 INTERIOR
The Main House - The
first impression entering this outstanding villa is one of quality
and craftsmanship in every detail. The villa is mostly made from
local materials of stone, bricks and carved wood. Its spacious rooms
are decorated in a unique island style, from its weaved baskets
and old tools hanging from the open wooden beams to the local handicrafts
displayed in niches in the stone walls. All is tasteful, homey and
has a decorator's touch in its detail. The main entrance leads into
a spacious living room with comfortable sitting area and large dining
table. The back wall of the living room is made entirely of stone
and has a corner fireplace. The views from inside the room in two
directions are of terraces and the sea beyond, but walking through
the double French doors brings you to a space incomparable. This
large stone terrace, furnished with dining table and comfortable
seating, has fantastic views to the sea below. From this serenely
peaceful spot, long hours can be spent watching boats ply the waters
in the daytime, sunsets in the evening and twinkling lights silhouetting
the island by night.
The kitchen has open access to the dining/living room
and is the picture of a quaint, country kitchen, although fully
equipped with modern amenities including a dishwasher. There is
a small breakfast table and door leading to the terrace for the
convenient serving of outdoor meals. There is also a w/c shower
room on this level.
A few stone built steps from the living room leads
to the upper floor landing with access to an elegant w/c accented
in wood and fitted with a bathtub. On the same level and to one
side of the bathroom, there is a bedroom with two single beds. This
bedroom has open beamed ceilings and is tastefully furnished. A
double French door leads out to a terrace with the pool area on
a terraced level above it. The opposite end of the hall leads to
the master bedroom, again with open wood beamed ceilings and a beautiful
old fashioned iron double bed. The antique furniture adds an elegant,
country feel to the room. The double French doors lead to another
terrace which has close access to the pool area and lovely sea views.
The Studio - Reached
either by stone steps from the entrance or from the main terrace,
this spacious studio is again decorated and tastefully furnished
similar to the villa. This roomy studio is furnished with a double
bed and has a small kitchen and w/c shower room. Like the villa
above, its main feature is the immense covered terrace with a great
outdoor dining table. Spend hours over long leisurely meals taken
outdoors with these stunning views of the sea and hillsides stretching
before you.
EXTERIOR
The villa is built on the hillside and has several levels of terraces
and gardens divided by fantastic stone built walls. On the top terrace
above the house is the swimming pool and pool area. On a slightly
lower level to the side of the house is a dining area and BBQ with
sweeping views to the cove and sea. A few steps further down again
leads to the main house with the studio a level below. The common
feature of all the terraces and levels are panoramic sea views from
nearly everywhere on the property.
SURROUNDINGS
Its location above the shingle beach of Agios Petros allows for
a dip in the sea only a few short minutes walk away. A foot path
leading from the bottom of the property leads straight to the beach
and a further walk of 15 minutes takes you over a hillside to the
lovely little fishing village of Steni Vala. Steni Vala is approximately
1.5 km away and has a quaint waterfront lined with caiques and tavernas
specialising in fresh local seafood. There is also a small supermarket
and it is serviced by the local bus and taxis. From here you can
also catch a water taxi to the spectacular beach of Agios Dimitrios.
SUITABILITY
Villa Hibiscus is ideal for those discerning travelers who want quality and atmosphere in a traditional villa. Its size and spaciousness is perfect for several couples holidaying together who want privacy, but the fun of staying in one accommodation. It is also great for families and has the studio for nanny to stay and keep a watchful eye on the kids. |
