About
Our Story
Established in 1989 as a family home, POLAS was originally self-designed and built by our founding generation. What began as a house evolved into stone guesthouses, created with the intention of welcoming friends. As our family expanded, the main house and stone cottages underwent transformations. The internal courtyard became a versatile events venue, complemented by a quaint chapel added across the garden. Our guesthouses comfortably accommodate 20 people. Since hosting our inaugural social event in 2004, we have been consistently operating as an events venue, welcoming guests and travelers throughout the year.
The Present
With the new generation of our family at the helm, the space is undergoing a transformative upgrade. Our mission is to facilitate the crafting of unforgettable experiences, drawing inspiration from the Mediterranean lifestyle. To achieve this, we are once again reshaping our space into a dynamic year-round collaboration and event venue, offering immersive stays infused with art and nature.
Location
Avia’s Origins
In the location where Avia stands today, historians and archaeologists would place the Homeric city of Ire, which in Homer’s Iliad is referred to as "poiessa", that is, a land so lush, verdant and fertile that it resembles of poetry.
Nearby POLAS
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POLAS is located in a geographical sweet spot offering the possibility to those who wish to visit the major points of interest in the wider region, all within about an hour's drive.
Traveling east, one can visit the tourist attractions of Kardamili, Stoupa, and the traditional villages of Mani, while, to the west, Pylos, Methoni and Koroni are equally accessible and distinctly historic. The award-winning beach of Voidokoilia, the waterfalls of Polylimnion, the lagoon of Gialova, the mountain villages of Alagonia, and the beaches of Lagouvardos and Ag. Nikolaos are some of the most famous places that enchant every traveler. Ask us and we will guide you through everything.
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Cultural and historical attractions of the area include the Archaeological Museum of Kalamata, the Archaeological site of the historical city of Ancient Messina and the annual Kalamata International Dance Festival that takes place every July. Also, the city of Kalamata and many villages in the broader area of Mani host during the year special festivals and local celebrations around food, traditional festivities, and musical events, such as the annual Jazz music festival in Kardamili.
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In addition to the vast olive groves and lush vegetation, the local microclimate of Avia is characterized by moderate humidity and high temperatures throughout the year. As a result of climate change, the Messinian climate is transforming over the years into increasingly tropical paths, giving us sunny, warm days for the majority of the year.
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Built on an elevated hill of the foot of Mount Kalathi, POLAS is located in an ideal spot for any visitor. Both for those who wish to travel and get to know the beauties of Messinia, as well as for those who want to relax and have direct access to the blue beaches and the imposing mountain. Just 20 km from the local airport and 10 km from the center of Kalamata, our estate is located a breath away from the sea of Archontiko Avias, while it is easily accessible by car and/or local transport. Alternatively, Athens airport is approximately 2.5 hours away by car.
