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Cliff House: Unique, contemporary villa with guesthouse, breathtaking sea views

Cliff House: Unique, contemporary villa with guesthouse, breathtaking sea views

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House and garden
Property grounds
Enjoy your breakfast on the terrace
Living room

Overview of Cliff House: Unique, contemporary villa with guesthouse, breathtaking sea views

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedroomsSleeps 8170 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • GymGymGym
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Ocean viewOcean viewOcean view

Check out the area

Map
Promiri
  • Popular LocationLafkos Square12 min drive
  • Popular LocationMonastery of St Nicholas of Pau25 min drive
  • Popular LocationMikró35 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

bedroom in guesthouse

bedroom in the villa

daybeds in "living room" of guesthouse

Loft of the Villa

bathroom in guesthouse

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom in master bedroom suite of villa

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

bathroom on lower level of villa

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Cliff House: Unique, contemporary villa with guesthouse, breathtaking sea views

"Cliff House" is a very special vacation home, exuding a light and airy feel that will appeal to even the most discerning travelers. Designed with style, elegance and countless contemporary touches, vacationers seeking tranquility and relaxation - while not wanting to sacrifice comfort and coziness - will especially appreciate this amazing property. So will honeymooners and those who come for romance or any other special occasion that deserves to be cherished in this remarkable, pristine environment.

Situated on the south coast of Pelion (often also referred to as "Pilio") near the hamlet of Afelianes, and framed by a dramatic rock formation, our villa provides unparalleled privacy and stunning 180 degree sea views. At the same time, "Cliff House" is only 5 minutes by car from the nearest public beach and 10 minutes away from Platanias, a picturesque fishing village with lauded tavernas and two small markets for groceries and basic supplies. A steep 15 minute hike through serene olive groves (time varies depending on your physical condition) will take you down to a small, secluded beach with crystal-clear waters, which is otherwise only accessible by boat.

Privacy. Nature. The Sea. Romance.

"Cliff House" offers a private master suite with a spacious bedroom / dressing area and bathroom, as well as a large open kitchen/living room. An open-concept loft on split levels is currently set up as an extra bedroom plus inspiring workspace/lounge area with a balcony overlooking turquoise Aegean waters. Also, most windows are equipped with pull down mosquito screens, providing a welcome insect-free cross-draft on those warm, lazy summer days. Outside, three paver clad terraces at different levels offer sun or shade at any hour of the day, and a cold outdoor shower guarantees refreshment after a day on one of the nearby beaches.

If you travel with another couple or grown-up kids, additional sleeping quarters are available in a separate, rustic wooden guest cottage up the hill. Set back approximately 40 meters (120 feet) from the main house, the cottage offers two small bedrooms, a bathroom and a well equipped, small kitchenette, sleeping up to four guests (ideal for up to two children and two adults, but may be somewhat tight for four adults). It also has a small terrace with gorgeous sea views and provides equal amounts of privacy due to it its distance from the main house. If you desire to also rent the guesthouse, 15 Euro per person/night will automatically be added to the rental price for guests number 5 up to the maximum of 8 total. (The villa offers generous 145 m2, the guesthouse another 25 m2 of living space). If you reserve the villa only, the guesthouse will remain locked and not be rented out separately to ensure undisturbed privacy.

"Cliff House" is accessible via a 150 meter-long gravel road, which is easy to negotiate, even with a basic rental car. Parking for several vehicles is readily available by the house.

Away from mass tourism, South Pelion is known for its pristine nature, beautiful beaches, authentic fishing villages and well maintained hiking trails through lush green hills and olive pastures. Upon arrival, you will find hiking maps as well as our own personal recommendations for trips and other activities in the region. Internet (with limited data, good enough for occasional internet surfing, email and Whatsapp phone calls, but not for video streaming or gaming), TV (Samsung flatscreen with generous selection of DVD movies in English and German but no regular TV reception), board games and a variety of books in English and German are also available.

Our dedicated property manager lives close by and speaks English, French, Greek and Italian. He will welcome you upon arrival and provide you with a short introduction to the house and grounds. In case of questions or problems, he is are available 24/7.

"Cliff House" was originally built in 1985 by a German dancer as a studio and then upgraded and re-envisioned in 2013 by a British architect. We bought the house in the fall of 2017. Until we are able to spend as much time there as we would like to, we are sharing it with like-minded individuals, who value the region's appeal and this incredible home as much as we do. After all, staying at "Cliff House" is an experience in beauty.

How to get there: Approximately 5 hours by car from Athens International Airport and about 4 hours by car from Thessaloniki International Airport via well-developed highways. During the summer season, numerous charter / budget airline flights are also available to Volos, reducing the travel time by car (from Volos airport to South Pelion) to only about 2 hours.

Disclaimer: As this property is built into the slope of a mountain, and due to the open design of the inner staircase, "Cliff House" is unfortunately not suitable for young children or for people with mobility problems - our apologies! Smoking, pets and parties or events are NOT permitted in the house. Please bring your own beauty products. Long term renters are always welcome!
Please understand that if there is a guest changeover on the same day, we can only offer a check in as of 17:00 and a check-out until 10:00 in order to comply with COVID-19-cleaning protocols

CLIFF HOUSE is a unique and truly amazing place. Please treat it as though it were your own. Thank you!

