Idyllic Gialova apartment overlooking Navarino Bay. 3mins drive to the beach
Arkady is set in a 7,000 square metres of olive grove and gardens with panoramic views of Navarino Bay, Pylos and the mountains behind. You will be close enough to the centre of Gialova to walk to the beach and restaurants ( 10 mins walk / 3 mins by car ). The apartment has everything you expect in high quality, self contained holiday accommodation, with a full kitchen on the wide balcony so you can enjoy incredible views and the sound of a million cicadas while cooking or washing-up. There's a small pool and sun terrace in the olive grove with sunbeds and a shaded area with tables and easy chairs for idyllic lunches under the olive trees or quiet reading. Lying in the pool at night is a magical way to star-gaze.
Gialova offers a fantastic range of restaurants, cafes and bars whilst retaining a friendly small village atmosphere. Apart from our quiet local beach, Golden Beach at the other side of the village offers 3km of safe, sandy beach. Palio Kastro ( old castle) is on the cliff above - a great walk, with stunning views of Voidikilia beach, below - voted one of the top ten beaches in the world by the New York Times. (Voidokilia and Nestor's Cave above feature in Christopher Nolan's 'Odyssey' as the home of the Cyclops. ) Because of UNESCO status it remains undeveloped. If you prefer not to to drive you can rent bicycles .
We can help you organise boat rental so you can explore the islands, go snorkelling and find the tiny 'secret beach' of Sphacteria. On the island is a wooden church built by the Russians to commemorate the Battle of Navarino.
This area abounds with natural and historic interest including Nestor's Palace, beautiful waterfall walks, Ancient Olympia, The Temple of Apollo Epicurus at Bassae, Ancient Messini and Methoni Castle, once known as 'The Eyes Of Venice' for it's strategic importance.
The small town of Pylos is 5km from Arkady apartment, has good supermarkets, a castle and museums and is one of the most beautiful old towns in the Peloponnese.
We are sheltered from the open sea by the island of Sphacteria, where the Athenians finally defeated the Spartans in 425bc and the Spartans camped on our beach !
This area is far enough from Athens to be still off the beaten track. People that come here enjoy a peaceful, unspoilt, relaxed atmosphere and the friendly rural community maintains its identity and customs.
Arkady apartment is family owned and independent. We look forward to welcoming you here for a memorable holiday.
Faciliteter på overnatningsstedet
Strand
Strand i nærheden
Pool- og spafaciliteter
Privat pool
Udendørs pool
Internet
Tilgængeligt i lejligheden: gratis Wi-Fi
Parkering og transport
Parkering på stedet
Køkken
Brødrister
Elkedel
Kaffe-/temaskine
Kogeplade
Køkkengrej, tallerkener og køkkenredskaber
Køleskab
Ovn
Spisning
Spisebord
Soveværelser
2 soveværelser
Sengelinned til rådighed
Badeværelse
2 badeværelser
Bruser
Håndklæder til rådighed
Hårtørrer
Sæbe
Toiletpapir
Opholdsområder
Spisebord
Underholdning
Bøger
Spil
Udendørsarealer
Balkon
Have
Tøjvask
Vaskemaskine
Vaskeri
Komfort
Aircondition
Varme
Kæledyr
Kun førerhunde/servicehunde (kæledyr er ikke tilladt)
Hjælp til personer med et handicap
Hvis du vil anmode om hjælp til personer med et handicap, bedes du kontakte overnatningsstedet via kontaktoplysningerne i din reservationsbekræftelse.
