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Sustainable Travel
Take Only Pictures, Leave Nothing but Footprints!
If you care about the future of our planet and the impact we all have as humans on our global home, you should consider also sustainable travel.
We have been pioneers in featuring since our beginnings in 1999 houses and homes that may at times « lack » modern, energy and water consuming amenities, but still offer an authentic travel experience, with a low carbon footprint.
To-date, in our Sustainable Villa Portfolio you will find villas and houses whose managers and owners have made an extra effort to have an ecological vision for tomorrow’s world, featuring a number of these policies:
Use less energy by
• using energy-saving LED lamps all over the property
• not having air-condition and promoting bio-climatic cooling or fans only
• if they do have a/c, that they are at least a type A+++, indicating high energy savings
• have automation to stop a/c operation when guests are not in room and/or limit hi&lo temperatures
• reduce exterior outside lighting to reduce light pollution and nocturnal wildlife protection
• promote in their operations lower energy consumption (less laundry, ironing, etc)
• use solar panels or renewable energy sources
Use less water
• do not have water and energy devouring pools
• future energy saving devices on taps and showers
• have pools that use recycled sea water
• encourage fewer linen and towel washings
• recycle waste water fro secondary use (grey water)
• have in effect policies that conserve water
• collect rain water and not drain aquifers or use energy to produce water
Reduce waste
• recycle plastic, paper, aluminum, metal
• re-use/re-cycle worn towels/sheets
• not use single-use plastic cosmetic and other packaging
• encourage fewer linen and towel washings which dump massive detergent amounts into waterways and cause eutrophism
• do not have pools that contain dangerous / toxic chemicals for the marine and terrestrial environment
Respect the environment
• architecture that is bio-climatic
• architecture that uses local, natural materials
• architecture that embeds itself seamlessly in the natural surroundings
• architecture that is traditional by nature
• respect animals and plants of the area
• grow gardens with plants adapted to the environment using less water and fertilizers
• respect the maritime and beach environment w/o invasive action
• reduce carbon foot print of materials and people traveling to support your stay
Help local communities by sourcing locally
• source staff locally and not have to travel for miles
• source food locally to support local economy/communities, farm-to-table principle applied
• be an integral part of the local community and economy
• ethically source goods from certified producers may feature relevant eco-friendly certification from acclaimed organizations
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Unique Experiences
Find the Ulysses in you!
More and more travelers seek unique experiences during their vacation. Greece is an amazing destination that can offer it all! If you know the right people, that is...
Whether you want to combine your Greek villa experience with a gourmet dining from a top chef or at a Michelin-starred restaurant, a kayak tour of an island, a mountain trek with a private guide, kite-surfing in Elafonissos, wind-surfing in Santa Maria Paros, diving at the mecca of all wrecks in Kea-tzia, rock-climbing in Kalymnos, a marble carving workshop in Tinos, a pottery making class in Sifnos, a photography tour of Athens, monastery hopping in Metora or Mt Athos, a winery visit at Greece's famous vineyards with your feet in the vat stomping grapes or a private romantic luxury sunset dinner on Aspronissi watching the sunset paint Santorini orange, our Concierge Team is ready to set it up for you!
No experience is totally impossible for us, name it and we will do our best to make it happen! Just inquire!
Foodie
Greek Cuisine needs no introduction: it already has its fan club who know that it is more than souvlaki, gyro and Greek salad with feta. New Greek gastronomy offers a diversity of fine Greek food with organic/bio materials or a fusion with other cuisines of the world, borrowing materials or techniques. Our local Concierges can point you in the right direction and make your booking, from the gourmet Michelin star, to the beachfront quintessential authentic Greek taverna.
Cook Courses
Many internationally acclaimed Greek Chefs offer courses, one may be near the villa where you re staying. Or you can make a point of attending the course and staying at one of our villas nearby so you can practice your skills in your own kitchen pronto!
Oenology
With a 3000 year history in wine making and many internationally renowned wineries and grape varieties, you do not need to be a pro to appreciate a good glass of wine in Greece. Whether you will simply visit the winery or get in the vat to get your feet wet to stomp on the grapes, we offer wine tours in wine making zones around Greece for all levels: from the simple to the connoisseur.
Walking Tours
Take your walking stick out! Whether for urban explorations to see graffiti or for nature escapes to spot Aegean ospreys, we offer many walking tours, from simple to strenuous, the best way to feel the energy of the place you are visiting.
Sports
Need for adrenaline? Many land and water sports are available and packages may be organized.
Diving
In Greece you have it all: sunny skies, clear waters, and lots of sea to see! At select locations, we can arrange packages at preferential pricing for the novice to get basic certification (PADI) to the pro for wreck or cave diving. Note that certification packages require usually 5-7 days daily in and out of water training.
Fishing
Whether from land, on a boat or in the sea, fishing is definitely not simply a past-time for many Greeks, a passion, a way-of-life. If you share the passion, you can have Greek fishing experience with local professional fishermen, show the techniques, share their boat and enjoy together a nice catch. Fish responsibly!
