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Sophisticated Aegean-Sea Living

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Pool and Aegean sea
Property grounds
Exterior
Living area
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Private pool
  • Air-conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Schinias, marathon
  • Place, Schinias Olympic Rowing and Canoeing Centre
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Schinias Beach
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Marathon Beach
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Sophisticated Aegean-Sea Living

A SUPERB LOCATION DESIGNED BY THE ACROPOLIS MUSEUM ARCHITECT!

On a private cove just outside the buzz of Athens, a well-appointed townhouse-style villa evokes Greek Island-style living.

Meters from the Aegean, minutes from beach clubs and nightlife, convenient to the port of Rafina and the international airport.

Stunning sea views and loft-style 10-meter ceilings

3-4 full bedrooms with handmade built-in cabinets and closets

Full-sized, European kitchen

Private balconies and a private terrace

Large open-plan living and dining area

Fully heated and air conditioned

Wood burning fireplace.
Private pool on property

Tended private gardens

Off-street parking

Laundry service available

Private Aegean swimming cove
(1 minute walk)

Mare-Bella is an awesome experience each and everyone of our guests has expressed!

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House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children welcome
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 00000114594
Property # 3632127
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Marathon

Located in Marathon, this holiday home is by the ocean. Marathon Run Museum and Archaeological Museum of Marathon are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Marathon Tomb and Ramnous Archaeological Site. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and mountain biking.
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Schinias, marathon

What's nearby

  • Schinias Olympic Rowing and Canoeing Centre - 16 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Schinias Beach - 19 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Marathon Beach - 23 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Marathon Tomb - 25 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Marathon Run Museum - 27 min drive - 13.9 km

Getting around

  • Marousi Pentelis Station - 59 min drive
  • Athens (ATH-Eleftherios Venizelos) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moraitis Beach - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Slow Drop - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Delfini - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Γαλάζια Ακτή - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪La Playa - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Sophisticated Aegean-Sea Living have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Sophisticated Aegean-Sea Living pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sophisticated Aegean-Sea Living?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Where is Sophisticated Aegean-Sea Living located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Schinias Olympic Rowing and Canoeing Centre, Schinias Beach and Marathon Beach. Marathon Tomb and Marathon Run Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Spectacular Waterfront Property w/Stunning Views

What can I say!? Our stay at these Marathon Villa Rentals was nothing short of one of the most fantastic vacations of our lives. It was the perfect escape from our every day lives, and a welcome relief from the fast paced world of Athens. That being said, it was so close to Athens that we were able to pop over there for a day trip! Clean, open floor plan, great kitchen, gorgeous pool and views. No complaints. We will definitely be back. Thanks again for an amazing time. - The Nolans
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
That is so good to hear! our pleasure and would love to have you back... Thank you very much guys... MM
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10/10 Excellent

Superb chill out zone

This is a 5 star villa in every way. Great hosts who were on hand whenever we needed them. The villa and pool were both meticulously clean and all fixtures and fittings of a high standard. The welcome pack of groceries was the most comprehensive I've ever had in any villa. This is a beautiful peaceful location, we say wild tortoises almost every day. The sea was only a few metres away and just beautiful for family swims. Local restaurants were basic but lovely. The owner of one even ran us home at the end of the night and every time we went there his wife gave us a dozen free range eggs! It's just that kind of place! I was with my family of 4 children all over 19 yrs of age and we had a wonderful time. The place seems just so off grid and yet you can be in the centre of Athens within an hour. I'd highly recommend this location to anyone.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Thank you very much! We are delighted that your holiday in our place was enjoyable! All the best! MM
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10/10 Excellent

A lovely location in a beautiful townhouse/villa in a peaceful part of Greece...

It was our first time to Greece and we really enjoyed our stay there. The place where we stayed, near Schinias beach, was a very spacious 5 bedroom, 2 bathrooms villa/townhouse in a quiet & peaceful part of Greece but still not far to the capital. From the villa the views of the mountains and nearby island was breath-taking. There is also a lovely shared swimming pool which my children really enjoyed using. They have never stayed in a place with a swimming pool before so it was very exciting for them. And within a short walk down from the villa there is a rocky beach with beautifully clear waters where we were able to snorkel & watch the little fishes swimming everywhere. We were made very welcome from Rosa who managed the place. She even came to find us when we got lost in the car on the way to the villa!! Her husband, Stavros, does special tours so we hired him for the day to take us across by ferry to a remote place on an island where we were able to swim under a beautiful natural waterfall and enjoy the waves of a remote beach location used mainly by campers. By end of day he took us to a very local greek tavern where we were able to try out some fantastic local delicacies (such as goat stew) which were amazing. Overall, everyone had a wonderful & memorable experience in Greece and of the warm hospitality of the Greek locals. My only advice is to make sure you hire a car as this is essential for getting around various places. To get to the capital city, it is advisable to park the car in Pallini & take the train to the Acropolis or Syntagma Square. I was a little hesitant about driving in Greece but it was very easy but make sure you have a satnav device available at all times. We hired one at the car rental. The world may be a big place but we most definitely hope to return to Greece again one day.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
We are so glad you enjoyed your holiday in Greece and our AmaliaResidences Vila... We take pride in making sure our guests have a great time and we are pleased our primary goal was achieved! All the best and hope to see you again soon! Thank you very much! Manos
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10/10 Excellent

