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Hilltop Private Gem w/ Big Garden, 360° View & Pool - 10 min. from Town & Beach

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 51292 sq ft

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  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
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skopelos, Thessaly
  • Popular LocationPort of Skopelos4 min drive
  • Popular LocationPhoto Centre of Skopelos5 min drive
  • Popular LocationKastani Beach29 min drive

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Hilltop Private Gem w/ Big Garden, 360° View & Pool - 10 min. from Town & Beach

Country Villa Kalimera is a newly restored traditional stone-built farmhouse with a cliff pool, jaw-dropping terrace views, tree-covered dining areas & a big garden. With breathtaking landscape and wide-open spaces, we are a place to explore safely.

The cottage is secluded & quiet, yet only an 8-min drive from Skopelos town & a 10-min drive from the closest beach. Country Villa Kalimera is ideal for people looking for a private and peaceful getaway in an authentic setting.

MAIN DESCRIPTION

The interior and surrounding property are perfect for families with children, couples looking for a romantic escape, or a group of friends getting together for a reunion.
The house is surrounded by a vast fenced garden that displays a 100-years-old BBQ, hammocks, sunbeds, and many chairs and tables to sit either in the sun or under the shade of an olive, fig, almond, pomegranate, or lemon tree.

The rural area around is scenic and ideal for long walks and mountain biking. Your own/rented vehicle is essential to move around the island. The closest beach is 10 min drive and the most iconic beaches are 15-20 min drive away. Close by, there are several ancestral mountain trails that lead to Skopelos town within a short walking distance downhill.

Outstanding Features:

➼ Home Office & Cinema Setups (Wi-Fi, 4k monitor, smart LG TV 44”, portable Home Theater Projector, sound system, USB chargers, adapters, big desk, ergonomic chair, etc.)

➼ Fully equipped kitchen (dishwasher, stove & oven, cookware & bakeware, espresso machine, complete utensils set, etc.)

➼ Electric appliances (A/C, washing machine, fridge & freezer, sandwich toaster, blender, hair dryer, etc.)

➼ Basic Home Gym Setup (yoga & aerobic accessories, body weight equipment, etc.)

➼ Private big garden & private pool

➼ Outdoor 100-years-old BBQ

➼ 360° mountain & sea views

➼ 100% Green Energy (solar water heater & green energy provider)

➼ Traditional-style Greek home

INDOOR

Upon entering the front door at Country Villa Kalimera, you immediately feel the country quality of the house. The stone-built fireplace dominates the living room, as does the lofty wood-beamed roof that houses a spacious loft area on one side.
The loft is reached by a steep spiral staircase and can sleep two persons on the double bed, although the best feature of the loft is the door leading to a roomy terrace/sunning area.

The views are lovely, facing east to the sea and the island of Alonissos and south toward the Stafilos Valley. This spot boasts the most stunning sunrises from which the house derives its name, Kalimera, meaning 'good morning' in Greek.

The loft and double bed area communicate visually with the living room underneath.

The living room is furnished with traditional built-in sofas (which can be used as two single beds) and a coffee table in front of the fireplace. It is open plan to the country-style kitchen, which has terracotta tiled flooring and pretty blue accents. A spacious wooden dining table sits in the middle of the room. On one side of the kitchen, there is a door to the master bedroom and on the other a door to the bathroom.

The spacious master bedroom is furnished with an antique wardrobe, double bed, and an en-suite w/c shower room.

The house offers all modern amenities respecting its traditional style.

We also offer our home for long-term rental – reach out for more information.

Property manager

Alessandro and Gabriella

Languages

English, Greek, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Fenced private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car available
  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Up to 55 lbs per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Electrical adapters
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Gym on site
  • Water park on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Solar energy
  • Unit size: 1,292 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Up to 55 lbs per pet
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs are available on request at the property
Note from host: Please supervise all children at the villa

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 15
This property uses solar energy
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Skopelos

Located in Skopelos, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Port of Skopelos and Port of Skianthos are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling.

What's nearby

  • Port of Skopelos - 4 min drive
  • Photo Centre of Skopelos - 5 min drive
  • Agios Konstantinos Beach - 6 min drive
  • Agnontas Beach - 19 min drive
  • Kastani Beach - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cafe Karavia - 5 min drive
  • Décimo Coffee & Brunch - 5 min drive
  • Στου Δημητρακη - 6 min drive
  • Η Κουζίνα της Κυρατσώς - 5 min drive
  • Καρυδια - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Hilltop Private Gem w/ Big Garden, 360° View & Pool - 10 min. from Town & Beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Hilltop Private Gem w/ Big Garden, 360° View & Pool - 10 min. from Town & Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets with a maximum weight of up to 55 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Hilltop Private Gem w/ Big Garden, 360° View & Pool - 10 min. from Town & Beach?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hilltop Private Gem w/ Big Garden, 360° View & Pool - 10 min. from Town & Beach?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hilltop Private Gem w/ Big Garden, 360° View & Pool - 10 min. from Town & Beach located?

