Apartment

Artistic Hideaway in Kolonaki

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Room
Room
Small tile bathroom
Kitchen
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 586 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Athens, Attica
  • Mount Lycabettus
    2 min walk
  • Hellenic Parliament
    9 min walk
  • Ermou Street
    12 min walk
  • Athens (ATH-Eleftherios Venizelos)
    39 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

Artistic Hideaway in Kolonaki

Situated within the heart of Kolonaki, the most exclusive residential quarter of Athens, this comfortable 82 m2 apartment, is perfect for a long or short stay in Athens. The location is very convenient as it is close to the metro and also a short walking distance to many attractions. Although the apartment is in the centre of Athens, it is very quiet. It is decorated with the owner's exclusive artwork, and has everything you will need to feel at home. The kitchen is more that well equipped for preparing food, alternatively there are plenty of restaurants, bars and cafes around.

The apartment:
This renovated 50's apartment comprises of a cozy living room with hand made pillows, a vibrant fully equiped modern kitchen in red and black, a comfortable dining-room , a turquoise small-tile bathroom, two relaxing bedrooms: a dark pink vintage one with an antique double bed and a turquoise one with a modern fresh feel. An oasis of plants in the balcony offers a hug in the end of the day.

Kolonaki
It is the most chic neighbourhood of Athens, one of the liveliest and safest, sheltering wealthy Greeks and foreign Embassies. Glamorous socialites frequent the fashionable cafes, bars, trendy restaurants, ouzeries, tavernas, chic boutiques, art galleries and designer stores. Small parks, pedestrian streets and the pine-covered slopes of Lycabettus Hill also make Kolonaki a lovely area to experience on foot at any hour of the day or night.

In the neighbourhood:
Supermarkets, dry cleaning, bakeries, butcher shops, pharmacies, banks are just a stroll from the apartment. Every Friday, the Farmer's market down Xenokratous street is full of local produce.
Just across the Square, an Open air Cinema and a very nice café are well worth a visit.

The area:
Walking distance attractions not to be missed:
• Benaki Museum, one of the finest private collections in the country inside a preserved neoclassical manor house (5 min)
• Goulandris Museum of Cycladic Art, to admire the Cycladic Art of the 3rd millennium BC. (5 min)
• Acropolis Museum / Acropolis ( 24 min / 30 min, or 2 stations by metro). Stunning!!! Don’t miss the restaurant on the 2nd floor of the Museum, with panoramic views of the Acropolis
• Museum of Ancient Greek Technology (10 min)
• Byzantine Museum (10 min)
• National Gallery the collections of which comprise more than 16,000 works of painting, sculpture, engraving and other forms of art (15 min)
• War Museum (10 min)
• Concert Hall (Megaro Mousikis) to enjoy a classical concert (15 min)
• Numismatic Museum. Hosted in an impressively decorated building, designed by the german architect Ernst Ziller in 1878 as the residence of the Schliemann family. Its name, meaning the «Palace of Troy», was associated with the discovery of the ancient city by Heinrich Schliemann. (10 min)
• Syntagma Square, home to the Greek Parliament (11 min)
• Monastiraki flea market (20 min, or 2 stations by metro)
• Plaka, the picturesque old historical neighbourhood of Athens, clustered around the slopes of the Acropolis (15 min)
• Thisio (30 min, or 3 stations by metro+train) to walk through ancient Agora and visit the Temple of Hephaestus
• Lycabettus Hill, the highest point in Athens that gives a 360 degree spectacular view of the whole city! : Take the funicular (10 min) or walk up (20 min) to the St.George Church to enjoy breathtaking views of Athens. Lycabettus Theater on the top hosts various performances during the summer months

Property manager

Sofia Balanou
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Greek

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
You are welcome to smoke in the balcony
Make sure you turn off the air conditions when you leave the house.
It takes 10 min. for the water to heat for a shower, 20 min for two showers. Please remember to turn it off afterwards.
Do water the plants in the balcony!

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 00000362005

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Athens

Athens City Centre, a neighbourhood in Athens, is home to this apartment. Acropolis and Parthenon are notable landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port of Piraeus and Alimos Marina. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Panathenaic Stadium or Spyros Louis Olympic Stadium. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking.
Map
Athens, Attica

What's nearby

  • Ermou Street - 12 min walk
  • Syntagma Square - 12 min walk
  • Acropolis Museum - 4 min drive
  • Acropolis - 8 min drive
  • Parthenon - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Aristippou Station - 5 min walk
  • Moschato-Tavros Rouf Station - 15 min drive
  • Athens (ATH-Eleftherios Venizelos) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zurbaran - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Δεξαμενη - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Πράσινη Τέντα - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Brunello - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Lykovrisi Athens - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Artistic Hideaway in Kolonaki pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Artistic Hideaway in Kolonaki ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Artistic Hideaway in Kolonaki ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Artistic Hideaway in Kolonaki located?

