Peloponnese self catering cottage sleeps 2, Greece
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We use only stone found in the location and build our walls in the style of the castle using as little cement as possible. We do not have solar panels or satellite dish for that reason, that it is not in keeping with the environment.
We also paint our cottage in the colours of the location.
Our garden is planted with Mediterranean plants and as many drought resistant species as we can find, we do not use chemical fertilizers on our olive trees, vegetables or flowers, preferring to use organic methods of horticulture.
We use a drip system to water our garden which comes on in the early hours of the morning so as to not disturb the water pressure for our neighbours, and when it is most advantageous to the plants.
We use energy saving lamps both in the cottage and in the garden and we have a toilet with a long and short flush.
We encourage guests to only use the air/con when necessary, we hope to install good quality ceiling fans so that we do not use air conditioning in the future. We also ask guests to limit the use of the hot water boiler.
We also encourage our guests to observe Greek 'Siesta', which happens between 2p.m. and 5 p.m. in the Summer.
We also ask our guests to be aware of the dangers of fire in the hot, dry Summers in Greece, especially when using the BBQ.
We hope that our guests will appreciate the very special environment that they are in and love it as much as we do.
We recycle wood and other materials whenever possible and a good part of the furniture in the house is made by us from recycled wood.
A water cooling machine is in the outdoor kitchen for drinking water which limits the need to use plastic bottles. We encourage people not to use single use plastics and to be aware of the amount of rubbish that is left on the beaches and to pick it up whenever they can.
Our beaches are home to nesting loggerhead turtles so we like to make guests aware of their needs i.e. to respect their nests which are monitored by volunteers, you are very welcome to join them on their early morning inspections. You may be lucky enough to see the hatchlings rushing to the sea.
The Impacts of this Trip
We have been in Greece for 16 years and we still do not speak the language very well, but we understand more and more. We try to integrate with the local people as much as possible and try to not let the language barrier be a problem.
We have wonderful neighbours in the Castle who are happy to give us fresh, free range eggs and lemons straight from the trees.
When we have guests we recommend the local restaurants especially those that use their own garden produce.
We buy from the local shops, whenever possible . We always ask the best way to cook from the Greeks, they have much better knowledge of these things. We recommend places of local interest to our guests with details of how to reach them and we tell them about how lucky we are to have our local beach home to nesting Loggerhead Turtles and how careful we all must be to observe and protect their nests. We also ask that they support the turtle volunteers who do such a good job. They can be found on the harbour manning a kiosk with information and Turtle souvenirs.
We try and pass work to locals as we are aware of who is good at what in this area.
Being artistic ourselves, we like to support local artists, of which there are many.
We observe and respect the wonderfully diverse wildlife in Greece and when change threatens this special area i.e. open cast mining, we are there with Greeks and other nationalities to protest , we all know how blessed we are to live in this beautiful and, as yet, unspoilt area of Greece.


We use only stone found in the location and build our walls in the style of the castle using as little cement as possible. We do not have solar panels or satellite dish for that reason, that it is not in keeping with the environment.
We also paint our cottage in the colours of the location.
Our garden is planted with Mediterranean plants and as many drought resistant species as we can find, we do not use chemical fertilizers on our olive trees, vegetables or flowers, preferring to use organic methods of horticulture.
We use a drip system to water our garden which comes on in the early hours of the morning so as to not disturb the water pressure for our neighbours, and when it is most advantageous to the plants.
We use energy saving lamps both in the cottage and in the garden and we have a toilet with a long and short flush.
We encourage guests to only use the air/con when necessary, we hope to install good quality ceiling fans so that we do not use air conditioning in the future. We also ask guests to limit the use of the hot water boiler.
We also encourage our guests to observe Greek 'Siesta', which happens between 2p.m. and 5 p.m. in the Summer.
We also ask our guests to be aware of the dangers of fire in the hot, dry Summers in Greece, especially when using the BBQ.
We hope that our guests will appreciate the very special environment that they are in and love it as much as we do.
We recycle wood and other materials whenever possible and a good part of the furniture in the house is made by us from recycled wood.
A water cooling machine is in the outdoor kitchen for drinking water which limits the need to use plastic bottles. We encourage people not to use single use plastics and to be aware of the amount of rubbish that is left on the beaches and to pick it up whenever they can.
Our beaches are home to nesting loggerhead turtles so we like to make guests aware of their needs i.e. to respect their nests which are monitored by volunteers, you are very welcome to join them on their early morning inspections. You may be lucky enough to see the hatchlings rushing to the sea.

