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Reviews of Despina country retreat

P. Or. Box 28 Ayios theodoros Choulou, 8552 Paphos City, Cyprus

  • Claudia

    Reviewed: 22 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025

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    Despina’s and Steve’s country retreat is a wonderful place to relax and recharge. The room was really cozy, spotless and the breakfast was amazing. The highlights for us were the green surroundings, the spacious outdoor area, the pool, and of course Despina and Steve and their 2 dogs and cats - we had an amazing time and would love to visit again.

    Nothing!

    Property response:

    We would love to see you again. We are glad you enjoyed your stay. We try to make everyone feel at home. Hope you enjoyed the rest of your holiday 😊

    Despina country retreat
    30 August 2025
  • 3.0 Poor
    Katerina

    Reviewed: 14 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025

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    The property was very clean and the house was in the nature

    Although the property was in general terms clean and with a very nice view we didn’t like the following: 1. The hosts are living in the property, hence you do not have privacy and you cannot use the big kitchen as shown in the pictures. 2. You do not feel comfortable to relax or walk around the property because you are actually living in THE HOUSE OF THE HOSTS and again this is NOT WRITTEN ANYWHERE IN THE DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY, YOU NEED TO GO THROUGH THE COMMENTS TO FIND THIS OUT! 3. The hosts have pets in the house and this is not written anywhere in the description of the property. Indeed in the description, it’s written that the pets are not allowed!

  • Adriana

    Reviewed: 23 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025

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    The place is like heaven on earth. Quiet and peaceful with a wonderful view of Cyprus nature. Sunset was lovely and romantic. The hosts were friendly and warm. It was a pleasure speaking to them. The breakfast was delicious and her homemade jams are to die for. Highly recommended. .

    The only disadvantage was from our part since we booked only for one night. Would have loved to stay more nights at such a beautiful place.

    Property response:

    Hope you could come again. It was lovely meeting you. Kind regards Despina and Steve.

    Despina country retreat
    30 August 2025
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  • Steven

    Reviewed: 15 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025

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    Beautiful views of the village and very welcoming hosts

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    Glad you enjoyed your stay. Hope to see you again sometime 😊

    Despina country retreat
    15 August 2025
  • Hames

    Reviewed: 17 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025

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    The hosts Despina and Steve were very welcoming and hospitable and they made us feel very comfortable. The room was comfortable and everything was very clean, the breakfast was outstanding! It included free range eggs from their chickens, home made jams from their fruit trees, a lovey cheese and ham quiche, and very nice cheese omelet, fried tomatoes, mushrooms and also bacon, haloumi and sausages! She even offered us a home made olive pie and also nice fruits like apricots and watermelon. The location has nice views over the village and was very relaxing and quite.

    Property response:

    Thank you very much, hope to see you soon 😊

    Despina country retreat
    15 August 2025
  • Carina

    Reviewed: 9 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025

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    It was absolutely stunning - Despina and her husband made us feel so Welcome from the first second on. We only stayed for one Night, But definitely recommend longer stays. So you can also enjoy the pool. ☺️ The English Breakfast we got served in the Morning on the terrass with the stunning view was the perfect start in the morning. Thank you, Despina, for this unforgettable start for our Cyprus-Experience!

    Property response:

    It was so nice to meet you. I hope you enjoy your rest of your holiday and hope to see you again. Hopefully more than one night as there is alot to see in this area and its for me proper Cyprus not commercialised. 🙂

    Despina country retreat
    15 August 2025
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  • Garry

    Reviewed: 13 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025

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    Friendly hosts. Quiet rural location in the hills above Paphos.

    Needs a sign along the road and at bottom of drive to help people identify.

  • Eric

    Reviewed: 19 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025

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    Excellent cooked breakfast, full English fry or omelette made perfectly by the hosts, also a range of homemade jams, nothing was too much trouble for Despina and Steve. Very comfortable room, immaculately clean and homely, made welcome to share the sitting room with the hosts and other guests for great company in the evening.

    No problems at all, we were well looked after.

    Property response:

    Glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you both keep in touch xx

    Despina country retreat
    11 May 2025
  • Rūdolfs

    Reviewed: 3 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025

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    Everything. It felt like home.

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    Property response:

    It was so nice to meet you. Glad you enjoyed your stay. Hope to see you again.

    Despina country retreat
    4 February 2025
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  • Charalambous

    Reviewed: 17 November 2024 · Stayed in November 2024

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    It was very pleasant. As the hosts make you feel very welcome . A cozy place with an amazing village view with mountain tops peaking around . And a amazing breakfast . And will definitely recommend it to all . A peacefull getaway.

