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Chalet Village for Activities and Nature
Chalet Village for Activities and Nature holidays
ideal Accommodation for groups. Ski Chalets. Bargain Rentals.
Chalets at Pamporovo Village is a picturesque holiday village of 38 chalets (Large groups can be accommodated in neighbouring chalets) surrounded by mountains, forest and lots of snow. This chalet is 121 sq metres.In summer it is a mountain villa with pool. Rural retreat or active. Special low rates for monthly and long term lets.
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Location |
Pamporovo, Bulgaria
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Price Range |
€ 50.00 to € 100.00 per night
Bookings must be for a minimum of 3 nights
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Bedrooms |
2 (Sleeps 5)
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Beds |
- Queen Split: 1
- Single: 2
- Sofa Bed: 2
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Key Locations |
- Airport: 85.00 km
- Train Station: 85.00 km
- Downtown: 4.00 km
- Ferry Terminal: 99.00 km
- Lake: 5.00 km
- Beach: 5.00 km
- Skifield: 2.50 km
- Car Ferry: 99.00 km
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A 50% deposit is required to secure a booking for this property.
Full payment is required if your arrival date is less than 90 night/s from the date of booking.
The following seasonal pricing periods to note are:
From
1
January
to
5
January
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€ 100.00
per night
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From
6
January
to
13
February
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€ 75.00
per night
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From
9
February
to
5
March
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€ 80.00
per night
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From
22
December
to
28
December
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€ 100.00
per night
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From
29
December
to
31
December
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€ 100.00
per night
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The following discounts and deals are available:
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A discount of
10.00%
is available on bookings placed more than
8
week/s
in advance.
This discount
is always available (unless specified for seasonal or special pricing).
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A discount of
15.00%
is available on bookings
7
night/s or over.
This discount
is always available (unless specified for seasonal or special pricing).
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A discount of
20.00%
is available on bookings placed less than
14
night/s
prior to the booking start date.
This discount
is always available (unless specified for seasonal or special pricing).
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Guest Reviews
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Bedrooms |
2 (Sleeps 5)
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Living Room: |
Comfortably fits 5 people |
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Dining Room |
The dining room comfortably fits 5 people |
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Bathrooms |
There are 2 bathroom/s available |
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Ensuites |
There are 1 ensuite/s available |
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Toilets |
There are 3 toilet/s available |
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Beds |
- Queen Split: 1
- Single: 2
- Sofa/Rollaway Bed: 2
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Noise Level |
Very Quiet |
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Home Category |
Self Catering |
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Facilities Directions |
- Garden: Mountain Facing
- Patio: Mountain Facing
- Balcony: Mountain Facing
- Private Swimming Pool: Garden setting
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Holiday Types |
- Cultural/Historic
- Romantic
- Tourist Attractions
- Relaxing
- Activity
- Sight Seeing
- Budget
- Family
- Adventure
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Home Area |
- Mountains
- Village
- Rural
- Resort
- Countryside
- Peaceful
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Entertainment Equipment |
- Television - DVD player
- Television Satellite/Cable TV
- Television - Game Console
- Television Flat Screen
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IT Communications Equipment |
- Cellphone Coverage
- Internet - Wifi or wireless
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Leisure Equipment |
- Heating
- Heating - Central Heating
- Heating - Electric
- Heating - Wood burner
- Cooling Fans
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Household Equipment |
- Towels/Linen Provided
- Microwave
- Hair Dryer
- Kitchen Standard
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Outside Equipment |
- Communal Swimming Pool
- Barbeque
- Outside Lighting
- Off Street Parking
- Jaccuzzi
- Outdoor Furniture
- Ski gear drying space
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Views |
- Mountain Views
- Panoramic Views
- Countryside Views
- Garden setting
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Activities Within Walking |
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Activities Within Driving |
- Cycling
- Mountain Biking
- Water Skiing
- Horse Riding
- Boat Hire
- Skiing
- Fishing
- Climbing
- Dancing
- Hiking
- Kayaking
- Ice Skating
- Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Dog Sledding
- Skidooing
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Attractions Within Walking |
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Attractions Within Driving |
- Shopping
- Food Shop
- Park
- Nature Reserve
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Ski Chalets set in the forest with magnificent mountain views
Ski Chalets set in the forest near Pamporovo Ski Resort
Set away from it all in a wood near to Pamporovo, Chalets at Pamporovo Village is a picturesque holiday village of 38 chalets (Large groups can be accommodated in neighbouring chalets) surrounded by mountains, forest and lots of snow. It really looks like Narnia and is very popular with the children and the romantic and young at heart. This chalet is 121 sq metres.In summer it is a mountain villa with pool. Rural retreat or active.
