Troodos Mountains accommodation, Cyprus
| country: | Cyprus |
| location: | Troodos Mountains region, Limassol |
| price: | From £40 per night per apartment (sleeps 2-4), based on 2 adults sharing. See below for other pricing information |
| offers: | 5 days for only €150 during August |
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description
Our accommodation has been declared a preserved property, standing gracefully in a prominent position in the village to welcome guests from afar. Situated in the picturesque village of Vouni in the Limassol district, it is located on the foothill of the Troodos mountains and only 30 minutes' drive from the seaside town of Limassol. Vouni is one of the oldest wine growing villages of Cyprus, renowned for it’s quality vineyards. Here you will have the opportunity to savour some of the local wines.
This magnificent two storey stone house was built more than 200 years ago, and has been recently restored to its original splendour. Decorated to a high standard with all modern facilities and many original artefacts, all three apartments provide comfortable rural accommodation with modern amenities for visitors.
The village architecture dates back to Venetian times the school house stands in a prominent position with many stories to tell, now declared a preserved property as part of Cyprus’s heritage a visit is well worth the effort.
A few streets away the Old Olive Mill longs for the hustle and bustle of old times. Many visitors adore the scenery and arrive in traditional buses to sample the specialties of the taverns and spend a day in magnificent surroundings. Whatever your holiday plans are, this accommodation offers the visitor a retreat away from the hustle and bustle of the city. So visit us and meet the real Cyprus with all its charm and hospitality.
Whilst staying in our apartments you will be able to visit many nearby attractions at your leisure, such as Aphrodite’s birthplace in Paphos (45 mins), ancient sites of Kourium & Apollo's temple (20 mins), mountain attractions & quiet blue flag beaches (25 mins) and world heritage churches & monasteries (15 mins). The area is particularly suitable for walkers, birdwatchers and nature lovers, with many small nature trails around the village within walking distance as well as a short drive away. Further up, the Troodos mountain region offers an abundance of landscape for the more experienced hiker. The impressive Caledonian Falls in the Troodos region are much visited.
August is a very busy time in Cyprus and if you have the opportunity to visit Vouni at this time of year you will find the air buzzing with activities. The locals prepare for their annual festival where wine and traditional food is served. Furthermore, in September many local sweet meats are prepared and served in the village square for visitors to sample. Guests can enjoy tea & scones with fresh cream & jam at a Devonshire tea house situated in the village. Maria, the owner, also provides guided orchid walks in and around the village by request.
This magnificent two storey stone house was built more than 200 years ago, and has been recently restored to its original splendour. Decorated to a high standard with all modern facilities and many original artefacts, all three apartments provide comfortable rural accommodation with modern amenities for visitors.
The village architecture dates back to Venetian times the school house stands in a prominent position with many stories to tell, now declared a preserved property as part of Cyprus’s heritage a visit is well worth the effort.
A few streets away the Old Olive Mill longs for the hustle and bustle of old times. Many visitors adore the scenery and arrive in traditional buses to sample the specialties of the taverns and spend a day in magnificent surroundings. Whatever your holiday plans are, this accommodation offers the visitor a retreat away from the hustle and bustle of the city. So visit us and meet the real Cyprus with all its charm and hospitality.
special things to do and see here
Whilst staying in our apartments you will be able to visit many nearby attractions at your leisure, such as Aphrodite’s birthplace in Paphos (45 mins), ancient sites of Kourium & Apollo's temple (20 mins), mountain attractions & quiet blue flag beaches (25 mins) and world heritage churches & monasteries (15 mins). The area is particularly suitable for walkers, birdwatchers and nature lovers, with many small nature trails around the village within walking distance as well as a short drive away. Further up, the Troodos mountain region offers an abundance of landscape for the more experienced hiker. The impressive Caledonian Falls in the Troodos region are much visited. August is a very busy time in Cyprus and if you have the opportunity to visit Vouni at this time of year you will find the air buzzing with activities. The locals prepare for their annual festival where wine and traditional food is served. Furthermore, in September many local sweet meats are prepared and served in the village square for visitors to sample. Guests can enjoy tea & scones with fresh cream & jam at a Devonshire tea house situated in the village. Maria, the owner, also provides guided orchid walks in and around the village by request.
travellers' tales
Most memorable were a 13km walk around Mount Olympus, walks up to the Caledonian Falls and Chantara waterfalls, tasty meals in little tavernas, having breakfast and reading on the beautiful sunny terrace. (more)
rooms, food and facilities
Our accommodation consists of two ground floor apartments and one spectacular top floor apartment, stretching the length of the house. All apartments have a spacious master bedroom with en suite shower and can sleep up to three adults or a couple with two children. The apartments have fully equipped fitted kitchens with open plan dining/sitting area, and are fitted with central heating and open log fireplace. Each has a television, home cinema, DVD and radio. All the bedrooms and living areas benefit from beautiful views to the south and the west, and have glazed doors with shutters, opening onto either the balcony or the terrace. Linen and towels are provided. Family and baby friendly: The village is home to the Cyprus Donkey Sanctuary, which children of all ages love to visit. Excursions to the neighbouring villages are always interesting and the beach is a 20 minute drive away. We welcome babies and baby cot/park facilities are made available on request.
Pet friendly: Well behaved pets are welcome. With the accommodation boasting a large courtyard and private garden, your pets will feel at home.
how to find us
We are an hour's drive from Larnaca airport and 45 minutes from Paphos airport. From either airport you follow the signs for Limassol town. Full directions are provided upon request with mini map.
pricing
Prices are per apartment (sleeps 2-4) and based on 2 adults sharing. Pounds Sterling | Euros | |
| 1 night | £40 | €50 |
| 3 nights* | £100 | €135 |
| 7 nights* | £220 | €300 |
| Extra adult (per night) | £15 | €20 |
| Breakfast (at local tavern, 50m away) | £4 - £5 | €5 - €6 |
| Children (under 12 years) | FREE | |
* Welcome pack and bottle of wine for stays over 3 days.
how this holiday makes a difference
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We took over and restored this grand family house in 2004, maintaining all original features and following strict guidelines by the Cyprus Antiquity department.
 The accommodation being stone built provides the perfect insulation for both summer and winter, this allows us to benefit without the need for air conditioning in the summer and minimises the use of oil heating in the winter. Various interior details have been seen to such as the conserving of water with showers that have fine spray heads, coupled with our own private drainage and taking care to providing our guests with cleaning products that minimise damage to the under water supplies. Bins have been made available for the recycling of paper, glass and cans, and we liaise with the Cyprus Donkey Sanctuary whenever feasible for our donation. A large medley of wild flowers and herbs has been planted in the garden, with bird tables made available for our two legged friends. We are particularly privileged to own five acres of vineyards, which are organically cultivated. From these vines we make our own ecological wine, which our guests have the opportunity to sample and enjoy with our compliments. The area is renowned for its vineyards which also provide a haven for wildlife such as hares, partridges and hedgehogs. Our guests are introduced to the two local taverns where traditional home made Cypriot food can be enjoyed. This helps to sustain local business which provides employment for the local community. The initiative taken on our part as members of the Cyprus Agrotourism project has we feel had a positive impact in the village. We have in turn been able to generate some welcomed business and encourage local activities of the past to be revived. |
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