Ingen elevator (overnatningssted i ét plan)
Særlige rygeområder
Service og tjenester
Strygejern/strygebræt
Områdets højdepunkter
I landlige omgivelser
Tæt på bugten
Tæt på havet
Ved siden af en golfbane
Sikkerhedsforanstaltninger
Ingen kuliltedetektor eller gasapparater (værten har angivet, at der ikke er en kuliltedetektor eller gasapparater på overnatningsstedet)
Røgalarm (værten har angivet, at der er en røgalarm på overnatningsstedet)
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Kæledyr
Kæledyr er ikke tilladt (servicedyr er tilladt, og der opkræves ikke gebyrer)
Børn og ekstra senge
Børn er velkomne
Begivenheder
Arrangementer er ikke tilladt
Rygning
Rygning er tilladt: I udvalgte områder
Vigtige oplysninger
Godt at vide
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Gebyrer for ekstra opredninger kan forekomme og varierer afhængigt af overnatningsstedets politik
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Særlige ønsker afhænger af tilgængelighed ved indtjekning og kan medføre ekstra gebyrer. Særlige ønsker kan ikke garanteres
Fester og events for grupper er strengt forbudt på stedet
Værten har angivet, at der ikke er nogen kuliltealarm eller gasapparater på overnatningsstedet
Værten har angivet, at der er en røgalarm på overnatningsstedet
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Om området
Denne lejlighed befinder sig i Pylos-Nestoras i landlige omgivelser og tæt på stranden. Neo Kastro og Pylos Slot er nogle af de lokale seværdigheder, du kan opleve. Er du mere interesseret i at udforske naturen, kan du kigge forbi Det Ioniske Hav og Gialova Strand. Besøg vores rejseguide til Pylos-Nestoras
Har Idyllic Gialova apartment overlooking Navarino Bay. 3mins drive to the beach en pool?
Ja, dette overnatningssted har en udendørs pool.
Er Idyllic Gialova apartment overlooking Navarino Bay. 3mins drive to the beach et kæledyrsvenligt overnatningssted?
Nej, kun servicedyr er tilladt på overnatningsstedet.
Hvor meget koster parkering hos Idyllic Gialova apartment overlooking Navarino Bay. 3mins drive to the beach?
Der er mulighed for parkering på overnatningsstedet.
Hvornår er indtjekning på Idyllic Gialova apartment overlooking Navarino Bay. 3mins drive to the beach?
Indtjekning starter kl. 15.00.
Hvornår er udtjekning på Idyllic Gialova apartment overlooking Navarino Bay. 3mins drive to the beach?
Udtjekning er kl. 10.00.
Hvor ligger Idyllic Gialova apartment overlooking Navarino Bay. 3mins drive to the beach?
Dette lejlighedskompleks med familievenlig profil ligger ved vandet i Pylos-Nestoras, kun 15 minutters gang fra Det Ioniske Hav og Gialova Strand. Derudover ligger Divari Strand og Kalamaris Vandfald ca. 5 km derfra.
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10/10 Fremragende
jacobus j.
23. jul. 2017
Nice appartment, close to wonderful beaches, good spot to visit south-west Pelops!
Nice appartment, close to wonderful beaches, good spot to visit south-west Pelops (from ancient Messene to Olympia)
Overnattede 5 nætter i juni 2017
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10/10 Fremragende
Pauli K.
16. okt. 2019
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Wonderful place surrounded by olive groves
Our family had a wonderful time here. Nigel was just perfect host by giving nice tips about places to visit and he kindly brought some toys to our kids to play during our holiday. Location was peaceful since we were only quests during our stay. Beautiful views!
Overnattede 6 nætter i oktober 2019
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10/10 Fremragende
David R.
9. aug. 2022
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Perfect
An amazing stay facilitated by lovely hosts. We were made to feel very welcomed with lots of tips on local things to do and see. I especially loved the outdoor kitchen. I would whole heartedly recommend Fiona's place.
Overnattede 7 nætter i juli 2022
Verificeret anmeldelse
10/10 Fremragende
Lynne Lewis L.
15. jul. 2019
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Super apartment in the South West Peloponnese. perfect for exploring, beaches ancient sites and more
Clean, comfortable accommodation. Friendly helpful host. Easy access to bars , restaurants and shopping. Lots to do in the vicinity. Beautiful sandy beaches, clear calm water for swimming. AND a delicious cool dipping pool awaiting you at the end of a long hot day!
Overnattede 7 nætter i juni 2019
Verificeret anmeldelse
10/10 Fremragende
Jayne P.
28. sep. 2018
Stay near Gialova
This was an ideal place for a holiday - it had rooms and facilities for the 4 of us (2 couples), and a balcony with a fantastic view where we could sit and relax, eat our meals and drink some local wine. The area has loads of places to visit - we only stayed for 4 nights but all wished we'd booked for longer. Fiona and Nigel are both lovely and welcoming - we would definitely recommend and hope to return. Or maybe see them in Leicester!
Overnattede 4 nætter i september 2018
Verificeret anmeldelse
10/10 Fremragende
Géraldine M.
