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Apartment |2 bedrooms |Sleeps 4

Pissouri Village in Pissouri

From £328 per week |  From £52 per night

1 night minimum stay

Changeover flexible

4 out of 5

1 review | Write a review

Key info  Swimming pool, beach or lakeside relaxation, air conditioning, balcony/terrace, car advised, no pets allowed

About the home

Quietly nestling within the traditional and idyllic Cypriot hillside village of Pissouri, Epicurea is situated within five minutes stroll from the charming market square with its variety of relaxing tavernas and bars. Surrounded by countryside renowned for its historic vineyards, Epicurea is five minutes drive from the sandy beaches of Pissouri Bay, fifteen minutes drive from the first-class golf courses of Aphrodite Hills and the Secret Valley, half an hour from the bustling towns of Paphos and Limassol, and one hour from the summit of the dramatic Troodos Mountains.

Epicurea is a new, well-appointed, easy-access, ground-floor apartment. With twin terraces, a barbecue, shared swimming pool and secure parking, Epicurea is a perfect summer base for two or four adults or families with children, and ideal for couples seeking a quiet Mediterranean retreat from the English winter.

Facilities

Further details indoors:
With its open-plan living and dining accommodation opening onto north and south facing private terraces, and two shower-rooms (one en-suite), this newly built and tastefully furnished apartment has been equipped to cater for your comfort and enjoyment. Apart from the standard amenities, a small range of books, DVDs, and games (e.g. playing cards, chess and backgammon) are provided for your entertainment. A range of lamps and uplighters allow for soft interior lighting, thereby facilitating the option of romantic, candle-lit dinners. A satellite dish allows acces to English-language films, news and sport. Wi-fi internet access is available through a village service.

Both bedrooms are well-appointed with large fitted wardrobes and ample storage cupboards, whilst the master bedroom has an en-suite shower-room and the added benefit of a small security safe.

All electrical sockets are of the three square-pin variety (as used in the United Kingdom). An electric shaving socket is provided in the main shower-room.

Further details outdoors:
Complete with its own table, chairs and sun parasole, the large barbecue terrace (with outside lighting) is ideal for al-fresco dining. Alternatively, deck loungers allow for relaxation on either of the terraces or around the poolside, with the option of choosing between sun or shaded areas. Beach towels are provided. A cooler-bag and ice blocks are also provided for picnic excursions.

Built within a gated complex, Epicurea has its own dedicated and secure parking bay adjacent to a side gate giving access to the rear terrace. Wheelchair access is possible from the rear, and there is an additional parking space to the front of the property specifically dedicated for disabled drivers.

The swimming pool is within its own enclosure and is easily viewed from the front terrace, making it easy to supervise younger children.

Further details

Our English-speaking housekeeper will meet you upon your arrival and, in the unlikely event that one arises during your stay, will assist with any problems in respect to the property .

A welcome pack can be provided on arrival if required (with payment made directly to our housekeeper).

We would very much appreciate our guests respecting the no-smoking policy within the property.

Whilst wheel chair access is possible as far as the rear door, we must point out that the layout of the furnishings does not easily allow for a wheelchair to be used indoors. However, there are no internal steps, and the showers are easily accessed by the less-abled.

For guests staying for longer then one week, our housekeeper will change the towels and bedlinen every seven days. (Please note that there is no daily maid service).

The cost of air-conditioning is included within the rental fee. However, please use the air-conditioning with consideration. Do not run it with the windows and doors open, and be sure to switch it off when the property is empty.

Finally, we warmly welcome you as our guests and hope you enjoy your stay - but please remember that Epicurea is also our home in Cyprus, and as such, we would appreciate you giving it your respect. Thank you.

Conditions

BOOKING:
A 25% non-refundable deposit is required at the time of booking, with the balance due 8 weeks before the arrival date. Where bookings are made within 8 weeks of the arrival date, the full amount is payable at the time of booking.

CHANGE-OVER DAY:
Whenever possible, arrival dates and timings are flexible, dependent upon previous or subsequent occupancy. However, as a guide, the apartment can be occupied from 3pm on the day of arrival and should be vacated by 10am on the day of departure. Any requests to the contrary should be agreed in advance.

ADDITIONAL TOWELS & LINEN;
If additional bedlinen or towels are required during the course of your stay, an additional charge will be incurred (payable directly to the housekeeper).

FURTHER DETAILS:
Upon receipt of your final balance, you will be sent an information pack with all relevant details and contact numbers for your stay at Epicurea .

