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Welcoming house in Medieval Town

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Terrace With a View on the first floor
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Rhodes, South Aegean
  • Rhodes Port
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Palace of the Grand Master of the Knights of Rhodes
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Mandraki Port
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Rhodes (RHO-Diagoras)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Welcoming house in Medieval Town

Welcome to our place which is located right next to St. Athanasius gate. You are now in the “Turkish neighborhood” which is one of the many cross cultural neighborhoods of the Old Town. Here you will have the chance to live in a traditional restored medieval home.

The Garden
The oasis like green and luscious garden with citrus trees, bougainvillea and other plants will help you capture the magic essence of the Mediterranean atmosphere. The high stone walls surrounding the garden offer privacy and tranquility. There is a private courtyard fully equipped for dinning and relaxing. You can also enjoy the outdoors BBQ. The large bitter orange tree with the built-in stone benches around is the right place for your breakfast in the morning shade. Tables and director's chairs complete the comfortable scene.

The House
A two storey home features a bedroom with a double bed, and a bathroom in each floor.
The ground floor consists of a dining room fully furnished with air condition and a bedroom with double bed, closet, drawers and fan. Also here you will find the fully equipped kitchen with electric cooking range and oven, dishwasher, fridge freezer, toaster, boiler and coffee machine. There is also a bathroom with a shower and a washing machine. In the cozy living room there is a sofa bed, a flat screen TV with Satellite, DVD player and a ceiling fan.
On the first floor there is a bedroom with double bed, bedside tables and closet, en-suite bathroom (WC &shower) and a beautiful terrace offering a panoramic view of the historical medieval walls. It is equipped with sun beds and sun umbrella, an idyllic place for soaking up the sun or enjoying the night sky.
Our home can accommodate up to 5 people. We provide all necessary linen and towels. Hot water supply is constant, powered by solar energy. All windows and doors have insect protection net. There are also ironing facilities, Fire extinguisher, First Aid Kit and a safe. It is available on request a cot and a highchair for a baby.

Transportation
Just outside the Gate of St. Athanasius, (2 min. walk) ,there is a taxi station and a bus station (suburban & urban) leading you to the beaches and beyond. There is also free parking space available right next to St. Athanasius gate.

The neighborhood
Our home is located in a quiet neighborhood near the center, while also sheltered from the noise of the city. All sights of the Old Town, monuments, museums, shopping market, pharmacy and entertainment district with taverns, restaurants and bars, are within a 5 - 10 minute walk from the house. In the picturesque streets surrounding the house you will find monuments, mini markets, bakeries, tourist’s accommodations, souvenir shops, and the red light houses, all coexisting in harmony. After all, it is this colorful blend of different cultures that form the unique flavor of this town.

Before your arrival we will send you detailed information on how to reach the house.Inside the house you'll find a Welcoming basket and a manual full of information and tips for your stay.

Please let us know if you have any special requirement and we will do our best to accommodate it.
Thank you for your interest in our home!

You can also check out our second house in this listing :

https://www.homeaway.co.uk/p3944129

Property manager

Dora Zakopoulou
Premier Host

Languages

English, Greek, Spanish
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children welcome
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Pets not allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 00001916802

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Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Rhodes

Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Rhodes Old Town, a neighbourhood in Rhodes. While the natural beauty of Elli Beach and Kallithea Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Rhodes Port. Travelling with kids? Consider Water Park Faliraki, or check out an event or a game at Diagoras Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating, fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Rhodes, South Aegean

What's nearby

  • Rhodes Port - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Palace of the Grand Master of the Knights of Rhodes - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Mandraki Port - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Rhodes Casino - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Acropolis of Rhodes - 6 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Rhodes (RHO-Diagoras) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Socratous Garden - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Romeo - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Old Town Corner Bakery Shop - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hermes Grillhouse Salad bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Yiannis - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcoming house in Medieval Town pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Welcoming house in Medieval Town?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Welcoming house in Medieval Town?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcoming house in Medieval Town?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Welcoming house in Medieval Town located?

