Clusters of sugar-cube houses climbing up a hillside with splashes of purple bougainvillea is the iconic image of Greece for many , but there is so much more . Think medieval villages with Byzantine churches , waterfront tavernas , neo-classical mansions in pastel colours , and landscapes that range from dry and rugged to thickly forested with cypress and pines . Add cliffs and volcanic mountains tumbling down onto sandy beaches , a population who are among the most generous , fun and hospitable on Earth , and you start to get an idea of what Greece offers .

A luxury villa stay is possibly the most comfortable way to immerse yourself in the authentic Greece . Choosing the right base for your stay is one of the most important decisions you will make , but where does one start ? That ’ s where Five Star Greece comes in ; the small , elite specialist team offers a unique personal service that will match-make you with a handpicked villa on an island that fits your brief . Not the company for a quick , online booking , their privately owned villas are only accessible once you have had a detailed consultation with them , but if you want expert guidance , these are the people for you .

local networks allow them to give guests the best possible advice . A consultation with them can result in things you didn ’ t know you wanted : a small day boat or crewed motor yacht to complement your villa stay , private aviation , luxury transfers , tailored staff solutions , VIP services , chefs , butlers , and security . You may just want to anchor in a secret cove or to spend an undisturbed day under an olive tree

base - water-sport instructors , a day out with a fisherman , hikes , marble sculpting lessons , Greek dancing , parties and private tours , tables in the top Mykonos clubs , personal shopping guides and helicopter safaris .

Whether your dream is a historic mansion with jaw-dropping views , a beachfront estate with private jetty and a yacht , the

Five Star Greece has been discreetly helping A-list celebrities , UHNW families and sophisticated private travellers from all over the world for

by the pool with a sunset cocktail , but for the more energetic , there are a huge variety of fun activities to do from a villa

ultimate glamour on Mykonos or a laidback family home near a cute village , the perfect villa is out there for you .