The villa has all the luxuries of home with beautiful Egyptian cotton bedding and the most comfortable beds we could find in Cyprus. Outside the private heated pool, beautifully maintained gardens and decked dinning area with infloor lighting overlooking the Paphos coast is just stunning, an area created for your holiday enjoyment.

Villa Hunter is within walking distance of Tala village square which has several traditional tavernas and a local bar. Tala, often discribed as the Beverley Hills of Cyprus, is a mix of local traditional Cypriot life , expats and large holiday villas set on the hills over looking Paphos & Coral Bay. It provides excellant local facilities with 2 bars the wonderful walled gallery wine bar, and 5 local tavernas offering freshly cooked and locally sourced meat ,fish and Mezze.

Traditional Cypriot entertainment is available on some evenings while the Cypriot easter festivities are not to be missed. The lovely blend of traditional life in Tala makes for an unforgettable holiday experience.

To make the most of your trip a car is essential. there are many great places to visit , the historical momuments of the Tomb of the Kings, Tala Monastery,plus some fantastic local fishing villages with great tavernas or a visit to mount Olympus and the lovely village of Platres along the way. The sandy blue flag beach of Coral Bay is a short drive down the hill and Paphos town only 8 mins away with a local market so designer shops and a lovely harbour and waterfront. Paphos has some upbeat night life with many bars and international restaurants ( See our recommendations)

3 championship golf courses are within easy driving range. We have golf clubs available at the villa by arrangement and i can help with advise on booking and playing the local courses. Aphrodite Hills is one not to miss for the keen golfer while the spa there is also a relaxing day out. There are many local vineyards to visit especially around Kathikas. Whether it's a day on the beach , shopping in Town or lunch at a quite fish tavernas in St George everything is possible from your base in Tala. In the summer months the hills of Tala are cooler than the coastal areas below being above the humidity level and offering a colling sea breeze. So once you have had a great day or night out you will enjoy relaxing back in the peace and luxeuy of villa Hunter and the Tala area.

The accommodation.

Our new boutigue designer villa provides all you need for a relaxing stay including a private heated pool,satellite TV,Plasma Tv,Home cinema system, Ipod dock and all the games,toys and films that will ensure you and the family have a relaxing holiday with a home from home fell.For the golfers ther are 2 sets of Calloway golf clubs available for a day out on the course or paphos driving range.We can also he plan and organise any oif your golf requirements.The villa has 3 large bedrooms the master having a hugh queensize,dressing room and en-suite with a walkin wet room shower. The verandah enjoys beautiful panaramic views towards the coast and behind to the mountains, a great place to relax sunbath or enjoy the romantic sunset. The second bedroom has a kingsize bed and the 3 bedroom 2 single beds.A travel cot is available if required.The house bathroom is beautifully tiled with a bath and shower.The villa is just 1 of 3 large front line villas over looking the Paphos coast , quite , peacefull yet only a few minutes walk to the village.

Outside Outside there is a lovely shaded verandah with an ouside sofa for a relaxing drink watching the sun set over the Coral Bay caost line. The beautiful gardens have some amazing plants, Jasmine, a large Tropical palm tree and some lovely plans on the terrance in front of the villa. The smell of jasmine is amazing while there is always a beautifull array of scented plants that flower throughout the year There are 6 sunbeds, a traditional cypriot BBQ and a decked chill out area.The deck has a table a seating for 6 with a large sunshade.Out door lighting around the gardens and in the ground around the deck make for a very special evening feel. . The 8m x 4m heated pool is a real must outside the main summer months ensuring you can have a night under the stars and a midnight dip. The villa enjoys 360degree views with the mediterranean sea to the south and the hills to the north providing a special back drop to your exclusive holiday villa and Tala village.

Prices

Rental periods Per week November - 19 December 2009 £595 20 December 2009 - 2 January 2010 £695 3 January - 10 February 2010 £595 11 February - 1 May 2010 £695 2 May - 16 July 2010 £795 17 July - 1 September 2010 £1050 2 September - 1 November 2010 £749 2 November 2010 - 3 January 2011 £695

Notes on prices Prices are for the property per week in UK pounds. Golf club hire FOC by arrangement. Pool heating £50 per week. Air-conditioning £25 per week. Welcome packs by arrangement. Children's cot by arrangement. Final clean payable locally 50 euros. Special honeymoon packages available please let us know your requirements. Please Note there is a £150 refundable security deposit to add to each booking.(Refunded with 14 days on return) We were fully booked again in 2009 book early for 2010.

Changeover day No specific change over day.

Accommodation

Bedrooms: 2 kingsize bedrooms, 1 twin room. All are huge rooms with Bo Concept furniture. Master bedroom has a huge queensize bed, en-suite wet room, walk-in wardrobe and veranda with table, chairs and sunbeds for that romantic sunset and amazing views. Stunning! Bathrooms: The villa has 1 main bathroom with bath and shower. There is an en-suite wet room from the mater bedroom with walk-in shower.

Downstairs there is an extra toilet and wash room. Kitchen: The beautiful handmade kitchen has everything you need with black granite work tops and breakfast bar. Cooker, halogen hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, iron. There is plenty of cooking utensils and crockery including out door picnic sets.

