This century-old building, which first started operating as a hotel in the 1950s, isn’t quite as grand as most historic Pelion mansions, but it definitely ranks among the nicest places to stay in the area. Inside, it feels like a slightly old-fashioned, but elegant British country-house hotel. The previous (British-American) owners filled the large living and dining room, the library, as well as the smallish bedrooms with gleaming English Victorian antiques and served their guests English breakfast and afternoon tea. When Clare and Christos, a young British-Greek couple bought the house and all of its contents – including the quirky collection of statues of unicorns – they decided to continue in the same spirit, while adding a fresh dose of enthusiasm and friendliness. They receive their guests as friends, spoiling them with excellent breakfasts and brunches, as well as wonderful candle-lit evening dinners, served in the elegant dining room or in the idyllic, terraced garden.