Temple of Poseidon, Sounion
Fifteen minutes by car. Go late in the afternoon and stay for the sunset.
Cape Villa
A house on the edge of the cape at Lavrio, twenty metres from the sea, with its own pool and room for thirteen.
- 13guests
- 6bedrooms
- 3½bathrooms
- 20 mto the sea
- 35′from Athens airport
- 9 kmto Cape Sounion
A beachfront villa near Sounio, an hour from Athens
A bright, contemporary house on three levels above the water at Pounta Zeza, just outside Lavrio.
The pool runs to the edge of the terrace and drops into the view across to Makronisos. Lavrio's tavernas and shops are five minutes by car, the sandy beach at Panormos three.
With six bedrooms on three floors and a separate suite, large families and groups of friends can be together without being on top of each other.
The house, floor by floor
Three levels, each with its own bathroom. The higher you go, the wider the view.
Second floor
Three bedrooms, bathroom with tubA double with a bay window over the sea, a twin room, and a single with a desk and its own shower room.
First floor
The suiteOne open suite across the whole floor: a raised double bed, a lounge with a sofa bed and TV, a jacuzzi bath, and a balcony straight out to sea.
Ground floor
Living room, kitchen, two bedroomsThe living room and kitchen run the length of the house and open onto the pool terrace. Two bedrooms and a bathroom sit at the back, one with doors straight out to the pool.
Outside
Pool, jacuzzi, garage by the seaAn overflow pool with sunloungers at the front, a dining table and a small jacuzzi pool on the back patio, a gas barbecue and an outdoor shower. Down in the garage by the water are two kayaks and snorkelling gear.
Sea level, twenty metres from the terrace
Sleeping arrangements
| Floor | Bedroom | Beds | Sleeps |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ground | Pool-side double | 1 double | 2 |
| Ground | Twin room | 2 singles | 2 |
| First | Master suite | 1 double, 1 sofa bed | 4 |
| Second | Sea-view double | 1 double | 2 |
| Second | Twin room | 2 singles | 2 |
| Second | Single room | 1 single | 1 |
| Total | 9 beds | 13 |
Air conditioning in every bedroom. Linen and towels included, changed weekly.
Photos
What's in the house
Outside
- Overflow pool with sea view, heated in spring and autumn
- Heated jacuzzi pool on the back patio
- Gas barbecue with lava stones
- Outdoor shower
- Two kayaks and snorkelling gear
- Bluetooth speakers by the pool
Inside
- Air conditioning in every bedroom
- Heating and a fireplace for winter stays
- Smart TVs with Netflix (55″, 43″ 4K, 42″ 4K)
- PlayStation 4
- Fast Wi-Fi throughout
- Jacuzzi bath in the master suite
- Safe, hair dryers, toiletries
Practical
- Private parking in front of the house
- Free EV charger in the garage
- Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher
- Illy espresso machine with capsules
- Weekly cleaning and linen change, more on request
- We welcome you in person on arrival
The area around the cape
At Pounta Zeza on the southeastern tip of Attica, between the port town of Lavrio and Cape Sounion.
- Panormos (Pountazeza) beach3 min drive
- Olympic Marina2 km
- Lavrio town and ferry port5 min drive
- Temple of Poseidon, Cape Sounion9 km
- Athens International Airport35 min drive
- Athens city centre50 min drive
Sights
Lavrio
A port town built on ancient silver mines, with two small museums and fish tavernas on the harbour.
Ancient theatre of Thorikos
One of the oldest theatres in Greece, usually quiet, with a view over the bay.
Beaches
Panormos (Pountazeza)
Three minutes away. A long sandy beach with trees for shade and a small café. Busier at weekends.
Along the Sounion coast
Legrena, Charakas, Kape and Mavro Lithari are all within half an hour, from sandy coves to rocks with clear water for snorkelling.
On the water
Kayaks from the garage
Paddle along the cape on calm mornings. Fins and masks are there too.
Olympic Marina
Two kilometres away, with sailing and motor boat charters for a day around Sounion or across to the islands.
Day trips
Kea and Kythnos
Ferries from Lavrio reach Kea in about an hour, with Kythnos a little further.
Athens
The Acropolis is under an hour by car, with Lake Vouliagmeni on the way.
4.87out of 5 on Airbnb
256 reviews, Superhost
256 reviews, Superhost
What guests say
Communication5.0
Accuracy4.9
Check-in4.9
Location4.8
Value4.8
Cleanliness4.7
Also rated 4.8 out of 5 from 82 reviews on Google. Read the reviews on Airbnb
How booking works
Book online with a 30% deposit. Payment runs on Stripe's secure checkout and your confirmation arrives by email, usually within minutes.
- Choose your datesLive availability and the exact price, with no booking fees.
- Pay the deposit on Stripe30% now. Your card details go to Stripe, never to us.
- Get your confirmationBy email, usually within minutes. If we can't confirm, the payment is released and you pay nothing.
- Pay the rest before arrivalWe email a secure Stripe link 30 days before check-in. Booking closer than that, you pay the full amount now.
Questions before you book? Write to info@capevilla.gr or call +30 694 160 0695. Prefer Airbnb? The villa is listed there too.
Questions
How far is Cape Villa from Athens airport?
About 35 minutes by car. Athens city centre is about 50 minutes away.
Is the villa on the beach?
The house sits on the edge of the cape, about 20 metres from the sea. The nearest sandy beach, Panormos, is a three-minute drive.
Is the pool heated?
In spring and autumn, roughly mid-April to May and mid-September to October, weather permitting. The jacuzzi pool on the back patio is heated then too. The pool is not heated in winter.
Is the house warm in winter?
Yes. The house has heating throughout and a fireplace in the living room.
How many people can stay?
Up to 13 guests in six bedrooms: two doubles, two twin rooms, a single, and the master suite with a double bed and a sofa bed.
How does paying work when I book direct?
By card on Stripe's secure checkout: 30% now to book, and the rest 30 days before arrival. We confirm by email, usually within minutes. If we can't, the payment is released and you are not charged.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in from 15:00 and check-out by 11:00. We meet you at the house to hand over the keys.
Can we use the kayaks?
Yes. Two kayaks, paddles and snorkelling gear are in the garage by the water, free for guests in calm weather.
Is there parking and EV charging?
Yes. Private parking in front of the house and a free EV charger in the garage.
What if I need to cancel?
You can cancel free of charge within 24 hours of booking, if check-in is at least 7 days away. Up to 15 days before check-in we keep 50% of the total price, and if you have only paid the deposit, we keep the deposit. Less than 15 days before check-in there is no refund. Read the full cancellation policy.