Utility Room: Store room off the kitchen. We have 2 sets of Calloway golf clubs for the use of our guests free of charge by arrangement. You will also find various pool and beach toys for your use.

Living Rooms: Satellite TV with live premiership football , home cinema surround sound music system, DVD, CD, IPOD speaker dock, PS2 with 2 controllers. There are a selection of CDs, Various films on DVD and PS2 games for your enjoyment.

Other: The dining area has a round Bo Concept table with high back leather chairs seating 6. There is a beautiful sideboard with lamp and music system. You will find in the villa lots of infomation about places to visit and also our favourite restaurants. Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: All rooms have air-conditioning which will also heat the house in the winter. House towels provided but please bring your own beach towels. All linen is the finest Egyptian cotton for a very luxurious and special holiday experience.

Coast/Beach The village of Tala has often been described as the Beverly Hills of Cyprus. It has a beautiful mix of traditional Cypriot life, and large holiday villas set on the hills over looking Paphos and Coral Bay. It provides excellent facilities with 2 bars, the wonderfull gallery wine bar and 5 local tavernas offering freshly cooked traditional meat, fish and mezze from locally prioduced produce. Most of the Tavernas are located around Tala village square which is the centre for most local activity.

Golf Having played all the golf courses in the local area we can help with all your golfing arrangements. The house has 2 sets of right handed golf clubs. Mens Calloway big berther graphite irons with Calloway and ping woods, ping putter and taylor made utiliy club. The ladies set is a Calloway copy all graphite irons and woods and have been used by my son too good effect. Tasada Golf club is only 10 minutes drive away while Secrate Valley and Aphrodities Hills are around 15 - 20 minutes drive. For the keen golfer Aphrodities Hills is a must The course is a good challange some great golf holes and fantastic views. The resort also has a really good spa for the none golfers. Tasda and Secret Valley are good holiday courses, Tasda set in the hills above Pahos is the oldest course on the island and cooler in the summer months. Secrate Valley is as it says set in a lovely valley and laid out amongst pine trees and some great cactus plants. Tasada presently renamed Minthis Hills.

Skiing Ski in the morning and beach in the afternoon well it can be done in Cyprus. The Troodos mountains are well worth a visit with mount Olympus also being a ski area in the Winter. Visit ski club of Cyprus for more infomation.

Special interest holidays We have found so many things to do in Cyprus. Our best bits are. Fantastic walks with fine views. Perta toua or Aphrodities rock. Kathakis for some fine vineyards. Polis and latchi for a great drive and some lovely fish restaurants. Last Castle Taverna near Lara beach in the Akamas National Park a must for a traditional lunch. Turtle beach. In the Akamus try a mountain bike trip or rock climbing. Paphos water park. Mount Olympus and the lovely village of Platrus. Trip to Nicosa the last divided city. Agios Neofytos monastery in Tala. Agios Georgios small harbour and great coast line with one fab fish taverna.

Travel You can fly direct to Paphos from many UK airports. The villa is only 15 - 20 minutes drive away. Direct flights are also available to Larnaca which is about 1 hr 20 mins away.We have a fully detailed set of directions to the villa that include mile markers and photographs of key land marks along the route to make for an organised transfer from the airport.

Distances Paphos town is 8 mins drive and the nearest beach at Coral Bay is only 6mins away. Guests have used the villa without a car as it is only 8 mins walk to Tala village. But we would recomend a hire car to ensure you can visit this beatiful island. We have become very good at finding the best flights and car hire deals so please do email and we can pass on our useful advise to help you obtain the best deals.

Further details The villa is only 8 minutes walk from Tala village square or 1 minutes drive. Shopping in the old part of Paphos has everything from a local market to disigner shops set within the old narrow streets. There are several supermarkets all supply fresh local produce. There are more restaurants and tavernas than you can manange in a life time. We have a list of recommended restaurants that ourselves and other guests have enjoyed so you are guarenteed a good night out.

Booking notes Upon booking we will send you a booking form which should be returned with a 20% deposit. Our terms and conditions are part of the booking form but we are pleased to be able to be as flexible as possible with your dates and arrival and departure times so that we ensure you have a special holiday experience. Final payment is 8 weeks before departure. We will be really pleased to help with any special requirements or requests you may have, e.g weddings birthdays or aniversaries.

Guest comments Stuart says 'we have just spent the most relaxing holiday ever at Villa Hunter. In comparison to other villas it was fantastic value for money in a beautiful location. The villa had every thing we wanted from a clean heated pool, sea views and coll air-conditioning. We chose not to hire a car as we wanted a relaxing week and we found the lovely village of Tala a 8 min stroll with a great selection of tavarnas. We could not have asked for more support from peter the owner. we will be back. thanks you.' Stuart.

Thank you for organising things at such sort notice. Loved the heated pool it was essential and great to swim at night looking at the stars. Mike & Shelia.

Well what can i say except wow! Your villa is fab and by far the best accomodation we have stayed in. like home from home but better with all the toys. It has been a very relaxing week and we would love to come back next year. Thanks Vicky E- Mail us for more real reviews. All reviews verified in the house guest book.