Experience the hotel Taleton and discover a world of natural beauty while enjoying quality accommodation with high standard services!
The Guesthouse Taleton took its name from the highest peak of Taygetos and is far from the noise of the city at the foot of the mountain, in the heart of Xirokampi, a traditional village in a very short distance from the city of Sparta (and even closer At Camp KEEM Sparta).
Arriving at the guesthouse you will be impressed by the old olive oil tank that dominates the entrance of the building which was used in the 19th century as a rural warehouses and a place of silk production. The building is considered a traditional example of the industrial architecture of lakonal and most especially of the Mani area which is based on stone and wood. Thus, Taleton becomes a model of high energy autonomy since both natural materials and technology offer a unique experience with conscience and respect to the environment.
Its 10 rooms are individually decorated. Some with fireplace, some with kitchenette, either single-spaced or small apartments of two levels, satisfy the requirements of every visitor, while the combination of products Cocomat and Dunlopillo offer excellent quality of sleep and relaxation.
In the beautiful outdoor courtyard during the spring season and during the summer months, you can taste an excellent traditional breakfast or enjoy the tranquility of the Greek countryside sipping your coffee from the friendly and attentive staff of Taleton.
The taverns and restaurants of the village invite you to a tasteful meeting with the local cuisine and the exceptional local wines so that you have fun responsibly since they are just a breath away from the guest house.
The village is surrounded by countless orange trees, olive groves, lush mountains, archaeological treasures and stunning monasteries. The area of Faris is in the pan-European Network of Protection Natura 2000 and this makes it ideal for relaxing walks in nature, cycling or even for the most adventurous, base for hiking excursions to the top of Taygetos or for other Activities such as mountaineering, bird watching (Bird watching) and Speleological explorations.
The road trips, apart from the ones of Sparta and Mystras, often lead to the seaside and picturesque Gytheio with the blue flags awarded beaches, Diros Caves, Areopolis, the capital of Mani, Monemvasia or even Neapolis Laconia associated with Elafonisos and Kythira.
We are happy to offer you authentic Laconian hospitality without being separated from your little four legged friends!
Under the reception area guests can visit the old olive oil tank.
The cylindrical tank with a dome was built in 1850 by experienced archbuilders.
Its volume (40 m³) and the quality of the construction of carved marble stones are the main characteristics of this unique underground monument.
This olive oil tank has been constructed by a master builder, Konstantinos Farmasoni, who worked in the area in the 19th century with early 20th.
It has a cylindrical shape with a dome that closes at the top and with a conical graduated shape on the floor to gather any residue during the precipitation of the oil’s requested elements.
It has a diameter of 2.80 m. And a height of 5.80 m. Its capacity is approximately 40 cubic meters.
If we consider that the average family needs 8 olive oil, that is 140 kilos a year, then it would take 220 years to consume the oil that fits the tank.
The tank has been constructed with Marmaropetra from Taygetos and specifically from a quarry above Anogia.
It is estimated that the stones that were carved to make the tank are around 600 with dimensions ranging from 25 to 40 cm long, 20 to 30 centimeters tall, and 20 to 25 centimeters thick.
Externally there is concrete 15 cm thick consisting of a skyra of various sizes with a land of theraic mortar
Taleton Eco Guest House is an ecological, stone guesthouse, set in the foundations of natural beauty and wealth, where the world of varied flowers and trees thrive.
It is where many passersby of several nationalities stop in order to rest from their wandering, admire the scenery, visit the area’s attractions and collect new information, as well as memories.
Except from its location, if one makes reference to its structure, he/she quickly realizes that the guesthouse is made up of 10 rooms / apartments, all of which have a certain name due to the worship of people, especially visitors, for the ancient Greek mythology.
The aforementioned apartments are divided into five categories so that they can reach even the most difficult tastes of each visitor individually.
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