Title: Stone Cottage in traditional Greek village with spectacular sea views Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Stone Cottage in traditional Greek village with spectacular sea views Family-friendly holiday home in South Pelion ![Sun-loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27200000/27193700/27193654/1d975a79.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27200000/27193700/27193654/91a8ee6f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27200000/27193700/27193654/bfdc55d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27200000/27193700/27193654/e37b1baa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27200000/27193700/27193654/891c2990.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Stone Cottage in traditional Greek village with spectacular sea views provides a garden and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 1 bedroomSleeps 6753 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Air conditioning - Outdoor space - Sea view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Stone Cottage in traditional Greek village with spectacular sea views Set in an olive grove at the foot of Mount Pelion over-looking the sea, Oliver’s Cottage offers a taste of Greece as it used to be. On the ground floor a large living room with sitting area, with two traditional Pelion size 'box' sofas which can be used as twin single beds or a double bed Dining area, with wood-burning stove, fitted kitchen and shower room. On the first floor, large bedroom with 2 single beds and one double bed. En suite shower room. Double doors opening onto huge balcony with spectacular sea views. 2 Further folding beds or a child's cot can be added on request. Outside – patios to front in full sun with sea views and rear in the shade of the olive trees. Barbecue. Ano Gatzea is a picturesque Greek village a stone’s throw from the sea. Cobbled paths lead down through the olive groves to the beaches or up the mountain where you can walk all day past tumbling waterfalls, through forests and historic villages, meeting only the occasional farmer on a mule. Ano Gatzea is the only “station stop” on the heritage Pelion mountain railway (there are lots of other stops for goats and tortoises on the line!) Built in 1895 using muscle power and the odd stick of dynamite, this extraordinary railway line winds its way up the mountain from the sea to the mountain village of Milies. Trains run once a day in summer and at weekends in spring and autumn. The nearest beach is Gripsana, 30 minutes’ walk through the olive groves. Nearby (3 km) is the low key resort of Kala Nera (which means “fine waters”) and The Rivera Club which offers drinks on loungers by the sea and a selection of watery sports to try. The Pagasitic Gulf, almost entirely surrounded by land is almost swimming pool still in summer and remains warm enough for swimming throughout the winter. With the ski resort of Chania only 40 minutes’ drive away. locals boast that you can “ski in the morning, swim in the afternoon”. Mainland Greece, less developed and less visited than the islands, is a walker’s paradise. Cobbled paths link the villages and a huge network of forest trails make for superb mountain biking, taking you high onto the mountain, or even coast to coast across the peninsula from the Pagasitic Gulf to the Aegean Sea. Thick forests of beech and chestnut are home to wild boar, martens, nightingales and jet black squirrels. The high mountain remains snow-capped until early summer, while below in the valleys fast-flowing streams and waterfalls run though olive groves full of flowers. We provide a series of GPS-compatible self-guided walks, from gentle strolls taking under half an hour, to full-day hikes, all of which can be done from the house. These are graded from “A Piece of Cake” to “Tough”, enabling you to choose something that fits your mood and energy levels. Choose which walk you fancy doing from the photographic guide and then follow the fully described walk plan, with inset map, GPS references and photos of difficult bits. The city of Volos, reputed to be the most beautiful in Greece, is 17 km away. A lively, airy city, Volos has a cinema, superbowl and theater as well as lots of sea front restaurants and tspouradika (ouzo restaurants) for which the area is famous (just don’t think about driving afterwards!). For more peaceful dining, try for a real taste of Greece Georgos’ café where the home-made wine will give you something to talk about. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Ski - Close to skiing - Ski lift privileges ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) ### Location highlights - In a village - In the mountains - Near the bay - Near the marina ### Things to do - Ski lift privileges - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing 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 - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Unit size: 753 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27130000/27121200/27121131/ff4a0d16.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful stone house villa in Milina, quiet location, close to the seafront! 