Beaches

Samos has a coastline full of contrasts: long stretches of quiet water, hidden coves, dramatic cliffs and soft-sand bays.

● Kaladakia Beach & Cave - 400m steep down from Mandilada you find one of the most beautiful beaches on Samos Island. With sunbeds, beach bar, clear waters, surrounded by giant rocks and a watercave you’ll find anything you need.

● Balos Beach (2km) – a quiet long beach with clear waters and a fiew unique restaurants and bars. You find shadow under trees, umbrellas or in the cave at the end of the beach.

● Votsalakia Beach (5km) – Long, calm, sunlit. The beach at the foot of Mount Kerkis, perfect for morning swims and long evenings.

● Psili Ammos Beach (10km) – Shallow turquoise water and soft sand — ideal for families and anyone who prefers warm, gentle seas.

● Limnionas Beach (14km) – quiet idyllic small beach with sunbeds and a fiew Tavernas. Sailing boats love to stay around this bay in crystal clear water.

● Potami Beach & Waterfalls (19km) – Raw beauty: a pebble beach leading into forest paths and the trail to the Waterfalls & Seitani bays.

● Mikro Seitani & Megalo Seitani Beach (19km) – Two remote beaches only reachable by foot or boat. Wild, untouched, and worth every step.

● Kerveli Beach & Mourtia Beach (40 km) - Green, sheltered and peaceful — a real escape.

Nature & Trails

Samos is one of the greenest Greek islands, made for explorers

● Mount Kerkis - The highest peak in the eastern Aegean — dramatic, powerful, full of hiking trails and sunset points.

● Pythagoras’ Cave - A short but steep hike leads you to the legendary cave where Pythagoras is said to have lived and studied.

● Potami Waterfalls - A refreshing adventure: walk through the riverbed, climb wooden ladders, and reach natural pools hidden in the forest.

Villages & Towns

Samos has some of the most charming villages in the Aegean — each with its own rhythm

● Koumeika Village (1km) — a beautiful local village with a traditional “Plateia” to enjoy delicious greek food or drinks.

● Ormos Village – this beautiful village with it’s small harbour for sailing and fishing boats is a perfect place to stroll around, have a coffe, an ice cream or delicious greek food in one of the resturants.

● Pythagoreio - a UNESCO-listed harbour town with ancient ruins, lively cafés, a marina, and a beautiful promenade.

● Kokkari - cosy, colourful and full of life. Tavernas right by the water, surf beaches, and narrow village streets.

● Manolates - a mountain village filled with artists, ceramics, workshops, and panoramic views.

● Vourliotes - traditional, green and alive with small tavernas serving homemade food.

● Karlovassi - a mix of neoclassical houses, quiet cafés and local life — perfect for slow wandering.

History & Culture

Samos is steeped in mythology, philosophy and ancient craftsmanship

● Heraion of Samos - Once one of the greatest temples of the ancient world — dedicated to Hera, born on Samos.

● Tunnel of Eupalinos - An engineering wonder from the 6th century BC — a perfectly aligned water tunnel carved straight through the mountain.

● Archaeological Museum of Samos - Home to the colossal Kouros statue and countless ancient treasures

● Roman Aqueduct, Byzantine churches, old monasteries - History woven into the landscape.

Wineries & Local Flavor

● Samos is famous for its Muscat wine — sweet, golden and deeply aromatic.

● Samos Wine Museum & local wineries - Wine tastings, history and beautiful vineyard views.

● Small tavernas - Fresh fish, wild greens, tomatoes that taste like sunshine, local honey, olives and long dinners under the stars.

About us

We are a travel-loving family.

We love places with character, beauty, and a sense of ease.

We have known Samos — and Mandilada — for decades.

It is a place we have always felt connected to, for its landscape, its calm, and its openness.

When the opportunity came to take responsibility for Mandilada, it felt natural to care for it and bring it back to life.

Today, we are grateful to reopen Mandilada as a family village shaped by what we value ourselves:

simple days, open nature, and time spent together.

We are happy to share this place with you.

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