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Client Reviews from Chios & Inousses

The Ostria Studios in Katarraktis are really good and easy to reach by bus from Chios town. The rooms are very comfortable and the sea views great. Katarraktis is a lovely little village just the right size for exploring, relaxing and eating. We did three days of walking but then ran out of choices and hired a car for 3 days, which let us complete the southern loop of Pyrgi, Olympia, Mesta and Port Lithio. We also drove to Volissos and admired the Pyrgos Village Apartments which looked really comfortable although they were locked up at that time. We found the zig-zag roads hard work and would not want to spend a whole week exploring the island by car!

Innousses
A great little island though the weather was not good at first, so we were four days into our stay before we explored the beaches which were numerous and good. The walk round the island’s roads was good and not too taxing. The Thalassoporos Hotel, was a wee bit tired but very clean and comfortable - the balcony was a real plus during the evening sunset. The owner and her staff were very friendly. The town was shutting up for the winter and only the quayside taverna was available for evening meals. To summarise: Inousses is OK for a week in high summer but probably only 3 or 4 days in the shoulder seasons.

HG 8144
 

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Pyrgos Village, Volissos

This property is undergoing a change of management and we do not have 2009 prices or reservation details yet. We hope it will soon become available again. It is not, therefore, currently on sale.

A money-no-object project perfect for a pampered honeymoon or a sybaritic stay in one of 15 studios/apartments tucked into the narrow streets at the summit of this old village. All have living/dining areas with subtle lighting and easy chairs, designer bathrooms, fully equipped kitchenettes and impeccable décor. Because exteriors cannot be changed there are some intriguing quirks such as vaulted alcoves with four posters. Some are at street level, some have balconies with views. As each unit is individually designed, please ask us for price.
Sat TV, phones & internet connection, air-con, hairdryer; S/C 2-5 pers.

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Marvina Studios, Volissos

Six studios with well tiled sh/wcs, simple kitchenette and twin beds on a raised platform; and two bigger studios with three single beds; all with big balconies facing sea and the sandy beach sweeping away south, a few steps down a path. Volissos centre five minutes' drive away.
Air-con; S/C 2-3 pers.

Seasons
High 13/7-23/8
Mid 8/6-13/9
Low 20/4-28/9

Website: www.chios-marvina.com

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Spilia Cottages, Ano Kardamyla

Simple refurbished cottages flanking the stepped main street of the upper part of the village with lovely panorama with glimpses of the sea. No 4 has big balcony and private amphitheatre for 100 people (no performances scheduled) outside the back door.
S/C 2-3 persons.

Seasons
High 16/7-31/8
Mid 16/4-31/10
Low 16/4-31/10

Website: www.spilia-chios.gr

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Avgonyma Stone Cottages

Four flats over two village tavernas (air-con) plus a row of cottages (fans) near the square. All different, all charmingly quirky, but comfortable and well equipped.
S/C 2-4 pers.

Seasons
Peak 21/7-31/8
High 1/7-20/7
Mid 1/6-30/9
Low 1/4-31/10

Website: www.spitakia.gr

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Ostria Studios, Katarraktis

16 spacious studios and 4 apartments right on the sea, not five minutes' walk from the harbour front tavernas. All units have full sea view from their large balconies. Attractive pool with sun-beds round it on the terrace. Apartments have kitchen/diner with two sofa beds. Overlooks a beach which is better for a quick swim than a whole day's picnic. Lovely views across to the Turkish coast.
Cat A; tel, air-con; S/C 2-4 pers.

Seasons
High 16/7-5/9
Mid 1/6-30/9
Low 15/4-31/10

Website: ostriastudios.gr

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Stone Houses of Kalamoti

Two studio/apts tucked into the picturesque old quarter: here is your chance to feel really Greek. Inevitably quirky and best for 2 persons, but two extra beds dotted around - OK for family. Compact kitchens and sh/wcs but well equipped; and nice patios. One has elegant living room.
TV; S/C 2-4 pers.

Seasons
High 6/7-23/8
Mid 14/6-6/9
Low 1/4-28/9

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Thalassoporos Hotel, Inousses Island

Refurbished (in parts) and run by charming friendly people, the Thalassoporos stands up in the old village with nice views from many of the rooms. The shops - decidedly unsophisticated - and the eating and drinking places are all within easy walking distance down wide steps and within puffing distance on the way back.
Air-con; B&B.

Seasons
High 1/7-31/8
Mid 14/6-6/9
Low 1/4-28/9

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