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited 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 Property Registration Number 00000984456 ### We should mention Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Stone Cottage Traditional Greek Village Spectacular sea Views ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C39.31936%2C23.09695&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=XGibwr_kRCDMyO0U_BVPhpzqMt4=) Volos, Magnesia #### What's nearby - Museum of Olive and Oil - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Koropi Beach - 12 min drive - 5.6 miles - Volos Port - 26 min drive - 11.9 miles - Monastery of St Nicholas of Pau - 41 min drive - 15.1 miles - Chorefto Beach - 47 min drive - 20.9 miles #### Getting around - Volos Station - 37 min drive - Volos (VOL) - 66 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Naftilos - ‬7 min drive - ‪Παγασητικός - ‬7 min drive - ‪Μέδουσα - ‬6 min drive - ‪Roumeli - ‬6 min drive - ‪Εδέμ - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Stone Cottage in traditional Greek village with spectacular sea views pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Stone Cottage in traditional Greek village with spectacular sea views? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Stone Cottage in traditional Greek village with spectacular sea views? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Stone Cottage in traditional Greek village with spectacular sea views? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Stone Cottage in traditional Greek village with spectacular sea views located? > This family-friendly South Pelion holiday home is located in the mountains, 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Museum of Olive and Oil, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Pelion Railway and Koropi Beach. Soutralí and Lagoudi are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Stone Cottage in traditional Greek village with spectacular sea views Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 18 8 - Good 11 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Piercarlo D. 30 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Charming house near Volos Great Listing perfectly situated Highly recommend!!!! ##### Piercarlo D. Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### kim m. 16 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stunning views A remote and peaceful property with stunning views. Every small detail was take care for a lovely stay ##### kim m. Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Grant I. 30 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Pastoral traditional Greek home nestled in a lovely garden Beautiful views, birdsong, peaceful garden surroundings and very clean. Spent many hours in serenity and was able to unwind. Was a very interesting road to find the property and learned much about respecting and enjoying the little train that travelled in the area ##### Grant I. Stayed 14 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Esther D. 31 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet abode with a view A beautiful house in a beautiful location. It was wonderful to be able to walk through the quiet neighborhood and hear the church bells at night. Clean house and perfect for a small group of ladies. We loved going to the local grocery stores and everyone was so hospitable. The 1 hour drive from the beaches of Pelion was wonderful. ##### Esther D. Stayed 4 nights in May 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Chris O. 31 May 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location Disliked: Communication #### Remote cottage in a beautiful area Quite challenging access for this property, not for faint-hearted drivers. Property very well-maintained and clean, easy to live in. Good walking direct from the cottage, and well placed for the majority of the peninsula. No welcome basket or gift which is unusual for Greece (especially as we arrived on a Sunday evening); not a very friendly village either - which is also most unusual. ##### Chris O. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah L. 24 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stay at Oliver's Cottage The journey to the cottage qas confusing and not for the faint hearted. We arrived late which made things tricky. However, we loved the cottage. Beautifully and thoughtfully renovated. Views were amazing and we loved being visited by the local cats and puppies in the morning. We went on the Pelion train (a must) We visited lots of beautiful places and made some lovely friends. Including at the ouzeria only open on Sunday. Definitely want to come back. We even left our beach umbrella behind to ensure a return visit! Thank you x ##### Sarah L. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Rashmi P. 13 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication #### Lovely cottage with stunning views, tricky drive! The cottage itself was amazing with stunning views and a traditional vibe. Cottage Manager Evie is an amazing lady. She guided me well with all the details of getting to the cottage. She even helped us with our luggage, suggested all the places to go to nearby and also guided us on our onward journey. She is extremely helpful and very friendly! However, you need to be prepared for a tricky drive up the mountains and through a railway track. My first day, I was really scared about the drive but it was all a very good experience and something we’ll never forget! The facilities in the cottage were decent. The only problem we had was that the water flow in the bathroom was very low and we couldn’t use the overhead shower, which was a bit of a pain. ##### Rashmi P. