The quaint and traditional village of Mandria in Cyprus is quite possibly one of the more untouched places on the island to call home. It has not been over-developed, over-modernised or even over-run with tourists and as a result it maintains the laid back Mediterranean feel that so many people want to relocate to Cyprus to sample.
Using Cyprus’s modern road network, the village of Mandria is within easy reach of both Limassol and Pafos, strong centres for commerce, tourism, entertainment and also shopping, and also within easy reach of two of the island’s planned new marinas. It is just a short drive away from the international airport at Pafos which, together with the other international airport in Cyprus at Larnaca, is being extended and upgraded so that Mandria is certainly accessible and well catered for in terms of amenities and first class infrastructure, but because it is just set a little way off the beaten track, entering the village is like stepping back into another age.
The residents of the village are very modest people but they are rightly proud of their close knit and friendly community, and they are happy to welcome visitors and show them around, sharing with them the majesty of the location with its tree lined streets, small village square, easy access to the sea and the stunning views of the Troodos Mountains behind and in the distance.
In recent years a limited number of developments have been given permission for establishment within the greater Mandria district. These developments have had to adhere to the strictest low-density, high-grade building standards as laid down by the community council, and as a result they enhance the local area and have brought a welcome infusion of new residents, both young and old.
Cyprus is truly a destination beloved by all – no matter whether you first visit as a child on your summer holidays or as a retiree in search of some winter sunshine – and Mandria manages to encapsulate all that is loved about Cyprus. For example the climate in Mandria is so perfect that the area is a very fertile agricultural centre with production of everything from lemons to bananas and from avocadoes to pistachios very prevalent. The village is also home to traditional tavernas serving local fare, local wine and local brews, and because the areas surrounding the village have been largely preserved from development there are spectacular sea views available from the likes of Aristo Developers’ brand new Zephyros Village project which is being carefully integrated into the surrounding community so as not to disturb local wildlife or damage the environment around it.
Zephyros Village is typical of the low-density high-grade developments enhancing the perfect Cypriot landscape and feel that Mandria embodies. It is an apartment based resort that many overseas buyers are interested in as it gives them a base for holidays throughout the year or else it is a perfect place to call home for those who want to move to live permanently in the stunning Cyprus sunshine. The apartments within the resort are of course within reach of the delights of Mandria, but they also have a sauna, gym and a swimming pool with a separate children’s paddling area and even a bowling-green onsite too. What’s more, because Mandria is so close to such a wide array of amenities, those who live or holiday at Zephyros Village can visit Aphrodite’s birthplace which is just a short drive away or they can spend a day at the internationally acclaimed Secret Valley Golf Course for example. With two more courses planned for the area future golfing options also look bright.
It’s not hard to see why those who discover Mandria are mad about it because it has the best of the Cypriot sunshine, the best of the Cypriot lifestyle and it is off the beaten track, less well discovered and therefore is one of the more affordable places in Cyprus to call home too. Talk about having your cake and eating in – in Mandria you certainly can!
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The Cyprus based dynamic and innovative property development company Aristo Developers offer a wide range of beautifully designed homes for sale across the island. Their development of apartments at Mandria called Zephyros Village is typical of their approach to developing high quality yet affordable homes.
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