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Martin & Berni sold their villa with us!

Harry and Vagelis provided us with a truly friendly, knowledgeable and very professional service and are an absolute pleasure to work with. They stepped in during the process when a problem arose and quickly and successfully helped to smooth the path towards achieving completion of the sale. We have no hesitation in highly recommending Mantas Real Estate to anybody either buying or selling property in Kefalonia and we’ll be keeping an eye on their exceptional website in future in case we decide to buy again!"
Martin & Berni
Tom & Elisabeth have recently purchased a lovely villa in the north part of the island around Fiskardo

Tom and Elisabeth
Happy buyers have recently purchased a lovely bungalow in the south part of the island

Thank you Mantas for your excellent service, we couldn't be happier.
Mr & Mrs. C
West Sussex, UK. "
Hazel & Lewis
Just purchased a lovely bungalow and will have exterior grounds and pool done by Mantas

The process was made very easy. We were Introduced to a solicitor and then taking us to sort out notoriety. Nothing was too much trouble. We will be having work done on the place with the help of Mantas who are over seeing it all.
We would like to thank Vagelis for showing us the villa over several days, nothing was too much trouble for him. He was honest and helpful.
Being back home buying in Kefalonia my husband and I became quite stressed but with help and support from Vagelis and his team things moved along very smoothly to a final and happy conclusion..
We thank them all."
Jayne & Paul UK
Their property is now under renovation from our team and will be delivered very soon!

"The first time we visited Kefalonia was the summer of 2006, we loved it so much that we kept going back every summer. The unspoiled views of the island and the smell of olive trees and herbs are intoxitating and the sunsets over the mountains the see are breathtaking.
We always dreamed of the possibility of owning a holiday home in the island and as fate would have it one of our greek friends in the island recommended the Mantas to us to start the process. Initially we were only looking at the property listings on their website until we found a few properties and asked for a viewing.
In April 2018 we paid a short visit to Kefalonia and we found a renovation property in south west of the island and put an offer which was accepted. Vagelis helped us obtain a power of attorney so they could process the sale on our behalf, this is one thing that every buyer should consider as the solicitiors know exactly what needs to be done. Unforturnately for us, we had a lot of issues with the sellers and the process was a bit stressful than we had anticipated. But we had the full support of Vagelis and our solicitor who kept us going and encouraged us not to give up. We finally completed the sale in early July and we are so excited about the prospect of having a piece of this little paradise all to ourself.
We are soon travelling to Kefalonia to collect our keys and start talking to Mantas about the renovation work. It is going to be long journey but we know that in a couple of years time we will enjoy every minute of our time in our holiday home in Kefalonia. And who knows we may even retire there.
Thank you Vagelis for your help and support. We look forward to working with you in building our new home.""
Maryam & Wayne
Sharon decided to hire exclusively Mantas Real Estate for her property sale in Kefalonia

We recently used mantas real estate to sell, they made the process of selling a dream.
I was extremely happy with the friendly atmosphere, the efficiency and communication from the staff.
I’d highly advise anyone looking to buy or sell to use Mantas Real Estate, I had nothing but a positive and friendly experience.
Thank you for all your help, we do still plan to visit kefalonia for our holidays and will assure renting with you.
Kind regards Sharon"
Sharon
Deborah & Ron just bought their villa and spend more time in Kefalonia

Vagelis Mantas was knowledgeable, approachable, personable, endlessly patient, and incredibly generous with his time (including mornings, evenings, and weekends over the course of several months). He answered every question and explained every form and every part of the process clearly and thoroughly. All the team at Mantas Real Estate were friendly, approachable and knowledgeable. We highly recommend them.
We hope we’re in our new home for a long time, but if we were to move, we wouldn’t hesitate to work with Mantas Real Estate again or give them anything but the highest recommendation.
Efharistume"
Deborah & Ron, Bristol UK
Denise & Ron retiring in Kefalonia

We then booked a long weekend to view as many properties as we could and this is where we met Vagelis. I have to say hand on heart everyone at Mantas Real Estate has been outstanding. Vagelis has helped us out so much every step of the way, I know we will never be able to thank them enough for the help and support they have given us over the last few months since we arrived on the island.
We were treated as if you were one of the family not just a customer and you know that no matter what may happen they will be there for you, going out the way ensuring they are doing everything possible to help you and you know you would never get this from any other company.
Because you are not just moving house you are buying a house in a completely different country where things are done completely differently but also, we don’t speak Greek (we will be having Greek lessons) and they would take and show us where we needed to go and helping out with translating but most of all making the whole experience so easy.
So again, thank you so much for helping us to buy out dream home. "
Denise and Ron
Keith and Rachel bought their place in the Sun.

