Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or less) Corporate bookings House-swap
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Flexible
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Car advised
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May take pets - please enquire Suitable for children Smokers welcome Self-catering
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Welcome to Erin Villa. We are Brian and Eileen and our goal is to provide you with the perfect location for your dream Cyprus holiday, one which you will remember, cherish and hopefully relive in future years. Erin Villa can deliver this for you and this is how....
Let’s look at location for starters. Erin Villa is situated in the prestigious Secret Valley area, 12 minutes drive from Paphos airport, 15 minutes from Paphos town with all its activity, nightlife, attractions and charming harbour and 3 minutes drive from the magnificent Secret Valley golf course. The motorway which accesses Paphos and Limassol is 3 minutes away. Secret Valley is well named, the views of rolling mountains and unspoiled valleys have to be seen to be appreciated and all this is 3 minutes from your nearest beach, which is close to the entrance to Secret Valley.
Locally, the villages of Kouklia, Mandria (5 minutes drive) and Pissouri (10 minutes drive) will offer you the opportunity to soak up the genuine Cypriot hospitality in a traditional tavern, a culinary experience not to be missed.
Erin Villa sleeps 8 and will appeal to a wide cross section of people seeking different holiday experiences. For families, the whole of southern Cyprus and Paphos in particular, offers an enormous range of activities for all ages, from beaches to waterparks, cycling to horse riding, breathtaking scenic walks and all things in between from adventure to total relaxation. You will never be stuck for something to do in this incredible place, your only problem will be fitting it all in. And yes, you can also ski in the Troodos mountains in the winter months, about an hour and a half away from Secret Valley. How’s that for variety? For golfers, Secret Valley is your dream location. Take your pick of Secret Valley’s own luxurious facilities just three minutes drive from the villa. An 18 hole, Par 72, 6120 metres championship golf course set in a spectacular setting of mature trees with beautiful sculpted rock formations all around. Or go “next door” to Aphrodite Hills (5 minutes drive) a 6269m par 70/71 championship course, also stunning in its presentation and with superb facilities. Or venture a bit further to Tsada, about 20-25 minutes from Erin Villa, Tsada Golf Club nestles in the foothills of the Troodos Mountains, 500 metres above sea level, so cooler in the summer. A challenging 18 hole course laid out in 2 loops of 9 holes blending beautifully with the natural environment of fruit trees, vines and streams, 6000 metres in length and par 71. It has a clubhouse and restaurant with green fees similar to Secret Valley.
We have put an enormous amount of time, effort and thought into creating a standard of luxury in Erin Villa which will complement your perfect Cyprus experience and we are confident that everything the villa has to offer you as your home, for whatever period of time you stay, will achieve that for you. Read on further about the facilities this beautiful house will provide for you and more about the area and attractions. We have fallen in love with the place and we think you will too.
Pool and patio area
Private gardens, pool, barbeque and patio
Luxury kitchen and breakfast bar area
Living room
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The Paphos District
There is so much to see and do in and around Paphos that it would take far too long to detail it all here. In the next section you will find some of our suggestions for activities and family attractions however when exploring the Paphos area here are a few other experiences which you should definitely try to fit in.
Acropolis
Near the modern Paphos lighthouse is sited a complex of ancient buildings, including a Roman Odeon, built in the 2nd century AD, which has been restored and is now used for summer orchestral and stage performances. The Odeon was the focus of the ancient city centre, of which some ruins still remain in the area. South of the Odeon are the remnants of the Roman Temple of Asclepius, the God of Medicine, and north of the lighthouse are the ruins of the ancient town walls.
Baths of Aphrodite
A romantic side trip from Paphos is a visit to the natural grotto on the Akamas Peninsula near Polis (30 miles/48km north of Pahpos) where legend has it that the Greek goddess of love, Aphrodite, used to take her baths. The serene pool, shaded by a fig tree and surrounded by beautiful examples of maindenhair fern, can be reached by nature trails from Akamas.
Catacombs
A large pistachio tree marks the entrance to the underground catacombs of Agia Solomoni in Kato Paphos. The tree is a strange sight, festooned as it usually is with pieces of cloth tied onto it by the faithful as offerings, in the hope that this sacred tree will cure various ailments. The catacombs themselves were carved into Fabrica hill, below the ancient Roman city wall, in the 4th century BC, and later became chapels for the early Christians. The underground chapels feature some interesting frescoes and graffiti left by 13th-century Crusaders, and there are numerous legends and stories attached to the patron saint Ayia Solomoni. Visitors are advised to take a torch along to explore the catacombs.
The Mosiacs of Paphos The striking mosaic floors in a series of ancient Roman noblemen’s villas, dating from the third to fifth century AD, are a must-see for visitors to Paphos. The site where the villas are still being excavated can be found about 300 metres from the Paphos harbour. The mosaics featuring mythological scenes are visible in the houses of Dionysus, Orpheus and Aion, and the Villa of Theseus. All were made of small cubes of marble and stone, called tesserae, with glass paste added to widen the range of colour. In the House of Dionysus, for example, 5,985 square feet (556 sq metres) of floor space in 14 rooms are covered with the gorgeous mosaics. Tombs of the Kings There are actually no kings buried here. Rather the site known as the Tombs of the Kings, one mile (2km) northwest of Paphos harbour towards Coral Bay, was the final resting place of about 100 Ptolemaic aristocrats who lived and died in the city between 3 BC and 3 AD. The tombs are impressive, carved out of solid rock, some featuring Doric pillars and frescoed walls. Archaeological excavations are ongoing at the site, which also features a church known as Paleoekklisia, which sports traces of Byzantine frescoes.
