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Cosy house in Athenian countryside
| Sleeps | 4 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Space | 968 sq. ft. |
| Property type | house |
Overview
House in Olive Grove, near sandy beaches
A pleasant drive from the property is Cape Sounion where the ruins of the Temple of Poseidon (god of the sea in Greek Mythology) overlook the Aegean Sea.
Only a few miles further on is the port of Lavrion, a busy summertime port with ferries arriving and departing to nearby islands. This area is well known for its' eating houses, including some good fish restaurants.
The entire coastline from Athens to Sounio has numerous sandy beaches suitable for swimmers of all ages.
For convenience they will be provided a welcome basket with essentials, until access to the shops can be carried out.
Near by the secluded coves of Anavyssos, where the Aqua Divers Club (22910 53461, www.aquadiversclub.com) can help you to explore the wonderfully transparent sea. Nearby is one of Jacques Cousteau’s old bases,. This is wine country, too: call ahead to arrange a visit to Anavyssos’s innovative Katogi-Strofilia estate, famous for its boutique whites (22910 41650, www.katogi-strofilia.gr).
After Anavyssos, civilisation becomes thin on the ground. Thimari, with its free beaches, is named after the wild thyme that fills the air. By now, the city feels hundreds of miles away.
But at Attica’s southeastern tip lies one last reminder of Athens at the peak of its glory: the ruined Temple of Poseidon, an echo of the Parthenon teetering on the 200ft cliffs of Cape Sounion. For ancient Athenians, this was the last glimpse of home before they sailed into the Aegean, and they gathered here for regattas to keep the sea god on their side. The temple’s interior is roped off, but, with a zoom lens, you can see the names of former visitors, including Byron’s, chiselled into the columns, For all that, the view over the Saronic Gulf steals the show: sunsets draw coachloads of admirers, who occasionally burst into spontaneous applause.
About Eleni Papafilopoulos
My name is Eleni and I am a Greek-Australian living in Athens. I am married with two adults sons who live in London and my main interests are travelling, music and movies. I love exploring new cultures through travelling the world and meeting people . I am known for my outgoing character and positive outlook and will be very happy to assist and recommend activities to make your stay in Greece as pleasant as possible. I hope to meet you soon. Happy holidays. Eleni
Amenities
Keratea House Accommodation and Amenities
- house (detached)
- Guests provide their own meals
- Housekeeper Optional
- 968 sq. ft.
- Check-in: 4:00 PM / Check-out: 11:00 AM
- Max. occupancy: 4
- pets considered
- smoking allowed
- Near The Ocean
- Village
- Away From It All
- Budget
- Air Conditioning
- Fireplace
- Internet
- Iron & Board
- Linens Provided
- Local Maps
- Local Restaurant Guide
- Parking
- Towels Provided
- Wireless Internet
- 4 Ring Stove
- Coffee Grinder
- Coffee Maker
- Cooking Utensils
- Freezer
- Grill
- Kitchenette
- Oven
- Pantry Items
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
- Dining Area
- seating for 4 people
- 1 Bathroom
-
Bathroom 1 -
toilet
,
shower
- The bathroom contains an extra large shower area and storage space.
- 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4
-
Bedroom 1 -
1 queen
Bedroom 2 - 1 twin/ single , 1 sleep sofa /futon
- The main bedroom where the double bed is situated on the ground floor with a window looking out on to the garden and olive grove. The other bedroom accommodation is mezzanine floor looking down into the living area and has two attic type open windows.
- Audio Tape Player
- Books
- DVD Player
- Games
- Radio
- Television
- VCR
- Balcony
- Deck / Patio
- Lawn / Garden
- Outdoor Grill
- Unscreened Porch / Veranda
- Wood Deck
- wheelchair inaccessible
- churches
- cinemas
- forests
- marina
- museums
- nude beach
- restaurants
- ruins
- zoo
- scenic drives
- sight seeing
- walking
- ATM/bank
- groceries
- medical services
- cycling
- fishing
- hiking
- hunting small game
- mountain biking
- sailing
- scuba diving or snorkeling
- sound/bay fishing
- surfing
- swimming
- wind-surfing
Reviews
5/5 -
(4 traveler reviews)
Nice place
Very nice to stay there. All what you need, clean and comfortable. Highly recommended.
nice retreat, even for young people
nice place to stay - days were sunny & beach walks in Anavissos bay area was great -
watching the windsurfers is a treat.
a short drive to Lavrio port for some night life
or romantic walks.
