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Peaceful Skiathos, delightful villa ideal for 6-8; pool, garden, stunning views
- villa1292 sq. ft.
- Sleeps: 8
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Min Stay: 7 nights
Traditional villa ideal for 6-8; pool, stunning view, 5 mins beach-village-port
Bedrooms
Bedroom 3
Bedroom 4
Guest bedroom 2
Master bedroom / en-suite
Orchard Villa sleeps up to 8 adults in 4 air-conditioned bedrooms; click 'Vivienne - ask Owner a Question' to check if any offers for smaller parties outside high season. 1 master bedroom with king-size bed and en-suite shower etc. room, and garden door. 3 twin-bedded guest rooms with access to 2 shower etc. rooms
Amenities
Featured
- Swimming pool
- Internet
- Air Conditioning
- Fireplace
- TV
- Washer & Dryer
- Parking
- No Smoking
- Accessible
- Heater
Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 3
- Shower room 1Toilet, showerSmall vanity unit
- En-suite shower room (Master bedroom)Toilet, showerLong vanity unit, 2 modern glass 'counter-top' wash-basins
- Shower room 2Toilet, showerSmall vanity unit
- Master bedroom (no.1) has en-suite wet room with shower, wc, and vanity unit with twin vasque wash-basins. The guest wing has 2 shower rooms, each with shower, small vanity unit, and toilet
Safety features
- Safe
- Deadbolt lock
- First aid kitKitchen
- Smoke detectordining room/kitchen, bedrooms
- Fire extinguisherKitchen
- Exterior lighting
Location Type
- Beach5-10 mins drive to 9 of the top 12 main beaches: Achladies ('Pear-tree'), Vassilias ('King's'), Sklithri, Megali Ammos ('big sand!'), Tzaneria, Kanapitsa, Vromolimnos, Kolios, and Troulos.
- Near the ocean5-10 mins drive to 9 of the top 12 main beaches: Achladies ('Pear-tree'), Vassilias ('King's'), Sklithri, Megali Ammos ('big sand!'), Tzaneria, Kanapitsa, Vromolimnos, Kolios, and Troulos.
- RuralAt head of forested valleys with country lanes to secluded north side beaches of Kechria and Tarsanas ( 15 mins); and via Agia Paraskevi valley to popular beach 'Troulos'.
- TownNearest town, Volos; in scenic Pelion area, 90 miles direct, 1½ hrs ferry. Attractive taverna-lined harbour, traffic-free centre, m-way/rail to Athens/ Thessaloniki, all main shops-services-agencies.
- VillagePaved traffic-free Skiathos village and harbours 10 mins, with tavernas, cafes, bars, shops, services, airport, - see my 'Villa Guest Guide part 2' and maps in the villa.
- WaterfrontOnly 10 mins to Skiathos old harbour, ferry port, and marinas, all lined with tavernas-bars-boutiques ... and harbour-view tavernas up 'The Steps', a 'Clovelly' cobbled lane to the upper village
- Beach ViewStunning '7-island' panoramic views across the bay to Kalamaki Point and Kanpitsa bay, and the main islands Skopelos, Evia, Tsougriaki, Arkos, Marengo - even Skyros when clear.
- Mountain View360° view of Skiathos from roof terrace (highest point, Karafiltzanaka (1,400ft.); and on the far horizon, the mainland mountains of Dirfys (5,700ft.) and Parnassus (8,000ft.)
- Ocean ViewStunning '7-island' panoramic views across the bay to Kalamaki Point and Kanpitsa bay, and the main islands Skopelos, Evia, Tsougriaki, Arkos, Marengo - even Skyros when clear.
General
- TelephoneStrong 3-4-5G mobile signal - no fixed line
- Air ConditioningFour air-conditioned bedrooms
- HeatingRadiators and blowers available - but highly redundant in summer!
- Linens ProvidedChange of bath- and bed-linen provided weekly
- Washing MachineFull-size
- Clothes DryerLarge 'umbrella' dryer outside
- FireplaceImpressive ceiling-height traditional Skiathos fireplace and chimney-breast (see photos). But - not needed or usable in summer - fire risk.
- ParkingPrivate secure driveway, remote-control gates, parks four cars
- Towels ProvidedBath towels - but sorry, no beach-towels!
- Safe
- Wireless InternetVery good 3G/4G signal for smartphones as wi-fi hot-spot for your tablet or laptop. (sorry, no fixed-line phone/router). Free wi-fi in nearly all tavernas, cafes, beaches.
- Iron & Board
- Hair Dryer
- Paper Towels
- Basic Soaps
- Toilet Paper
- Living RoomFlagstoned split-level dining/lounge; log fireplace; dining table; sofa/armchairs; hi-fi; open-plan kitchen across bar and stools. Four French windows to large tastefully-furnished dining courtyard.
- Baby Gate
Kitchen
- Dishwasher8 settings
- RefrigeratorTwo refrigerators with small freezer / ice compartments
- Stovevitro-ceramic
- OvenFan oven
- Microwave Standard / basic
- Grill
- Coffee MakerFilter
- ToasterStandard two-slice
- Pantry ItemsWelcome pack: milk, coffee, sugar, wine; tablets etc. for dishwasher, washing machine, floor-cleaning, loo, etc. ; tissues; loo rolls; mozzy tablets
- Dishes & UtensilsFully equipped for 8
- KitchenOpen-plan across bar with stools; ceramic hob / hood, fan oven, 2 sinks, microwave, toaster, elec kettle, filter coffee, 2 fridges, dish/clothes washers. Wine racks, lots of cook-books and cupboards.
