Location: Athens, Attica, Central Greece, Greece, Europe (25 miles from the Acropolis, 10 miles from Athens outskirts)
Accommodations: Villa, 2 Bedrooms + Loft, 2 Baths (Sleeps 6-7)
THE VILLA
Are you looking for a self-catering and romantic holiday rental that offers the best of both worlds, to be close to everything Athens has to offer and still away from the bustle of the city? Do you want an elegant peaceful holiday retreat with the most incredible vistas of the Aegean coast line and the islands, while enjoying one of the most stunning Greek vacation villas you can find? Do you want the comforts of your home, air-conditioning, central heating, WiFi Internet access, computer, printer and fax access , unlimited free International calling, washer and dryer and gas BBQ and fireplace? You have come to the right place! Stargazer Villa guest house!
Are there two of you or 8? We can accommodate you. We can rent you just the two bedroom part of the villa with the loft which can accommdoate up to 6 guests and add a third bedroom and bath to accommodate an addiitional two guests. oR, WE CAN RENT you the whole villa. Just ask us! Visit our guestbook, learn from our other guests' experience!
Our villa has three main floors, of which the first floor is the guesthouse part of it. The guesthouse has 150sq m (about 1600sq feet) of living space, with two bedrooms and two baths.
The living room, dining room and kitchen areas form a large open space, flowing easily from the kitchen with the marble pass-through to the dining room with the uninhibited view of the Aegean from the 4 oversize living room windows. Large open spaces of our living room are adorned with three stucco veneziano Doric columns, hidden lighting and marble/tiled flooring. Windows overlooking the islands will entice you to spend many an hour on the wide tiled verandas or the living room. On a clear day one can see as far as Andros, Kea, Evia and several uninhabited islands.
The master bedroom has a queen sized bed, the second bedroom includes a loft (perfect for kids and young adults) and a total of 2 single beds and a double bed. The third bedroom has a double bed with a private exterior entrance to the rest of the house. All three bedrooms have their own private bathrooms.
The top two floors are the penthouse with 4/5 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths and over 450 sqft of living space. It is also available if you need more space. Just ask!
THE AREA
Stargazer Villa is one of the most impressive private Greek Vacation Villas located in a 'gated" community of THEMIS by the Schinias environmental Park (the only one in Greece). Located within 50km from down town Athens, it overlooks the plain of Marathon and the most pristine beach of Greece, Schinias. The 'start' of Marathon is just a 10 minute drive from our home, access to the port of Rafina where you can pick up the boat for Myconos is just 20-30 minutes away. Corinth, Mycenae, Delphi and many other great places are within an easy day's excursion.
Only a few minutes down the hill from our villa, you can enjoy delightful swims, snorkeling, scuba diving, or diving off the rocky coast in the crystal clear waters of the Aegean Sea. This rocky untouched coast is one of the best kept secrets in Greece and it is part of our community, Themis. The water here is immediately about three meters deep. Diving off the rocks is very popular among the young and not so young! The fish and other marine life are delightful to watch while snorkeling. The rocky coastline abounds with secluded spots perfect for sunbathing in privacy.
Small children love Schinias Beach, one of the most popular in the Athens area. Unlike many beaches in Greece, it is a sand beach. The water is clean, clear, and protected from large waves and sea currents. You can walk a long way before the water comes up to your waist, about a couple hundred meters for an adult. The kids love it! It is perfect for toddlers. They learn how to swim without being afraid of the water, by playing and wading in and out.
There are many little restaurants and sports places on the beach as well as plenty of night life within 5 minutes from our community.
PROFFESSIONAL DRIVER AND PRIVATE TOURS:
Do you want to see the sites without having to battle the locals for the road? Do you want to enjoy the country side and leave the driving to us? We can provide an English speaking professional driver who can use his own taxi service or drive your rental car which ever is most appropriate. He can pick you up from the airport and escort you to the villa. He can recommend many special daily excursions tailored to your needs. From visiting Delphi, Athens day and night, Corinth, Mycenae, trekking in Evia and many more. He knows his country and history like the “back of his hand” and his prices are unbeatable!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: All rooms have self controlled air-conditioning, including the living room. However, there is plenty of cool breeze most of the time to warrant air-conditioning unnecessary.
- Washer: Private washer is for your convinience. Most of us bring way too many clothes just in case we run out. No need..
- Dryer: Private dryer for those rare rainy days when you really your clothes to dry fast. Else let the sun do its job faster than the dryer will and cheaper!
- Linens Provided: Top of the line bedding (400 thread) and beach towels for your use.
