style, with whitewashed walls, wooden shutters and a long timber balcony across the upper floor. Its 124 sqm are arranged as three independent units, each with its own bathroom and kitchenette. The ground floor includes two studios renovated in 2024. Both feature a separate kitchenette and a shower-equipped bathroom. The first floor holds a one-bedroom apartment with a separate living room, fitted with a fireplace for cooler evenings, and a kitchen, while the bedroom has its own en-suite bathroom. Both the living room and bedroom open onto a balcony.The plot of around 140 sqm is compact but well used. A paved courtyard, shaded by mature trees and framed by flowering plants, has room for an outdoor dining table, while the upper balcony looks out over the green slopes of Pelion.The layout is what sets this property apart. Three separate units mean three separate bookings, or a mix of personal use and letting: an owner can keep the upstairs apartment for their own stays and let the two studios through the season. The guesthouse has been let to holidaymakers before, and the short walk to the beach suits the couples and small families who come to Platania for its quiet waterfront.Location - distancesPlatania lies at the southern end of the Pelion peninsula, where the mountain meets the Aegean Sea. It is a small harbour village with a sandy beach, waterfront tavernas and cafés, and a coastal path to the neighbouring beach of Mikro. In summer, private boats offer day trips to Skiathos. The village is lively from spring to early autumn and quieter in winter. For everyday shopping and services, Argalasti is the area's main village, and Volos, a lively port city, is the regional centre. A car is essential for getting around. Inland, Pelion's mountain villages, with their stone mansions, plane-tree squares and cobbled mule paths, make good day trips away from the coast.Platania Beach: 280 mMikro Beach: 1.4 km (on foot along a path)Volos: 60 km

Set on the hillside behind the Glarokavos lagoon, this semi-detached maisonette overlooks the Kassandra coast from a small, quiet, gated residential complex of 18 houses. The lagoon, known locally as the Blue Lagoon, is 560 metres away.Built between 2006 and 2010 and renovated in 2025-2026, the house offers 153 sqm of net living space over 3 levels, not counting the balconies. The ground floor features an open living room and kitchen, plus a guest WC. Upstairs are 3 bedrooms and a bathroom. The lower level adds a large space with its own bathroom, currently used as an extra bedroom, a laundry with a washing machine, and a separate space that could become a second kitchen, a guest suite or a study.The carpenter-made kitchen is fully equipped, including a dishwasher, and the house is sold fully furnished, with generous built-in wardrobes. New multi-split air conditioning serves 3 rooms, an energy-efficient fireplace warms the living area, and the house is already pre-installed for central heating, with radiator and thermostat connections in place. A new dual-energy solar water heater provides hot water, and a 2-tonne water tank with a pressure pump keeps the supply steady. There is also a small storage room at the house's back.The house has gardens at both the front and back. A tiled wooden pergola runs around the house, providing shade on every side, and a built-in barbecue makes evenings outside easy. Outdoor lighting makes the garden usable well after sunset. Two private parking spaces sit directly in front of the house, with visitor parking at the entrance to the complex.Residents share an adult pool and a separate children's pool within the complex.Rental potentialKassandra is one of the busiest holiday areas in northern Greece, with a long season from late spring into early autumn and strong demand from families and groups. A furnished, recently renovated house with 4 bedrooms, a garden and pool access suits that market, and rental management services operate across the peninsula if you would prefer someone else to handle bookings and changeovers.Location - distancesGlarokavos lies on the southern tip of the Kassandra peninsula, between Pefkochori and Paliouri. A narrow channel links the lagoon to the sea and shelters a small harbour used by local fishing and private boats. Beside it, a long sandy beach backed by pines has beach bars and, in summer, a fish taverna. Pefkochori, a few minutes by car, has a seafront promenade with tavernas, cafés and shops, and Hanioti and Paliouri are close by. Kassandreia has larger services, including the area's main health centre. Thessaloniki is about an hour and a half away, making the house practical for long weekends and summer holidays.Glarokavos Beach: 1.5 kmLagoon Beach: 1.8 kmPefkochori: 4.5 kmPaliouri: 6 kmKassandreia: 27 kmMoudania: 50.5 kmThessaloniki International Airport: 102 kmThessaloniki, Aristotelous Square: 114 km

