The name of this new (2024) and rather chic little house translates from Greek as ‘forest land’, which is a spot-on description for its charming and peaceful location near Lakka at the northern tip of the island. The cottage is built from the beautiful, honey-hued stone that’s so typical of Paxos, lending a timeless and traditional feel. Once inside however, you’ll find a tastefully modern and spacious home that’s ideal for a couple or a smaller family.

Elionas Cottage feels nicely tucked away, but there are sea views through the trees and when you feel like a meal out or a few hours at the beach, Lakka and the sea are just a five-minute drive or a 15 to 20-minute walk away. It takes a little longer on the uphill return, and if you enjoy walking then this is a wonderful base from which to wander the narrow lanes or explore the coastal paths that lead enticingly to one breath-taking view after another. And when you spot your dream secluded cove from the path, all you need to do is pop down to the local harbour, pick up a picnic and hire a boat to take you there for the perfect Paxos day out. With your own pristine pool, a generous terrace and the promise of glorious west coast sunsets, this is also a prime spot to relax and spend a week or two of not doing very much at all.

Our choice of Greek properties is as diverse as the islands themselves, ranging from simple seaside charm to genuine luxury and style. Much of our portfolio is privately owned, and price alone is therefore not a universal guide. We contract all our accommodation in person, and each property has its individual appeal. To help you make the right choice based on your own priorities, we have devised a simple grading guide to be considered in conjunction with each individual property description, awarding up to a maximum of five stars for the below categories.