Amanzoe

Amanzoe is a resort developed by Dolphin Capital and managed by Aman.[1][2] It is located in Porto Heli, The Peloponnese, Southern Greece.[3][4][5]

Developer

Dolphin Capital are the leading global investorp-ads in the residential resort sector in the eastern Mediterranean with over €1.8 billion worth of assets, including Amanzoe and Amanera.[6]

Porto Heli

Main article: Porto Heli

The greater Porto Heli area, including the islands of Hydra (island) and Spetses, is known as the “Greek Riviera”. Throughout the centuries, Porto Heli has remained a coveted area becoming the well-kept secret of a privileged few and a preferred holiday destination for discerning travellers.[7] A quintessential seashore retreat on the eastern Peloponnese, it is full of spectacular views of the Aegean Sea.[5]

Hotel Management

Main article: Aman Resorts

Aman was founded in 1988 with the vision of building a collection of intimate retreats with the unassuming, warm hospitality of a gracious private residence.[4] The first, Amanpuri (place of peace) in Phuket, Thailand, introduced the concept, and since then, Aman has grown to encompass 30 hotels and resorts located in Bhutan, Cambodia, China, Dominican Republic, France, Greece, Indonesia, India, Italy, Japan, Laos, Montenegro, Morocco, the Philippines, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Turkey, the Turks & Caicos Islands, the USA, and Vietnam.[8][3]

Aman Villas at Amanzoe

The Aman Villas at Amanzoe are located on the Peloponnese peninsula, on the highest possible point of the region’s rolling hills, with commanding views of the Argo-Saronic Gulf, the chic island of Spetses and the undulating surrounding olive groves.[9][5] It is a 10-minute drive from the tavernas and vibrant year-round life of Porto Heli, which is now also home to a Nikki Beach Resort & Spa, opened in 2014. The Aman Villas is the most exclusive residential development in Greece offering a limited number of premium branded Aman Villas, all situated around Amanzoe.[3] Each of the villas is excellently positioned with uninterrupted sea views and private swimming pools.[1]

The Villas

There is a limited number of Residences available for purchase neighbouring the Amanzoe Resort.[9][10] Buyers can personalize their home to suit their wishes.[11] Residence owners have access to the resort’s services and facilities.[2][12]

Rental Program

Owners can but are not obliged to place their Villa in the rental pool of the hotel.[9][4]

The Resort

Accommodation

38 Guest Pavilions positioned on different levels to maximize privacy and accentuate the breathtaking vistas over the Aegean.[9] The living area, bed alcove and bathroom all open out onto a terrace, shaded by a bougainvillea covered timber pergola, and a private swimming pool.[2] 4 Beach Cabanas next to the Beach Club on the shores of the Aegean Sea.[13][5] Cabanas feature their own private garden, large swimming pools and boast uninterrupted sunset facing sea views.[4]

Beach Club

Aman Villa residents and guests of the hotel can also enjoy exclusive use of the Beach Club situated in a secluded sandy bay with sparkling azure waters.[4][10] The Beach Club is a short 5 min car ride from the hotel, or a 20-minute walk and features two swimming pools, a kid’s pool, a restaurant, two spa rooms, a gym and an array of non-motorized water sports.[14][13][2]

Services and Amenities

Lounge Bar, Library, The Boutique & Art Gallery, Spa, Swimming Pools, Pool Restaurant, Main dining Room, Gym, Yoga Pavilion, Pilates Studio, Tennis Courts, Amphitheatre and a Beach Club.[11][4]

The Spa

The Amanzoe Spa comprises nine lavish treatment suites grouped around sunny private courtyards, steam rooms, a hair salon and a watsu pool.[2][11]

Children’s facilities

Amanzoe offers outstanding children’s facilities including a games area with billiards, ping-pong and four gaming stations, a karaoke corner, a theatre stage for performances and a juice station.[5][14] There are children's pools available both at the Beach Club and close to the resorts main pool in the main resort complex.[4][9]

Transportation

A pleasant 25-minute flight from Athens airport using the resort’s private VIP helicopter.[13] Alternatively, a two-hour drive in the resort’s chauffeur driven limousine or via high speed Catamaran which takes about two hours.[11]

Awards & Accolades

Amanzoe was awarded runner-up in the prestigious 2015 Condé Nast Traveller "Readers’ Travel Awards", in the category of The Best Hotels in Europe, Turkey & Russia. Furthermore Amanzoe achieved 11th place in the award’s overall Top 100.[15]

Gallery

References

  1. 1 2 Morris, Johnny (2 June 2016). "Inside the Greek villa that's bigger than Trafalgar Square". The Daily Telegraph. Retrieved 11 August 2016.
  2. 1 2 3 4 5 Morris,Aman, Lacy. "A First Look at the Most Expensive Suite at Greece's Amanzoe". Architectural Digest. Retrieved 10 August 2016.
  3. 1 2 3 Wrathall, Claire (14 September 2012). "Greece resorts to luxury". Financial Times.
  4. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 "Luxury living: Aman launches its grandest villa at Amanzoe, Greece". Wallpaper (magazine). Retrieved 10 August 2016.
  5. 1 2 3 4 5 "Amanzoe, Peloponnese". Harper's Bazaar. 29 May 2016.
  6. ↑ "Dolphin Capital Investors Ltd (LON:DCI) Analyst Target Prices". FTSE News. 10 August 2016. Retrieved 10 August 2016.
  7. ↑ "Greece Still Has It: More Amanzoe Grandeur, That Is". Argophilia Travel News. 11 March 2013. Retrieved 11 August 2016.
  8. ↑ "Amanzoe Launches Largest Villa Residence". www.superyachts.com. Retrieved 10 August 2016.
  9. 1 2 3 4 5 "Why Greece's Peloponnese penninsula should be on your travel radar". London Evening Standard. 25 July 2016. Retrieved 10 August 2016.
  10. 1 2 Droste, Ed. "Mile Runner: Ed Droste Goes on an Epic Photography Adventure in Greece". Vogue (magazine). Retrieved 11 August 2016.
  11. 1 2 3 4 "Greece Spa Break: Amanzoe, Kranidi-Telegraph". The Daily Telegraph. Retrieved 10 August 2016.
  12. ↑ Werner, Laurie. "Villa 20: The Most Exclusive New Villa in Greece". Forbes. Retrieved 11 August 2016.
  13. 1 2 3 "Rebalancing Life in Rural Greece at the Amanzoe Retreat". Louise Blouin Media. Retrieved 11 August 2016.
  14. 1 2 Hall, Zoe Dare. "Branded residences: what's in a name?-Telegraph". The Daily Telegraph. Retrieved 11 August 2016.
  15. ↑ "Readers' Travel Awards 2015: the Top 100". Condé Nast Traveler. Retrieved 11 August 2016.

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