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Luxury Villas and Apartments in Attica
Acropolis-view apartments in Athens, sea-view villas on the Riviera and the Saronic islands a ferry ride away
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A capital, a coastline and the Temple of Poseidon at the end of it
Most people pass through Attica on the way to an island. That is their loss. This triangle of land around Athens has the Acropolis at one end and Cape Sounion at the other, and between them run the beach clubs and coves of the Athens Riviera, the vineyards of the Mesogeia and some of the clearest water within reach of any European capital.
Our Attica collection runs to 140+ properties. In the city they are mostly apartments and penthouses in Plaka, Koukaki, Kerameikos and around Philopappou Hill, several with the Parthenon framed from the balcony. Along the coast there are villas with private pools in Vouliagmeni, Vari, Saronida and Artemida, and a few on the Saronic islands.
Below you will find where to stay, when to come and how to fit a little of everything into one trip.
Attica at a glance
- Properties
- 140+ apartments, penthouses and villas, with up to 10 bedrooms
- Guide prices
- Typically £2,700 to £6,200 a week, from around £2,100
- Best areas
- Central Athens, the Athens Riviera from Voula to Vouliagmeni, Saronida and the coast to Sounion, and Artemida
- Best time
- April to June and September to October; July and August for the beach, though it is hot
- Airport
- Athens International, around 40 minutes from the city centre and closer still to Artemida and the east coast
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Villa numbers and guide prices are updated daily from our live collection.
Villa Saronida Greece8 bedrooms
Villa Meltemi Vouliagmeni: Luxury 4-Bedroom Apartment with Seaviews – East Attica4 bedrooms
Villa Kounoupitsa Spetses: Stunning 5-Bedroom Luxury Villa with Pool – Spetses5 bedrooms
Villa Verity | 9-Bedroom Villa in Porto Germeno Plaka9 bedroomsWhere to stay in Attica
Central Athens for the Acropolis and the city's restaurants, the Athens Riviera at Voula, Vouliagmeni and Vari for the sea with the city close by, East Attica and Sounion for space and quieter beaches, and the Saronic islands for a slower pace.
Breakfast with the Parthenon in view
Staying in the centre means you can be at the Acropolis gates before the tour coaches arrive, then come back to the apartment for a siesta. Plaka and Anafiotika have whitewashed lanes and old tavernas below the rock, Koukaki is quieter and close to the Acropolis Museum, and Kerameikos and Metaxourgeio are where the city's newer restaurants and galleries are opening.
In summer the Athens Epidaurus Festival puts on drama and concerts at the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, a Roman theatre on the slope of the Acropolis. It is an evening you will not easily forget.
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Voula, Vouliagmeni and a lake you can swim in all winter
South of the city, the coast road runs past Glyfada, Voula, Vouliagmeni and Vari, with beach clubs, marinas and rocky coves for a morning swim. This is where Athenians spend their summer weekends, and it is a sensible base if you want the sea every day and the city only now and then.
Lake Vouliagmeni is the oddity here. It is a brackish lake fed by thermal springs below a limestone cliff, and the water stays between about 22 and 29°C all year, so a swim in January is perfectly reasonable.
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Sunsets, vineyards and a short ferry ride
The coast grows quieter beyond Saronida towards Cape Sounion, where the Temple of Poseidon has stood above the sea since the fifth century BC. Byron carved his name on one of its columns. Arrive for sunset, then head down to a fish taverna at Lavrio.
On the east coast, Artemida is close to the airport and to Brauron, the old sanctuary of Artemis. From Piraeus the ferries leave for Aegina, known for its pistachios, and for Hydra, where there are no cars and you get about by water taxi or on foot.
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Savatiano, Hymettus honey and a long, warm autumn
The Mesogeia plain, around Markopoulo and Koropi, is where most Attic wine comes from. Savatiano is the local grape, and it is also the base of retsina. Thyme honey from Mount Hymettus, grilled octopus and a long lunch of meze by the sea are the things to have here.
