The awarded agrotourism Vavla Rustic Retreat is a restored 19th-century building located in the preserved village of Vavla. It offers self-catering accommodation with a kitchen or kitchenette overlooking the internal stone-paved courtyard. The air-conditioned studios and apartments feature stone-built walls and antique furniture. They all have a living area with a satellite LCD TV and a dining area. Electrical appliances include a fridge, coffee maker and microwave. The family's ancestral orchard is located within 1km from the property, and guests can make arrangements with the staff to visit the orchard to pick seasonal fruits, or take part in agricultural activities or the olive oil-making process. Breakfast can be served upon charge, in a nearby restaurant, just a 2-minute walk away. The property is a 30-minute drive from the cities of Nicosia and Larnaca. At 15 km, guests can find many sandy beaches, while the surrounding area is ideal for hiking and biking. Free Wi-Fi is available in the entire property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

FREE parking!


Availability

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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.5
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.9
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Ł
    Łukasz
    Poland Poland
    Beautiful historic house in a small picturesque village. Peaceful and scenic location. Very welcoming and accommodating Owner and the Staff. They organised everything we needed. Hope we come back there again... to eat more oranges, dragonfruits...
  • Uri
    Israel Israel
    We had a very pleasant vacation. The villa is located in a quiet village not far from Larnaca and Nicosia. And very close to Lefkada village. The owner is pleasant and helped us as much as he could.
  • Nora
    Germany Germany
    Very unique place situated in the middle of a cute village. It’s a traditional building with separate Apartments situated around a nice yard with fireplace and sitting areas to catch the sun. Great hearing and hot water in winter. ;) Andrew was a...

Quality rating

This property is rated 3 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Managed by The Polis Family

Company review score: 9.5Based on 87 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

As a family, we love to explore and discover new things! Cyprus is full of hidden little jewels, which makes it the perfect destination for any couple or family who is looking for more than just the typical beach holiday. After living in Cyprus for 16+ years, we are still uncovering secret little places in different villages and areas around the island, and experiencing the wonder of the unique landscapes, natural habitats, cultural idiosyncrasies and architecture of each area. The best part? Nothing is more than a 2-hour drive away, and the mild season means we can explore all year round! We also love learning about Cyprus heritage, and sharing what we know with our guests. Be sure to ask Anastasios about some of his grandfather's stories and diaries which he has transcribed and translated. You will be amazed! If we had the time to do anything we wanted, it would probably have to be traveling! Unfortunately we do not have much time for that, but we don't mind, because we love chatting with our guests and learning about their own travels and home countries. It's the next best thing to traveling ourselves!

Property information

We are excited to share this authentic traditional home with you, revealing to you the stories and secrets behind each room of our home, and to help guide you in your exploration of our environment, our region, and the whole of Cyprus!

Neighbourhood information

Located in the village is Ecophysis, a company which offers hikes (complete with binoculars and hiking vest) and picnics led by a certified biologist , as well as the unique opportunity to be a "beekeeper for a day" by visiting their hives in a full beekeeping suit and learning about honey and the extraction process. There is also of course the opportunity for honey tasting, and even craft projects revolving around honey and beeswax which can be arranged. Located near to Vavla is the Ktima Christoudia Winery, where one can merely visit for a tour of the winery, small museum, and wine tasting, or even have the opportunity to take part in the wine-making process by working in the vineyards or bottling in the winery. Self-guided walks to a restored village well, as well as our famed "Lady of Love" church are also within easy reach. Whatever you choose to do, you can be sure to find a true agrotourism experience in Vavla!

Languages spoken

Greek,English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Vavla Rustic Retreat
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Hiking
    Off-site
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Luggage storage
  • Laundry
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Languages spoken
  • Greek
  • English

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules
Vavla Rustic Retreat takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 21:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 09:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 00:00 and 07:00.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that car is recommended.

Please note that the property has been awarded the Green Key International Environmental Award.

Kindly note that discounted rates apply for children's breakfast.

During winter months, fire logs can be provided upon charge.

Please inform Vavla Rustic Retreat in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Quiet hours are between 00:00:00 and 07:00:00.

This property has identified that it does not require a short-term rental license or registration