Georgios Rafaela Villa - Goudi PI55351

This newly completed 'Georgios Rafaela Villa' which mixes modern and traditional features very well, is ideal for couples seeking privacy (perhaps a honeymoon), large families, (especially those with small children who can enjoy the pool and outdoor play area) or other groups of friends, has been designed, furnished and landscaped to the highest standards., all in the ‘real Cyprus’ away from the commercial areas and normal tourist hotspots. Enjoy relaxing on a sun lounger by the private pool, alfresco dining on the terrace (or bbq area), or your favourite aperitif under the gazebo.

The villa has 5 bedrooms (en-suite to master) and sleeps 9. It has a 9m x 4m private swimming pool with, full air-conditioning, Large Flat Screen TV with Satellite & DVD, washing machine, dishwasher, large stone built BBQ with adjacent table to seat 8, Jacuzzi Shower to Master En-Suite, Jacuzzi Shower in feature double bedroom with floor to ceiling windows, covered and secure children’s play area outside and much more. The setting is both serene and spectacular with the rolling hills of the nearby villages giving views you'll remember forever.

After leaving the coast road, the villa is easily accessed and it is only a very short drive (2km) to a couple of good sized supermarkets offering everything you need as well as locally produced meat, fruit and vegetables. One has a coffee shop and one or two restaurants are easily reached also. Polis which has a wealth of amenities and a traditional central area with some really great restaurants is less than 10 minutes away by car as is the aforementioned Latchi with its beach, watersports and Marina. The Baths of Aphrodite can easily be reached as can the Akamas Nature Reserve. Both Peristerona and ‘Steni' village centres are just 1-2km away from 'Georgios Rafaela Villa' and where you will find a taste of the ‘real Cyprus'. With their mini-markets selling fresh organic produce, coffee shops and restaurants/tavernas as well as the friendly locals, you won't have to travel far to get the most out of your holiday.

The extensive private grounds and gardens of ‘Georgios Rafaela Villa’ are accessed by a long private driveway with fruit orchards on either side. There is ample parking at the rear and side of the house.

The outdoor areas consist of many seating areas for casual use, dining or relaxing in the sun or shade. The centrepiece of the holiday villa's ground is a very inviting 9m x 4m private pool with pool shower for convenience.

The spacious pool terrace is nicely equipped with 8 sun loungers, 2 parasols and drinks tables as well as a choice of casual seating. The large stone built BBQ with table and chairs, sits at the end making it the perfect place for alfresco dining and socialising with your party on holiday.

A large covered children’s play area is a dream for parents with small children as it is equipped with many toys and is also completely enclosed.

The outside areas are all 100% private and afford spectacular views of the surrounding valley and hillside. The pretty flowers, shrubs and orange trees add to the atmosphere, making it the ideal place for relaxing in the sun or shade.

"We can that confirm we had a great time in a lovely house. The terrace outside is a great improvement as it offers a great place for outside breakfast, lunch and diner in the shade. Thanks for all prompt assistance. Regards, Hans Bes"

"The property was exceptionally clean and in a beautiful location. Trees and an afternoon breeze meant that the pool and house were cool and comfortable. This would be a perfect spot for young children as the property and grounds were carefully equipped - an enclosed outside, play area, pool - shady and exceptionally warm in the afternoons, inside the house, there are gates to ensure that there are safe areas for small toddlers. Myself and my partner holiday with my 2 grown up children, so we look for comfortable accomodation for adults (rather than bedrooms suitable for small children). We all had double beds, our own bathrooms, living room area was able to seat 4 adults comfortably, there was loads of room around the pool, and even a shady seating area in the trees in the grounds - perfect for avoidance of any family squabbles!!

We are very fond of remote, rural environments. The villa was set, just outside a small village and in a large orange grove. From each window, there are views of Cyprus hills or trees. For eating and shopping, we travelled into the nearby town of Polis. This is easily accessible - 5 - 10 mins drive. Polis is an unspoilt, quiet town, with 2 excellent supermarkets. The paved,central area has some restaurants and a few small gift shops. If you're looking for noisy and touristy, then this is not the place. 5 minutes out of Polis, there are some beaches at Latchi, a harbour, restaurants on the beach and some more usual touristy, gift shops. We think that the best beaches are further to the east of Polis - but they are empty of everything - with the odd bar over the road. You park your car on the wasteland (not in posh parking areas), then step down onto a deserted beach - pick your spot. Swimming in the afternoon is divine - as warm as a bath with a few waves for entertainment - along with a view of the sunset over the Akamas mountains. If you want people, sunbeds, cafes, shops, watersports - go to Latchi - still very beautiful - take your pick.

Lets Rent Online's Service was excellent. We failed to find the villa, although we are used to making our way to very remote spots, in the dark, in unfamiliar hire cars. In daylight hours, we still thought it was quite difficult to find (and not just down to our day starting at 2.30am - and hunting for the property in the early hours of the next day). Perhaps a small sign, with the villa's name on, at the turn into the orange grove - it was just a forest track. However, this is not, in any way a complaint or criticism, as we entered the village by the wrong entrance, and hence were disorientated.

We cannot praise the owners, highly enough. We rang the only contact we had (which turned out to be the owners themselves) in the early hours, as we were then thinking of a sleep in the car!! They came straight away, and took us to the villa. They were very keen to make everything as nice as possible, but at the same time were very respectful of our privacy - a text with a request to call to clean, a text with information about local medical care for tonsillitus. Each time they brought cakes or ice cream. Very lovely people.

Agent Note: 3 Directional Arrows with the villa's name have now been erected to assist with finding and latest customers have found very easily. Many thanks"

'Georgios Rafaela Villa', Goudi near Polis, Paphos District, Cyprus

Distances:

Latchi Beach, Sea: 7km to Latchi

Shops: 2km
Pharmacy/Hospital: 5km
Polis: 5km
Paphos: 25km
Paphos Aphrodite Waterpark: 27km
Paphos Airport: 31km
Larnaca Airport: 140km

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