2. aug. 2018
Un super séjour
Nous avons passé un excellent séjour chez Fiona et Nigel, l'appartement est très agréable, avec la terrasse-cuisine incroyable et la vue extraordinaire à toute heure du jour ! La piscine est super également. Et on est très bien situé pour découvrir cette partie du Péloponnèse, Pylos, Méthoni, et plein de très belles plages à proximité (mais plutôt en voiture quand même). Fiona et Nigel ont été très accueillants et à l'écoute, merci à eux.
Overnattede 6 nætter i juli 2018
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10/10 Fremragende
Fiona d.
10. jul. 2018
The perfect place to stay in the Peloponnese
Spacious and attractive apartment with wonderful views. The outdoor kitchen and balcony was a unique experience! The garden and olive groves made a perfect setting to laze away the day and enjoy the swimming pool. The owners were exceptional in their care and guidance of best places to visit. They couldn’t do enough to make our holiday so memorable. We started off as visitors and felt that we left as friends!
Overnattede 9 nætter i juni 2018
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8/10 Godt
Werner L.
3. sep. 2017
Traumhafte Lage und sehr komfortable Ferienwohnung
Traumhafte Lage im Olivenhain am Hang und sehr komfortable Ferienwohnung mit guter Ausstattung. Überaus freundliche und hilfsbereite Gastgeber, Fiona und Nigel haben immer gute Tipps und Anregungen. Man braucht unbedingt ein Auto, aber auch hier kann vor Ort geholfen werden.
Gerda und Werner Ludsteck
Overnattede 6 nætter i august 2017
Verificeret anmeldelse
10/10 Fremragende
Andreas L.
8. sep. 2019
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Eines der schönesten Appartements
Eines der schönsten Appartements, das wir in einem Urlaub je genossen haben. Wundervolle Lage. Geschmackvolle Wohnungseinrichtung. Ein toller Balkon mit super Aussicht und guter Küchenausstattung. Ausgesprochen freundliche und unkomplizierte Vermieter. Schönste Umgebung. Einfach ein wunderbarer Ort, um mit unseren beiden jugendlichen Kindern Urlaub zu genießen und uns sehr wohl zu fühlen. Tausend Dank an Fiona, Nigel und Phoebe. Wir kommen wieder.
Overnattede 7 nætter i august 2019
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10/10 Fremragende
Stefania F.
10. sep. 2014
Una vacanza perfetta
Con i nostri 3 bambini abbiamo trascorso alcuni giorni nell'appartamento Elektra, pulitissimo, accogliente e con vista incantevole che rendeva piacevole anche il lavaggio dei piatti!
Ci siamo sentiti a casa, grazie soprattutto alla calorosa accoglienza di Fiona, agli ottimi consigli di Nigel e alla simpaticissima e dolcissima Phoebe, perfetta compagna di giochi dei nostri bambini.
Speriamo di poter tornare presto!
Stefania e famiglia
Fra arkiv
10/10 Fremragende
Katharina B.
5. aug. 2017
Great place
Me and my family spent one week in the apartment and really enjoyed it. The apartment is very nice and has a big balcony. You have a fantastic view over the sea, Pylos and the landscape which is why we spent most of the time outside on the balcony. Fiona and Nigel are very friendly, polite and meet every wish. You can really see that they love to host people.
The apartment is located in the middle of olive trees which is very nice. It is very quiet and pretty.
Thanks a lot Fiona and Nigel, we really enjoyed staying in your apartment.
Overnattede 7 nætter i juli 2017
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10/10 Fremragende
Philippe W.
11. sep. 2014
Beautiful view from the apartment
Thank you for your warm welcome in your houses. Our expectations of a warm and resting holiday were fulfilled. The climate, beaches and wonderful sceneries of Methonia and Gialova helped, but the comfortable, well-equipped house and the beautiful view from the apartment Elektra associated with your care of our well being made the difference. Of course we look forward to and will be coming back. Take good care of yourselves and family and see you soon.
Philippe, Gertha & Ivy
Fra arkiv
10/10 Fremragende
Hannah S.
1. sep. 2015
Location location location... excellent
We had a 10 day stay at the apartment. We utilised the extra bedroom downstairs and were really impressed with the location. The views are outstanding and aside of a few thunderstorms we had a lovely holiday. We used our car mainly to get to Gialova and then we mainly walked. We were able to walk to and from town in under half an hour which was a perfect distance to walk off the amazing food and drinks that Gialova offers. Fiona and Nigel were lovely hosts and couldn't do enough to help/ advise us. We really felt that we experienced a snippet of the Greek lifestyle in and around the olive groves.