On a quiet street in the village of Agouseliana, this 130 sqm house, built in 1999 and renovated around 5 years ago, features a private courtyard, a plunge pool, and a window seat overlooking the Koxare valley towards Mount Psiloritis, and is offered furnished and in excellent condition.A covered entrance with six steps leads up from the street to the front door. The ground floor is open plan, with the kitchen flowing into a living and dining area warmed by an energy-efficient fireplace that also channels heat to the upper floor. Natural materials and marble floors run throughout the house.This level also includes the first bedroom, a semi-basement stone room that draws light and air from a small sunken courtyard, from which an iron staircase climbs to the pool. A WC with shower and a storage room housing the oil boiler complete the ground floor.A marble-clad, glass-enclosed staircase rises to the first floor. Here, a second utility kitchen with a washing machine and storage opens into a bright atrium, where a built-in counter in front of the windows creates a natural place to work or linger over coffee with a view of the valley. A spacious bathroom with a bathtub and natural light, plus 2 further bedrooms, complete this floor; one looks out over the valley, the other over the courtyard and pool.Heating is oil-fired central heating with radiators, supported by the fireplace, and every level has air conditioning. Hot water comes from the boiler and a solar water heater, and the energy class is B+.The 80 sqm plot is given over to a private courtyard that is not overlooked. Half is covered, providing a shaded spot for summer meals, and the other half is open to the sun, with a 10 sqm reinforced concrete plunge pool.Rental potentialTucked within the scenic foothills of the Rethymno region, Agouseliana offers a serene, authentic base for holiday rentals that showcase traditional Cretan mountain living. Just inland from the dramatic Kourtaliotiko Gorge and a short drive from South Crete's celebrated beaches, including Plakias, Damnoni, and Preveli, short-term rentals here, from restored stone village homes to private hillside villas, appeal to travellers seeking tranquillity, dramatic natural landscapes, and local hospitality. Positioned between the north coast’s urban hub of Rethymno and the sun-drenched Libyan Sea, Agouseliana offers an ideal year-round retreat for hikers, families, and island explorers seeking the unhurried rhythm of authentic Crete.LocationAgouseliana is a traditional village, set at about 350 m in the hills of the Agios Vasileios municipality. The E4 walking route passes through on its way to Spili via the Kourtaliotiko Gorge, and the beaches of Plakias, Damnoni and Preveli lie on the coast below. Village life continues year-round, with a taverna and a mini-market for everyday needs.Agouseliana: Inside the settlementKourtaliotiko Gorge Waterfall: 9 kmPlakias: 11.5 kmPreveli Beach: 16.5 kmDamnoni Beach: 16 kmRethymno: 22 kmChania: 76.5 kmChania International Airport: 84.5 kmHeraklion: 102 kmHeraklion International Airport: 110 km

Ioulida, the Chora of Kea, or "Tzia" as locals call it, climbs a hillside in tiers of white houses and tiled roofs, and this house looks out over it all to the sea beyond. Set within the village's residential zone on a 250 sqm plot, it offers 121 sqm over 3 levels, renovated in 2023 and sold furnished.Built in 2004 in the Cycladic style, the house was fully renovated in 2023 with updated systems and living spaces. Internal staircases connect the 3 levels, which hold a living room with a fireplace, a kitchen, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a separate WC. The layout also includes a storage room, and the entrance has a security door.Each level takes in a different part of the view: across the rooftops of Chora, out to the Aegean, and on clear days along a horizon that runs from the coast of Attica and Evia to Andros. The rooms are bright and well proportioned, suited to both quiet days and hosting friends.Comfort is year-round. Heating comes from an autonomous fan coil system, supported by the fireplace, with air conditioning for summer.A veranda and a garden extend the living space outdoors, oriented to the north-west for the evening light over the village and the sea. The 250 sqm plot offers room to sit out, eat outside, and enjoy the view during the warmer months.Kea is the closest Cycladic island to Athens, making it a natural choice for a year-round island home rather than a few weeks in August. Mornings can start with coffee on the veranda, afternoons at one of the island's beaches, and evenings in the lanes of Chora, where cafés and tavernas are within walking distance. Walkers will find the island's network of old stone paths starting from the village.Rental potentialKea draws a steady flow of Athenian and international visitors from spring to autumn, and Chora is the island's most characterful base. A renovated, furnished house with views and outdoor space fits that market well.Location - distancesIoulida sits on the site of the ancient city of Ioulis and remains the island's main village, with a largely car-free centre of stepped lanes, small squares, and local shops. Above it, the archaic Lion of Kea is carved into the rock, a short walk from the village. Kea keeps a strong local character and has avoided the crowds of the better-known Cyclades, while staying an easy trip from the capital.Lion of Kea: short walkKorissia Port: 8 kmPsathi Beach: 8.5 kmSikamia Beach: 10.5 kmXila Beach: 10.5 kmTilegrafos Beach: 11 kmOtzias Beach: 12 km