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Snow Record
Snow in April - so much for global warming!
120cm on upper slopes and 100cm on lower slopes!
Latest snowfall 20cm on 10 April 2012!
22 BGN Lev for whole day ski pass 16-30 April (less than Euros 11)
Zell am See, Austria has 121cm on upper slopes and 5cm on lower slopes.
Certainly a cheap ski holiday for a family or group of friends. But you do not sacrifice on quality accommodation.
More snow in Pamporovo!
15 March 2012 lovely sunshine!
Upper slopes 200cm/Lower slopes 190cm - good by any resort standards! for March! (even the most expensive ones in the Alps or North America).
Zermatt in Switzerland currently has 150 cm snow cover on the upper slopes and 10cm on the lower slopes.
Zell Am See in Austria currently has 179cm cover on the upper slopes but 15cm on the lower slopes.
This is much better than Kranjska Gora or Bled (which do not have enough snow) in Slovenia!
Get your skis on/your snowboards out whilst you still can.
Cheap skiing and snowboarding!
Reduced ski lift passes for March and April! 18% reduction!
26 March 2012
Clear blue skies! Warm and Sunny! Excellent skiing and snowboarding conditions! All pistes are open. Just 41 BGN for a daily lift pass and 31 BGN for a half-day one till the end of the season!! (One BGN is approx 1.95 Euro). Cheap!
Free on 9 and 12 April - come out for the April school holidays! Snow should definitely hold!
http://winter.pamporovoresort.com/en/highlights/easter/
Specialty lodging in Pamporovo
6 Reviews see Trip Advisor
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Bargain prices
Bargain price - Comfortable accommodation for up to 6 persons.. We are featuring Chalet 25. This ski chalet has a traditional open plan living room with dining area, and cosy romantic home warming wood burning fire but has also got central heating. There are 2 sofas, a dining table and seating for 6. There is cable television and DVD player/family selection of DVDs Playstation/games and wireless I-Net (wireless internet). There is a fully equipped kitchen.
Up the traditional wooden staircase, there are 2 shower rooms with WCs (1 is en suite). There are fitted wardrobes; each bedroom has its own balcony. There is a covered patio. you can sit and watch the beautiful sun-sets. The ski chalet is ideal for either families or groups of friends and is just across a small road from the restaurant and bar. Projects nearing completion include a spa, children's play area and a Kindergarten. This is an area of outstanding natural beauty.
Larger groups can be accommodated by renting neighbouring chalets as well
Late Deals from mid January - bargain ski holiday!
Loyalty discount of 20%.
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Rental details
Most people hire a car but there is a shuttle service to the slopes.
Flexible arrival and departure dates.
Cheap summer holiday! Deals:
Size: Chalet Sleeps up to 6, 2 bedrooms
Nearest beach: Kavala (Greek Aegean), 99km
Will consider: Corporate lets
Hen and stag parties
Long lets
Short breaks
Access: Car not necessary
Nearest amenities: 30m
Family friendly? Suitable for children of all ages
Unsuitable for people with restricted mobility
Notes: No pets allowed
No smoking at this property
Self-catering
Facilities
Luxuries: Log fire, Internet access, DVD player
Pool: Shared outdoor pool (heated)
General: Central heating, TV, Satellite TV, Wi-fi available
Standard: Kettle, Toaster, Hair dryer
Utilities: Clothes dryer, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer
Rooms: 2 Bedrooms, 3 bathrooms of which 1 en suite and 2 shower rooms
Furniture: Sofabeds (2), Single beds (2), Double beds (1), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6
Other: Linen and towels provided
Outdoors: Shared outdoor pool (heated), Balcony / Terrace, Shared garden, Bicycles available
Access: Parking space
Further details indoors:
The living area of the chalet is 121 square meters and it stands on a 200 sq meter plot.
There are two double bedrooms - one with an en-suite bathroom. There is a second bathroom. Both
bathrooms have shower enclosures. The second bedroom is actually slightly bigger than the first. Both
bedrooms could be arranged either as a double bedroom or as a twin bedroom.
There is certainly adequate sofa space to sleep two more people downstairs. There is a downstairs toilet
with washbasin.