Verificeret anmeldelse
10/10 Fremragende
Clare G.
5. sep. 2019
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Stunning hillside location with sea views
We had a lovely week in a fabulous location. This first floor apartment has amazing sea views and catches the breeze. The swimming pool was perfect for cooling off after a day out and about. Fiona and Nigel are excellent hosts, providing you with a very comprehensive info pack and also local hints and tips. Giolova is an upmarket cluster of restaurants and shops and we had a number of lovely dinners here. Try the ice-cream parlours as well. We hired a boat and went scuba diving with Nikos at Pilos Marine Dive Shop in nearby Pilos (Pylos) - highly recommended. The beaches are lovely and the waterfalls and pools of Polylimnio well worth the walk. Overall, an amazing area and very pleasant apartment for a family of 4.
Overnattede 7 nætter i august 2019
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10/10 Fremragende
Thomas R.
11. sep. 2013
Seafood, best beach ever, history, olives...
What a lovely fortnight that was - thanks for all the help, advice, delicious bread and those life-saving cheese sandwiches on the day we left (just when we were completely in the middle of nowhere everyone suddenly got very hungry!) . We changed plans on the way to Athens and did Mycenae instead, so Ancient Messini is a treat for next time.
Gialova gave us exactly what we wanted. A restful break away from the crowds in a beautiful and fascinating part of Greece, with amazing food straight out of the sea and off the land. And the fact that Greeks clearly go there on their holiday too is a really good sign.
Thanks again. You live in a lovely place!
Fra arkiv
10/10 Fremragende
Gabrielle Y.
13. aug. 2014
Beautiful, tranquil spot for a special time away.
My husband and I spent 10 days here and loved it! Spectacular views over the sea greeted us every morning and sunsets and starry nights were our companions when the sun went down.
Our favourite part was the outdoor balcony (yes, with the view) and its open air kitchen. Since my husband is an excellent cook, we spent many evenings (and lunchtimes) lingering on the balcony as we felt it was the best place to be. The neighbouring village of Gialova has lots of good places to dine, but there was something special about lounging at home and not going anywhere.
We;d never visited the Peloponnese region before and are in love with this part of the world. From our home base at Arkady, we found plenty to see and do on day trips and road trips so we're keen to return and see more of what we missed the first time around.
Overall, a very special spot to relax and soak up the Greek lifestyle.
Verificeret anmeldelse
10/10 Fremragende
Catherine G.
25. jul. 2019
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Relaxing Holiday in a Lovely Location
We had a very relaxing holiday in this apartment with our 2 children aged 16 and 13. Nigel and Fiona were great hosts who provided lots of local information about places to visit and where to eat. We made great use of the pool and the terraced area for sunbathing and cooling off and the apartment is in a great location for us to travel further afield to Olympus, Koroni and Sparta. Lots of interesting historical places to visit as well as beautiful, clean and uncrowded beaches a short distance from the apartment, our favourite was Golden Beach just 10 minutes away by car with shallow, warm waters. We even managed to swim in the local waterfall and had it all to ourselves! Lots of places to eat in Gialova and surrounds, we never had a bad meal, and when you are cooking or just relaxing on the balcony at the apartment the view is just amazing! This area of Greece is beautiful and unspoilt and we would love to return in the future.
Overnattede 14 nætter i juli 2019
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10/10 Fremragende
Gabrielle Y.
13. aug. 2014
Beautiful spot to relax and soak up stunning views
My husband and I spent 10 days here and loved it! Spectacular views over the sea greeted us every morning and sunsets and starry nights were our companions when the sun went down.
Our favourite part was the outdoor balcony (yes, with a view) with its open air kitchen. Since my husband is an excellent cook, we spent many evenings (and lunchtimes) lingering on the balcony as we felt it was the best place to be. The neighbouring village of Gialova has lots of good places to dine, but there was something special about lounging at home and not going anywhere several nights of the week.
We'd never visited the Peloponnese region before and are in love with this part of the world. From our home base at Arkady, we found plenty to see and do on day trips and road trips so we're keen to return and see more of what we missed the first time around.
Overall, we found this to be a very special spot to relax and soak up and enjoy the Greek lifestyle and Fiona and Nigel were fabulous hosts.
