Greece Properties - Our Area's Greece Properties brings you a choice of quality homes on the mainland, Peloponnese and the Greek Islands. Homes in Greece range from budget value to high end luxury, from secluded to bustling, from small to palatial. We offer for sale traditional properties on the coast or in the mountains, new homes under construction or just completed as well as investment opportunities to purchase off plan in exciting new developments. For those looking to fulfil their dream we sell development land and plots with or without planning licences allowing you the opportunity to build your own dream home. Greece Properties will help you find your new home or investment by a sandy beach or pebbly cove, in the mountains, by a ski resort, or just somewhere great for walking, relaxing or enjoying the wide range of water sports available. The Peloponnese The southernmost section of mainland Greece, the Peloponnese was once an island until geological upheavals in the region twice united and separated it from the mainland. Later, a drop in sea level formed the Isthmus of Corinth. This land bridge was excavated in the late 19th century to make the Corinth canal, making the Peloponnese an island yet again. The Peloponnese is rugged with a highland interior, offering hiking, climbing and two ski resorts. The climate is purely Mediterranean along the coast, sand or pebble beaches and clear waters offering a wide range of water sports. Ancient sites such as Olympia, home of the Games; Mycenae, Agamemnon's legendary palace and the best preserved of all Greek theatres at Epidaurus are all located on the Peloponnese. This is the land of Hercules, the Temple of Apollo and Homer's Odyssey, a land of Greek myth, images and music, scents of the sea, and of grapes, olives and citrus and wild herbs growing on the mountains. The Peloponnese is divided into seven prefectures, Corinthia and Achaia in the north, Elia on the west coast is home to Ancient Olympia, Messinia in the south west, Laconia in the south, Arcadia covers the central mountains and forests down to the Gulf of Argos on the east coast and lastly the magic shores and bald mountains of The Argolid in the east. Finikounda, Messinia Prefecture is 18km west of Koroni in the south Peloponnese and about 150km south of Kalamata airport, open all year round and with regular charter flights from the UK between May and October. Finikounda is a small fishing village with a superb cove beach, another to the east and a gigantic strand to the west, ideal for windsurfing and water sports. Some excellent tavernas line the harbour serving freshly caught fish. Only a few kilometres to the west are the stunning ruins of Methoni castle, Kato Assos, Corinthia Prefecture is an hour's drive from Athens and 15 minute's drive from Korinthos (Corinth), the nearest sizeable town. Assos is made up of two parts ? "Pano" (or upper) Assos and "Kato" (or lower) Assos. Pano Assos has a number of shops and a supermarket and a string of tavernas . Kato Assos is a small seaside port 11 kilometres east of Korinthos. There are regular bus and train links across the Corinth Canal to Korinthos and a high-speed rail link connects Athens (nearest airport) to Korinthos. You can also take a ferry or hydrofoil the slower but beautifully scenic route from Piraeus. From Korinthos, buses and the local trains will take you to Kato Assos on the coast. You may however wish to hire a car as the village is only about an hours drive from Athens along a clearly marked road. The small roads linking Pano Assos to Kato Assos are lined with graceful villas, vineyards and orchards producing apricots, oranges grapes and lemons. Kato Assos has a  sandy seabed , clear water whose depth increases gradually, making it excellent swimming for children. All the beaches along this stretch of coastline are a mix of sand and pebbles. Vrahati, Corinthia Prefecture is a popular resort with Athenians and Corinthians, having numerous restaurants, cafes and bars and a lively nightlife. The sand and pebble beach has a 2006 Blue Flag award.  It is only 10km from Corinth and 97km from Athens, about a 75 minute drive. Kamares, Achaia Prefecture is connected by the old road linking Patras with Corinth and is accessed via Longos beach road. Kamares has all facilities including a church, banks, a post office, a train station and a village square (plateia) in the centre. On one side is the beautiful calm Gulf of Corinth and inland are the hills and the mountains to the south and the west along with tall Erymanthos were Hercules captured the boar as his fourth labour. The beaches are lined with fine tavernas serving excellent seafood.   Longos, Achaia Prefecture is in the most beautiful part of the north Peloponnesus. The magical combination of the green mountains of Egialia and the crystal clear sea of Corinthian Gulf is ideal for both winter and summer excursions, not only to pristine natural places but also to the famous archaeological site of Olympia, Delphi, Corinth and Epidavros. On the pebbly beach of Longos you will find tavernas, restaurants and bars right on the beach or in the picturesque village, as well as two summer cinemas. Longos is a small village just 33 kilometres west of Patra, a major port with ferries arriving from Piraeus or Italy.  From there, visitors can get a bus or train to the village, or hire a car and drive the short journey along the coast road. Alternatively, visitors could fly to Athens or Araxos. The latter is a small airport taking only charter flights from the UK.  