The house of terrace delights
12 Guests
6 Bedrooms
6 Bathrooms
Located in a slightly elevated position just outside the upmarket town of Porto Heli, Villa Marlina blends sophistication, vivacity and charm in equal measure. Generous, beautifully finished interiors spill out onto well-designed terraces at every opportunity, views pan out across the Aegean Sea to the beckoning island of Spetses, and flowering gardens wrap the property in a veil of multi-sensory delights. Then, just a few minutes' walk away, is an idyllic little beach.
Speak to our experts
For expert advice on this villa, things to do in the area, or to discuss how we can make your stay truly bespoke, call our Villa Specialists today. We are open every day of the week, weekends included.
Keyholder highlights
- Infinite magnetic sea views
- A blend of rustic charm and cosy comfort
- Wide open terraces and lounging areas
- Serene outdoor ambience
- Tempting zero-edge pool
- Easy walk to the beach
Gallery
Spellbinding views out to sea from Villa Marlina's zero-edge pool.
The shady, sea-view al fresco dining area down on the pool terrace.
A scene of total serenity at Villa Marlina.
The well-shaded, panoramic terrace outside the communal space on the upper floor.
More gorgeous views out over the pool and the sea.
Includes
- Sole use of the villa and the grounds
- The support of our Villa Specialists to help you select your perfect villa
- The expertise of a dedicated local team to help you fine-tune the logistics of your trip and to plan a range of experiences, many of which are exclusive to The Thinking Traveller
- A Local Specialist, based near your villa, to assist you during your stay (between 9am and 7pm daily, with 24/7 emergency support)
- A comprehensive guide to your villa and its surrounding area, including our restaurant recommendations, cultural highlights and other activities
- An easy-to-use online holiday planner to keep all your booked experiences and services in one place, ensuring that nothing gets missed during your stay
- The ability to coordinate and share the details of your trip with your group via Your Account
- All sales taxes, electricity, gas, Wi-Fi, linen, bath towels, pool and/or beach towels
- A daily cleaning service and a mid-week change of linen and towels
- Daily breakfast preparation
Excludes
- Flights
- Car hire
- Transfers
- Ingredients for specified meals
- Meals (unless otherwise specified)
- The Greek government’s Climate Resilience Levy - €15 per villa per night
Costa, Porto Heli
Villa Marlina
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The Area
Villa Marlina is located in the exclusive area of Kosta, just south of the upmarket resort of Porto Heli, whose promenade of seafront bars and restaurants and shops is a 10-minute 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 5-minute drive from Marianthi - take just 10 minutes).
In terms of beaches there's a lovely sandy-pebbly cove within easy walking distance (7mins) and plenty of other options nearby, including Kostoula (1.2km), Kosta (2.6km), Kovas (4.8km) and Kounoupiou (3.9km).
For history lovers, one must-see is the archaeological site of Epidaurus (about a 1-hour drive away). 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:
210km-130miles-2hr50 (driving) or a 2-3hr ferry crossing from Piraeus to Porto Heli + a 10-minute driveNearest beach:
there's one just a 7-minute walk away. Alternatively: Kostoula: 1.2km-0.7miles-3mins (or a 15-minute walk); Kosta - 2.6km-1.6miles-6mins; Kovas - 4.8km-3miles-7mins; Kounoupiou - 3.9km-2.4miles-10minsPorto Heli (nearest bars, restaurants, shops and amenities):
6.1km-3.8miles-10minsKosta Port/Spetses:
a few minutes' drive to Kosta Port plus a 10-minute crossing to the island of SpetsesThe archaeological site of Epidaurus:
61km-38miles-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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Boat trips in Hydra
In our opinion, there is no more liberating way to explore Hydra and its incredible waters than by spending a day or two on a boat, dropping anchor to dive into the sea, and popping into a taverna for a delicious lunch. Let us book you in for one of our exclusive skippered charters so that you can cruise in total relax.
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