The Lost Unicorn
Just perfect : The large sitting room, the quirky décor, the kindness of the owners, the elegant meals.
Less so : The bedrooms are on the small side, but they are light and airy.
Just perfect : The large sitting room, the quirky décor, the kindness of the owners, the elegant meals.
Less so : The bedrooms are on the small side, but they are light and airy.
Prices in Euro per room per night (taxes included)
Breakfast is included in the prices
The prices are valid until 31 December 2010, but may be subject to change – please verify prices when you make your reservation
Where else would you find the Lost Unicorn but hidden behind the village square with the, reputedly, oldest and largest plane tree in Greece? The tranquil platia of Agia Paraskevi in Tsangarada, famous for its magnificent 1000-year-old tree (with a perimeter of about 17 m!), is an enchanting spot, and provides the perfect setting for this small and homey hotel. The century-old building isn’t quite as grand as most historic Pelion mansions, but inside it is absolutely lovely. It first started operating as a hotel in the 1950s and even though it closed its doors twenty years later, it never quite lost the feel of an old-fashioned hotel.
But be prepared: with the exception of the original terrazzo flooring there is little that is typical Greek or even Mediterranean about it – in fact, it looks more like an elegant British country-house hotel. And to some extent, that is just what it is. It was bought in 1995 by a British-American pair, who filled the large living and dining room, the library, as well as the (smallish) bedrooms with gleaming English Victorian antiques, and served their guests English breakfast and afternoon tea with scones. Nine years later they sold the house and all of its contents to a young British-Greek couple, who decided to continue in the same spirit, while adding a fresh dose of enthusiasm. Clare and Christos receive their guests as friends, spoiling them with excellent breakfasts (you can choose between full English or scrambled eggs with smoked salmon), high teas, drinks by the open roaring fire or on the flowered terrace, and wonderful three-course dinners.
Open
At weekends and holiday period from October – April & every day in the summer
Rates
From 60 Euro
For further information regarding rates and booking periods please go to the tab ''On line booking''.
Rooms
8 doubles
Breakfast
From 9.00 to 11.00 (or later…)
Restaurant
Yes. The menu includes starters, salads, main courses and desserts.
There is also a comprehensive wine list and well stocked bar. Tea, coffee and drinks are available throughout the day.
Notes
Not suitable for young children
Dogs not allowed
Parking in the street at 50 m
Room facilities
En-suite shower
Telephone
Television
Hairdryer
Tea and coffee making facilities
Other facilities
Large sitting room with a fireplace
Dining room
Library
Garden
Distances
Airport: 90 km
Sea: 7 km
Beach: 7 km
Shops: mini market two minutes by foot
Restaurant: few minutes by foot
Nearest town: Volos, 55 km
How to get there
The easiest way to reach Tsangarada is to follow signs for Southern Pelion from Volos. You drive along the coastal road for about 20 km and continue following signs for Neohori and Tsangarada. Tsangarada consists of four small communities. The Lost Unicorn is in Agia Paraskevi, and it is signposted from the main road. When you reach the square, continue along the cobbled lane past the church and leave your car at the end. The Lost Unicorn is about 50 m to your left.
Activities
Pelion is an all-year-round destination. During the summer, there are many gorgeous beaches to choose from, while in the winter you can try out the Pelion ski centre. And of course throughout the year, there is walking; in fact there is no better way to explore Tsangarada than by foot. If you want to make sure you get to see the most beautiful, hidden spots you can sign up for a guided walk organised by the Pelion Footprints Walking Club..
On the square of a very quiet village, surrounded by greenery

