Authentic Hydra Home to Experience True Island Living
1620 Hydra is one of the best preserved, authentic Hydra Island homes available for visitors to rent for a uniquely memorable Hydra holiday. Not only is it spacious inside but you will enjoy the well furnished outside spaces along with inspiring views across the island, over the sea and of course stunning sunsets. Inside, you'll find gorgeous glimpses of what it was like in the 17th Century but surrounded with every modern day convenience and comfort. Truly you will go home wishing you could have stayed longer.
The views are amazing. You won't be the first artist staying here to be inspired to paint or write!
With a capacity to accommodate 6-8 guests, the 1620 Hydra holiday home to rent is perfect for relaxing, laid back holidays or for creative inspiration. The house combines historical architecture blended with the convenience of modern living, all the while enjoying breathtaking views of the sea and interesting surroundings.
What to Expect
Located on the border with Hydra Town and the historical area known as Kiafa.
2 floors
Sleeps a maximum of 8 guests with great flexibility.
2 double bedrooms (to sleep 4 adult guests)
1 single bed room ( to sleep 1 adult or 2 youngsters who don't mind a small bed)
4 single canape style beds (2 in each floor living space) to sleep 4 younger guests (over 12)
3 shower rooms with separate WC
Laundry room
2 kitchens
2 internal dining areas and 2 external
Multiple outside spaces
Wifi throughout the house
Air-conditioning is on both floors (the traditional thick stone walls and small windows that catch the breeze, keeps the house naturally air-conditioned).
And for the winter season, both floors have fireplaces.
Top Floor
Open plan with different areas including:
Master sleeping platform (2 adults), arch opening to;
Sitting room with two single bed sized canapes (2 youngsters)
Well equipped kitchen
Dining table
Shower room & separate WC
Stone stairs down to lower floor
Doors to huge sea facing terrace with extendable sunshade and dining table
External wooden steps to the massive roof terrace with 360 degree views of the island
Ground Floor
The ground floor of 1620 Hydra is where you'll find the most original architecture. There is an independent entrance from the street which means guests can come and go without disturbing anyone sleeping upstairs. This is the oldest part of the house dating from the 1600s. The ceilings are lower and of traditional beam and reed construction. And in the sitting room you'll see the original baking oven next to the stone wellhead of the freshwater cisterna that would in its day have been the only supply of water to the house. Today the water is used for the abundant garden though!
Entrance hall with stone stairs to upper floor
Dining area
Fitted kitchen
1 double bedroom (2 guests)
1 small bedroom (1 adult guest or 2 youngsters who don't mind a small bed)
Large sitting room with 2 large canape sofa beds (2 younger guests)
Family shower room with separate WC and laundry
Guest shower room & WC
Large mainly paved garden with shade over dining table and sunshine for sunbathing.
Terrific views
Facilities
1620 Hydra is set up with all appliances to make your stay as comfortable as possible. Everything is carefully fitted and blended with the charming character of the house.
- Air-conditioning
- Wifi throughout the house
- Traditional fireplace for cosy winter stays
- Both kitchens with oven & hob, larder fridge/freezer and plenty of china, cutlery and cooking utensils.
- Fluffy bathroom towels and toiletries
- We also include hairdryers along with bathroom toiletries.
- There is a washing machine and tumble dryer for guests to use.
- House & linen cleaning is done once per week. Extra cleaning can be arranged at times to suit and is charged per hour.
Prices & Conditions
Low Season: €3,136 per week (€448 per day)
High Season: €5,390 per week (€770)
Minimum 7 nights
Maximum 8 guests
(Accommodating 2 adult couples and 3-4 young people sleeping on canape sofabeds in the living rooms)
Check in - after 15:00
Check out - before 11:00
25% deposit required by bank transfer to confirm booking
75% balance due 8 weeks prior to arrival
Sorry, no children under the age of 12
No pets
Strictly no smoking in the house
Location
Enquiries
Contact: George & Alkyoni Kalyvas
For all enquiries, including price quotation, please use our form in the first instance.
George's WhatsApp Mobile:
+ (30) 6971573330
(Within Greek Working Hours please: 08:00 - 19:00.)
George speaks Greek and English fluently.
Extra cleaning is available upon request.
AMA: 00002353850 & 00002353844
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To George Kalyvas
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