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Quaint character cottage in traditional Greek village

Cottage in South Pelion with kitchenette and balcony

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1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

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1 bedroomSleeps 2323 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Quaint character cottage in traditional Greek village

Cottage in South Pelion with kitchenette and balcony
A garden and barbecues are available at this smoke-free cottage. The cottage features a balcony and a kitchenette with a fridge and a stovetop. Amenities also include a hairdryer and a shower.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this cottage offers a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Kitchenettes offer fridges, stovetops and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property manager

Richard Dawson

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Ski lift privileges

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended

Kitchenette

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Ski lift privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 323 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 00000984434

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Quaint Character Cottage in Traditional Greek Village Cottage

About the area

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Volos, Magnesia

What's nearby

  • Museum of Olive and Oil - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Koropi Beach - 11 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Miles Museum Mount Pelion - 13 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Volos Port - 24 min drive - 19.1 km
  • Pelion Ski Centre - 31 min drive - 21.3 km

Getting around

  • Volos Station - 37 min drive
  • Volos (VOL) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • â€ȘΓÎčÎ±Î»ÎżÏ€Î±ÏÎŒÎ­ÎœÎż - ‬4 min drive
  • â€ȘRoumeli - ‬6 min drive
  • â€ȘΠαλÎčός ÎŁÏ„Î±ÎžÎŒÏŒÏ‚ - ‬15 min drive
  • â€ȘΕΜαλÎčÎżÎœ - ‬7 min drive
  • â€ȘHotel phgasos - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quaint character cottage in traditional Greek village pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Quaint character cottage in traditional Greek village?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quaint character cottage in traditional Greek village?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Quaint character cottage in traditional Greek village located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Museum of Olive and Oil and within 6 miles (10 km) of Pelion Railway and Koropi Beach. SoutralĂ­ and Lagoudi are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Quaint character cottage in traditional Greek village Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10

Ons verblijf en locatie was zeer aangenaam, enkel het bereiken ervan haast een Griekse tragedie. Wij hebben geen enkele informatie ontvangen omtrent de route naar de locatie. Zowel Vrbo als de eigenaar waren ‘s avonds bij aankomst telefonisch niet bereikbaar. Lokale Grieken hebben ons moeten helpen om, midden in de nacht, naar het huisje te zoeken. Ondanks GPS e.d. was het in eerste instantie niet te vinden.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10

Chouette location pour dĂ©couvrir la rĂ©gion du Mont PĂ©lion qui est magnifique ! Tout est prĂ©vu pour le confort des locataires. Richard est trĂšs sympathique et donne de bons conseils. Il est primordial d'avoir un vĂ©hicule pour sillonner la rĂ©gion et d'ĂȘtre en bonne condition physique pour effectuer les randonnĂ©es 😁
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022

10/10

We had a wonderful time. The apartment is cosy and nicely furnished. We especially liked the small outdoors area, where we could sit and read. We didn’t have the chance to get to know Richard in person, but the communication was good. I would recommend the flat to my friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10

Super!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020

10/10

But it is quite remote! Be prepared for an adventure and rent a small car. :)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10

We were very glad to have found the Lemon House, small and quaint, with a lovely patio and beautiful view. Ana Gatzea is very quiet (just the usual crickets, church bells and local produce suppliers shouting their wares over a car microphone!). The directions were slightly daunting, especially since we left the airport in the dark. However we found it easily because Richard’s directions were very clear. Driving along a railway line â€Șat‬ â€Șmidnight‬ was definitely a first for us, but we soon got used to it. Maria was very helpful. We loved the area, and stayed mostly on the Gulf side because the sea is so calm and warm. The eastern Aegean coast is spectacular and well worth a visit, the forested areas are wonderful and the mountain villages beautiful, Makrinitsa especially. Agia Kyriaki is a very picturesque fishing village down in the Trikeri area, and we had a lovely lunch there on the quayside. We enjoyed a trip on the quaint Pilio railway from Ana Gatzea and spent a few peaceful hours enjoying the view from from a roof top restaurant in Milies while waiting for the return journey. We thought the Pelion was one of the most delightful places we’ve been to in Greece and we hope to go again, a fortnight wasn’t enough.

