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Guesthouse Rokka

The first image that welcomes you to Rokka guesthouse is the panoramic commanding view of the Stouros mountain peak, whilst the courtyard is an open window to the surrounding valleys. This is where your journey begins and where you get to know the village life, its people and us! Rokka isn’t just another guesthouse in Zagori. This is our home and it’s open to those who would like to experience our way of life with us!

accomodation

The guesthouse exterior is representative of the distinctive grey stone-built architecture of the region, which dates all the way back to the 19th century. Inside, we have 5 bedrooms, which have been fully renovated to offer a simple yet homely, cosy and tranquil space to relax. Rokka is not about luxury, it’s all about the warmth of the home and the people. All of the rooms have toilet and washing facilities and two of them have their own fireplace.

wool & weaving

On the first floor of the guesthouse, two rooms have been dedicated to the art of weaving and the world of wool. Lena has been immersed in this world for over a decade and if you like, she can show you how to weave and create your own piece of fabric.

In the workshop you can witness all of the stages of wool processing: carding, spinning using a distaff and spinning wheel, and finally you can dye the wool different colours with natural plant dyes that have been collected from the surrounding nature.

When you are ready you can make your very own creations!

activities

The surrounding area offers ample opportunities for a vast range of activities in nature. Georgia can help you plan short or long-distance treks, depending on what you would like to see and do.

You can go horse-riding and explore the valleys and paths of the picturesque villages of Mikro Papigo and Megalo Papigo, two villages which have been amphitheatrically built on the steep slopes that look up towards the imposing Astraka peak of Mount Tymphe.

Vasilis can take you water rafting in the crystal-clear, turquoise waters of the Voidomatis river.

The spring and autumn seasons offer the opportunity to grab your baskets and go mushroom foraging in the valleys with Katerina so you can collect your own wild mushrooms, black and white truffles.

As far as rainy days are concerned, these aren’t a problem as we turn them into hours of creative fun in Lena’s Saita workshop which is located on the first floor of the guesthouse.

Guesthouse Rokka
Address:
Elafotopos (Tservari),Central Zagori, Ioannina
Town/village:
Elafotopos
Region:
Ioannina

rokkazagori.gr

+30 26530 71580
+30 6942 485213

rokkazagori@gmail.com

Karaiskos Farm

Description

It all start in our vegetable garden.

In a beautiful landscape within the lush forest of Pelion, the unique Karaiskos farm awaits those who wish to get closer to nature and enjoy good food. The farm is located two kilometers beyond the village of Portaria. The farm’s philosophy is based on the principle that “everything starts from our vegetable garden.” The vegetable garden is the focal point of the visitor’s experience, utilizing local seeds and traditional, organic practices for its cultivation.

The farm’s culinary offerings include a restaurant and café where guests can enjoy inspiring dishes and beverages. Only seasonal ingredients from the vegetable garden and pure raw materials from small producers are used to showcase the region’s culinary richness. The combination of olive oil and freshly harvested vegetables promises to fill the table with unique flavors and aromas that will leave a lasting impression on guests.

For young visitors, there are outdoor activities designed to make their visit unforgettable. Staying in the farmhouses completes the overall experience.

Location

Portaria is one of the most popular villages of Pelion. Portaria combines the atmosphere of an authentic Pelion village with unsurpassed views of Volos and the Pagasetic Gulf, as well as considerable tourist infrastructure development. Its picturesque natural beauty and close proximity to the Pelion ski center, the sea, and the city of Volos, make it an ideal destination and a great base for excursions all over Pelion.

Trees and flowers decorate the cobbled streets, traditional stone houses and the squares, and scattered around the village are great mansions, ornate stone fountains, churches, chapels and other monuments.

The village is a holiday destination all year round, as a cool retreat in the summer months with swimming on the coast of the Aegean and the Pagasetic Gulf, for skiing in winter, but also for excursions, hiking and other activities in the autumn or spring nature.

