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The Old Cottage, Vrachnos, Andros Island

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Interior
Property grounds
Dining Room
Kitchen
Terrace

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Vrachnos, Andros, South Aegean
  • Tourlitis Lighthouse
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Paraporti Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Korthi Beach
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Ermoupolis (JSY-Syros Island National)
    ‪1290 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Living Room

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Old Cottage, Vrachnos, Andros Island

Set in a secluded part of Vrachnos village perched on the slopes of Gerakonas mountain of Andros Island, this charming well maintained 130m2 stone cottage dating back to the late 1800s retains its original rustic character and stands in 400m2 private grounds. The spacious terrace and garden surrounded by an orchard with lemon, orange, almond and cypress trees are perfect for children and quiet relaxation while the house boasts its own grapevine. An ideal location for exploring the lush mountain range and gorges with spectacular views all the way down the coastline and nearby picturesque settlements as Hiking Trail No 18 is literally at the property’s doorstep. Very well located for reaching some the island’s most beautiful beaches. Furnished with original family antiques and artifacts the house features a large, comfortable living room with sofabed, dining room with stone fireplace, large farmhouse-style kitchen with breakfast table. One bedroom with double bed in the main house and one bedroom in the adjoining renovated old stables with double bed and en suite bathroom with toilet which is shared but with access from outside. Ideal for 4 people but can also accommodate 6.

Fully equipped kitchen with electric cooker and oven, Large fridge/freezer. Microwave.
Plenty of Hot water provided by Solar Panel.
Washing machine in the bathroom. Electric heating, ceiling and floor fans, Wi-Fi. Smart TV. Bed Linen & Towels. Garden furniture. Complementary homegrown fruits and vegetables
Andros town (Chora) & Nimborio beach 4.7km (10m drive). Paraporti beach 5.1km, Syneti beach 5.2km. Distance from parking area 400m (6min walk) includes steps.

Property manager

Katerina

Languages

English, Greek

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Outdoor space
Mountain view
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number 00001166500

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

About the area

Andros

Located in Andros, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Venetian Fortress and Tourlitis Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Naval Museum of Andros and Maritime Museum of Andros. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Vrachnos, Andros, South Aegean

What's nearby

  • Tourlitis Lighthouse - 9 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Foros Cave - 12 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Paraporti Beach - 17 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Panachrantou Monastery - 19 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Korthi Beach - 39 min drive - 18.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Fresco - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Vintsi - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Δόλωμα - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Endochora - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ζαχαροπλαστείο Ερμής - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Old Cottage, Vrachnos, Andros Island pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Old Cottage, Vrachnos, Andros Island?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Old Cottage, Vrachnos, Andros Island?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Old Cottage, Vrachnos, Andros Island located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Lydi, Paraporti Beach and Kairis Library. Museum of Contemporary Art and Naval Museum of Andros are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Lucile F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
short stay not adapted to our needs
We had to leave the house earlier because the temperature was so high inside the small bedroom that we couldn't sleep. The steps to access the house are quite long with this heat, with children and no drinkable water in the house we had to carry water bottles all the way from the parking area and it was too much for a short holidays. The house is charming but best for hikers who want a proper retreat far from everything, probably out of the hot summer and with relative comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly what we wanted
We had the most wonderful stay here. We were wanting so badly to recuperate after the last couple of years of the pandemic and a lot of stress in our family, and Katerina's family home made our trip everything we could have wanted. Brought our two young children, 4 and 6, and stayed for a month. Friends thought we were nuts to go for so long with young kids and to such a quiet place ("Won't they get bored??" they asked), but it was just the most magical, restful time. Not a single boredom complaint, even though our days were the same, always slow. The home was so delightful, we were lucky if we left it before 5pm! Katerina and her mother were extremely welcoming and generous. Hope to come back again and again.
Stayed 30 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Alan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain Village House on Walking Route
Katerina's unique independent villa is located within its own grounds in the heart of a mountain village at around 200 metres above sea level. It is 35 mins (down) to 50 mins walk up from the Chora (Andros Town). The house is located almost directly on Andros walking Route 18 and is ideally positioned to take advantage of the Islands extensive walking network. It is however located some distance (a few hundred yards and many steps) from the nearest car parking area. This has the advantage of there being no road noise, but it will not be suitable for everyone. We stayed for 11 nights in early November and did not need a car. Walking to the supermarket and restaurants in town on the old paths was a joy. The house, which dates from various periods is a bit quirky. The lounge is the most recent and is a big airy room. The bathroom, which is the oldest has a beamed very low ceilings. The house is fully equipped and, as long as you are looking to stay in an original village home with lots of character you will love it. The only real limitation for us was the size of the beds. If you are average height and build they are probably just usable as doubles We had to use a bedroom each. Overall, a great place to stay in Andros.
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dieter K., Erkrath

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful Place
A authentical, wonderful house with a phantastiv view. Also the interieur is beautiful. You can walk right from the house on signed hiking routes. We enjoy it very much, to be here and can recommend it hghly. And Katerina is a very helpful and friendly owner, ready to help and giving hints. Maria and Dieter
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

About the host

Hosted by Katerina

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Languages:

English, Greek