3 Bedroom lux cottage
About this place
Built in 1870, this luxurious suite sitting at the first floor of a stone residence, engulfed by the forest, awaits to offer you endless moments of relaxation and comfort. Upon entering you will find yourself in an open plan kitchen with dining area, beyond which extend three spacious bedrooms, each with a queen size bed and two bathrooms with a bathtub. The kitchen and the bathrooms are all fully equipped with all the necessary appliances and amenities you are going to need for a comfortable stay. The residence offers big spacious balconies, where you can sit and enjoy the view of the mountains and the forest. The picturesque and idyllic village of Ano Vlasia has a mini-market, cafe and restaurant, but for a bigger variety you may also visit Kalavryta.
Neighborhood & Nearby places
The location of the residence is ideal for every type of traveler. From sole travelers, seeking adventure and new experiences, to groups of friends and families, the Highlands of Achaia have a great bunch to offer. Ano Vlasia is a lively mountainous village, 30 minutes away from Kalavryta, with traditional architecture aging back to the 18th century. Walking around, you will discover houses made fully out of stone , beautiful fountains, little streams of crystal waters ending up in watermills and thick forests with oak and fir trees. The monastery of Saint Nicolas in the village boasts an unparalleled view (3 km), whereas a little outside the village to the south you will encounter the amazing waterfalls of saint Taxiarchis (3 km). Besides an array of historical and archaeological sights to visit, the area welcomes winter-sports tourism, most of all offering opportunities for rafting due to the rivers in the area and skiing at the Ski Center of Kalavryta. Only 40 kms away from the house. Do not miss the chance to a ride with the "odontotos" rack railway, a small train ride aging back to 1896, built in complete accordance with the elements of nature through the Vouraikos gorge, with materials from around the area, leaving the traveler with the impression that it was made by nature itself and not by human hand. Last but not least, an absolute must-visit is the Aristarchos telescope, the biggest telescope of the Balkans, situated at an altitude of 2340 m, the telescope is over the clouds for the biggest part of the year.