Further details outdoors:
Forest Nook 2 is a secure community. There is a little drive to the hamlet - space for snowball play and ideal for children. A children's play area and Kindergarten are being completed.
In summer there is space for play on the grassy areas and there is a communal swimming pool.
There is a covered patio where you can sit and watch the beautiful sunsets.
Both double bedrooms have their own balcony.
There is a new Adventure Centre - so you can have an adventure holiday or just relax in our rural retreat.
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Adventure Centre at Pamporovo Village
Activities Centre at Pamporovo Village
Adventure
Try a Multi Activity Holiday to the beautiful Rhodopi Mountain area (including Pamporovo Ski Resort) for sunshine and relaxation as well as an extensive array of adrenaline and leisure sports activities. Our Activities Centre provides adventurous activities to suit all levels, and will appeal to friends and family, as well as couples and solos. We can also provide excursions for you to admire the magnificent scenery and for the cuture vultures. In other words, a holiday to suit all ages and to suit the passive to the adrenaline junkies.
Pamporovo/Forest Nook is situated in an area of Lakes and Mountains and is an area of outstanding natural beauty. take a look http://www.flickr.com/photos/ski_jacobs/sets/72157629489422592/show/
Whether you feel like trying whitewater rafting or quad biking, cycling, horse riding, mountain hiking or abseiling, paintballing or jeep safaris there is a wide range of activities to suit all.
Getting close to nature and taking advantage of the scenery by horseback or jumping on a sledge pulled by huskies is the perfect opportunity to see the amazing scenery Bulgaria has to offer.
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Excursions from Pamporovo Village
Excursions can also be provided for you to admire the magnificent scenery and for the cuture vultures to ancient Plovdiv (Roman) and the Thracian fortress of Perperikon - Bulgaria's Delphi - the Ancient City of Excessive Pleasures! see more info from http://www.perperikon.bg/home.php?cp=2 and http://www.balkantravellers.com/en/read/article/859
Excurions include:
The Canyon of Waterfalls at Smolyan
Devin - hot mineral springs
Yagodinska Caves - longest caves in Bulgaria - fantastic rock formations some several storeys high
Xanthi day trip to Greece - about 2 hour drive - archeological and historical
Plovdiv - Roman Amphitheatre still in use; roman ruins, nineteenth century old town, museums, art galleries
Devil's Throat Cave - spectacular underground waterfalls /and Trigrad Gorge - "most wonderful natural sight in Bulgaria" karst rock formation
Day trip to Shiroka Luca - quaint historic village, Gela - for amazing views and Perelik - highest peak in the Rhodopi mountains
Wonderful Bridges rock formation
Assenovgrad - historical old town with many churches and chapels and Aropski Monastery
Bachkovo Monastery - a must see
Perperikon and Thracian Archeological sites day trip
There is also a water park at Plovdiv. In other words, this is a holiday to suit all ages and to suit the passive to the adrenaline junkies.
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For Sale by Owner
This ski chalet is FOR SALE.(Fully equipped and fully furnished as described). If interested please contact the owner via this website. Any sale will not affect further bookings.The chalet/area has investment potential. Most of the available land has been or is already being developed. Vast sums are being spent on tourism in Bulgaria, and in the further improvement of ski resorts and construction of Golf courses. Both apply to Pamporovo with the Perelik project, the intention of linking the resorts of Pamporovo with nearby Mechi Chai at Chepelare, and construction of the new motorway through the mountains linking Pamporovo to the Aegean coast of Greece.
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Pamporovo Ski Resort Guide
Resort guide and Bucket list
Neilson say Pamporovo is "Quite possibly the best value place in the world to learn to ski".
Certainly, in my personal experience, the tuition for both skiing and snowboarding is absolutely excellent with English speaking instructors. It is also very cheap compared to anywhere else.
The resort is situated in the heart of the Rhodope mountains surrounded by pine forest and according to Crystal Ski is "like skiing in Narnia". It is a very pretty, Christmas card picture ski resort area. It is more Canadian in appearance than Alpine.
There are gentle slopes for the beginners. Pamporovo Centre has a small selection of shops, taverns, bars and restaurants and an inexpensive
apres-ski scene.
We like
Affordable skiing
Excellent tuition for beginners and children.
Plentiful choice of accommodation all at value prices.
Some ski-in/ski out apartments.
Rare long queues (except New Year).
Fast lifts and modern infrastructure.
Good group holiday for families and beginner and intermediate skiers.
We don't like
Not a great deal for non skiers. (But there is ice skating, dog sledging and snow tubing).
