10/10 Excellent
Maria H.
24 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Authentic Greek village experience in lovely Sifnos
Maria H.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2023
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Cozy family friendly traditional village house with sea view - ΑΜΑ 00000294156
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 884 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Sifnos, South Aegean
- Kamares Beach6 min drive
- Chrissopigi Monastery11 min drive
- Vathí23 min drive
- Parikia (PAS-Paros National)680 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Sofa Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
1 Single Sofa Bed
1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area
About this property
Cozy family friendly traditional village house with sea view - ΑΜΑ 00000294156
“Welcome to your dream getaway on the enchanting island of Sifnos! Nestled in the picturesque village of Ano Petali, our traditional Cycladic house offers an authentic village experience, a rare opportunity to immerse yourself in the serene pace of Greek island life.
This spacious 85-square-meter home features two double bedrooms, a room with three beds, a comfortable living room, two bathrooms, and a fully equipped kitchen. Friendly & traditionally decorated , it is ideally situated between Apollonia ( capital ) and Artemonas , and so easy to live in , since everything is in walking distance through picturesque village pathways ; one can , therefore , be near the center and yet in a quite spot , enjoying simple life !
Just steps away from the village center and conveniently accessible by car or bus, our home allows you to explore nearby beaches with ease. It is not directly accessible by car; one has to walk uphill for 2'-3' from the two car accesses (road or village parking ).
The real gem is the stunning terrace, offering panoramic views of the sunrise & moonrise over the Aegean Sea and the timeless beauty of Sifnos.This terrace ( as well as a rooftop terrace ) is where the outdoor sitting and eating mostly takes place . Perfect for families, groups of friends, and even your little ones or pets, this peaceful retreat is designed for relaxation. It has a privileged fully private terrace with an open view towards the nearby villages and the sea ! Buses going to all the beaches stop 2' away , and so is the parking , in case one rents a car .
The house sleeps 6 , as well as a baby ( cot, high chair etc ) . It is composed of a living room ( that can turn into a 1 bed bedroom, if needed ), a fully equipped kitchen, a bathroom with shower (bath 1), a 3 bed bedroom (bed. 1), a 1 bed bedroom - that can turn into a 2 bed or a queen bed bedroom, (bed. 2), and a studio , which is an independent bedroom with double bed (bed. 3) & an "en suite" bathroom (bath 2). A patio with open air shower (bath 1) is in the center of the house and is protected from the wind on days with "meltemia" . The house is decorated in the traditional way and all modern touch ups respect this , thus creating a cozy tasteful atmosphere .
Experience the magic of Sifnos from the comfort of our serene island retreat and enjoy simplicity , calm and nature !"
This spacious 85-square-meter home features two double bedrooms, a room with three beds, a comfortable living room, two bathrooms, and a fully equipped kitchen. Friendly & traditionally decorated , it is ideally situated between Apollonia ( capital ) and Artemonas , and so easy to live in , since everything is in walking distance through picturesque village pathways ; one can , therefore , be near the center and yet in a quite spot , enjoying simple life !
Just steps away from the village center and conveniently accessible by car or bus, our home allows you to explore nearby beaches with ease. It is not directly accessible by car; one has to walk uphill for 2'-3' from the two car accesses (road or village parking ).
The real gem is the stunning terrace, offering panoramic views of the sunrise & moonrise over the Aegean Sea and the timeless beauty of Sifnos.This terrace ( as well as a rooftop terrace ) is where the outdoor sitting and eating mostly takes place . Perfect for families, groups of friends, and even your little ones or pets, this peaceful retreat is designed for relaxation. It has a privileged fully private terrace with an open view towards the nearby villages and the sea ! Buses going to all the beaches stop 2' away , and so is the parking , in case one rents a car .
The house sleeps 6 , as well as a baby ( cot, high chair etc ) . It is composed of a living room ( that can turn into a 1 bed bedroom, if needed ), a fully equipped kitchen, a bathroom with shower (bath 1), a 3 bed bedroom (bed. 1), a 1 bed bedroom - that can turn into a 2 bed or a queen bed bedroom, (bed. 2), and a studio , which is an independent bedroom with double bed (bed. 3) & an "en suite" bathroom (bath 2). A patio with open air shower (bath 1) is in the center of the house and is protected from the wind on days with "meltemia" . The house is decorated in the traditional way and all modern touch ups respect this , thus creating a cozy tasteful atmosphere .
Experience the magic of Sifnos from the comfort of our serene island retreat and enjoy simplicity , calm and nature !"
Property manager
Vassia Athanasoula
Languages
English, French, Greek, Italian
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Amenities
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Air conditioning
Ocean view
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Baby cot can be provided
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 00000294156
We should mention
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed USD 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Sifnos
Sifnos is home to this holiday home. Sifnos Folklore Museum and Museum of Popular Art are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Agios Andreas Acropolis and Chrissopigi Monastery. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and ecotours nearby.
