Iliahtida is an old family home recently renovated with love and respect to the local environment and the local architecture. Built of stone and wood in the edge of the nearby sea, like most homes located at the traditional village of Tristomo. It is a tourist villa, 100 m2, which can accommodate from two (2) up to four (4) guests. The house is functional and fully equipped, decorated and furnished with a unique traditional way of the island... The space Iliahtida Project is environmentally friendly and has been awarded the Green Key, from the Greek nature conservation company. It works only with renewable energy sources and has full autonomy for the daily needs of up to four (4) guests in electricity, hot water, internet via satellite etc. One of the peculiarities of this traditional accommodation is the rooms – even the bathroom -do not communicate with each other. The bedroom consists of a traditional wooden double bed (Sofa) and two sofa beds (benches). The kitchen can easily be converted into a second bedroom, as there is a sofa-bed (divan). The toilet is spacious and can comfortably meet the needs of all visitors... Guest access How to reach Tristomo and Iliahtida Project There is no highway to Tristomo so you can not drive to Iliahtida Project… Come to Tristomo a) By the sea using a boat: Once visitors arrive at the international airport of Karpathos, they can take a taxi or rent a car, so after driving an hour you will reach the nearest village from Tristomo, Diafani village… From there a boat in less than an hour will take you to Tristomo and Iliahtida… b) On foot from Diafani village or Avlona, walking in one of the two (2) very old trails that will lead you to Tristomo. First path: Starting from Diafani you will walk the path named “Xyloskala”, situated on the eastern side of the island… The distance is ten (10) kilometers to go and the time you need to get to Tristomo will be three and a half (3.5) hours… Second path: The second route starts from the traditional village of Avlona (traditional settlement) on the route to “Gitsila” name, situated on the west side of the island… The distance is eight and a half (8.5) kilometers and the time you need to get to Tristomo is three (3) hours… Other things to note Your nutrition Come to Iliahtida Project and enjoy a diet that is rich in flavors of the local cuisine of Karpathos island… In Tristomo there are no shops to buy food nor places to eat or drink. So in Iliahtida Project each visitor will have the opportunity to acquire basic necessities and of course after agreement to choose the diet he/she prefers through regional meals that we prepare. Mediterranean diet with high quality local products Tristomo, Karpathos is a special place in the southern part of Greece, the country of light… One of these peculiarities also involves the local cuisine directly influenced by the Mediterranean diet, as this delightful place is located in the heart of the Mediterranean. In Iliahtida Project every visitor will be able to choose the diet that fits from foods that are made with top quality local products. Mediterranean diet which it is based on A) Fruits and vegetables B) Oil C) Fish and seafood D) Cereals and Legumes etc. Nutrition methods – Choose how your diet will be prepared A) Preparation of meals from you (product sourcing)… We give you the opportunity upon request to prepare a list of foods – raw materials, you desire. We will arrange for your supply. This way you can prepare yourself your meals in a fully equipped kitchen that Iliahtida has. B) Preparation of meals from us (catering)… We – upon request – offer a selection of local dishes, covering your dietary needs for breakfast, lunch and dinner. These comprised choices of dishes used in a local – Mediterranean cuisine. We will prepare your meals and we will serve them in your room...