Monemvasia holiday villa rental, Xifias with beach/lake nearby, log fire, disabled access, balcony/terrace, air con, telephone, rural

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'Magnifique' Villa (villa)

Home description

Large character villa with garden and barbecue facilities in a typical Greek village. Ideal for families with children and those looking for ultimately relaxing holidays in a refreshing environment. The villa is located just 450 meters from the best beaches of Monemvasia area and only 3 miles from the famous Castle of Monemvasia, the so called 'Gibraltar of the Meditterranean'. Residents fo the villa can enjoy the wonderful terrace and the spectacular sea and mountain views the area can offer.

Side view of the property	Kitchen area
Fireplace	Veranda view

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The Peloponnese region

The three-pronged ‘island of Pelops’, the mythical chariot-racing king, was not in fact an island until the 1890’s, when the narrow isthmus at Corinth was finally severed by a shipping canal. Many people still consider it part of the mainland. But it is culturally and scenically very distinct – and very rich.

It boasts the largest and most spectacular concentration of ancient sites, including royal Mycenae, therapeutic Epidavros and athletic Olympia, where the Olympic games were founded. Less known but equally fascinating are the many Byzantine (medieval) cities, churches and fortresses, including the hilltown of Mystras and the sea-rock of Monemvasia. The rugged Mani peninsula, central of the three ‘fingers’, positively bristles with towers and frescoed chapels. Or, if you fancy something more civilised, check out the elegant seaside town of Nafplion, with its narrow alleys, tiled houses, castles and festivals.

Those who prefer natural wonders to man-made will not be disappointed. The southerly mountain range of Taygetus offers breathtaking gorges, spring flowers, jagged 8000-foot peaks and well-maintained mulepaths to link them. Some of Greece’s finest beaches can be found on the westren finger around Pilos, or along the endless pine-shaded strand that forms the west coast. The northerly ranges around Kalavrita conceal historic monasteries, fir forests, lakes and an unbelievable rack-and-pinion railway route. This is the ancient Greeks’ arcadia, and you can see why.

If someone is looking to visit just one part of Greece with a bit of everything, Peloponnese is certainly the place, with Monemvasia being the most precious jewel of it.

Monemvasia / Xifias area

Nea Monemvasia, at the other end of the passage to the rock of Monemvasia, is one of the most developed areas in Laconia. There are many modem hotels and other good-quality accommodation, restaurants and picturesque tavernas, shopping possibilities meeting all requirements and opportunities for every manner of recreation that a visitor might desire. Every possible recreation in connection with the sea is available, at the beach of Monemvasia itself and further afield. Just in front of the village lies the small harbour of Mandraki, with a pebble-stone beach. To the north lies the beach of Pera Kakavos and at a distance of 6 kim. that of Pori. More beaches and hospitable coves can be found south of Monemvasia at the villages of Agia Paraskevi, Nomia, Agios Stefanos and the long beach of Xifias, 4 km from the town. Inland, at an attitude of 340 m., you can visit Foutia with its lovely view, and further south, still on the eastern coast, Agios Fokas with its small bays. Mani stretches from Gythio to Cape Tainaro the mythical entrance to the underworld. It is a wild landscape and maybe nowhere in Greece does a region seem so close to its medieval past. In Mani are 98 out of the 118 traditional settlements existing in Peloponnese. It is an ideal place to visir all year round. There are plenty beaches with fine sand and pebbles for the summer. The tower houses (the characteristic of Mani), the Byzantine monuments and the churches are worth a visit. In Mani there are also some of the most important caves in Greece. Local olive oil and honey are of excellent quality. Towns and villages to visit, Gythio, Areopolis, Oitilo, Diros, Limeni, Gerolimenas, Vathia, Lagia, Kokkala, Halikia, Kotronas. It is a distinct place with ledgends and traditions, nothing similar all over the world. You will respect it, you will love it. Driving south from Areopoli, it is 8 Km to the village of Pirgos Dirou, where the road forks off to the underground caves (second and third picture). The caves are 4Km further on from the main village, set beside the sea and a small beach (first picture). Glifada Caves are well-lit and crammed with stalactites where reflections are remarkable. Alepotrypa Caves are huge chambers in which excavations have unearthed evidence of prehistoric occupation. The caves are among the most important natural sites in Greece and with great archaeological significance. Cave details Glifada: Its temperature ranges from 16°C to 20°C. The water temperature is around 12°C. Passages of about 5000m have been explored while its total extent is 33,400sq.m. The existence of the cave has been known since 1900, and in 1949 it was explored by I. Petrochilos. It is regarded as one of the most beauti- ful lake caves in the world. In its interior fossil animals have been discovered that existed 2 million years ago. Alepotripa: It is situated 200m east of Glyphada and was discov- ered in 1958. It was explored by Mr. and Mrs. Petrochilos. The finds provide evidence of life in the cave 6,000 years ago many of which are exhibited in the "Stone Age Museum" of Diros situated at the entrance of the cave. The extent of the cave is 6,500sq.m., 600sq.m. of which consist of land and the rest is covered by the water of an under- ground river. The average tempera- ture of the cave is 19°C and of the water 18°C. Kataphigi: It is located 500m. on the left side of the road that leads to the former two caves. It has an area of 2,700sq.m. whereas the length of its passages is 700m.

