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ANNA'S HOUSE
Accommodation: Sleeps 5
INTERIOR
This fully refurbished house in the oldest section of town has all of
the elements one is looking for to feel part of a Greek community. The
house itself is homey and comfortable and it is evident upon entering
that it is a home and not just a holiday cottage.
The main entrance leads into a roomy open
plan sitting/dining room and kitchen. The space has cool terracotta
tiles and the white covered sofas angle toward the corner fireplace and
television area. One step higher is the kitchen and dining area. With a
long table seating up to eight persons, it is obvious this house is for
socializing and entertaining. The kitchen is very well equipped for
those who enjoy cooking up sumptuous holiday feasts.
A flight of stairs lead to the master
bedroom level of the house where there is a w/c shower room at the top
of the stairs. The traditional master bedroom has open beamed ceilings
and is furnished with a double sized iron bed and the closet runs the
length of the wall. The most fabulous part of the bedroom though is the
spacious balcony facing out to wonderful views of the harbour and
Stafilos Valley covered in olive trees. Either for an afternoon snooze
in the heat of the day or a night cap enjoying the twinkling harbour
lights below - this will no doubt be a favourite spot in Annas House.
The lower bedroom is situated down an
outside stairway from the main house and is entered through a small
private patio. The room itself is very spacious with plenty of windows
offering lots of light. All open plan, a kitchenette in the front end of
the room has the facilities to make only coffee and has a fridge for
cold drinks. The sofa doubles as an extra sleeping space which is made
from a single mattress. The two single beds are situated in a recess at
the back of the room, making a cool and comfortable space for catching
up on ones sleep. Small decorative touches added throughout the house
give it an artsy and special atmosphere. Quality paintings on the walls
and interesting collectables added here and there, complete in making
this tastefully decorated house a place to call home.
EXTERIOR
Located on a stepped, cobbled street in the oldest quarter of town, the
courtyard is accessed through a gated entrance. This beautiful courtyard
is covered with mature trees and lovely potted flowers making a cool and
quaint atmosphere. Annas House is the perfect picture of a typically
white washed house with colourful blue shutters, railings and doors. The
lighting at night creates such a lovely atmosphere that one can easily
imagine spending more evenings at home than out. Whether for morning
coffee or evening meals, the courtyard will leave you feeling like you
are living in real Greek neighbourhood.
SURROUNDINGS
With the maze of winding and picturesque streets of the old town at your
feet, there are plenty of opportunities to explore. One of the oldest
churches, which dates from 1600, Saint Georgios, is situated just around
the corner from the house as is the Venetian fortress with its base
stones dating from the 4th century B.C.
A walled stairway with dramatic views down the shear cliffs to the sea
leads either up to the fortress or down to the harbour and is also found
near to the house.
Within close proximity of the house is an open-air cafe, open from May
to Mid- September, with stunning views out to sea and the neighbouring
island of Alonissos. A local supermarket is found within a five-minute
walk and the waterfront and its shops, restaurants and cafes are a short
7-minute walk down the steep streets of the town. The small beach of
Glyfoneri, at the bay of Agios Konstantinos can be reached in
approximately twenty minutes walk from the house. There is a selection
of local tavernas along the road down to the beach with wonderful views
to the bay and beyond.
SUITABILITY
Anna's House is suitable for one or two couples as well as for families
who wish to be close to all of the amenities the town has to offer.
PROPERTY DESCRIPTION & FACILITIES
300m from the port/harbour front
1 km from the nearest beach
1 bedroom main house (double bed)
1 bedroom studio (3 single beds)
1 shower/ WC main house/1 shower w/c
Fully equipped Kitchen with dining area
Sitting room with fireplace
Sea/town view from 1 rooms
Private balcony in 1 room
Large outdoor terrace with dining table
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