Avles Studio

The studio “Avles” is a traditional stone building in Kourounochori, Naxos. It combines traditional architectural elements, bioclimatic construction and modern comforts. It is decorated with love and attention to detail. Accommodates 4 people, has an open plan kitchen-living room as well as a bedroom. The paved courtyards, open to the view of the valley of Melanes, offer moments of relaxation under the centuries-old olive trees. The space The studio "Avles" is a traditional stone building in Kourounochori, Naxos. It combines traditional architectural elements, bioclimatic construction and modern comforts. It is decorated with love and attention to detail. Accommodates 3 people, has an open plan kitchen-living room as well as a bedroom. The paved courtyards, open to the view of the valley of Melanes, offer moments of relaxation under the centuries-old olive trees. Other things to note The “courtyards” are located in the beautiful valley of Melanes, in the "Chorion of the Coron". The name of the village is associated with the existence of the medieval Tower of Sanouda (13th AD), which is visible from the accommodation, Kourounochori as it is called today is ten minutes from Chora and twenty minutes from the most beautiful beaches of the Island. On the opposite side of the valley is the village of Agioi Apostoloi. In the area are noteworthy monuments and historical sites, easily accessible for the guest. They can be reached by means of transport or simply by following the traditional paths, which extend parallel to the streams that irrigate the area for millennia from the nearby source of Flerio. Nearby is the archaic oversized Kouros, lying for centuries within the orchards, among the ancient quarries of the area. A little more a second Kouros, the Sanctuary of the Springs and the Trench, a listed part of the ancient aqueduct that supplied Chora with water. An important monument of the area is the Byzantine chapel of St. George, which operates as a Christian temple from the 12th century. Inside there are still frescoes of Roman baths from the ancient use of the temple 3rd-4th AD century. Exploring the cobbled streets of the area, the visitor can reach Kalamitsia, the summer resort of the Jesuit Order, meet the old olive presses and visit the country house of the Ursuline School. The old Village School operates today as a cultural center and is home to various activities and exhibitions. It also houses a small museum with local finds. Kournochori, with its unique atmosphere and the preservation of its traditional elements, offers a glimpse into the history and culture of Naxos. It is a vibrant village that preserves its authenticity, inviting guests to discover its history and beauty. Registration Details 1354132