This family-friendly Rhodes holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Hammam Turkish Baths and Rhodes Port. Andreas Papandreou Park and Old Town Aquarium are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 45 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laetitia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely house

This is a charming house with a beautiful garden.Rosa is very kind and reactive, excellent communication with her.The place is also very well located to visit the town by walk.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keely C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little hideaway

Loved our stay here, ideally situated and a lovely house. Plenty of places to sit outside for sun lovers or to chill in the shade. Cost and comfy home from home
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in Rhodes town

This property was ideally located for all the attractions in the old town, as well as the harbour and beaches. It's a very old house, so has its quirks, but we found it perfect for our needs, especially with the surprisingly large and quiet outdoor space. Rosa was very responsive to any questions we had.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Medieval Old Town Traveler

Our return visit to this extraordinary medieval old town was memorable.The property was very comfortable and inviting. The roof top ταράτσα was the perfect spot for breakfast, dinner and drinks or just a beautiful skyline with a cool island breeze. The garden area was nicely shaded and private. Day trips throughout the island (w/rental car) were enjoyed from this location. We look forward to our return one day to this historic site.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Very comfortable house. It is a little away from the heart of the tourist throng which was great, but still only a few minutes walk to all of the attractions. Our host, Rosa, was wonderful. Extremely helpful and responded immediately to any questions. There is a delightful garden with 2 outdoor eating spots. Thoroughly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A haven in Rhodes Old Town

This is an amazing place to stay within the walls of Rhodes Old Town. The location is wonderful and the two storey old house with garden and two bathrooms is a little paradise. It is clean and well provisioned for self catering and Rosa was a delightful host. Highly recommended!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A delightful oasis in Rhodes

The property, a nicely renovated two storey home in the Turkish Quarter of Rhodes old Town, is set in a delightful walled garden perfect for relaxing in after a day of sightseeing. The roof terrace is an added bonus. The house has everything needed for a comfortable stay and is well situated in a quieter part of the old town. Rosa was a charming and attentive host and quickly responded to any questions we had. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane J., Melbourne, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay in Old Town Rhodes

Rosa is a very friendly, helpful and really nice host for this lovely comfortable house, in a quiet neighbourhood, inside the city walls of Old Town Rhodes. Everything you need is provided and there is a lovely garden to enjoy. All the major sites of this wonderful historic town are close, the archeological museum is a must-visit and don’t forget its gardens for more treasures. Island buses are not far away as is the port for visiting nearby islands, or reaching Lindos by boat. This was our second stay, really like Rhodes - highly recommended
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Agata H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable, convenient, and roomy.

We stayed for a week in this lovely house in the historic city. The rooms are clean, nicely furnished, and comfortable for our family of five. It was quiet inside and had a beautiful garden with a table for eating outside. The terrace balcony upstairs was a nice place to have coffee in the morning. The host provided everything we needed for washing clothes and dishes and she was always available to help and offer recommendations. I would not hesitate to stay there again and recommend this house to anyone visiting Rhodes.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Volker S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place!

Location is brilliant, inside the town walls yet close enough to St Athanasios Gate / San Francisco for local buses and larger shops outside the old town. The house is well equipped with everything you need and Rosa was super friendly and helpful with all the enquiries one has not knowing the area. It's a 25 minutes walk to Zefyros beach, which is much nicer (and cheaper!) than Elli beach and the way there goes past a pretty large Kritikos supermarket. A minimarket, a small bakery, and a few bars and restaurants are literally around the corder within the old town. We really enjoyed our stay and can highly recommed the house!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judith H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful ancient City experience.

We loved the location of this quirky, colourful house in a corner of the walled City with small shops close by and yet close to one of the gates for accessing car and new town. (Supermarket and fruit and veg shop outside were just 15 minutes walk away there) Rosa met us outside gate and was waiting patiently, while we got a bit lost, to help us drag our bags over a very short distance of cobbled lanes and then show us everything in her family home that we needed to know. The house had everything we needed, though we didn't cook much as there were so very many restaurants within minutes and we wanted to try as many as possible. We had to contact Rosa a few times during our two weeks with little queries about the area and she always answered immediately and was immensely friendly and helpful. She also allowed us to stay in house after normal check out time on our last day because we had a late flight home. We used the sunny roof terrace quite a lot and enjoyed our breakfast there, but imagine that the beautiful walled garden and it's shady areas would be fabulous in hotter months. At night by closing wooden shutters the bedrooms became very dark and quiet which was great for sleeping well and both beds were very comfortable. We adored the old Town's impressive fortifications, huge moat and cobbled alleys and had our favourite meals/drinks at Mangos, Ouzokafenes, Socrateous gardens and Romeos, as well as places in other areas on our travels around the island including a small hillside taverna in Appollina village, where we ate with all locals celebrating May Day and where the Chef is passionate about local organic produce. We found the people in Rhodes to be polite, welcoming, warm, kind, friendly and interested and had many great conversations about life there. It was very hard to leave Secret Garden house and we would most definitely go back. Thank you Rosa!
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Norbert W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rhodos im Frühling