From the edge of the infinity pool, the view sweeps over the rooftops of Paleros to the bay, then across the water to Lefkada's mountains. Completed in 2022, this single-storey villa is sold furnished and in as-new condition.The villa unfolds over a single level and two wings. The main wing includes an open-plan living/dining room and kitchen, plus the master bedroom with an ensuite bathroom, fitted with a shower, WC and vanity unit. The kitchen is fully equipped with an oven, microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator, separate freezer, washing machine and a wine cooler. A guest WC completes this wing. Tall sliding doors open up from the living room and the master bedroom onto the pool terrace and garden. The villa's west wing houses two more bedrooms and a shared bathroom with a double vanity unit, shower, and separate WC. Both bedrooms have direct access to the garden and the pool area via tall sliding patio doors. Between the wings sits a sheltered, open-air kitchen and dining area, fitted with a sink and a ceiling fan for those hot summer evenings.Practical details have been thought through. All windows have insect screens, and every room apart from the bathrooms has electric roller shutters for shade and security. 4 air-conditioning units keep the house cool in summer, and electric heaters keep it warm in the cooler months. A 120-litre solar water heater provides hot water, and the house is connected to the mains water supply and the municipal sewage system. The house has an alarm system, and a 4G/5G modem provides internet.The 718 sqm plot is a large private garden, offering space and privacy around the house. A pergola provides a shaded outdoor living area, with a 2 x 3 m storage room built in for garden furniture, tools and pool equipment.The salt-water infinity pool measures 3 x 7 m and is about 1.35 m deep. Salt-water systems are gentler on skin and eyes than standard chlorine pools and are simple to maintain, which suits owners who spend part of the year away. A private parking space completes the plot.This is a house that is easy to arrive at and easy to leave. Being new, single-storey and low-maintenance, it asks little of its owners between visits. Days can begin with a swim and breakfast under the pergola, continue at one of the beaches along the coast, and end at a taverna on the Paleros waterfront as the light fades over Lefkada. Sailors are well placed too: Paleros has a harbour and is a popular starting point for exploring the Ionian islands by boat. The property strikes an ideal balance between privacy and connection, offering a comfortable sense of seclusion without feeling isolated.Rental potentialThe Paleros and Lefkada area has an established holiday market, with seasonal flights into Aktion Airport, only a 25-minute drive away, and a strong following among sailing enthusiasts and families. A new villa with a private infinity pool and sea views clearly appeals to holiday guests.Location - distancesPaleros is a coastal village of around 2,000 residents on the Ionian shore of mainland Greece, facing Lefkada. It keeps a lived-in, local feel year-round, with a working harbour, a waterfront lined with cafés and tavernas, and everyday shops. The surrounding coast offers a choice of beaches, from the village beach to quieter coves such as Pogonia and Vathiavali, while Lefkada, with its own beaches and nightlife, is a short drive across the causeway. Inland, the hills and lakes of Aitoloakarnania offer quiet walking and cycling routes, and the old town of Preveza, with its waterfront and nearby Roman Nikopolis, makes for an easy day trip.Paleros Seaside Promenade: 400 m - walking distancePaleros Beach: 500 mPaleros Marina: 500 kmPreveza International Airport (Aktion): 28.5 kmPreveza: 35 kmLefkada: 31 km

