See & Do Around the Seaside Cottage
Nearby towns & villages
This village is a must see.
Interesting history, especially in medieval times, which is when its famous castle was built, fresh fish and top beaches around waiting to be discovered.
Walk around the alleys and up to the castle, enjoy breathtaking views and discover how Koroni will remind you more of a greek island than a common village in Peloponnese.
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Koroni
This village is a must see.
Interesting history, especially in medieval times, which is when its famous castle was built, fresh fish and top beaches around waiting to be discovered.
Walk around the alleys and up to the castle, enjoy breathtaking views and discover how Koroni will remind you more of a greek island than a common village in Peloponnese.
In Methoni you will have the chance to see one of most well preserved medieval castles in Greece with its Bourtzi.
Worths a visit as well as to read some interesting historical facts.
💯 If you decide to visit Methoni, then absolutely give it a try to also visit the small island of Sapienza facing Methoni's main beach. You can ask the only qiosk available in the small port for further information on how to go there.
Just a 15' fish-boat cruise and you will discover one of the most beautiful beaches you will ever see.
This uninhabited island surely worths a walkaround.
You could also read some interesting information about Sapienza too.
Sapienza is also listed in the "Where to swim" section.
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Methoni
In Methoni you will have the chance to see one of most well preserved medieval castles in Greece with its Bourtzi.
Worths a visit as well as to read some interesting historical facts.
💯 If you decide to visit Methoni, then absolutely give it a try to also visit the small island of Sapienza facing Methoni's main beach. You can ask the only qiosk available in the small port for further information on how to go there.
Just a 15' fish-boat cruise and you will discover one of the most beautiful beaches you will ever see.
This uninhabited island surely worths a walkaround.
You could also read some interesting information about Sapienza too.
Sapienza is also listed in the "Where to swim" section.
A beautiful and picturesque little village, located at the Messinian part of the medieval Mani peninsula.
Mani is an amazing area to explore, but unfortunately I won't get into details here.
Kardamili' s beauty will win you immediately.
It is very small so don't miss the chance to walk around and explore every single corner of it as well as the secret tiny spots it hides.
Delicious local tastes, nice wine bars and café and of course beautiful beaches around the area which you should definitely discover.
Two of them is the Foneas beach and the Delfinia beach, listed in the beaches section.
📌 Extra tip: The Kardamili's International Jazz Festival. Unfortunately, it normally takes place on May.
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Kardamyli
A beautiful and picturesque little village, located at the Messinian part of the medieval Mani peninsula.
Mani is an amazing area to explore, but unfortunately I won't get into details here.
Kardamili' s beauty will win you immediately.
It is very small so don't miss the chance to walk around and explore every single corner of it as well as the secret tiny spots it hides.
Delicious local tastes, nice wine bars and café and of course beautiful beaches around the area which you should definitely discover.
Two of them is the Foneas beach and the Delfinia beach, listed in the beaches section.
📌 Extra tip: The Kardamili's International Jazz Festival. Unfortunately, it normally takes place on May.
A small seaside village, which is a popular tourist attraction in summer - pretty much alike Kardamili.
From Wikipedia:
Stoupa is where the Greek writer Nikos Kazantzakis travelled to with George Zorbas who Kazantzakis employed as the foreman of his lignite mine, the entrance to which can still be seen in a hillside nearby.
It is their time together in Stoupa that the novel Zorba the Greek is based upon, written after hearing news of Zorba's death.
There is a bust of Nikos Kazantzakis on the cliff overlooking Kalogria beach, at the corner of the main road and the beach approach.
Stoupa is just 7 km away from the historic area of Kardamyli, which is mentioned by Homer.
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Stoupa
A small seaside village, which is a popular tourist attraction in summer - pretty much alike Kardamili.
From Wikipedia:
Stoupa is where the Greek writer Nikos Kazantzakis travelled to with George Zorbas who Kazantzakis employed as the foreman of his lignite mine, the entrance to which can still be seen in a hillside nearby.
It is their time together in Stoupa that the novel Zorba the Greek is based upon, written after hearing news of Zorba's death.
There is a bust of Nikos Kazantzakis on the cliff overlooking Kalogria beach, at the corner of the main road and the beach approach.
Stoupa is just 7 km away from the historic area of Kardamyli, which is mentioned by Homer.
Kalamata is the capital of Messinia.
A coastal city, with a long and very picturesque beachfront and mount Taygetus spotted impressive in the background.
Kalamata has almost everything, but above all, good food and nice nightlife.
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Kalamata
Kalamata is the capital of Messinia.
A coastal city, with a long and very picturesque beachfront and mount Taygetus spotted impressive in the background.
Kalamata has almost everything, but above all, good food and nice nightlife.
Located near the airport of Kalamata on your way to Petalidi.
The only reason one would visit this small town, is that before entering, exactly on the junction, you will find 3 mega supermarkets, one of which is the well known Lidl.
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Messini
Located near the airport of Kalamata on your way to Petalidi.
The only reason one would visit this small town, is that before entering, exactly on the junction, you will find 3 mega supermarkets, one of which is the well known Lidl.
Where to swim
This is the closest organized beach to the house.