They are professional, helpful and friendly and we would definitely recommend them to anyone looking to buy a property in Kefalonia.
Keith and Rachel"
Keith and Rachel
Avril & Ray bought their dream Villa in Makriotika through Mantas Real Estate

We found a lovely Villa in the village of Makriotika. Once the offer was accepted Vagelis was brilliant. He led us through the purchase and aftercare, nothing was too much trouble.
It was a pleasure to deal with them, they were very approachable and professional which made things a lot easier, making sure we were kept informed every step of the process, they also introduced us to a Solicitor who was so helpful and delightful to work with and she gave us some excellent advice.
Vagelis and the solicitor dealt with the whole aspect of the sale whilst we were still in England. When we arrived at our new home Vagelis was there to greet us with the keys, he had organized for the villa to be checked out, boiler up and running and maintenance issues sorted, and in the following weeks he was a great help in settling us in and assisting with advice recommending contractors and services, which was a great help and much appreciated.
We would not hesitate to recommend Mantas Real Estate Agency and we would like to thank them all for the help and kindness shown to us."
Avril & Ray
A new fully renovated home just delivered to our clients from Australia!!

Then came the renovation. We wanted to create a completely new space, knocking out most interior walls and creating a new floor plan. Well they were very prompt at getting started and sent us photos of the demolition. They were very good at knocking things down and we could see the potential of the space.
We hoped that they would be as good at renovation as the were with destruction and they were fantastic. The space just got better and better until the photos stopped. Vagelis wanted some surprises left for the final, reveal.... big mistake.... Just kidding... it surpassed our expectations and we are completely thrilled with our new Greek home. We cannot thank you all enough for the wonderful painless process and end result polly polly kala."
Christopher and Lynne
Using the villa only for a few days break, have trusted Mantas Real Estate for a quick & secure sale

Thank you once again, Alison & Neil"
Alison & Neil
Planning now to build their dream home.

Tony, came with us on our first official viewing and we fell in love with the property we hope to make our home.
Every step of the way Mantas have been there guiding and helping us through the transaction, including arranging an electrician in our absence, and providing proposals for building advice, which we are grateful and happy to take on board. Since the initial viewing, we have been back to Kef twice, the first of which was to pick up the keys in September 2016.
We now have proposals to extend and build on the property and land all with the help and professionalism of the Mantas boys, and sincerely believe that we have made some great friends with them and highly recommend, if you are serious about a future purchase on Kef, that you give these guys a go at helping you through the process.
We hope to move later in 2017 to our new home permanently with the continued assistance of these guys.
Thank you Vagelis, Makis and Tony for all that you have done in helping our dreams come true with a new life on Kef. "
Sue and Chris, Bristol.
Bungalow recently purchased from our clients David & Liz

We both look forward to picking up the keys to our new home and keeping in touch with the team at Mantas Real Estate.
Many Thanks"
David & Liz Dorset, UK
Infinity pool renovation at Karavados

We contacted a couple of builders on the island, one of which was Vagelis Mantas from Mantas Properties whom we had got to know during 2015 when we had purchased another property on the island and were impressed by his professional, honest and friendly approach and his helpfulness in getting us through the somewhat confusing bureaucracy when purchasing a property in Greece.
Both builders sent in quotes but we chose the Mantas quote because of our previous good experience with Vagelis where we had always found him to be honest and upfront with us, whereas we felt that the other builders quote was somewhat vague as to what was included and what was not.
Vagelis sent us a photograph of a villa with an infinity pool and suggested to us to tile the sides and bottom with pale blue tiles and tile the infinity wall with complimentary mosaic tiles in various shades of blue with white. He also suggested that his builders curve the top of the infinity wall so that it was aesthetically pleasing to the eye. He advised that it was necessary to re-render the walls and floor with the necessary waterproof coatings to ensure that it was water tight before the tiles were laid. However he ensured that the lighting, pump and filter equipment were overhauled or serviced where possible and parts only replaced if absolutely necessary.
Work was started within one week of us accepting his quote which impressed us. At all stages of the work Vagelis either telephoned or visited us personally to check on the progress and see that we were happy. He project managed the various builders, tilers, electricians and plumber very professionally and it made us feel that everyone was in control without us having to worry about it.
We have ended up with a spectacular infinity swimming pool which has surpassed our expectations with lighting, filters and pumps all working correctly. Not one day goes past when we take a swim in the pool and enjoy the panoramic views of the sea, mountains and pastures over the infinity curved edge.
We would have no hesitation whatsoever to use Vagelis Mantas again in the future or to recommend him to family, friends or anyone who asked us if we know a good builder on the island.
We are 100% satisfied with the standard of the work and the standard of the project management.
Nigel and Lynn Dack The Anchorage Karavados Kefalonia June 2016 "
Lynn and Nigel, Uk
See the Renovation hereUltimate remodelling of the exclusive villa Ambeli in Old Skala

