{"id":11123,"date":"2017-11-29T18:51:49","date_gmt":"2017-11-29T18:51:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cyprusescape.com\/?p=11123"},"modified":"2024-02-06T10:56:09","modified_gmt":"2024-02-06T10:56:09","slug":"casale-panayiotis-2-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cyprusescape.com\/casale-panayiotis-2-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Staying at Casale Panayiotis, Cyprus (Part 2): My Review"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Without further delay, here is the second part of my trip to the village<\/span> of Kalopanayiotis <\/span>and my stay at Casale Panayotis<\/span>, Cyprus<\/a>. If you missed the first part, you can check it here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though I was staying only for one night and a mere 24 hours, I could not fit everything into one post as there is so much to see in the village<\/span>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Starting where we left off – by the hotel<\/span> building with this gorgeous red ivy.<\/p>\n\n\n

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As it’s officially winter in Cyprus<\/a> (you can’t tell if you look outside the window), it was getting dark pretty quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I wanted to check the Venetian bridge on the first night, trying to beat the darkness and sneaking in some pictures before heading back to the hotel<\/span> for dinner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Venetian bridge is a short walk away from the hotel<\/span> reception and dates back to 16 century. It used to be the only access point from the monastery<\/a> to the village.<\/p>\n\n\n

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We didn’t stay very long as the night set in and we rushed back to the main square in search of Byzantino restaurant<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the way, we made a quick pit-stop in the library that I already admired earlier during lunchtime. This time I had to check it out from inside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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I didn’t find much information about the library on the hotel<\/span>‘s website, but from the looks of it, it is essentially what is says on the box – a library.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It’s very beautifully decorated, with plenty of books to go through, and each table has a button that will attract the attention of the staff who will bring you drinks wherever you sit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I can imagine it is also used for small conferences or it’s a great place if someone feels like catching up on work in peace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the entrance to the building, you are presented with a beautiful hallway that is centered between two rooms and a spiral staircase leading downstairs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hoping to find a wine cellar, I only discovered another beautiful room with traditional stone walls, fireplace and plenty of comfy looking seats.<\/p>\n\n\n

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This place is perfect as a little hang out area if you’re about to go for dinner or a few drinks after dinner. I haven’t seen many hotels<\/span> with libraries, but this would be one of the prettiest ones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Back to the most important bit – the food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The menu we were presented with was identical to the one we were picking from lunch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This time we wanted to try something else, so I picked traditional Cypriot pasta with mint and my husband went for pork, I believe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The food was good, but both of us preferred the choice we had earlier for lunch.<\/p>\n\n\n

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There was still enough time to explore some local gems<\/a> on the way to our room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This one felt like cut out straight from a movie.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Quirky decor, roaring fire in the middle of the room and a lot of character of Kafe Oinos made me want to set up a camp there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Except two of us, there were just a couple of locals and another couple of tourists joining in later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chilled music, the cracking of the fire and a good wine turned the night into a perfect winter evening. Only thing that was missing was a bit of snow outside, but hey we can’t have it all!<\/p>\n\n\n

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Let me show you around a bit….
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After too many wine glasses (again), we headed back to our room, to be fresh and ready for the breakfast next morning.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Greeted by beautiful sunshine and a fresh smell of nature in the countryside.
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We took the pathway down the village<\/span>, instead of the lift and couldn’t help to admire the ivy, again. I know you’re getting bored with it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bear with me please, it’s not every day I get to experience autumn first-hand in Cyprus<\/span>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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We found our breakfast place just a few meters down from the reception building.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Overlooking the valley and with a pretty outdoor seating area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The breakfast was superb, I have to admit I ate way too much and got obsessed with the mushrooms they served.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Great coffee, fresh good quality ingredients served in a relaxed atmosphere and with stunning views.
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Even locals couldn’t resist the smell of the delicious food….<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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After breakfast, it was time to finish our tourist business, before returning back to Paphos<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Starting with the sulfur springs<\/span> that we seemed to have missed the previous night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The village<\/span> of Kalopanayiotis is known mainly for the springs<\/span>, which were closely tied to it’s status as a spa town in Cyprus<\/span>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The springs<\/span> are accessible close to the banks of the river, by the Venetian bridge and date back to the ancient Kingdom of Soli. Kings used this area as their wellness<\/a> resort and a stop-over during hunting trips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to legends, a temple dedicated to Aesclipious – the God of healing – used to stand on the spot of the current monastery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The water from the spring<\/span> is used even today and known for their healing properties.<\/p>\n\n\n

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And that brings us to the last stop on this trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Monastery of St John Lampadistis<\/a> – a UNESCO heritage site that dates back to 11th – 15th century (exact time is not know).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the monastery<\/a> you get a chance to admire one of the most beautiful Byzantine churches on the island, including it’s frescos, wooden carved doors and icons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We just had a quick stroll around as a group of teenagers on a school trip started echoing around the whole village<\/span> and spoiled the whole serenity of the place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I sound like I’m 80 already.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The monastery is just a few meters away from the springs<\/span>, so you shouldn’t miss a chance to check it out.<\/p>\n\n\n

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After we quickly checked the monastery, I was very keen to explore the quirky little shop opposite the reception building.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unfortunately it did not open in time and we had to head back home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There was plenty left to discover in the village<\/span>. We haven’t checked the rest of the restaurant and bistro options and I didn’t explore the surrounding villages<\/span>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From what we’ve heard, the resort is very popular in winter when people come to stay and then go skiing in Troodos during the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As I mentioned earlier, there are a lot of exciting new plans for the village<\/span> and hotel<\/span> itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I can’t wait to go back to check the progress and explore the remaining parts of the village<\/span> and the surrounding countryside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I only stayed here for a night, but there is something about this place that makes you feel like at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Until next time Kalopanayiotis!<\/p>\n\n\n

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