AMA Registration: 00000537292

Property manager

Silke Tittel

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Gym
Ocean view
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Für Kleinkinder nicht geeignet.

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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 00000537292

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 required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

South Pelion

Located in South Pelion, this vacation home is in a rural area and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Fteliá and Kastrí, while Old Radio Museum and Papadiamanti Museum are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and mountain climbing.
Map
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What's nearby

  • Kastrí - 9 min drive
  • Lafkos Square - 12 min drive
  • Monastery of St Nicholas of Pau - 25 min drive
  • Mikró - 35 min drive

Getting around

  • Volos (VOL) - 137 min drive

Restaurants

  • AlaMar - 780 min drive
  • Leda & The Swan Restaurant - 780 min drive
  • Καφωδείον Λαύκου - 11 min drive
  • Drosia - 12 min drive
  • Banana Beach - 782 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Juliane S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Traumhaus mit unglaublichem Blick
Das großzügige, moderne Architektenhaus mit Traumblick aufs Meer und eine einsame Bucht lässt keine Wünsche offen. Die Küche (mit Gasherd) ist sehr gut ausgestattet und die Vermieterin äußerst hilfreich als wir ein Problem mit unserem Mietwagen hatten, immer ansprechbar und liebenswürdig. Wir sind am Mittelmeer viel rumgekommen, das Haus ist eins der Schönsten, das wir bewohnt haben und wir werden auf jeden Fall wiederkommen.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jago R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic holiday
The property was perfectly described and a beautiful place to stay. The view is superb and breakfast overlooking the sea was special. We had a hire car and visited various of the recommended restaurants and beaches. All were lovely.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jörg F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hervorragendes Haus
Es gibt zu den bereits vorhandenen außerordentlich sehr guten Bewertungen nicht viel hinzuzufügen. Ein besonderes Haus, in einer fantastischen Lage. Es fehlte an nichts. Die Kommunikation mit der Eigentümerin ist mit 5 Sternen zu bewerten. Alles in allem . Ein unvergesslicher Aufenthalt, in einem besonders schönen Haus , in einer wunderschönen Gegend. Wir kommen gern wieder.😃🇬🇷
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hans-Friedrich B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Süd-Pilion und das Cliff House – eine Entdeckung
Inmitten einer beeindruckenden, auch im Hochsommer sehr grünen Landschaft, gelegen an einem luftigen Hang und mit atemberaubendem Blick auf das nahegelegene Meer ist das Cliff House ein einzigartiger Ort, um sich zu erholen: Die hellen Räume, die Terrassen am Haus und im Hof inmitten eines Gartens mit Baumbestand, die Liegestühle sowie eine Außendusche laden zum Verweilen ein. Viele Wege führen zu schönen Buchten, Tavernen und Dörfern, zum Teil fußläufig erreichbar. (Ein Auto ist gleichwohl unabdingbar!) Das Haus ist geschmackvoll eingerichtet und in allen Räumen bestens ausgestattet. Die Vermieterin hat es uns durch zuverlässige Informationen, hilfreiche Wegbeschreibungen und Ihre sehr freundliche, entgegenkommende und schnelle Kommunikation ermöglicht, sich gut auf den Urlaub einzustimmen – was im Sommer 2020 von besonderer Bedeutung war! Auch die Managerin vor Ort stand uns während unseres Aufenthalts stets hilfsbereit und zuvorkommend zur Seite. Nach vielen schönen Reisen an unterschiedliche Domizile in Griechenland ist der Pilion und insbesondere das Cliff House ein Ort, an den wir sicherlich zurückkehren werden!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carsten B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wunderbare Herbstferien auf dem Pelion
Das Cliff House ist eine geschmackvoll eingerichtete und sehr gut ausgestattete, geräumige Villa mit atemberaubendem Meerblick. Wir haben hier eine sehr schöne und erholsame Woche Herbsturlaub verbracht. Das Wetter war auch im Oktober noch hochsommerlich schön, wir konnten die Strände geniessen und ausgiebig im Meer baden. Der Kontakt mit den Vermietern war sehr nett und unkompliziert und insbesondere auch die hilfsbereite und sehr sympathische Ansprechpartnering vor Ort hat uns den Aufenthalt sehr angenehm gemacht. Insgesamt unbedingt empfehlenswert!

About the host

Hosted by Silke Tittel

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My husband and I have been drawn to the Pelion region for years. We always knew we wanted to spend a good part of our retired life here. But until we are at that point (unfortunately, quite a few years away) we will be sharing the house with guests who appreciate it as much as we do.

Why they chose this property

The "Cliff House" was designed as a dance studio by a Greek architect in 1985, and converted by a British architect in 2013 with a lot of vision and attention to detail. Therefore this house oozes a very different charm from more traditional vacation homes in Greece: It is large, airy, bright, open and offers inspiring views from every window.

What makes this property unique

The unique location amidst rock formations and sheltered by a cliff gives the visitor the feeling to be alone with nature. Nevertheless it is only 7 minutes by foot to the next restaurant and 5 minutes by car to the next beach.
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