Secret Garden Cottage - Serene & Private

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A stone building with a pool and outdoor seating area.
A stone house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit interior.
A stone building with a pool, outdoor seating, and trees.
A stone house with a swimming pool, surrounded by trees and a stone wall.
A coastal landscape with a sunset over the sea, a distant island, and a town in the background.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Private pool
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Aegina
  • Place, Folklore Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Marathonas Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Temple of Apollo
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Athens (ATH-Eleftherios Venizelos)
    ‪144 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Artist's Studio Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living room 2

2 Single Beds

Main Cottage Bedroom

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Artist's Studio Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Main Cottage Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden

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About the area

Aegina

Located in Aegina Town, a neighbourhood in Aegina, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. Folklore Museum and Christos Kapralos Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Tower of Markellos and Temple of Apollo. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
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Map
Aegina

What's nearby

  • Folklore Museum - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Fish Market - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Marathonas Beach - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Temple of Apollo - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Archaeological Museum of Aegina - 6 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • Athens (ATH-Eleftherios Venizelos) - 151 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Inn On The Beach - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Δρομάκι - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ρέμβη - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Island - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Speak Low - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Secret Garden Cottage - Serene & Private have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Secret Garden Cottage - Serene & Private pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Secret Garden Cottage - Serene & Private?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Secret Garden Cottage - Serene & Private?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secret Garden Cottage - Serene & Private?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secret Garden Cottage - Serene & Private located?

Located in Aegina Town, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Marathonas Beach, Fish Market and Folklore Museum. Tower of Markellos and Moni Island are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful property, we absolutely loved our stay and would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2025
Thank you for your concise and to-the-point review! We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay and our cottage, and we hope to hear from you again soon. Thank you for being wonderful guests, Alex & Davina
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect accommodation. This property was exactly as described and clean. Pool was a hit. Excellent location with the best restaurants, beaches and grocery stores near by. Recommend you hire a car. Driving anywhere on the island is within 1 hour or so. Thank you to Davina who was always available if needed.Note: The roads are narrow so be prepared to drive carefully and slow.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 August 2026
Thank you for your delightfully helpful review :) We are very happy that you enjoyed your stay with us and also explored the island. It was our sincere pleasure having you at our cottage, and we hope to see you again very soon! Alex & Davina
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I enjoyed a lovely stay at the Secret Garden Cottage. The property is even nicer in person than in photos!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2025
Thank you so much for your excellent review! We are delighted that you enjoyed our Cottage and your stay with us. It was a pleasure having you, thank you for being lovely guests, and we hope to see you again soon! Alex & Davina
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved everything about The Secret Garden Cottages. Serene, peaceful, lovely gardens full of fruit trees and a perfect pool to cool off in. You can see and feel the love put into the property, it’s a little piece of heaven. Our family of four enjoyed reading books in the mornings on the terrace, long days on the beaches, and watching films at the open air cinemas in the evenings. We were sad to leave. Aegina is a bit of a secret gem. So close to Athens, yet so removed- the island has lots to offer, a unique history all its own, lots of gorgeous nature, great food and a proud culture. Everyone we met was friendly, relaxed and helpful. A highlight was hiring two 125cc scooters and exploring the island. Loved it all.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 August 2026
Thank you for your wonderfully descriptive and helpful review! It is much appreciated. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay at our cottage and also took advantage of Aegina's many offerings. You were a great guest, and we hoped you could stay even longer. Looking forward to hearing from you again! Warm regards, Alex & Davina
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay

We had the most amazing week at the property. Great communication from the owner with lots of suggestions for things to do on the island. Lots of space, great facilities, immaculate and the pool was stunning. I would highly recommend this property and can’t wait to book again in the future
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 September 2023
Neil, thank you so much for your amazing review! It is very helpful. We are delighted that you had such a wonderful stay, and enjoyed our cottage and your vacation on the island! It was a genuine pleasure having you here, and we look forward to seeing you again very soon! Warm regards, Davina & Alex
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal place for a relaxed holiday