A drive into Glyfada is a must & you can always stop along the coast road
were there are some fantastic bars (eg.Lagonissi)
legrena holiday
wonderful accomodations - clean & spacious enough for
4 people.
quiet area,beach near by & Athens International Airport
approx 18 miles
i would recommend this holiday house
even in the winter months as the weather
is very mild in Greece.
great stop over to visit sounion & islands
that have ferry services from nearby town of
Lavrio.
WONDERFUL!
My husband and I cannot thank Mr Palaiodimos enough for ensuring our stay was one of our most memorable holidays ever!
We were in need of a romantic getaway that would sooth our frayed nerves and inspire our sense of wonder. This time we thought we might stay somewhere with a reasonable driving distance to Athens but that actually felt like staying on an island. Sounion was the place!
We stayed six days in this beautiful home and were delighted as soon as we arrived. It was exactly as described and what we had hoped for! It was a spacious, modern, and well-maintained haven with a beautiful outdoor entertainment area. We took full advantage and some nights would sit under the stars sipping cocktails listening to the sea.
My husband has a keen interest in Ancient Greek and it was always his wish to visit Poseidon’s Temple. With only ten minutes away, he actually went four times! He was enthralled with the ancient archaeology, the breathtaking view, and the history of the place.
In the mornings we would go for ‘bush walks’ around the area and would find the natural beauty of the area restorative. The weather was so mild (hey it’s Greece!) my husband actually went for a swim down at Anivassos beach, while I enjoyed the peace and quiet and read my book.
We must also mention the delicious seafood five minutes away at the fish tavernas of the little village of Agio Konstandinos!
In short, this charming home was an absolute delight. What a find. We are definitely coming back in summer with our little daughter. Our close friends have already invited themselves!
Anna Roins
Map
The property is situated approximately 26 miles from the centre of Athens and 18 miles from the Athens International airport. When accessing the property from Athens the road follows the very scenic coastline passing through the well known suburbs of Palio Faliro, Glyfada, Voula and Varkiza. The scenery for the whole journey is superbly serene. Our route leaves the coast at Saronida or Ananvissos (leaving suburbia behind) and then winds its way up over the hills before entering the Athens wine growing area. One is now in a countryside environment void of noise.
.Lavrion is a small town on the south eastern side of Attica, 9 km from Olive Grove and 7 km from Sounion. This town was very important in the ancient times due to the mines of silver, one of the main sources of income for Athens. Silver was used for coin cutting and for the funding of the Athenian fleet.
The mines of Lavrion stopped working in the Roman times and they remained abandoned for many centuries. They started working again from the late 19th century till the mid 20th century. This time, Lavrion developed a lot and was connected by railway with the centre of Athens. Over the last years, the port of Lavrion has developed and in summer it serves ferries to many islands of Cyclades and Northern Aegean.
Greek Ferries to/from Lavrion
All year round there are ferries from Lavrio to Kea and Lavrio to Lemnos. In summer months, there are occasional ferries to islands of Cyclades, particularly ferries from Lavrio to Kythnos and Lavrio to Syros
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Additional information about rental rates
| Fees | No additional mandatory fees |
| Damage Deposit | $118.91 |
Terms and Conditions
Confirmation Policy
In order to confirm a reservation it's necessary that 30% of the total amount be prepaid by bank swift for pay pal. The balance amount has to be paid 1 month before arrival.
Cancellation Policy:
If cancellation occurs:
- 7 to 21 days prior to the confirmed arrival date 50% of the stay is charged.
- 1 to 6 days prior to the confirmed arrival date, 100% of th
Owner's Cancellation Policy
- 50% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date.
- 100% refund if canceled at least 60 days before arrival date.
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