IKARIA Escape to Natural Beauty

Stylish. Peaceful, 70sq met Panoramic-view house built on rock overlooking the Icarian blue sea. Rocky and small sandy beach below. Enjoy the sea view from the couch. Cook your favourite meals in the full kitchen, everything you need is there. Walkable to your morning cup of coffee, restaurant, hiking trails, jogging and bar. Safe, cozy, cool, good energy, feel at home.ta For an authentic Greek island experience, tourist free, Karkinagri is a simple, small fishing village situated in the southern part of the island. It is idyllically located between vertical mountainsides near a rocky beach of incomparable natural beauty offering to visitors calm and comfort. Stylish. Peaceful, 70 sq met Panoramic-view house built on rock overlooking the Icarian blue sea (Sleeps 2 in main bedroom + 2 in built-in comfortable beds/couches in living room), spacious fully equipped traditional kitchen, bathroom with built-in shower. Tastefully decorated, even from within the house you can view the sea and sailing boats. The terrace outside overlooks the Icarian sea and is equipped with two small tables and 4 traditional balcony chairs. The balcony is not very private, since it is frequently used as a walking path for locals who are friendly and like to greet. The kitchen is fully equipped with oven, micro wave, coffee machine (filter) and espresso machine. Coffee and bread/or local cookies are available for breakfast. From Karkinagri you can easily reach Nas (17 klm), Mesakti beach Armenistis (20 klm), and Raches, old central mountain village (25 klm). An informative booklet is at the house giving tips and information for sight seeing, where to eat, swimming spots ,etc while I am always available when required. In Karkinagri you will find tavernas , cafes and supermarket (if one has special needs then you should prepare beforehand because the supermarket is limited). The 200 inhabitants are mainly fishermen, land cultivators and wine growers. Nearby, lies the Cavo Papas, with the famous lighthouse, for hiking lovers, the view is magnificent! Visitors practice different sports like diving & snorkelling, fishing, sailing in the deep blue Ikarian sea. In the trails of the island, nature lovers will discover another dimension of wild nature. This fish-village is of wild natural beauty –a getaway- and is offered for relaxation, while one can also explore the island by car. Throughout summer there are various festivals held throughout the island with authentic local music, food and dancing. On July 26 the traditional fair of the village is held in Karkinagri square. Extra linens, toiletries are provides for your use in the bathroom storage. Complimentary coffee, tea, fresh bread and jam are offered. Parking is on the main square, just 2 minutes walk to the house. Extra maid service can be provided on request. The island has two ports: Evdilos (closer to the house -1 hour drive) and Agios Kyrikos- 2 hour drive). You can arrive by sea ferry 'Hellenic Seaways' from Piraeus or alternatively from other adjacent islands (schedules should be checked). There are also flights from Athens. If one does not have a car, then a taxi can be arranged for pick-up. Alternatively, by plane (40 min flight) from Athens to Agios Kyrikos and have a rented car waiting at the airport. The road/sea view to Karkinagri is spectacular! Note: Booking a car rental should be made well in advance. Ikaria has two ports. Evdilos (which is a 40 mins drive to the house) and Aghios Kirikos (which is aprox 2 hrs drive to the house). One can come to Ikaria by plane, or ferry from Piraeus. It is also ideal for island hopping from the islands of Mykonos, Syros, Samos, Patmos, Leros and Leipsi. Check Ferryhopper for tickets & schedules to and from the island.