Top House

(Sleeps: 4)

Glossa Village house, Skopelos

Top house is a beautifully renovated village house in a peaceful area of  Glossa village, located high in the village Top House boasts stunning uninterupted views along the coast of Skopelos and across the Aegean to Skiathos and the Greek mainland beyond.

Top house is located in a very peaceful area with stunning views over the village, down the island and out over the Aegean to Skiathos and the Greek mainland. The house comprises of a small outside terrace, two sleeping areas, bathroom, open plan kitchen and dining area and balcony. Glossa is surrounded by cool shaded olive groves leading into Pine forests, perfect for walking and cycling, we also have two sea kayaks which can be rented on a daily basis for those wishing to explore the islands coast line or find that deserted beach. The center of the village is only a few minutes walk where you will find tavernas, restaurants, cafes, bakeries and supermarkets. The nearest beach is at Loutraki, about 30 min walk or 5 mins by taxi. A regular bus service runs between Loutraki and Skopelos town, calling at all the main beaches and villages.

Accessibility
Glossa is built on a hillside and has many steps which make it unsuitable for people with mobility problems. Top house is also built over 3 floors with two staircases.

Outside
On the ground floor there is a small terrace area with table and chairs. The balcony is located on the first floor.

Coast/Beach
The nearest beach is in the village of Loutraki which is about 30 mins walk. There is an excellent bus service covering the length of the island, taking in all the main beaches and other villages. There is a stop in Glossa about a 10 min walk from Top house.

Special interest holidays
We run guided sea kayaking tours around Skopelos. This is an ideal way to explore the coast line and see the marine life that surrounds this beautiful island. No previous kayaking experience is necessary as we are trained coaches and provide all the equipment necessary.
The tours visit different areas of the island each day and include time for relaxing on deserted beaches, snorkeling and lunch before returning back to Glossa.
Please contact us for further information.

Travel
The nearest airport is located on the neighboring island of Skiathos, about 20-30 min boat ride away. Taxi from Skiathos airport to the ferry port is about 10 min and will cost approx 7-10 euro.
Car hire is recommended for getting around Skopelos for sight seeing, however the public bus and taxi service provide good access to many beaches and places of interest. Cost of car hire varies between 25-55 euros per day depending on type of vehicle and holiday season.

Distances
Glossa village has many supermarkets, bakeries, resturants and tavernas, all within a few mins walk. Loutraki 5min drive, small port with many traditional fishing boats, a nice sand and shale beach and sea front tavernas. Agios Yannis (St John) 10min drive, the small chapel on the rock used in the film of Mama Mia. Kastani beach 15min drive, sandy beach used in the film of Mama Mia. Panormos bay 20min drive, stunning pebble beach and tavernas, perfect for evening dinning alfresco on the beac

Further details
In Glossa you will find a selection of bakeries, Greek tavernas, european resurants, variety of supermarkets and hardware stores. A 24HR ATM cash machine, Doctors surgery and pharmacy can also be found on the main high street.
Klima is the second closest village, 10 min drive. Here you can also find tavernas and bakeries along with 24HR ATM cash machine but NO pharmacy or Doctors surgery.
Skopelos Town is 50 min drive, this is the islands capital and main ferry port for departues and arrivals from Skiathos and the Greek mainland. Endless supply of cafes, bars and tavernas, art and clothes shops for your tourist nic nacs. The island boast hundreds of monestaries some of which are still habited. Doctors, dentists, banks, police and other emergency services are all located in Skopelos Town.

Booking notes
A 20% deposit is required to secure your booking. The balance to be paid in full 10 weeks prior to your arrival. A reminder will be sent via email 12 weeks prior to your arrival date.
Bookings made within 10 weeks require payment in full to secure reservation.

Options

	Mountain Bike hire	€15.00	Per day
	Sea kayaking	€55.00	Per day
	Sea fishing trips	€50.00	Per day