| PROPERTY DESCRIPTION & FACILITIES |
- 12 km from Skopelos Town
- 1.5 km nearest beach/village - Panormos
- 2 bedrooms
- 2 shower/ WC
- Living room
- Dining room
- Fireplace
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- Kitchen
- Swimming pool - fresh water
- Shaded terrace
- Sun terrace
- Radio, CD player
- TV – limited local channels only
- Washing machine
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 INTERIOR
A feeling of the islands history is immediately evident when entering this renovated cottage by way of the spacious dining room with low wooden ceilings and large table for family gatherings. The furnishings are comfortable and in an island country style. Off of the dining room is a bedroom with two single beds and a spacious w/c shower room. An open doorway leads to the small country kitchen, which includes a full cooker, a washing machine and a door leads from the kitchen to the rear of the house where there is a washing line. Continuing around the L-shaped design of the house, an open doorway leads to a spacious living room, which has a large fireplace and a sitting area with two Skopelitian sofas. The best feature of this room though, is the huge glass doors which lead to the terrace. This large terrace is surrounded by flowers and trees and has a path leading to the private swimming pool. The lovely old feel of the cottage is emphasized by the use of the various original tools and utensils to decorate its spaces. These were all found near the house and lovingly restored and displayed as a testimony to its history as a working farmhouse.
The master bedroom is reached only by an outside stone stairway and is an example of the original country-style bedrooms found in this type of cottage. The raw wood floors, fireplace and enormous bed were a must during the days when families spent days in the countryside, cut off from civilisation. The decor is simple and comfortable. The bed runs along one entire wall of the room and is covered with an immense mattress, which was intended to provide sleeping space for all of the family together during olive or fruit picking season. The addition of a single bed is perfect for a younger child to sleep in with parents. The WC/shower room is situated on the same landing but with a separate, outside entrance. |
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EXTERIOR
The house, which is hidden in a forest of pine trees, is centred amidst
a terrace shaded by a huge old acorn tree. The patio has plenty of atmosphere
and space for outdoor living with sun lounges and a table and chairs for
dining al-fresco. A path leads from this terrace to the private swimming
pool, set amongst the natural trees and grounds. Years ago, this land
was a large vineyard, producing the fine wines that Skopelos was once
famous for. There are still the remains, perfectly intact, of the original
stone-built corn mill with its circular form making a picturesque place
to sit and relax today. Stairs from the terrace lead to the beautiful
small chapel of Panagitsa dating from 1932, which sits on the remains
of a much older church. On church holidays, there were visitors from miles
around to attend the services and thus, the cottage was built to have
a place to gather.
 SURROUNDINGS
Ambelonas Cottage is set in the countryside about 1 km off the main road
that runs the length of the island. A ten-minute drive brings you to some
of the islands best beaches in the area around Panormos. Mountains covered
in pine forests, contrasting with the bright blue sea surround these lovely,
white shingle beaches. At Panormos Beach the waterfront is lined with
typical tavernas specialising in fresh local seafood and the mini-market
carries most of your essentials. Alternatively, Skopelos town is approximately
20 minutes by car and here you will find a full array of shops, restaurants
and cafes. Ambelonas Cottage is in a wonderful area for walking and has
numerous paths and dirt tracks in the surrounding hillside to suit everyone.
SUITABILITY
Ambelonas cottage is great for couples wanting a holiday in the Greek
countryside with the privacy of their own swimming pool. Families too
can enjoy the peace and nature with plenty of space to explore, but be
close enough to the islands best beaches and restaurants.
CAR HIRE ESSENTIAL - SLEEPS 4 PERSONS
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