Built in 1905 and carefully restored, this stone house in Kalyvia sits on a 1,000 sqm terraced plot above Karystos. It offers 160 sqm over 2 levels, a private pool and views across the valley to the mountains, with no neighbours looking in.Thick stone walls and traditional cypress wood ceilings set the tone throughout. The generously sized kitchen features handcrafted cupboards, and there are 2 separate living rooms, one with a wood-burning fireplace. An internal staircase connects the 2 levels, and the 3 bedrooms are comfortable and well proportioned. There are also two bathrooms. The frames are wood, and heating comes from wood stoves.The plot falls in terraces down the hillside, planted with Mediterranean shrubs that need little maintenance. The 4 x 5 m pool is set to take in the mountain and valley views, and the west-facing aspect brings the evening light onto the terraces. Parking for 2 cars is by the road, with year-round access. Three sheds provide ample storage space.This is a house for slow summers and long weekends. Mornings can start on the terrace, afternoons by the pool, and evenings in one of the tavernas in Karystos. Walkers have Mount Ochi close by, with its marked trails, the Dimosari Gorge and the ancient stone Dragon Houses. For anyone working remotely, the quiet setting and the 2 living rooms make it easy to set aside a place to work. From Athens, the route is a ferry from Rafina to Marmari followed by a short drive, which makes regular visits realistic.Rental potentialSouthern Evia draws Athenians and international visitors looking for a quieter alternative to the islands, and Karystos is within easy reach of the capital by ferry. A private pool, views and a characterful stone house are features that appeal to holiday guests.Location - distancesKalyvia is a small village on the road between Lepoura and Karystos. Karystos itself is a working harbour town with a waterfront of cafés and tavernas, shops for daily needs and the medieval Castello Rosso above it, and the surrounding coast offers a choice of beaches. Southern Evia remains far quieter than the Cyclades, while sharing much of their landscape.Kalyvia: 600 mKarystos: 4 kmChalkida: 120 kmAthens International Airport: 58.5 km (Ferry crossing Marmari - Rafina)

Three independent entrances, 5 bedrooms and 275 sqm over two floors, in the centre of Chalkios, no more than 8 km from Chios Town. Originally comprising three separate two-storey homes, the property was combined by the current owners into a single residence, creating one unified internal living space, while retaining all three independent entrances.The ground floor covers 124 sqm and the upper floor 151 sqm. Stone walls, stone and timber floors, wooden window frames, and a tiled roof preserve its original character, while air conditioning and the 2007 renovation bring it up to date. Inside, there are a separate kitchen, 2 living areas with dining space, 5 bedrooms, and several smaller rooms that can serve as guest rooms or storage. There is currently 1 bathroom, with an existing space to add a second bathroom or WC. The house is sold partly furnished, with appliances. The house is sold partly furnished, with appliances.Parts of the upper floor are built out over the village alleys below, and the many windows give the rooms good natural light and open views. At the heart of the house is an interior terrace with a traditional wood-fired oven, with steps leading up to a roof terrace. A second large terrace overlooks the surrounding landscape.The stone arches beneath the house belong to a building tradition found across the villages of Chios, where houses were often raised over arched passages, known locally as kamares, that span the narrow village lanes. In the island’s medieval villages, these arches did several jobs at once: they carried upper rooms out over the street, making the most of tight plots, and bound neighbouring houses together into compact, sturdy blocks. In the fortified mastic villages of the south, such as Mesta and Olympi, vaulted lanes also served defence, letting residents move between houses and across rooftops in times of danger, while local accounts describe the arches as helping buildings withstand earthquakes. These villages' ground floors commonly held storerooms and stables, with living quarters above. Living today above these arches means inheriting a piece of the island’s architectural history.Location - distancesChalkios is one of the Kampochoria villages southwest of Chios Town, an agricultural community of around 900 residents surrounded by citrus groves, olives and almonds. Life here follows the village rhythm rather than the tourist calendar, giving guests an authentic base while keeping the town, airport, and beaches within a short drive.Chios (Capital & Port): 7 kmMegas Limionas Beach: 8 kmKarfas Beach: 9.5 kmPyrgi: 20 kmMesta: 30 km

Who said owning a home by the sea in Greece has to remain a distant dream or necessarily come at a price beyond your reach? In Mytikas, this dream is closer than you think. A limited collection of five apartments offers the opportunity to own a home with the waterfront a few steps from your doorstep.The apartments are distributed across two buildings. Three are on the ground floor of the seafront building, with front-row views of the sea (1,2,3). The remaining two (4,5) are on the ground floor of the second building, a few steps further up the hillside, with sea views from a slightly elevated position.All five apartments have an identical layout and size, each offering approx. 