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In this old villa we try to maintain a peaceful and natural
environment. We provide the amenities that guests expect to find in
a comfortable house, but at the same time we consciously steer away from others that
are not necessary and are burdensome to the environment.
On an island, such as Leros, where the sea is abundant and clean, and fresh
water during the summer months is in relatively limited supply, a hotel pool is
an environmentally unfriendly luxury.
We believe that air-conditioners are not necessary, because
the traditional construction of the house with the thick stone walls and seaweed
/ sand insulation of the roof keeps the interior cool, while the windows allow
for natural ventilation during the cooler evenings.
The absence of the air-conditioners' motors and compressors allows the guests
to enjoy the peace and quiet of the countryside, whether in their rooms or in
the garden. To maintain this precious peace and quiet we have not
installed televisions or radios in the rooms. For guests who must stay "in
touch", few TV sets are available upon request.
The peaceful surroundings and the house-like hospitality with our all-natural jams and marmalades, home-baked bread and
pastries, fresh juices, local fruits and eggs and the carefree and relaxing atmosphere
whisk our guests away from the pressures of everyday life.
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