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Luxury Villa Rentals in Protaras
Villas with pools above the clear water of Cyprus's eastern tip, from Pernera and Kapparis to Konnos Bay
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Pale sand, clear water and the island's eastern cape
Protaras sits on the far eastern coast of Cyprus, between the windmill-dotted fields of Paralimni and the wild headland of Cape Greco. Its draw is the sea itself: a run of small sandy bays with water so clear you can watch your feet from the end of a swim. It is calmer than Ayia Napa down the coast, and better suited to families and anyone who likes an early night after a long lunch.
Our Protaras collection runs to 120+ properties, mostly villas with private pools in Pernera, Kapparis and on the slopes above Konnos Bay, with a handful of spacious apartments with shared pools and sea views for those who would rather be a short walk from the beach.
Here is how the coast divides up, what lies inland and when the water is at its best.
Protaras at a glance
- Villas
- 120+ villas and apartments, with up to 6 bedrooms
- Guide prices
- Typically £1,200 to £3,100 a week, from around £1,000
- Best areas
- Pernera and Kapparis to the north; Konnos Bay and Cape Greco to the south
- Best time
- May to October for swimming; spring and autumn for walking the cape
- Airport
- Larnaca, around 45 minutes to an hour by road
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Villa numbers and guide prices are updated daily from our live collection.
Villa Kyanos Perivolia Protaras: Luxury 6-Bedroom Villa with Private Pool & Sea Views – Protaras Cyprus6 bedrooms
Villa Sapphire Cyprus5 bedrooms
Rent Villa Eunoia Cyprus6 bedrooms
Villa Boreas Konnos Protaras: Luxury 4-Bedroom Villa with Private Pool & Sea Views – Protaras Cyprus4 bedroomsWhere to stay in Protaras
Pernera and Kapparis for easy beaches and tavernas, Konnos Bay and the edge of Cape Greco for sea views and coves, and Paralimni for village life just inland.
Small bays and a walk to supper
North of the resort centre, Pernera and Kapparis are quieter and more residential, a stretch of low-rise villas above a string of sandy coves such as Sunrise Beach. The sea is shallow and sheltered, which makes it good for young swimmers, and there are tavernas within walking distance of many houses.
Fig Tree Bay, the best known beach in Protaras, is just to the south. A small islet sits around 100 metres offshore, and swimming out to it is something of a rite of passage.
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Sea caves, cliff paths and a cove in a national park
South of town the coast turns rocky and the houses thin out. Konnos Bay is a deep, sandy cove inside the Cape Greco National Forest Park, and villas on the hills around it look straight out over the water.
The cape itself is the south-eastern tip of the island, with walking trails, a natural rock arch, sea caves and some of the best snorkelling in Cyprus. Go early in the morning, before the boats arrive, and you may well have the paths to yourself.
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Red earth, windmills and a view across the line
Protaras is the coastal part of Paralimni, a working town with a large church square at its heart and a seasonal lake that draws birds in winter. Around it lie the Kokkinochoria, the red soil villages, where the famous Cyprus potatoes are grown and old metal windmills still stand in the fields.
For the best view of the coast, climb the steps to the chapel of Profitis Elias on its granite outcrop above town, ideally at sunset. Further north, the crossing at Deryneia leads to the walled old city of Famagusta.
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Meze, red-earth potatoes and a long, warm autumn
Eat as the Cypriots do: a slow meze of grilled halloumi, village sausage, kleftiko and fresh fish, with local potatoes roasted until crisp. The feast of Profitis Elias on 20 July brings pilgrims up to the hilltop chapel, and the Kataklysmos festival at Orthodox Pentecost, in late May or June, fills the coastal towns.
July and August are hot and busy. June and September are kinder, and the sea usually stays warm well into October. Our concierge can arrange boat trips around the cape, a private chef, car hire and transfers.
Ask our conciergeFeatured villas in Protaras
Rent Villa Selinis Cyprus4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £4,515 a week
Villa Agathi Protaras: Luxury 5-Bedroom Apartment with Sea Views & Pool – Protaras5 bedrooms · sleeps 10From £4,417 a week
Althea Kalamies Luxury Villas | 4-Bedroom Villa in Paralimni Pernera4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £4,184 a week
Villa Notos Konnos Protaras: Luxury 3-Bedroom Apartment with Private Pool & Sea Views – Protaras Cyprus3 bedrooms · sleeps 6From £3,913 a week
Villa Pefkos Protaras: Spacious 4-Bedroom Apartment with Pool & Sea Views – Protaras Cyprus4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £3,892 a week
Villa Emerald Cyprus5 bedrooms · sleeps 10From £3,653 a week
Villa Zephyros Konnos Protaras: Luxury 3-Bedroom Villa with Private Pool & Sea Views – Protaras Cyprus3 bedrooms · sleeps 6From £3,570 a week
Villa Chrysafgi Konnos Protaras: 4-Bedroom Seaview Villa with Private Pool & Spa in Protara4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £3,509 a weekWhy book your Protaras villa with Excellence Luxury Villas
The right house, not the nearest one
Protaras villas range from a short stroll above Fig Tree Bay to hillsides near Cape Greco where you will want a car, and we know which is which. With 120+ properties in Protaras, 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
Boat and snorkelling trips around Cape Greco, a private chef for a meze night, car hire, nannies and transfers from Larnaca. 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 area to stay in Protaras?
Pernera and Kapparis suit families who want sheltered beaches and tavernas close by. The hills around Konnos Bay offer bigger sea views and quick access to Cape Greco, while central Protaras keeps you near Fig Tree Bay and the restaurants.
When is the best time to visit Protaras?
May to October is the swimming season, with the sea often warm well into autumn. June and September are less crowded and less hot than July and August, and spring is lovely for walking at Cape Greco.
Can you visit Famagusta from Protaras?
Yes. The Deryneia crossing, just north of Paralimni, leads to the old walled city of Famagusta in the north of the island. Take your passport, and check that your hire car insurance covers the north before you go.
Can you arrange a private chef at a villa in Protaras?
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 villa in Protaras cost?
Across our 120+ villas in Protaras, weekly rates typically range from £1,200 to £3,100, with the most affordable from around £1,000 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.
Which airport is closest to Protaras?
Larnaca is the nearest airport, around 45 minutes to an hour away by road depending on where your villa is. Our concierge can arrange private transfers or car hire.
Are there villas in Protaras for large groups?
Yes. Our Protaras collection includes properties with up to 6 bedrooms. Tell us the size of your party and the occasion, and we will send a shortlist that suits it.
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