- Kettle
Dining
- Seating for 8 people
- Dining Room
- Dining Area
- Childs Highchair
- DiningMost parties eat out on the courtyard or roof terraces - usually warm enough for outside drinks and moonlit sea-view until after midnight. The split-level living room/bar is equipped for eight.
Entertainment
- TelevisionSmall TV, Greek channels with occasional English-language films.
- StereoMarantz speakers and a small collection of classics - C&W- 60's . Open the 4 French windows for near surround-sound moonlight concert in the courtyard ...
- DVD PlayerSmall TV and DVD player - but BYO discs!
- BooksLoads of local guides and maps; modest but tasteful cook-book library; usual holiday paperbacks!
- GamesA few rainy-day puzzles and board games
- Games for Kids
- Music LibrarySome cassette tapes / CDs; classical, 60s rock, Greek
Outside
- Lawn/GardenA hillside olive and fig grove with flowers, palms, oleander, lemon, avocado; and stunning panoramic views. Three flagstoned terraces include pool-side with slate-top drinks table and seating.
- BalconyRoof-top sun terrace with 360° view of Skiathos bay and the '7 islands', Kechria valley and the north channel, and the hills above. Gated access, not overlooked.
- Kayak/CanoeFor hire on main beaches
- BicyclesFor hire in village
- BoatFor hire on main beaches and at the port - self-pilot if licenced, or with captain.
- Beach Chairs
- Deck/PatioFour terraces: a 'living courtyard' through the 4 dining room French windows; main party and sun terrace above the pool drinks terrace; and roof-top sun terrace (unoverlooked, ideal for naturists!)
- Outdoor Furniture
- Water Sports GearFor hire on all main beaches and in the village - also two SCUBA clubs (book in village)
- Ski & SnowboardWater-skiing on the main beaches, with all other water-sports, including wind-surfing, parascending, dinghy sailing, boat hire, etc. Also, two SCUBA diving clubs (book in village) and horse-riding.
- TennisTennis and social club with taverna in Skiathos village near the marina.
Suitability
- wheelchair accessibleEase of villa access - Easy front-door access from car in level drive - 2 shallow steps only - 2 steps between split-levels in living room and courtyard, and gentle path / shallow steps to upper and pool terraces - for mobility issues - like wheelchair - check with me (click above, 'Vivienne - send owner a message').
- Long-term Renters Welcome
Pool / Spa
- Outdoor Pool
- Private PoolLevel access to hillside pool (8 x 5 x 1.2m) from the garden drinks terrace with fantastic view! Child-secure, fenced-gated from terrace and on far side 2m above the lower garden picnic area.
Notes
- Other Children's facilities: 2 high-chairs, 2 cots, playpen, baby's bath Other Sports - Activities - Tennis club - Horse-riding - Conducted hill walks - SCUBA diving - Sea fishing
Policies
Cancellation Policy
- Bookings at this property are non-refundable.
Damage and Incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.
House Rules
Events allowed
Max guests: 8
- To avoid uncomfortable breakdowns, run air con only when room occupied and windows-doors shut.
- Supervise children at all times, avoid garden shrubs.
- No smoking inside villa (wood roofs), great care in country
Cleaning practices
Minimum 3-day vacancy between guest stays
All towels and bedding washed in hot water that’s at least 60ºC/140ºF
Cleaned with disinfectant
High-touch surfaces cleaned with disinfectant (like countertops, light switches, handles, and faucets)
Map
Hosted by Vivienne
Ask a questionAbout Vivienne
We're an English couple who've spent a lifetime abroad, mainly in Greece, the Alps, and the middle-East, and now retired to France. We're always delighted to chat about summer and winter/ski holidays in Greece and France, and their food, wine, and language - so don't hesitate to call us. And while you're on your holiday with us, we're always at the end of a phone for any help you may need.
Vivienne purchased this villa in 1988
Why Vivienne chose Katsarou
We combed Greece and the islands for ten years, for a dream villa plot with stunning sea and island views, and local building all in traditional Greek style - white walls, low red-tiled and flat roofs, blue shutters, sun-terraces, porches and pergolas - and no high-rise shoe-box hotels (or 'rave-up' resorts ... but still a v. cool night -life!). In 1990 architect friend Angelos Altsitsoglou realised our dream as "Orchard Villa", in its own olive and fig grove still with over 50 fruiting trees - but careful picking your figs - the leaves can sting! We found the land overgrown head-high, and had scramble up an ancient olive tree (still there!) to be sure we had the stunning panoramic view you now enjoy, equalling the very best coastline scenery anywhere in the Mediterranean!
What makes this villa unique
We used the plans of our favourite Cycladic villa, with split-level flagstoned lounge, British 'pub'-style bar, and open-plan kitchen. Four French windows lead you onto a sun-trap split-level courtyard/patio with its vine pergola; and up to a roof sunbathing terrace, or down broad steps to the two garden terraces. The fenced pool below has level (child-gated) access from its own 'ouzo sundowner terrace', and the ultimate panoramic view over the bay and "7-islands" view ... Skiathos, Skopelos, Arkos, Marengo, Panormos, Tsougria, Tsougriaki, Evia ... and on the far blue horizon, even to Skyros .
- Languages:
- english, french