Pleasure to do business with and takes the worry out of the refurbishment as the project management was seamless, with living in the UK the communications between ourselves and Mantas was excellent both during and after the project was completed and offers a true "peace of mind service".
We have agreed for photographs of the completed works to be put on their website to show the high quality workmanship completed.
Yours sincerely"
Ruth & Craig, UK
see the remodelling hereSwimming pool villa recently purchased from our clients Rachel & Rob

"Thank you all once again for allowing us the reality of living out our wildest dreams!""
Rachel & Rob, UK
Edwards are now planning their permanent move to Kefalonia after having purchased a lovely home..

Thank you Mantas."
Martin & Tonia Bristol, UK
Bungalow recently purchased from our clients Sue & Graham

Having decided this was the property for us we met with Vagelis and his brother and busness partner, Makis, and they advised us of all the buying procedures and answered all of the questions we had. When our offer was accepted they were so genuine in sharing our joy.
All too soon we had to return to the UK and the purchasing process then began. We chose to utilise a UK currency company recommended by Makis, although there was no obligation to do so, and we found them to be first class in their advice and service to us throughout. Makis also arranged a civil engineer survey of the property for us. It is no secret that Greece has recently been through some of it's toughest financial times and this did have an affect on our transaction but Makis kept in touch with us throughout, advising us of what was happening, liaising with our solicitor and always reassuring us that we would reach a successful completion - which we did!
Buying a property abroad when you are UK based can be daunting but the service we have received from Mantas Real Estate has really been above and beyond our expectations and we would not hesitate in recommending prospective purchasers to view their excellent website and begin the journey to your dream! "
Sue and Graham Worcestershire, England
Ian & Helen purchased their dream home in Kefalonia and instructed Mantas to complete full renovation with an amazing result

Ian & Helen, Sydney, Australia
see the renovation hereClare has recently invested on a nice holiday home in Livathos

Thank you!
Clare"
Clare, Mid Glamorgan, Scotland
Graham & Jane are waiting to be delivered their kitchen renovation from Mantas

Jane and Graham, North Yorkshire, UK
Paul and Kate are enjoying their bungalow after the total make over from our company

We had a small budget and many requirements!! With lots of hard work searching Mantas found us a house that needed renovating, in the mountains with spectacular views just as we had requested.
Mantas real estate project managed the renovation from start to finish while we were back in the UK. We were kept up to date and consulted through- out the building works. The project was completed within budget to a very high standard. Their vision, high quality of workmanship and attention to detail have created a home beyond our expectation.
Many Thanks"
Paul & Kate, North Devon, UK
to see the total renovation click hereStaffan and his family spent wonderful holidays in Kefalonia using the apartment that recently bought

"We have valued the reliability, proficiency and efficiency the real estate agent Mantas has proved to possess during our relation when buying our appartment. They have in addition been real nice and accommodated us in all."
Staffan, Solna, Sweeden
A different class of service

Grant and Sandra "
Sandra & Grant UK
Staying permanently in Katelios, Kevin & Sue are having their guests at the new built bungalow and pool by Mantas

