Aether in Athens

A contemporary sparkly haven, this apartment is stunning. With spotlights on the ceiling and porcelain tiles on the floor, you are sandwiched between class and calm. The open-plan kitchen, dining and living space is perfect for sociable mornings planning your day ahead. Stroll out onto your private balcony and embrace five minutes of peace with the sun on your face and your hands around a hot cuppa. The scent of the fresh sea air may draw you to the coastline – a short stroll of around five minutes and you’ll feel the sand between your toes. With mornings at the beach, you may fancy an afternoon exploring the city. Pick up a bite to eat and indulge in the local cuisine as you meander through the charming Greek streets.

If you make it home in time for sunset, you don’t have to venture outside. Sink into your deep comfortable sofa and watch the sky change colour through your floor-to-ceiling windows, bathing the room in natural light. This is the ideal spot to put your feet up and nestle down with a good book. After a restful night's sleep, you won't need to worry about cooking breakfast – just up the road, you'll find quaint bakeries and divine cafes, so grab your pastries and gather around your balcony table to enjoy the sunrise alfresco.

Home truths:
*Parking in Athens can be tricky and there's no parking with this home, so we recommend sticking to the easily accessible public transport where possible – though we think the best way to see the city is on foot
*At full occupancy, two guests will be sleeping on the sofa bed in the living area
*The entrance to this home is shared with the building's other residents
*Though there isn't a dedicated desk here, the dining table doubles up as a laptop-friendly workspace
*The closest supermarket is 200m away and the closest beach is 400m – reachable on foot in around five minutes
*This home may be better suited to early risers – there are sheer drapes in the bedroom, so expect the natural light to wake you up