Once Upon a Time - A Castle of Magical Sunsets

About the Home

Charming cobble tower guesthouse only 1km from the beach. Immerse yourself in rare and stylish decor as you wander through time. Relax on the porch with serene garden views and breathtaking sunsets over the gulf. Shopping, dining, and entertainment within 2km, with Kalamata city just 10km away. The stone tower is located on the hill of Mikri Mantineia, which is 10km southeast of Kalamata, in the province of Messenian Mani. It is situated in a field surrounded by olive trees and is only a 10-minute walk from the famous pebble beach of Mikri Mantineia, which has been awarded a blue flag for its clear waters. The tower offers a unique combination of hospitality and tradition with its magnificent architectural structure and decoration, along with a beautiful garden full of fruits and vegetables that are available for guests to use. On the ground floor of the tower, there is an independent studio (guest house) that is decorated in a traditional style. The main tower consists of a living room, a fully equipped kitchen, a dining table, and a bathroom, all traditionally decorated with rare artwork. An internal stone staircase leads to two spacious and bright bedrooms and a second bathroom, all furnished and decorated with a traditional style. The studio also has a fully equipped kitchen and a bathroom, and is furnished and decorated with the same traditional style as the main tower. The beach is just a 10-minute walk away, and guests can enjoy the colourful and refreshing garden filled with trees, vegetables, and flowers. The garden is ideal for relaxation or for reading your favourite book. Guests can even prepare meals with the vegetables from the garden and cook delicious dishes on the cobblestone barbecue. The residence is in a beautiful, quiet neighbourhood, only 10 minutes walking distance from the blueflagged beach of Mikri mantineia. On the beach, you may find beautiful and popular café, bars with refreshing cocktails and magnificent taverns with fresh fish and friendly atmosphere. In less than a mile you have access to supermarket and local businesses so you can purchase anything you might need. There is public transportation available but in case you need any other means of transportation (car, boat, bicycle), you may find everything you need to rent nearby. So, you drive a little on towards west you may swim in the blue waters of Almiros (4.5km), join a festival at beautiful and lively Kalamata city (10km) and enjoy the nightlife till the morning at one of the wonderful bars and nightclubs of Verga gazing the city of Kalamata from above (7km). Magnificent places can be reached also driving to the east, visiting the Messinian part of unique Mani area. In a 30 to 45min drive, you may find the picturesque village of Kardamili (25km), the incredible beaches of "Delfinia" (31km) and "Foneas" (28km), cosmopolitan Stoupa and Kalogria beach (32km), as well as the fishing villages of Agios Nikolaos (34km) and Agios Dimitrios (38km). In particular we may propose: Sightseeing at Mikri mantineia The tower of Kapetanaki, the watermill by the river, temple of Saint Spiridonas (built in 1755), temple of Saint Nicolas (built in 1743) Sightseeing in Kalamata Byzantine Church of Agioi Apostoloi, The Franc castle with the panoramic view of the city, The Benakeio museum of Kalamata, the open railway museum/park and much more. Daily trips Ancient Messene, Nestor’s Palace, Temple of Apollo, Pylos, Koroni, Methoni, Foinikounda, Neda river, Polilimnio, Beaches like Voidokoilia and Kalogria, Mani, caves of Diros and more. The property is located in a peaceful and quiet area, providing guests with an ideal place for relaxation and rejuvenation. The tower and studio are decorated with rare artwork and furnished traditionally, offering a unique cultural experience. The garden is full of trees, vegetables, and flowers, and guests are welcome to use the produce for cooking their own meals. The beach is only a 10-minute walk away and has been awarded a blue flag for its clear waters, making it a perfect spot for swimming and sunbathing. For those who require transportation other than public transportation, there are rental options nearby. Additionally, free parking is available on the premises for guests who bring their own vehicle. Overall, this property is an amazing choice for anyone looking for a peaceful, traditional, and culturally enriching vacation in Messinia.