Coffee, fresh juices and snacks available.
The sea is rarely calm.
Giasemia Beach Bar-Restaurant
This is the closest organized beach to the house.
Coffee, fresh juices and snacks available.
The sea is rarely calm.
If you need a mostly family friendly beach with organized facilities (sunbeds, umbrellas, food & drinks) combined with great sea, and at the same time not very far from the seaside cottage, then this is probably the top pick.
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Peroulia Beach
If you need a mostly family friendly beach with organized facilities (sunbeds, umbrellas, food & drinks) combined with great sea, and at the same time not very far from the seaside cottage, then this is probably the top pick.
Throughout this large coastline you can find some local taverns located on the beach and offering sunbeds & umbrellas. The beach is nice, however it is highly recommended to walk up to the Koroni medieval castle and enjoy the view from above.
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Paralia Zagka
Throughout this large coastline you can find some local taverns located on the beach and offering sunbeds & umbrellas. The beach is nice, however it is highly recommended to walk up to the Koroni medieval castle and enjoy the view from above.
Ok this is the highlight of Messinia.
The famous Voidokilia beach with its impressively extraordinary shape.
However, if you are wondering why most of the photos are shot from above, the reason is that, in my opinion, this beach is probably overrated.
Under circumstances it can be beautiful.
If the weather is good with no extreme wind, the sea here can be amazing and crystal clear.
However, the whole experience can also end up not so good.
- The surrounding location is like a desert and sun is really hot here. For this reason a beach umbrella -or even a tent- is highly recommended.
- Most of the times, the location here is very windy. So the umbrella should ideally be of good quality.
- Absolutely have a lot of water with you.
- Avoid staying at the beach after the sunset. There are big mosquitoes, which for some reason they are very aggressive. Not kidding.
However if you decide to visit Voidokilia (it is around 50' driving from the house):
- do read some very interesting historical as well as nature-related facts about the area. Also there is some interesting Greek mythology reference to this place.
- do visit the cave that is located above the beach at the south eastern side. The view is truly amazing from there. It is the spot from where most photos of this location are shot.
Exactly above the cave you will also see an ancient castle ruins. Not much left to see, though.
- If you are fond of birdwatching, behind the beach of Voidokilia, you will see the Gialova lagoon. Quite dried out during the last years, however very interesting and Natura protected location.
You will read really interesting information about it and about the hundreds of different bird species that visit this lagoon on their way from Africa to Northern Europe and back.
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Voidokilia Beach
Ok this is the highlight of Messinia.
The famous Voidokilia beach with its impressively extraordinary shape.
However, if you are wondering why most of the photos are shot from above, the reason is that, in my opinion, this beach is probably overrated.
Under circumstances it can be beautiful.
If the weather is good with no extreme wind, the sea here can be amazing and crystal clear.
However, the whole experience can also end up not so good.
- The surrounding location is like a desert and sun is really hot here. For this reason a beach umbrella -or even a tent- is highly recommended.
- Most of the times, the location here is very windy. So the umbrella should ideally be of good quality.
- Absolutely have a lot of water with you.
- Avoid staying at the beach after the sunset. There are big mosquitoes, which for some reason they are very aggressive. Not kidding.
However if you decide to visit Voidokilia (it is around 50' driving from the house):
- do read some very interesting historical as well as nature-related facts about the area. Also there is some interesting Greek mythology reference to this place.
- do visit the cave that is located above the beach at the south eastern side. The view is truly amazing from there. It is the spot from where most photos of this location are shot.
Exactly above the cave you will also see an ancient castle ruins. Not much left to see, though.
- If you are fond of birdwatching, behind the beach of Voidokilia, you will see the Gialova lagoon. Quite dried out during the last years, however very interesting and Natura protected location.
You will read really interesting information about it and about the hundreds of different bird species that visit this lagoon on their way from Africa to Northern Europe and back.
Amazing landscape.
A pebbled beach with crystal clear wate and an impressive huge rock in the middle.
Almost always the sea is really calm.
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Foneas beach
Επαρχιακή Οδός Καλαμάτας - ΑρεόποληςAmazing landscape.
A pebbled beach with crystal clear wate and an impressive huge rock in the middle.
Almost always the sea is really calm.
Delphinia Beach
This little island, among other interesting facts that follow it, has one an only beach. However, if weather is not extremely windy, this unique beach worths a visit.
Read more in the "Nearby towns & villages" section.
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Sapientza
This little island, among other interesting facts that follow it, has one an only beach. However, if weather is not extremely windy, this unique beach worths a visit.
Read more in the "Nearby towns & villages" section.
This is a lovely place to enjoy nice cocktails while relaxing at this beautiful beach with crystal clear water.
This place also offers a food menu with some delicious choices.
LEMON DROPS BEACH BAR
This is a lovely place to enjoy nice cocktails while relaxing at this beautiful beach with crystal clear water.
This place also offers a food menu with some delicious choices.
Probably the top highlight of the area.
Not very far from the seaside cottage, somewhere deep inside the mountain Lykodimo, which you see from the house if you look West, this natural wonder is well hidden. Well, the last years it has been very well known. This means that you may face overcrowding, and this might ruin the whole experience.