Limited for experts.
Food in hotel establishments is not very good - and customer service is not fantastic. Better to self cater or eat out.
Location
Pamporovo is situated in the heart of the Rhodopi mountains about 85km from Plovdiv (Bulgaria's second city) Airport PDV served by Ryanair and charter flights. Try Charter Flight Centre. Sofia (SOF) is bigger and about 250km distant. Sofia is served by many airlines including Easy Jet. Try the normal travelsupermarket.com/cheapflights.co.uk/easyvoyage.co.uk for price comparisons. Flights into Kavala (about 99km) (KAV) might also be worth considering.
Airport transfers to Pamporovo can easily be arranged and most establishments provide a ski shuttle service to the slopes. Many people hire cars, especially 4x4. Prices are competitive. Driving times from Plovdiv are about one and half hours, from Kavala about 2 hours, and from Sofia about 3 and half-4 hours.
Few people actually live in Pamporovo. The centre developed as a resort. This is the hotel/restaurant/tavern/bars/shops area. There is also a plentiful supply of apartments and chalets available for holiday lets winter and summer. Pamporovo experienced a building boom, but is quite spread out. It is much less developed than Bansko, but the supply of accommodation still exceeds the demand (except during the New Year period) so there are good deals available.
There are plenty of places to visit nearby such as the Smolyan Lakes (take the chair lift). In summer visit the Wonderful Bridges and Bachkovo Monastery. There are wonderful waterfalls at nearby Smolyan and the Devin Spa is famous. There are also the Devil's Throat Cave
and spectacular Yogodina caves.
Pamporovo has a soft winter climate with an average of about 120 sunny days. Yet snow cover is generally good - especially compared to other value destinations outside Bulgaria such as Poina Brasov in Romania and Kranjska Gora or Bled in Slovenia. Snow cover in 2012 was exceptional (perhaps unusually) beating Bansko for most of the winter. It even beat the snow cover for the Swiss and
Austrian resorts and those in the USA.
Resort stats
Size of ski area (km) 37km
Resort height
1650m
Highest lift 1926m
Lowest piste 1650m
Maximum vertical 276m
Green runs 5
Blue runs 4
Red runs 7
Black runs 3
Lifts 13
Pamporovo resort altitude is 1650M.
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More about Pamporovo Ski Resort
On the slopes
Pamporovo resort altitude is 1650M and temperatures average a pleasant -3C. Ski season is mid December to early April. Average snowfall 1.5M. During 2012 the upper slopes were covered by nearly 3 M of snow, and even over 200cm snow cover on the lower slopes. The peak is Snejanka (Snow White) is at 1926M.There is virtually no risk of avalanche.
The slopes with overall length of 37km suitable for all ages and abilities, but being mostly famous as an excellent choice for beginners and intermediates. There is a preponderance of green and blue runs, and a few reds and a black mogul run. The resort boasts a new snowmaking system composed of 80 snow cannons covering 90% of the ski runs as well as a new 3740m long ski run serviced by unique 6-chair open lift. Queuing is rare due to a new up-to-date system of rope-ways, a product of the famous Austrian company "Axess" with capacity of 11,600 persons per hour. For the snowboarders there is a new 100m long half-pipe run, which together with the LED-lighted night run complement the ski magic.
The ski runs and gently carving slopes are suited
for snowboarding and there is the Pamporovo Fun Park. The resort is suitable for cross country skiing and the overall length of the route is 25km. Studenets to Mugla Village
NIGHT SKIING
Since the beginning of Ski Season 2010/2011 Snezhanka 2 Ski Run, famous also as the wall, offers excellent conditions for Night Skiing.
Length: 700 meters
Displacement: 285
Category: ADVANCED, suitable for upper-intermediate and advanced skiers
Lifts: Tow Lift /Anchor/
Lighting: modern LED-light technology, providing good visibility even in foggy weather
Opening hours: 17:30 – 22:30
For the Beginners
Ideal with choice of green and blue runs. The gentle profile of the mountain with its rounded slopes and summits makes Pamporovo particularly suitable for beginners.
For the intermediates
Choice of blue runs starting from peak at Snejhanka 1926km. Choice of chair lifts from Ski Centres 1 and 2 and Middle Ski Station of Studenets. More ski runs and lifts are being developed presently. The one in Stoikite completed for the ski season 2008 - 2009. is six-seat chairlift made by famous French company with capacity of 2 400 people per hour -116 chairs of 6 seats each, with length of 2992 meters and is one of the most modern ski facilities in Europe.
