Petreas Castle - Feel the historical atmosphere

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9.6 out of 10

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Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

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?a?daµ???, Peloponnese
  • Foneas beach
    5 min drive
  • Delfina
    7 min drive
  • Kalogria
    9 min drive
  • Kalamata (KLX-Kalamata Intl.)
    58 min drive

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About the area

Kardamyli

At this castle you'll be steps from Ionian Sea and 4.3 km (2.7 mi) from Foneas beach. Highlights at this castle include a kitchen and a washing machine. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this West Mani castle include Delfina and Kalogria.

What's nearby

  • Foneas beach - 5 min drive
  • Delfina - 7 min drive
  • Kalogria - 9 min drive
  • Stoupa Beach - 10 min drive
  • Almyros Beach - 44 min drive

Getting around

  • Kalamata (KLX-Kalamata Intl.) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Καφέ Πλατεία - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Τυλιχτό Σουβλακοπωλείον - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Aquarella - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Stoupa Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Patriko - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Petreas Castle - Feel the historical atmosphere

Petrea Castle belongs to the castle's complex Troupaki-Mourtzinou of Upper Kardamili in Messinian Mani, an architectural ensemble of unique historical and aesthetic value. Built in the early 18th century, recently restored on plans by Greek Ministry of Culture, preserving with respect its historic and architectural character It has three floors including three bedrooms, a reception area, two bathrooms and a kitchen. Unique view to Messinian bay and mountain Taygetos.

The space

Upper Kardamili is the place hosts one of the most spectacular fortification complexes of Mani, being the home of the Troupaki-Mourtzinos family, prominent family giving high ranking officers of the revolutionary army in 1821.

Originator of the family was Michael Palaiologos, who lived in the area at the end of the 17th century and his descendant was the chieftain Panagiotis Troupakis - Mourtzinos, a member of the Filiki Etaireia and one of the most important fighters of Greek independence. This was the place where Theodoros Kolokotronis hosted the preparation of the Greek Revolution where, with the help of Mourtzinos and his Maniates warriors, liberated city of Kalamata on 23rd March and gave the first victorious battle at Karytaina.

The stone built settlement is located in Upper Kardamili and incorporates the tower houses of the families Troupaki-Mourtzinou, Petrea, Bahleba and Boukouvala. Inside the complex is the family church of Agios Spyridonas, with the impressive bell tower and the family's graves.

The castle is the oldest building in the complex and it was a residence, a barracks storehouse and watching post.

In nowadays , after an exemplary renovation under the guidance of the Greek Ministry of Culture in order to preserve all its historical and architectural features, the castle is a real landmark for the region.

With its stone and wooden stairs, as well as precious family heirlooms to decorate its premises, it offers the visitor a special travel experience, as well as an insider look at Greek history.

The unobstructed view of the Messinian bay and mountain Taygetos, where one can see on the highest peak a carved pyramid, is another feature of the tower.

Walkers can explore the area through a network of trails and discover the gorge of Viros, while in a short distance there are beautiful beaches with sand or pebbles.

The center of Kardamili is 500 meters away and the visitor can find every kind of shop for its daily needs such as supermarkets, restaurants, cafes, car rental offices etc.

The distance from Kalamata is 37 km and from Athens 238 km.