Great stay at Amalia Residences

Our family of 5 stayed at Amalia Residences this summer and we really enjoyed it. The architecture is modern yet it draws from the Mediterranean landscape and colors. The residences are clean and well maintained. There is an amazing view of the Aegean sea. The kids enjoyed the swimming pool and the close beaches. One advantage of this location is that it is relatively close to Athens and makes day trips to the city convenient. A great thank you to Manos, Rosa, and Mary for the great service and the friendly atmosphere. We highly recommend this place.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
We are so glad you enjoyed your holiday! thank you very much... Manos
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10/10 Excellent

great

modern and clean villa just a stone throw away from privet secluded rocky beach. more beaches- sandy ones with bars and water sports are also close- just couple of minutes driviving. Manos- the owner, and Rosa- the manager- are very nice and welcoming people.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Thank you very much! Manos
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10/10 Excellent

The Bennington family holiday

We had a wonderful time, the apartment is beautiful and has everything that you could want. The pool is great, and for us only being 5 minutes from rocky cove where we could snorkel was ideal. Rosa and Manos looked after us incredibly well, we recommend that you listen to their advice on places to eat, we felt like we were part of their extended family for the short time were were there. Manos took us on a tour which was really entertaining, he's full of warmth and intelligence.and knows everyone, of course. I hesitate to recommend it,because we want it all to ourselves. We will be back.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
thank you very much! Looking forward to your next visit... Manos
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10/10 Excellent

Relaxed elegance by the sea

The Amalias townhouse-style condominiums are truly a home-away-from-home in Greece. A little under an hour from Athens by car, the location makes you feel as though you are on one of the islands - tranquil and quiet and only a stone's throw from the crystal clear sea. The property is immaculately maintained with great attention to detail and plenty of modern conveniences, including a well-equipped full-sized kitchen. Our condo was spotless, lofty and spacious with plenty of windows to let in the beautiful light and fresh sea breezes. The pool was nice and large, and there was ample poolside seating - Amalias is not short on amenities of any kind. We also felt very safe and secure at the property. As we were meeting friends who were also staying there, we all appreciated how easy it was to socialize in the common areas while still enjoying our own private spaces as well - a great balance. We loved walking through the quiet neighborhood, too, with its great little corner market, and just a few minutes away by car is the historically important town of Marathon. The beach there is nice, and nearby Schinias is even better. Marathon is also home to the only marble dam in the world, an attraction that is definitely worth seeing. And then of course there is Athens, where you can easily spend a day of sightseeing or a night out and then come home to Amalias - your seaside retreat away from the city with all the comforts of home!
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Hey Julia and Michael, i understand you are back in Greece filming... that is so awesome! Thank you very much and hope to see you soon again... MM
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10/10 Excellent

Beautiful, Quiet spot with great Beach and History

It is a wonderful location right on the shore of the Aegean sea, just over half an hour from the airport and Athens. It is very quiet and relaxing spot, however, if you are looking for the nightlife, beautiful Athens are a short drive away. The house is modern, comfortable, and meticulously maintained. It has a great pool if you want to cool off in the afternoon or take a night swim. There is an AC, a kitchen, a laundry, several bathrooms-so we had everything that we needed. There are numerous places to eat all around and the food is great and inexpensive. The owner and the managers of the property are great people-warm, friendly and very helpful. They guided us through our stay, so we saw and tried a lot of things that I am certain we would never experience if we were on our own. I am a big fan of history so living a mile away and walking every day on the actual site of Marathon battle was a big thrill. In general walking on the stones of Acropolis, Ancient Agora, Mycenae, Corinth feels surreal and awe inspiring. If you like to swim, there is a rocky cove about 100 yards away which is great for snorkeling, or there is a great "wild" sandy beach about 2 miles away, or fully blown beach club with bars and umbrellas etc. The food and wine are awesome-my wife and I are pretty picky, yet every single meal during our stay-we cleaned the plates-finger licking good. I would recommend renting a car, parking is not an issue and with GPS on my iPhone we didn't have any trouble getting around. The cars with manual transmission are readily available, if you need an automatic-the property manager put us in touch with a company that provided a luxury sedan with all the bells and whistles, they greeted us at the airport during arrival and departure. One recommendation that I would make is to bring cash with you-the gas stations do take credit cards, but a lot of other places prefer cash transactions. In conclusion-it was a wonderful place to stay, I would highly recommend it and we are planning our next stay at the same spot already.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Hey guys, I really appreciate your business at AmaliaResidences.com and also appreciate you taking the time to review our property! Looking forward to your next visit! All the best! Cheers... Manos
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10/10 Excellent