8/10

Points positifs : Localisation trÚs originale, vue splendide, accÚs amusant, maison pleine de charme prévue pour un couple. Environnement trÚs calme. Nombreuses ballades possibles dans la région (attention aux indications fournies par le propriétaire, tellement détaillées qu'elles en deviennent confuses). Charmant petit train touristique qui met un peu d'animation. Points négatifs : Les moustiques attaquent toute la journée !!! L'eau du golfe est trÚs chaude en plein été (30°-32°) avec développement de quelques algues. Matériel à disposition en début de séjour défectueux, corrigé aprÚs quelques jours. Le restaurant de la gare est souvent fermé, donc il faut prévoir de reprendre la voiture (indispensable) pour aller manger le soir. Remarques : Les plages splendides du bout de la péninsule ou sur la mer Egée sont atteignables en 75'-90' de route superbe. L'eau y est moins chaude et la mer est un peu plus agitée. Les ballades en altitudes sont plus fraßches et de toute beauté. Le voisinage de la deuxiÚme location n'est absolument pas dérangeant. Maria est souriante et disponible.

8/10

The location is quiet with beautiful views down to the sea. The owner has made an excellent book of various walks in the area with removable sheets that can be taken with you. Another reviewer complained of noise from the cafe but it would have taken a fantastically riotous celebration to have disturbed the peace at the house. Georgos at the cafe provided food on an intermittent basis. Other shops and restaurants are at Kato (Lower) Gatzea which is not far but more than an easy walk. Kato Gatzea is a pleasant seaside town and a good place to have a long lunch. The wi fi worked well but we had to search around for the log in details and some other information in the house guide appeared to be out of date There was a problem with the air conditioning when we first arrived in a bit of a heat wave but Maria, who lives underneath the cafe quickly fixed it when we contacted her. The railway is interesting. On days when there are two trains in each direction you can go to Millies on the first train, have a drink or meal, tour the excellent old church and then return on the second train. Hardly anyone gets on or off at Gatzea and it only seems to stop there so passengers can stretch their legs or use the loo. The train was officially full but we snuck on board and then paid at the destination.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10

TrÀumchen

10/10

Dear Richard, First we want to thank you for all the information and helpful tips that you gave us during our holidays. We enjoyed our time in Ano Gatzea. It is a beautiful place to hike and also to be near by the sea. The view from the garden to the sea was fantastic. We used the little kitchen and the barbecue. The only thing that we missed was a orange press. Your little paradise is the best place for people that are searching for calm and nature. We will come back!! Thank you! Bodo and Kerstin from Germany
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2019

10/10

We loved everything about the Lemon House and Ano Gatzea. Being nestled amongst the olive and lemon trees with the view of the sea was magical. We arrived in Volos by bus from Athens and had the best gyro of our entire stay in Greece right at the port. The bakery is a must...we were there every day and made sure we bought things to take with us on our ferry ride to Skiathos. I was sick with a cold during our stay and the local pharmacy was very helpful and caring when my husband went to buy medicine for me. Due to being sick we didn’t do much walking but we are looking forward to returning and exploring...Richard has all the info you need to go on different walks and hikes. It is definitely worth the drive to go mylopotamos beach as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10

