Villa Primavera is a simple but tasteful traditional Greek house in Assomatos, Kos, 1,000 ft above the sea in a very quiet and secluded location away from the crowds. It has 3 unconnected twin bedrooms (each with en-suite shower room) kitchen, living/dining room and 2 terraces. All rooms have terracotta tiled floors, and the bedrooms large fitted wardrobes and wooden beamed ceilings. In front is a large grass area beyond which the hill drops away allowing a spectacular 120 degree view from the house of the sea, Turkey and nearby islands. The house is situated beyond the end of the road. Assomatos is a quiet traditional village with real Greek life and a centuries old church. In the area surrounding the house are hens, goats, birds, butterflies, trees producing wonderful figs and wild fennel. In the evenings there is a perfect view from the terrace of amazing sunsets followed by the gentle emergence in the dusk of the star-like lights of Turkey, and Pserimos and Kalymnos islands.
Nearest Beach: 9 Kilometres
Car: recommended
Several local houses are owned by other Europeans who love the atmosphere and view. Behind the village are pine forests with many walks offering natural beauty and wonderful views. Nearby Zia is a popular tourist destination, with many shops selling local produce and gifts, and about 10 restaurants. Oromedon, where Bill Clinton ate in 2003, is excellent. The hill villages (the subject of preservation orders) and surrounding area have classic Greek scenery and atmosphere. Further away are places like Tam Tam (25 minutes away), a laid back bar and restaurant set amid palm trees overlooking a beach. It plays cool music and serves great food to a sophisticated crowd. We can recommend other such locations, and quiet beaches, unseen by mass market tourists, where you can experience the real Kos and simply relax. Kos town, with its beautiful harbour, Crusader fortress, ancient ruins and many restaurants and bars, is 20 minutes away, as are the ruins of the Asklepion hospital (C.3rd BC.)