 INTERIOR
The main door opens into the lower floor of an open-plan room which
comprises the spacious living room/ kitchen area with hand-crafted
wooden units and a decorative wood burning antique-style stove.
One of the first things you notice when stepping
into this high-ceilinged room, are the black and white checked floor
tiles and the amazing mural of winged cherubs and clouds painted
on the ceiling. There is a large dining table, built-in sofa seating
under the windows and several oil lamps and candelabras hanging
on the walls, which add a touch from the olden days.
The octagonal shape of the building is carried
through to the inside with each sea-facing side boasting a tall
window with a stained glass arch at the top. To the rear of the
room is a WC/shower and a stairway near the front entrance leads
to the upper gallery, which is made from beams of wood and has two
sleeping areas - one with a double bed and one with two single beds.
Both are open to the living room underneath with a sliding door
between them for privacy.
 The
second bedroom with two single beds is in a separate stone building,
tunnel shaped and with unique cave-painting style chalk drawings
on the ceiling, which blend well with the rest of the castle. It
is comfortably furnished and has en-suite w/c shower room and the
same astonishing views of pool and sea. A back door leads out to
a pleasant outdoor dining area with barbeque, sink and dining table.
There is also a spacious roof terrace, accessible by stone steps
on the side of the house, which offers a 180' degree sea view and
lots of sun. Both buildings are equipped with air-conditioning.
SURROUNDINGS
Pyrgos House is an approximate 20 minute drive from Skopelos town, with the last 200 metres on a rough and stony dirt track that winds to the house.
The hillsides are covered with olive groves
and herds of goats and the views are striking down to the nearby
beach of Glysteri with its turquoise blue waters. This beach is
about a 10-minute drive from the house and has a taverna at the
waters' edge, which is open from mid-May to mid-September. Pyrgos
house is also ideal for walkers as there are numerous small roads
and trails in the surrounding hillsides. The walk to Glysteri beach
takes approximately 20 minutes and about 45 minutes to town. There
is also a small path down to the rocks by the sea just below the
house, which is about a 10-minute walk.
 EXTERIOR
Pyrgos is a very unusual house, set on a rocky promontory jutting
out into the sea on the same coast as Skopelos town. It has breathtaking
views for miles up the 'wild' side of the island to the left, the
mountains and monasteries to the right and a panoramic sea view
straight ahead towards the neighbouring island of Alonissos and
The National Marine Park of Greece. The house itself has been designed
to look like a medieval castle, built out of local stone, and appears
to have been guarding the nearby town for centuries. The pool is
ideally situated at the edge of the property toward the sea giving
it outstanding views and looking as if it 'blends' into the horizon.
A set of leaping dolphins is cleverly painting into the bottom.
Both owners are local artists and their imagination
is evidenced by the artistic creations scattered about the property.
Near the entrance gate is a tall piece of modern art made from iron
and below the house is a brick built pyramid. There are plenty of
opportunity for  outdoor
dining with these stunning views and lots of room for sitting or
lounging in the sun on the terrace surrounding the pool. This
private spot is ideal for nature lovers who want to get away from
the hectic pace of life and really feel like they've gone back in
time. With the sun rising in front of the house, peeking over the
mountaintops, the view is truly inspiring.
SUITABILITY
This house is a wonderful spot for one or two couples
looking for a romantic escape with the added touch of fantasy and
fun. It is also great for families with children who can play and
use their imagination to the fullest in this distinctive house and
dreamy setting.
PLEASE NOTE
*** there is no local taxi service to this house
CAR HIRE ESSENTIAL (4 WHEEL DRIVE RECOMMENDED) | SLEEPS UP TO 6
PEOPLE |