insgesamt: sehr angetan von originell-geschmackvollen HĂ€uschen ( wir haben alle 2 probiert..) in tollem Ambiente: mitten in Olivenhainen ( großer Nachteil: total verstochen TROTZ Spray..), knapp unterhalb der legendĂ€ren Pilionbahn ( nur Sa/So da Saisonande) - bei dortigem "Bahnhofslokal-Ehepaar" herzlich versorgt mit dem was es halt gab: Wildschwein selbst geschossen, einheim. Wursteintopf - einfach, lecker ,ausreichend, preiswert. Der Rest: da nur ĂŒber SEHR steilen Anstieg vom Dorfparkplatz vor der Kirche zu Fuß erreichbar ( Alternative: nicht ganz einfach und legal (?) mit PKW auf Schienen ĂŒber Umweg, Tunnel etc.- nix fĂŒr uns...!!) Richard als Vermieter: sehr freundlich, wenn denn erreichbar.....ging 2 Stunden nicht ans Telefon als wir ankamen, hat uns dann dafĂŒr im Nachbardorf abgeholt - sehr hilfsbereit, wenn vorhanden....kleinere MĂ€ngel die wir melden mussten wurden dankbar registriert, wĂŒrde er sonst ja nicht mitbekommen, naja: - fĂŒr die Winterarbeit...im Haus: alles da was man brauch - sehr gut sortiert - viele Wanderungen von einer bis 10(!) Stunden - bestens beschrieben, sehr witzig kommentiert - wurden von Richard alle schon mehrfach gelaufen wie er versichert. Umgebung: mit Leihwagen ( nach 5-10 min Abstieg ĂŒber 5-800 Jahre alte Steinpfade aus der TĂŒrkenzeit und steilsten Betonspuren ) Nachbarorte gut erreichbar - schöne BadestrĂ€nde, viele Tavernen mit sehr gutem Essen - soweit wegen Nachsaison noch geöffnet.....Fazit: fĂŒr junge, sportliche Leute gut geeignet, war ja der Empfehlung zu entnehmen - Schnakenplage: ungerecht verteilt: meine Frau ca 40-50, ich 3-4 ....ob wirs wieder machen wĂŒrden ? hmmm.....? ;-)
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10

Wir hatten einen sehr erholsamen Aufenthalt in toller AtmosphĂ€re. Von der schönen Terrasse kann man wunderschön ĂŒber die Olivenhaine bis zum Meer blicken. Ano Gatzea ist eine gute Ausgangslage fĂŒr den ganzen Pilion. Sehr schönes und individuelles Feriendomizil am Hang im Olivenhain und umgeben von kleiner, alter Siedlung. Auch sehr angenehm: Kein "Massentourismus". Toll gelegen direkt unterhalb (ca. 100m) der historischen Pilion Eisenbahn (fĂ€hrt tĂ€glich hin- und zurĂŒck). Das Haus ist sehr schön und liebevoll angelegt und eingerichtet. Alles Notwendige fĂŒr den normalen Aufenthalt ist vorhanden (Grundausstattung). Das etwas grĂ¶ĂŸere Ferienhaus nebenan (gleicher Vermieter) hat eine getrennte Terrasse, aber den Eingang gegenĂŒber, es war in unseren Ferien nicht besetzt. Definitiv nur fĂŒr 2 Personen, auf 2 Etagen und, da es am Hang gelegen und ĂŒber die historischen "Eselswege" zu erreichen ist, sollte man gut zu Fuß sein (ca. 150m zum Abstellplatz fĂŒr das Auto). Die Anfahrt ist sicher nichts fĂŒr Fahr-AnfĂ€nger oder Ă€ngstliche Fahrer, lĂ€sst sich aber solide bewĂ€ltigen. Da es zum Meer oder in den Hauptort doch nicht sooo nah ist und es einige Höhenmeter zu ĂŒberwinden gibt, sollte man im heißen Sommer eher mit der tĂ€glichen Benutzung des Autos rechnen. Zuletzt: wir waren froh, MĂŒckenmittel mitgebracht zu haben. Insgesamt wĂŒrden wir das Haus auch unseren Freunden empfehlen.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10

Die etwas schwierige Anfahrt (enge Betonstrasse) wird entschÀdigt durch ein sehr gepflegtes, schön eingerichtetes HÀuschen. Die Terrasse mit altem Olivenbaum und Meerblick war unser Lieblingsplatz. Die NÀhe zum Nachbarhaus hat uns nicht gestört. Das Restaurant in der NÀhe der Kirche (von Mittwoch bis Sonntag geöffnet) bietet eine reichhaltige Speisekarte, schattige SitzplÀtze und sehr freundliches Personal.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