Verificeret anmeldelse
10/10 Fremragende
James W.
22. aug. 2018
Fabulous place & people
We (2 adults, one 12 year old) were here for 10 nights, shared between both apartments. There's not much difference between them apart from upstairs has 2 bathrooms. Fiona & Nigel could not have been more accommodating, friendly and considerate. They will stay out of your way if you prefer, but we had a couple of evenings with their family & friends which were high points of the holiday. Their recommendations for the area, including beaches & restaurants, were spot on and they booked us on a boat trip from Marathopoli which was a lovely afternoon. The area around Gialova is fantastic - there are miles of beaches and plenty of great restaurants but it still feels laid back and nowhere is crowded. The pictures do not do the view justice, it's truly panoramic and the balconies are a wonderful place to cook, sit, eat & relax. We loved it & hopefully will be back...
Overnattede 7 nætter i august 2018
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10/10 Fremragende
Jane D.
19. sep. 2015
Quiet location, wonderful view
We've had a fabulous holiday here in Gialova : have loved every minute ! The accommodation has suited us perfectly and the view from the balcony is a treat for the soul every morning. We've taken full advantage of all your recommendations and highlights have included : dining at Kastro's, Andreas' and Niko's in Methoni. Visiting Pylos and Methoni castles and snorkelling from the rocks below Methoni castle. Also dipping into the limpid turquoise waters of Shinolakka waterfalls ; Voidokilia beach and the walk to Nestors cave and Paliokastro ; day trip to fascinating Messini , eating well at Stasi's and Elia's in Gialova and swimming across to Sphacteria from the end of Golden beach. Also visiting Tsapi beach beyond Finikounda and eating the most delicious grilled sardines at the Taverna. A feast for the senses ! It's been a pleasure staying here plus meeting you and your extended family, Nigel , Fiona and Phoebe. Many thanks for your hospitality. We'll be back !
Jane , Simon, Joseph and Martha
Verificeret anmeldelse
10/10 Fremragende
Dave B.
24. aug. 2019
Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Breathtaking views, friendly owner, lots to do and see
Wow what a holiday! The apartment was great and far more spacious than we'd thought it would be. The views from the fab kitchen / diner balcony are just simply breathtaking. Fiona and Phoebe were so friendly and helpful with great ideas of what to do, where to go etc.
Highlights for us included:
1. Polylimnio waterfall - you've got to keep climbing up to the higher pools because it just gets better and better,
2. Our day out on a motor boat - so much to see and do (historical sites, snorkelling, stunning beaches etc),
3. Golden Beach is fantastic, especially if you keep going right to the far end.
Finishing up our days with a dip in the pool looking up at the stars was a real treat. The restaurants and bars in Gialova were all very good and reasonably priced - we managed to get a beach side table every night of our stay.
Oh and the sunsets are just stunning across the bay.
Highly recommended.
Dave, Toni and George
Overnattede 7 nætter i august 2019
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10/10 Fremragende
Genevieve L.
5. jun. 2014
A perfectly breathtaking stay in Gialova
I stayed in Arkady with my 3 year-old son for a week. The photos don't do the place justice - the view from the balcony/outdoor kitchenette over the garden, olive groves out to the bay is just gorgeous.
Fiona spends a lot of time on the garden and the rich scents of roses, geraniums and more exotic blooms were all around us. There is a beautiful space to do your morning stretches with yoga mats provided if you wish. She and Nigel are wonderful hosts, explaining the best local places to swim and eat. I don't drive and they were happy to pick us up from Gialova if we were there for a late meal at Aplo - a very cool place on the beach where they play black and white films outside and serve delicious modern Greek food. The beaches are brilliant for small children, sandy with shallow water and at this time of year, we had them almost to ourselves. I would especially recommend the beach at Methoni and Golden Beach for long picnics on the sand.
The apartment was clean and well-maintained. There is a family atmosphere as the owners live in a separate part of the villa and they were able to lend us some toys, an inflatable ring for the sea, and books to keep my little boy happy.
In short, we didn't want to go home and would recommend this apartment 100%!
Verificeret anmeldelse
10/10 Fremragende
Giles B.