This family-friendly Skopelos cottage is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Venetian Castle, Agios Konstantinos Beach, and Museum of Photography. Folklore Museum and Bakratsa Museum are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 22 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martin C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful villa on stunning island
As beautiful as in the pictures. We are a family of 5 with 2 teenagers and a 21-year old but still had plenty of room. Very hot but always somewhere to sit in the shade with fantastic views. Insects not a problem. Friendly black and white cat joined us for the last few days (sad to leave her!). Pool was great - large enough to swim in. Bottle of water & wine in fridge on arrival was a nice touch. Cannot fault the villa but should point out that the drive up from Skopelos is very steep with hairpin bends & requires a confident driver (not for the faint- hearted!). Loved this villa - a memorable holida.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Goat bells and olive trees
This is a beautiful home in countryside and we were greeted with such genuine hospitality. We loved the view, the peace and quiet, and the traditional character of the property. The road from town is very steep but after doing it a couple times we felt comfortable with the drive. Relaxing by the pool after a day of exploring Skopelos, napping in the hammock, and star gazing and sunrise watching from the amazing roof top terrace were all memorable! We would love to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Polly T.

Happy holiday!
We had a lovely stay in Kalimera .. the house was lovely and full of character and the garden and views were beautiful. There was a lot of nature and would suit people who are not worried by this. It was a very peaceful place and it was particularly nice to sit on the roof terrace in the evening watching the stars come out. The drive down to skopelos town is steep but ok ... although we didn’t often go out because after a day on the beach we just wanted to relax at home and enjoy the environment. We enjoyed having a barbecue and in the end we never did make it into town for dinner because we preferred to be at Kalimera. It was a special place to wake up in and go outside to sit in the shade of the fig tree watching swallows dipping into the pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

sophie b., London

A beautiful and peaceful place to stay
Alessandro has been absolutely great, throughout the whole process, and made the whole trip very smooth. The villa itself is stunning, as you can see from the photos, and I can only echo what others have said about it. The pool is well maintained and a good size, the roof terrace was lovely, amazing views - and there is a sense of space and tranquility throughout the villa and garden. A lovely authentic Greek villa. There were occasional wasps outside, as we expected - specially if you eat outside - but we got used to them and worked around them, and no one got stung. We were grateful for the ceiling fans plus additional fan as it was mid August and hot at night! Easy access to Skopelos town, and also lots of lovely beaches, but our two teenagers probably would have been happy staying in the villa as it had everything they needed. It's worth exploring the island more widely, and we found some amazing spots including monasteries and ancient burial sites - if you do this just make sure your rental car is up to the steep hills! All thanks to Alessandro, and we would highly recommend this gorgeous villa.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Sophie P., Paris

Liked: Cleanliness
Maison pleine de charme
Nous avons passé un excellent séjour en famille avec deux « grands enfants » majeurs a Skopelos. L’un a dormi dans la chambre en mezzanine, l’autre sur l’un des canapés du salon qui fait un très bon lit. La maison est pleine de charme et reste fraiche en journée. Le jardin, avec ses espaces ombragés et ses nombreuses essences qui embaument (figuier, Oliviers, sauge, basilic, etc) est un véritable atout. La localisation, a 10 minutes de Skopelos est tres pratique pour faire des courses ou aller dîner et permet d’accéder en 20 minutes maximum a de tres nombreuses plages et villages. La cuisine est bien équipée en ustensiles de cuisines et verres. Quelques assiettes a dessert supplémentaires seraient bienvenues.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Maria v., Weert - Limburg

De locatie is buiten heel sfeervol met verschillende zitjes. Uitzicht is mooi met heerlijk zeembad.
De woning is qua inrichting gedateerd en niet helemaal proper. De tweede slaapkamer bevindt zich op een vide waardoor de privacy daar wat minder is.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Johannes K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super Ausblick, Alleinlage und toller Pool
Sehr schönes älteres Haus mit tollem Ausblick auf Skopelos Stadt und den Hafen und das Meer. Highlight ist der Pool und die Dachterrasse. Sehr netter Vermieter, der sich um alles gekümmert hat und uns sogar, weil wir ungeplant einen Tag früher abreisen mussten, kulanterweise eine Nacht erstattet hat. Danke Alessandro, es hat uns sehr gut gefallen.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cadre superbe! Calme, ressourçant! Nos enfants aussi ont adoré
L’endroit est magnifique, assez proche de la ville tout en étant au calme sur les hauteurs! Une belle terrasse, un intérieur frais et une jolie piscine entourée d’oliviers, c’était parfait!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Guillermo Enrique G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful traditional house
Villa Kalimera is a really authentic house, as charming as the island. I would highlight its great outdoor areas (porch, pool, terrace). The beauty of the view and the garden is much greater than the photos. Gabriella's and Alessandro's family were very kind and hospitable. Communication was great. I would highly recommend this place. We are looking forward to stay in again.

4/10 Poor

Luciana G.

Prezzo/qualità scadente
La casa è ubicata a 5Km dal paese su una strada con pendenze da "fuoristrada". Non si tratta di una villa, come indicato sulla presentazione, ma di un casolare di campagna molto piccolo, pieno di oggetti di famiglia e sprovvisto di adeguati spazi per ospiti e bagagli. La seconda camera non è indipendente, bensì collocata su un soppalco sopra la cucina, con un semplice materasso a terra. I bagni sono microscopici, con lavabo piccolo come un lavamani, e doccia inadeguata. Positivi gli spazi esterni con barbecue e piscina. L'accoglienza è stata delegata solo ad un custode greco (che non parla inglese), senza indicazioni di tipo turistico sulla località.