Local area attractions:
Paphos itself has lots to offer everyone - young and old, singles, couples and families. There are plenty of authentic places to eat, drink and while away those pleasant days and evenings. A charming fishing harbour and medieval fort, the old town with the daily local market and plenty of shops, all types of water sports from the beach, plenty of sports facilities for the active, plus thousands of years of history to discover, in particular the mosaics and amphitheatre at nearby Curium. There are many attractions available within the surrounding area including, for the more active, 3 golf courses, water sports, water park, safari trips, fishing, go-karting, 10 pin bowling, mini golf, horse riding, diving centre, tennis, fitness centres, shooting skiing (in the Troodos Mountains from beginning of January to end of March). Cycling and hiking/nature trails. In addition, more sedate and relaxing activities can be found within easy reach.
Golf:
Cyprus is rapidly becoming a favourite golfing destination and Villa Eos provides an ideal golfing holiday base. The daytime temperature rarely falls below 16 degree making playing conditions perfect in the cooler months. There are three excellent 18 hole golf courses close by. The nearest, Secret Valley Golf Club is just a 5 minute drive providing an excellent Cypriot golf experience as well as a fabulous restaurant. It has a driving range, chipping area and putting green and is close enough to get in some daily practice! The Aphrodite Hills Golf Complex has a championship course just a few miles further up the coast, a short 10 mins drive and is in a fantastic setting on 2 plateaus, 300m high. It plays to a Par 71 and measures 6665m. Finally, Tsada Golf Club is just 30 mins away on the road to Polis, is located in the grounds of a monastery, plays to a par 72 and measures 6060m. A fabulous variety.
Skiing:
Skiing in Cyprus I hear you say? Well, yes, it is possible to ski from the beginning of January to the end of March in the picturesque Troodos Mountains which are just an 1.5 hours drive from Villa Eos, Making it possible to ski in the mountains and swim in the sea on the same day.