    Property response:

    It was a pleasure meeting you both. Hope to see you again sometime soon 😊

    Despina country retreat
    1 January 2025
  • 7.0 Good
    Stefanos

    Reviewed: 28 October 2024 · Stayed in August 2024

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  • Dmitry

    Reviewed: 15 October 2024 · Stayed in October 2024

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    This is a perfect getaway from Cyprus lovely beaches to a remote retreat place, very calm and peaceful. Not far from a Paphos downtown but you can feel the real life on the island. The pool was refreshing, breakfast very large portion and made with love. Thank you very much for your warm hospitality, Despina and Steve. And I love your three cats and two dogs, they also work as a part of your team. It was a pleasure for me to know you and your lovely place

    Not a complaint but a suggestion- when I have arrived to a Google map point I was a bit confused, the point is located beneath concrete steps and it would be better to put there a simple sign with an arrow, that you need to proceed 20 meters and make a right turn uphill.

    Property response:

    Thank you for your kind words. Hope to see you again. Very good idea about the sign. I will get Steve to do one. It was so nice meeting you.

    Despina country retreat
    16 October 2024
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  • Alison

    Reviewed: 25 August 2024 · Stayed in August 2024

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    We had a lovely stay at Despina Country Retreat. Both hosts were lovely and helpful and really welcomed us into their home. Great breakfast too. We had a bit of an eventful start to the day we left when our rental car broke down. The hosts went out of their way to help us and were very generous with their time. We didn't mind waiting for the replacement car though as there were a couple of cute kittens to play with :)

    Property response:

    Hope that you was able to go to the blue lagoon. Hope to see you again sometime 😊

    Despina country retreat
    25 August 2024
  • Andreas

    Reviewed: 17 August 2024 · Stayed in August 2024

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    We stayed there for 8 nights. Probably the friendliest hosts we have ever met. Quiet an comfortable house with pool, outdoor kitchen and a stunning view! Highly recommendable :) Andi

    Property response:

    Thank you for your kind words. We do hope that we will see you again and maybe take you sailing to the blue lagoon.

    Despina country retreat
    10 September 2024
  • Anonymous

    Reviewed: 16 August 2024 · Stayed in July 2024

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  • Aina

    Reviewed: 31 July 2024 · Stayed in July 2024

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    My friend and I loved this accommodation so much! The hosts are wonderful. They have this lovely house and provide everything you need. We loved the house itself (it was full of authentic things), the view (was nice having breakfast in the morning with this view), they also have a swimming pool, fruits from garden. We had a feeling like we came to visit our relatives, because the stay was so warm and pleasant!

    Nothing, all was great

    Property response:

    Thank you for your kind words. Hope to see you again

    Despina country retreat
    20 August 2024
  • Malakooti

    Reviewed: 24 July 2024 · Stayed in July 2024

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    Loved the location, super couple, easy to talk to. Lovely food.

    Property response:

    Thank you for your kind words, it was a pleasure meeting you. Hope to see you again 🙂

    Despina country retreat
    19 August 2024
  • Magdaléna

    Reviewed: 4 June 2024 · Stayed in June 2024

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    We met with a warm welcome not only from the owners but also from their lovely pets. The owners are very nice people who live in this house (at the same time you have plenty of privacy) and you can see that they do everything from the heart. Home english breakfast on the tereace wirh fascinating view, pleasant refreshment in the pool, many recommendations about Cyprus… Thank you very much for this exceptional experience.

    Property response:

    Thank you for your wonderful review. We do hope you can come again, it was a pleasure meeting you.

    Despina country retreat
    17 August 2024
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  • Stavri

    Reviewed: 4 June 2024 · Stayed in May 2024

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  • Piotr

    Reviewed: 12 May 2024 · Stayed in May 2024

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    Very friendly hosts. Everything in description matches reality. Highly recomended!

    Property response:

    Thank you for your kind words. Hope to see you again sometime

    Despina country retreat
    12 May 2024
  • Deiaco

    Reviewed: 15 April 2024 · Stayed in April 2024

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    Position, out of nowhere, in the middle of wild, natural environment, perfect for our research activity. Very kind, pleasant and obliging owners/managers The Home guard dog has a scary appearance, but ultimately he is very sweet and cuddly.

    The colorful Christmastime like illumination of the building isn't exactly my favorite, but it makes sense, to be found arriving at deep dark night.

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  • Nikolaos

    Reviewed: 14 April 2024 · Stayed in April 2024

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    Very clean house. It was nice to stay with the hosts. They were very polite and hospitable.

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  • Doxa

    Reviewed: 1 April 2024 · Stayed in April 2024

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    It was amazing the house it was very clean the rooms very comfortable clean the breakfast it was very good despina and Steve amazing people I can’t wait until we meet again ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

    Property response:

    It would be great seeing you both again. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and had a relaxing time. 🥰

    Despina country retreat
    1 April 2024
  • Vikki

    Reviewed: 27 March 2024 · Stayed in March 2024

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    Lovely hosts with lots of local knowledge. It was great to meet the animals too - all very cute and welcoming. Breakfast was a feast - really enjoyable. Rooms clean and comfy. Bathroom very clean as well. Would highly recommend a stay at the Despina Country Retreat

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