Wir haben den Urlaub sehr genossen Hervorzuheben ist der erstklassige Service und die freundliche Herzlichkeit der Vermieterin. Die Wohnung entsprach der Beschreibung, wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vera B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Leben wie in längst vergangener Zeit mit dem Komfort von heute. Sehr empfehlenswert!

Wir waren eine Woche in Rhodos-Altstadt und haben den Aufenthalt direkt im alten Ortskern sehr genossen. Wunderschöner gemütlicher Garten mit Zitronenbäumen, von denen wir auch die eine oder andere heruntergefallene Frucht verzehrt haben. Trotz der direkten Innenstadtlage war es sehr ruhig (durch die Gasse fahren nicht mal Mopeds) und die vielen, sehr guten Restaurants sind sogar in weniger wie 5 Minuten erreichbar. Wir lieben einen Urlaub in einer Ferienwohnung oder einem Haus (statt eines Hotels mit evlt. HP oder AI) und genießen die wirklich tolle Auswahl an Essensmöglichkeiten und die Gastfreundschaft der Griechen. Die Vermieterin Rosa ist äußerst nett und jederzeit per WhatsApp oder Telefon erreichbar. Wir haben uns in dieser einen Woche nur einmal einen Roller gemietet, um uns die Umgebung ein bisschen anzuschauen, in der Stadt benötigt man kein Auto. Wir haben allerdings noch eine zweite Woche in Rhodos Süden verbracht, für diese Zeit hatten wir vor Ort ein sehr günstiges Auto in der Nähe des Flughafens gemietet. Alles in allem ein tolles Erlebnis, ein bisschen wie leben in vergangener Zeit mit dem Komfort von heute, sehr empfehlenswert!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Zentrale und dennoch sehr ruhige Lage in der Altstadt

Wir wurden sehr freundlich empfangen und zum Haus begleitet. Sowohl auf der Dachterrasse als auch im Garten kann man sehr gut entspannen. Im Haus ist alles wichtige vorhanden.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

chantal C., GAGNY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Un sejour inoubliable

Si vous etes amateurs de petits villages pitoresques ne cherchez pas ailleurs! Le vieux Rhodes est juste magnifique et la maison parfaite et pleine de charme. L'accueil de Dora, ses indications pour simplifier et rendre notre séjour le plus agréable possible, sa discrète mais efficace disponibilité, ont fini de rendre notre séjour inoubliable! Nous reviendrons dès que possible!!!!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anita R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wunderbare Tage

Wir haben die Woche in der Altstadt von Rhodos sehr genossen, die Ferienwohnung war optimal für uns. Den Garten haben wir sehr viel benutzt, schöne und friedliche Lesestunden dort verbracht.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandra H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ein schöner Ort für den Aufenthalt in/auf Rhodos

Nach einer entspannten Buchung & Kommunikation mit Dora & Rosa konnten wir 14 Tage einen wunderschönen Urlaub auf Rhodos genießen. Wir haben immer einen Parkplatz vor dem Altstadttor gefunden. Bei unserer Ankunft hat uns Rosa schon erwartet & uns sogar bei unserem Gepäck geholfen. Das Haus & der Garten sind wunderschön und durch die perfekte Lage am Rand der Altstadt ein idealer Ausgangspunkt, um abends die vielen, leckeren Tavernen & Bars zu erkunden. Wie schon einige in den Rezensionen erwähnten, stören die anliegenden ‚Etablissements‘ überhaupt nicht. Es stehen genügend frische Handtücher & Bettwäsche zur Verfügung. Von der Dachterrasse hat man eine wundervolle Sicht. Rosa ist eine zuvorkommende Gastgeberin. Wir können die Unterkunft wärmstens weiterempfehlen. Efcharistó, Rosa - für die tolle Zeit, die wir in deiner Unterkunft verbringen konnten.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Old town was very interesting and Welcoming House was in a great location from which to walk it. Good to be fairly close to a gate, as pulling luggage across the old cobble stones wasn't as bad as it could have been. Loved the garden area and the hosts were so nice...even met us at the gate to guide into the place.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anja S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Toller Urlaub