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Klaus B. 6 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nettes Haus ! Schönes verwinkeltes Haus für 2 Erwachsene und Kinder. Wir waren 4 Erwachsene, 2 Paare, und haben noch das Haus nebenan dazu bekommen, sonst hätten wir nicht genügend Privatsphäre gehabt, danke dafür. Liegt mitten im Grünen und am Hang mit Meerblick. Wegen der interessanten, aber aufwendigen Anfahrt fährt man nicht mal so eben zum Essen abends. Daher wäre eine bessere Küchenausstattung hilfreich. ##### Klaus B. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Carolin Marie J. 23 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location #### Toller Ausblick, schwierige Anfahrt Wir hatten einen schönen Aufenthalt, aber er war anders als wir es erwartet hatten. Die Tatsache, dass wir, um zur Unterkunft zu kommen, über steile, enge Straßen und zum Teil über Eisenbahnschienen fahren mussten, hat einen subtilen Stress erzeugt. Das hat uns in gewisser Weise zur Immobilität „gezwungen“. ##### Carolin Marie J. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### alain N. 3 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Vu imprenable sur la mer Maison traditionnelle très bien rénovée avec goût et bien équipée..le propriétaire et la personne qui s’occupe de la maison sont charmants et attentionnés. L’endroit pourrait être calme et reposant,malheureusement nous avons eu les travaux de la maison en dessous qui ont perturbé nos réveils et les nuits les chiens aboient à l’unisson. ##### alain N. Stayed 16 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Pardo G. 7 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### La maison au train de De Chirico La maison est très agréable, restructurée récemment, air conditionnée dans la chambre du haut. Le jardin est charmant et la vue splendide. Toutefois profiter de tout cela se merite! D'abord à cause d'une route a moitié asphaltée très escarpée, tournants en aiguilles à cheveux et puis la SURPRISE ..... Les derniers 200 metres sont à parcourir toujours en voiture sur la voie de chemin!!! Certes le train ne passe pas très souvent mais ca fait un drole d'effet. Une fois arrivés à destination, c'est charmant, la petite gare, le petit bar, les chats .... Malgré la professionnalité d'Evie, la gérante de la structure, très gentille et répondant immédiatement aux sollicitations, c'est dommage que personne ne soit la pour accueillir les visiteurs à leur arrivée. ##### Pardo G. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### marion m. 6 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Einzigartige Erfahrung in liebevoll eingerichtetem Traumhäuschen Die Unterkunft ist um ein Vielfaches schöner als auf den Fotos! Akkurate Ausstattung, von der Küche zu den Sonnenschirmen, Bädern, einfach prima! Es ist alles liebvoll und funktionell eingerichtet! Im oberen Stock Klimaanlage, im unteren Stock ist es kühler- Ventilatoren. Der Ausblick ist traumhaft, die Unterkunft in ruhiger Umgebung, blühender Garten mit Olivenbäumen, alles äusserst gepflegt. Die Anfahrt ist recht abenteuerlich, aber auch das haben wir genossen! Preis- Leistungsverhältnis prima passend. Empfehlenswert, danke! ##### marion m. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jan Erik K. 7 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Geweldig vakantiehuis! We hebben een heerlijke vakantie gehad in Ano Gatzea. Het huis is bijzonder sfeervol en voorzien van twee terrassen met geweldig uitzicht over de baai van Volos. Veel privacy. Uitstekend vertrekpunt voor leuke wandelingen op het schiereiland Pelion. Uitgebreide map met wandelingen en kaarten aanwezig in het huis. Een huurauto zou ik hier wel aanbevelen. Wij komen zeker terug! ##### Jan Erik K. Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Camille N. 20 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Pelion hideaway This place is amazing! Amazing house, peaceful patios, beautiful views. We wish we could have stayed longer! ##### Camille N. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andreas Z. 22 Nov 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Super! Super! ##### Andreas Z. ### 8/10 Good #### Paula D. 15 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Check-in #### Charming cottage Enjoyed our time there. However, initially had trouble finding it and as my husband has some mobilìty issues it took him a few days to feel comfortable managing the terrain/stairs. Overall it was a delightful place to stay. ##### Paula D. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dave R. 11 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### What a place! We so enjoyed being at Oliver’s Cottage in Ano Gratzea! The house was beautiful and tucked away in the hills. Truly great views. Very nice stay!! Highly recommend. And the area it’s situated in is wonderful. Two hours from Meteora. Three hours from Philippi and Thessaloniki. 5-10 Great beaches within 5-60 minutes! ##### Dave R. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019 ### 4/10 Poor #### Kees Piet H. 28 Aug 2019 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Check-in #### Isolated stone house, in the middle of nowhere Beautiful view, but on the terrace and balcony no shade. Hard to reach, not easy to explore the pilion or to go to the beach. Fit for wanderers in spring and autumn. When we arrived there was no one to let us in, no key in the door. We waited almost two hours, hope it was a misunderstanding... ##### Kees Piet H. