“West House” is a luxurius and family-friendly villa in the South of Peloponnese.
For those who enjoy serene surroundings, being situated in the South of Peloponnese means that nearby you can find various attractions, beautiful beaches, and charming villages, providing ample opportunities for exploration and enjoyment during your stay at Morea Club.
Here are some locations nearby that are worth to know about:
- Airport: The airport is 18km away, and it takes about 20 minutes to reach from Morea Club. For a smooth transfer to Morea Club we can arrange your transportation! Learn More
- Almyros Beach area/Beach Bars&Restaurants: Just 950m away, and it takes about 1 minute to reach. It’s a great spot to enjoy the sea, dine at bars/restaurants, and relax with a drink.
- Celadon Watersports: Situated right in Kalamata main sea frontline “Celadon” (“www.celadonsport.com”) is the place to enjoy all types of water sports safely under professional attention. It takes approximately 7 minutes to get there from Morea Club.
- Kalamata Town Beach: Kalamata town beach just a 5min drive away and is easily accessible! Take a leisurely stroll, jog or cycle along the beach, and enjoy the sea and local food in the multitude of shops in the 4km long promenade. explore the town’s charming streets, and try some local cuisine at the restaurants.
- Kalamata Town: Explore the old towns charming streets and squares spreading around the 13th century medieval Crusaders Castle, walk into the 13th century Byzantine Holy Apostles church where the Greek revolution against the Ottomans began, and immerse in the flavours of local cuisine in one of the many restaurants around.
- Kitries Fishing Village Beach: This charming old fishing village beach is 9km away, and it takes approximately 15 minutes to reach. It’s worth a visit to experience its unique character and scenic surroundings. Enjoy the serene beach, try some fresh seafood at local tavernas, and capture the village’s unique atmosphere with your camera.
- Kardamyli, Mani: This beautiful Greek/Venetian medieval town is 27km away, and it takes about 25 minutes to reach. The town is known for its picturesque landscapes and historical significance. The skyline of Kardamyli, like many other Maniot towns and villages, is dominated by the distinctive regional architectural of the various towers and stone castles built by scions of the Nikliani clans, the medieval aristocracy of the Mani.
- Diros Caves: Don’t miss the chance to explore the fascinating Diros Caves, located around the Mani region. Take a guided boat tour through the impressive underground chambers and admire the spectacular stalactite and stalagmite formations. Learn More
- Mount Taygetos: Mount Taygetos is a prominent mountain range in the Peloponnese region of Greece and it’s a popular destination for nature lovers and hikers. If you’re an outdoor enthusiast the mountain will offer you breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape and a chance to connect with nature!
- Neda Gorge: For nature and hiking/canyoning lovers Neda is a must. Waterfalls, stone bridges and fairy tail nature will simply captivate you. And don’t forget your swimsuit!
- Wine Tasting : Let us organise a wine tasting excursion into some award winning local producers.You will be amazed of the quality and varieties of local wine. Witness how unremitting dedication and care for a vineyard can deliver such quality of raw material to create the ultimate expression of Peloponnese terroir through indigenous varieties. At the end of the day wine was first made here.
- Olives and Olive Oil: Kalamata is the home of the best olive oil and olives in the world. You can take a tasting visit in the local producers and try some of the best produce along with other local products. Food lovers should know that Kalamata has an amazing production and variety of cheese, tomatoes, figs, mountain herbs and tea. Foraging black truffle and wild mushrooms is also an option.
- Family owned taverns experience: Eat home made dishes prepared in small family owned taverns in open retro settings reminiscent of old times.
- Sports: In Kalamata you can play Tennis and padle, while almost all types of water sports are available. Of course playing golf in Costa Navarino is also an option, while you can go extreme and try paragliding (para-pente) (jumping off from above Morea Club at 900m) for a life time experience and some amazing pictures from above.
- Boat rent: Rent a boat for a day trip into some exclusive beaches and enjoy the sea in full privacy.
- Sparta: The city of Sparta is an ancient and historically significant location in Greece. It’s worth visiting if you are interested in history and ancient culture.
- Mystras town: The medieval fortified town of the Despotate of Morea that acted as the late Capital of the Byzantine Empire. Situated just 1 hour away on Mt Taygetus above ancient Sparta and below a 14th century Frankish castle, Mystras is an exceptionally well preserved example of a medieval Byzantine city.(UNESCO World Heritage 1989 list).
- Ancient Messene: A Bronze Age Achaean Greek city with significant history excavated and partly restored just 40 minutes away.
Peloponnese … Enjoy your exploration, its a wonderful place!