Wir waren eine Woche in dem zauberhaften Appartement von Dora und Rosa, Beide Damen sind ausgesprochen freundlich und hilfsbereit. Die Lage ist fantastisch, nicht weit zum Parkplatz (Autofreie Altstadt) und mittendrin. Läden und Restaurants alle fussläufig und die Altstadt selbst ist wirklich wunderschön. Liebe Dora, liebe Rosa, herzlichen Dank!
Stayed 9 nights in May 2022

6/10 Okay

dietmar h.

Liked: Check-in, location

Schöner Garten

Es gehört einiges erneuert z.b die Matratzen aber alles in allem war es ok
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Oleksiy I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience all around!!)))

We stayed as a family of 5, with three kids aged 14, 9 and 4. Awesome little house right within Old Town walls, great garden with flowers and fruit trees! Best of all, though, is Rosa - the de-facto host! She was a blessing in disguise, helping out on everything from a celebratory bouquet to taxis, travel guidance, and all the little things we needed along the way)) Rosa, a hug from us all - you made our stay a resounding success))) one little minor issue - the place doesn't have a microwave, which could come in real handy with kids. Other than that - top grade, if you're looking for a cozy stay within a walking distance from literally everything in Old Town and a minute walk to the taxis and buses!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great garden apartment in fabulous location

All amenities were close by and yet the apartment was a tranquil retreat right in the middle of the medieval old town. The garden was a wonderful addition to the rental and it was so nice to wake up and have breakfast outside. The apartment had everything we needed and the owner was extremely helpful and kind. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sven B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Schöne Lage in Rhodos Altstadt

Sehr netter Kontakt und Empfang durch Vermieterin Rosa. Kurze Wege zu Tavernen und Ausgangspunkt zu weiteren Unternehmungen. Schöner Garten zum Entspannen unter Zitronen-und Orangenbäumen. Top Lage!
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

KARL-HEINZ L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Entspannter Urlaub mitten in historischer Altstadt

Das historische Haus und der Garten wurde liebevoll renoviert und möbliert und entspricht den Fotos. Rosa die Vermieterin ist sehr bemüht und zuvorkommend und war uns bei allen Dingen behilflich insbesondere bei unserem Problem mit den Motorollern. Wir haben den großen Garten und die Terrasse sehr genossen. Es gibt in Rhodos einen super Fischmarkt in dem wir die Fische zum Grillen im Garten geholt haben. Das Nachtleben mit Bars und Clubs ist auch schnell erreicht. Alles im Haus ist funktionsfähig und sehr sauber.Zusätzliche Handtücher und Bettwäsche wurde auch kostenfrei zur Verfügung gestellt.Nochmals Dank an Rosa für den schönen Urlaub
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nick R., Lichfield

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful rustic house in great location.

Relaxing stay in house located within town walls, good comms from the owners throughout.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2020

About the host

Hosted by Dora Zakopoulou

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Hi my name is Dora. I am from Greece and I am the owner of these two lovely houses called "Secret Garden Residence". I feel fortunate to live in a place like Medieval Rhodes town, where simply walking out of your door you can experience a travel in the past but in a contemporary way. I love traveling and hosting people in our houses. Everyone is welcome to our homes!

Why they chose this property

You will get to live in the medieval town of Rhodes in a fully renovated traditional home with a private luscious garden. We have free street parking right next to our home and you will be just 5 minutes away on foot from all the iconic monuments of the Medieval town,while enjoying our quiet residential neighborhood.

Languages:

English, Spanish, Greek

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