This is a really lovely apartment…fresh, newly finished and not your typical Ikea furnished apartment. We have stayed in many AirBnBs in the Athens area. Here is what we found to be outstanding:
1. HOT water on demand. If you are familiar with most apartment rentals in Athens, you must turn the hot water heater on and off before doing anything that requires hot water. Not at Maria’s.
2. A comfortable mattress. This is not typical for anywhere in Europe but Maria knows what many foreigners like and she delivered. Linens were fresh and new which made sleeping even better. Lots of towels plus a washer if you need it.
3. A Nespresso machine. Such a nice treat every morning.
4. Goodies including homemade jam to tide you over until you can shop.
5. Close proximity to Sygrou Fix metro station.
6. Pharmacy, bakery, coffee and restaurants within easy walking distance with many near Sygrou Fix metro station.
7. No loud parties…we’ve experienced a few all-nighters so nighttime quiet is important to us.
8. Fully stocked kitchen with all the pots, pans, silverware, glasses and plates you need. Appliances are new and worked perfectly.
9. The cleaniest apartment we’ve rented in Athens. Absolutely spotless.
10. Maria was kind and solicitous of our comfort.
A few other things to consider…the space is small but it works well for one or two people. The apartment is on a side street but it is surprisingly busy. Things quieted down by midnight, however. The walls are also thin which is not atypical for Athens. You will hear televisions. If you are noise sensitive, bring some good ear plugs and you’ll be fine. We both slept well once our ear plugs were in. Lastly, there is a steep but fairly short hill to climb coming back from the metro station. Athens is full of steep climbs so plan accordingly.
Overall we give this apartment high marks. If you are coming to Athens for a week or two, you cannot go wrong. Thanks for your hospitality, Maria!