Luxury Real Estate

By: Kitty Laios of Kitty J. Laios Real Estate

Hydra is one of the most unspoilt and romantic islands in the Mediterannean. It lies 33 miles south of Athens and four miles off the coast. The town of Hydra is protected by the European Council as a European monument, and no cars are allowed on the island. Due to the strict building code, the island has retained its character and elegance, and is a haven for artists, from Greece and abroad.

This stunning house is more than 200 years old and is restored to perfection. It consists of several houses joined masterfully together, with a private, domed road running through. It lies in Kiaffa, the old city of Hydra and is situated at the top of the natural amphitheatre of the bay of Hydra, offering spectacular views in all directions. It is a beautiful, very spacious house on several levels, decorated in the best of taste, full of important artwork and antiques. Most of the rooms have wooden ceilings, stone floors and most of the bathrooms offer beautiful sea views.

The house has six bedroom suites with private bathrooms, a further bedroom with bathroom, a large living room adjoined by a veranda with views to the harbor of Hydra, a study, two drawing rooms, several courtyards and a garden, open air dining room under a pergola, a swimming pool, sauna and Jacuzzi, private cinema, water purification and pressurization system.

There is multichannel satellite television in all bedrooms and in other spaces. The house has one fully equipped kitchen and cellar for gourmet cooking as well as a kitchenette/bar, to accommodate the pool area.

The distance from the house to the harbor of Hydra is 5 minutes by foot.

By Kitty J. Laios of Kitty J. Laios Real Estate

A fantastic landscape of 5 acres embraces this magnificent Villa in Mykonos, facing the Aegean Sea (only 300m. walk distance from Lemonitra Beach).

The villa is built according to feng shui and fills its guests with a unique feeling of well being and relaxation.

You can reach the cosmopolitan town or the famous beaches of Mykonos in 5-15 minutes by car.

The harmonious composition of stone, old marble and wood create the unique atmosphere of the outdoor area.

The old marble pillar, together with the other marble antiques, dominate the pool area.

The villa consists of four luxury suites built in Cycladic style, each one with its own identity.

Old pieces from the owner's collection and unique works of art add style and character to the Villa.

By Kitty J. Laios of Kitty J. Laios Real Estate

Situated on the shores of Evrotas river and under the watchful eye of Taygetos mountain, Sparta is spread across the valley of the mythical river. One of the most well known ancient Greek towns, modern Sparta is a hospitable place, ready to welcome visitors throughout the year, since the sights and countryside around Sparta, as well as all over the prefecture of Lakonia, are so varied and breathtakingly beautiful, that they attract the interest of tourists all year round.

100kms from Sparta, in the heart of the Myrtoan Sea, and in one of the most unspoiled and beautiful areas of Greece, you come across the picturesque village of Kyparissi, which is in the foothills of Mount Parnonas, and still right on the seaside. Kyparissi has 3 outstanding white pebble beaches, with crystal clear waters, and lush green vegetation.

It is in this area, that this truly outstanding 34000m2 plot of land is for sale, with its own sandy beach and 130m sea façade, offering an absolutely breathtaking vista.

By Kitty J. Laios of Kitty J. Laios Real Estate

The main residence is dated to the early nineteen hundreds and was designed by Andreas Kriezis, a famous Greek architect of the time. The building’s design refers to that of a neoclassical palace. It was originally built as the Hotel Ariadni which operated for fifty five years during which time it was renowned for its Royal balls.

Eighty years onwards, the present owner, a worldwide renowned artist, undertook the total renovation of the palatial building, and invited maestros from Italy, France and England in order to restore the building to its original glamour and beauty. Four years of constant work and hundreds of workers were required for this splendid result.

The residence is composed of two main buildings and is set in beautiful gardens of 5.000m2.

There are four main entrances to the mansions, fully equipped with four guards’ spaces and the most contemporary system of protection with cameras all around the immense high and iron-made fence.

The first residence unfolds over one thousand and seven hundred square meters of living space on four floors. The second residence covers a surface of about two thousand square meters on three floors.

First Floor: Majestic ballroom, main living room, library, study, toy room Ground Floor: Home cinema room (seats 25), bar, sitting room conservatory, dining room, professionally equipped kitchen, staff quarters etc.

2nd Floor: Foyer, master bedroom which is attached to a massage room, a boudoir, the wardrobes, a private study, and the particularly elegant and spacious bathroom. The ceiling of the master bedroom is hand sculptured on wood and gold leaves. There are also a number of other bedrooms.

3rd Floor: Breathtaking Private suite surrounded by glass which opens to a large roof garden with the most wonderful view and absolute privacy.

The garden of the residence is undoubtedly the most beautiful garden among all the gardens of Athens.

There is a lake with fishes and flowers, one swimming pool, two gazebos, one of them made of stone, and a huge covered walkway which surrounds the whole garden. The space is ideal for relaxation, entertainment and receptions. There is a considerable amount of its surface covered with handmade stones with geometrical patterns. The space is full of works of art and important pottery and ceramics from Italy.

PRICE 12.000.000€

By Kitty J. Laios of Kitty J. Laios Real Estate

The Villa is built on the hillside overlooking Super Paradise Beach, just 5 minutes from the airport. The views are across the beach and the adjacent river gorge. Great care has been taken in positioning the villa on the site, in order to enhance the dramatic views. Emphasis has been placed on privacy, concealed access and security.

All the bedrooms have large modern en suite bathrooms. The outside living areas have been carefully designed for living and entertaining in the long hot summer days and cool evenings.

The Villa has been constructed to high specifications using the most modern materials and equipment. VRV air-conditioning and under floor heating is a standard feature. The walls and ceilings are double insulated to ensure cool in summer and warmth in winter.

The large timber windows and doors are double glazed with tropical style shutters. The internal doors are manufactured from solid laminated marine ply with rubber gaskets to ensure excellent sound insulation between rooms.

The finest state of the art sanitary ware and accessories have been used in the spacious bathrooms. The toilets are wall hung with concealed cisterns.

All brassware is by Gessi. Unusual cast aluminum basins and accessories have been custom designed by Ironwood Creations.

The Italian kitchens with their ergonomic design are stylish and modern Flooring surfaces range from timber in the bedrooms, porcelain in the bathrooms and antiquated stone in the living areas.

By Kitty J. Laios of Kitty J. Laios Real Estate

LEGRAINA, Built on a green hill right on the sea and with direct access to two beaches, this stunning 500m2 villa offers the best of modern architecture coupled with a unique view of the Ancient Temple of Poseidon at Sounio and the Aegean Sea.

The villa is set in a 6000m2 plot full of Mediterranean plants, such as vines and olive trees, wonderful external areas, all with beautiful sea views, covered terraces, a swimming pool, bbq, a basketball court (which could be converted into a helipad) and ample parking space. Close to Athens and the airport and yet with the feeling of a luxury seaside resort, this is an ideal home for year round.

The ground floor has two reception areas with fireplaces, a dining room, kitchen, boudoir with wc, 1 master bedroom with dressing room and mezzanine level, a guest room with private bathroom, 565m2 of terraces, a swimming pool with bbq and external bar.

On the lower ground level there are 4 master bedrooms (two with dressing rooms), a spacious living area, kitchen and bar, and terraces. This level also houses a professional kitchen/food preparation area, a laundry room, staff quarters (3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms), as well as a separate dining area with its own kitchen and wc.

There is a wonderful guest house on the property with a living room, kitchen and bedroom with bathroom.

John Brian Losh, the president and CEO of LuxuryRealEstate.com, greets members from World Properties & Investment’s headquarters in Athens, Greece. Enjoy the surprise ending!