When flying to Athens, visitors can take the train or bus to the village, travelling along the northern coast road of the Peloponnese. The coastal road from Athens is straightforward so you could also hire a car and drive the 2.5 hours to the village. Selianitika, Achaia Prefecture is a picturesque village overlooking the crystal blue water of the Gulf of Corinth and is about a two hours drive from Athens. The local fishermen provide fresh fish for the tavernas and restaurants on the beachfront. Local facilities include two cinemas, bars and club. The village is about 180km from Athens and only 6km from the busy cosmopolitan town of Egio, where you can find all facilities. The beach with its shady trees and promenade provides access to the water sports facilities that are available. The mountains to the south provide excellent hiking opportunities, a ski resort and easy access to some of the many historical sites of ancient Greece. Temeni, Achaia Prefecture is a small village 46 kilometres west of Patra, a major port of the Peloponnese. The nearest airport is either Athens or Araxos (see above). Visitors can either drive along the coastal road from Athens and Korinthos, or take the train or bus to the village. An alternative is to take the scenic ferry to Patra either from Piraeus or Italy, and pick up a car or hop on a bus or train to travel the short journey to the village.   Aegina One of the Argo Saronic islands and only a 45 minute hydrofoil ride from Piraeus, Aegina was for two years in the 19th century the capital of Greece. The beautiful fifth century BC Temple of Aphaea on the east coast contrasts vividly with the nearby tourist resort of Ayia Marina. The island is famous for its pottery, lace and pistachio nuts. Only an hour from Athens Aegina is popular with tourists and day-trippers in the summer and has a mild winter climate making it an ideal location for year round living. Crete Crete is the largest of the Greek islands. Situated at the southernmost part of the Aegean Sea, almost equidistant from the Greek mainland, North Africa, Cyprus and the Middle East. Seen as the crossroads of three continents and Seven Seas, Crete has been the melting pot of different nationalities, languages and cultures. Today more than 70% of young and middle-aged Cretans speak at least one foreign language, mainly English. Crete is held to be the cradle of European civilization, because the Minoan civilization, which flourished here from 3,000 to 2,000 BC, was the first in Europe. The palaces of Knossos and Phaestos and the Archaeological Museum in Iraklion are must see destinations along with the other many archaeological sites of the island. Crete was for several centuries under the rule of Venice and the towns still have the characteristic beautiful Venetian atmosphere. The well preserved Venetian castles and buildings, the small harbours with their stone light houses and the narrow streets of the old parts of the towns, make Crete a real pleasure for all visitors. Crete is considered unique for its flora and vegetation. More than 600 different species of plants, herbs and flowers have been listed by naturalists of the past. Whenever you are in Crete, on sandy beach or high mountain, you will always feel the intoxicating fragrance of the thyme, the sage, the laurel, the myrtle, the rush of the cypress. Add to that the wonderful blue seas, the picturesque villages and the unrivalled climate, and you will discover a dreamland waiting for you!  Two international airports connect the island with all major destinations of Greece, Europe and the Middle East. With seaports in all main towns of Crete, you can always enjoy coming and going by sea, or cruising to the beautiful nearby Aegean islands and the Peloponese. Crete has a good extended road network that gives you the chance to visit almost every part of it. Some of the most isolated places and villages are the most beautiful. Crete has an all year round, mild Mediterranean climate, with plenty of sunshine.  Panormo, Crete is a peaceful and authentic village on the northern coast of Crete. Panormo is best reached by car along the fast and spectacular coastal highway, turning off to reach the village some 50 kilometres away from the capital city, or take one of the regular bus services to Rethymnon, 15 kilometres east of the village. Yiannoudi, Crete is a small tranquil village close that takes advantage of the mountain air while only being a short drive from the beach. Also known as Gianoudi the village is only 6.5km from Rethymnon were you will find a wide sandy beach and palm lined promenade. Lesvos or Mytilini, birthplace of Sappho and Aesop is the third largest Greek island and is covered in olive groves, thick oak and pine forests, sandy beaches, monasteries, pretty traditional houses and old mansions. Set in the north east Aegean this is a very picturesque with fourteenth century castles guarding the main towns of this temperate and traditional island. Lesvos is a one hour flight from Athens or a 12 hour ferry trip from Piraeus. Naxos The largest of the Cyclades islands, Naxos has high mountains, fertile valleys, sandy beaches and is surrounded by a deep blue sea. Renowned for its olives, potatoes, lemons, cheese and grapes Naxos also produces some of the best wines in Greece. Naxos can be reached by air from Athens, flight time of 35 minutes or by high speed ferry from Piraeus, three hours fifteen minutes or by regular ferry it takes an hour longer. Greeting visitors to Naxos Town or Hora is the stone Portara built some 2,500 years ago as the portal to the incomplete Temple of Apollo. Naxos is where, according to legend Theseus abandoned Ariadne on his way home from Crete. Paros The third largest of the Cyclades Paros has developed into a major tourist centre in recent years. Gentle vine covered rolling hills form the centre and southeast of the island. The coast is indented with numerous small inlets and the two large bays of Naoussa in the north and Parikia in the west. Parikia is the islands capital and port and