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Old farmhouse, spacious open kitchen, a room with two single beds and a bedroom with a double bed in the shed next to the house; bathroom with toilet and shower

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Exterior detail
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
2 bedrooms, bed sheets
Fridge, oven, coffee/tea maker, toaster

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 440 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Old farmhouse, spacious open kitchen, a room with two single beds and a bedroom with a double bed in the shed next to the house; bathroom with toilet and shower

Secluded yet central in the Raches region, in the forest with a view of the sea and a river. Restored Ikariotic farm with spacious garden in which Olive, nut and fruit trees and vegetables are lovingly cared for in a natural way. And many herbs with medicinal properties from which we make ointments and oils. Are you looking for peace and are you a nature lover; do you want to meditate under a tree or near a splashing waterfall; do you like walking: the house is located at a crossroads of the old donkey paths which were once the only roads of Ikaria and on which you can take long or short walks, eg: you walk within 15 minutes on a shady path to the village of Raches where there are post office, shops, restaurants and cafes. The sea is visible but the house is not by the sea. It is a ten minute drive to the beach by car or moped. We recommend that you make a reservation in advance for transport hire, as the offer is limited.

Languages

Dutch, English, German

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blender
  • Spices
  • Coffee grinder

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Outdoor shower

Living spaces

  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: roken niet toegestaan in de tuin, ivm brandgevaar

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 431 sq ft (40 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Raches Ikaria, North Aegean Islands

What's nearby

  • Livadi Beach - 9 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Mesaktí - 10 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Armenistís - 18 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Nas Beach - 28 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Seychelles Beach - 60 min drive - 25.0 km

Getting around

  • Ikaria Island (JIK) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mamakita Beach Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mesakti beach Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Αμάρανθος - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Στο Καμπί - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Artemis - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Old farmhouse, spacious open kitchen, a room with two single beds and a bedroom with a double bed in the shed next to the house; bathroom with toilet and shower pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Old farmhouse, spacious open kitchen, a room with two single beds and a bedroom with a double bed in the shed next to the house; bathroom with toilet and shower?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Old farmhouse, spacious open kitchen, a room with two single beds and a bedroom with a double bed in the shed next to the house; bathroom with toilet and shower?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Old farmhouse, spacious open kitchen, a room with two single beds and a bedroom with a double bed in the shed next to the house; bathroom with toilet and shower located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Livadi Beach, Mesaktí, and Yaliskari Beach. Armenistís is 2 mi (3.3 km) away.

Old farmhouse, spacious open kitchen, a room with two single beds and a bedroom with a double bed in the shed next to the house; bathroom with toilet and shower Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

florence e.

Liked: Cleanliness
Authentic house in an authentic island
We stayed for three days in this very nice house completely rebuilt by its owner, in a remote location yet near the beaches. the location is amazing on the hills of Raches, in a cool breeze in an unspoiled island. the owner is extremely friendly and helpful I warmly recommend this house.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chiara C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
We loved our week at Laurie. The property is not only a house but also a dream, a gift for the nature, a project of life and a proof of big will and love shown by the owner. Me and my husband we wish to have something similar surrounded by nature at some point in our life. Not to mention that in there you can find all the comfort of a 4 star hotel plus the beds are super!!! Thanks a lot!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Evangelia N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home!
Laurie was incredibly helpful and welcoming:) The house is very cute, clean and deep in nature! Would visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ευθυμια Π.

Liked: Cleanliness
At least perfect!
We had a wonderful time at Laurie’s apartment! The house is a real piece of art, a dream place! Unique and traditional at the same time, clean and ordered, with all the facilities you’ll ever need. Laurie is a helpful, radiant person, full of positive energy! She is not just a host to us, she became our friend! We recommend this place, not only for its natural and original beauty, but also for the opportunity you’ll have to meet such a special person, like Laurie. Honestly, she is the best host ever! We thank you, Laurie, for this experience! We are definitely coming back next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

alain n.

Liked: Cleanliness
Petit spot idéal pour amoureux de la nature
Emplacement idéal pour découvrir Ikaria,ses belles plages avec une mer bleu turquoise, faire de jolies randonnées en montagne couverte de forêts de pins et participer aux fêtes de villages où tout le monde danse toute la nuit.La maison nous à beaucoup plue malgré son équipement spartiate.
Stayed 16 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natasha P.

Liked: Cleanliness
One of the most relaxing, warm, get-together holidays we had, these 12 days in Laurie's place
I have spent 1 week with friends and a 2nd week with my 3 daughters in Laurie's place. Hidden in nature, allowing you to escape from August's crowds but as well in easy distance from main points of interest (Mesakti beach & Raches village). We enjoyed and appreciated Lauries hospitality to share every aspect of her creation (the house, the garden, the fruits, herbs, stories, contacts etc). The house -which is Laurie's home-is fully equipped with whatever is needed for a long comfortable stay, it all felt as we have been invited by good old friends. The setting claims for people who enjoy escaping from busy crowds, are familiar with living close to/with nature, appreciate the local touch of Ikarian living
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Aleksandra G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday in nature
The place of Laurie is located in a beautiful garden nearby a picturesque river. It is a perfect place for those who like calmness and privacy, while being surrounded by nature. You can hear the frogs croaking in the river and birds singing in the surrounding forest. In the night you can watch stars as there are no other lights in the area. Because of our infant baby it was more convenient for us to stay in the main house as the bedroom with a double bed is located few steps away from the main house. The place is clean and the kitchen is fully equipped even with a food processor which we used to prepare food for our baby. It is also not far to reach nice tavernas and cafes for those who prefer to eat outside and try Ikarian specialties. Laurie and her husband are very welcoming and made our stay convenient. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

ΝΙΚΟΣ Μ.

Liked: Cleanliness
Μια όμορφη εμπειρια
Ένα σπίτι κυριολεκτικά μέσα στη φύση, πολύ όμορφο και προσεγμένο, με χαρακτήρα,προτείνεται για ήρεμες διακοπές.. άβολη η διαμονή για τα άτομα στο σπιτάκι με το διπλό κρεβάτι, Καθώς η πόρτα πρέπει να μένει ανοιχτή ,ώστε να δροσίζεται ο χώρος, υπάρχει η προστασία της «εξυπνης» σίτας αλλά χρειάζεται μια επιπλέον προστασία κυρίως για τα έντομα πιστεύω.. περάσαμε υπέροχα και το προτείνω
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019