We have just returned from a truly fantastic fortnight in Ano Gatzea. The Lemon House was even better than we had imagined, with an amazing view across the Pagasitic Gulf. The owners were wonderful hosts, offering us an abundance of information about the local area. We particularly enjoyed an exceptionally interesting tour of Dimini and Sesklos led by Richard and also the sailing day with Charlotte. The cottage itself is incredibly quaint, with a choice of two patios to relax on, one of which has a BBQ. We decided not to hire a car this year, and were very surprised how much we managed to see without. There is a very comprehensible compilation of local walks, which we happily made our way through. Also, we found taxis to be most affordable, which added plenty of choice to where we ventured. We would definitely recommend The Lemon House to anyone who loves nature and walking, and just wants to tuck themselves away for a while.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10

There are some things in the listing that can use some clarification. First, while there is access to WiFi, it is not inside of the cottage. If you stand in just the right spot with just the right device you get WiFi connectivity. There is certainly no wired Internet access available. Checking email is a chore. Uploading photos to FB is not really doable. For good internet service, you might try the nearby village of Kala Nera as the village seems to offer reliable and free WiFi to the beach area. The other thing is that the cottage is in quite close quarters with a second rental unit (5 metres) that you can note in the photos. If you are looking for private outdoor space, this cottage is not for you as there is no place outside of the cottage to hold a private conversation, except at a whisper's volume. Be prepared to go up and down some steep hills--regardless of whether you are driving or walking. While there is a cafe right next door, it has limited hours and a limited menu. Other restaurants, the grocery store and an amazing bakery are 1.5-2 km away: down hill. When walking, the return trip is a challenging option. The cottage is quite well done. It is clean and well-maintained. The wooden beams and ceilings are quite beautiful. It does lack storage space for luggage. There are lots of walking opportunities for which the owner has prepared detailed descriptions and maps. The owners were great hosts, quite easy going and ready with all sorts of information and help. We enjoyed our stay and found the setting quite gorgeous.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10

Wer Ruhe und Abgeschiedenheit in traumhafter Naturkulisse sucht, ist hier genau richtig. Das urige, saubere und zweckmĂ€ĂŸig eingerichtete HĂ€uschen befindet sich in einem verschlafenen Dörfchen am Hang des Pilion. Charlotte, die stets gut gelaunte Vermieterin, kĂŒmmert sich sorgfĂ€ltig um die beiden HĂ€user und ist immer da, wenn man sie braucht. Unaufdringlich versorgt sie einen mit Tipps jeglicher Art. Daneben stehen im Haus Kartenmaterial und Mappen mit Informationen aller Art zur VerfĂŒgung. Aufgrund der abgeschiedenen Lage ist ein (Miet-)Auto vorteilhaft, aber nicht zwingend notwendig. Wir kamen zehn Tage gut ohne aus. Zumindest an der KĂŒste gibt es gute Busverbindungen und auch Einheimische nahmen uns gerne mal ein StĂŒck mit. Bis zum Meer (Kato Gatzea) sind es allerdings schon gut 20 Gehminuten durch traumhafte Olivenhaine. Dort sind nette Tavernen direkt am Meer, ein kleiner Supermarkt sowie eine grandiose BĂ€ckerei vorhanden. "Nach Hause" wollen dann aber schon ein paar Höhenmeter bewĂ€ltigt werden. Einzig die Moskitos waren ein wenig lĂ€stig. Doch mit Moskitonetz, Citronella-Kerzen und MĂŒckenspray ist auch dies zu bewĂ€ltigen. Empfehlenswert sind Fahrten mit der Pilion-Bahn (Haltepunkt direkt oberhalb des Hauses), Wanderungen entlang des Schienenstranges (!!!), das Bergdorf Milies, das Olivenmuseum in unmittelbarer NĂ€he mit seinen Produkten, in Kato Gatzea dann wie bereits erwĂ€hnt die BĂ€ckerei (Vollkornbrot, Kuchen, Kaffee) sowie die Beachbar "Rivera". An Tavernen haben wir einige ausprobiert. Alle waren insgesamt sehr ordentlich, aber keine stach besonders hervor. Alles in allem ein rundum erholsamer Urlaub in einer tollen Landschaft, den man jedem Erholungssuchenden gerne weiter empfehlen kann. Sabine und JĂŒrgen