For the experts
"The Wall" Black Mogul run. Snezhanka Free Ride and Snezhanka European - used for international competition. To be honest, experts might find Pamporovo a bit limiting. Overall length of slopes is 37km compared to 425km Paradiski area of combined French resorts La Plagne and Les Arcs. Hone your skills in Pamporovo, and if you live to ski or snowboard - and you can afford it - move on.
For the snowboarders
Pamporovo Fun Park. Choice of wide gently rounded slopes ideal for snowboarding. New half pipe snowboarding run.
For children
"The best value place in the world to learn." Neilson. Exceptional. But limited child minding. Learn here but not suited to under 4-6 years of age. Families can learn together. Husky Dog sledging and snow tubing.
Winter activities
Motor sledges – The resort offers many opportunities for walks and rides among the beautiful forests in the mountain. One of the most exiting winter activities is the motor sledge ride. This sport can be practiced outside the official ski zone along the hills and meadows in the mountain. After 5.00a.m. professional guides usually organize motor sledg
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Summer Activities
Mountain Activity holidays in summer.
Mountain Bike Park Pamporovo opens 30 June 2012.
Summer activities - including water skiing nearby at the Vacha or Dospat Dams.
In the summer there is horse riding,mountain biking and walking/hiking. Quad Biking. There is also fishing, canoeing, hunting and bird watching. Places of interest:-rock formations (eg the Miraculous Bridges , near the village of Kosovo; the "elephant" near Devin and "the maiden" resembling a standing woman on the outskirts of Shiroka Luca). The Yagodinska Cave/Yagodina and the Buinovo Gorge. The Trigad Gorge - the most impressive natural sight in Bulgaria where you will also find The Devil's Throat Cave. Chudnite Mostove rock formation in pine forest. Smilian and Arda are spectular mountain valleys and the Uhlovitsa Cave. Rockclimbing; river activities; roman ruins; caves; fortresses; monasteries; churches and chapels - four churches are considered artistic cultural monuments of national historic significance.
In Devin you will find the Vacha Dam/reservoir where you could water ski or alternatively Dospat Dam hosts a number of water sports in which you could partake.. Don't forget the water canyons in Smolyan: this is a breath taking walk with magnificent views, you could try abseiling down one of the water canyons.
Activities Centre at Pamporovo Village
Adventure
Try a Multi Activity Holiday to the beautiful Rhodopi Mountain area (including Pamporovo Ski Resort) for sunshine and relaxation as well as an extensive array of adrenaline and leisure sports activities. Our Activities Centre provides adventurous activities to suit all levels, and will appeal to friends and family, as well as couples and solos. We can also provide excursions for you to admire the magnificent scenery and for the cuture vultures to ancient Plovdiv (Roman) and the Thracian fortress of Perperikon. In other words, a holiday to suit all ages and to suit the passive to the adrenaline junkies.
Pamporovo/Forest Nook is situated in an area of Lakes and Mountains and is an area of outstanding natural beauty.
Take a look http://www.flickr.com/photos/ski_jacobs/sets/72157629489422592/show/
If you want excitement , there is caving, bungie jumping and a whole host of activities including Whitewater Rafting which is especially exciting in May and June.
Quad bikes and bicycles are available to rent through us and in Pamporovo and Smolyan.
The Canyon of Waterfalls in Smolyan is a breath taking walk with magnificent views, you could try abseiling down one of the water canyons. We organize visits for you to try the adventure or hike or view the sights.
For a little fun try paintballing at Smolyan Lakes or a day's fishing. You can go angling around Pamporovo, on fishing trips in Chepelare's surroundings. In the river which cuts through the town. It is possible to fish for trout, but you have to go a little further away if you will find the best fishing opportunities.
You may be able to horse ride to Greece from Arda.
Group holidays can be accommodated. Our neighbours' chalet is available for rent.
There is a possibility of horse riding holidays/pony trekking trips; which would use the chalets as a base. Just a ten minute drive away (a car can be arranged to take you there and bring you back). There is a riding school which caters for both novice and advanced riders. You can ride into the surrounding forest for anhour or trek into the beautiful scenery of the Rhodopes for up to 3 days.
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For Mountain Biking/Cultural Excursions/Nature and Wildlife
THe World Car Rally came to the Balkans for the first time in July 2010. There is plenty of exciting driving in the
mountain areas.
