The property is situated in the center of a delightful village with sea and mountain views. Only five minutes drive to the sea. The village has three excellent family-run tavernas with great views and excellent prices. The village has a regular bus service every day except Sunday. The lively city of Kalamata with its airport and modern hospital is only 25 minutes drive away. There are daily flights into Kalamata from across Europe and Athens airport is only two and a half hours away by the new motorway. The Taygetos mountain range rises spectacularly from the foothills behind the property and traditional villages can be reached in a 25 minute drive. Walking or driving in this part of the Western Mani reveals stunning views. In addition this area of Greece boasts miles of lovely coastline and numerous beachside tavernas. As with all mainland Greece there’s a wealth of flora and fauna and the area is steeped mythology, history and architecture.

SIZE AND DESCRIPTION OF HOUSE

The fully renovated stone house with air conditioning/heating throughout is constructed on 2 levels, measures 98m2 and is set in a large courtyard with easy to maintain borders and trees [fig and mulberry] that give summer shade. There is a hard standing for 2 or 3 cars

LOWER LEVEL

1 double bedroom with French doors to terrace & a/c
1 study/bedroom with fitted wardrobe
Shower room/ WC
Utility area with washing machine
Tiled flooring
Marble internal staircase
Stone built storage area below the terrace from the bedroom 7m2.

UPPER LEVEL

Large open plan lounge/dining room with a/c
Kitchen area with modern appliances and ample fitted cupboards
Balcony
Efficient wood stove
Large double doors to outside terrace and stone staircase to courtyard.
Tiled flooring

DESCRIPTION OF PLOT

Plot is approx. 1200 m2

Below the courtyard and reached by a stone staircase and double gates from the road is a large covered space 29m2. It has stone pillars, a new metal roof and is currently used as a carport and wood store.

There are 14 productive olive trees, 2 lemon trees, 3 orange trees, an almond tree and a vineyard planted by the current owners. Two years ago the vineyard produced 90 bottles of excellent wine. There is also plenty of space for growing vegetables.

DISTANCE FROM THE SEA

The golden beaches of Santava are only 5 minutes drive away in one direction, with beach cafes, one of which has a childrens’ swimming pool. The other direction leads to secluded coves. The water everywhere is crystal clear and safe.

VIEWS

The village is situated on a ridge above the Koskarakas gorge and has spectacular views over the olive groves to the sea and mountains.

NB This is the second property the current owners have restored in this village. It was previously rented long term to careful tenants and now the owners wish to sell. They will continue to live in their other house in this lovely village.