We retired at Christmas 2011 & in March 2012 bought a small bungalow in Ano Katelios through Mantas Real Estate.
Vagelis Mantas dealt with all aspects of the purchase, helping with negotiations, dealing with legal issues, making the process easy for us.
The bungalow was on a large plot with plenty of room for a separate studio & a pool without spoiling our sea view or taking up all the garden.
Vagelis agreed to Project manage the building work for studio/pool/walls/pegola/paths/landscaping ie everything needed.
in Spring 2014 the work was completed & the result is amazing.
This is the first year that friends & family have stayed in the studio & they have all been very impressed with the quality, the attention to detail & of course the beautiful swimming pool.
If you want a one stop shop dealing with every detail then we can certainly recommend Vagelis & we are very grateful for all the work he has done."
Kevin & Sue, West Yorkshire, UK
see the new pool and guest houseAfter a lot of research the lovely couple bought a traditional cottage in the west side of Kefalonia

E, va detto, noi siamo una coppia giovane con grandi sogni e un piccolo budget e Mantas ci ha aiutato anche in questo!
Inoltre Mantas non e' solo un bravo ed onesto professionista, ma anche un'ottima persona.
Siamo cosi contenti perche' adesso, oltre ad aver casa a Cefalonia, abbiamo anche un ottimo amico li!
Quindi.. Grazie Mantas!
We had a dream.. a house in the beautiful island of Kefalonia.. Mantas found the perfect property for us, up on a hill with a gorgeous view of the sea and helped us organizing and directing personally all the works for the renovation of the property.
All the works have been done in a very short time and in the complete respect of our desires and tastes.
And, I have to tell you, we are a young couple with big dream but low budget, and Mantas helped us also in this!
Furthermore, Mantas is not only a very good and honest professional, but also a very very good and friendly person.
We are so happy because now we have a house in Kefalonia and also a good friend there!
Thanks to Mantas!"
Daniela and Andrea, Italy
Happy sellers relocated successfully in the UK

Subsequent meetings with the proprietors portrayed a genuine, helpful and professional approach in what, in our case, was a difficult sales market. They worked tirelessly to get a sale at the best price.
After over 40 years experience of buying and selling property, both in the UK and abroad, Mantas far exceeded our expectations of an Estate Agent. Not only were we impressed with their dedication to achieve a sale, but their
striving to resolve all queries and obstacles as they arose, on behalf of ourselves and the subsequent purchaser, in
an equally fair way to both parties.
We are certainly indebted to them for all their hard work and would have no hesitation in recommending their services to anyone."
Roger and Rhona Wolverhampton, UK
Paul & Charlene visit the island often since their property was renovated

On arriving in Lassi and settling into our holiday, we decided to go to Mantas Real estate’s office in Argostoli and enquire about the property. Makis told us where it was and how to get there. Once we had a look around, we then made an appointment to view inside. Whilst the property was in a bit of a run-down state, we saw the potential that could fulfil our dream. Now the panic set in, do we go for this now, bearing in mind it had only been a pipe dream so far, or wait till a few years down the line. We didn’t even know the Greek conveyancing laws or where we would start.
After discussing this over the next couple of days we decided to go for it and buy the property in Farsa. Once the decision was made, Makis and his team set about helping us in every way. They talked us through all the legalities, gave us ideas about the house set up, how we could maximise the space, put us in touch with a solicitor and basically talked us through how each of the processes would work. Unfortunately, our holiday then came to an end and we had to come back to the UK.
Once home Makis (Mantas Real Estate) continued to keep in contact with us and update us on what was happening regarding the legalities and when we would be required to come back to Kefalonia to seal the deal. Fast forward 4 months, everything was now ready to be signed. Once in Kefalonia, Makis again met up with us and talked us through everything prior to each stage of the process. Once everything was finalised, he then took us round various shops to help us pick tiles for the kitchen/bathroom etc. Again unfortunately we had to return to the UK but Makis kept things going and arranged for the garden to be cleared, Kitchen/Bathroom to be fitted, rewiring, etc, basically project managing the whole operation. Keeping us up to date at all times.
We would just like to say Makis and his brother Vagelis have gone way above the call of duty in helping us process our way through the Greek property system and without them I don’t think our dream would have come true. We cannot thank them enough for all they have done for us and would certainly highly recommend them to anyone who was thinking of buying property in Kefalonia. We could not have done this without them."
Charlene & Paul Edinburgh, UK
see the renovation herePlanning now to build their holiday home in the plot that bought through our agency

Reinhard & Elke"
Reinhard & Elke from Austria