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Hydra is one of Greece's most enchanting and
accessible isles, about an an hour from Athens, boasting a beautiful port,
it's serenity and island feel is added to by the fact that there are NO cars
or motorcycles allowed on the island at all. It's a walker's and
shopper's paradise, and also boasts museums, art galleries, splendid beaches
and some of Greece's finest restaurants. Hydra's
waterfront is one of the most charming in Greece, with numerous cafes,
restaurants, and tavernas where both locals and tourists alike gather. The
town is a captivating maze of characteristically Greek island style narrow
streets and has retained it's character and charm in part due to the Greek
Ministry of Culture who have gone to great lengths to maintain the
authenticity of this historical and cultural treasure. Additionally, there
are NO cars or motorcycles on the island (though donkey's often serve as
"taxis"). The island gained notoriety when Leonard Cohen began
visiting regularly in the 60's and ultimately bought a home there, helping
it to become such a haven for artists. Today the population is an
eclectic mix of locals, wealthy Athenians who maintain holiday homes here,
and enclaves of writers, and painters and sophisticated expatriates. There
are abundant swimming spots in some of the Med's finest waters, the closest
pebble beach is just 5 minutes from the harbor, and Kaminia Bay, is well
known and popular, or private boats can be rented to go to your own isolated
bay or cove from the hundreds available around the island. There are
beautiful hikes to monasteries perched high in the hills, through golden
hillsides alive with spring or fall wild flowers, purple sage, and olive
groves. Enjoy your own fine Greek villa rental on enchanting Hydra, in
the Saronic Gulf.
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Helios Villa
4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, private
pool, abundant furnished terraces, spectacular views
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Perched atop a hill overlooking the town and the quaint
sheltered bay of Hydra, with spectacular town and ocean views. This stunning villa is
walled for total privacy and tranquility (along with the fact that there are no cars or
motorcycles on the island) and boasts many lovely furnished terraces overflowing with
flowers and a little grove of lemon and olive trees in the furnished multi-terraced
gardens. Every room has either town or sea views and the villa is
wonderfully set up for savoring the outdoors on the patio, terraces, or poolside.
INTERIOR: Sleeps up to 8, with two buildings, one
contains living room, dining room, kitchen, studio/loft, with breakfast terrace,
another building contains 4 bedrooms ( 2 with double beds and 2 with twin beds).
The complex has 3 bathrooms. Walled for privacy and security, though maximizing a
stunning setting and taking full advantage to the views. There is a multi-terraced
garden and a small swimming pool. There are stunning views from the extended
grapevine-covered terrace which overlooks the port and the mainland beyond,
making it the idyllic spot to enjoy an evening drink while watching the sunset,
as well as two fireplaces indoors for relaxing on winter evenings. The
views are dramatic, every room looks over some aspect of the white-washed houses
of the town and the lively and picturesque waterfront, with colorful fishing boats, elegant
yachts, and the Saronic Gulf beyond. Not suitable for children under 12 due to terraces, stairs and
open pool area.
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