SYROS Abela Airconditioned Free wifi Apartment: 2

The relaxing, private, comfortable, self-contained studio apartment at Abela, sleeps 2. It is very close to a beautiful, safe swimming beach. Abela village is quiet and relaxing close to Megas Gialos. This is one of 3 studios available so if you have a large family you can rent all 3! Free wireless internet, recently refurnished and a well-stocked kitchenette. If you prefer not to cook the best Taverna on Syros is right on Abela beach, a 2-minute stroll down an olive-tree-lined country road. This lovely self-contained Syros (not Santorini) apartment (often called a room to let in Greece) sleeps two comfortably. Very private, comfortable (with new comfortable mattresses and pillows in Jun 2017), and close to the beach. Villa Abela offers three comfortable apartment studios known as rooms to let in Greece, an economical and comfortable accommodation choice for your holiday on Syros. They can be rented separately or are suitable for larger groups. They can even be combined with renting the villa for larger groups and events such as weddings or family reunions. The rooms to let are located in their own two-story building at the West end of the property separated from the main villa by several patios, ensuring privacy. They have separate entrances and the two upper rooms have views down to the sea. Each apartment has a fully equipped small kitchen area with a refrigerator. There is a new flat-screen TV and free wireless internet access. I live in the US but my English and Greek speaking manager lives close by should you need anything during your stay! I'm available via phone, text, and email. Syros is located in the Cyclades, in the Greek Aegean ocean. Its famous neighbors include Mykonos and Delos, but is rapidly becoming popular with tourists who appreciate its true Greek nature and diverse geography. Syros can be rocky and dry, similar to nearby Mykonos, which makes the sparkling blue aegean pop even more. Depending on the season, the hillsides can also be green with herbs, purple with flowering wild thyme, or yellow with flowering helichrysum. It is a favorite with wildcrafters and bees! Syros is a favorite with families who enjoy the beaches and playgrounds. Some areas offer the all night partying similar to nearby greek islands, but there are plenty of quiet areas to get away from it all. Syros offers many activities, from wine, cheese, and confectionary tasting, boating, fishing, unique architecture, churches, visits to textile artisans, and miles of beaches: there is fun here for everyone! Villa Abela is a spacious, light, and airy home, with stunning views down over Abela Beach. The villa features four bedrooms, marble floors, air conditioning, and marble terraces and gardens at every turn. This home is meticulously furnished with a blend of antiques and modern decor. Abela is small town on the sought after southern end of the island. It features a charming safe beach with a delightful taverna. HOW TO GET HERE Via Passenger Ferry There are departures from Piraeus several times a day. You need to buy a ticket before you get on the ferry from a travel agent or ferry office (this ensures ferries are not overcrowded). We recommend arriving at least an hour before the sailing to get a good seat as most sailings do not have reserved seating. There are older ferries and fast catamarans. The older ferries takes about four hours and offer the advantage of open upper decks so you can get wonderful views during your trip. They are also cheaper than the fast ferries. The high speed or fast ferries are more comfortable, newer, and take only two hours. Note that they do not have outer decks, so you cannot enjoy the views quite as well. Ferries for Syros leave from Piraeus, the port of Athens. You can reach Piraeus by s new train (set up for the 2004 Olympics). You can also catch a cab, but make sure the cab is on the meter and the meter is on fare 1 not 2 (which is for night from midnight to 5am) Via Airport From Athens International Airport, you can be at Syros Island in 30 minutes by air. Flights schedules change frequently so check often. You can find flights on many of the main online travel sites, including (URL HIDDEN) the airport code for syros is JSY. It is very convenient if you can arrange your international flight to arrive approximately two hours or more before the Syros flight, you then have plenty of time to clear customs and check in for your Syros flight, and will easily and quickly arrive on the island. Note that checking in can seem a little different - there are really no lines- don panic - just wait for your island to be called then politely work your way to the front of the group. You may need to loudly indicate your island to get to the counter. Car Ferry Driving in Athens is chaotic so we recommend that you rent a car on Syros instead of in town. Rates are comparable and you save the price of the car on the ferry. Guests at Villa Abela may be eligible for a discounted rate for car rental. Just let us know what you need. Car Rentals A rental car is an ideal way to explore Syros. There is also a round island bus, which stops approximately ten minutes walk from the villa. As a guest at Villa Abela, a discounted car rental rate may be available to you. The details are in the Guide book which will be emailed to you. I live in the US but my English and Greek speaking manager lives close by should you need anything during your stay! I'm available via phone, text, and email. I live in the US but my English and Greek speaking manager lives close by should you need anything during your stay! I'm available via phone, text, and email. Abela is a quiet small beachside village tucked away off the main road. There is a taverna right on the beach that is excellent but this is a quiet area, perfect for a relaxing beach vacation. If you're comfortable driving in Greece, you may want to rent a car before you arrive so you can explore the other beaches and attractions on Syros and easily shop for groceries etc at one of the several supermarkets on the island. There is plenty of parking at the villa for your rental car. Otherwise, the local "round island bus" stops just a ten minute walk away - ideal for a quick and lively journey to the main town of Hermoupolis or any of the stops around the island. The nearest store is about a 15-20 minute walk in Megas gialos but the best supermarkets are in Ermoupolis, Galissas or Finikas. Wander the hills around abela and gather wild herbs or capers, chat with locals, explore deserted beaches or travel to Kini or Finikas to hang out with the beach scene. There is a lot to do on Syros and Villa Abela is the perfect spot to start. A rental car is an ideal way to explore Syros. There is also a round island bus, which stops approximately ten minutes walk from the villa. As a guest at Villa Abela, a discounted car rental rate may be available to you. From the Athens airport you can either fly direct to Syros - the fastest way! or catch a ferry from Pareus. It is easy and fun! From Athens airport follow the signs to the Trains which is across the street – they only take cash for the tickets and the only ATM is at the airport so get cash first. Get a one way or return ticket to Pareus. The station is Track 2. You can download a map of the metro here (URL HIDDEN) Follow the blue line. You will need to change at Monastiraki – one you get off the train there the signs to the Pareus track are clearly posted. When you get off the train at Pareus exit through the left exit this takes you straight to the escalator and the overhead walkway so you avoid the busy street. You may need to pick up your ferry ticket here so look for the office on the wharf – Blue Star Ferries if that is the ferry line you have booked. I get my ticket in advance and you can book here – let them know you want the fast ferry and I like to go business class that way you are guaranteed a seat. Look here for ferries (URL HIDDEN)