Cycling
Greece with its mountains and slopes is an ideal training ground for both pro or vocational cyclist. Whether you envision a simple stroll or a full multiple-day event, we work with some of the most reliable bike touring companies that provide top equipment and years of know-how.
Trekking
Greece has many beauties to hide, from the marked paths in the Cyclades islands to the mountain climbs in Epirus or Mount Olympos. We work with experienced trekking companies in many areas of Greece that can meet your interests and skills, on foot, by rib, canoe, kayak, bicycle or by 4x4 we will get you there.
Photography
Breathtaking scenery and beauty, unique quality of light year-round and warm hospitable people, make Greece are unprecedented worldwide photography destination. Join one of our pro photographers’ workshops and/or tours, you will certainly come back home with the best shots and with some good life-time friends.
Religious Pilgrimage
The crossroad of many religions, Greece is the ideal point to explore the history of religion. 100s of years old monasteries, churches, convents, mosques with hidden art treasures of all eras form a mystical puzzle, through which you can trace the steps of many leading figures of Christian, Jewish and Islamic religions. We offer custom tours to iconic monasteries and churches as the ones in Tinos, Patmos, Soumela, Agion Oros and other important religious landmarks (e.g. Corinth) that dot the Greek map.
Historic/Archeology
For history buffs, you are in heaven! 5000 years of it and a museum in every village! If you want a personalized, non-standard, in-depth tour, our professional tour guides can fill you in all the details in most major sites in Greece.
Romantic
Whether a romantic candlelight gourmet dinner for two, a picnic alone on a remote island beach or an intimate evening in the sap with champagne, we can arrange all! Try us!
Children & Family
Combine your stay with activities that will keep your little ones interested and busy, so that everybody comes back home happy!
Group, custom & adventure tours
Need an insider view of Athens, a tour fo the Acropolis in your native language, a ticket to the theatre of Epidaurus to watch Ancient Greek tragedy or a visit the Monasteries of Mani and Mystras on a Byzantine route? Need to go kite surfing or seakayaking in the Aegean?
Depending on the locaiton of your rental villa, our local concierges and partners may offer exciting options like birdwatching tours in Andros, a sunset cruise in Santorini, cooking lessons in Aglaia’s bio farming Kea, off the beaten track walking tours on antique cobblestone paths of Santorini or a romantic sunset private picnic for two, on a small island facing Santorini caldera!
Our E-concierge partners use state-of-the-art technology and ground teams to provide you with up-to-date, continuous, on-line, insider, local information wherever you are, whether you are visitng a historical site or if looking for the best, restaurant, bar, etc wherever you are
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Custom Travel Planning
Experience Greece your way!
Not all trips fit in a "package" and maybe you want yours to fit to your own personal, companion's, family's, group's interests, needs, budget.
We have the know-how and an experienced Team of consultants to help you combine top villa & house accommodation in Greece with a number of services and experiences, a one-stop-shop.
It is as easy as 1-2-3:
1. choose your favorite vacation house or villa with Greek Villas 4 Rent and book it.
2. contact our FIT Travel experts at
and tell us how you imagine your travel and stay in Greece, your own interests and needs
3. get from our experts for FREE a full proposed schedule of support services, activities and their relevant costs
Thats easy! All you have to do is book your travel to Greece, we will do the rest!
Contact our experienced travel planning professionals for a customized greek experience
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Concierge Services
Ultimate Greek Filoxenia!
(service available only to GV4R registered guests)
Villa Services
(extra charges may apply)
Extra House-keeping
Our villas include in their price varying levels of housekeeping -house cleaning, sheets & towels and changing them- depending on service level. If you feel you need more housekeeping, we can arrange in advance for you. Ask our Concierge!
Pantry - Fridge
Pre-stocking
Want to come to the comfort of a full fridge and pantry? Our Concierges will gladly supply you with fresh local products according to the shopping list you send us. This service is also available during your stay. Ask our Concierge!
Breakfast
As Greek Law forbids the serving of breakfast in most villas, we can arrange for a self- served delicious breakfast basket full of local breads, jams, butter, juices, cheeses, eggs, etc to be delivered daily to your villa daily and you can prepare your own. Ask our Concierge!
In-House
Chef / Cook
Many vacationers would like to enjoy meals in the privacy of their villa. Cooks or chefs of all levels and types or types cuisines on a weekly basis are available, along with a server/dishwasher to pick up after the meal. Pre-booking a must.
BBQ night
In select villas that feature a BBQ, a grill alfresco dining can be arranged under the stars for you. Ask our Concierge!
Child-sitter
A night out on town? Many villas offer child-siting services for all ages, do not leave for las minute though. Pre-booking advised in peak periods.
Personal trainer
Certified personal trainers and state-of-the-art fitness equipment are available in many of our villas and destinations. Pre-booking a must.
Yoga Instructor
Enjoy the tranquillity of your villa to the max: passionate yoga instructors are available in many of our villas and destinations. Pre-booking a must.
Hairdresser
OWhether you want a change of style or the latest in hair fashion for your outing - event - wedding, we work with numerous experienced hair stylists, ready to reveal the new self in you! Some « extremity care » will add pizzaz to your beach and evening sandal wearing. Pre-booking advised in peak periods.