How to get there

There are two international airports that you should try, if you visit Monemvasia, in Athens and Kalamata.
Apart from the scheduled flights from UK to Athens and Kalamata Airports,
between May and October there are charter flights from London to Kalamata on Sundays only by Air 2000.

Best places to book your charter or scheduled flights are:
Charter Flight Centre - a UK consolidator to all regional airports
or the individual flights-only-sellers
Air 2000 - For charter flights to Kalamata
Easyjet.co.uk -Cheap flights available from Easyjet.co.uk from London Airports to Athens airport
British Airways (1 from LGW and 2 from LHR daily) for Athens airport
Hellas Jet (1 from LGW and 1 from LHR daily) for Athens airport
Olympic Airways (2 daily from LHR only) for Athens airport and Kalamata

For getting to Monemvasia, you are best off hiring a car from your arrival airport – Holiday Autos offer a convenient and competitively-priced service, using local suppliers such as Europcar and Thrifty.
If by any chance they cannot fulfil your needs, you can try local outfits in Monemvasia area. We cooperate with local rental firms and we will be more than happy to assist you find the right one at very competitive prices.

Taxis are another possibility - much cheaper than anywhere else in Europe .
Our property can also arrange private transfers at very low prices. Please contact us for more details.

Alternatively the bus service (KTEL) is regular and reliable. The rail network (OSE) is limited, slow and often late, but the routes are romantic, especially in the Peloponnese.

The villa is 5 kilometers ( 3 miles) from the city of Monemvasia. When you arrive in Monemvasia city centre, you simply take the road heading south. When you leave Monemvasia you will see signs for 'KASTELA' and 'AGIA PARASKEVI'. Follow the signs for 'KASTELA' and when you reach a junction take the direction for 'XIFIAS'. After 1.5 kilometres you will see 'AKTI NEFELI HOTEL'. Keep going and after 150 meters you will see 'Xifoupolis Apartments & Studios'. Proceed to the reception, where we will be waiting for you. We hand you the keys and escort you to the villa.

If you need more details and driving / travel instructions, please contact us with your request. We can send you maps, which will help you to plan your trip with ease.

Activities near Monemvasia

Facilities

Further details indoors:
Fully equipped 4 bedroom villa.

Further details outdoors:
Large garden area wih barbecue facilities.
Only 450 meters from the best sandy beaches of Monemvasia

Further details

Residents of the villa can enjoy a large swimming pool absolutely free of charge.

Rental rates

Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
April - June	1 Apr 07	1 Jul 07	490£  490	0-	0-	1 Week
July - August	1 Jul 07	1 Sep 07	690£  690	0-	0-	1 Week
September - March	1 Sep 07	1 Apr 08	350£  350	0-	0-	1 Week

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
10% discount for early bookings (56 days before arrival)
10% discount for two weeks
20% discount for three weeks

Guestbook

"Excellent place to spend your holidays! My kids loved the swimming pool and everything was at a short distance from the property. There is even a convenient store, which is handy for everyday needs. We loved it!


"La maison est superbement située. Calme et environnement, vue sur la mer de la terrace très conviviale. La maison offre plein de possibilité et le jardin est très pratique. De plus M.et Mme E s'occupe de leur locataire à merveille (Hospitalité, accueil). Nous avons passé une semaine de plein repos et de détente."

"nous avons été enchantés par la maison, très typique, au coeur du village, avec une vue exceptionnelle depuis la terrace. Nous avons été très bien accueillis, avec des petites attentions charmantes, malgré les difficultés de communication. Il faudrait peut-être préciser qu'une voiture est indispensable."

"Buona posizione con buona veduta, attrezzature adeguate alle necessità, alloggio comodo per gruppi numerosi, ottima ospitalità e discreta facilità d'accesso."

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Contact details for home 8396 Please mention Holiday Lettings
Name:	Efstratios Georgoudis
Tel:	+30 27320 66452
Fax:	+30 27320 66440
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