We had a lovely time here. It is a very relaxing place. The two cottages are very clean and pleasant to stay in. The weather was very hot and we spent a lot of time in the pool and in Kilma Beach. The property manager was very helpful and provided recommendation for places to visit and eat.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 August 2023
Thank you for your great review! It is very helpful. Most importantly we are happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and had a relaxing holiday. It was a pleasure meeting you and having you at our Cottage, and we hope to see you again soon! Warm regards, Davina & Alex
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet idyll

Wonderfully styled cottages, one traditional, one contemporary set in a garden compound with a lovely pool. Anyone looking for a private retreat that's a short car/moped ride from the capital is in for a treat
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 September 2024
Thank you for your concise yet descriptive review! We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay with us, and we hope to see you again soon. It was our pleasure having you at our cottage! Warm regards, Alex & Davina
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and relaxed holiday home on wonderful Aegina

We've had a wonderful super relaxed stay at the Secret Garden Cottage. The two houses are gorgeous, well equipped kitchens, comfy beds, roomy living spaces. And then there is the pool with panoramic views and sunsets. Couldn't have asked for more.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2024
Thank you for your wonderful review! We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay, and had a relaxing vacation. It was a pleasure having you at our cottage, and we definitely hope to see you again! Kind regards, Alex & Davina
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A true secret garden

The property is very close to the port and yet on a quiet spot on the hill with nice sea views. We enjoyed the plants in the garden and all the personal touches in both cottages. Throughout the day the terraces and the pool make it a wonderful relaxing stay!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 June 2024
Thank you so much for your review! We are very happy that you enjoyed your stay, and appreciated our Secret Garden :) It was a pleasure having you, and we hope to see you again soon! Warm regards, Alex & Davina
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet Oasis

The place is secluded but close to everything one could need. Archeological sites, beaches, restaurants, you name it... everything is within a 10-30 minute drive by car. Our hostess Davina was so helpful from driving instructions, to making appointments. Simply a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 August 2022
Thank you so much for your excellent review! It is very helpful to us, as well as upcoming guests. More importantly, we are very pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us, as well as your island vacation altogether. It has been a pleasure to have you as a guest, and we hope to see you again soon! Kind regards, Alex & Davina
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible and Unforgettable

An outstanding villa in a brilliant location on a wonderful island with a fantastic host. An absolute dream of a holiday staying in the secret garden. It was perfect for us and our 11 year old daughter. The accommodation and grounds are stunning, and we loved the pool. The roof terrace views of the sunset would be worth the trip alone. The villa is in a superb location, five to ten minutes drive to the port. We loved every minute.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 August 2025
We are thrilled to hear about how much you enjoyed your stay at our Secret Garden. Thank you for your outstanding review! It was a genuine pleasure having you. You were amazing guests, and we definitely hope to see you again soon. Warm regards, Alex & Davina
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Phenomenal

This is really a hidden treasure. The house has a great atmosphere with beautiful views and a great garden. A great place te really relax and with all the comfort you need and only a few minutes drive to the town centre of aegina town.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2022
Thank you so much for your great review! It is certainly helpful to us and future guests. Most of all, we are delighted that you enjoyed your stay with us and your vacation overall. You were a wonderful guest, and a pleasure to have at our cottage. We definitely hope to see you again soon! Kind regards, Davina & Alex
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Picturesque pair of houses

The setting and furnishings of the 2 cottages are superb. The owner has excellent taste for color, artwork, and functionality. We loved our stay and Davina was always available by text or phone.Our one caution is that at 80 years old, the bed in the larger cottage is difficult to access --but we did, and it is very comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2025
We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay with us! Thank you for your wonderful review and kind words. It was a pleasure having you at the cottages, and we definitely look forward to seeing you again soon. Kind regards, Alex & Davina
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Accommodation

A really special house just outside of Aegina town. A great location with good views from its elevated position and very peaceful. Beautifully finished and very comfortable, we could have happily spent more time sitting outside and enjoying the property. Great hosts, a very friendly welcome and all the help we could have asked for. Couldn't recommend more. Thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 September 2022
Thank you very much for your amazing review! It was a sincere pleasure to have you as guests, and we are delighted that you enjoyed our cottage & your stay with us. All the best, and we hope to hear from you again very soon! Warm regards, Alex & Davina
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