Spring and autumn are the best times for sightseeing. July and August are very hot in the city and lively on the coast, and November brings the Athens Marathon on the original route from Marathon. Our concierge can arrange guides for the Acropolis, boat days to the islands, restaurant tables and transfers.
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Villa Meltemi Sounio: Stylish 4-Bedroom Beachfront Apartment with Pool – East Attica4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £10,612 a week
Villa Kosti Greece6 bedrooms · sleeps 12From £10,031 a week
Villa Pefka East Attica: 4-Bedroom Luxury Apartment with Infinity Pool – East Attica4 bedrooms · sleeps 10From £9,779 a week
Villa Lysias Kaisariani Athens: 3-Bedroom Luxury Apartment with Hot Tub & Seaview – Athens3 bedrooms · sleeps 5From £9,772 a week
Villa Meltemi Attica: Luxury 4-Bedroom Apartment with Pool – East Attica4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £9,632 a week
Villa Pnyx Athens: Luxury 2-Bedroom Penthouse with Hot Tub & Pool – Athens2 bedrooms · sleeps 4From £9,338 a week
Villa Prasinos Plaka Kolonos Athens: Luxury 4-Bedroom Townhouse with Hot Tub – Athens4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £9,163 a week
Villa Kyanos Lofos Plaka Athens: Luxury 5-Bedroom Apartment with Hot Tub & City Views – Athens5 bedrooms · sleeps 10From £8,932 a weekWhy book your home in Attica with Excellence Luxury Villas
The right house, not the nearest one
Attica's homes range from city apartments facing the Acropolis to pool villas an hour down the coast, and we know which ones let you walk to dinner and which ones are a short stroll from a quiet cove. With 140+ properties in Attica, we can usually find the house that suits you rather than the one that happens to be free. Search by size, pool, location and price, or tell us what you have in mind and we will put together a shortlist.
Book direct
You book with us directly, with no booking fees. Questions about access, parking, pool heating or how far it really is to the nearest beach go to people who can find out the answer.
A concierge who knows the territory
Private Acropolis and museum guides, ferry tickets and boat days to Aegina and Hydra, sunset trips to Sounion, wine tastings in the Mesogeia, restaurant reservations and airport transfers. Our concierge team arranges all of it, leaving you free to decide which terrace to sit on.
A house for every kind of party
Couples, families with small children, three generations together or a crowd of friends celebrating a birthday: we match the house to the group, down to the number of bathrooms and whether the pool is fenced.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the best place to stay in Attica?
Stay in central Athens if you want to see the sites, especially Plaka, Koukaki or around Philopappou Hill. The Athens Riviera, from Voula to Vari, suits those who want the sea with the city close by. Saronida and the coast towards Sounion are quieter and give you more space.
When is the best time to visit Attica?
April to June and September to October are the most comfortable for sightseeing and swimming. July and August suit a beach villa well, but the city can be very hot at midday.
Can I visit the Greek islands from an Attica villa?
Yes. Ferries from Piraeus reach Aegina in under an hour on the faster boats, and Hydra makes a good long day out. Our concierge can arrange ferry tickets or a private boat.
Can you arrange a private chef at a home in Attica?
Yes. Our concierge can arrange a private chef for a single dinner or your whole stay, along with cookery lessons, guided visits, transfers and restaurant reservations.
How much does a luxury propertie in Attica cost?
Across our 140+ properties in Attica, weekly rates typically range from £2,700 to £6,200, with the most affordable from around £2,100 a week and the largest estates well above. Prices depend on the size of the property, its location and the season, with July and August the most expensive. These are guide prices based on current listings; each property page shows its own rates for your dates.
How do I get to Attica from the UK?
Direct flights from London and several other UK airports land at Athens International Airport, a flight of around three and a half hours. The airport is around 40 minutes from central Athens and close to Artemida and the east coast. Our concierge can arrange private transfers.
Are there homes in Attica for large groups?
Yes. Our Attica collection includes properties with up to 10 bedrooms. Tell us the size of your party and the occasion, and we will send a shortlist that suits it.
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