stands on the site of an ancient city. Parikia has a picturesque ruined Venetian castle, whitewashed houses and the scent of basil, jasmine and honeysuckle. There is an excellent ferry service from Piraeus, 2 hours 35 minutes, or from Rafina, 3 hours on the mainland or by air with daily flights from Athens airport taking only 35 minutes. Alyki, Paros is a delightful village on the southwest coast of the island of Paros. Alyki is near the small airport, and the bus stop is 100 metres from the airport. The bus will take you the 12 kilometres to the village or you could hire a car; visitors can even hire a bicycle or scooter, as the roads are fairly flat. Ferries also dock regularly at the port of Parikia with a regular bus service to the village. Pelion Also known as The Mount Pilio Peninsula this is the southeastern tip of the region of Thessaly (Thessalia) the central section of mainland Greece. The climate is continental; the winters are cold and the summers hot and the temperature differential between the two seasons are large. The Pagasitic Gulf to the east and the Aegean to the west embraces Pelion, the mythological land of the Centaurs: imposing and verdant, rough and scenic, wild and accessible. With beech and oak covered peaks, streams running down the slopes, villages rooted among the chestnut, apple, pear and olive trees, Pelion is a wonder. Beautiful villages with magnificent large old stone houses dot the landscape. A characteristic of the Pelion is the cobbled walking routes between the villages and linking to the shore. Many of these routes fell into disrepair but there is a current restoration programme. The narrow gauge railway, recently restored runs a 90 minute route from Ano Lehonia to Milies is also well worth a visit. Pelion can be reached by car from Thessaloniki or Athens airports. Agios Georgious Nilias or Ayios Yeoryios Nilias is a small village 177 meters above sea level about 21km southeast of Volos and about 296km (184 miles) south of Thessaloniki airport. Although the drive can take nearly four hours it is along a beautiful coast and across some lovely scenery. The village is noted for its excellent walking in the surrounding beech forest. The Agriolefkas ski centre can be reached on foot in less than 3.5 hours or is only a short drive away. Santorini Also known as Thira this is one of the most stunning islands in the Cyclades. Following a massive volcanic eruption around 1647 - 1628 BC the heart of the volcano sank below the sea leaving a massive caldera 10km in diameter. Long associated with the legend of Atlantis, Santorini provides some spectacular cliff scenery with red and black sandy beaches. Relax in one of the many tavernas and enjoy the best white wine in Greece with freshly caught seafood off the local boats. Santorini is about forty minutes from Athens by air and during the summer season, many charter flights fly direct to Santorini from most European airports. The high-speed ferry from Piraeus takes about four and a half hours. Zakynthos Also known as Zante this is southernmost of the Ionian Islands, contrasting pine covered mountains and fertile plains and a coastline of lovely beaches, while the western rocky coast has magnificent rocky bays with many marine caves including the famous Blue Caves in the northwest. The longest beach in Greece at 8km can be found at Laganas in the in the southeast, a busy beach famed for its water sports. The Tsilivis beach is long and safe for small children with golden sand and crystal, shallow water. Zakynthos town is the capital and port of the island, located at the base of the Bochali hill. It is a modern city rebuilt after the 1953 earthquake destroyed much of the old town. The island is home to the protected loggerhead turtle, an endangered species that lays its eggs on the southern shores. The National Marine Park in Laganas Bay is dedicated to the conservation of this rare species. The rare Mediterranean monk seal lives and breeds on the steep western shores of the island. Zakynthos is 18 nautical miles off the west coast of the Peloponnese, 16 nautical miles south of Cephalonia and about 300 kilometres west of Athens. There are regular ferries to Kyllini on the Peloponnese coast opposite and there are daily flights to Athens taking about 45 minutes. From April to October Zakynthos is directly connected to most European cities by charter flights and the airport is only 4km from Zakynthos town. Tragaki, Zakynthos is a traditional village with a typical Greek feel, Tragaki is only: 4 miles (6 km) from the port of Zakynthos, 6 miles (10 km) from the island airport, 1 mile (1.5 km) from the golden beach of Tsilivis (European Blue Flag for water quality).   Thassos Thassos the island of the Sirens and the most northerly Aegean island lies just off the coast of mainland Macedonian Greece. Famed in antiquity for its gold mines and marble, Thassos is better known today for its excellent honey, fine clean beaches, pine forests and picturesque mountain villages. A small island so any destination can be reached within a short drive, the beaches are rarely crowded and the island is not yet spoiled by mass tourism.   Andros Andros is one of the northern Cyclades islands, close to the mainland and easy to get to making it a popular choice for weekending mainlanders. Daily ferries leave Rafina every day for Andros and then on to Mykonos and Naxos. Rafina is the nearest port to Athens airport making Andros one of the easiest islands for independent travellers to get to. This island is a paradise for walkers with well maintained donkey trails twisting through the steep mountain ranges where natural springs feed streams and brooks into fertile valleys blanketed by vines, olive, fig, and citrus trees.

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