porto heli is a little known area to outsiders even though it’s just a couple of hours drive from athens or a few hours by yacht. exclusiveness is its hallmark and, although on first sight it looks just like any other small greek coastal town, if you dig a little deeper you will discover that it is actually an area full of stately hillside mansions and very private beaches that usually come with their own super yacht jetties.
known endearingly as the riviera of the peloponnese, it’s not difficult to understand why. the late former king of greece, constantine ii, had an impressive palm-shaded property there. its stunning natural harbour and protected cove offers crystalline waters, lovely pine-clad hillsides and pretty fishing boat vistas. the small hamlets of aghios aimilianos, ververontas and costa are the privé playgrounds of the kind of mega rich who don’t need to draw attention to themselves. luxury resorts sit in the wings, such as amanzoe in kranidi, a fabulous escape for jet setters seeking solace for all the senses, while the trendy nikki beach offers miami style vacations to affluent european sun seekers with mediterranean trimmings.
you can jump on a water taxi to the cosmopolitan island of spetses which sits just opposite, and step back in time to the elegant past of the belle époque, with its horse-drawn carriages, captain’s mansions and french riviera feel. otherwise, speed over to the charismatic island of hydra, where artists like leonard cohen found their creative juices running and so decided to take up permanent residence there it’s all oh-so-positano and the beauty of it is that you can zip from one stunning location to another and still be back home for dinner, whether that be a selection of the finest seafood on a waterfront taverna or a discreet dinner on your moored pleasure yacht.
Overlooking the tranquil waters of Kouverta Bay, this 255 m² coastal home on the Ermioni peninsula blends effortless comfort with sweeping island views to Hydra and Dokos. Designed across two independent levels, it’s ideal for hosting family and friends or enjoying complete privacy between floors.
At upper garden level, a bright 150 m² residence offers four bedrooms and two bathrooms — one with a walk-in Italian shower, the other with a bathtub — complemented by a separate guest cloakroom designed with refined contemporary fixtures. The living room with fireplace and a fully fitted kitchen open onto a sea-facing terrace, the perfect setting for long lunches and sunset dinners.
A home that invites you to pause and enjoy the quiet luxury of living by the sea.
Below, the 105 m² self-contained apartment creates a superb guest suite or leisure space, featuring a sleek bathroom with Italian shower and Japanese toilet, a fully equipped kitchen corner, and a lounge with giant screen and video games—made for movie nights after the beach.
Set within 2,000 m² of wooded grounds dotted with twelve olive trees that yield excellent oil, the property enjoys direct access to the shore—morning swims are irresistible. Practicality matches charm: there is a spacious garage and a secondary garage for storage or small craft.
Beautifully furnished and decorated with quality pieces and antiques, the house is offered turnkey—ready to move in and start living the gentle rhythm of the Peloponnese.
