Handcrafted mountain hideaway
Handcrafted stone pathways weave through virgin fir forest, where wood smoke drifts from chimneys across the Anthochori gorge.
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Traditional Thessalian mountain cooking from wood-fired ovens pairs with estate honey, cheese crafting, and forest foraging walks.
Notable
Handcrafted stone chalets and cottages integrate exposed timber beams, rustic masonry, and traditional wood-burning stoves.
Notable
Hydrotherapy pool with cascading waterfall, cave sauna, herbal hammam, and treatments utilizing native Agrafa mountain botanicals.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
Stone by stone, Montanema grew into a cluster of cottages, mansions and villas where exposed timber, open fireplaces and wood-burning stoves define the atmosphere.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Tucked into the Agrafa Mountains, walking trails lead directly to Anthochori waterfalls, while Lake Plastira sits just four kilometers away.
The rooms
Stone cottages feature open fireplaces, exposed timber beams, handmade furniture, and private verandas looking straight out into the gorge.
The outdoor pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The seasonal outdoor pool rests on a stone sun deck overlooking the fir forest and valley.
The hydrotherapy pool
Heated water flows beneath timber ceilings in the indoor pool, fitted with hydrotherapy jets and a cascading waterfall.
The spa
Arched windows in the relaxation lounge look out to mountain cliffs, and treatments use native Agrafa mountain herbs.
Dogs stay too.
At the table
Fournia cooks over open fires and three wood ovens, using vegetables and herbs gathered from the estate gardens.
How it began
In 1999, hiker Christos Athanasiadis discovered a lone wooden hut in the fog and decided to build an entire village around it.
Good to know
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.