Rita and George gave us a great welcome by showing us around the apartment, then meeting for a drink at a local cafe beside the closest supermarket. It was really appreciated, thank you.
Rita's apartment is all that it looks in the photograph, but even better in reality, spacious, stylish and very definitely a home. The roof terrace boasted views on all sides to different parts of the neighbourhood and Mt Lycabettus. Travel to the main sights was simple and quick from Parnormou Metro Station, you could see it from the terrace, a mere 2 mins walk then 4 stops to Syntagma Square.
The neighbourhood is residential, but also provided a real buzz, many cafes and restaurants closeby. Central Athens appeared to me to be very spread out, so no matter where you stay you will have to travel to one sight or another. We had the best of both worlds here, access to tourists spots and the ability to return to a lovely apartment and stroll out for an evening meal.
We spent 7 nights here and apart from Athens had tours to various other places. It was hot, sometimes our timetable was frantic, but we survived because we had a great base to return to!
We would heartily recommend Rita's apartment, and Rita as a host, many thanks.