PITHARIA

“Rustic, charming but basic”

The spot is tucked into a little ramshackle street, close enough to drive to mountain walks in 45 minutes. Rustic charm with plenty of nice aesthetic touches. The temperature was good in October and the balcony offered a nice view. Candles looked nice. It could use some love, feeling more basic than luxurious, which didn’t match the price. The kitchen area was a bit dirty and under‑equipped – only one bowl, one teaspoon, no wine glasses, no sharp knives. Some balcony railings were dodgy. Wi‑Fi didn’t work, though we didn’t bother to call anyone about that. The front door was rustic and beautiful but also hanging off its hinges. The bedding sheets were nice and clean, but the blanket/quilt wasn’t fresh, which isn’t unusual but isn’t my preference. If it had been cheaper we might have seen this as part of the charm, but it was about £110 (GBP) per night, off‑season, and not in the tourist centre. There were no cafés or shops nearby, though two good restaurants opened on weekends. The bed was short and creaky.

Sarah·Há 4 semanas

We booked this room for the jacuzzi, so we were disappointed that the shower setup wasn’t functional. The shower hose was extremely short, making it hard to shower properly. When we asked the manager, we were told this was just how the jacuzzi had been installed, but the setup was clearly impractical for normal use and should have been fixed as a maintenance issue. The bed had traditional decorative covers that looked like they needed dry cleaning and hadn’t been cleaned recently, raising concerns about overall cleanliness. Finally, the veranda was being used to store broken items; although there were some beautiful, large traditional vases, they were not properly covered and contained stagnant water, which had started to develop mould and attracted mosquitoes. These problems should be addressed, as the room has potential, but the maintenance, cleanliness, and overall attention to detail did not meet our expectations.

Mary·Há 3 meses

“Love the place”

Thanks a lot! This was our second visit to Pitharia in Askas, and we’ll definitely come back. The house is perfect for a 1‑2 day escape from the city; the mountains feel fresher than the coast. The balcony offers a stunning view, with green peaks all around and birds singing from every direction all day. It’s a paradise village—you’ll find you don’t want to leave the balcony, sipping wine and tea, and we even woke up at 5 am, which was worth it because the birds were crazy and the sunrise view was unbelievable. The village itself is super quiet, making for a relaxed stroll. The rooms are very comfortable and have everything you need: A/C, good internet, a small kitchen, but it’s better to bring your own food since the nearest taverna is in Palaichori Oreinis. It was perfect.

Renat·Há 5 meses

The surroundings and the place overall feel authentic and spacious, with facilities as promised. The old stone house immerses you in a historical setting. Everything was available—wash supplies, a tub with hot water, a kitchen, and a kitchenette—so we could have cooked if we had stayed longer. The village is warm and cozy; you can see people care to keep it that way. Remember to bring food or call the restaurant—sometimes you can’t tell if the places will be open. We had great conversations with the locals, and a very kind host made everything even better. The bathroom’s sound isolation isn’t quite romantic, which might be an issue for a new couple.

Maryia·Há 6 meses

“Nice hotel os Askas”

The balcony offered a great view. The house is fully equipped, and the hotel manager is very nice. They helped us a lot with shopping for Easter since we arrived by bike and were very communicative. The internet connection was somewhat unstable at times. The kitchen could have been cleaner, and there was a slight damp smell in the shower.

Oshi·Há 7 meses