The Old Stone House & Papous' House

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Both properties are on the edge of the old village of Agaliani, a 10 minute drive up into the hills from the sea. There are beautiful views from both properties of the sea and mountains behind.The village is a step back in time - very peaceful and quiet with the sound of goats and donkeys and the church bells on Sundays. There is a very simple but rather wonderful taverna in the village. The roads up from Agaliani take you into the mountains where waterfalls, ancient sites and villages cling to hillsides.

Accommodation for:

2-6 people in the Old Stone House (3 bedrooms)

2-4 people in Papous' House (2 bedrooms)

10 people (6 bedrooms) in the Old Stone House & Papous' House combined.

NB. Prices quoted are for 4 people per property.
please ask for prices for more than four persons

The Old Stone House
The Old Stone House has a wall running around the garden perimeter which includes olive and coconut trees and the pool (Small swimming pool, 11 square metres with two sun terraces). There are 5 terraces in all, including at least three dining areas, one covered for shade. Hooks are in place for hammocks to be hung near the pool or on one of the lower terraces near the mulberry tree. The whole house has been designed with safety gates for small children on all steps and stairs as well as on both routes to the pool. In addition the walled garden combines both privacy and security. The main room is exceptionally large and takes up most of the first floor - with glass replacing most of the sea facing wall to give views of Kefalonia and Zante as well as the village below. The bathroom is a beautifully designed and spacious room where the tub has wonderful views (plus shower fitting). The extra shower is outside on the main terrace below the pool (with hot and cold water) and is wonderful in summer, but not winter!

Papous' House
This very stylish studio conversion from an old stone building is on the edge of the village of Agaliani, right opposite The Old Stone House. All the charm and warmth of the old building has been kept with modern comfort, air conditioning and double fronted glass across the front wall to allow lovely views of the mountains around; this opens out onto a walled terrace with hammock, coconut tree and outside dining area. The locals call it 'The Villa' as appreciation of its new found glory. The main double bedroom lies on a mezzanine level reached via a hand made spiral staircase. The second bedroom has two bunk beds. The bathroom has a bath and washing machine. Mountain bikes are available for hire and walks and bike rides literally start at the front door in all directions. The road does not go past this point so no cars will pass by as you sit on your terrace contemplating life. It becomes a track leading off to olive groves in one direction and the sea in the other. It is ideal for those seeking tranquillity and nature. The studio is air-conditioned in summer - though we have rarely felt the need to use it. In winter the stove fire or the wall heater are more than ample to heat the whole studio.

Old Stone House & Papous' House combined

10+ people : 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3WCs, plus terrace shower

Combined, the two properties will sleep 10 comfortably. It would be ideal for 2 families or a family wanting separate accommodation option for grandparents or nannies, etc. The properties are both walled and gated in beautifully designed whitewashed stone - a Moorish look. They are separated by a small track - so if you rent both, then all the occupants can use the outside facilities of both properties, wandering across to the small pool or just lying on one of the many terraces or in a hammock. Because the local Greeks sleep in the summer afternoons (the 'Mesi Meri') we have decided that this is not available to large groups who wish to party and make a noise. We wish them well but not in this tranquil spot.

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MOUNTAIN BIKES are available for hire please ask for details.

SUMMARY

Property type: 2 detached units
Accommodation type: self-catering
Location type: mountain, near the sea
Theme: away from it all, family
Suitability: children welcome, long term renters welcome, pets considered, unsuitable for elderly or infirm, wheelchair inaccessible

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Daily cleaning services are arrangeable at extra cost in advance.
Extra beds/people may be possible please ask.

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Old Stone House

Old Stone House pool

Old Stone House - main room

Old Stone House - front terrace

Old Stone House - pool-side terrace

Papous' House

Papous' House - sitting area

Papous' House - door

Papous' House - terrace

Papous' House - stair up to mezzanine bedroom

Papou's House - terrace

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