St. Basil’s Stone Castle Villa Gytheio with private pool

In a Flash

St. Basil’s Castle Villa, located in the area of Gytheio, is an astonishing newly-built 260sqm 5-bedroom stone villa spread over three floors, and boasting superb views over the mountains and the infinite blue of the sea beyond. It boasts a 500sqm. wonderful garden which includes a large 4mx8m swimming pool, and is ideal for large families and groups of friends wishing to relax and take in the beauty and serenity of the impressive natural landscape. Rumor has it that lucky guests may also enjoy the visit of a sparrow family occasionally visiting the pool with their younglings, to drink water in hot summer months!

St Basil’s Villa is unique in its own right as it is just one of very few, if any, superior quality stone-built villas in the whole Laconia County. Meticulously designed and constructed so as to provide all modern amenities, it also offers guests a stylish holidaying experience, as they can relax in total comfort while also enjoying nature and the breath-taking views the villa offers.

Interior

St Basil’s Castle Villa is spread over three spacious levels. The indoor spaces have been stylishly interior designed, artfully fusing classical local touches and modern tones. The villa boasts a couple of open plan living spaces: one on the ground floor and one on the first floor. Both feature their own fully equipped kitchen, a dining area and a fireplace. Another extra kitchenette is available on the second floor, for your convenience.

An ideal accommodation for large groups of family or friends, St Basil’s Villa boasts five bedrooms, four of which feature their own queen-size bed and the fifth two single beds. There are also 3 large bathrooms, and a WC. The villa is fully equipped with all modern amenities and boasts air-conditioning throughout, as well as an alarm system.  All in all, this is a fantastically unique Greek holiday stone-built villa, which has been designed to offer convenience, comfort and absolute style.

Exterior

The outside spaces of the stone castle in Gytheio will certainly leave you spoilt for choice. Large verandas and several open air & semi-covered outdoor spaces are available for your pleasure, equipped with very comfortable superior quality outdoor furniture. They are ideal spots for reading a book, playing a game, enjoying some coffee, wine or cocktails, or simply relaxing, taking in the breathtaking surrounding landscape.

One of the prime highlights of St Basil’s stone Castle Villa in Gytheio is its spacious (4mx8m) swimming pool with superb direct and unobstructed views of the mountains, forest and blue sea beyond. The pool area boasts an even larger pool deck, complete with its own extremely comfortable sun loungers, two large sun umbrellas and a dining area, that extends all the way into the courtyard of the property.

Whereabouts

St Basil’s Stone Castle is located in a hamlet just 6km from the town of Gytheio, in an area of superb and unique natural beauty. The villa, the garden, and the swimming pool will reward you with magnificent panoramic views of the sea, the surrounding mountains and the deep green forest.

Gytheio, or Gythio, is a town on the eastern shores of the Mani Peninsula in the Peloponnese region. In antiquity, during the historical era Homer’s ‘Iliad’ and ‘Odyssey’ took place, Gytheio used to actually be the port of Ancient Sparta. On the south side of town, one will find the islet of Cranae. It was once a small island, fully detached from the shore, though is now connected to the mainland via a causeway.

Legend has it that Prince Paris of Troy and Queen Helen of Sparta spent a night there before departing for Troy following her abduction from her home and her husband, King Menelaos of Sparta. The King was not left feeling too happy about this development, which basically ignited the great war between Greeks and Trojans, the stuff of legends. It is said that Prince Paris left his helmet on the islet before departing with the abducted queen, hence the name of the islet, derived from the Greek ‘kranos’, meaning helmet.

Another notable characteristic of this town is its archaeological museum, housed in a listed building designed and built by the famous architect Ernst Ziller in 1881. Ziller also designed the local Maiden school, another architectural gem of the area, built in 1886. The fantastic beaches of Mavrovounio and Petalea are only about 4km away, while the majestic and widely adored snowcapped (at winter) mountain of Taygetos, an area of breathtaking and inspiring natural beauty, is only a short 30km drive away.

Access

Guests will enjoy complete and exclusive access to all areas of the villa, its large verandas, patios, terraces and pool, during their stay.

You can therefore choose to relax indoors or outdoors and enjoy the fantastic views in full comfort and privacy, at any time.

Host Availability

Choosing to spend your holidays here is all about enjoying your vacation. We will be therefore welcome you on check in and give you all the information you might need.

If you need anything else throughout your stay, please do not hesitate to ask! 🙂

During your stay, a host will be available if and when needed.

We appreciate privacy and discretion as well-sought ingredients for relaxing and memorable holidays.

Directions & Getting Around

We strongly recommend using a vehicle, rented or privately-owned, to enjoy Gytheio to its fullest potential.

Taxis could also be utilised, though may be scarce at times during specific parts of the season. In general, enjoying full travel independence either way, is a known ingredient in order to have a fantastic time in the Peloponnese.

Distances

• Mavrovouni Beach: 9km
• Gytheio Town: 6km
• Cranae Islet: 7.6km
• Museum of Mani History: 7.6km
• Dimitrios Shipwreck: 11.6km
• Keefas Castle: 17.6km
• Taygetos Mountain Peak: 46.5km
• Aeropoli 20.7km
• Oitylos: 23km
• Diros Caves: 30.7km
• Sparta: 41km

Extra Features:

• Regular pool maintenance twice a week.
• Regular garden maintenance once a week.
• A private pool.

Important Notes

• We would kindly ask that you respect the neighbours at all times. We urge your attention to the following ‘quiet hours’ enforced by law; during which you must pay special attention; so that there is no disturbing or excessive noise coming from the accommodation:
  • Summer quiet hours (Apr.1-Sep30): 3PM-5.30PM & 11PM-7AM
  • Winter quiet hours (Oct.1-Mar.31): 3.30PM-5.30PM & 10PM-7.30AM
• Upon arrival guests must display a valid form of identification (ID or passport). Also, a short-term rental agreement must be signed as required by current Greek law under the Greek taxation system. Guests will not be able to check in if this requirement is not satisfied.
• This accommodation’s refurbishment and interior design was constructed utilising the finest materials. We expect you to respect it accordingly. Any damages will incur the relevant charges. In case these are not covered by the deposit held, additional charges will be claimed.
• A range of services can also be arranged on request: Daily cleaning and/or cooking staff, assistance regarding use of the facilities, Transportation & Chauffeur Services, Boat Charters and Trips and other Tailor Made Services. Please just ask.

Booking Notes:

• The security deposit should be handed in cash upon arrival and will be returned in cash upon departure.
• Upon booking confirmation, you will receive a detailed email with
  • all the necessary information (e.g. exact address/location of the property)
  • the contact information of your host in Gytheio.
• Prices are subject to change.
• Final price and availability are subject to confirmation.
• For Cancellations and Refund Policies please read here.

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