Beautiful historic Castro home with sea views, sleeps 6

Aerial view
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fireplace, books, music library, stereo
Fridge, oven, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap

About this house rental

Located in Naxos, this lovely house for $248 per night is a fantastic choice for your next trip. A rare chance to stay in a beautiful fourteenth-century home set among winding alleyways in the heart of the Venetian castle area of Naxos. Come and be bewitched by the special magic of the Castro and this wonderful island. You will be peaceful and secluded in this protected historic area, while being right in the heart of the town, a few minutes walk up from the waterfront. Sitting above this lively port, Castro Sea View House has views of the sea and mountains, a sun-trap terrace, and cool sea breezes through its high-ceilinged rooms. The house is a perfect retreat with a calm atmosphere, plenty of books, antique furniture, paintings and textiles, and a classic vinyl LP library for you to enjoy. There are two large airy reception rooms, a large kitchen and three comfortable bedrooms (two doubles and a twin), one with sea view and one with garden view. A whitewashed terrace overflowing with geraniums and bougainvillea provides a wonderful place to sit for breakfast, reading a novel or secluded sunbathing. You can choose your favourite place to eat in the house, whether on the terrace, at the large dining table downstairs, or the upstairs dining area looking out to the sea and the mountains. We have lovingly maintained this historic property using traditional methods since our family bought it back in 1963 from descendants of one of the original Venetian families who came to Naxos in the 13th century. All profits are returned into the ongoing restoration and maintenance of this special place. The house has walking access only, up stepped alleyways. You can park within 5 mins walk of the house, down a flight of steps at the back of the Castro (space allowing). A few hundred yards down through the North Arch of the castle brings you to the old market place where you can buy bread cooked in a wood-burning oven, fresh peaches, local vegetables, wine etc . The local produce is delicious and wonderful for cooking up feasts at the house. You can walk down to the ruined temple in the harbour for an early morning or evening swim (five minutes walk). Good snorkelling along the right side, where you can still see the ancient walls of the town from an earthquake. Or walk along the harbour to St George's beach which has a wide sandy beach lined with tavernas to relax, eat and read (10 mins). You will fall under the spell of Naxos, as all visitors do - enjoy! Please note: we book by the week only, with changeover on Saturdays. (EOT Tourist licence number MHTE 11774K92001203901)

Amenities

Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Balcony / Patio
Hot Tub / Spa
Family friendly

Map of Naxos

Reviews

5.0/5.0
Outstanding(23 Reviews)
5.0
Jul 2023
There is a rare atmosphere of stillness, calmness and poetry about the place. If you happen to know Kettle's Yard, this is what it is like. We loved the atmosphere, the view, the terrace, the books, the furniture and the bells. We were kindly welcomed at the ferry. It was a unique experience. In doubt, just book. Thank you! (and for the fresh bread, olives, the milk, honey and orange juice).
5.0
Jul 2023
The house on Naxos has the most pleasant vibe and feeling. We had such a wonderful time. The person that helps you on arrival was the best and had a lot of good recommendations. The views are stunning and the courtyard dining is very special. The home is well appointed and welcoming. We will have so many happy memories of our stay in Naxos.
5.0
Jul 2023
Our family LOVED our stay in this very special home. We spent every night on the roof watching the sunset with the best view in Naxos. Jackie, Zita, and Harriet go out of their way to make your stay lovely. Swift communication and suggestions and care. They treat you like family. If you have mobility issues, this is not the house for you but able-bodied visitors who want to immerse themselves in what it would be like to live in Naxos as a local will revel in how truly rare and extraordinary this home is. There is no AC. We had an unusually hot week with little wind. A few oscillating high functioning fans would be an essential added addition to this home. That would be our only suggestion. Everything else was perfection.
5.0
Jul 2023
Our stay in Castro Naxos home was magical. The books, art, sea views, cathedral bells transported us to another time. This is a home of curated treasures, not another IKEA decorated rental. We felt as if we were guests in the home of good friends. The house was spotless and we were welcomed with gifts of freshly baked bread, honey, milk, wine. It was perfect for my husband and I and our two adult children. Everyone had plenty of space and their own W.C. The sea views were lovely and the garden patio perfect for breakfast. The little bench on the roof provided the best sunset view on the island. I highly recommend this treasure of a house.
5.0
Aug 2022
This is an amazing place to stay. We stayed here 10 years ago and this time was just as magical. The beauty of the house and the sense of history all around are what make it so special. We love it and hope that we don't have to wait another 10 years before our next visit.
5.0
Jul 2022
Charming house, ideally placed to enjoy the animation of Chora while being perfectly quiet. A family home, full of lovely furniture and antiques. Fantastic view, absolute calm, attentions on arrival. Stunning !
5.0
Jul 2022
Perfect Naxos
Perfect Naxos
This house is just amazing, typical Greek house with authentic furniture, perfect for a group of friends as we were . If you prefer the real Greece then this is for you. Not only will you have a fabulous holiday but get super fit with all the steps getting through the town to the house. Top tip you can cut off some of the trek by using the lift at Avaton, plus have a cocktail on the roof terrace on your way back to the house. Perfect location to explore the island from and have wonderful evenings in the town. Watch the sunsets from the roof terrace with a chilled glass of Rose. The courtyard is perfect for leisurely breakfast with the local fruit, honey and Greek yoghourt. We had the best holiday and would certainly recommend this house for a real Greek experience.
5.0
Aug 2021
The house was really quirky and we loved it! The situation was amazing, we loved the windy alley ways and never seemed to go the same way! With windows open at night we had easy sleep and no mosquitos to worry us . The walk to the beach and the port was close by and the exercise back did us good! A wealth of tavernas and shops to explore. We all had an amazing holiday and were sad to leave.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Naxos?

The average price for a rental in Naxos is $79 per night. This rental is $169 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Beautiful historic Castro home with sea views, sleeps 6. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Beautiful historic Castro home with sea views, sleeps 6 pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at Beautiful historic Castro home with sea views, sleeps 6?

We found 6 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, balcony / patio, and hot tub / spa.

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