Details

Close to nature with a private garden and BBQ facilities, the farm cottage features a large bed and a sofa bed for children up to the age of 12, a monsoon shower, and a fully equipped kitchen. Immerse yourself in the tranquility and beauty of Pelion, where comfort meets nature. Wake up to the sounds of birds, enjoy fresh air, explore the picturesque surroundings and the farm garden. Unwind with a barbecue in the evening, or relax in the garden with a good book. Your perfect vacation awaits!

Karaiskos Farm
Address:
2nd km. Portaria – Zagora, Pelion, Z.C.: 37011
Town/village:
Portaria
Region:
Pelion

karaiskosfarm.gr

+30 6978556347

info@karaiskosfarm.gr

Arcadiani Multifunctional Farm

The multifunction agro tourism farm Arcadiani located in the small village Psari Trikolonon, built on 5,5acres and 700 feet’s over the sea, in the heart of Mainalo mountain in Arcadia.
The two-storey built establishment also houses a library with over 650 cookbooks where you can discover age-old local recipes.
A cookware museum showcasing items used by Greek back as the beginning of the 19th century and the restaurant that serves local delicacies.

Workshops

Vegetable Picking and Cooking Class with a Local Grandma
• You will enjoy a tour of the fields, pick fresh vegetables from the garden and feel closer to nature than ever before. Then join a Greek cooking class with a local cook and learn how to make Arcadian recipes like , rooster with hylopitas, pumpkin pies or spoon sweets.
Visit the traditional pasta workshop
• You will join a guided tour of the Arcadiani workshop which
Includes the traditional workshop preparation area. You will take part in the preparation of local pasta. Sift flour, break eggs and feel the smell of tradition.
Bread Making in a Wood-Fired Oven
• Experience the amazing aroma of freshly baked bread. You will have the opportunity to make your own embroidered bread from scratch with the local woman and bake it in a traditional wood-fired oven. You will take it home with you

Accommodation

Accommodation in a three-level stone villa up to 8 persons , or in a two-level stone villa up to 5 persons located in the village.
The price includes organic breakfast.

Around activities we will book for you

• Horseback riding In the fir forest of Mainalo. Horse and pony rides in the mountains and riding lessons safely by certified staff.
• Rafting Ιn Lousios and Alfeios river. With the boats you have the opportunity to reach the other inaccessible places of unique beauty. A magical combination of action and contact with nature.
• Sheep Farm Guided tour of a modern standard unit of 300 sheep to see up close the animals, their breeding, but also how the milk is collected from the primary sector. In the unit you are very close to nature and agritourism
• Hiking on Mainalo mount and specifically on the Mainalo Trail
Τhe first European certified trail in Greece and the eighth in Europe

Arcadiani Multifunctional Farm
Address:
Psari, Trikolonon Gortynias, Arcadia, Greece
Town/village:
Psari
Region:
Arcadia

arcadiani.gr

+30 2791027161
+30 6976762276

info@arcadiani.gr

Therianos Villas

Relaxing and memorable holiday experience

Therianos family shares the same dream, to create a place where people from around the world could come and meet the Greek culture, the authentic Greek hospitality and get in touch with the beautiful nature of the island. With that as their sole purpose they have created a true paradise and they have called it Therianos traditional villas!

Location

Therianos traditional villas are located in Kallithea village, in the center of the island, enjoying a lush green scenic countryside. It is only 12km away from the center-port of Zakinthos island, 14 km away from the airport. The property where the villas were built was passed down through generations by the Therianos family. The villas are close to the mountain of Vrachionas and just a 5 minutes drive from the beach of Alykes and Alykanas.

Details

This magnificent organic farm based on personal approach and complete privacy which will make you feel like home.

The 4 Traditional villas Agapi – Fos – Sympan – Zoe have full equipped kitchen in the same room-ground floor with the living room, table and chairs. There is also one bedroom, 1 bathroom and 1 loft-bedroom. Each has a satellite TV, hairdryer and iron. Guests can enjoy views of the greenery from the furnished private balconies, free wifi, and private parking place.

In the farm of the family, visitors can see variety of animals, kitchen-garden, trees, herbs, playground, and they can do barbeque and tasting of handmade organic products of the family.

