A carefully restored stone house in a peaceful location with stunning views.

The property is owned by Mary Snow of Harrold

(87 High Street, Harrold)

Telephone: 01234 720762

E-mail: MARY.SNOW@BTOPENWORLD.COM

The Mani Peninsula is down on the southernmost point of the Peloponnese, and is usually protected from cold winds in the winter by the Taigetos mountain range. It has some of the cleanest turquoise seas in the Mediterranean.

The villages are scattered from the water’s edge up into the foothills of the Taigetos, and almost all of them have superb sea views and sunset views.

The region is famous for its olive oil, fauna and flora, and the mountain gorges and old stone mule paths are wonderful for walkers. The old stone houses have an architectural style all of their own and this house is a wonderful example.

The house is in Platsa, some 10 minutes by car up in the hills, but on the main bus route from Kalamata (one hour away), and south to Aeropoli and the desolate beauty of the Inner Mani. It is situated in the centre of the village, just off the main square, and has been restored in keeping with the traditional Greek style. Platsa has the advantage of being an old established village with two shops, two bars and one of the best taverns in the region. Eating on the terrace gives you spectacular views of the coastline.

FACILITIES

Property Type:Traditional Stone

Accommodation: Type Self-catering

Location: Main Village, bus route, close to sea

Theme: Away from it all, village life

General: Fully furnished, linen provided

Kitchen: Fully fitted, electric oven, fridge

Living Room: Open plan, airy, entrance onto terrace

Dining Room: Seating for 8, wood burning stove

Bathrooms: 2 shower rooms (one up, one down)

Bedrooms: 2 doubles, 1 twin

Outside: Terrace with sea and mountain views

Garden: Newly established, enclosed, sun all day

Local Activities Walking, swimming, cycling

THE HOUSE

The main house contains two bedrooms (1 double and 1 twin) while a third bedroom links to the main house via a covered archway – ideal to sit under in the heat of the day! The living area leads onto a large terrace where you might relax and enjoy the views of the village, mountains and coastline.

It faces west, so wonderful sunsets can be seen in the afternoons.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Nearest Airport: Kalamata (38KM - 1 hour away. May be possible to obtain flight only May-Oct.)

Athens: 5 hours drive, mostly via motorway

Nearest Beach: Aghios Dimitrios (5 km - 10 mins by car, or walk down mule paths! )

Popular Resorts: Aghios Nikoloas - lovely fishing harbour village with lots of restaurants, supermarkets, post office. Stoupa - main resort, 15 minutes by car, two lovely sandy beaches gently shelving into clear seas, ideal for children. Plenty of restaurants, bars, supermarkets and the usual array of gift shops!

COSTS PER WEEK