Sunshine Villas


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Douneika, Pirgos Ilias, 271 31 Pírgos, Ilia, Greece

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In the enchanting Ilia, the most fertile area of ​​Greece and maybe also the Mediterranean, the place where the ancient Greeks chose to host the Olympic Games, with the endless beautiful sandy beaches, you will find the luxurious Sunshine Villas. Just 25 km from the cradle of the Olympic Spirit and the touch of the Olympic Flame, Ancient Olympia, you can experience the holidays of your dreams. In the green oasis of a 5,500 sqm estate, in the area between the settlements of Duneika and Agios Ilias, just 800 meters from the sea and overlooking the Ionian Sea, you can indulge in the unique hospitality of the Sunshine Villas. Designed and decorated with taste, to meet the needs of the most demanding, each house, 85 m2, is constructed with the most modern specifications: It has 600 m2 private garden, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living room, kitchen, veranda, garage location while equipped with the most modern home appliances. Still. including air conditioning, wi-fi, smart TV, Nespresso coffee machine, high-quality furniture and comfortable beds. The apartments also have a baby cot upon request. Experience the unique sunset experience in the Ionian Sea every afternoon from Sunshine Villas's sun terrace. Sunshine Villas are located 80 km from the bustling harbor of Patras and only 12 km from the cathedral's cathedral. Both the town of Pyrgos, the administrative center of the prefecture and the commercial center of Amaliada are only 10 km away. Also, in the wider area of ​​the prefecture of Ilia, some of the most famous archaeological sites in Greece, enchanting destinations for excursions to nature, as well as some of the most famous and beautiful beaches in the Peloponnese are located. Archaeological sites For the lovers of the Olympic spirit, the ancient Greek culture and the art of classical Greek times, Sunshine Villas visitors have access in a very short distance:  In the archaeological site and the museum of Ancient Olympia, where great sculptures of classical times are exhibited, among them the world-famous Hermes of Praxiteles, which due to its beauty is considered to be the ideal image of classical beauty and sculpture.  In the temple of Epicurian Apollo, one of the most important and imposing temples of antiquity. The temple that rises at 1,130 meters, in the center of the Peloponnese, on the mountains between Ilia, Arcadia and Messinia is the work of Iktinou, the architect of the Parthenon, and is considered aesthetically and imposingly the most famous temple of Greece, the Parthenon.  In the ancient archaeological site of ancient Ilida, where there is a modern archaeological museum, the famous ancient theater of Ilida where every year the International Festival of Ancient Ilida is held, with remarkable artistic events and not only. Moreover, in the prefecture of Ilia there is a multitude of classical and Byzantine antiquities such as Chlemoutsi Castle, the Kyllini Baths, the Holy Monastery of Chrisopigi Dirvis, the Holy Monastery of Panagia Skafidia and the Holy Monastery of St. Nicolaos Fragapidimatos. Excursions to nature But also for those who seek the adventure next to nature, the prefecture of Ilia has famous natural beauty destinations:  Lake Kaiafa with an area of ​​1500 acres, 3 km long and 2 meters deep is a spa with a special wetland where you will find fish, eels, turtles and many migratory birds. The renowned spa town with the thermal waters is located on the islet of Agia Aikaterini, which joins with a small strip of land with the rest of the land and creates a unique landscape beauty.  In the one and only female river of Greece, in Neda you will meet the beautiful Neda waterfalls to form lakes, ideal for swimming. In the dense vegetation that surrounds the running waters, visitors have access to a waterfall 50 meters high, while there are the enchanting scenery and two other waterfalls that form natural pools with dreamy turquoise waters  30 km from Pyrgos, 3 km long, starts the 2.5 hour hiking trail in the gorgeous gorge of Gemiros. It is the "Olympic path" - on a section of the holy road of Ilida - Olympia, where you will find the cave Asketi, where once used the ancient oracle of the athletes, the ancient cobbled path, part of the holy road Ilida - Olympia, Asteras Monastery and the most ancient olives of Greece, with branches from which the Olympians wafted. Adventure in nature can continue in the mountains of Erymanthos and Minthi, but also in the famous forest of Foloi with the picturesque mountain villages of Lalas, Doukas, Neraida and Lampia. Beaches Of course, the holidays in the prefecture of Ilia could not be without swimming, on the golden and sandy shores where the pine trees reach to the sea and the sun dives every afternoon to set. Some of the most famous and nearby beaches are:  Saint Andrew, where the wild landscape dominates, as the beach is deep and rocky.  Katakolo, an ideal beach for families with young children, as the beach is quite shallow.  The golden sands of Skafidia place it among the best beaches in the country. In the clear blue waters with green background the overgrown area will meet surfers fighting the waves and bathers to enjoy the Peloponnesian sun.  Samiko beach stretches out through a lush pine forest. In this one you will find campers and beach bars, but its length also offers peace and isolation.  Levantokhori is located among the orchards and the local cultures, known mainly by the locals.  Kourouta is one of the most popular beaches of the prefecture. Absolutely organized, with the bars succeeding each other and the famous camping attracts a number of holidaymakers every year. It is also famous for its intense nightlife, also known as "Mykonos of the Peloponnese".  The Arkoudi, cosmopolitan beach, surrounded by shops and hotels with the colorful houses of the village to contribute to the wonderful view, is also offered for a night bath.  Glyfa and Thinas Vartholomiou, unique for their beauty beaches with the golden sand and their clear clear waters are ideal for swimming.  Kaiafa Beach has plenty of white sand, while there will be some lilies of sand to decorate it.  The famous Zacharo has a blue flag and is surrounded by endless sand and crystal clear waters.  Elaia beach a little further west with the lovely pine forest is huge with golden sand and clear blue waters. Along its length, the sea turtles leave each year with the area to be part of the protected areas of Triphylia. The coastline of the prefecture of Ilia is famous for its golden thick sand and clear blue waters. Exquisite nearby options for swimming are the beaches of Agios Ilias, Agia Marina, Giannitsohori, Tholos - Kakavatos, Kastro - Killinis, Spiantza. Ilia at a glance Spend an unforgettable holiday in Ilia, enjoying the warm hospitality, delicious and affordable dining options in the taverns of the picturesque villages of the area. Taste the abundant and delicious fruits and vegetables that only the fertile land of Ilia offers. Watermelons, melons, tomatoes, pumpkin, aubergines and pickles directly from the producers, fresh fish in the seaside villages, Trouttama trout, as well as trachana, noodles, gournopoula and unique village sausages are some of the countless choices. For the lovers of grapes, grapes and wine, follow the streets of wine in the well-known and award-winning Merkouri Estate, in Korakohori, Ilia, on an old, large farm with a history of 140 years in the production of wine, olive oil and currants.



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