Marathon Blue  

Out on the fringes of Marathon (Marathonas), this 4.5-star Mediterranean villa sits minutes from Schinias Olympic Rowing and Canoeing Centre and within easy reach of Schinias Beach, Marathon Run Museum and Rafina Port. Family-friendly and pet-friendly, it’s a base for outdoor sports and local history. Athens Intl. Airport is about 45 km away.

Individually decorated villas blend practical kitchens with modern tech. Rooms feature a full-sized refrigerator/freezer, oven, microwave, espresso and coffee/tea makers, flat-screen TV, DVD player and an iPod dock. Private bathrooms include rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Expect weekly housekeeping, a terrace and concierge services.

Recreation is strong here: an outdoor pool (note: closed Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday), fitness center, sauna and massage room, yoga area and even a diving club. Rent bicycles, hit the arcade/game room or let kids loose in the playroom. Barbecue grills and a picnic area make self-catered evenings easy, and complimentary wireless internet keeps you connected.

Complimentary wireless internet and a 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle are available. The villa also offers dry cleaning/laundry, multilingual staff, luggage storage, private check-in/out and a safe-deposit box. On-site parking is provided.

Self-catering is simple with a shared/communal kitchen and full in-room coffee and espresso gear. Barbecue grills and a picnic area are on-site for relaxed alfresco meals.