Although it is primarily a winter resort Pamporovo is also pleasant to visit off season, the picturesque surrounding mountains with peaks of up to 2000 metres (6550 ft) make for ideal hiking and mountain biking in the summer. Sunshine is generally reliable at 20-23C.
"NEWS FLASH!!! Pamporovo Mountain Bike Park opened 30n June 2012.
Looking for a cheaper alternative to the Alps?? Ever thought of Bulgaria?? Why would we suggest this??
One area, price of food and drink, but it goes beyond this. Accommodation, uplift, travel, in fact everything. Trails that are deserted, unmolested and raw, fantastic weather, friendly local riders, a number of other activities, paragliding, wakeboarding, atv's, horseriding etc etc all at a fraction of what you would pay in the Alps.
For a culture lovers holiday
History:-
The Rhodopes is home of the mythical singer Orpheus and the clan of guards of the sanctuary of Dionysus.
Archaeological excavations date back to the 7th century BC. There are remains of Thracian fortresses which guarded an ancient Thracian road from Abdera, on the Aegean coast, to Istros on the Danube. The churches and chapels date back to the Bulgarian Revival period (1762-1878) when cultural and educational life flourished in the region. 15 chapels are considered of regional historic significance. The Bachkovo Monastery is a must see.
Perperikon, Bulgaria's Delphi: the Ancient City of Excessive Pleasures!
Perperikon (changed through the years from the Greek name Hyperperakion) is the most significant archaeological find on Bulgarian territory for the last 20 years. Scientists believe that it was precisely Perperikon that was the temple of Dionysus described by Herodotus, which used to rival Delphi in Antiquity.
For Nature Lovers, twitchers etc.
Wildlife
The Rhodopes are a haven for bird watchers,and contain over 200 species - many of which are rare. You may see Golden Eagle, or dippers and kingfishers by streams. The highland lakes are really beautiful blue. There are lush meadows home to an abundance of wild flowers - many are not found anywhere else on Earth. According to legend the flower Silivriak with its pink petals (spring) bloomed out of the blood of Orpheus after he was dismembered. Silivriak (heberlea rhodopaensis) is the symbol of the Rhodopes. The region is famous for mushrooms and herbs.The Rhodopes are one of the few mountain ranges in Euirope where Brown Bear and wolves still live. There are guided walks on the wildlfe,birds and the rare plants and flowers and lovely walks and excursions into the Rhodopi mountains. The ski lifts run in summer.
Pamporovo is the southern most ski resort in Europe and the sunniest mountain resort in Bulgaria. Summer temperatures range from May 10C -20C with similar temperatures at the start of October.This is the time for hunting wild boar - excursions can be arranged. The autumn leaves are spectacular (New England Fall but in Europe).July and August can reach an average high of 24c and low rainfall July through September (about 30mm during each of these months, August being driest).
Car Hire during summer is recommended to take advantage of exploring the beautiful mountain area. A small family car would be adequate around £170 per week. The drive from the airport (Sofia) to Forest Nook takes about 3 hours and the scenery is lovely.
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Rural Retreat with breathtaking scenery
For Nature. Summer rural retreat with breathtaking scenery
Witness the rural splendor. Visit the "emerald eyes" of the Rhodope mountain area - the Smolyan Lakes. The deepest and most beautiful of the seven lakes is Muddy Lake (not muddy!). Devin Spa is famous and you could treat yourself! The Yagodina Cave is the longest cave in Bulgaria and is several storeys high in parts. You can take a tour which highlights the remarkable stalactites and stalagmites, which in places resemble curtains. Neolithic settlers lived in the caves in the 6th millennium BC. There is a spectacular underground waterfall 42m fall in the Devil''s Throat cave - so called because objects allowed to flow in do not flow out. The Trigradska River flows through the fantastic Devil's Throat Cave . Stretching 7,000 meters the water forms eighteen waterfalls and exits onto a canyon. It leads to the Trigad Gorge, a breathtaking natural phenomenon. Its incomparable karst formation is the most impressive natural sight in Bulgaria.
Ancient Plovdiv is contemporary to Troy and there are Roman ruins and Roman roads. There is a Roman amphitheatre still in use today. The lovely old town has been restored to its mid 19th century appearance. Plovdiv is definitely worth a visit. Modern Plovdiv is Bulgaria's second city. The children would appreciate a visit to the water park, Aqua Land in Plovdiv.
Zlatograd is an outdoor museum of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries - the Enlightenment period in Bulgaria.
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