Location and price.

“Great spot, excellent host, some upgrades needed to the furniture”

Lovely views over Sparta. The host, George, was excellent and supplied us with some items we wanted for cooking. He asked for a list of items needed when we left so he could buy them.

The owner is really lovely , we were welcome so tenderly Kindness , we were not well and he helped us. Thank you so much I recommend 100%

Beautiful cottage. Old style country but with all modern comforts. View of castle and Sparta. Quiet and peaceful. Enchanting. Exceptionally gracious and helpful host.

“I booked for 5 nights, ended up staying for 11. That’s how welcoming and enjoyable the stay was a a solo traveller”

It’s taken me a little time to write this review as I wanted the time to reflect on what was the most enjoyable, memorable, hospitable stay but also because this place is an absolute hidden gem in heart of the Peloponnese above Sparta. I arrived later than planned at midnight after misjudging the mountain road drive-time from Nafplio, but George the owner waited up and greeted me with a much needed glass of wine and friendly welcoming conversation. The property lane is quite easy to miss the first time you arrive as it’s right on the corner bend of the winding road a few km above Mystras. The small lane is a little bumpy past a waterfall and small rocky outcrop which at first might seem daunting but this is precisely what makes Forest Rock so peaceful, secluded and hidden once you arrive. Situated amongst the forest on the mountain side, the view across the Spartan valley over the city below is absolutely stunning and a marvel to behold. I never grew tired of it night or day. Time slows down here, it’s a place of healing and a dwelling for the heart. I especially enjoyed the wild dogs howling to one another across the valley as evening draws in. The accommodation itself has been lovingly curated over time to make it feel like a genuine home. It is humble, comfortable and warm with all the kitchen facilities one needs to cook if desired. Guide books and maps are likewise on the bookshelf, the wardrobe has plenty of blankets & towels, and the bathroom is recently fitted with a new shower. I’ll never forget the view on the first morning, simply beyond words, the week I stayed in April the trees were in full bloom with fuchsia pink flowers alive with the background hum of the bee’s. Speaking of bee’s the local restaurants have their own hives and I highly recommend asking and trying their honey. Sparta itself is only a 10 min drive, 7km away for shops etc m, alternatively George has an e-bike you can use which is a much better way to travel the mountain.

The bed was very bad. The fornitures were very old and bad.

I liked how chill it was. No barkingof dogs, no michanakia, no screaming children, just wind and birds.

“The house with beautiful view for the valley where current Sparta is localised”

The house is localised in very, very secluded and silent place on the slope with beautiful view for the valley where current Sparta is localised. The house is not overly big but quite well equipped (e.g there is a grill). The host is very kind, responsive and helpful.

Nice quiet location near Mystras with a view on the valley of Sparta.