Suitable for children of all ages Suitable for the elderly or infirm
Notes:
Pets welcome No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
This is the island where Mamma Mia was filmed and is even more beautiful than it looks in the film.
Villa Asteri is one of the largest villas on the island set in mature gardens with private swimming pool, located 2 minutes walk from Kolios beach. A 10 minute drive from Skiathos town.
A bright and spacious villa set over 2 floors with the bedrooms located on the ground floor. Most bedrooms have external doors opening out on to a shaded ground floor terrace or the lawned garden. There is also a small living room on the ground floor.
The main living area is situated on the first floor with spacious kitchen, dining and living areas, opening out on to a 1000 sq.ft. terrace with fantastic views of the beach, Kolios bay and the mountains beyond. Perfect for large adult groups or families with children.
If you are planning a wedding on Skiathos, this would be the perfect base for the bridal party. The villa is only a 5 minute drive from the Princess Hotel which is a very popular wedding venue.
Aerial view of Villa Asteri
Beach near Villa Asteri
Terrace with BBQ
Living Area
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The Sporades/Evia region
Skiathos is only 46 sq km, but many people choose to return for their holidays year after year for the simple fact that it has amongst the best beaches of the Greek islands, good quality tavernas, but most of all because it is still relatively unspoilt.
It is a lush, green island with over 60 beaches and depending on where you stay, you can have a quiet, relaxing holiday or a more active one enjoying water sports, tennis, horse riding and enjoying the night-life. The locals mainly live off tourism and agriculture. They grow olives, fruit and walnuts and there is both local honey and wine. Many of the islanders leave the island in the winter and work on the mainland.
Skiathos is a popular summer resort for British and Scandinavian holidaymakers. The Greeks also love Skiathos, and many wealthy Athenians have second homes here.
Skiathos / Kolios area
Even though Skiathos is such a small island, there are quite a few things to see. In Skiathos town you can discover the tiny winding streets, boutiques and souvenir shops.
There is also the Bourtzi, a tiny peninsula in the harbour which used to be a Venetian citadel, with remains of the 13 century wall and canons. Here, you can enjoy concerts, art exhibitions and puppet shows for children in the open air theatre.
The Evangelistra monastery is situated a 20 minute drive outside the town. It has some amazing surroundings and is open for the public. Children love the collection of cats, birds and dogs that live here. Evangelistra also has a small museum with various objects from its history. There is also an excellent shop here where you can buy icons, crucifixes, plates, T-shirts and even wine. There is a small, white bus that goes between the monastery and town several times a day.
You can also visit the medieval town of Kastro, either by going on one of the boat trips around the island, or driving almost all the way and then walking. Don't miss the Church of Christ and the old houses.
Kolios itself is set overlooking a beautiful bay. There is a taverna on the beach and near to the villa is Infinity Blue, a well known restaurant on the island which has attracted the likes of Pierce Brosnan and Roman Abramovich (as well as other rather less wealthy Greek and English families!).
How to get there
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Skiathos: 9 km
Ferry:
Skiathos: 8 km
15 minute drive from Skiathos airport. Direct flights from most European countries from May to end of October (search on travelsupermarket.com or travelrepublic.com) or 20 minute connecting flight from Athens with Olympic Airlines.
Car hire is recommended to explore the North of the island but is by no means essential. We recommend Victoria Car Rental.
There is a regular air conditioned bus service running from Skiathos town to Koukounaries beach. Bus stop number 15 is 2 minutes walk from the villa.
Activities near Skiathos
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Horse Riding Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation Good nightlife Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
DVD player, Sea view
General:
Air conditioning, TV, CD player
Standard:
Kettle, Toaster, Iron
Utilities:
Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer
Rooms:
Bedrooms (5), Bathrooms (1), En suite (2), Shower rooms (1), Separate WCs (5)
Furniture:
Single beds (5), Double beds (3), Cots (1), Dining seating for 11, Lounge seating for 11, Sleeps maximum of 11
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Secure parking
Further details indoors: Bedrooms: Bedroom 1 with double bed and extra single/day bed. Bedroom 2 with double bed. Bedroom 3 with twin beds. Bedroom 4 with double bed and en-suite shower/wet room. Bedroom 5 with twin beds and en-suite shower/wet room. Bathrooms: Bathroom 1 with large walk-in shower, sink and WC. Bathroom 2 with large bath, sink and WC. Bedroom 4 and 5 each have their own en-suite bathroom with shower, sink and WC. Separate WC on first floor. Kitchen: Fridge, freezer, microwave, cooker, hob, dishwasher. Living Rooms: First floor living area comprises large open plan room with air conditioning, LCD TV and DVD player. Separate breakfast room with large windows opening on to terrace. The terrace is furnished with a large dining table and comfortable L-shaped wicker sofa. Other: Bedrooms 1, 2 and 3 are accessed through the main front door. Bedrooms 4 and 5 have their own external entrances and have an interconnecting door which can be locked.