Located in Athens City Centre, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Mount Lycabettus, Syntagma Square and Ermou Street. Acropolis and Temple of Olympian Zeus are also within 1 mile (2 km). Aristippou Station is only a 5-minute walk and Evangelismos Station is 8 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

YOLANDE E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful Athens stay
This was a terrific place to base ourselves for our stay in Athens. Great location, very comfortable apartment, superb balcony overlooking the local neighbourhood. Eateries, market, walk to Syntagma Square : all round a fabulous introduction to our holiday in Greece.

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ideal Apartment in Great Location
My wife and I enjoyed a perfect five night stay in this comfortable, beautifully decorated, and well-equipped apartment in a fascinating upscale neighborhood. Great base for visiting the sites in Athens with metro stops a ten minute walk away. It is an uphill walk back to the apartment but taxis are plentiful and reasonably priced. Restaurants and other services nearby. Sofia is an outstanding host with great recommendations for what to do locally and guides for using the apartment.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
Ms Sofia welcomed us with a warm smile and a wonderful cake. The apartment was very clean and plenty of bedsheets, blankets and towels. The washer and drier worked very well and there was a supply of detergent. In the kitchen we found plenty of dinnerware, silverware, utensils and appliances. Like I said: Home away from home!
Stayed 28 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home away from home was Awesome!
I cannot say enough about how amazing this place was. If we ever make back here this is the place to stay. Great location, reasonable price, beautifully decorated, provided all the amenities you could imagine and super host Sofia. Thank you! The Foerster family
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Casey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful time in Athens
The apartment was wonderful full of personal touches and beautiful artwork. Sofia could not have been more hospitable and helpful - very easy check in and she even had hand made desserts to welcome us. The apartment is in the absolute best area of Athens and was quiet and comfortable. I highly recommend this apartment!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great place to stay
This is a beautiful property. Very comfortable and fully equipped apartment. There is a lovely balcony to have your breakfast each morning. The location is excellent. There is a lovely place to eat in the evening - literally moments from your door step. We went there each night to have a light dinner and soak up the atmosphere. The property is close to the sites- 30 mins walk to the acropolis and 15 mins walk to lots of museums. However the property is an upward walk from the centre so may need to use a taxi on the way back if walking and heat is a problem. Sofia, the property owner, made us feel very welcomed. They gave us a tour of the property and help us to familiarise ourselves with the property. I would strongly recommend booking this property when in Athens.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
My stay in Sofia’s beautiful home was wonderful! Everything was perfect, and Sofia has it so we’ll supplied, it felt like staying at a very thoughtful friend’s house!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Halina R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place to stay
We liked this place, it is clean and equipped with everything you need to have a comfortable vacation. Great location. Sofia, the host is so friendly and helpful. I highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Definitely recommend
The apartment was just as presented I felt safe and enjoyed my stay for the week I would definitely recommend this vrbo to friends and family!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 stars rating - excellent place to stay
The apartment is exactly as advertised. It is clean, comfortable and well-equipped. Thank you so much for your welcome, Sofia, and also for your flexibility with check-out on our departure day. We have really appreciated that! The apartment location is ideal for visiting Athens. Literally every major sight is easy walking distance, alternatively, 2 metro stations can be reached in 10-15 minutes. There are dozens of restaurants in the area, we would like to point one that is just around the corner, simple outside dining bistro style, the food and service are great. Be patient waiting for a table, the place is very crowded and appreciated by locals; it is worth the wait. Look for Dexameni restaurant. We have liked the apartment itself, the bedrooms are spacious which is a real plus. You may get some street noise in the living-room and on the balcony but both bedrooms face the interior of building and are very quiet. All equipment was very clean and working fine! To summarize: this apartment has everything a short term rental needs for a successful weekend abroad and we recommend it highly.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Again, wonderful
It was fantastic! Thanks so much for the cookies!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It's entirely cozy
The stay was all good; it was in a good location, clean, described accurately, communication with Sophia was great, etc. She has quirky-but-good decor, including some of her mother's drawings, other people's ceramics, and her own paintings. Also, thanks so much for the sweet bread!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Giuliana L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ottimo appartamento nel centro bello di Atene
La casa è molto carina e curata, molto equipaggiata e rifinita nei particolari. L’accoglienza è stata molto piacevole e abbiamo potuto lasciare le valige per qualche ora il giorno della partenza. La collocazione è eccezionale, vicinissima alla metropolitana e a distanza a piedi da tutti o quasi i principali siti. La consiglio assolutamente
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Athens
All in all as advertised. Clean, pleasant, functional apartment and in good neighborhood. Would recommend. Bit of a walk to metros, but not bad. Good dining options. Five stars all around.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyce K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sofia’s lovely haven
Our family of 5 loved Sofia and her beautiful apartment We were tucked away in a neighborhood where we could immerse ourselves with the locals and their ways:) We were close to the metro and key sites. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Favorite place to stay
This Apartment is welcoming, beautifully appointed, fully equipped with the necessities & replete with Sofia's family history. You will find yourself in real Athens! That's a great treatl Cheerio, Sarah
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Abundant Artistic Hideaway
The flat was generously furnished and equipped. The Art added an extra dimension to the colorful interior design. Loved the lush greenery on the balcony . Comfortable bed and quiet. Very convenient to shops and market.
Stayed 24 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beverly W., Venice

