Carmichael Country Cottages

2 properties

7 reviews

Experienced owner


Joined 2004

Carmichael Country Cottages

Owner from By Biggar, United Kingdom

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Carmichael cottages have been self catering operators in Cyprus and Scotland for nearly 30 years

2 properties


7 reviews

Family from Suttoncoldfield, United Kingdom

Gordon

Family from Suttoncoldfield, United Kingdom · July 2019
Three generations of our family stayed here July/August 2019 There was ample room for everyone You can walk to Bellapais there are 100 steps down to negotiate though :) A cafe is a very close if you don't want to cook breakfast The contact from the owners was excellent The houses are old Cypriot style and very comfortable We hired cars to visit Girne, Nicosia and various other resorts, Acapulco is recommended if you have children We would love to stay here again

 From High Wycombe, United Kingdom

Neil

From High Wycombe, United Kingdom · August 2004
A very good gite, well situated in a village with boulangerie, tabac and restaurant. Good location for the many delights of the region and with the added bonus of a warm welcome from the resident owners.

 From Terni, Italy

Valerio

From Terni, Italy
When we arrived at the villa, Yusof, the helpful assistant, showed us all the rooms and we couldnt believe it was so big! There were 14 people in our party, made up of a family with children, married couples and single friends everyone of us had its own space and privacy and, at the same time, we also had comfortable spaces to stay together, like the living room with kitchen in The House that jack built, where we had breakfast, the terrace in the Mountain Villa, where we had dinner and BBQ, and the pool area, where we used to have fresh air after dinner. The villas have typical cypriot forniture, we liked it so much, and a wonderful view on Bellapais Abbey and Kyrenia seaside. Good value for money, good stay, helpful assistance for everything, we definitely recommend it to whom is looking for a peaceful and relaxing holiday, and as a strategic point to discover all the beauties of Northern Cyprus.
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Reply from Carmichael Country Cottages

These were our very first guests from Italy and we are very happy that they enjoyed our unique village and our unique property. Cyprus has changed so much in the 50 years since my father built "The house that Jack built" and yet Cypriot original values and spectacular locations are still hidden away behind the massive new build on the Kyrenia plains below. We are so very pleased to have found another happy family of visitors discerning enough to have spotted the difference. Thanks indeed to Valerio for leading his family group to Carmichael cottages, Bellapais.!

 From Torquay

Glen

From Torquay
First class property

 From Edinburgh

Gavin

From Edinburgh
The Carmichael property commands spectacular views across the village of Bellapais and down to the sea. The three separate "cottages" have been well renovated and have all necessary conveniences to make a stay relaxed and comfortable for groups both large and small. Property ideal for those who like to be in the midst of a traditional Cypriot village while enjoying the opportunity to walk in the hills above the cottage, relax in the many good bars and restaurants in Bellapais, or hit the tourist trail and explore the world of Lawrence Durrell or the more normal attractions such as Bellapais Abbey, Kyrenia Castle (and town), St Hilarion Castle and Lara beach. A fantastic location, a fantastic holiday!

 From Worcester

Richard

From Worcester
The whole family thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Bellapais and we would thoroughly recommend it to anyone
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Reply from Carmichael Country Cottages

Another perfect fit for our Bellapais villas. A multi-generational family group of ten having a great time in high summer with virtually every meal outside and a cool pool to relax in and enough shadey corners , sunny terraces and hideway places for everyone to have their own space and yet big enough family dining and board game playing places for everyone to get together round one table when desired.

 From Devizes

Richard

From Devizes
A charming and comfortable property, well appointed and sufficiently large for our near-capacity party not to feel crowded. The villas' location affords easy access to both coastal and mountain attractions, and is only a very short walk from the Abbey and numerous restaurants. We found the villagers very friendly. In summary, a superb base for a most enjoyable holiday.
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Reply from Carmichael Country Cottages

Our Bellapais property is increasingly a unique undisturbed corner of Cyprus with the rarities of a fantastic 360 degree view and an ancient village with very real 12th century abbey and proud and welcoming villagers both Cypriot and other nationalities.
The property works best for a multi generational family group like Richard from Devizes' family but would also be great for couples and individuals sharing the same interest- for example holidays such as geology, antiquities, painting, walking or springtime wildflowers.
As much of the island appears under construction at times, it is lovely to return at the end of the day to the tranquility of upper Bellapais or even to stay in all day just relaxing.
It is really appreciated by us who spent our 1960's childhood in the village to see new families having such a glorious time in our much loved family home.

A genuine Cyprus village house in a lovely quiet location.

A genuine Cyprus village house complex away from traffic noise

Jeni and Ges write from London on 19th May 2006

Dear Richard & Patricia

Well, sadly we are home once more having had one of the best holidays ever in your wonderful Bellapais villa - a little slice of paradise indeed.


Kirsty writes from Glasgow in summer 2005

I have visited before for the Sunday Herald magazine and loved the village and house so much that I want to return with my family this year.