CHARMING 2-STOREY HOUSE!! The property is situated in a well developed and peaceful village 24 miles from the historical city of Veliko Tarnovo and 10 miles from the town of Pavlikeni. The village is in a good location with good access to nearby cities. The area is picturesque and surrounded by forests and rivers. A massive 2-storey house with a traditional Bulgarian look! A great location - only 24 miles from the historic city of Veliko Tarnovo and close to the town of Pavlikeni - 10 miles. One of the largest towns in the area Sevlievo is only 16 miles away. The village is located close to the Alexander Stamboliiski Dam - only a 10 minutes drive. Gorsko Kalugerovo is very well maintained with good roads and shops. There are other English families living in the village. The most attractive landmarks in the area are: - The historical museum in the town of Pavlikeni; - The Pavlikeni zoo - free access for visitors; - The ancient ceramic centre close to Pavlikeni; - The historical museum of Byala Cherkva; - The Alexander Stamboliiski dam - one of the biggest dams in north Bulgaria; - The Kramolin dam - only 5 miles from the village; - The Goliama Garvanitsa cave; - The Gladnik waterfall. SPACIOUS GARDEN - TRADITIONAL LOOK - BASEMENT - SHOWER ROOM - AMAZING VIEWS - OUTBUILDINGS - PARKING SPACE - FURNITURE - FURNACE - SMALL VINEYARD The property has outbuildings and a large garden. The ground floor of the house has a corridor / room / basement. On the first floor you will find a corridor / two bedrooms and a closet. The summer kitchen has an entrance hall / kitchen / living room / dining room and shower room. All rooms have preserved traditional Bulgarian furniture and elements. There is a wood stove in the kitchen. Next to the house there is a two storey barn and some outbuildings for storage space. There is a big entrance / shed - ideal for parking. The plot has a small vineyard, fruit trees and a flat garden - perfect for growing fresh veg. The property has a furnace and an outdoor sink. The roof is in good condition. There is asphalt road leading to the property allowing for all year access. Plot of Land = 1471 m2 Despite the splendid rural location the property is very easy to access and really is a fantastic place to own a home in the beautiful Bulgarian countryside. IT'S 100% FREEHOLD AND REGULATED!!! THE VILLAGE OF GORSKO KALUGEROVO The Village of Gorsko Kalugerovo has everything you require for day to day living. The village is located in a fertile valley close to the Alexander Stamboliiski Dam. North of the village is the Sofia - Varna rail line. The British owned village cafe “Globe Kitchen & G-Kal Bakery” has a bakery offering coffee, drinks and a daily menu along with special evening events. The place sells delicious handmade breads, cakes and tasty meals inspired by recipes from all over the world. The coastal City of Varna with its famous beach resorts and international airport is 170 miles away. The village is located approximately 145 miles from the capital City Sofia & International Sofia Airport and about 115 miles from the City of Bucharest (RO) and the International Airport "Otopeni". The village is only 24 miles from the historical City of Veliko Tarnovo. Located on the famous "River Yantra" (the 3rd longest Bulgarian tributary of the Danube River) "VT" is one of the most popular destinations for tourists in Bulgaria. From the rich historical value to the thriving modern nightlife and natural surroundings with excellent opportunities for outdoor recreational activities Veliko Tarnovo offers you everything you could ever want for a perfect holiday!! This really is a property with potential !! SUHINDOL - PAVLIKENI - SEVLIEVO REGION SUHINDOL The Municipality of Suhindol is located in northern Bulgaria and is one of the municipalities of the district of Veliko Tarnovo. The municipality has 6 settlements with a population of 2700 people. The settlements are the town of Suhindol (municipality centre) and the villages: Byala Reka, Koevtsi, Gorsko Kalugerovo, Gorsko Kosovo and Krasno Gradishte. The Town of Suhindol is in the north central Bulgaria area of the district of Veliko Tarnovo. The area is excellent for growing wine grapes. The local co-operative "Gamza" is famous for producing wines from the local vine of the same name. Suhindol winemakers craft Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon and a local variety called "Dimyat". The town's proximity to the dam on the Rositsa river and the foothills of the Balkan mountains make it a popular tourist destination. The Rositsa river is known to hold "Som" or european catfish. Suhindol is one of the best known and wealthiest historical Bulgarian settlements. According to archeologists of the Veliko Tarnovo museum, signs of human settlement in the area date to the Neolithic (New Stone) age - approx. 