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INTERIOR
The Main House
The first impression entering this outstanding villa
is one of quality and craftsmanship in every detail.
The villa is mostly made from local materials of stone,
bricks and carved wood. Its spacious rooms are decorated
in a unique island style, from its weaved baskets and
old tools hanging from the open wooden beams to the
local handicrafts displayed in niches in the stone walls.
All is tasteful, homey and has a decorator's touch in
its detail. The main entrance leads into a spacious
living room with comfortable sitting area and large
dining table.
The back wall of the living room is made
entirely of stone and has a corner fireplace. The views
from inside the room in two directions are of terraces
and the sea beyond, but walking through the double French
doors brings you to a space incomparable. This large
stone terrace, furnished with dining table and comfortable
seating, has fantastic views to the sea below. From
this serenely peaceful spot, long hours can be spent
watching boats ply the waters in the daytime, sunsets
in the evening and twinkling lights silhouetting the island by night.
The kitchen has open access to the dining/living room and is the picture of
a quaint, country kitchen, although fully equipped
with modern amenities including a dishwasher. There
is a small breakfast table and door leading to the
terrace for the convenient serving of outdoor meals.
There is also a w/c shower room on this level.
 A few stone built steps from the living room leads
to the upper floor landing with access to an elegant
w/c accented in wood and fitted with a bathtub.
On the same level and to one side of the bathroom,
there is a bedroom with two single beds. This bedroom
has open beamed ceilings and is tastefully furnished.
A double French door leads out to a terrace with the pool area
on a terraced level above it. The opposite end
of the hall leads to the master bedroom, again
with open wood beamed ceilings and a beautiful
old fashioned iron double bed. The antique furniture
adds an elegant, country feel to the room. The
double French doors lead to another terrace which
has close access to the pool area and lovely sea
views.
The Studio
Reached either by stone steps from the entrance
or from the main terrace, this spacious studio
is again decorated and tastefully furnished similar
to the villa. This roomy studio is furnished with
a double bed and has a small kitchen and w/c shower
room. Like the villa above, its main feature is
the immense covered terrace with a great outdoor
dining table. Spend hours over long leisurely
meals taken outdoors with these stunning views
of the sea and hillsides stretching before you.
EXTERIOR
The villa is built on the hillside and has several levels
of terraces and gardens divided by fantastic stone built walls.
On the top terrace above the house is the swimming pool and
pool area. On a slightly lower level to the side of the house
is a dining area and BBQ with sweeping views to the cove and
sea. A few steps further down again leads to the main house
with the studio a level below. The common feature of all the
terraces and levels are panoramic sea views from nearly everywhere
on the property.

SURROUNDINGS
Its location above the shingle beach of Agios Petros allows
for a dip in the sea only a few short minutes walk away.
A foot path leading from the bottom of the property leads
straight to the beach and a further walk of 15 minutes
takes you over a hillside to the lovely little fishing
village of Steni Vala. Steni Vala is approximately 1.5
km away and has a quaint waterfront lined with caiques
and tavernas specialising in fresh local seafood. There
is also a small supermarket and it is serviced by the
local bus and taxis. From here you can also catch a water
taxi to the spectacular beach of Agios Dimitrios.
SUITABILITY
Villa Hibiscus is ideal for those discerning travelers
who want quality and atmosphere in a traditional villa. Its
size and spaciousness is perfect for several couples holidaying
together who want privacy, but the fun of staying in one accommodation.
It is also great for families and has the studio for nanny
to stay and keep a watchful eye on the kids.
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