Vedema Resort - Megalochori (Santorini)
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Vedema Resort Hotel
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Where it is: Megalochori,
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Open: 1 May to 15 October
Type: Village resort hotel
Number of rooms: 45
2 people/night: 375 to 3950 €
Why we like it: First class service, a way to stay in comfort in Santorini, away from crowds, exclusive and secluded
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OUR REVIEW
If there is a place in the world which is so powerful as a destination that it does not draw crowds, it cannot be on any "must visit"! If it is so unique and yet does not have that secluded, quiet and calm place to stay, an "oasis away from the temper and chatter of mankind" - then we do not know of it.
Eventually such grand destinations of the world as Santorini, must have a quality, unpretentious, hotel that allows you to leave the madding crowds behind clinging to the view, leaving them to the cafes and the shops day and night.
In Santorini it is Vedema. Secluded, quiet, calm - filled with service and quality.
After all, you can go to visit "The View" whenever you wish - someone will drive you so you can see and enjoy it for yourself - perhaps early morning or in the evening when the clamouring crowds depart, leaving the caldera and volcano view, just for you.
Vedema is the haven - the hotel resort in a village in the hills, above and beyond the trinket shops - preserving of your dignity, calm state, your energy and privacy.
Relax and dine at the masons'-gathering King-Arthur-like cave restaurant, swim, sleep, read, sip coffee and order an ice cream with fresh fruit salad by the small pool, the large pool or your own pool.
Vedema in Megalochori is like a walled garden in a village with flowers flourishing in colourful contrast to the volcanic rock walls and the white-sided cottages and buildings that make up the rooms, suites and the regal Presidential Villa. The villa was converted from a wealthy sea captain's home, which is worth affording if you choose to holiday with company beyond a small number and want a slightly more self contained, spiffingly luxurious stay. (The villa has seen several international celebrities call it home - as Vedema in general - as a more discreet way of being relaxed and unpestered while in Santorini).
Rooms and other suites are of a high standard - more cottage country home than sheer metallic marble & glass combinations and the friendlier and somehow more luxurious and relaxing for it.
Dramatically romantic and mysterious spa, endless guest services and dining experiences.
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THE APARTMENTS & RESIDENCES
Dorian Apartment: 50 sq. meters plus patio or terrace. Bedroom, living room, bathroom with shower. Terrace or patio with garden view. 21' TV - satellite channels, cd player, alarm clock. Bathrobes, slippers, bathroom amenities, hairdryer, make up mirror, in-room safe box, mini bar.
Athenian Apartment: 75 sq. meters plus patio or terrace. Two bedrooms, two bathrooms with shower, living room. Most suitable for families. Terrace with garden or sea view. 21' TV - satellite channels, cd player, alarm clock. Bathrobes, slippers, bathroom amenities, hairdryer, make up mirror, in-room safe deposit box, mini bar.
Aegean Residence: 60 sq. meters plus patio or terrace. Private outdoor whirlpool. Bedroom with four-poster bed, living room, bathroom with shower and hydro massage bathtub. 21” TV in living room & 14" TV in bedroom - satellite channels, DVD player, cd player, fridge, dinner table, alarm clock, walk-in closet, wooden floor in bedroom, marble floor in living room, fireplace, open air jacuzzi on the veranda, views to vineyards (some suites have also view to the sea in the distance). Bathrobes, slippers, bathroom amenities, hairdryer, make up mirror, in-room safe deposit box.
Olympian Villa: 70 sq. meters plus patio or terrace. Private outdoor pool. Bedroom with four-poster bed, living room, bathroom with shower and hydro massage bathtub. 21” TV in living room & 14" TV in the bedroom - satellite channels, DVD player, cd player, fridge, dinner table, alarm clock, walk-in closet, wooden floor in the bedroom, marble floor in living room, fireplace, private heated pool with hydro-massage on the courtyard, view to the sea and vineyards. Bathrobes, slippers, bathroom amenities, hairdryer, make up mirror, in-room safe deposit box.
