Our
traditional studios are built in such a manner that blends in with
the local Cycladic architecture of the island of Santorini.
Whitewashed and complemented with blue window panes and doors, Kasimatis
Studios is as pretty as a picture. Each of our studios
has a large patio overlooking the infinite blue Aegean Sea. Nestled
among pretty flower pots, lie back and enjoy the stunning sunset in
your very own private veranda!
Kasimatis Studios
is run by a friendly, traditional Greek family which will make your
stay as heart-warming and authentic as can be. Our rooms
have an interesting history. The renovated building was called "Canava"
in the old days, as the Kasimatis family used to produce wine there.
Visitors can still taste the family's homemade wine, still produced
with traditional methods without preservatives and well-acknowledged
all over the island for its excellent taste.
Where are
Kasimatis Studios Located?
Kasimatis Studios
are located at the village Imerovigli,
around 3 km away from FIRA, the capital of Santorini,
13 km from the port and 9 km from the airport. Imerovigli
means "day watch" and it was named many years ago by the
local people, since it was the highest spot of the Caldera' s rim.
Its inhabitants used to watch the sea for pirate attacks.
One of
the most attractive places of Imerovigli
is the castle of Scaros. It was used as the main dwelling by the
Venetian leader Marko Sanouthos, who dominated the island in 1207.
The castle protected the western entrance of the island from attacks.
It included two portions, "Rocka" and an area where Roman
aristocrats and Catholic bishops had their residence. The castle
was never defeated during the 600 years of existence.
Imerovigli is a place over-sighting
Caldera, ideal for observation, photographs and videos under an
extraordinary variety of natural lights and colors. It is located
at the highest point of the Caldera's rim giving from any point
of the village a breathtaking view towards the volcano, the sea
and the surrounding islets. Because of its proximity with FIRA,
Imerovigli is connected with
a public road or by an old path, offering a spectacular view as
you walk along the rim.