A guide to planning villa holidays in Greece

Holidaying in a self-catered villa is an easy way to experience the glories of Greece, waking up to a simple breakfast of fresh Greek yoghurt and honey, the Aegean breeze drifting through the window and a choir of cicadas in the garden beyond."It's such good value, as you split everything between so many people."

Some areas are welcoming a particularly exciting crop of new properties. Solmar Villa Holidays' 18-villa Greek expansion this year focuses on the coasts around Thessaloniki; specifically, pristine Halkidiki and the lengthy shores at the foot of Mount Olympus."Lefkada has become an increasingly popular destination due to the variety of accommodation within walking distance of the beaches and restaurants, which we know are popular with Simpson clients."

Crete is Greece's second-largest island and a perennially popular option, with its spectacular mountains, delectable cuisine, warm hospitality and world-class beaches."Crete is our biggest growth area. It's doing particularly well with the trade, up 120% this year."

4 of the Best New Villas to Book

Rising Sun, Paxos: A boat hop from Corfu is petite Paxos and its picturesque, pine-covered landscapes. The newly renovated Rising Sun villa is at the heart of the island, so clients will be able to go for leisurely wanders in the forest whenever they choose – or simply admire it from the infinity pool. cvvillas.com

Rising Sun, Paxos

2. Joy of the Sea, Crete
Overlooking Crete's dazzlingly blue Mirabello Bay and the islet of Spinalonga – setting of Victoria Hislop's The Island – this new offering from Villa Select offers panoramic views of both from the comfort of the huge living room. villaselect.com

Villa Joy of the sea Crete

Bianco Boutique Villa Adam, Rhodes
A two-minute walk from the crystal waters of Pefki Beach is this sleek three-bedroom villa. Inside, it's cool and modern, while outside is a large L-shaped pool and terrace – complete with stepping stones, outdoor barbecue and even a hammock – which makes for an Insta-friendly hangout. splvillas.com

Bianco Villa Rhodes

Villa Melite, Olympian Riviera
Next to a sandy beach and with views across the garden to the imposing Platamon Castle, this compact pink house is ideal for a family of four looking for an easy-breezy holiday. solmarvillas.com

Villa Melite

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