Therianos Villas
Address:29100 Kallithea Zakynthos, Ionian Islands

Town/village:
Kallithea Zakynthos
Region:
Ionian Islands

therianosfamily.com
www.therianosvillas.com

+30 69 79 11 33 66

therianosfamily@gmail.com

Guesthouse Limneo

Feels like home, sweet home

Limneo Hostel is leaded from the family itself and that’s one of the reasons that we care about traditional kitchen and connection to the Greek culture. An ideal place for relaxing, unforgettable excursions around the lake and interaction with nature. Packed lunch and dinner can be provided by prior arrangement to suit your needs and early breakfast is served in the large living room. Multimedia presentation about national park and surrounding areas is provided by English speaking knowledgeable local expert.

Location

Limneo guest house is a cozy, well-appointed hostel in the village of Chrysochorafa, in Serres region, northern Greece. It is the perfect base for exploring Lake Kerkini (a Ramsar Site) and its surrounding plains and hilly forests. The largest national park in Greece and one of the top birding sites in Europe, it is wonderful at any time of year not only for birds but for a wealth of plants and other wildlife. On the lake, there are patches of water lilies where Whiskered and Black terns breed. The Greater Flamingos and Dalmatian Pelicans being the main attraction of Kerkini.

Details

Our hostel is a new building, where wood is the main element. Wooden floors, roofs and balconies, stone fireplaces, iron railings made by hand and woven plucked from grandmother’s trunk compose a simple environment of quality that will make your travel unforgettable. In our beautiful and cozy living room you will enjoy your breakfast whenever you wake up. Our guesthouse has 8 double rooms, all decorated with simplicity and love. Each has name and decor from areas and sites in the prefecture of Serres: Lake Kerkini – Strimonas – Mountain Belles – Ruppel – Hamam – Lailias – Cave Allistratis – Leon of Amphipolis. All rooms are spacious and airy, have air conditioning, heating, fireplace and TV.

Traditional homemade recipes, frumenty, gioufkades, pies, bread, fresh eggs, homemade jams, honey, fresh milk, local products and of course homemade desserts by Mrs. Anastasia.

Guesthouse Limneo
Address:62400 Chrysochorafa Serres (Kerkini lake), Central Macedonia

Town/village:
Chrisochorafa
Region:
Macedonia

limneokerkini.gr

+30 23250 515 81
+30 693 611 6066

info@limneokerkini.gr

Country Hotel Velani

Relaxing close to nature

The charming family-run Velani hotel is a secret haven hidden in a rocky wilderness of ancient stone and protected Kermes oak forest. It is these oak trees with their evergreen leaves and ‘Velani’ fruits that gave our hotel its name. The nature around, the architecture, the activities, the food, the Cretan hospitality and the love of the owners meeting people all over the world makes this small hotel a place to enjoy every day of your stay.

Location

We are located in rural area near the village Avdou, in the province of Heraklion, on the island of Crete in Greece. The hotel is build on the hill of Dikti mountain with a fantastic view over the Langatha valley and the lake of Aposelemis river.

Details

Velani has 12 spacious and comfortable rooms with a breathtaking view and give you a feeling of relaxing with nature on your doorstep. There is a large infinity pool as well as a separately located children’s pool. The hotel owns the Odysseia stables with 20 horses and guides ready to teach you horse riding if you are a beginner or guide you in the nature around if you are an experience rider.

Our restaurant uses its own fruit and vegetables to prepare the famous healthy Cretan diet; our kitchen utilizes our home-grown produce as well as that of the local farms and surrounding villages. Try typically Greek dishes with extra virgin olive oil, Cretan wine made from ancient grape species, meat and cheese from the free-ranging sheep and goats of our neighbors, or honey from the local beekeeper.

Country Hotel Velani
Address:
70005 Avdou Heraklion, Crete
Town/village:
Megali Mantinia
Region:
Peloponnese

countryhotel.gr

+30 28970 51080
+30 6942 836083 (Manolis)
+30 6942 858466 (Sabine)

Info@CountryHotel.gr