6000 years B.C. Suhindol has existed as a town for over a century. According to the archaeologist Polichronii Sirku who visited the town in 1878 a wealthy Roman village existed in the vicinity. Folk tales tell that the town is ancient - however the age it is not established with any certainty. In the area of "Seltze" there are remnants of a settlement dating back to the 2nd century and in "Drachevo" remains of a medieval fort known as "Diritza" were found. The ancient name of Suhindol was "Seoundal". PAVLIKENI The Municipality of Pavlikeni is situated in the north central region of the country. It occupies the west central part of the district of Veliko Tarnovo. The municipality has 20 settlements with a population of about 25000 people. The Town of Pavlikeni is situated in the central part of the Danubian Plain about 2 miles north of the Rositsa river and close to the Karaisen Lake. The location is near the cities of Veliko Tarnovo, Levski, Sevlievo and Byala. The town of Pavlikeni is not far from the mountains which offer great outdoor activities and sports opportunities all year – skiing in the winter and hiking in the summer. SEVLIEVO The Municipality of Sevlievo is in central northern Bulgaria at the crossroads between Pleven, Veliko Tarnovo and Gabrovo. The Corridor E-71 is close to Sevlievo providing excellent transport links. The town has excellent transport links to important commercial and cultural centres such as Veliko Tarnovo, Gabrovo and Pleven. The central bus station in Sevlievo has regular bus services to all parts of Bulgaria Sevlievo has excellent opportunities for tourism: the town has many landmarks that attract tourists all year round. Sevlievo hosts both national and international festivals and celebrations such as the international band festival and the traditional festival of the story. Each year the town holds a freestyle wrestling tournament in memory of Dan Kolov. The the biggest landmarks in the municipalities and the region are: - The historical museum in the town of Pavlikeni – established in 1978. The museum researches and keeps a record of the cultural and historical heritage of the 20 settlements in the region. The museum has seven exhibitions – the ancient ceramic centre, art gallery, archeology, renaissance, ethnography, new history and temporary exhibitions. - The ancient ceramic centre near the town of Pavlikeni – dates back to 1971. A furnace for the extraction of household ceramics dating from the Roman era was discovered close to the town. A total of 8 furnaces were later found; - The Pavlikeni Zoo – The zoo has 119 animals and 38 species. The park has a small children’s playground; - The historical museum of Byala Cherkva preserves the cultural and historical heritage of the region. The first exhibition in the museum was opened in 1976 on the 100th anniversary of the April uprising. The first floor of the museum displays documents, books, weapons, tools and costumes. The second floor has a gallery with nearly 100 works of painting and sculpture; - The medieval city "Hotalich" is located on the Krushevski hill on the north side of the town of Sevlievo. It was discovered by chance in the last century. After excavation archaeologists discovered several medieval towns on top of one another. There are also several churches from different eras located both ends of the medieval city; - The Sevlievo clock tower built in 1777 is one of the cultural monuments of the town; - The motor range Sevlievo located 5 miles from the town has become an international arena for motorcycle races at the highest level for the past 10 years; - The Alexander Stamboliiski dam was built in 1954 and the first large dam in Bulgaria. The dam wall is built on a German project created before the Second World War. The dam is built on the site of the village of Bara. The dam is suitable for sailing, fishing and camping. It's a must visit place! VELIKO TARNOVO & REGION The historical Veliko Tarnovo located on the famous "Yantra River" (the 3rd longest Bulgarian tributary of the Danube River) is one of the most popular destinations for tourists in Bulgaria. Situated at the foot of Stara Planina Mountains in north central Bulgaria Veliko attracts many tourists due to the unique architecture and history. The houses stacked one above the other situated on the hills of the city have a remarkable unique architectural style. Dispite being an ancient city Veliko Tarnovo has modern and original bars, eateries and shops. The ultra modern Grand Central Mall (One of Bulgaria's largest) with a multiplex cinema, shops, atrium and kids play area has something for everyone. Veliko Tarnovo's museums are varied and display the history of the ancient city and relics from the past. The closest ski resort is in "Uzana" (pics below) the geographic centre of Bulgaria 28 miles from Veliko Tarnovo. There are several hotels in the resort which providing tourism and good conditions for relaxing in the quiet and calm atmosphere of the mountain throughout the year. The surrounding sites of Uzana are ideal for rock climbing. In the nearby open-air "Ethnographic Museum Etara" people learn more about Bulgarian crafts. The "Sokolski Monastery" is situated a few miles from Uzana. Veliko has a rich historical value and a thriving modern nightlife. There are also excellent opportunities for outdoor recreational activities in the area. Veliko Tarnovo offers you everything you could ever want for the perfect holiday or day out!! ************** Property price = 13 000 GBP ************** The deposit is non-refundable!