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Stone Cottage in traditional Greek village with spectacular sea views

Stone Cottage in traditional Greek village with spectacular sea views

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Oliver's Cottage
Upstairs - one double and 2 single beds
Upstairs - large shady balcony with panoramic sea views
Downstairs - large living room with dining area and sitting area
The sofas sleep 2 either as singles or a double, with folding screen for privacy

Overview of Stone Cottage in traditional Greek village with spectacular sea views

4.4 out of 5 Excellent
1 bedroomSleeps 670 sq m

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Ocean viewOcean viewOcean view

Explore the area

Volos, Magnesia
  • Popular LocationKoropi Beach10 min drive
  • Popular LocationMiles Museum Mount Pelion15 min drive
  • Popular LocationVolos Port24 min drive
  • AirportVolos (VOL)69 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Stone Cottage in traditional Greek village with spectacular sea views

Set in an olive grove at the foot of Mount Pelion over-looking the sea, Oliver’s Cottage offers a taste of Greece as it used to be. On the ground floor a large living room with sitting area, with two traditional Pelion size 'box' sofas which can be used as twin single beds or a double bed
Dining area, with wood-burning stove, fitted kitchen and shower room.
On the first floor, large bedroom with 2 single beds and one double bed. En suite shower room. Double doors opening onto huge balcony with spectacular sea views. 2 Further folding beds or a child's cot can be added on request.
Outside – patios to front in full sun with sea views and rear in the shade of the olive trees. Barbecue.


Ano Gatzea is a picturesque Greek village a stone’s throw from the sea. Cobbled paths lead down through the olive groves to the beaches or up the mountain where you can walk all day past tumbling waterfalls, through forests and historic villages, meeting only the occasional farmer on a mule.

Ano Gatzea is the only “station stop” on the heritage Pelion mountain railway (there are lots of other stops for goats and tortoises on the line!) Built in 1895 using muscle power and the odd stick of dynamite, this extraordinary railway line winds its way up the mountain from the sea to the mountain village of Milies. Trains run once a day in summer and at weekends in spring and autumn.

The nearest beach is Gripsana, 30 minutes’ walk through the olive groves. Nearby (3 km) is the low key resort of Kala Nera (which means “fine waters”) and The Rivera Club which offers drinks on loungers by the sea and a selection of watery sports to try. The Pagasitic Gulf, almost entirely surrounded by land is almost swimming pool still in summer and remains warm enough for swimming throughout the winter. With the ski resort of Chania only 40 minutes’ drive away. locals boast that you can “ski in the morning, swim in the afternoon”.

Mainland Greece, less developed and less visited than the islands, is a walker’s paradise. Cobbled paths link the villages and a huge network of forest trails make for superb mountain biking, taking you high onto the mountain, or even coast to coast across the peninsula from the Pagasitic Gulf to the Aegean Sea.

Thick forests of beech and chestnut are home to wild boar, martens, nightingales and jet black squirrels. The high mountain remains snow-capped until early summer, while below in the valleys fast-flowing streams and waterfalls run though olive groves full of flowers.

We provide a series of GPS-compatible self-guided walks, from gentle strolls taking under half an hour, to full-day hikes, all of which can be done from the house. These are graded from “A Piece of Cake” to “Tough”, enabling you to choose something that fits your mood and energy levels. Choose which walk you fancy doing from the photographic guide and then follow the fully described walk plan, with inset map, GPS references and photos of difficult bits.


The city of Volos, reputed to be the most beautiful in Greece, is 17 km away. A lively, airy city, Volos has a cinema, superbowl and theater as well as lots of sea front restaurants and tspouradika (ouzo restaurants) for which the area is famous (just don’t think about driving afterwards!). For more peaceful dining, try for a real taste of Greece Georgos’ café where the home-made wine will give you something to talk about.

Property manager

Richard Dawson
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English, Greek

Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Ocean view
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number 00000984456

We should mention

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

About the area

South Pelion

Located in South Pelion, this vacation home is in the mountains. Monastery of St Nicholas of Pau and Tsagarada Plane Tree are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Koropi Beach and Karnagio Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and water skiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and horse riding.

What's nearby

  • Museum of Olive and Oil - 10 min walk
  • Koropi Beach - 10 min drive
  • Miles Museum Mount Pelion - 15 min drive
  • Volos Port - 24 min drive
  • Mylopotamos Beach - 48 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Μουτζούρης - 8 min drive
  • Άννα, να ένα μήλο - 15 min drive
  • Γιαλοπαρμένο - 4 min drive
  • Αίγλη - 15 min drive
  • Avra Tavern - 7 min drive

Reviews

4.4

Excellent

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4.9/5

Cleanliness

4.4/5

Check-in

4.4/5

Communication

4.5/5

Location

4.6/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

4/5 Good

Paula D.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Charming cottage
Enjoyed our time there. However, initially had trouble finding it and as my husband has some mobilìty issues it took him a few days to feel comfortable managing the terrain/stairs. Overall it was a delightful place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

5/5 Excellent

Sarah L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay at Oliver's Cottage
The journey to the cottage qas confusing and not for the faint hearted. We arrived late which made things tricky. However, we loved the cottage. Beautifully and thoughtfully renovated. Views were amazing and we loved being visited by the local cats and puppies in the morning. We went on the Pelion train (a must) We visited lots of beautiful places and made some lovely friends. Including at the ouzeria only open on Sunday. Definitely want to come back. We even left our beach umbrella behind to ensure a return visit! Thank you x
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

5/5 Excellent

Piercarlo D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming house near Volos
Great Listing perfectly situated Highly recommend!!!!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

5/5 Excellent

kim m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning views
A remote and peaceful property with stunning views. Every small detail was take care for a lovely stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

5/5 Excellent

Jan Erik K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Geweldig vakantiehuis!
We hebben een heerlijke vakantie gehad in Ano Gatzea. Het huis is bijzonder sfeervol en voorzien van twee terrassen met geweldig uitzicht over de baai van Volos. Veel privacy. Uitstekend vertrekpunt voor leuke wandelingen op het schiereiland Pelion. Uitgebreide map met wandelingen en kaarten aanwezig in het huis. Een huurauto zou ik hier wel aanbevelen. Wij komen zeker terug!
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Richard Dawson

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Languages:

English, Greek

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