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    Kinsterna Hotel

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    A cradle of traditions & heritage

    To the south-west of the fortified town of Monemvasia, in the southern Peloponnese, lies a tastefully restored country residence. The Kinsterna Hotel houses 50 accommodations: 28 rooms located within the old Byzantine manor house itself, 20 residences in adjacent units and 2 villas with swimming pools. Throughout, the decoration blends architectural elements inherited from the past with contemporary amenities. Across its 10 hectares of fertile land, as was done in the past and to the great delight of its guests, the hotel produces wine, olive oil, Greek eau-de-vie and traditional bread. At the gourmet Sterna restaurant, you can sample fine, imaginative Mediterranean cuisine. At lunchtime, sit down at the Mouries to gaze out at the sea while savouring fresh, local dishes, or, in the warm season, treat yourself to an authentic break nestled in the greenery of the Taverna Linos. Kinsterna is also the pleasure of swimming in spring water thanks to the property's two pools. Adults will also appreciate the spa facilities, which include a hammam, jacuzzi and treatment rooms with Ottoman scents. At any time of day, the peaceful Kinsterna estate, planted with cypresses and eucalyptus trees, invites you to take a stroll while enjoying superb views of the Aegean Sea and the medieval rock of Monemvasia.

    STYLE

    A charming Byzantine-era country house set within a 10-hectare estate

    SITUATION

    In Agios Stefanos, 7 km south of the Monemvasia rock, in the southern Peloponnese

    CAPACITY

    28 Rooms, 20 spacious Residences & 2 luxury Villas

    HIGHLIGHTS

    Hosts have the opportunity to take part in the estate's traditional activities (vineyards, olives, honey, bread, etc.)

    Kinsterna Hotel

    Kinsterna Hotel

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    Kinsterna Hotel

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    Kinsterna Hotel

    Kinsterna Hotel

    Kinsterna Hotel

    Kinsterna Hotel

    Kinsterna Hotel

    THE EXPERIENCES

    • Private boat excursion to the beaches and Monemvasia
    • Private wine tasting from the estate
    • Traditional cooking class with a chef
    • Horse and bicycle rides, guided walks, fishing
    • Traditional oven-baked bread workshop
    • Guided tour of the estate's vineyards and participation in the harvest and pressing
    • Discovery of olive oil production on the estate
    • Artisanal soap-making workshop
    • Discovery of Tsipouro distillation (local spirit)

    THE EXTRAORDINARY

    Kinsterna is an estate rich in history. Just a few steps from the hotel, the remains of a fortress dating back to 250 BC have been uncovered. Although no written records have yet been discovered to determine the exact origins of the residence, experts have been able to date the building's lintels to the 17thth and the 18thth century. The U-shaped layout of the estate and its elevated position on a hill suggest that Kinsterna had a defensive role in medieval times. In 2006, a team of enthusiasts set about restoring the residence, while preserving its historical heritage and traditions.

    ETHICS

    Kinsterna Hotel has held the Green Key label since 2016 for its commitment to more sustainable tourism. The label is structured around some sixty criteria encompassing water, energy and waste management; responsible purchasing; the living environment and more. In particular, Kinsterna has successfully revived the estate's ancestral activities, such as wine and olive oil production, while respecting sustainable production methods. The vegetable garden, replanted fruit trees and optimised management of water resources enable the hotel to move towards food self-sufficiency.