HELLO
Welcome to our villa "Omorfo Theire"
situated minutes from the seafront and residing in a quiet development with its own chapel.
This ideal retreat is waiting for you to come and enjoy.
Things to do, see and know
Major Supermarket - Metro
By Car - At the top of the road where the water shop resides, turn right and drive until you come to a roundabout (2 mins). Take the second exit. Continue up the road for 3 mins . On your left you will see the Metro Supermarket
Roadside Drinking Water Dispensers
You will see that we have a water cooler in the house. Obviously plug it in and switch it on. It will take about 30-40 mins to cool the water.
To get the barrel on top filled with water (assuming you use it a lot), at the top of the road is a little shop with a stainless steel unit outside.This is the water machine.
Place the barrel underneath the dispenser tap, put your €1 in the slot and press the green button.
when the barrel is full place the blue lid on the barrel and drop it (gently) onto the top of the water cooler.
Small town - Pernera
At the top of the road, turn left. When you come to the Golden Coast hotel turn right. You will eventually come to a T junction, turn left and you reentering Pernera Town.
Big Town - Protoras
Drive to Pernera (as above)
Look for Knights bar on your right hand side. Drive past the bar and you will eventually come to a roundabout.
Take the third exit
At the top of the road you will come to a T junction. Turn left and drive for 3-4 mins.
Eventually you will come to a set of Traffic lights with the Sphinx bar on your left.Turn left and you are entering the main road in Protoras
Scuba Diving
Ideal for beginners and experienced divers (Peter & Shelley). Drive to Pernera go past Knights bar, you will come to a roundabout. Take the 2nd exit, at the end of the road you will come to a T junction.
Turn left and after 1 min on your right (set back) you will see the ScubaTech shop.
Nice walk in the evening
Car or Bus to Pernera. When you go past Knights bar turn left.
Drive to the end of the road, and park. There is a wooden walkway along the beach (going to the right) which will take you'll the way to Protoras, it is lit at night and is nice before you go for something to eat or drink. It is about a mile long (probably more) with Bars all along the way.
Nearest Beach to the Villa - Serena Bay
Walk to the Church at the top of the road. turn left and left again down the road adjacent to the one you have just walked up. At the bottom of the road on the right is a small alley which will lead you directly to Serena bay. 5 mins walk in total
Beaches - Generally
Agia Triada beach - At the top of the road turn right and drive for 2 mins you will eventually see on the right a small sign pointing to Agia Triada. This is a small sandy beach with a Bar.
Crystal Springs beach - Walk down to the coat path, as you are looking out to sea turn left. Follow the cost walk, the beach is literally just around the next bay.
For big beaches drive / Bus to Pernera and walk along the front, there are loads with sea sports etc.
Green bay is a nice beach where they take novice Scuba Divers and the beach is quiet.
Chemist / Doctor
The nearest is in Pernera. Look for Knights bar, as you go past the bar on your left is a shop with a green cross outside. This is the Chemist / Doctor.
Buses
If you do not have a car and are travelling by bus the nearest stop is at the top of the road outside the entrance to Crystal Springs Hotel. If you are planning a major trip by bus the central depot is in Paralimni
Taxi's
Olympic Taxi - 00357 96 71 74 75
Safety Taxi - 00357 99 955 770
00357 99 581 426
House WiFi and Television
The WIFI which also operates the TV channels will be set up ready for your arrival and for the duration of your stay.
To connect to the Internet, search for 'MyhomeWIFI...' on your devices. Then put in password: 97741458 and connect.
If WIFI does not connect, then the WIFI box may need a re-boot... switch the WIFI box off at plug only for 5 minutes.
Then switch back on at plug, wait a couple of minutes and try again.
To operate TV:
*Press the ON button on the TV remote only. Do not touch the TV box.
*Wait for TV screen to come on (may show messages of no connection) - it can take up to a minute to connect but once it has the screen will give you a list of Channel options and you can select which language you wish to view in.
*To turn off TV, simply press OFF button on TV remote only. Do not touch the TV box.
Using the handset you can navigate through the channels and select those you wish to watch. If you select a channel and it appears to buffer, then try the same programme on the channel above/below - different frequencies and some receive better than others.