Prefer early mornings rather that afternoons.
The pictures speak for themselves, so nothing else to say about it.
📌Well, one interesting fact I would like to point out, is that the small river that flows just in front of the seaside cottage, springs from these waterfalls!
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Polylimnio Foss
Probably the top highlight of the area.
Not very far from the seaside cottage, somewhere deep inside the mountain Lykodimo, which you see from the house if you look West, this natural wonder is well hidden. Well, the last years it has been very well known. This means that you may face overcrowding, and this might ruin the whole experience.
Prefer early mornings rather that afternoons.
The pictures speak for themselves, so nothing else to say about it.
📌Well, one interesting fact I would like to point out, is that the small river that flows just in front of the seaside cottage, springs from these waterfalls!
Where to eat
Στη Βρυση
26 Eparchiaki Odos Rizomilou-KoronisNice local tavern with fresh fish and more.
Nice sea view.
Hellas
Very nice food 👌
Local tastes, good service.
Nice environment.
No sea view
Veranda Restaurant
Great view, good food.
Afrodite
Παλιός Καγκελάριος
Fresh fish, lobsters etc
ΚΑΓΓΕΛΑΡΙΟΣ ψαροταβέρνα
Fresh fish, lobsters etc
Fish and Pasta Kannas
12 PosidonosDelicious food, very nice pasta and good service
Mosaiko
5 Diosithomaton👌Top quality food, local tastes.
❗Very noisy spot
Kardamo
21 Sidirodromikou Stathmou👌Top quality food
Modern Greek cuisine, exceptional local delicacies and very good wine selection.
This is a beautiful modern tavern, which has an interesting history from 1958.
Really worths a visit.
Last but not least, the wonderful backyard
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Oinopantopōleion
32 IpapantisModern Greek cuisine, exceptional local delicacies and very good wine selection.
This is a beautiful modern tavern, which has an interesting history from 1958.
Really worths a visit.
Last but not least, the wonderful backyard
Things to see
Grab a cold coffee, or a few beers and have a walk through this beautiful park where you will have the chance to see trains throughout our history, from really antique ones to more modern.
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Kalamata borgaralegur járnbrautarparkur
2 PraxitelousGrab a cold coffee, or a few beers and have a walk through this beautiful park where you will have the chance to see trains throughout our history, from really antique ones to more modern.
If you are planning to visit Kalamata, then this place definitely deserves a visit.
It is a medieval castle (greek: Kastro, Kastraki), however not of any historical interest.
It is actually a theme café and bar restaurant and its structure will surely impress you.
However, after you have a look around and explore every corner of this place, just grab a seat in the terrace or one of the balconies, and just gaze across the breathtaking panoramic view of Kalamata and the whole Messinian bay.
Apart from all the above, this place offers good food and nice cocktails as well as good quality service.
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Kastraki-Meteoro
If you are planning to visit Kalamata, then this place definitely deserves a visit.
It is a medieval castle (greek: Kastro, Kastraki), however not of any historical interest.
It is actually a theme café and bar restaurant and its structure will surely impress you.
However, after you have a look around and explore every corner of this place, just grab a seat in the terrace or one of the balconies, and just gaze across the breathtaking panoramic view of Kalamata and the whole Messinian bay.
Apart from all the above, this place offers good food and nice cocktails as well as good quality service.
If you decide to take a short break from the serenity and calmness of the cottage house location and you want some buzz, people, shops, cocktails etc then the place is Kalamata.
Kalamata is about 30' drive from the seaside cottage. You can read more details in the related entry.
📌 However, if you want to find a lovely place in Kalamata where you can laid back and feel the tranquility again, then you should visit Stolidi Ena.
It means Decoration One.
It is a nice little bistrot in the city centre that used to be a house and it is kept that way. With its rooms, its garden and its nice jazz music.
Fresh juices and homemade pies offered.
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Στολίδι ένα
97 AristodimouIf you decide to take a short break from the serenity and calmness of the cottage house location and you want some buzz, people, shops, cocktails etc then the place is Kalamata.
Kalamata is about 30' drive from the seaside cottage. You can read more details in the related entry.
📌 However, if you want to find a lovely place in Kalamata where you can laid back and feel the tranquility again, then you should visit Stolidi Ena.
It means Decoration One.
It is a nice little bistrot in the city centre that used to be a house and it is kept that way. With its rooms, its garden and its nice jazz music.
Fresh juices and homemade pies offered.
Read more at the Methoni listing, in "Nearby towns & villages" section.
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Methoni kastali
Read more at the Methoni listing, in "Nearby towns & villages" section.
Read more in the Koroni listing in the "Nearby towns & villages" section.
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Koroni's Castle
Read more in the Koroni listing in the "Nearby towns & villages" section.
Λιμνοθάλασσα Γιάλοβας
Νιόκαστρο Φρούριο Πύλου
TsamadouOne of the most well preserved ancient greek theaters and stadium are located here, constituting a unique sightseeing.
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Fornborgin Messini
One of the most well preserved ancient greek theaters and stadium are located here, constituting a unique sightseeing.