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Epicurea's stylish interior

 

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Barbecue terrace for al-fresco dining

 

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The swimming pool

 

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Pissouri's village square

The Limassol region

With the magnificent Mount Olympus at the summit of the Troodos Mountains to the north, and edged to the south by some 160km (100 miles) of mediterranean coastline and beaches (including the UK Sovereign military peninsula of Episkopi and Akrotiri), the Limassol District is one of the most beautiful areas of Cyprus.

Blessed by blue skies, sunshine and low humidity for best part of the year, and winters which are mild, Cyprus is very much an all-year round destination. Rainfall in winter is just enough to keep the countryside green, whilst the Troodos mountains are high enough to attract a decent snow-fall. It is true that, in winter, one can ski on Mount Olympus in the morning and swim in the mediteranean in the afternoon!

An island renowned as the mythical birth-place of Aphrodite (the Greek goddess of love and beauty), Cyprus has a colourful history dating back to at least 10,000 BC. In more recent times, it has been under the control of the Knights Hospitallers of the Order of St John in the 13th century (whose castle still stands at Kolossi, just west of Limassol) and was a British colony from 1925 until 1960. The splendid archaelogical site of the 7th century city of Kourion (Curium), with its reconstructed amphitheatre, is one of the district's gems.

The Troodos mountains boast several monasteries and churches that are counted among UNESCO's World Heritage Sites, the richest and most famous of which is the Kykkos monastery.

The Pissouri / Pissouri Village area

Residents of Pissouri rightly describe the village and bay as '...a place set by nature on the edge of heaven' (www.about-pissouri.com).

The traditional Cypriot village has a wonderful selection of tavernas and bars, banks, shops (including a book shop), an internet cafe and a post office, as well as a taxi-office and surgeries for a local doctor and a dentist.
During the summer season, the village hosts a popular 'Cyprus Night' of music, dancing and feasting on every Wednesday evening in the village square.

If that is not enough, Pissouri also has its own amphitheatre, which regularly hosts concerts, military bands and traditional Cypriot displays.

Pissouri Bay is ideal for watersports and safe swimming, and is famous for its nesting turtles. The Bay also hosts a 4-star hotel - with high quality restaurants, ideal for that special occasion.

The nearby resort of Paphos provides the additional attractions of a wide-range of quality shops, sea-fishing, horse-riding and a water park. Whilst scattered around the whole area are many charming villages and wineries, each with something different to offer the visitor.

How to get there

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Flights are available from most local UK and international airports. Compare airline prices and flight-times at: www.skyscanner.net

Fly to:

Paphos Airport - 20km drive (20 mins) from Pissouri - choice of motorway or scenic coastal route past Aphrodite's Rock.

Larnaca Airport - 90km drive (60 mins) from Pissouri - easy, straight-forward motorway driving.

Nearest Ferry: Limassol (20km).

Taxis are easily available and can be pre-booked in advance from:
www.resorthoppa.com/destinations/cyprus.asp

Car Rentals:

Hiring a car is a must if you are to make the best of this beautiful island. Major routes are well sign-posted in English, and you drive on the left side of the road. Compare prices at: www.economycarrentals.com

(For car hire from Larnaca, we recommend Stavros Koukounis of Koukounis Rent-a-Car Ltd. E-mail: koukrent@spidernet.com.cy).

Please feel free to enquire should further information be required.

Precise directions to Epicurea will be sent upon confirmation of booking.

Activities near Pissouri

Reviews

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28 Oct 2011

“Very comfortable apartment” This is the most comfortable apartment of the many that we have rented over the years. Having a king size bed was really good and the second bedroon, which was the same size as the main one, has two extra large single beds. Many apartments or villas that we have rented, have a good main bedroom and poor second bedroom. Here they are identical. The two shower-rooms are the same size, except one is en-suite to the main bedroom. The lounge has two large comfortable leather settees, a satellite TV (with a limited selection of channels) and a DVD player. There is also a large dining table and chairs. The kitchen is very well equipped with all that is needed for cooking. A washing machine, dishwasher and microwave are provided. We cooked a number of meals and enjoyed sitting outside on the terrace. We found a good Deli - run by a chef, who made a range of meals each day, which can be ordered. He has cakes and a super Lemon Meringue Pie! He is next to the Butcher and Galata Supermarket. The apartment is within easy walking distance of the village supermarkets, restaurants and theatre. Most of the other apartments are residental and we found everybody to be very friendly. This is the best located apartment in the complex. The rear terrace looks over a field to a wooded hillside and is in sunshine for most of the day. I am sure that we will use this apartment again. Wi-fi is arranged on the village network and cost us 15 euros for two and a half weeks.

