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Location: This traditional stone house has lovely views over the roof tops of houses and the church bell tower towards the sea and across the surrounding countryside to the mountains. The house is centrally located in the village of Madena alongside the main square. The village square has a kafeneon / shop which is a focal point for this working village. Madena is also on the bus route to the town of Messini where connections via bus and train will take you anywhere in Greece. Messini is 5 minutes drive by car.

The town of Messini is to be found 10km south west of Kalamata city and with a population of 7000 people is the second largest town in Messinia. Messini has many modern amenities such as various shops, supermarkets, hotels, restaurants and bars. It also has numerous banks, pharmacies, general practitioners, dentists and a health centre. Sports facilities include a national football field and a variety of gymnasiums.

Kalamata International Airport is 20 minutes drive by car. There are direct charter flights from most European countries form April to October as well as internal flights all year round to Athens by way of daily scheduled flights. Alternatively you can drive (260km) or take an air-conditioned coach from Kalamata to the bus station at Kifissos (2 3/4 hours).

The closest beach is Analypsi, 3km drive away, which has been awarded the Blue Flag of Europe for its 20km of sandy shoreline which extends from Kalamata through Bouka (Messini), Velika (where there are plans for a new marine and board walk), Rizomilo (where there are plans for a 9 hole golf course, 15 minutes by car) and beyond to the town of Petalidi.

The recently opened international 18 hole championship golf course at Romanou is only 50 minutes drive by car from this house. A second golf course near Pylos will be opening in 2011 and is only 35 minutes drive by car.

The house: This charming stone house was originally built in 1840 and is 170 years old. The house is a total of 166m2 on two floor a of 83m2 each floor. The house benefits from recent renovation work to the stone walls which are 80cm thick. The property also has a new roof, double glazed windows with shutters and large wrap around balconies to the side and rear.

The first floor: Currently there is one large room which could provide accommodation for a two bedroom apartment (pipe work is already in place for kitchen, bathroom and central heating) or simply house bedrooms and bathroom for a large family home. The wooden floor needs to be replaced. A chimney has been installed ready for a fireplace to be fitted.

The ground floor; is also one large room which could provide accommodation for a two bedroom apartment (pipe work is already in place for kitchen, bathroom and central heating) or the living room, dining room and kitchen for a large family home. The ceiling needs to be replaced. The ground floor already has a raised living area with a stone fireplace.

The Plot: The house is set in a plot of 1000m2 and has outbuildings total 25m2. Undercover there is a tradition Greek kitchen and dining area overlooking a well kept flower garden. There is also a small courtyard and bathroom, (stairs leading to upper floor and door to the garage.) The garage is currently being used as a bedroom. The lower part of the garden is laid with gravel and has a storage shed and wood store. Beyond this is a vegetable garden and area which is currently used for keeping chickens which could be converted into an area for private parking. Electricity, water, telephone and septic tank are connected.

The house would require approximately €30-€40,000 to finish it depending on the new owners requirements.

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