The summer house
14 Guests
8 Bedrooms
6 Bathrooms
Occupying in a privileged seafront position near buzzing Porto Heli, Carmen rises amidst a leafy private, secluded garden. South-facing and gazing serenely out over the cobalt waters of the Aegean, it offers bright, welcoming accommodation with plenty of space both for convivial gatherings and more private moments. The addition of a jetty, meanwhile, means that the wonderful coastline and the neighbouring island of Spetses are easy to explore by boat.
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Keyholder highlights
- Enchanting sea views
- 14m-long zero-edge pool
- Luminous interiors
- Extensive terraces
- Garden gate beach access
- Mature gardens
- Games room and gym
- Mooring Buoy
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Immersive virtual 3D tour of Carmen
Ariel views of Carmen
A view of Carmen from above.
The pool, the sea...
A path to one side of the property leads out onto a shingle beach.
A convivial sea-view sitting area on the main terrace outside the living area.
Carmen's pool has been improved for the season, new photos are coming soon.
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The Area
Carmen occupies a fabulous position on its own headland near the southeasternmost tip of the Porto Heli peninsula.
The town of Porto Heli is an upmarket resort whose promenade of seafront bars and restaurants and boutiques is a 10-minute drive away. For many years, the surrounding area, also known as the Greek Riviera, has been second home to the Athenian aristocracy and shipping magnates, who built sumptuous summer estates there. Today, it attracts the international jet set, from royalty to business tycoons, who come for the sophisticated atmosphere and the sense of hush-hush privacy.
The peninsula is lined with gorgeous beaches and lapped by sparkling blue seas. It's a great place for water sports, yachting and island-hopping - the cosmopolitan islands of Spetses and Hydra within easy day-trip distance (hydrofoil crossings to Spetses from the port of Kosta take just 10 minutes).
Apart from the beach accessed from Carmen's garden, there are several others close by, including those at Agios Emilianos (a 3-minute walk) and Kounoupiou.
For history lovers, one must-see is the archaeological site of Epidaurus. Its stunning theatre is famed not only for its size and its sensational views, but also for its crystal clear acoustics, and there is much more to see besides.
Athens airport:
208km-130miles-2hr45 (driving) or a 3.5hr ferry crossing from Piraeus to Porto Heli + a 9-minute driveNearest beach:
at the bottom of the garden, or: Agios Emilianos - a 3-minute walk; Kounoupiou - 2.2km-1.4miles-5mins; Kosta - 4.5km-2.3miles-10minsPorto Heli (nearest bars, restaurants, shops and amenities):
7.3km-4.5miles-10minsSpetses:
10 minutes by sea taxi from the jetty below the house or 3.7km-2.3miles-10mins to Kosta Port, plus a 10-minute crossingThe archaeological site of Epidaurus:
60km-37miles-1hr5Local Experiences
Private Boat Charters around Spetses and Porto Heli
The possibilities for exploring by sea in the area around Porto Heli and Spetses are seemingly endless. The bay of Porto Heli itself offers calm and tranquil waters which are perfect for a leisurely cruise, while the archaeological sites of Epidavros and Napflio are also eminently reachable. That's not to mention the Saronic islands, the castle of Monenvasia, Milos... no holiday is complete without at least one day out on the water!
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Chef service in Porto Heli and Spetses
An in villa meal prepared by a professional chef is an experience we cannot recommend highly enough, whether for a one off special meal or for the duration of your holiday.
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Get active in Spetses
A car-free island with lush vegetation, secluded beaches, and breathtaking views of the archipelago is the perfect place to find inspiration for healthy and active activities that will regenerate you.
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Boat Rental in Spetses and Porto Heli
Exploring the islands of the Saronic Gulf on your own private boat, anchoring in quiet bays for a swim, is a delightful vacation experience.
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Peloponnisian escapes
The long and rich history of the Peloponnese has bequeathed us many important landmarks, all of which have a tremendous cultural significance, not only for Greece but for the whole of the Western European civilization. Choose our chauffeur service and visit Mycenae, with the tomb of Agamemnon, Nafplion, with its famous fort, or Epidaurus, with its theatre, known all over the world for its phenomenal acoustics.
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Read the thoughtful reviews that travellers have left after their time with us.
We absolutely loved the villa and will be returning next year!
Anonymous July 2023