Presidential Villa: 170 sq. meters plus patio or terrace. Private dining in the living room or on the terrace. Whirlpool and exclusive private heated pool. Decorated by the well-known Aggelos Aggelopoulos. 3 bedrooms with remote-control adjustable beds & 3 marble bathrooms with hydro massage bathtubs.
A/C, Plasma 32” TV in living room, 25" TV in bedrooms, DVD player, cd player, fully equipped kitchen with fridge, dinner table, alarm clock, hair dryer, make up mirror, walk in closets, wood floor in the bedroom, stone floors in living room.
Open-air Jacuzzi. Views to sea, village, sea and vineyards. Antique and island-style furniture.
FEATURES/FACILITIES IN ALL ROOMS & SUITES
Direct-line telephone, data port, internet connection, individually controlled air-conditioning. Twice daily maid service. Welcome spread includes a bottle of white Santorini wine and a basket of fresh fruit.
FACILITIES & SERVICES
Private beach (across the island) with shuttle service to take you there - beach bar, sun beds, umbrellas and towel service. Picnic on the beach.
Mountain bikes provided by the hotel free of charge.
Sailing boat for volcano tours. Speed boat for visits to other islands nearby. Tennis court 500 m. away. Water sports. Guided tours to Akrotiri archaeology, wineries. Wine-tasting at the hotel.
Baby-sitting upon request. Boutique Shop. - Private meetings, functions and gatherings can be arranged.
Spa - minimalist, Cycladic style and wide array of traditional therapies to stimulate, re-balance, soothe, and renew.
Fully equipped Fitness center featuring Cybex equipment.
Sauna and Turkish bath facilities.
‘Vinsanto’ Restaurant & Lounge, creative Mediterranean cuisine - in a 400-yeas old winery or at the open-air dining area surrounded by authentic black volcanic stones.
‘Pergola’ Pool Restaurant and bar - enjoy views of Megalohori, vineyards and the sea.
Buffet breakfast is served in the morning, extensive variety of Greek and international dishes can be enjoyed at any time during the day.
‘Prive’ Dinning Room, offers luxury dinning in a cozy private area in the wine cellar.
‘Canava’ Wine Bar, carved out of the Thiran earth, 400 years, in a catacomb in the middle of Vedema Resort - wine tastings.
‘Pool Bar’ .
‘Vinsanto’ Lounge Bar, stylish bar on the roof-top of the old winery - for cocktails, finger-food and a wide selection of wines.
‘Jacuzzi Bar’, next to the Open-air Jacuzzi -fresh juices and fruit in this cozy niche while laying back in hammocks or sun-beds among olive and pistachio trees.
DISTANCES
Athinios port (ferry landing) - 5 km.
Airport - 8 km.
Fira - 7.3 km.
Oia - 18.3 km. Ammoudi harbour - 20.1 km.
Firostefani - 8.3 km. Imerovigli - 9 km.
Akrotiri archaeological site - 6.6 km. Red beach 7.5 km.
Perissa (black) beach - 7.2 km Kamari beach - 7.7 km.
Renting a car is recommended if you plan to explore the island.
RATES 2010
(rates include our Superb, All-questions-answered Personal service)
| Period |
1 May to 31 May &
1 to 15 October |
1 to 30 June &
1 to 30 September |
1 July to 31 August |
| Dorian Apartment |
375 euros |
490 euros |
610 euros |
| Athenian Apartment |
550 euros |
675 euros |
795 euros |
| Aegean Residence |
615 euros |
740 euros |
865 euros |
| Olympian Villa |
925 euros |
1075 euros |
1225 euros |
| Presidential Villa |
2750 euros |
33250 euros |
3950 euros |
Rates are per house, per night.
They include breakfast, air conditioning , all taxes, transfers to/from the airport or port, to private beach and town on pre-scheduled times.
Children in baby cot: 50 euros/night.
Extra bed/person: 120/140/160 euros/night in low/mid/high season respectively.
Pets up to 5 kilos: 50 euros/night, with full board.
MINIMUM STAY: 2-5 nights, depending on season.
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