Heading north from Athens Centre along Kifissias Avenue, we encounter a series of affluent districts each one with its own distinctive identity.
Psychiko and Filothei suburbs developed during the 1920s for the Athenian aristocracy of the time have been influenced by the architectural style of English garden cities. No wonder why many of the streets here are named after flowers. Besides hosting a significant number of foreign embassies they are also known for their elite private schools: Arsakeio Tositseio School, Moraitis School and Athens College.
Further north Kifisia, Kastri, Kefalari, Ekali, Dionysos and Politia are all idyllic districts developed amongst vast city parks that one feels being in the mountains. As they are slightly elevated from the sea level and in close proximity to the countryside the air is much cleaner and cooler. Their centres are buzzing around vibrant cafes, elegant restaurants and sophisticated boutique shopping malls.
Goulandris Natural History Museum founded in 1964 and villa Kazouli are two of Kifissia’s landmarks housed in imposing neoclassical building. Kifissia’s Park, a unique space that was created in 1885 and features sky-tall trees, wonderful design, a café and playground.
For passionate tennis players, two of Greece’s elite private clubs are based in the northern suburbs. Ekali club and Tatoi club that offers a variety of wellness services and top-class restaurants to their members.
northern pines is situated within one of the most secluded residential settings in athens’ northern suburbs, occupying approximately 7,350 sqm (79,115 sq.ft.) of private grounds surrounded by mature woodland. despite its proximity to the city, the property is defined by a strong connection to the landscape, with open views across forested hillsides towards the mountains and the distant skyline of athens. the scale of the land and the surrounding vegetation create a sense of privacy that remains consistent throughout the estate.
the residence extends across approximately 1,100 sqm (11,840 sq.ft.), arranged primarily on a single level and designed around generous proportions, balanced symmetry and a fluid relationship between the interior spaces and the grounds beyond. natural light enters from multiple orientations throughout the day, while large openings frame views of the surrounding landscape and reinforce the sense of openness that characterises the property.
the principal living areas are arranged to accommodate both formal and informal use, with spacious reception rooms connected through broad openings that allow the house to function as a series of individual spaces or as one continuous environment. the interiors are defined by scale, proportion and natural light rather than decorative excess, creating an atmosphere that feels both substantial and understated. throughout the day, the changing light moves across stone and timber surfaces, subtly alter ing the character of the rooms.
the residence includes four en-suite bedrooms, positioned to maintain privacy while remaining connected to the surrounding grounds. the principal suite occupies its own generous section of the house and enjoys direct access to the gardens. additional accommodation includes a study and a range of supporting spaces integrated discreetly within the overall layout, allowing the primary living areas to remain calm and uncluttered.
the grounds form an integral part of the property. broad lawns, mature planting and established woodland create a landscape that feels more closely associated with a country estate than with a residence located within the metropolitan area of athens. a large swimming pool sits within the gardens, while terraces and outdoor living areas are positioned to engage with the surrounding greenery rather than dominate it. the wider estate also benefits from access to shared facilities including a helipad and extensive protected forest land.
northern pines combines the scale, privacy and natural surroundings of a countryside property with direct access to the capital. defined by its setting, its proportions and its relationship to the landscape, it presents a rare balance between seclusion and connectivity. as evening settles across the grounds, the surrounding woodland becomes the dominant presence, creating a sense of quiet that feels far removed from the city beyond.
eligible for both the greek golden visa program and the greek non-dom program.
