a 1869 neoclassical residence in Athens

It's a home, not a hotel.

EXPERIENCE

Neoclasical charm, soulful character & a twist of curiosity.

Located within the ancient city’s walls, in the most vivid, multi-culti, historical neighborhood of Psirri, a few meters from the Monastiraki metro station, this 1869 building houses a cozy nest for the travellers who seek more than a “mass production” bnb listing.

1869Athens is ideal for couples, but can accommodate up to 5 people.

Registration number: 00000068589

Neoclassicism
​at a glance

THE STYLE OF AN ERA

The restoration that started in 2004, brought-up the neo-classical character of its original architecture.
​Neo-classicism was the main trend in central Europe during the 1800’s, when Athens became the capital city of new-born Greece, and the rich Athenians adopted at once the style of their new “foreign” king Otto. 
Once the home of a wealthy Russian -the Czar’s ambassador(?)- it was purchased by my grandfather, and ever since been the Family House.

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The oldest documents show the house was built in 1869, though traces of an older building were found in the basement, during restoration.

Not so strange, since this part of the city has been inhabited since the antiquity.​