Personal Butler
Travel in style: in select villas we can supply VIP visitors with a dedicated butler. Our collaboration with the Athens Butlers’ Academy assures seasoned staff of international specifications and experience. Pre-booking absolutely a must.
Transfers & Transportation
Airport / Port
transfers
Our villa prices do not include the transfer from your airport or port of arrival. If you need a ride, we can arrange either taxi, private limousine or luxury van (in select destinations). Pre-booking is required.
Car rental
Want to explore every corner, peruse, be free? Many villas are remote so you will need “wheels” if not to explore for everyday shopping. We work with major local car agencies that will bring the car to your point of arrival and that can provide any car rental category or type and most-importantly, support it at your destination, should problems arise.
Mini Bus /
Luxury Van
Too many in the group or family? Packed a bit ...”light” too? A van or mini bus may be the ideal solution to your transportation needs. 6-12 seaters for rent. Now, if you want to go in style, 4-6 seater super luxury vans so the champagne does not go warm until you hit the villa pool. Pre-booking absolutely a must.
Luxury
Car rental
You want to travel in style, we have the right “wheels” for you: brand name sports cars, sedans and SUVs to make an entry with a “bang”!
Sailing Boat Rentals
Greece=Sea=Sailing! If you are part of this equation too, we work with several boat brokers and propose our STAY & SAIL package to enjoy the best of Greece: on-land luxury living and daily sailing. Captain’s valid license a must or you can hire a skipper.
RIB (Zodiac) Rentals
Use your villa as your pirate cove to cruise the waves or go beach exploring and island-hoping like a busy bee. Boat may be delivered to your villa or you can drive it yourself. A valid maritime speedboat is required. Pre-booking mandatory!
Luxury Cruiser
Rentals
Choose one of our “Yacht-Friendly” villas and combine the comfort and luxury of one of our Elite or Hidden Beauties villas with the life on-board anything from a motor-ship to luxury super-yacht, a natural extension to your bespoke vacation. We work with international yacht brokers with impressive fleets to make this vacation work seamlessly. Pre-Booking mandatory.
Private cruises
Whether short or long, whether romantic or shared with a wedding or bachelor party, private cruises are definitely an intimate way to see both your friends and Greece. We can arrange at select locations, regardless of party size, please inquire.
Helicopter &
Airplane rental
If you cannot wait to get into that sea or pool, our aviation partner is one of the most safe and reliable operators in the Eastern Mediterranean with a fleet of helicopters and airplanes to take you or bring you to Greece in a jiffy from anywhere in the world. Pre-booking mandatory.
Staying in Athens
Accommodation
We can provide you with accommodation in the Athens area, whether the center in luxury apartments or the Athenian Riviera in our villas. Ask our Concierge!
Transfers
Whether you need a simple ride from the airport or a day-long private tour down the Athens Riviera to the Temple of Poseidon to view the sunset, we can pre-book your transfer. Ask our Concierge!
Walks
Walk Europe's oldest capital and discover corners and experiences you never knew were there! We offer from general interest tours to highly specialized thematic with experts in their field as tour guides: foodie, architecture, art, music, photography, archeology, religious. If more than 4, you can have in many case your own private tour. Ask our Concierge!
Daily tours
On foot, on bike, on scooter, we can show you the best of Athens. Just let us know what interests you. Ask our Concierge!
Other Activities
Numerous other activities are available in Athens: daily sailing trips in the Saronic Golf, diving, music, art exhibits. Can also arrange daily tours to Delphi and other important archeological (eg Delphi) or natural wonder (Meteora) sites. Ask our Concierge!
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Enjoy our travel services
during your staying in Greece
Whether you are seeking something common like a rental car or a night in Athens or something more esoteric like Aegean yellow tuna fishing and on-the-boat carpaccio with washabi sauce, we are here to help you find it!
Our Concierge Services will make your villa stay more comfortable and customize it to your own needs. Our Custom Travel planners will help you plan your trip to Greece around our villa portfolio and your own interests. Our Experiences Team will organize unique activities to match your travel style and hobbies and if you really care about the Big Blue planet, we can help you organize a sustainable trip to Greece.
Concierge Services
Ultimate Greek
Philoxenia!
We want to make you feel at home, like our ancestors traditionally did, offer you the true hospitality (filoxenia) you deserve and Greece is famous for!
Along with the best accommodation, comes the most intimate local knowledge: we have all of the locals' tips for you, from where to eat, where to drink, when and what to visit, all for free!
Custom Travel Planning
Experience Greece
your way!
Our experienced FIT travel consultants can organize custom trips that fit your travel need, interests and budget. Allow us to show you the Greece that we know too well and interests you.
Unique Experiences
Find the Ulysses
in you!
More and more travelers seek unique travel experiences during their vacation. Greece is an amazing destination that can offer it all! If you know the right people, that is, of course...
Sustainable Travel
Take pictures,
leave footprints!
If you care about the future of our planet and the impact we all have as humans on our global home, you should consider also sustainable travel. We have been pioneers in featuring since our beginnings in 1999 houses and homes with a low carbon footprint.