If you get to a point you want to go back to the Homepage; simply press the back button or home icon on remote to start again.
Do not change any settings on the TV, it is all set up correctly.
Things to do
The Hidden Church
Agia Napa Sea Caves
The Hidden Church
Certainly the quirkiest and most idyllic church of the Famagusta district – if not of the island – is Ayioi Saranta Church, tucked away in a cave in a secluded road of Protaras.
Built within the cave, it’s not an easy church to find as you have to drive down a dirt road just before Grecian Park Hotel and keep an eye out for the church, hidden somewhere in the rocky hills. An easy to spot it is to look out for the dome that sits onto of the cave. The sight is definitely worth it though as one can’t help but admire the small, tranquil church. A pathway leads up to its entrance and inside is a tiny worship spot with a few icons and places to sit which is a charming and peaceful sight even for non-religious visitors.
It is unclear when it was first built and it’s name, Saranta which is the Greek word for 40, is believed to derive from the forty stalagmites on the ceiling of the cave, linked to the 40 Martyrs of Sebaste.
Sculpture Park
Agia Napa Sea Caves
The Hidden Church
Walk among a beautiful sculpture park that overlooks the sea in Ayia Napa and displays works from fifty different artists.
The 20,000 square metre park offers a number of resting areas for visitors to enjoy the sculptures and take in sea views along the way. The growing collection is continually being added to. In 2015, a collection of artists from around the world created their sculptures on-site over a period of three weeks, turning the park into an open-air workshop.
The Park of Mediterranean Plants, Cacti and Succulents is an extension of the sculpture park. An ongoing project, this park showcases the various cacti and dried plant varieties of Cyprus.
The park is open from sunrise to sunset, all year round, and entrance is free.
Agia Napa Sea Caves
Agia Napa Sea Caves
Cape Greco National Park
A favourite spot in Ayia Napa has to be the sea caves just outside the busy resort center. A stunning, natural landmark along the coastline of Ayia Napa, the sea caves gather a large crowd all year round for its impressive rock formations and breath-taking sunsets.
The caves that fill the area, also known as Cape Greko, were formed by the erosion of rocks from waves crashing on the cliffs over the centuries. They can be explored carefully on foot or by sea since to reach some of them you have to swim. It’s advisable to wear appropriate shoes as they can be slippery and sharp.
Legend has it that the caves were used by pirates and smugglers of the Mediterranean to hide their treasures and store prohibited goods.
There’s one main cave that’s easily accessible and is a popular spot for pictures as it offers magnificent views of the caves and a serene place to briefly rest your feet. It’s also famous for newly-wed couples to take their wedding photos as the circular cave and blue waters make a beautiful backdrop.
Cape Greco National Park
Cape Greco National Park
Cape Greco National Park
If you’re looking to explore the coastal landscape of the island, head to the the Cavo Greko National Forest Park in Famagusta.
The park is made up of a bicycle track, a network of walking trails with a total length of 16 kilometres and natural landmarks such as the sea caves and the charming Chapel of Ayii Anargyroi where many weddings take place.
The area is covered in low vegetation, making it home to many mammals, such as foxes, hares and hedgehogs; reptiles such as snakes and lizards, and a large number of birds. The majority of birds are migratory, with five varieties and two endemic species – one of which is the Cyprus wheatear, a migrating bird that breeds on the island.
The waters are clear blue here so take the stairs and go down for a dip, while more adventurous swimmers can jump off the cliff. The park is ideal for a long walk or a bike ride with the Mediterranean Sea as a backdrop.
Visitors interested in learning about the wildlife in the area, can visit the Environmental Centre at the start of the park, made from repurposed metal.
Cyclops Nature Trail
Cape Greco National Park
11 villages to explore
The short trail begins at the Konnos Beach parking area and runs for approximately 1.7km along the rugged shoreline and is located in the Famagusta District, in the Cape Greco National Forest Park Nature Trail.
It is estimated to take approximately 45 minutes and the path passes through shrubby vegetation, until it reaches the naturally-formed Cyclops Cave.
