Orehsak self catering cottage rental - 20 mins to beaches in Varna, Bulgaria

Perched on the edge of a wooded rocky hillside, overlooking a small inlet to the Batova River, this self-catering cottage provides some breathtaking views of the surrounding forest and the green pastures, stretching out on the facing slopes. Its rural location, not far from the sea and the City of Varna, has everything to offer to the holiday-makers who wish to stay off the beaten track of traditional seaside areas, and allows for genuine peace and quiet. Away from the hustle and bustle of the crowded tourist resorts, yet within short driving distance (15-20 minutes) to the beaches along the Varna coast, it is ideal for families with young children, hikers and nature lovers of all ages.

Views:Nice view to mountains from the pool area

Hiking and potentially riding are the main activities within walking distance. A family in the village operate "jeep safari" trips, which usually start from one of the resorts and go into the countryside, ending with a barbeque and folklore program at their house, which is located some 100 m from Lavender Cottage. Golf is another potential activity subject to finalising in summer 2008 a new golf course in Balchik (30 km north) called Black Sea Rama. The full array of water sports can be found in any of the resorts: Albena (22 km); Golden Sands (23 km), Sunny Day (15 km).

Rental notes: Additional services may be agreed with the owners, and paid for separately. Linen and towels, as well as cleaning services, are provided within the rental price. The maid service involves general cleaning of the house 3 times a week (no washing or ironing). Special requests, such as shopping before arrival, taxi services for collection or drop-off, baby-sitter etc. can be arranged on advance notice.

Lavender cottage is a newly built (2005), comfortable and spacious self-catering holiday home sleeping eight persons. It includes 4 bedrooms (2 double/2 twin) - plainly, but tastefully furnished and all with a view to the wooded hillside and/or the pool; 2 fully-tiled bathrooms with glass door shower cabins, WC and washbasins, a fitted tiled kitchen with an open plan living room, a utility room equipped with a washing machine, a BBQ and a patio areas. Water is heated by a solar panel system, with a back-up immersion heater. Amenities include a washing machine; a fully fitted kitchen; an iron and ironing board, satellite TV and DVD player; the use of an open-air 4x8 m swimming pool and a barbeque. Two cots and a child's feeding chair, as well as a car seat (1-4 yrs) and a pushchair (1-2 yrs) are available on request. Wireless Internet access is available to laptop holders.

Outside Area:A private drive running along the edge of the hillside, leads to the garden and parking area in front of the cottage. Lavender Cottage has an interesting fan-like architecture, inventively designed to take full advantage of the hillside views. The hat-like roof incorporates within the structure an old, stone barn, typical of the local old village style. The securely fenced swimming pool is 4x8 m, 1.8m at the deep end, with an attached shallow pool for children and non-swimmers.