A very fine holiday home. Had an amazing view over the sea, coastline , bays, villages and hills. And an inspiring sunset which we enjoyed every even...
Read More...Fiona
United Kingdom
May 13, 2023 - May 27, 2023
Became a member in: 2013
Renewal Date: 31/Mar/2024
EXCHANGES FINALISED FOR 2023. THANK YOU. I am a teacher and Peter is a supposedly retired musician. We have a grown-up daughter and son-in-law ( who might, if circumstances are right i.e. we pay their fare!) travel with us!
We originally joined Homelink about 9 years ago, and had great exchanges to Belgium, Canada, Spain, Italy, the Czech Republic and the UK. Having allowed membership to lapse, we are ready and raring to go again!
Additional languages spoken
Italian
Affinities
Plants & Gardens,
Foodies
Affiliations
Teachers / Education Professionals
Profession
Teacher
Fiona
United Kingdom
Martin & Maggie
Australia
Peter
United Kingdom
A very fine holiday home. Had an amazing view over the sea, coastline , bays, villages and hills. And an inspiring sunset which we enjoyed every even...
Read More...A very fine holiday home. Had an amazing view over the sea, coastline , bays, villages and hills. And an inspiring sunset which we enjoyed every evening. The local beach is great for swimming. There are many good restaurants within a short drive and many interesting villages and places to visit further afield.
Read Less...Rudolf und Angela
Austria
Pierluigi
Italy
Alessandra
Italy
Joyce
Canada
Bruno
France
Jennifer
Canada
A perfect exchange! Sally and Peter were a delight to deal with and we were so happy to have had the chance to meet Sally before she left our home. We...
Read More...A perfect exchange! Sally and Peter were a delight to deal with and we were so happy to have had the chance to meet Sally before she left our home. We fell in love with Greece! Their home is in a beautiful location in an area of Greece that is not to be missed. We loved the relaxing atmosphere of the home and beach community. Thank you Sally and Peter!!
Read Less...Barb
Australia
Thanks so much Sally for a very memorable stay in your stone house in Stoupa. We went on to visit many islands for a further 2 months after Stoupa. Lo...
Read More...Thanks so much Sally for a very memorable stay in your stone house in Stoupa. We went on to visit many islands for a further 2 months after Stoupa. Loved it! Happy travels, Ray and Barb
Read Less...Ana L
Spain
H.A.J.
Netherlands
Rudolf und Angela
Austria
Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
Simultaneous Home Exchange
Smoking Not Allowed
No Children Please
Use of Personal Car is not possible
Open to all dates | United Kingdom |
Open to all dates | Open to all destinations |
Description of the home we are offering for exchange
Home built in 2000 to traditional Mani tower house design. Peaceful, unspoilt location. The house has a flat roof with 360 degree views of olive groves, mountains and the sea. It is about 15 minutes walk downhill to the beautiful beaches, tavernas and coffee bars that are the sum of Stoupa's nightlife. Between the traditional fishing village of Agios Nicolaos and Kardimili (famed as the home of the late travel writer Patrick Leigh Fermor), Stoupa can also be used as a base for exploring the castles of Methoni, Navarino bay and Ancient Messina, thought by historians to be even bigger and more important a site than Ancient Olympia.
Stoupa has two main beaches, both family friendly, with a small number of beach activities. 90% of business is returning holidaymakers which gives some idea of the affection in which the resort is held.
Isolated from recent economic and other troubles, this is a bolt hole from the modern world and a truly idyllic spot.
Type
House - 2 or more floors/ Second home
Amenities
Entertainment
Extras
Setting
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
Stoupa is a traditional Greek village, although a few British ex pats live here. There are also holiday homes owned mainly by Athenians, Scandinavians and British who have fallen in love with the area. There is a supermarket, brilliant bakery and also a pharmacy, English speaking doctor and car/ cycle hire available. In spring and autumn there are organised walks that leave from the village and spring time sees a mass of wild flowers, orange blossom and lemons.
Outdoor Activities
Leisure
Transport Nearby
Neighbourhood Services
Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home
Ancient Messini, Sparta, Gythio and Diros Caves all within easy reach. Walk the coastal path to the beautiful; village of Ag. Nikolaos or the ancient town of Kardimili.
Our home exchange - here are our Preferences and House Rules
Please check our exchange preferences below
Please be aware that Wifi is VERY erratic as is the water supply in the summer months ( early July to early October). It can be fine...or non existent and during some summers water has to be brought in by tanker.
Conditions
Use of Personal Car
Home Exchange Type
Became a member in: 2013
Renewal Date: 31/Mar/2024
EXCHANGES FINALISED FOR 2023. THANK YOU. I am a teacher and Peter is a supposedly retired musician. We have a grown-up daughter and son-in-law ( who might, if circumstances are right i.e. we pay their fare!) travel with us!
We originally joined Homelink about 9 years ago, and had great exchanges to Belgium, Canada, Spain, Italy, the Czech Republic and the UK. Having allowed membership to lapse, we are ready and raring to go again!
Additional languages spoken
Italian
Affinities
Plants & Gardens,
Foodies
Affiliations
Teachers / Education Professionals
Profession
Teacher
Fiona
United Kingdom
Martin & Maggie
Australia
Peter
United Kingdom
A very fine holiday home. Had an amazing view over the sea, coastline , bays, villages and hills. And an inspiring sunset which we enjoyed every even...
Read More...A very fine holiday home. Had an amazing view over the sea, coastline , bays, villages and hills. And an inspiring sunset which we enjoyed every evening. The local beach is great for swimming. There are many good restaurants within a short drive and many interesting villages and places to visit further afield.
Read Less...Rudolf und Angela
Austria
Pierluigi
Italy
Alessandra
Italy
Joyce
Canada
Bruno
France
Jennifer
Canada
A perfect exchange! Sally and Peter were a delight to deal with and we were so happy to have had the chance to meet Sally before she left our home. We...
Read More...A perfect exchange! Sally and Peter were a delight to deal with and we were so happy to have had the chance to meet Sally before she left our home. We fell in love with Greece! Their home is in a beautiful location in an area of Greece that is not to be missed. We loved the relaxing atmosphere of the home and beach community. Thank you Sally and Peter!!
Read Less...Barb
Australia
Thanks so much Sally for a very memorable stay in your stone house in Stoupa. We went on to visit many islands for a further 2 months after Stoupa. Lo...
Read More...Thanks so much Sally for a very memorable stay in your stone house in Stoupa. We went on to visit many islands for a further 2 months after Stoupa. Loved it! Happy travels, Ray and Barb
Read Less...Ana L
Spain
H.A.J.
Netherlands
Rudolf und Angela
Austria
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