The return route is on the same trail for about 250 metres. It then follows a downward path toward the beach and finally an uphill climb back to the starting point. All along the trail, there is a seamless view of the turquoise waters and golden sands of Konnos beach, as well as of the Ayioi Anargyroi church.
Plant-enthusiasts will be able to view coastal boxthorn, prickly burnets, Phoenician juniper trees, and acacia trees along the trail.
11 villages to explore
Cape Greco National Park
11 villages to explore
This spring travel to our picturesque villages. Pass by lively streets with lush vineyards, discover a series of charming wineries and quaint towns and stay in atmospheric agrotouristic inns with all the modern amenities!
An ideal destination, if you want to get the most out of the wine-touring experience, are the Limassol wine villages, which are famous for their enchanting landscapes and the excellent local wines. The route is particularly enjoyable, as you will find villages with traditional architecture and cobbled streets leading to well-known wineries.
Things to do and visit
Boats trips
From Golden Coast hotel harbour there are plenty of boats and trips, we particularly like the Little Yellow Boat Co.
To get to the harbour you can walk along the coastal path from the villa towards Pernera or drive to the Golden Coat hotel down the road and park your car in the marina.
Agia Napa Water Park
This is a must for the kids, great day out, easy to get to by car or bus. Try to get a discount ticket from a shop or supermarket
Wine & Tours
This winery is the closest to the house, it will need a car and PLEASE remember one of you has to drive and drink thawing by the pool later in the day!
Ocean Aquarium - Protoras
The Black Pearl
No matter what your age is a trip on the Black Pearl is a must for everyone
Mackenzie Beach
Ideal for the journey home or just for the day out. A long beach with bars and restaurants right next to the airport
Directions from the airport
The villa address is No26, Agios Nikolaos residences, Filippou 14, 5296 PARALIMNI
If you are taking a cab simply give the driver the above address, the normal charge is €60-70
We recommend that you hire a car at the airport as the overall charge is for a car when you take the cab charges off is nominal.
If you are hiring a car, the normal procedure is for the car hire company to pick you up in a mini bus and take you to their office where you are given a car.
The car pick up point varies depending on the company you use.
Once you have your car set your sat nav to Crystal Springs Beach Hotel
95, Vrysoudion Street, 5295.
Once you arrive at the driveway to the hotel there is a road running parallel to the right down to the sea. Take this road, half way down is a barrier on your right. We will give you the code for the barrier once you have booked and you then enter our complex. Once in the complex take the very first road on the left past the church, No26 is the house in front of you.
If you do not have a sat nav please follow these instructions carefully
From the car depot ask how to get onto the motorway to Ayia Napa
Once on the motorway follow signs to Lemesos / Paralimni / Ayia Nap. Stay on the motorway until it ends (45 mins of driving) DO NOT take any turn off just keep going long the motorway, imagine you are driving in the fast lane for 45 mins. The motorway is normally not very busy.
You will eventually come to the end of the motorway which has a big roundabout with boats on it.
Take the 1st exit and follow the signs to "Protoras"
Go straight over 1st mini roundabout - keep going straight
At the next roundabout (big with a metal wind pump in the middle) take the 2nd exit signposted to "Protoras"
You will eventually come to another roundabout, take the 2nd exit
Eventually after 3-4 mins driving you will come to a T junction
Turn left towards "Paralimni"
Take the first right (there is a business called "Star Homes" on the corner)
Keep looking on the left-hand side of the road and you will see a discount store take the next road on the left.
Follow the road down past a shop called "Just Scuba" on your right. At the bottom of the road is a hotel called "Golden Coast", the road bends sharply to the left, ensure you follow the road to the left and keep going.
Follow road until you see Crystal Springs Hotel about half a mile along the road on your right.
There is a small road on your right which is just before the entrance to Crystal Springs Hotel. Drive down the road which has small blue and white houses on your right
Halfway down the road on your right is an entrance to a new development of houses with a barrier called "Agios Nikolaos residences"
Go into the development - you will need the access code from us to open the barrier
Take the 1st left as you enter the development at the end of the road (which is a cul-de-sac) is our house - Number 26
Fun photos taken near the house