1. sep. 2018
Fantastic Relaxing Holiday Accommodation
The holiday met all our expectations and more. Absolutely lovely place and you couldn't ask for more genuinely nice people than Nigel and Fiona, who can't do enough for you. The views from the balcony kitchen are what makes this accommodation a pleasure and so unique, and such a relaxing arena to talk, eat and drink!!! We've only been home a week and miss it greatly. The apartment is very private, no neighbours at all within ear shot or sight, setting is ideal within olive grove. Can't honestly say how much I recommend this accommodation,you will not be disappointed and if you are, then you need to have a serious word with yourself!! The village of Giolova is small but incredibly busy at night in the restaurants in the middle of August, but not commercial or ruined by tourism in the slightest. Many Greeks holiday there and they only do that for one reason, because they enjoy the good food,location and friendly atmosphere.
There are so many good beaches available by car in the vicinity that you'll never get bored, recommend that you hire a car for a week at least which Nigel and Fiona can organise through Vangelis at very reasonable rates.
The local beach is only 10 minutes walk from the apartment and tavernas/restaurants an extra 4 minutes.
All in all I can't recommend this accommodation and Landlords enough,certainly one of the best Greek holidays we've had,but definitely the best apartment we've stayed in.
Overnattede 14 nætter i august 2018
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10/10 Fremragende
Stuart C.
9. okt. 2015
Exactly what we needed...
Elektra was exactly what we needed. There are two apartments in the house; Arkady and Elektra. We stayed in Elektra for a few days at the beginning of August. The apartment was beautiful, homely (not just the usual whitewashed clinical finish), and clean, with outstanding views of Navarino Bay from the kitchen/balcony. This innovative feature makes more sense than you would fist imagine; and is something that we will remember for long time (if only we had the weather for it in the UK!). The house is situated just far enough up the hill to give you peace and quiet but just close enough to walk to the beach and the village. Perfect… Or, you can walk the other way up amongst all the Olive groves. One of which the house it situated in. And I’m sure you can even borrow a lovely dog from Nigel and Fiona to accompany you if fancy (we recommend Daisy!)…
Nigel and Fiona gave a warm welcome which equalled the weather and the clear waters of the bay. We also took advantage of their recommendations, taking trips to Pylos and Methoni. We saw the Polylimnio Waterfalls, Methoni Castle. We spent many hours snorkelling around the beaches in Methoni and Navarino Bay. If we had had the car for longer we would have gone to Messini and further afield.
Our memories are full of lovely weather, beautiful thunderstorms, sand in beds, warm sea, snorkelling and starfish, sailing, scuba-diving, unfinished books, late trips to the local Stasi restaurant, unpolluted star-filled night skies, and of course Greek salads.
Next time we will try and visit some of the places we didn't have time for, go scuba-diving again, and maybe try a bit of windsurfing or kite-surfing; because we will definitely be returning here and would recommend it to everyone…
Fra arkiv
10/10 Fremragende
Stuart C.
20. okt. 2016
A welcome as warm as the beautiful weather.
We enjoyed ourselves so much last year that we decided to return again this year. Our thanks to Fiona & Nigel for the many little touches that made this holiday homely, warm and personal. We had a great time again!
The accommodation is set in a beautiful and peaceful olive grove on the side of a hill overlooking Navarino Bay. Its only a short walk down to the waters edge. The apartments are comfortable and well equipped; including a kitchen on the balcony for al-fresco cooking and eating, and a wide selection of books for those, who want to relax with a glass of wine and a good story. There is also a lovely garden and patio with a swimming pool. Perfect for a midnight swim! We looked at the stars every night and watched meteor showers in the dark night skies. (Not much light pollution here!)
Everything had been arranged smoothly and we felt the welcome and the friendliness of everyone we met. The area has a lot to offer; unspoiled coastal towns with clean beaches and clean water, good food and drink and wall-to-wall sunshine. We ate out in local restaurants nearly every night! It is not expensive and the food and wine are locally produced and freshly cooked.
The scenery is stunning, and the water is crystal clear, great for snorkelling, or even scuba diving which you can try from the local scuba shop in Pylos under the watchful eye of Nicos. You can also hire boats from there, which we did for a day, and went to exlplore the bay and the islands.
Most days we tried a different beach. The kids enjoyed collecting pebbles which we then painted and decorated ….
We also liked going to local villages and towns, especially Gialova and Pylos; both picturesque and lively, full of restaurants and some entertaining local music and events.
No doubt that we will return again. Hopefully next year..