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August 7, 2024
Mpelleiko is a gorgeous traditional home overlooking the picturesque mountain village of Stemnitsa. The grounds have beautiful terraced gardens and the house has historical decor and modern amenities. You stay here, however, to interact with Nena, the owner and hostess of this oikos. Nena's family has owned Mpelleiko for generations, and she has written the histories of both the home and the town of Stemnitsa. Nena will make sure you arrive to the home in one piece, then once you're there, make you feel like family. Immediately upon arrival, she met us in the town square and guided us to Mpelleiko, where she offered us a drink and answered all of our questions about the town. The next morning, Nena made us a lovely breakfast (coffee, pastries from her family bakery, homemade breads, her mother's sour cherry jam, frittata, and more). Being a geographer at heart, Nena took out her maps and devised a route for us to take that day, which couldn't have been more perfect for our travel tastes. We can't wait to return to spend more time at Mpelleiko.