Cyprus Holiday Villa V446

The seaside resort of Latchi with its recently opened 200 berth marina, features an array of inviting sea-front tavernas with a superb selection of fresh fish and seafood served daily. The centre of the Latchi is approximately 1.5 kilometres from the villa while the coarse sand and shingle beach is only 900 metres away. This organized beach has sunbeds and umbrellas available for hire, several restaurants/snack bars providing refreshments and for the more energetic a watersports centre. Just beyond Latchi you will find the well known 'Baths of Aphrodite' and for nature lovers the protected Akamas Peninsular.

The Akamas peninsular which covers approximately 230 square kilometres is where you will find wild landscape, amazing natural beauty, deep gorges and wide sandy bays. The diversity of wildlife is of outstanding ecological importance for the Mediterranean and the wide variety of fauna is certainly impressive. This area of outstanding natural beauty is criss crossed with many walking trails so particular suited to walkers, adventurers and those who enjoy painting, bird watching and photography. The coastline of this area can also be enjoyed by boat with daily excursions available from the marina.

The village of Neo Chorio situated in the hills above Latchi is a small and peaceful village where the architecture is dominated by stone houses and narrow winding streets which exude a traditional Cypriot atmosphere. With two Cypriot tavernas, a small grocery store and a couple of ‘kafenions' where locals gather to socialize and chat over thick, strong coffee the theme of the village is laid back.

Polis, approximately 5 kilometres from the villa is the principal town for the northwest region. This traditional town, huddled around a pedestrianised square is a great place to browse the many shops, enjoy a coffee watching the world pass by or dine at any of the wide selection of restaurants, tavernas and cafes which radiate out from the centre. Polis also has on organized sand and shingle beach backed by tall Eucalyptus trees.

Take the time to explore some of the inland villages off the beaten path in the northwest region where you'll discover such delights as village cultural centres and museums, galleries, Churches and wineries with free wine tasting!

Polis and the surrounding villages count bowling, go-karting, fishing, cycling, watersports and scuba diving amongst the many activities on offer to the visitor. The Minthis Hills Golf Course is approximately a 35 minute drive away. The town of Paphos with its World Heritage Sites, modern shopping facilities, waterpark and attractive harbour area is within a 50 minute drive.