Amanzoe, Greece

Scattered with Unesco-protected ruins, the beach-fringed Peloponnese has been at the heart of Greek culture for millennia. Amanzoe rests on its east coast, a modern-day Acropolis situated on a hilltop with 360-degree views encompassing olive groves and Aegean blue. Pavilions and villas with private pools open onto fragrant gardens, and speedboats await at the beach to zip between nearby islands.  

Amanzoe’s luxury villas are lofty spacious abodes –  Mediterranean homes surrounded by extensive gardens overlooking the glistening Aegean Sea. Each of the one- to nine-bedroom private villas features a large private swimming pool, an open terrace and outdoor space with sand-coloured marble floors, traditional dry stone-clad walls and elegant columns and cornices. A discreet team of staff serves each property, alongside a dedicated private chef and villa host. 

Amanzoe offers panoramic views of the Aegean Sea, along with an Aman Spa and a private beach club in a picturesque bay. Amanzoe is a 10-minute drive from the coastal villages of Porto Heli and Ermioni, offers easy access to the islands of Spetses and Hydra, and is ideally placed for exploring the wealth of ancient archaeological sites nearby.

Combining the Sanskrit-derived word for ‘peace’ with zoe, the Greek word for ‘life’, the hilltop property comprises 38 guest pavilions, an Aman Spa and twelve villas and enjoys panoramic views of undulating olive groves and the Aegean Sea, along with a private beach club in a picturesque bay and easy access to the region’s wealth of archaeological marvels.

Influenced by classical Greek architecture, the Amanzoe aesthetic is sleekly contemporary in style and attitude. Amanzoe’s entrance and reception areas overlook an expansive reflection pool, beyond which the library, boutique and gallery are set among terraces, courtyards and gardens joined by colonnaded walkways.

The property offers a number of dining venues and lounges, all enjoying exceptional settings on the property. Fronted by an expansive outdoor terrace designed for alfresco dining, the restaurant is surrounded by floor-to-ceiling glass doors with exceptional sea views. The relaxed living room, with its central bar, is an ideal venue for sunset cocktails or a nightcap – either indoors or outside at the firepit with its magnificent views. The airy pool restaurant offers a casual spot for all-day dining, transforming by night into Japanese venue Nama, which serves exquisite washoku cuisine A casual taverna-style restaurant called Nura is also located at the beach club. The art of grilling is central to the dining experience, with freshly caught seafood and locally sourced meat prepared over charcoal and accompanied by seasonal salads and Spanish-style sharing plates.

Situated on the shores of a beautiful bay, the beach club is only a 10-minute drive from the resort. Guests can also cycle the picturesque route. The beach club provides two 25-metre lap pools, a teenage pool, a children’s pool and an expansive deck with sun loungers. A range of water sports equipment is provided and boating excursions to explore the bay can be arranged. Three private beach club pavilions are positioned close by, each with an air-conditioned bedroom and bathroom, a terrace, private garden, outdoor massage area and a private swimming pool overlooking the sea.

The Villas

Villa 20
Nine bedrooms spread over 6 levels, with 11 swimming pools, private spa, and exceptional views over the Aegean Sea.

Six-Bedroom Villa
Six bedrooms with spacious indoor and outdoor living and dining areas, study and a private 24-meter swimming pool.

Five-Bedroom Villa
Five bedrooms with generous indoor, outdoor, living and dining areas, a 24-meter swimming pool and indoor single basketball court.

4-Bedroom Villa
Four bedrooms with expansive indoor and outdoor living, study and additional lounge area by the pool. Some feature a gym with state-of-the-art equipment.

The Beach Club

The Beach Club
Amanzoe’s private beach and Beach Club lie below the hilltop resort overlooking a sheltered bay. Complimentary transfers take guests down to the Aegean, where guests can relax between swimming pools and sea, dine just steps from the water and depart on island-hopping day trips. 

From hopping island to island on one of the resorts’ vessels to enjoying the beach through activities such as snorkelling, windsurfing or paddleboarding.

Experiences

Set in a land of classical ruins, azure seas and olive groves on the coast of the Peloponnese, Amanzoe embraces the architecture and soul of ancient Greece and is ideally placed for exploring the region’s rich culture, cuisine and natural attractions. Discover nearby Porto Heli and the resorts’ water-bound adventures, including kayaking, island hopping and snorkelling.

Farmhouse Visit 

Close to Amanzoe, a traditional farmhouse rests in a picturesque valley, surrounded by orchards, groves and fields tilled as they have been for centuries. Children can collect eggs and feed the farm animals, while the adults learn more about farm life. Then sit down at the old wooden table on the sunlit veranda to enjoy an authentic Greek farmhouse breakfast with the farmer and his family.

The art of beekeeping 

A specially curated outing to the Bairaktaris family apiary nearby reveals both age-old and more modern methods of beekeeping. The farm supplies all of Amanzoe’s honey, and offers a detailed tasting, including the farm’s renowned clove and thyme honeys. They also make a range of natural propolis moisturisers infused with local herbs. 

Ancient ruins 

The wealth of nearby archaeological sites includes Epidaurus with its Unesco-protected amphitheatre and the Sanctuary of Asklepios – the most renowned healing centre of the ancient world. The legendary citadel of Mycenae, Nafplion city, the village of Didyma, the Temple of Hera close to Argos, the Byzantine monastery of St Dimitrios and many other sites also rest in close proximity to the resort. 

Scuba Diving 

There is as much to explore beneath the waves as on the shores of the Peloponnese. The Aegean’s warm, crystal-clear water promises excellent visibility and Amanzoe’s private dive charters ensure a world-class scuba experience. 

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