Kato Paphos
This is the main tourist area of Paphos where you will find a magnificent array of restaurants, bars, shops and entertainment. The harbour area is a bustling, lively place by day or night and is the perfect venue to sit down, enjoy a drink or a meal and watch the world go by.
Secret Valley Resort / Ha Potami Phase B area
Erin Villa is superbly located in the prestigious Secret Valley development and a multitude of attractions, activities and opportunities are available to you within a very short drive.
The Secret Valley Golf Course is a highly prestigious golf course located in the renowned area of "Petra tou Romiou", the legendary birthplace of Aphrodite, the Goddess of love. It is set in a scenic valley surrounded by mature trees and beautiful natural rock formations. The course is consistently appearing as the preferred course amongst the island's visiting players
The spacious clubhouse with its restaurant and bar facilities is an excellent spot to relax after a good game of golf. The interior of wood and stone is a pleasant surprise, and the level of comfort has to be experienced to be believed It is o pen daily from 07.00 – 19.00 with an la carte menu in the lovely restaurant with magnificent views. Try to eat here at least once, you won't be disappointed. Friday and Saturday evening the kitchen will be open until 22.00. Sundays offer a Carvery lunch buffet.
Erin Villa is situated only 3 minutes drive from the sea, and there is a nature reserve and nature trail which follows the coastline to Aphrodites Rock, it is ideal for ramblers and joggers, and has panoramic views over the sea and stunning, unspoiled coastline.
Our favourites places close by include:
Pissouri:- a beautful old town standing on a hilltop, about 12 minutes drive up the coast from Secret Valley. You’ll find family owned restaurants in the village square, with friendly, Cypriot hospitality, shops, water sports, including wind surfing and jet skis. The beach is lovely with plenty to do and restaurants available.
Koukila Village: Is only 5 minutes drive and has traditional taverns which are very reasonably priced. Its a great spot for an evening meal on your way back from a day in Paphos.
Aphrodite Hills; Just 5 minutes away Aphrodite Hills offers a superb variety of dining and activities. The magnificent 18-hole golf course follows the scenic contours of the two plateaux, its challenging fairways cutting a swathe through lakes, olive and carob trees. The course is widely regarded among the very best the Mediterranean can offer.
Restaurants and taverns at Aphrodite Hills:
Pithari Tavern offers guests the opportunity to try traditional Cypriot cooking and serves traditional tavern-type food in either the meze a la carte. The menu is a variety of Greek and Cypriot meat and fish dishes prepared in an authentic manner
Anoi Pub & Bar is a popular meeting place which serves various draft and bottled beers, an exciting wine list and delicious offerings from steaks and potato skins to fajitas and spicy chicken wings, potato skins, mozzarella dips and spicy chicken wings, quickly prepared steaks, ribs and some traditional Mexican food like fajitas and the traditional juicy hamburgers. Desserts, ice creams and smoothies are also available.
Zimi Pizza & Pasta is a traditional over the counter restaurant with a great variety of freshly made pizzas and calzones, oven-baked pasta dishes and pasta classics prepared to order, and a fresh salad bar for quick service.
Platia Coffee Shop-Ouzerie is a traditional Cypriot Coffee Shop serving coffee made in the utzaki and served with with lizos—the traditional Paphos delights. The coffee shop also serves traditional Middle Eastern and preserved sweets, a variety of olive and cheese pies (Cyprus and Greek style), and other local puff pastry specialties.
Gefsis Gelateria & Crêperie serves top quality Häagen Dazs ice cream, served in homemade cones of different flavours, either for seated consumption or to be sealed and taken away. Confectionary creations are also prepared along with ice cream serving such as pancakes, belgian crêpes and waffles, complete with a variety of toppings.
The Spa The Retreat Spa at Aphrodite Hills is an experience you will not want to miss if you appreciate the last word in pampering and luxury. It offers a cool serenity with monastic interior and tranquil surroundings, where superb facilities and an expert team of therapists to look after all your requirements.
Paphos: Is about 15 minutes drive and offers, a large variety of restaurants, bars and shops, its harbour is always buzzing, and boats trips, and the hire of boats can be done here, as well as fishing trips and diving. There is also a fantastic water park and an excellent go Kart track in Paphos. All the following activities are available in, or very close to, Paphos; diving, golf, horse riding, mountain biking, paragliding, sailing, surfing, swimming, tennis, walking, water skiing and wind-surfing
About 75 minutes drive from Erin Villa are the stunning, picturesque, Troodos Mountains, where you can ski Mount Olympus from January to March. Cyprus truly is diverse in the experiences it offers to holiday makers.
In the villa you will find a comprehensive folder filled with advertising material and leaflets relating to many of the activities and attractions mentioned above.
How to get there
Contact the owner for further details on the best way to reach this property.
Activities near Secret Valley Resort
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Waterpark Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation A winter sun break Good nightlife Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
DVD player, Sea view
General:
Central heating, Air conditioning, TV, CD player, Safe, Satellite TV
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