The floating horizon
10 Guests
7 Bedrooms
7 Bathrooms
Designed by renowned Greek architect Nikos Valsamakis, Iriana is one of those homes that makes the heart beat a little faster, thanks in large part to the subtle geometric playfulness that catches the eye at every turn. Ratio-perfect angular forms interact with a curvaceous, arcing driveway, windows of different shapes and sizes slightly skew the sense of symmetry, and the same importance is given to the pristine grounds as to the interiors. The result is both inspiring and wonderfully livable.
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Keyholder highlights
- Contemporary elegance
- 20m-long infinity pool
- Fabulous sea views
- Spacious interiors
- Beautifully crafted exteriors
- Outdoor bar and cinema
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Immersive virtual 3D tour of Iriana
Ariel views of Iriana
Iriana's glorious infinity pool stretching out towards the sea.
The living and dining area merge with the terraces via a wall-and-a-half of retractable glass doors.
Fabulous views out over the gardens and the pool to the sea.
The sleek contemporary forms of Iriana rising above its gardens and pool.
Just a 7-minute walk from Iriana is this little slice of paradise.
Kosta, Porto Heli
Iriana
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The Area
Iriana occupies a privileged seafront position on the exclusive coastline near Kosta, just south of the upmarket resort of Porto Heli, whose promenade of seafront bars and restaurants and shops is less than 10 minutes' drive away. For many years, the town and its surrounding area (the tip of the easternmost peninsula of the Peloponnese) has been second home to the Athenian aristocracy and Greek 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.
Also known as the Greek Riviera, the peninsula of Porto Heli 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 nearby port of Kosta - a 10-minute walk - take just 10 minutes).
The closest sandy beach to Iriana, a semi-private affair, is a 7-minute walk away along a secluded path. Others in the area include the ones at Kosta (also a 7-minute walk), Chinitsa (1.2km), and Kounoupiou (5km).
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:
there's an idyllic, almost-private sandy beach about 7 minutes walk away. Alternatively: Chinitsa - 1.2km-0.7miles-3mins; Kounoupiou - 5km-3.2miles-10minsNearest tavernas:
there is a taverna at Chinitsa beachPorto Heli (nearest bars, restaurants, shops and amenities):
5.5km-3.4miles-9minsKosta Port/Spetses:
a 10-minute walk to Kosta Port plus a 10-minute crossing to the island of SpetsesThe 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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