Karystos House - Overview

Karystos House on Evia Island, situated at the end of a quiet earth road in the foothills above the town of Karystos, is a renovated 100-year old traditional stone house, retaining many of the original features and feel while providing the conveniences of modern facilities.

Property Description

This is the place for a peaceful holiday, with or without children. The house and garden are over several levels and so is perhaps not suitable for those whose legs don’t like stairs, or for very small children. Any enquiries for this property will be forwarded by Elysian Holidays to the owner for direct bookings. Please note that any bookings made will be subject to the owners terms and conditions.

Local Information

Karystos is far away from any international tourism centers with a noticeable lack of "Pubs" and all-night discos. This is the REAL Greece. The Old Stone House provides a naturally quiet and un-overlooked rural environment whilst being on the edge of a village and only five minutes drive away from the town. The area is famous for walks, particularly the two-day trek up the mountain overlooking Karystos, Mt. Ochi (1,400 metres) and down the gorge to the sea on the other side. There are also shorter walks to extremely interesting and beautiful locations. There is even a lovely “after dinner” walk from the house to the local mountain stream where there is a traditional plane tree copse, church and picnic area. There is the constant sound of running water in the distance. There are extensive and varied beaches within five to ten minutes drive. In Karystos Bay they are sandy and get deep after five or six metres. A little further away, on the western side of the island, they get deep after fifty metres. On the East, facing the Aegean and the summer meltemi winds, there are rollers and sand dunes. Karystos provides a comprehensive shopping center for necessities and all at reasonable prices. This is no tourist trap. The shops are for the island Greeks. The many tavernas provide a wide choice of eating out. The port is large, home to a serious fishing fleet, and there is an abundance of fresh fish, at a price.

Directions

Transfer to the house is straightforward. From Athens airport to Rafina port by bus or taxi, about twenty minutes. Ferry from Rafina to Marmari takes an hour. At Marmari a taxi will be waiting to take you to the house, about a ten minute journey. Car hire can be arranged.

Nearest Airport: Athens (ATH)