Five Greek villas that won’t blow the budget
If you’re looking for a European holiday villa and you don’t want to blow the budget then Greece is an excellent choice. This does of course make it a very popular destination, but it’s easy enough to get off the beaten track if you want to, and you certainly don’t need to spend fortunes to stay somewhere lovely, whether it’s a traditional village dwelling or a luxurious villa overlooking the sea.
In cost order from low to high, here are five Greek villas that won’t blow the budget…
Within a traditional Cretan village with wonderful views out to the Libyan Sea is Pasiphae House, a beautifully restored property which manages to retain its authentic style and character while also being comfortable and thoughtfully furnished. The interior walls are decorated with Greek art, the views from every room are sensational, and the accommodation starts from just £163 per person for an entire week. You’d be hard pressed to find a better deal than that!
An unspoilt island
If you want to experience the ‘real’ Greece, head for the Saronic island of Hydra, a place with no cars and where donkeys carry your luggage for you. The Stone House is a three-bedroom restored aristocratic residence which sits on a steep hillside overlooking the harbour. Furnished with antiques and original artwork and boasting views that cover both sea and mountains, this is the perfect base from which to explore this unique and tiny stretch of land (from £175 per person per week).
An historic setting
On top of a hill overlooking the Aegean Sea and the famous plain of Marathon is Villa Marathon Star, a spacious and elegant villa with expansive verandas and balconies and 1,000sqm of gardens and grounds. By day you can frolic on nearby Schinias Beach or dip in and out of the pool, and by night just marvel at the stars and the moonlight shimmering on the water. Depending on the time of year and the number of guests you can pay just £213 per person for the week.
A natural haven of peace
Back to Crete and to Keramoti Villas, three private villas which almost look as if they’re growing out of the hillside on which they sit. Newly built out of local stone, wood and clay, with magnificent sea views from the private pools, these villas offer a tranquil and isolated sanctuary in which to relax, unwind and recharge your batteries. There’s even unobtrusive 24 hour service on hand should you need it, and all for £250 per person (based on 4 people staying).
A private estate
If you think you can’t afford a luxurious, contemporary house with panoramic views and an infinity pool, think again! Dolphin’s Leap is a 7 bedroom property on the Pelion Peninsula of the Greek mainland where you can enjoy sunshine, scenery and sandy beaches. Take a boat out on the water, explore the tavernas in the village or just sit on the terrace and watch the sunset. And if you fill up the house you’ll pay from just £250 per person.