While there is no need to leave your fabulous holiday home, there is so much of the Kassandra peninsula to explore. This southern section of the peninsula reveals some of the most beautiful spots to be found anywhere along the 550km of Halkidiki coastline.
Possidi Beach is exceptional with a touch of romance provided by a 19th-century lighthouse which is used to this day, the small flower garden beside it, adding to its beauty.
Down here, there are villages which have retained their authentic charm and their connection to the centuries-old history of the region, along with remains of ancient temples, fragrant pine forests and natural bays steeped in myths and folk legend.
The most breathtaking sunsets in northern Greece are visible from Possidi where the remains of ancient Mende, known throughout the Mediterranean for its wine, are still visible. Standing at the tip or “nose” of the cape near Possidi, at the archaeological site of Poseidon Temple you can watch the sun as it follows a downward trajectory beginning over Pilio and ending as it disappears behind the sharp, snow-covered peak of Mount Olympus in the far distance.
To view Greece’s other famous mountain a short drive across the peninsula will take you to Pefkochori, a beautiful old village surrounded by pine and olives trees growing down to the sea. Narrow streets, beautiful gardens, café’s and restaurants provide a fun relaxed atmosphere here, it is also quite lively at night. Why not have supper, a walk along the beach and watch the night come down over Mount Athos.
On the beach here at Pefkochori, you can see the fantastic work of local sculptor, Paraskevas Mageiras, this piece depicting the mythical Gigantomachy, or Battle of the Giants (particularly relevant since one version of this myth designates Kassandra as the place where the gods of Olympus clashed with the Giants)
The south of this stunning peninsula has so many beautiful villages, beaches and historical sites you will find them competing for your time at your fabulous holiday villa.