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These beautiful traditional stone villas are located in the pretty village of Kalavasos which is only a 30 minute drive from both Limassol city centre and Larnaca City centre. The property is accessed from a very unassuming wooden gate it is when you open this gate you are greeted with the feeling of entering into another world.
The main property which would be the owners residence comprises of a good sized lounge with many original features, exposed stonework and a large picture window which looks out onto the main entrance covered area. Going through the archway to the rear of this rooms leads through to a second smaller living space which would be perfect for a snug. To the left of this area you will find the guest w.c and a couple of steps which leads to the family kitchen/diner. There are more than ample cupboard space, work tops and room to comfortably seat a family for dinner. There is also access to the courtyard from this room.
Back through to the main entrance of the property is a staircase which takes you upstairs to the three sunny bedrooms, all with high ceilings. Bedroom one has access to an open veranda with space for enjoying your morning coffee and taking in the open views. Bedroom Two is a decent size and shares the family shower room with bedroom one. Across the hallway is a great sized third bedroom with an en-suite shower room and a small open veranda which looks down onto the courtyard. There is also a walk-in wardrobe off the main landing. This property also has provisions for gas central heating.
The second property comprises of a one bedroom duplex apartment which has a living area with kitchenette and a wooden staircase which leads you to the generous sized bedroom, en-suite shower room and a veranda offering views to the courtyard. On the ground floor is the another separate bedroom with en-suite which is accessed via the courtyard.
Leading out onto the courtyard there is another building which is currently used as a store room but is large enough to be converted into another studio suite if needed. The properties as a whole has been lovingly restored to its former glory by the current owners using the original stone and features where possible.
The property has an ample secluded courtyard which would be perfect for al fresco dining on those balmy summer evenings enabling both the owners and guests the perfect setting to wind down after a day at the beach or exploring the various delights of the surrounding area.
The village its self has numerous local amenities, bars and restaurants which are all a short walk up pretty stone streets from the property. Kalavasos is famous for its Neolithic settlement and archaeological site of Tenta. The area has retained its original name during its centuries of continual inhabitation; It is believed that Kalavasos comes from the Ancient Greek word ‘vassa’, meaning woody valley, indicative of its lush landscapes. The vegetation of the area includes pine trees, oleasters, prickly broom, rockrose and thyme, and it is a producer of citrus fruit, olives and carobs, amongst other crops – which are irrigated by a dam.
The beautiful and tranquil environment of the village, make it a perfect destination for agrotourism.
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