The Impacts of this Trip
We have been in Greece for 16 years and we still do not speak the language very well, but we understand more and more. We try to integrate with the local people as much as possible and try to not let the language barrier be a problem.
We have wonderful neighbours in the Castle who are happy to give us fresh, free range eggs and lemons straight from the trees.
When we have guests we recommend the local restaurants especially those that use their own garden produce.
We buy from the local shops, whenever possible . We always ask the best way to cook from the Greeks, they have much better knowledge of these things. We recommend places of local interest to our guests with details of how to reach them and we tell them about how lucky we are to have our local beach home to nesting Loggerhead Turtles and how careful we all must be to observe and protect their nests. We also ask that they support the turtle volunteers who do such a good job. They can be found on the harbour manning a kiosk with information and Turtle souvenirs.
We try and pass work to locals as we are aware of who is good at what in this area.
Being artistic ourselves, we like to support local artists, of which there are many.
We observe and respect the wonderfully diverse wildlife in Greece and when change threatens this special area i.e. open cast mining, we are there with Greeks and other nationalities to protest , we all know how blessed we are to live in this beautiful and, as yet, unspoilt area of Greece.

19 Reviews of Peloponnese self catering cottage sleeps 2, Greece
Reviewed on 20 Sep 2019 by Major(Retd) Terry Roper MBE TD
Excellent because of the attention to detail and love that Nick and Jodi have put into the Cottage. Read full reviewReviewed on 31 Aug 2019 by Richard Welpton
Koroni is a lovely town to stay in, the most memorable part is the wonderful cottage we stayed in with the beautiful gardens, it was very relaxing. Read full reviewReviewed on 10 Jun 2019 by Howard Lawes
The location is just perfect, small but well appointed cottage with a beautiful garden situated within Koroni Castle walls with views over the seaside town. Read full reviewReviewed on 28 May 2018 by Patricia Sharp
We just loved sitting reading in the beautiful garden - in fact sometimes this was what we did all day - moving from area to area for the shade and different aspects. The chairs in the different areas are very comfortable and the smells of jasmine, roses and herbs added to our total enjoyment. Read full reviewReviewed on 19 May 2018 by Penny Dowling
Beautiful and original garden in a real Greek location above the town in the grounds of old Koroni castle. An easy walk to the long and sandy beach on one side of the castle, Koroni town with waterside cafes and tavernas on the other. Read full reviewReviewed on 03 Sep 2017 by Marieke Bosman
Being in such a beautiful place that made relaxing very easy. Koroni is a charming, 'typical' Greek village with whitewashed houses with blue shutters, stepped narrow streets, nice shops, cafes, old churches, the odd gallery etc, with the blue blue Med lapping its shores. Set above it are the imposing walls of Koroni castle. Read full reviewReviewed on 24 May 2017 by Diane Clements
The holiday was just perfect in every way. The hosts, Jina and Nick were friendly and helpful. The cottage was everything we needed with the most stunning garden. Koroni was unspoilt and felt very Greek. Read full reviewReviewed on 26 Sep 2016 by Pamela Clayton
Every day was a delight and so wish we were still there. Read full reviewReviewed on 09 Oct 2016 by Sue Strand
(The holiday was) really great. Restful, peaceful and enjoyable. Read full reviewReviewed on 04 Oct 2016 by Ann Wells
The cottage is well equipped and comfortable and all we had to do was relax. Read full reviewReviewed on 30 Jun 2016 by Jan Tyrrell
We loved it and strongly recommend it - and by our enjoyment would give it 5 stars. Read full reviewReviewed on 23 May 2016 by Teresa Godbert
Best bit: Having a beautiful garden and cottage to ourselves with easy access to ancient Messenii the beach and Koroni town. Read full reviewReviewed on 11 Jul 2016 by Angie Regan
Very relaxing, a very special and unique location. Read full reviewReviewed on 12 Sep 2014 by Hannah Prothero
Five Stars!...We enjoyed everything about it. We found the cottage suited us perfectly, we took our 21 month old and the owners provided a cot,mosquito net and paddling pool for her Read full reviewReviewed on 25 Jun 2014 by Corinne Bushby
One of the best holidays we have spent in Greece, and we have been many times. Koroni is a beautiful unspoilt town. Read full reviewReviewed on 25 Sep 2014 by Rebecca Ingram
Great! We had everything we needed, and the cottage was very well equipped. The best part for us was the beautiful garden, with loads of places to sit. Read full reviewReviewed on 30 Oct 2013 by Alison Kirby
Just the very best holiday I've ever had. The climate was ideal; the place superb. Nik and Jina are so helpful; you couldn't ask for more. Read full reviewReviewed on 03 Sep 2013 by Susanna Burton
Excellent. Our first time in Greece and a lovely family holiday, very peaceful and relaxing, we were outdoors a lot. It's a beautiful place to take photos or draw. Read full reviewOur travel guides
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