Fantastic experience - such a relaxing place!

I loved staying at Amalia Residences for our Greek vacation. The accommodation was first class. The staff were friendly and we were able to get out to some great local restaurants, and we were a stone's throw from the historic Marathon route. For me, Lying next to the pool, looking out to the crystal clear sea had to be the highlight...we will definitely come back when we're in Greece next summer. Thank you for such a memorable vacation. We will definitely be recommending Amalia Residences to our friends and family when they are out in Greece!
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Thank you very much Chris! MM
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10/10 Excellent

This is a spectacular place to stay. We loved it!

Close to Athens but a million miles away in terms of beauty and serenity, we felt this small group of condo townhouses was a wonderful find. The unit we stayed in was lovely.... comfortable, casually elegant and a great place to entertain. The pool is big and the view to the sea, is magnificent. The rooms are commodious and airy, the beds are terrific and we had a large balcony looking out over the water.... quite romantic. It is a short walk to a wonderful private beach and there are good restaurants, beach bars with lots of local color and sightseeing right in Marathon, just minutes away. We also felt really safe and liked being in a nice community with lovely homes owned by local people. We have traveled all over the world and this is one of the nicest places we've stayed. We are really looking forward to going back and would recommend this place to anyone.
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10/10 Excellent

Very Special Property

I enjoyed an amazing two weeks in Greece, staying at "Amelia." The property is a gorgeous complex of townhouse-style villas -- nine in all -- surrounding a beautiful pool. Our unit had thirty-foot ceilings in the living room, with a dramatic staircase rising above us to the three bedroom levels above. It had a full-equipped kitchen and a private patio. Bedrooms were quiet and comfortable and well-furnished. On those rare nights when the breeze did not blow, each room had a powerful air conditioner that kept us very comfortable. Bathrooms were big, with shower-tubs and plenty of hot water. Overall, our villa felt modern, clean and luxurious. It was about a thirty-second walk down to a private swimming cove below the property, and we swam every morning in clear Aegean water. There were several Mediterranean-style beach resorts, all about a five minute drive away, where you could rent lounges and order drinks. One even had a great play area for our daughter. There are great bars and clubs in town of Skinias as well. Athens is about thirty minutes away by car or train. The port of Rafina was about fifteen minutes away, and we spent several days touring the Greek Islands -- Amelia is very centrally located, and is a great "jumping off point" for short trips all over Greece and the Mediterranean. But the best part about Amelia is that it's simply gorgeous. As a professional writer, I was there partly on a working sabbatical. I completed the screenplay for a Disney Channel movie from the balcony of our villa (life was tough!), and I found the location incredibly peaceful and inspiring. There were several other people staying in some of the villas, and I really enjoyed the community. The design of the property is such that you have a great deal of privacy -- you never feel like you MUST socialize. But there are common areas where you can meet other guests (the pool, gardens, etc.), and we found Amelia attracts a certain type -- cosmopolitan, interesting, and respectful. We really got to know and like some of fellow travelers, and now feel we have friends from all over the world. Overall, I highly recommend Amelia for people seeking an inspiring escape, slightly off the beaten path, to unwind and enjoy sea views, Aegean waters and Greek resorts. Or those looking for a central place from which to explore Greece in general. It's a truly unique place unlike anywhere else in the world.

About the host

Hosted by Manos

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I grew up in Athens and relocated abroad after College... it was always my dream to built a high quality complex in Sxinia beach as it is my favorite area in Athens but yet in an island type setting

Why they chose this property

I hired Michalis Fotiadis as the architect to design this complex once i found the land i was looking for... Michalis is a very talented Architect who also designed the new Acropolis museum in Athens... We are very proud of Mare-Bella, built primarily for our family use!

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