The house is fully equipped for guests' stay, has air conditioning, plasma TV and wi-fi.
Ο Πύργος Πετρέα, εντάσσεται σε ένα από τα εμβληματικότερα οχυρωματικά συγκροτήματα της Μάνης, το οποίο υπήρξε ο τόπος κατοικίας της οικογένειας Τρουπάκη-Μούρτζινου, από την οποία προέρχονται οι τελευταίοι καπεταναίοι (άρχοντες) της Μάνης.
Γενάρχης της οικογένειας είναι ο Μιχαήλ Παλαιολόγος, ο οποίος κατοίκησε στην περιοχή στα τέλη του 17ου αιώνα και απόγονός του ο οπλαρχηγός Παναγιώτης Τρουπάκης - Μούρτζινος, μέλος της Φιλικής Εταιρείας και ένας από τους σημαντικότερους αγωνιστές της ελληνικής ανεξαρτησίας. Εδώ φιλοξενήθηκε ο Θεόδωρος Κολοκοτρώνης προετοιμάζοντας την ελληνική επανάσταση όπου με τη βοήθεια του Μούρτζινου και των μανιατών πολεμιστών του, απελευθέρωσε στις 23 Μαρτίου την Καλαμάτα και έδωσε την πρώτη νικηφόρο μάχη του Αγώνα στην Καρύταινα.
Ο πετρόχτιστος οικισμός βρίσκεται στην Πάνω Καρδαμύλη και ενσωματώνει τα πυργόσπιτα των οικογενειών Τρουπάκη-Μούρτζινου, Πετρέα, Μπαχλέμπα και Μπουκουβάλα. Μέσα στο συγκρότημα βρίσκεται ο οικογενειακός ναός του Αγίου Σπυρίδωνα, με το εντυπωσιακό καμπαναριό και τους τάφους των Μούρτζινων.
Ο πύργος, γνωστός και ως βάρδια Πετρέα, ο οποίος είναι το παλαιότερο κτίσμα του συγκροτήματος, υπήρξε κατοικία, μπαρουταποθήκη και φυλάκιο. Σήμερα, μετά από μια υποδειγματική ανακαίνιση που έγινε με την καθοδήγηση του Υπουργείου Πολιτισμού με στόχο να διατηρήσει όλα τα ιστορικά και αρχιτεκτονικά του στοιχεία, ο πύργος αποτελεί ένα πραγματικό ορόσημο για την περιοχή.
Με πέτρινες και ξύλινες σκάλες να τον διατρέχουν, αλλά και πολύτιμα οικογενειακά κειμήλια να κοσμούν τους χώρους του, προσφέρει στον επισκέπτη μια ξεχωριστή ταξιδιωτική εμπειρία, αλλά και μια ματιά «εκ των έσω» στην ελληνική ιστορία.
Η απεριόριστη θέα στο μεσσηνιακό κόλπο και τον Ταΰγετο, όπου μπορεί κανείς να δει στην ψηλότερη κορυφή του μια λαξευμένη πυραμίδα, είναι ένα ακόμα χαρακτηριστικό του πύργου.
Οι περιπατητές μπορούν να εξερευνήσουν την περιοχή μέσα από ένα δίκτυο μονοπατιών και να ανακαλύψουν το φαράγγι του Βυρού, ενώ σε μικρή απόσταση βρίσκονται πανέμορφες παραλίες με άμμο ή βότσαλα.
Το κέντρο της Καρδαμύλης είναι σε απόσταση 500 μέτρων και εκεί ο επισκέπτης μπορεί να βρει κάθε είδους κατάστημα για τις καθημερινές του ανάγκες όπως σούπερ μάρκετ, εστιατόρια, καφέ, γραφεία ενοικίασης αυτοκινήτων κτλ. Η απόσταση από την Καλαμάτα είναι 37 χλμ. και από την Αθήνα 238 χλμ.
Το σπίτι είναι πλήρως εξοπλισμένο για τη διαμονή των επισκεπτών, διαθέτει κλιματιστικά, τηλεόραση plasma και wi-fi.

Property manager

Maria Petrea

Languages

English, French, Greek

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi

Outdoors

  • In the mountains
  • On the bay

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Washing machine

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Castle
Petreas Castle Feel the historical atmosphere
Petreas Castle - Feel the historical atmosphere ?a?daµ???

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Petreas Castle - Feel the historical atmosphere?

The closest beach to Petreas Castle - Feel the historical atmosphere is Stoupa Beach (5.1 km).

Does Petreas Castle - Feel the historical atmosphere have a pool?

No, this castle doesn't have a pool.

Is there a private hot tub at Petreas Castle - Feel the historical atmosphere?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Petreas Castle - Feel the historical atmosphere?

No, Petreas Castle - Feel the historical atmosphere does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Petreas Castle - Feel the historical atmosphere?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 12:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Petreas Castle - Feel the historical atmosphere?

No, pets are not allowed.

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