- Off Street Parking: Plenty of parking right in front of the villa.
- Gas Fireplace: In the winter months only
- Elevator: Service elevator for suitcases and lots of groceries
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed (2)
- Twin/Single Bed (2)
- Convertible Bed: Sofa converts t oeither two single beds or a queen size bed
- Crib
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: Many stations in multiple languages
- DVD
- Video Library: Many movies for all ages in English
- CD Player
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Sink Bar opens up to and overlooks Dining and Living Room Furnished with top-of-the-line appliances, three section sink and overhead lights. Ceramic stove top, convection oven, microwave oven,dishwasher, refrigerator, clothes washer and dryer Hidden Sky Light, wooden cabinetry and "splash" tiles. Short corridor connects the kitchen to the outside, through the front door.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available: There are several local taverns that will deliver. Menus available in English.
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Beach View: Our villa is on the top of the hill with 360 degree views of both the Aegean, the islands and the mountains.
- Water View
- Mountain View
- Monument View: Our villa has a 360 view of the area, including the famous Marahthon plain draped by the mountains of Gramatico, Pendeli and in the distance Parnitha.
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance: Unlimited International calling
- Cell Phone: For your convinience, a cell phone is made available upon request.
- Computer: Available upon request.
- Broadband Internet: Broadband Internet via ADSL.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): Just bring your laptop.
- Other Amenities
- Printer, upon request Cleaning services available once a week. Additional services upon request. All Hygenic amenities required.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: 25 years old
- Smoking Not Allowed: For the comfort of all our guests, smoking is allowed only ourdoors.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Fishing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Jet Skiing and more in the area, are within a few minutes drive from our home down the beach all the way to the town of Nea Makri, Please visit out personal web site at the bottom of the page for a lot more information on the area, maps and day trips
Rate Details (In Euros)
May 15-Sept 30: 250 Eu/nt, 2 Br/2b, loft, 4 persons
Oct 1-November 15: 155 Eu/nt, 2 Br/2b, loft, 4 persons
Nov 15-March 30: 175 Eu/nt, 2 Br/2b, loft, 4 persons
3rd Br/b surcharge 60 Euros per night
Holidays: Christmas and Greek Easter; prices same as high season
20 Euro surcharge for groups above 4
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Property Photos
- Villa overlooks the Aegean - Greece - Central Greece Vacation & Holiday Accommodation - Near the 2004 Olympics!
- Guest living room - Greece - Central Greece Vacation & Holiday Accommodation - Near the 2004 Olympics!
- View from the veranda - Greece - Central Greece Vacation & Holiday Accommodation - Near the 2004 Olympics!
- Living Room
- Dining room and kitchen passthrough
- Kitchen
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Marilyn Grisard , Longboat Key, Florida
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Thank you Marilyn, we appreciate your lovely comments.
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Dana , Philadelphia, PA
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Alessandro & Vicky , Woking, Surrey, UK
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Alessandro & Vicky , Woking, Surrey, UK
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Thank you so much for such a wonderful stay in the most beautiful villa! All of our expectations were far exceeded from your wonderful hospitality, suggestions great conversations to the villa! What a view! Everything was perfect. Also a special thank you to George our taxi driver!
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Marah Birnbaum , Brooklyn,NY USA
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What a trully small world this really is... to find out that you only live 30 minutes from us in North Carolina! We have loved every minute spending in your lovely home at Stargazer Villa and seeing Greece! Stavros and Rosa did an amazing job of showing us sites and giving us good information! We had an amazing day on our Evia hike and realized we saw things that few Greeks have ever seen! Thank you again for your gracious hospitality and for helping to make this a wonderful vacation!
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We had such a wonderful relaxing time here in your house. Thaks so much for everything you did for us! This house is as fascinating as you are. We enjoyed everything - the perfect view, the sun, the moon, the sea and expecially your kindness and hospitality. Hope to see you again in future and best wishes!
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As experienced travellers on ur first trip to Greece, we can't imagine a better "home away from home" than Stargazer Villa. For months back in our real home in the Pacific Northwest of the US, we went online over and over to view the villa's website. Our hopes for the villa were more than realized by the actuality. We are two families that travel together and the villa and its amazing location provided the opportunity to see and experience a rich area of Greece in depth as well as fun and satisfaction for all of us. Despina and Stavros are wonderful, generous hosts - never intrusive but always willing to provide advice about directions, restaurants and - msot importantly - swimming sites. We are amazed at their lives and expertise. Be sure to check out Stavros' books on the livign room shelf!
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Carlos Gaskin , Tallahassee, FL