Double Room, Casa Carolina Maramures

Reconnect with nature and the slower pace of northern Transylvania in the village of Cupseni. Our 3 bedroom self-catering holiday home is the perfect base to discover the Unesco-listed wooden churches of Maramures, enjoy breathtaking views of Satra, Gutai and Hudin Mountains or go skiing in I I am The space A room in wonderful holiday home perfect for a family of 8-11 or group of friends who wish to be close to nature but don't want to camp. Self catering or all meals provided. Cupseni Village is the ideal location to: Go hiking in Satra Mountain and visit Satra Monastery with its beautiful views of the Costeni & Cupseni Villages Visit Rohia & Rohiita Monasteries - 24 km - 40 min drive Visit Raoaia Monastery - 40 min drive Go skiing in Cavnic - 52 km - 1h 15 min drive Day trips further afield Visit famous and unique Barsana Monasteries - 79km - 1.40 min Take a bath in Ocna Sugatag therapeutic saltwater spa - 68 km - 1 h 30 min Visit Valea Izei with its many picture-perfect views of old wooden churches Visit the World Heritage Merry Cemetery of Sapanta - 135 km - 3 h via Sighet City Visit Sighet City and learn about Romania's 45 years under communism at the Victims of Communism Memorial Museum Food & drinks Taste local foods such as 'mamaliga cu branza', 'malai cu slanina', 'balmos', 'plum, apple or pear horinca'. You can order these delicious local dishes from our warm neighbour who will be happy to cook them for you. When visiting sights, if the opportunity arises, we warmly recommend a lunch of freshly-caught grilled trout & mamaliga. Activities depending on season Hiking & walking in nature is the most enjoyable activity in this natural setting Walking & cycling around the village and all around Tara Lapusului is very enjoyable. Currently we can supply 2 adult & 3 child bikes. Please ask. Take a day trip to a local shepherd's enclosure, with fresh sheep-cheese lunch provided - ask for details Traditional egg decoration with village women in the week before the Orthodox Easter --- 1st of May 2016 - ask for details Future Easter dates to help you plan: 2022 - 24 aprilie 2023 - 16 aprilie 2024 - 5 mai 2025 - 20 aprilie Scything and hay stack making with a local farmer --- July - September - ask Sylvia for details Trip on a horse-drawn sledge --- December - Jan depending on weather Guided tours with English, Italian or German speaking tourist guide - ask for details Mountain tours with trained mountain guide - ask for details Guest access Guests have access to their rooms, the shared bathrooms, the kitchen dining room, living room and wonderful summer or winter terrace. Guests have access to the gardens, they can use the picnic tables and can make a camp fire using wood provided. During your stay We can socialise with our guests at Casa Carolina or we can let them enjoy the house, the gardens and the village via self guided walks. I am available via phone, email or Whatsapp. Viorica our cook and caretaker is available as needed on site. Other things to note Casa Carolina is located 5 min drive from Cupseni Village Road on the hill separating two villages. Explore the village, breathe the fresh air and enjoy the panoramic views. Many of our guests extend their stay! The views over the valleys are breathtaking and the silence is unforgettable.