Further details outdoors: The front of the villa looks over Kolios Bay and is shaded by tall pine trees. The rear garden is partly paved and partly lawned with a kidney shaped swimming pool. The outside areas are fully equipped with wooden sun loungers, comfortable seating and dining tables and chairs.
Further details
Towels and linen are included (not beach towels - please bring your own).
Light clean once during the week including change of bath towels.
Our housekeeper, who lives next door to the villa is also happy to provide a babysitting/childminding service at the villa. In addition, any additional cleaning or housekeeping can be arranged directly with her.
Xanthi studio apartments (behind Villa Asteri) can also accommodate extra guests should you have more than 11 people in your group. Please contact them for further details 00306977404436.
Conditions
20% discount off the rental price of the second week of any two week booking.
A deposit of 30% is payable on booking. Balance payable 6 weeks before arrival. We strongly recommend that you take out fully comprehensive travel insurance as the deposit is non-refundable.
If there are other guests arriving on the day of your departure, we will ask you to vacate the villa at 10.30am and arriving guests will not be allowed to move into the villa until 3.30pm.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: Euros €
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Prices for group size 11
Period
From
To
Weekly
Nightly rate
Minimum stay
Weekday
Weekend
2 July - 3 September 2010
2 Jul 10
3 Sep 10
4800£4,000
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1 Week
3-24 September 2010
3 Sep 10
24 Sep 10
3750£3,125
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1 Week
24 September - 29 October
24 Sep 10
29 Oct 10
2750£2,292
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1 Week
6-27 May 2011
6 May 11
27 May 11
2750£2,292
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1 Week
27 May - 1 July 2011
27 May 11
1 Jul 11
3150£2,625
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1 Week
1 July - 2 September 2011
1 Jul 11
2 Sep 11
4800£4,000
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1 Week
2-23 September 2011
2 Sep 11
23 Sep 11
3750£3,125
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0-
1 Week
23 September - 28 October
23 Sep 11
28 Oct 11
2750£2,292
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0-
1 Week
72
Prices for group size 7
Period
From
To
Weekly
Nightly rate
Minimum stay
Weekday
Weekend
2 July - 3 September 2010
2 Jul 10
3 Sep 10
4800£4,000
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0-
1 Week
3-24 September 2010
3 Sep 10
24 Sep 10
3000£2,500
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1 Week
24 September - 29 October
24 Sep 10
29 Oct 10
2200£1,833
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1 Week
6-27 May 2011
6 May 11
27 May 11
2200£1,833
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0-
1 Week
27 May - 1 July 2011
27 May 11
1 Jul 11
2550£2,125
0-
0-
1 Week
1 July - 2 September 2011
1 Jul 11
2 Sep 11
4800£4,000
0-
0-
1 Week
2-23 September 2011
2 Sep 11
23 Sep 11
3000£2,500
0-
0-
1 Week
23 September - 28 October
23 Sep 11
28 Oct 11
2200£1,833
0-
0-
1 Week
72
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Bedrooms 1, 2 and 3 are accessed through the main front door. Bedrooms 4 and 5 have en suite shower rooms, their own external entrances and have an interconnecting door which can be locked.
Tariff for 7 persons includes rental of whole house except for bedrooms 4 and 5.
Guestbook for Villa Asteri
"Such a beautiful location! We have enjoyed having breakfast overlooking the beach and drinks on the terrace in the evenings watching the fishing boats coming in to Kolios Bay. The children have had a wonderful time swimming at the beach in the morning and then coming back to the swimming pool at the house in the afternoon for a bit of shade. You were right about the car - there is such a good selection of tavernas nearby, we hardly needed to use it. We will definitely be coming back next year!" Mrs Rogers
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Victoria Blanchard
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