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Byzantine Home in the Castle

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Interior
Dining
Exterior detail
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Chios, North Aegean Islands
  • Place, Castle of Chios
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Chios Port
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, University of the Aegean
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chios (JKH-Chios Island National)
    ‪5 min drive‬

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Part of the 1300-year-old medieval castle. Recently renovated.
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
The price is NZ$144
includes taxes & fees
31 Jan - 1 Feb
Part of the 1300-year-old medieval castle. Recently renovated.

About the area

Chios

When you stay at this castle in Chios, you'll be on a lake, within a 10-minute walk of Giustiniani Palace and Castle of Chios. .This castle is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Chios Public Garden and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Chios Byzantine Museum.
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What's nearby

  • Giustiniani Palace - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Castle of Chios - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Chios Port - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Koraes Central Public and Historical Library of Chios - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • University of the Aegean - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Chios (JKH-Chios Island National) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Μάνικα Καφέ - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Ψησταριά του Πέτρου - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Paragka - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Veneti - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Vupalu - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Byzantine Home in the Castle

The village was approximately built in the 12th century during the Byzantine era in Castle to Protect its Citizens from the Pirates.The architecture of the settlement with its narrow streets and perimetric fortification served to repel pirate raids in the following future.The street plan of the village is pentagonical and its many narrow roads inside the fortifications give the impression of a labyrinth. The fortifications were reinforced during theGenoese era in Chios, between 1346 and 1566. The church of the Older Taxiarchi that is located in the centre of the village was built in 1794. A lot of villagers of Mesta were killed or captured during the Chios massacre. Some of them were released after a while because the mastic agriculture was important for the Ottomans.

This Home was Re-Built in 2022 Under Archaeology Supervision to Original Standards and looks with Nature Products to Perfection.
Main Bedroom with a Queen bed and Loft Original Wooden Structure with another Queen bed with removable ladder just the way people Lived 800 years ago.Second Room has a i siting area with another wooden original loft with a Queen mattress very Comfortable for a couple or 2-3 Adults.
Bathrooms(One is Private in Second Room and Second on First Floor) and Kitchen are Re-Build with Archaeological and Original Taste.Dining Table is hiding in small cave made out of a olive tree and upon request gets pull out for Dinner/Breakfast.

Reason to pick our is Property can Sleep very Comfortable 6-8 Adults at our Home and Enjoy the Home and the Village that's Dated over 800+ Years Old in the Byzantine Era.

Six unique almost private beaches only 10 minutes away from the village.

Archaeologist and Antique Lovers!!!

Special Village To Visit One of the most beautiful, remote, and well-preserved villages on the island of Chios is Mesta, which combines medieval architecture with impressive natural surroundings.

***Due to the government rental law in Greece, you must provide travelers identification upon arrival.

This Home was Re-Built in 2022 Under Archaeology Supervision to Original Standards and looks with Nature Products to Perfection.
Just Seconds From the Center of the Castle that Provides small Supermarket ,Greek food and some souvenir stores.
15 minutes away from the #2 port of the island that can take you to Athens or to other islands.

Six unique almost private beaches only 10 minutes away from the village.

Archaeologist and Antique Lovers!!!

Special Village To Visit One of the most beautiful, remote, and well-preserved villages on the island of Chios is Mesta, which combines medieval architecture with impressive natural surroundings.
There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. The bathroom has a shower and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a safe and a microwave.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or take in the view from a garden.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and laundry facilities.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

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  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

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  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Mobile key entry
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Drive safe and thank you for choosing our cabin. Please make sure all AC/Heat is turned off.
We have one family rule when we visit: “Leave/Check-out cabin the way it was at Check-in”. Thank You!!

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Food and water bowls are available

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
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Property Registration Number 1755938

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed USD 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation

Byzantine Home in the Castle Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Magic in the Aegean; MESTA; on island of CHIOS

Extraordinary, one of a kind experience at 800 year old BYZANTINE castle in MESTA , discover how the “ancients lived” ; with all the conveniences of contemporary living , a fully restored accommodation equipped with modern kitchen and all the amenities, luxury bathroom , A/C and heat throughout, state of the art washer and dryer. The accommodation is restored with local, hand crafted furniture and woodwork by a noted craftsman. MESTA is suitable for visitors from all countries since many people in the village are bilingual . The location is perfectly situated to access historic sites nearby in OLYMPIO and the new and modern MASTIC MUSEUM. The caves at OLYMPIO are remarkable; date back 25 million years ; the stagalites and stalagmites are magnificent! The MASTICA museum provides a “tour de force” of the history and importance of this ancient health promoting natural substance ~ and how the locals were able to “liberate” this industry from 2,000 years struggle and domination from foreign entities. Exploring the pristine local beaches ; (don’t miss DIDIMA BEACH) was an utter joy! Ah, the Aegean Sea; swimming in emerald green/ blue waters in a private and remote area. Dining in the village is splendid; enjoying community; young and old, near the main square and church. Historic markers are strategically posted at all village entrances to facilitate self guided walks. Two restaurants minutes away at MESTA PORT; serve freshly caught fish; just a 5 minute drive. GPS works well throughout the island to facilitate driving to destinations. For those arriving in city of CHIOS ; I suggest a visit to CHIOS TOURIST OFFICE, very helpful and an abundance of literature for orientation around the island.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022