Sifnos, South Aegean
What's nearby
- Sifnos Folklore Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Kamares Beach - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
- Chrissopigi Monastery - 11 min drive - 8.9 km
- Chrissopigi Beach - 18 min drive - 9.3 km
- Vathí - 23 min drive - 8.0 km
Restaurants
- Μωσαϊκό - 4 min drive
- Smaragdi Hotel - 20 min walk
- Γεροντόπουλος ζαχαροπλαστείο - 11 min walk
- Μπότζι - 12 min walk
- Cavos - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.4/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.0/10
Location
9.4/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
8/10 Good
claude nicole n.
18 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maison de village à Sifnos
claude nicole n.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
8/10 Good
Christoph M.
16 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jolie petite maison au cœur du village
Christoph M.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tom M.
21 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A charming beautiful home with wonderful views across the hilltop towns of Sifnos
Tom M.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Katy B.
31 August 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend this house
Katy B.
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Michel B.
25 August 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A retenir pour de prochaines vacances
Michel B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Roselyne D.
8 August 2017
Maison très sympathique et chaleureuse !
Roselyne D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
claire marie p.
5 May 2017
tres belle maison a sifnos
claire marie p.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
claire marie p.
3 May 2017
très belle maison sur sifnos,très bien placée.
claire marie p.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Camille L.
16 September 2016
Havre de paix à Apollonia
Camille L.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Camille L.
13 September 2016
Magnifique séjour à Apollonia
Camille L.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Cécile H.
29 August 2016
Divin !
Cécile H.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
sophie c.
29 August 2016
Un merveilleux séjour
sophie c.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Urban P.
29 June 2016
Lovely, lovely
Urban P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
21 November 2015
Un petit coin de paradis
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Krause C.
20 November 2015
Magnifique séjour à Sifnos
Krause C.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
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16 November 2015
Pour des vacances de rêve
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This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
11 November 2015
Breathtaking View!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
8 November 2015
Awesome! Island hoping with the girls-Sifnos was the best place we visited
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
7 November 2015
It's adorable.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
6 November 2015
Excellent stay !
About the host
Hosted by Vassia Athanasoula
I have grown up in Athens, Greece, and studied Architecture in the Polytechnic Institute of Lausanne , Switzerland. I visited Sifnos almost every summer since 1979, building strong emotions for the place... I managed to buy and renovate this traditional house in 2009. I live in Athens and I have three wonderful kids working in Athens, Zurich and Paris. I speak English, French, Italian and Greek ( and you will notice that everyone on the island can speak some English ).
Why they chose this property
Being a city child from Athens I missed a place of 'origin'; I always felt a bond to this island and I wanted to become part of it, to 'adopt' it. I also feel admiration for the power of vernacular architecture which is so simple and strong in the Cyclades... one can never repeat this in a contemporary building.
The neighbourhood , where the house is situated , is a traditional village neighbourhood where very few tourists are found , except for long term house owners . It is far away from the noisy bars and stores, while still so close on foot. The locals are very friendly and discreet , as long as the renters respect their lives . Small houses are all around . But the biggest privilege of this neighbourhood is that you can walk to all the shops and restaurants of both Apollonia and Artemonas for all your needs ( food , shopping , pharmacy , tourist police , bars etc ) at all hours of the day . You can even order food or make the super market shopping and have it delivered to the house .
The neighbourhood , where the house is situated , is a traditional village neighbourhood where very few tourists are found , except for long term house owners . It is far away from the noisy bars and stores, while still so close on foot. The locals are very friendly and discreet , as long as the renters respect their lives . Small houses are all around . But the biggest privilege of this neighbourhood is that you can walk to all the shops and restaurants of both Apollonia and Artemonas for all your needs ( food , shopping , pharmacy , tourist police , bars etc ) at all hours of the day . You can even order food or make the super market shopping and have it delivered to the house .
What makes this property unique
This house is very easy to live in ( especially charming in June or September ) because everything is in walking distance! Also, although it is in the village, it is one of the few properties which have an open view towards the nearby villages and the sea! The terrace has full privacy which is rarely found inside the villages ; there are no noisy bars nearby , yet , at the same time , the "live" spot of the island is so close by. All the pedestrian small paths are kept very clean.
You can reach Sifnos island only by boat . From here , you can easily visit other islands of the Cyclades like Serifos or Milos ( day trip back & forth ) , or Paros , Antiparos , Folegandros , Ios , Santorini etc .
Although a car cannot reach the house directly , all means of transportation are very near the house . The bus stop is 2' away on foot and , if you have a car , you can access the house either by the Ano Petali communal parking or by parking your car at the "Gefiraki" below ( on the street ) and then walk 2' uphill . Coming from Apollonia or from Artemonas , there is also the option of traditional small pathways on foot.
You can reach Sifnos island only by boat . From here , you can easily visit other islands of the Cyclades like Serifos or Milos ( day trip back & forth ) , or Paros , Antiparos , Folegandros , Ios , Santorini etc .
Although a car cannot reach the house directly , all means of transportation are very near the house . The bus stop is 2' away on foot and , if you have a car , you can access the house either by the Ano Petali communal parking or by parking your car at the "Gefiraki" below ( on the street ) and then walk 2' uphill . Coming from Apollonia or from Artemonas , there is also the option of traditional small pathways on foot.
Languages:
English, French, Italian, Greek
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