75 sqm of living space. Each features two bedrooms, one furnished with a double bed and the other with bunk beds, a bathroom, and a spacious living room with an open-plan kitchen. All apartments are equipped with air conditioning, ensuring year-round comfort.The gardens provide inviting spaces for outdoor entertaining, relaxation, and alfresco dining.The three apartments in the seafront building (1,2,3) are available for €145,000 each, while the two apartments in the upper building (4,5) are priced at €125,000 each. Storage/laundry spaces are also available for purchase at an extra cost.Rental potentialThe apartments offer attractive holiday rental potential, combining a sought-after seafront location with easy access to the region’s beaches, villages, and nearby islands. Their practical layout suits couples and families exploring the Ionian coast. It already welcomes holiday guests and enjoys positive reviews. The Inner Ionian draws sailing enthusiasts and families from June to September, and a sea-view apartment suits that market well.Location - distancesMytikas is a charming fishing village and holiday destination on the Aetolia-Acarnania coast, overlooking the island of Kalamos. Its picturesque waterfront is lined with traditional tavernas and cafés, while its harbour offers ferry connections to the islands of Kalamos and Kastos. Even during the peak summer months, the village retains its relaxed, authentic atmosphere.Beyond Mytikas, you can explore the beautiful beaches and seaside villages scattered along the coast such as Astakos, Paleros, Pogonia, and Preveza, or reach the island of Lefkada by car. Popular with sailing enthusiasts exploring the nearby Ionian islands, the area offers an appealing combination of peaceful coastal living and opportunities for discovery.Paliovraka Beach (and settlement): 600 mAgrilia Beach: 3.5 kmMytikas: 5.5 km (Coastal settlement and ferries to Kalamos)Paleros: 22 kmPreveza International Airport: 50 kmPreveza: 56.5 kmLefkada: 53 km

Monopigado is a small village in the hills of the Thermi municipality, and this two-storey house sits in a quiet, green corner of it. Built in 2003 on a 1,000 sqm plot, it offers 203 sqm of living space, 5 bedrooms and a mature garden with mountain views.The lower level opens into a bright living and dining room with an energy-efficient fireplace and tiled floors. A separate kitchen, a guest WC and 2 independent rooms complete this level; the rooms work equally well as bedrooms, a home office or guest quarters. The main bathroom has a hydromassage bathtub and a separate shower, and a storage space under the stairs houses a filter that treats the whole-house water supply.A wooden staircase leads to the upper floor. It includes 3 additional bedrooms, one with its own small storage room; a shower room with built-in cabinets and space for a washing machine; and a second kitchen area with a skylight, currently used as a pantry and store. A pull-down ladder gives access to an attic, currently used for storage.The house was built to Austrian earthquake-resistant specifications and has good thermal insulation throughout. Heating is oil-fired central heating from a dedicated boiler room, supported by the fireplace. The windows are double-glazed with PVC frames and insect screens, and the entrance has a security door. The house is sold unfurnished.The landscaped garden covers about 850 sqm and is planted with trees, leaving room for a gazebo or a children's play area. A large covered veranda with transparent roll-down screens extends the living space well into spring and autumn. Two sliding gates and a pedestrian gate lead into the plot, and an electric door opens to the enclosed garage, which connects through to the back garden.A 30 sqm storage room and a second storage attic above the garage give generous space for tools, bicycles and seasonal items. Practical touches include an alarm system, frost-protected outdoor taps, gutters with leaf guards and rainwater collection, and outdoor sockets that can be switched on and off from inside. A residual building factor allows additional development, subject to obtaining the mandatory permits.With 5 bedrooms over two levels, a garden large enough for children to play freely and a bus stop 80 metres from the gate, the house is set up for year-round family life. One of the lower-level room makes a quiet home office, Thessaloniki is within commuting distance, and weekends can be split between the garden and the beaches of Chalkidiki. Daily shopping is done in Vasilika or Thermi.Location - distancesMonopigado is a traditional village with Pontic Greek roots and a permanent local community, set among farmland and low hills southeast of Thessaloniki. The agritourism estate Ktima PEREK, the Moschopolis winery, the Holy Monastery of St John the Theologian and St Arsenios in Souroti, and the Petralona Cave are all a short drive away.Moschopolis Winery: 300 mPEREK Estate: 800 mPetralona Cave: 10 kmHoly Monastery of St. John the Theologian and St. Arsenios: 12.5 kmThermi: 23.5 kmThessaloniki (Aristotelous Sq.): 40.5 kmThessaloniki International Airport: 30 kmNea Moudania: 29.5 km