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All the Conveniences of Home!
I enjoyed my stay here and Sofia was a wonderful host. I was particularly impressed with all the kitchen utensils and other amenities--didn't need anything else! Kolonaki is a great neighborhood. This apartment is on a little hill so be prepared to do a little hike from the nearest metro which is about 15 minutes away. Lovely Stay.
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diana R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent apartment in Kolonaki!
What a wonderful place to stay! From start to finish, Sofia was an excellent host. The apartment is exactly as shown in the photos, and no need is overlooked. We found many little extras around the apartment, like a sewing kit, band-aids, and pantry items. Sofia put a lot of thought and love into this quiet haven tucked into a leafy neighborhood. Everything was spotless and in perfect condition. The air conditioning and wifi are both top-notch. The only thing I can say that may be an issue for anyone with a scent allergy or aversion is the cleaning products used were scented and lingered for a while. I did not mind the scent, but others may, sp request unscented cleaning products between guests if that is a concern. Do not hesitate to stay at Sofia's place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott Allen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Athens - Artistic Hideaway in Kolonaki
The property was clean, well-managed, and in a neighborhood with a variety restaurants and shops. Sofia, the property manager, was great. She kept in contact prior to and during our stay, provided a lot information about the area, and made us feel right at home. Our group included myself, my wife, our two daughters, and a family friend. We all enjoyed the trip and felt the property was one of the main reasons for our joy - it had everything we could need in an apartment. We highly recommend this listing. Thank you again, Sofia!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aftyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Better than staying in a hotel!
My husband and I stayed here and we are of the opinion that Sofia's home is better than anywhere else in the city! We were within walking distance of everything we wanted to see, it was clean and well-kept, and the owners were fantastic! They met us personally at check-in and Sofia baked us a cake to welcome us and gave us recommendations of things to do in the area. The home was in a safe neighborhood, it was spacious and everything we needed (or could have wanted) was provided.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

teresa h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superb Apartment
I stayed in the lovely apartment in 2016 and was excited to be able to rent it again, It is beautiful, comfortable, and well-located. Sofia is a perfect host. We had a wonderful time and want to come again, This is one of my all time favorite places to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love Athens
Mit einer Freundin zusammen habe ich dieses Appartement 5 Tage bewohnt. Die Wohnung von Sofia war sehr sauber, liebevoll und vollständig eingerichtet, es fehlt an nichts. Der Empfang durch Sofia und ihren Ehemann äusserst angenehm und unkompliziert, inkl. einer Schale Obst als Willkommensgruss. Sofia war auch stets erreichbar. Ruhige Lage in einem eher noblen Quartier. Zu Fuss sind die wichtigsten Sehenswürdigkeiten in 10 bis 20 Min. erreichbar. Gerne empfehlen wir dieses Appartement weiter. Heidi und Karin aus Zürich und Aarau / Schweiz
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa C., Clarksville, Tennessee, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house and location
My husband and I stayed twice at this lovely and comfortable apartment located in a great neighborhood of Athens. Both times, our expectations were fully met. The place is equipped with all the amenities required for a calm, enjoyable, and quiet stay. It is also near many sites and walking distance from the Parthenon and museums. The owner has been very good to us. We feel lucky to have stayed in her apartment.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Teresa C., Clarksville, Tennessee, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful apartment
We were delighted with the apartment, which is very beautiful and done with taste. All creature comforts were provided, and the owner was very solicitous of us and very kind. The area is great and walking distance from many sites. We felt at home and we recommend it to other travelers.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

About the host

Hosted by Sofia Balanou

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I am a graphic designer and an artistic pillow designer. You can see my artwork around the house.

Why they chose this property

There is so much to see and so little time!

What makes this property unique

Comfort in style

Languages:

English, French, Greek

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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