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Filanthi's Retreat In Mani's Nature _ Stone House in Silence & Olive Trees

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A stone building with a balcony, a wrought iron gate, and pink flowering plants.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Gytheio, Peloponnese
  • Place, Pasteli Manolakos
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Cranae
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Mavrovouni Beach
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kalamata (KLX-Kalamata Intl.)
    ‪130 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

ANEMONE_Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

HIBISCUS_Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

JASMIN_Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1_Groundfloor

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2_Up Level

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Filanthi's Retreat In Mani's Nature _ Stone House in Silence & Olive Trees

More than just a holiday rental, Filanthi’s Retreat is a traditional stone house designed for those who seek silence, nature, and the luxury of time.

Surrounded by olive groves and the rugged mountains of Mani, this is a place to slow down and live simply. Ideal for couples, nature lovers, writers, and anyone who values calm over crowds. We focus on unhurried, meaningful stays (minimum 3 nights).

The House Nestled in a quiet, authentic village of Eastern Mani, the house has been carefully restored to remain true to its roots. It offers warmth, comfort, and a genuine sense of home. With three peaceful bedrooms, we comfortably welcome up to 6 guests, ensuring a spacious and high-quality experience for everyone. You will find a fully equipped kitchen and cozy indoor spaces that invite you to live at a slower rhythm.

The Experience Outside, the garden and the surrounding village paths offer seasonal fruits, lemon and orange trees, and open views of the hills. Mornings are for coffee in silence; evenings for simple meals under the stars with a glass of local wine.

The Location Located just 13 km from Gythio, the house provides easy access to the Mani peninsula while remaining far from the noise. You are perfectly placed for slow excursions to:

Areopolis, Oitylo & Limeni (Authentic Mani architecture)

Monemvasia & Mystras (Byzantine history)

Diros Caves (Natural wonder)

Filanthi’s Retreat is for guests who appreciate authenticity and understand that the real luxury here is peace.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

The house is best suited for calm,respectful stays

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Gather used towels

Remove personal items and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys

Please gather used towels and place them in the bathroom.

Before departure, kindly turn off lights and air conditioning and close the windows.

Please leave the keys in the safe box and make sure it is properly closed.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Please turn off AC and lights when leaving home.

Only registered guests allowed on the property

Please respect quiet hours from 23:00 to 08:00.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 00000247310
Property # 10049040
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

East Mani

Located in East Mani, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Dimitrios Shipwreck and Kelefas Castle are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ionian Sea and Cranae. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkelling and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Gytheio, Peloponnese

What's nearby

  • Pasteli Manolakos - 23 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Cranae - 26 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Kastania Cave - 27 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Mavrovouni Beach - 28 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Valtaki Beach - 36 min drive - 21.1 km

Getting around

  • Kalamata (KLX-Kalamata Intl.) - 101 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Η Τραβηχτή - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Il Porto - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪*Λόφτ (* Loft) - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Old School - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Τουριστικό Περίπτερο - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Filanthi's Retreat In Mani's Nature _ Stone House in Silence & Olive Trees pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Filanthi's Retreat In Mani's Nature _ Stone House in Silence & Olive Trees?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Filanthi's Retreat In Mani's Nature _ Stone House in Silence & Olive Trees?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Filanthi's Retreat In Mani's Nature _ Stone House in Silence & Olive Trees?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Filanthi's Retreat In Mani's Nature _ Stone House in Silence & Olive Trees located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Pasteli Manolakos, Ionian Sea and Cranae. Mavrovouni Beach and Kastania Cave are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Sébastien M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Séjour très agréable

Accueil très chaleureux dans une maison spacieuses et équipée.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2023
Sebastien, Thank you very much for your kind words. It was a great joy for me to meet such a beautiful, responsible and harmonious family like yours. You are the joy of the homeowner.
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10/10 Excellent

Cyndie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Hostess Beautiful Location

What a wonderful stay we had. It is out there in the countryside up in the mountains away from everything. Very easy to find though. Beautiful views. Filanthi provided so many treats for us. We had a small problem with the washer, but it was probably just our lack of knowledge of European washers. Would highly recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2023
Cyndie is a wonderful woman and I am really glad I met her.She treated my Home in the best possible way and I would totally recomend her as tenant. I would be glad to host her again in the future.
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10/10 Excellent

Maurizio F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house in a quiet area of Mani

We spend two weeks in Filanthi´s house. The house of Filanthi is located in a little village, almost on the top of the mountain which includes a 20min drive to the next town of Gythio. A wonderful retreat if you love nature and quiet places. Filanthi, her sister (which lives next to the house) and the whole neighbarhood are very nice and kind persons. Filanthis was always available and gave us and really warm welcome and some really nice advices of the places to visit. The house is lovely with lots of nice areas and we spend a fantasitc time there. As we travel with 5 persons we always book holiday houses for our stay but Filanthis house was the cleanest. My wife is a little bit fussy on this but had absolutely nothing to complain. The house is very well equipped and there is nothing you won´t find in this house with one exception. There is an air condition at the lower floor with works fine but in the sleeping rooms there is no air condition but just ceiling fans. They work pretty well but if you expect air condition in all rooms you will be disappointed. All sleeping rooms have a nice size and are equipped with TV. There is also a nice sitting area outside which you could use. It´s a yard but with a grill, table, chairs and a lot of nice details. In total we collected a lot of nice memories in Filanthis house and we would alsolutely recommend it. Thanks for everything!
Stayed 17 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2023
Maurizio and his family were excellent guests! Open-hearted, happy and communicative people who loved and respected my property as it was theirs and showed appreciation for all the villagers and the environment. The type of guests we all want to have! I feel lucky and blessed that I met them and i hope to see them again in the future. I totally recommend them!

About the host

Hosted by Filanthi Kolokotroni

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Filanthi’s Retreat is a private stone house in the Mani countryside, created with care, respect for tradition, and a love for quiet living. Rooted in family history and the natural landscape, the house reflects a slower, more refined way of life — where simplicity is a luxury.

Hosting is personal for us. We welcome guests who value privacy, authenticity, and thoughtful details, offering a space that feels both elegant and deeply calming.

This is not a commercial holiday rental, but a boutique retreat designed for those seeking silence, nature, and understated comfort in one of Greece’s most timeless regions.

Why they chose this property

Mani is a place chosen by nature, not shaped by crowds. We chose this area for its raw beauty, open horizons, and deep sense of calm. Surrounded by olive groves and mountains, the landscape invites a slower rhythm — mornings with birdsong, long walks, and evenings under a vast sky.

What we enjoy most is the silence, the authenticity of village life, and the feeling of being close to the land, yet within easy reach of the sea, historic villages, and timeless Mani paths.

What makes this property unique

Filanthi’s Retreat stands out for its sense of calm, privacy, and authenticity. This is a traditional stone house set within nature, not designed for short stays or mass tourism, but for guests who value time, space, and silence.

The retreat combines natural materials, thoughtful simplicity, and a peaceful setting among olive trees and mountains. What makes it truly unique is the feeling of being away from noise and schedules, while staying in a home that is cared for and lived in, not staged.

It is a place to slow down, breathe, and experience Mani in a genuine and unhurried way.

Languages:

English, Greek

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