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### E H., UK 10 Aug 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Charming Greek mountain house Lovely house, splendid views, wonderful olive grove location. Richard provided excellent directions which were very helpful, as well as other tips for things to do locally. The drive to the house is rather hair raising the first time but you soon get used to it! It's lovely for either relaxing at home or exploring the Pelion peninsula. Of the west coast villages, Kato Gatzea - the nearest and one of the smallest - was our favourite. We'd be happy to stay here again if we come back to the Pelion and would love to come back at a cooler time of the year when we could do more walking. ##### E H. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christian B. 2 Jul 2018 #### Tolle Gegend, nette Leute, sehr ruhig und gut zum Wandern Es scheint als ob die Zeit hier ein wenig langsamer vergeht. Die ganze Komposition mit dem Cafe, der Railway Station, den Steinhäusern, den steilen und schmalen Steinwegen erinnert ein bisschen an eine Filmkulisse von Indianer Jones (der Anfahrtsweg ist in jedem Fall spannend, war aber sehr gut beschrieben). Auch die Fahrt mit dem Zug war ein Erlebnis Maria vom Cafe war sehr nett und hilfsbereit, hat uns sogar ihr eigenes WLAN zur Verfügung gestellt, da das im Haus nicht funktionierte. Alles im Allen ein guter Ort zum entspannen und ein guter Ausgangspunkt für Wanderungen. Ganz liebe Grüsse von der Familie Bock und auch vielen Dank an Richard für den unkomplizierten Haustausch ##### Christian B. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Oliver O. 8 Sept 2017 #### Beautiful House and Garden Beautiful, silent, close to several beaches and a perfect starting point for hikes. There are several hikes described by the host. He was very helpful and supported some of our activities during our stay. ##### Oliver O. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### ILINCA C. 26 Aug 2017 #### Exceptionnel Magnifique propriété au calme, accès insolite. Literie moyenne. ##### ILINCA C. Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 4/10 Poor #### Petra H. 23 Aug 2017 #### Das Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis stimmt nicht Zum Bild: die obere Terrasse hat keinen Sonnenschutz mehr. Unten steht, wie abgebildet, ein windschiefer Sonnenschirm, der sich kaum verrücken lässt und nur geringen Sonnenschutz bietet. Vor Sonnenuntergang kann man im Hochsommer keine der Terrassen nutzen. die abgebildeten Eisenstühle sind zum Sitzen ungeeignet, da extrem unbequem. Es gibt nur an drei Fenstern Fliegengitter. das Mobiliar ist zum großen Teil veraltet und an der Kommode, die die einzige Möglichkeit zum Unterbringen von Kleidung darstellt, hat man gleich die Griffe in der Hand, wenn man eine Lade aufzieht. Kaum ein Fenster lässt sich vollständig öffnen, weil Mobiliar davorsteht. die Küche ist angemessen ausgestattet. es gibt aber keine zwei separate Schlafzimmer. Im oberen Schlafzimmer, durch das man das Haus betritt stehen zwei Einzel- und ein Doppelbett. in der unteren Etage, die zu oberen hin offen ist und das Wohn-Esszimmer sowie die kleine Küche beherbergt, stehen zwei Pritschen. der Weg zum Haus ist abenteuerlich bis kurios. Dass man über eine Schmalspurtrasse (noch in Betrieb) und durch einen Eisenbahntunnel fahren muss, erfuhren wir erst nach der Buchung. zum Haus gelangt man über einen steilen sehr grob gepflasterten Weg, der mit Gepäck nur sehr mühsam zu begehen ist. die badezimmer sind ok, aber weit entfernt von "luxery". die annoncierte Waschmaschine befindet sich im Haus des Vermieters, der selten zu erreichen ist. Herr Dawson ist sehr nett und hat auf kleinere Reklamationen wie defekte Glühbirnen, fehlende Handtücher und Toilettenpapier gleich reagiert - wenn man ihn antreffen konnte. die Aussicht aufs Meer ist gegeben. wir haben zu dem Preis in Griechenland schon erheblich bessere Häuser gehabt. zu diesem Preis würden wir das Haus nicht weiterempfehlen. ##### Petra H. Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Elisabeth D. 20 May 2017 #### Traditionelles, charmantes und modern ausgestattes Haus am Pilion Wir haben das Haus sowie die herrliche Terrasse mit Blick aufs Meer sehr genossen. Wir wurden vom Vermieter veranlaßt von einer Cafe-Inhaberin abgeholt, um uns zur Unterkunft zu begleiten. Alles war gut organisiert. Die Zufahrt war etwas abenteuerlich, aber machbar und interessant. ##### Elisabeth D. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### peter t. 9 Aug 2016 #### Four stars is a very good rating My son and I spend 14 wonderful days here in Juli. We enjoyed the beautiful cottage and the tranquility of the village.The owner, Richard Dawson, is friendly and helpful and knows the area well. The Pelion peninsula is excellent for hiking. If hiking is your main reason for coming here, you should consider going in spring or fall, as the summer is too hot for longer walks. I would certainly recommend that you hire a car, because you will want to drive to various beaches and villages and when you need to get supplies for the fridge. If you are a timid driver, the last, steep drive up into the village might be a little intimidating. Some of our favorite restaurants in the area were: Maria and Yorgos' cafe in the village, Paris' in Kala Nera and the restaurant at Sakia Camping next to Kala Gatzea. We were not disappointed- the cottage is lovely and the whole area quite spectacular. ##### peter t. 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