Welcome to Pandora!     Experience an atmosphere of sophistication, style and unique personal taste   

What a view!   Images vary in accordance with nature and her seasons, each one portraying its individual aura; always inspiring and joyful. From the spacious courtyard at the height of 700 meters above sea-level one has the unusual experience to enjoy a bird's eye view of Volos and the ships sailing back and forth in the Gulf to the Sporadic Islands.
Amble amongst the terraces paved with 'pelion flag-stones', discover decorative marble fountains, hand-chipped stone benches, terracotta urns, flower borders of roses, geraniums and chrysanthemums  interspersed with oleander, lotus, olive, cherry and pomegranate trees.  Relax underneath the shade of an old fig tree and if your timing is right you will be accompanied by the background music of chiming church bells or to a concert of nightingales singing in the summer evenings.

Enter Pandora !

The entrance on the first floor is accessed by steps which have an aged grape- vine embedded into them; having survived the re-construction under Maria's tender loving care. On entering the mansion one faces a small reception area embedded into rocky hillside: a cosy seating area to the left with a decorative, working, fire-place and an enchanting breakfast room with a carved and painted wooden ceiling to the right. Although the characteristic features of this splendid building are the thick stone walls, windows with arched surrounds and wide ledges daintily decorated with white embroidered curtains; inbuilt cupboards, and chestnut wood flooring one's attention is immediately drawn to the original wooden pine staircase leading to spacious landings on the second and third floors.   A Murano, pale pink, Venetian chandelier, a precious family heirloom, decorates the second floor landing from which are accessible two very individual and attractive suites: Thalia and Sapfo.

Accommodation located in the main building: 2nd floor. Suites

Thalia:  This luxurious accommodation comprises of two rooms on one level. The bedroom has a double- bed with a beautiful view of Volos harbour.  In the sitting room there is one of the most exquisite features of the mansion: an elaborate fireplace not only decorative but also is warm and glowing on chilly winter days. The long comfortable sofa provides extra sleeping space for 2 persons, (adults or children). Throughout the suite one can admire hand made wooden-painted ceilings, crystal light fittings, original paintings, wollen and silk carpets.
The shower room/ W.C,  is situated midway between the two rooms and is decorated with marble tiles.

Sapfo:  This is the successful conversion of the original kitchen and pantry and the most intriguing room of all. Usage of space was of utmost importance and Maria's skills were tested to the extreme with this design.

The unusual style of Sapfo means it has acquired itself the nick name of 'the up and down suite' because of its three different levels. One has to climb wooden stairs and duck underneath a supporting beam to enter the main bedroom; it has a double- bed and single with a lovely view towards Volos harbour.  The sitting room has a charming aged feel about it with wooden cupboards and part of a chimney inset into thick stone walls. It has sleeping space on a sofa for 2 small children or 1 adult. The tasteful and exquisite decor is completed by painted wooden ceilings, original paintings, pieces of traditional costume, antique plates, and attractive light fittings. There are stone steps from the seating area to the marble-tiled shower room/ W.C

All rooms have: a small fridge/mini bar, safety deposit, telephone, TV, DVD player, hairdryer and central heating.

Accommodation : 3RD  floor 4 rooms (3 double and one triple)

From the 2nd floor the pine stair case leads to a spacious chestnut wood landing on the 3rd floor. Here there are two communal rooms divided by a wooden partition with stained glass windows and lavishly furnished with antique costumes, furniture and lamps original embroideries, mirrors, rugs and cushions. Not to mention an elaborate plaster ceiling decoration that was painstakingly renovated piece by piece. From the front room there is balcony facing Volos.
Leading off the landing in each corner of the building there are 4 charming rooms.

Cleo and Argo: are beautiful double- bedded rooms with attractive furnishings, many ornate windows and splendid views towards Volos harbour. Shower/ w.c.

Dido:  Is a romantic room with its four poster double-bed and lace curtains and a view towards Portaria. Shower /W.C
Hero:  A spacious room with a double-bed and single with a mountain view. Shower/ W.C

All rooms have: a small fridge/mini bar, safety deposit, telephone, TV, DVD player, hairdryer, and central heating.

Annexed to the main building and accessed immediately from the courtyard:

Mircini:  This double bedded room is  a great  favourite because of its intimate and cosy atmosphere. The interior is decorated with local stone and wall hangings.  Immediately outside the room there is a little terrace with an enchanting view of Volos and its harbour. Shower/ W.C. A small fridge, safety deposit, telephone, TV, DVD player, hairdryer and central heating.

Parking: there is a private car-parking area under construction (scheduled for completion at the end of the summer 2006).

PRICES: include breakfast and taxes

120 euros for two persons including breakfast. With the exception of Greek national holidays.

On Greek national holidays: Price for 2 persons with breakfast is 220 euros and the reservation must be at least for 3 days during a Greek holiday period.

"The Taverna"Cottage: A detached cottage located at the edge of the courtyard where one would not be at all surprised to bump into Little Red Riding Hood. The tiny windows, with touches of stained glass, a wooden dresser with antique china, fire-place, wood burner and use of local materials altogether create a fairy-tale atmosphere.

This room is available for private functions for up to 26 persons. Bookings are accepted independently of the guest house and must be made in advance. The traditional menu available is accompanied by local wine.

We highly recommend Pandora for:

-Those seeking that extra special experience of staying in a traditional and sophisticated Pelion mansion
-VIPs
-Business meetings
-Birthdays Surprise/ private/ birthday/ parties
-Anniversaries Social Evenings
-Cultural Events
-Exhibitions (May-September)
-Honeymoons
-Weddings/Wedding receptions 100-120 people

DIRECTIONS : (Distance 14 klms from Volos via Portaria).
Approximately 30 metres before main car-parking area of the village; take a steep windy road bearing to the left.
More or less 100 metres beyond the junction - Pandora is on the right hand side. It is extremely difficult for the driver to spot the entrance to the mansion.
Initially only the double gates are visible and a discreet sign.

Welcome to Pandora!
Enjoy your stay!