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Stone Cottage in traditional Greek village with spectacular sea views

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Sun-loungers
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
Books
Fridge, oven, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Combined shower/bathtub, hair dryer, towels, soap

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 670 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Ocean view
    Ocean view

Explore the area

Map
Volos, Magnesia
  • Museum of Olive and Oil
    10 min walk
  • Koropi Beach
    10 min drive
  • Miles Museum Mount Pelion
    15 min drive
  • Volos (VOL)
    66 min drive

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About the area

South Pelion

A family-friendly stay in South Pelion awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be 0.8 km (0.5 mi) from Museum of Olive and Oil and 7.5 km (4.7 mi) from Koropi Beach. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen and a balcony. .Home features a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge and a stovetop. Housekeeping is available on request. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this South Pelion holiday home include Afetes Town Square and Santa Marina Church.

What's nearby

  • Museum of Olive and Oil - 10 min walk
  • Koropi Beach - 10 min drive
  • Folklore Museum Milies - 15 min drive
  • Miles Museum Mount Pelion - 15 min drive
  • Volos Port - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Volos Station - 37 min drive
  • Volos (VOL) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Γιαλοπαρμένο - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Roumeli - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Παλιός Σταθμός - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Αγιωργίτικο - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Εδέμ - ‬7 min drive

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 manager

Richard Dawson

Languages

English, Greek

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
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing 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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number 00000984456

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Stone Cottage Traditional Greek Village Spectacular sea Views

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Stone Cottage in traditional Greek village with spectacular sea views?

The closest beach to Stone Cottage in traditional Greek village with spectacular sea views is Koropi Beach (5.3 km).

Does Stone Cottage in traditional Greek village with spectacular sea views have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is Stone Cottage in traditional Greek village with spectacular sea views family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a BBQ and highchairs, it's no surprise that Stone Cottage in traditional Greek village with spectacular sea views is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Stone Cottage in traditional Greek village with spectacular sea views?

No, Stone Cottage in traditional Greek village with spectacular sea views does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Stone Cottage in traditional Greek village with spectacular sea views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Stone Cottage in traditional Greek village with spectacular sea views?

No, pets are not allowed.

Stone Cottage in traditional Greek village with spectacular sea views Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rashmi P.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Esther D.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grant I., Edmonton

Liked: Cleanliness
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
Stayed 14 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

Liked: Cleanliness
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
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

kim m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning views
A remote and peaceful property with stunning views. Every small detail was take care for a lovely stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Camille N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Pelion hideaway
This place is amazing! Amazing house, peaceful patios, beautiful views. We wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Paula D.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dave R.

Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

4/10 Poor

Kees Piet H., Leiden, Holland

Liked: Cleanliness
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...
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

E H., UK

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

8/10 Good

Chris O.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

8/10 Good

peter t.

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.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2016

8/10 Good

Carolin Marie J.

Liked: Cleanliness
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“.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

alain N.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 16 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Pardo G.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

marion m., Meran-o

Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Piercarlo D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming house near Volos
Great Listing perfectly situated Highly recommend!!!!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan Erik K.

Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andreas Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super!
Super!

10/10 Excellent

Christian B.

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
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Oliver O.

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.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

ILINCA C.

Exceptionnel
Magnifique propriété au calme, accès insolite. Literie moyenne.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2017

4/10 Poor

Petra H.

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.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Elisabeth D.

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.

6/10 Okay

Rainer K.

Schönes Haus für Ruhesuchende !
Das Haus entsprach den Angaben des Vermieters. Richard hat uns zuvorkommend und hilfsbereit aufgenommen. Der Blick auf den Golf von Volos und die Olivenhaine ist wirklich traumhaft. Zum Wandern ist es in den Sommermonaten zu heiß, im Frühjahr oder Herbst sicherlich besser. Die Auffahrt mit dem Auto ist ein bischen abenteuerlich.Man darf nicht ängstlich sein und zu Fuß sicherlich etwas beschwerlich. Für Ältere und Behinderte wirklich nicht geeignet. Ansonsten schöner Platz für Ruhesuchende.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2016