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2 / 10
Disaster. A stay to forget
We liked practically nothing. Certainly the bathroom was clean, and the breakfast jams were good.
The only thing to be grateful for is that the hosts let us use the kitchen – it was New Year's Eve – since there wasn't a single restaurant or shop within 30 minutes. The hosts were fine and speak good English; in fact, they are English. But when we said we were leaving after the first night, they got a bit aggressive. We chose the place because of its high rating on Booking, but this is the biggest failure in all the years we have used Booking.
It's advertised as a "Country Retreat", but in reality they rent you a room in a private house. The house is hard to find. To get to the room you have to go through the living room occupied by the owners, in front of a giant television screen. We didn't go to a "Country Retreat" to have a television on. In the house you don't know where to sit when the owners are in the lounge (it was winter). If it's night you have no choice but to shut yourself in your room. There's no privacy whatsoever. The dogs and cats wander all over the place. You find them on the armchairs and sofas. There's dog and cat hair everywhere. It was January and there was no hot water for the bathroom. We were told in the morning that the water heater had to be switched on two hours in advance using a switch outside the bathroom. No one had informed us before. The most surreal thing is that they also rent out the family's teenage son's room. He sleeps in a folding bed set up in the main living room. In the morning, I couldn't leave the room because the son was asleep in the middle of the lounge. The situation was awkward for everyone. On the other hand, the village and the sorroundings have no charm. It's 50 minutes from Paphos and there are no shops or restaurants nearby. Luckily, the hosts went away and let us use the kitchen, which justifies the two points. Breakfast was the typical English one, but with tinned beans and food of the poor quality. The bathroom was clean, the room not so much, and the rest of it wasn't very hygienic. We felt cheated. It's not a "retreat" as advertised.
We had booked for two days, but we left the next morning in a hurry, losing the money we'd paid. It was worth paying for two nights, but we only used one. It wasn't also very fair that, when we left early they asked us not to leave any review on Booking.
9 / 10
Lovely one night stay where you become part of their family.
Lovely, super welcoming couple who owns the place.
Not a lot of privacy, more for a short stay. You should like dogs, cats and should be open to spend time with the owners.
We enjoyed this for one night!
9 / 10
Truly a retreat!
I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for this wonderful place — it was truly a retreat. The house sits atop a hill with an amazing view of the valley, and the village has a magical, tranquil atmosphere. The hosts are wonderful people; we really enjoyed their company. Despina treated us to fresh figs from the garden, and the breakfast she prepared was absolutely fantastic. Thank you again, Despina, for the jar of your delicious fig jam! We’re already looking forward to coming back. Next time, we’ll definitely try the swimming pool under the stars.
10 / 10
Perfect to relax and recharge
Despina’s and Steve’s country retreat is a wonderful place to relax and recharge. The room was really cozy, spotless and the breakfast was amazing. The highlights for us were the green surroundings, the spacious outdoor area, the pool, and of course Despina and Steve and their 2 dogs and cats - we had an amazing time and would love to visit again.
Al voordat we aankwamen bij de accommodatie belde Despina ons op met vragen over speciale wensen over het ontbijt de volgende dag, ook gaf ze meteen tips over hoe bij haar te komen. We voelden ons direct welkom. De ontvangst was aller hartelijkst, we hebben nog heerlijk gezwommen in het zwembad. Een zwembad met een uitzicht. Omdat in het dorp geen restaurants zijn gaf ze ons daarin tips. Ga eten bij Chris Taverniki in Mesogis. Fantastisch! Na het eten hebben we nog gezellig met Despina en Steve een drankje gedronken en gebabbeld. De BenB staat in een landelijke, rustige omgeving, je komt tot helemaal tot jezelf. Het ontbijt was voortreffelijk, eigen gemaakte jams en verse eieren. Wij waren op doorreis maar we hadden daar zeker nog een nachtje kunnen verblijven. Kortom: boek een ticket en lekker gaan!
niets
9 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2026
Das Frühstück war hervorragend. Die Vermieter waren super. Wir haben hilfreiche Informationen zu Freizeitangeboten bekommen. Nette informative Gespräche.
Does this property follow enhanced cleaning procedures?
Yes, this vacation rental has implemented enhanced cleaning procedures and processes to keep you healthy and safe.
Is parking included with this vacation rental?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Despina country retreat. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this vacation rental?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Despina country retreat. Enjoy the water!
Is Despina country retreat pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this vacation rental is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Despina country retreat?
We found 13 amenities for this rental. This includes free wifi/internet, free parking, air conditioning, pool, and non-smoking.
"Despina’s and Steve’s country retreat is a wonderful place to relax and recharge. The room was really cozy, spotless and the breakfast was amazing. The highlights for us were the green surroundings, t..."
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Well priced for this locationPriced under area average
Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental
About this vacation rental
Elegant Accommodations
Amenities
Free WiFi/internet
Free Parking
Air conditioning
Pool
Non-smoking
Balcony/Terrace
WiFi/Internet
Shared living spaces
Garden
Fireplace
Outdoor Cooking
Family friendly
Cleaning products
Map of Paphos District
Ratings and reviews
9.1 / 10
Outstanding(120 Ratings)
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10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2026
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10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2026
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9 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2026
Al voordat we aankwamen bij de accommodatie belde Despina ons op met vragen over speciale wensen over het ontbijt de volgende dag, ook gaf ze meteen tips over hoe bij haar te komen. We voelden ons direct welkom. De ontvangst was aller hartelijkst, we hebben nog heerlijk gezwommen in het zwembad. Een zwembad met een uitzicht. Omdat in het dorp geen restaurants zijn gaf ze ons daarin tips. Ga eten bij Chris Taverniki in Mesogis. Fantastisch! Na het eten hebben we nog gezellig met Despina en Steve een drankje gedronken en gebabbeld. De BenB staat in een landelijke, rustige omgeving, je komt tot helemaal tot jezelf. Het ontbijt was voortreffelijk, eigen gemaakte jams en verse eieren. Wij waren op doorreis maar we hadden daar zeker nog een nachtje kunnen verblijven. Kortom: boek een ticket en lekker gaan!
niets
9 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2026
Das Frühstück war hervorragend. Die Vermieter waren super. Wir haben hilfreiche Informationen zu Freizeitangeboten bekommen. Nette informative Gespräche.
Alles war top.
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9.1Outstanding
(120 Ratings)
"Despina’s and Steve’s country retreat is a wonderful place to relax and recharge. The room was really cozy, spotless and the breakfast was amazing. The highlights for us were the green surroundings, t..."
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Well priced for this locationPriced under area average
Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental
Map of Paphos District
About this vacation rental
Elegant Accommodations
Amenities
Free WiFi/internet
Free Parking
Air conditioning
Pool
Non-smoking
Balcony/Terrace
WiFi/Internet
Shared living spaces
Garden
Fireplace
Outdoor Cooking
Family friendly
Cleaning products
FAQs
Does this property follow enhanced cleaning procedures?
Yes, this vacation rental has implemented enhanced cleaning procedures and processes to keep you healthy and safe.
Is parking included with this vacation rental?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Despina country retreat. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this vacation rental?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Despina country retreat. Enjoy the water!
Is Despina country retreat pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this vacation rental is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Despina country retreat?
We found 13 amenities for this rental. This includes free wifi/internet, free parking, air conditioning, pool, and non-smoking.
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