I really enjoyed the stay at the villa. It met all the expectations and looked as in the pictures. I really appreciated that the villa complex consists of two houses. The pool of course is a dreamy one with the sunset view. Alex and Devina were both super helpful and made sure everything works as per high standard. Duly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2024
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! More importantly, we are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your vacation, and your stay with us, taking advantage of both cottages. It was our sincere pleasure meeting you and having you at our Cottage. We hope to see you again very soon! Warm regards, Alex & Davina
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A charming retreat in Aegina

The Secret Garden is a beautiful property, just over 10 min drive from the lovely bustling port of Aegina Town. We loved the style of the 2 properties, having a traditional build with beautiful interiors. It was very clean and so well equipped. The 2 buildings are very close, but offer a good flexible arrangement; my husband and I stayed in the pool cottage and our 2 adult daughters took the main house, this worked well. The pool area, newly built is particularly nice, surrounded by olive trees and having stunning views of the surrounding hills and the sea & neighbouring islands. We also loved the garden to the main house, with the pistachio tree and typically Greek covered loggia. The owner, Davina, was very helpful throughout our stay. Property manager Alex was extremely helpful in the booking process, providing lots of information on transfers and other local links. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and are so glad that we chose The Secret Garden.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2023
Nicola, thank you so much for your descriptive and so well-written review! It is definitely very helpful to us, as well as future guests :) Most importantly, we are absolutely delighted that you enjoyed your stay with us so much, and also explored the island's offerings. It was a sincere pleasure having you at our Secret Garden cottage, and you are more than welcome back any time! Warm regards, Davina & Alex
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a wonderful Island vacation!

We found this place at the last minute, and we feel so lucky that we did! The home is absolutely beautiful, even better than in the pictures. It is extremely clean, with good WiFi, and everything is in top shape. The garden is just amazing. We spent a lot of time just lounging around in the shade. We even cooked one night with local vegetables, cheeses, and spices, and had a romantic moonlit dinner. The location is great because the home is very close to the main town and beaches, but also very quiet and hidden away on a private path. There are so many tavernas with delicious food in the area we didn’t have time to try all of them and all the beaches we visited were great, especially Sarpa and Moni. Alex the manager was very quick and helpful with our last minute planning. Davina the owner was so kind, accommodating, and gave us the best advice on where to eat, shop, and swim. Thank you both! We couldn’t ask for more. Very highly recommended!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2022
Thank you very much for your glowing review! It is certainly very helpful to us, as well as future guests. Most of all, we are absolutely delighted that you enjoyed your stay at our cottage so much, and also took advantage of the surrounding attractions. You were a pleasure to have as our guests, and we definitely look forward to seeing you again! Kind regards, Alex & Davina
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Un havre de paix décoré avec goût, très central pour découvrir l'île de egine. Davina a été très disponible et accueillante. Les deux maisons sont spacieuses et aux couleurs de la grèce. La piscine est très agréable. On se sent très bien dans les maisons de Davina. Merci pour tout. Superbe expérience. Nous reviendrons !
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 August 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and our cottages so much. It was a sincere pleasure having you, and we hope to see you again very soon! Alex & Davina
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Angefangen mit der sehr freundlichen und hilfsbereiten Gatgeberin Davina, ist die Unterkunft eine Oase der Ruhe. Mit hohem Komfort und viel Platz. Es ist alles da, was der Urlauber zum entspannen braucht. Die schöne Insel macht das übrige komplett.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 November 2025
Thank you so much for your eloquent review! It was our pleasure having you stay at our cottage, and we are delighted that you enjoyed your time with us. We hope to see you again soon! Alex & Davina
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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Stayed 13 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2024
Thank you for the 5 stars! We are very happy that you enjoyed your stay with us, and we hope to see you again very soon :) Alex & Davina
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