Miriam’s Place is a homestead of 6000 m2 located in the tiny village of Ano Proespera on the north western side of Ikaria. At an altitude of 300 meters you can enjoy the gorgeous sea and mountain view, and amazing sunsets. The place is quiet and peaceful. Ideal to relax, de-stress and decompress from daily life, or simply to get inspired by the sounds, scents and vibes of nature. The temperate climate makes it a pleasant destination in each season of the year; not too hot during summer, not too cold during winter. The village is remote and secluded, yet close enough to everything you may need. Here you will definitely find your peace and quiet!
On the property there are two authentic Ikarian stone houses, an outdoor kitchen, a workshop, a root cellar, and a chicken coop. Everything is spread out over a large piece of land with organic vegetable and herb gardens, olive groves, an orchard and a vineyard. This ensures privacy and serenity.
As a guest you can use everything that grows on the land and, if you wish, you can help out with various agricultural and farming activities. When staying here you actually don’t have to leave the property because everything you need is here: food, wine, music, friendly people and animals, and a stress-free atmosphere.
A historical authentic Ikarian stone house from the pirate age, estimated around 400 years old, carefully renovated while preserving its original character.
An elegant traditional stone built house from the 1920’s, which sleeps up to 6 persons. The house consists of two rooms and a mezzanine.
Cooking with local products & produce from the garden
Hiking
Gardening
Stargazing
Wine tasting at the village winery
Visiting neighboring farms
Outdoor games
Depending on the season:
Summer vegetable gardening
Olive harvest
Grape harvest
Harvesting herbs & edible plants
Picking mushrooms
Miriam’s Place is available for small-scale celebrations, parties or get-togethers, workshops, seminars, musical performances etc.
The 6000m2 property can host up to 14 people in three separate houses and the fully-equipped outdoor kitchen can be used for catering.
What makes Ikaria so special and differentiates it from other islands is the people’s mentality, their extraordinary “filoxenia” (Greek hospitality), and their natural, stress-free way of life.
Ikaria is also listed as a “Blue zone”, one of the few regions of the world where inhabitants tend to live longer and healthier than average. The island has a rich variety of nature: sandy beaches, rocky mountains, forests, spectacular rock formations, lunar landscapes, waterfalls, and natural hot springs.
Ikaria is well-known for wine, honey, cheese, and not to forget, the traditional local fests, called “Panigiri”.