In the lived-in village of Kato Korakiana, minutes from the beaches of Dassia and Ipsos, this 136 sqm property offers the opportunity to own a spacious home in a well-connected part of Corfu, with Corfu Town also within easy reach.Built in 1955, the living space is spread across two floors, with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The ground floor includes a living and dining room, a separate kitchen, a study and an additional room that can serve as an extra bedroom. A bathroom fitted with a shower cabin completes this level, while a private garden adds outdoor area to the property.Upstairs, the main bedroom features an en-suite bathroom with a bathtub, a compact walk-in closet and access to a sheltered balcony with countryside and village views. Two further bedrooms complete this floor, one of which opens onto a terrace overlooking the surrounding landscape. The upper floor also features a spacious balcony, half of which is covered, with views to the countryside and the sea.Previously used as a long-term rental, the house would benefit from some refreshing and further improvements, allowing its next owner to gradually update and personalise the spaces to their own taste. Finding a home of this size in such a convenient location in Corfu gets increasingly uncommon. Its appeal lies in the combination of generous living space, location and proximity to some of Corfu's most popular coastal areas. The property offers buyers the opportunity to secure these advantages while leaving room for the improvements that would make the home their own.The house has already seen certain improvements. The windows have been replaced with double-glazed PVC frames and shutters, and the exterior was cleaned, treated and fully repainted in November 2021. A shed provides storage, and parking is directly beside the house.A wood-burning stove heats the living area, and the house has air conditioning. Hot water is electric. The house is connected to mains water and has an internet connection, while wastewater goes to a cesspit.As a holiday home or a place to live longer, it suits someone who wants village life without being far from the sea: the shop and taverna within reach, neighbours across the courtyard, and the beach at Dassia a 5-minute drive away.Location - distancesKato Korakiana sits at the foot of Mount Pantokrator, just above the resorts of Dassia and Ipsos. It is a lived-in village with a square, tavernas, cafés, a supermarket and a minimarket, and a primary school. The Kastellino, a 19th-century mansion that now houses an annex of the National Gallery, stands at its edge. Walking routes, including the Corfu Trail, lead up through olive groves to Ano Korakiana and the Pantokrator foothills. Corfu town and the airport are both within half an hour.Dassia Beach: 2 kmIpsos Beach: 2.5 kmGouvia Marina: 9 kmCorfu (Old Town): 14.5 kmCorfu International Airport: 15.5 km

The villa measures 105 sqm and unfolds over two floors. The ground floor features an open-plan living/dining room and kitchen, plus a bathroom. The kitchen comes fitted with an electric cooker, dishwasher and fridge; built-in wardrobes are already in place.A flight of stairs takes us to the first floor, which features two spacious bedrooms and a bathroom. Both bedrooms open up onto a spacious balcony with scenic countryside views. Daikin air conditioning units provide both cooling and heating, and the house has been pre-installed for radiators, should a future owner want central heating later. Hot water comes from a solar water heater, the windows are fitted with mosquito screens, and an internet connection is available. The villa carries energy class A.The villa is part of a boutique development of four villas and stands on a 220 sqm plot. The focal point of the villa's outdoor area is the 20 sqm pool and sundeck area. The development also includes a 20 sqm designated parking space in the common area.Rental potentialThe coast between Parga and Preveza draws holidaymakers from late spring well into autumn, and modern villas with a private pool are a popular choice with visiting families and couples. Local rental management services operate in the area for owners who want the villa used while they are away.Location - distancesValanidorachi is a lived-in village of a few hundred residents in the Fanari area of Preveza, set above farmland and olive groves. It has tavernas, a supermarket, and a fuel station, and keeps its Greek community year-round; summer adds life without changing its character. The nearby coast offers a choice of beaches, from the pine-fringed cove at Alonaki to the long sandy shore at Ammoudia, where the Acheron River meets the sea. Parga, with its Venetian castle and colourful harbour, is the nearest sizeable town.Alonaki Fanariou Beach: 2 kmSkala Beach: 3.5 kmAmmoudia Beach: 8 kmParga: 25 kmPreveza: 40 kmPreveza International Airport: 45 kmSyvota: 50 kmLefkada: 66.5 km