Getaway Retreat with Panoramic View, 3 min from Sea

This fully equipped apartment composes a getaway retreat from urban life and creates an island of comfort & tranquility. Experience a captivating sunset with a panoramic view of sea and surrounding mountains and feel the transcendent summer breeze while sitting at the large balcony. 3 min from sea & town center. Bakeries, supermarkets, cafes, restaurants, clubs, open cinemas & theater, banks, pharmacies, pine forest, sport facilities and more in walking distance. If you are seeking for a getaway retreat you can reach without a lot of hassle away from urban life to simply relax and enjoy the sea and nature, then Xilokastro is the right place to choose! If you also crave for having fun, then the town offers beach bars at Pefkia for daytime and bars for your late evenings, making Xilokastro a favorite destination for younger ages. The apartment is situated in an ideal tranquil location, 3 min from the sea and commercial center of Xilokastron. Walk to the local bakery (2 min) to buy warm, freshly made bread and other delicacies for your breakfast. Supermarkets, grocery stores, commercial shops, banks & ATMs and pharmacies, bus and taxi station are all in walking distance. Entertainment: you will find cafes, restaurants and bars along the coast, as well as beach bars, open cinemas & theater, scheduled concerts and small amusement park in summer (near the harbour). Recreation: enjoy pine forest of Pefkia, the coastal pedestrian area and the cycling route that are ideal for walking, jogging and cycling. The town also has sports facilities including tennis, beach volley and basketball courts. You will find all of the above in 5-10 min walk from the apartment. THE SPACE This spacious and sunny apartment has been designed to be functional for couples, friends, families and hosts up to 3 guests. It is located on the 3rd floor of a residential building, measures 52 sqm and is fully equipped and furnished, including amenities for a relaxing & comfortable stay. The apartment has air conditioning in both rooms and heating 24/7. It has a security door and double glazed windows. The apartment includes: a) A bedroom with a queen bed (high quality mattress and pillows), side tables and a closet. We provide clean and fresh cotton sheets. An additional closet is located in the hallway. b) A spacious living room, dining area and fully equipped kitchen for cooking. The sitting area includes a sofa bed and an armchair. It is equipped with a TV and compact radio/CD. There are blackout rollers to block the light when sleeping. Kitchen appliances include: electric stove, fridge, filter coffee machine, sandwich maker and microwave oven. c) A bathroom with a bathtub and washing machine. Clean and fluffy cotton towels and toiletries that include body wash, shampoo and conditioner. d) A large balcony that surrounds the whole apartment with panoramic view of sea and surrounding mountains. A table and comfortable chairs provided to relax or dine outdoors. Highlights of this home: the magic moments of a captivating sunset, as well as the transcendent summer breeze. Don’t forget to bring a sweater for those cool evenings on the balcony! GUEST ACCESS Guests can access the apartment through the main building entrance by climbing some stairs or using the ramp, and take the elevator to the 3rd floor. You will have access to the whole apartment and to a parking space on the premise. AMENITIES We have invested in a high quality mattress and pillows to ensure you enjoy a comfortable rest. We provide high quality linen that include clean and fresh 100% cotton sheets, mattress and pillow covers, clean and fluffy cotton towels as well as toiletries that include body wash, shampoo and conditioner. You will find coffee, milk caps, sugar and condiments for your use in the kitchen as well as cooking and dining items. We also provide hangers, iron, iron board, suitcase stand and hairdryer. SHOPPING & FOOD Bakery and coffee shops, restaurants, supermarkets, grocery stores and commercial shops are only minutes away (by foot). Every Friday, you can visit a big local market a few blocks away, where you can find local products and buy fresh fruit, vegetables, fresh eggs and much more from local producers. You can also order food and coffee from the several shops located nearby. A list is provided with the best local shops in the area for pizza, Greek food – including souvlaki, etc. THE AREA Xilokastro is a coastal area with beautiful beaches (2019 blue flag!), the pine forest of Pefkia that stretches 2 km along the coastline of the Corinthian Gulf, a picturesque marina and much more. It generously offers unique scenery throughout the town blending in the deep blue sea and surrounding mountains. The apartment is located near the center of Xilokasto, 3 min from the sea and 5 min from the central square of Agiou Vlasiou. The neighbourhood is friendly and very tranquil, especially during quiet hours and in the evening. You can walk to the local bakery for warm fresh made bread and breakfast items. There is an excellent restaurant located two blocks away with homemade recipes for lunch (they also have home delivery). The pine forest of Pefkia is a 10 min walk. This is a unique forest with pine trees and rare plants and stretches 2 km down the coast. You can walk or jog along the beach or inside the forest, under the shade of pine trees. In the evening you can take a stroll at the pedestrian area stretching along the coast and have dinner at one of the waterfront restaurants and/or have a drink at one of the bars. You are only minutes away from the heart of the town! We provide the summer program with scheduled cultural events in town. Choose to go to a theatrical play or concert visiting the town during your stay. For sports lovers, Xilokastro has sport facilities, including beach volley, basketball and tennis courts. GETTING AROUND Xilokastro is located 120 km from Athens and 100 km from Patras. You can reach Xilokastro from Athens by: Car - just 75 min drive. Proastiakos train - take the train to Kiato station and from there take a taxi to reach Xilokastro (15 min drive). Bus - take direct bus to Xilokastro from KTEL Kifisou (2 hour drive). The apartment is only 5 min walking distance from the Xilokastro bus station. Everything in town is in walking distance but if you like bicycling, bring them along and enjoy rides on bicycle paths around the town! The most famous sites, such as Ancient Korinthos and Mycenae are about 1 hour by car. You can also reach the lofty mountain of Trikala in just 20 minutes. There are several half day excursions you can plan to visit nearby traditional villages, ski resort and lakes.