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Guestbook for Epicurea

May 09
"Our first time in Cyprus, let alone Pissouri. What a wonderful place! The apartment was very comfortable and felt just like 'home from home'. It has even made us start thinking about a place of our own! Thank you for everything." James & Anna (North Yorkshire).

July 09
"Call that a barbecue? I thought we were going to have to do a hog roast for the entire village!"
Mark (Kent)

April 10
"Thank you for the information you supplied us with. It is the most comprehensive pack we have ever received."
MH (Worcs)

June 10
"We really enjoyed our stay in your apartment you have furnished it beautifully credit to you, most rented apartments are really basic and it was lovely to stay in one that we didn't really want to leave. Your Cypriot neighbours were a lovely young couple."
MH (Worcs)

June 10
"I want to let you know that we really enjoyed the stay in your house."
BK (Nicosia)

July 10
"We had a fantastic time in Cyprus. The apartment was really lovely and very comfortable and Maggie was very helpful on arrival and throughout our stay. We were very impressed with Pissouri, particularly its location on the side of the hill. From our point of view there is nothing that could have been improved upon. We certainly hope to return to Cyprus in future and would certainly consider staying at Epicurea again. Thanks for your very efficient preparation for our visit too."
CM (East Sussex)

Aug 10
Thanks for a wonderful stay at your home in Pissouri.
PD (Bedfordshire)

Sept 10
We did have a wonderful time in Cyprus.We loved your house and felt at home from the first day.
MC (Greece)

Oct 10
My family and I had a wonderful time and the accomodation was first rate. We must commend you on the comfort and quality of the beds as well since this can make or break a holiday as we've discovered in the past!
We will probably be over a few more times in the future and would not hesitate to rent your apartment again.
GG (Falkirk)

July 11
The accommodation was super, we loved Pissouri, and Cyprus was delightful. We will return.
DG (Staffs)

Aug 11
Thank you so much. Your apartment was fantastic.
SE (London)

Oct 11
We have had a wonderful time and appreciate the comfort of the apartment. I think it is the best of the many that we have used.
DL (Lincolnshire)

Nov 11
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in such a delightful apartment
BY (Hants)

Rental prices

Prices for group size 4
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Jan - Feb 2012	2 Jan 12	1 Mar 12	328£ 328	5252	6262	Flexible
Mar 2012	1 Mar 12	31 Mar 12	355£ 355	5353	6363	Flexible
Easter	31 Mar 12	15 Apr 12	433£ 433	6565	7575	Flexible
Apr 2012	15 Apr 12	21 Apr 12	423£ 423	6262	7272	Flexible
May Holiday 2012	21 Apr 12	6 May 12	433£ 433	6565	7575	Flexible
May 2012	6 May 12	26 May 12	423£ 423	6262	7272	Flexible
June - Sept 2012	26 May 12	1 Oct 12	458£ 458	7070	8080	Flexible
October 2012	1 Oct 12	1 Nov 12	423£ 423	6262	7272	Flexible
Nov 2012	1 Nov 12	1 Dec 12	355£ 355	5353	6363	Flexible
Dec 2012	1 Dec 12	1 Jan 13	335£ 335	5353	6363	Flexible
Jan - Feb 2013	1 Jan 13	1 Mar 13	335£ 335	5353	6363	Flexible

The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.

WEEKEND NIGHTLY RATES:

Weekends include Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

SECURITY/BREAKAGES DEPOSIT:

Please note that a refundable deposit of £100 is required to cover any damage or breakages. This should be paid with your final payment.

Please report any breakages or damages within the property to the housekeeper on your departure (or telephone or email us immediately on your return home). This is to ensure repairs can be made and items replaced in good time for our next guests. The deposit will not be unreasonably withheld and will only be non-refundable if significant damage or breakage has occured.

PAYMENT:

Prices are quoted, and payment should normally be made, in Pounds Sterling. However, it may at times be possible to accept payment in Euros (at an exchange rate agreed at the time of payment).

DISCOUNTS:

A discount may be available for long-term rentals (i.e. one month or more). Please feel free to discuss your requirements.

CHANGES TO ADVERTISED RATES

We reserve the right to alter the advertised rates at any time and without prior notice.

Availability

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2 years listed You are contacting Robert Jaggs-Fowler Landline n/a Mobile +44 0797 1098685 Web Visit site Languages spoken The owner is based in the United Kingdom and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2009. This apartment has received 1 review from previous guests.