AMAZING 2-STOREY BULGARIAN PROPERTY!! 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 very well located with easy access to nearby cities. The area is picturesque surrounded by forests and rivers. A massive rural house in great village! Superb location - only 24 miles from the historic city of Veliko Tarnovo 10 miles from the municipal centre - Suhindol and very close to the town of Pavlikeni - 10 miles. One of the biggest towns in the area Sevlievo is only 16 miles away. The village combines green surroundings and a calm life style but is close to the local towns. The village is close to the Alexander Stamboliiski Dam - only a 10 minutes drive away. The village of Gorsko Kalugerovo is very well maintained with street lighting, good roads and shops. There are 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 the town of Pavlikeni; - The historical museum of Byala Cherkva; - The Alexander Stamboliiski dam - only 7 miles to one of the largest dams in north Bulgaria; - The Kramolin dam - only 5 miles from the village; - The Goliama Garvanitsa cave; - The Gladnik waterfall. SPACIOUS GARDEN - TRADITIONAL LOOK - STONE BASEMENT - OUTBUILDINGS - FIREPLACE - PARKING SPACE The ground floor of the house has a kitchen, dining room and a stone basement. There is an traditional fireplace in the kitchen. The first floor of the house has a corridor and three bedrooms. Next to the house are outbuildings with potential - They could be made into a great workshop or used for storage space. The house has a large entrance and shed for parking. The large garden is perfect for enjoying the summer. The water and electric installation have recently been inspected. The roof is in good condition as seen in the photos. Access to the house is from an asphalt road. Plot of Land = 835 m2 Despite the splendid rural location the property is easy to access and 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 need for everyday living!! The village is located in a fertile valley close to the Alexander Stamboliiski Dam. The Sofia - Varna railway line is north of the village. The British owned village cafe “Globe Kitchen & G-Kal Bakery” is sells cakes, coffee, drinks and a daily menu along with special evening events. The bakery offers delicious handmade breads 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 about 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 its thriving modern nightlife and natural surroundings providing excellent opportunities for outdoor recreational activities Veliko Tarnovo offers you everything you could ever want for the 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 total population of around 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 a town in north-central Bulgaria part of district of Veliko Tarnovo. The position in the middle of the Danubian plain means the area has excellent conditions 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 "Dimyat". The town's proximity to a large dam on the Rositsa river and to the foothills of the Balkan mountains make it a popular tourist destination. The Rositsa river near to the town is known to hold "Som" or European catfish with some reaching lengths of over 2 metres in the Alexandar Stamboliiski dam. Suhindol is one of the wealthiest historical Bulgarian settlements. According to archeologists from 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 remains of a settlement dating back to the 2nd century. 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 total population of about 24 976 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 outdoor activities and sports opportunities all year long – skiing in the winter and hiking in the summer season. SEVLIEVO The Municipality of Sevlievo is in central northern Bulgaria at the crossroads between Pleven, Veliko Tarnovo and Gabrovo. The Corridor E-71 goes 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 links to all parts of Bulgaria. Sevlievo has excellent opportunities for tourism: the town has many landmarks that attract tourists all year round. Sevlievo has hosted national / international festivals and celebrations such as the international band festival and the traditional festival of the story. Every year the town holds a freestyle wrestling tournament in the memory of Dan Kolov. Some of the biggest landmarks in the municipalities and the region are: - The historical museum in the town of Pavlikeni – established in 1978. More than 22,000 units of movable cultural monuments are stored in the museum’s funds - the museum has seven exhibitions. - The ancient ceramic centere near the town of Pavlikeni – dates back to 1971. A furnace for the extraction of household ceramics dating from the Roman era was discovered near the town. A total of 8 furnaces were later discovered; - The Pavlikeni Zoo – The zoo has 119 animals and 38 species. The park has a children’s playground with swings, slides and climbing frames; - 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 contains documents, books, weapons, tools and costumes. The second floor is home to a gallery with nearly 100 works of painting and sculpture; - The Medieval City "Hotalich" - located on the hill (Krushevski hill) on the north side of Sevlievo. After excavation archaeologists discovered several medieval towns on top of one another. There are several churches from different eras located at either end of the medieval city; - The Sevlievo Clock Tower - built in 1777. For years the construction of the tower has repeatedly been corrected and restored but the appearance remains the same; - 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 – built in 1954 this is 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 perfect 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 the Stara Planina Mountains in north central Bulgaria it 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 and unique architectural style. Even as an ancient city Veliko Tarnovo has modern and original bars, eateries and shops plus the ultra modern Grand Central Mall (One of Bulgaria's largest) with a multiplex cinema, shops, atrium and kids play area. There is something for everyone in the mall alone. Veliko Tarnovo's museums are varied showing 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 is located 28 miles from Veliko Tarnovo. There are several hotels in the resort which provide tourism opportunities and good conditions for relaxing in the quiet and calm atmosphere of the mountain throughout the year. The surrounding site of Uzana are suitable for rock climbing. There are perfect conditions for cultural tourism in the region. In the nearby open-air "Ethnographic Museum Etara" people learn more about Bulgarian crafts. The "Sokolski Monastery" is situated a few miles from Uzana. From the rich historical value to its thriving modern nightlife and natural surroundings. Veliko provides excellent opportunities for outdoor recreational activities, Veliko Tarnovo offers you everything you could ever want for the perfect holiday or day out!! ************** Property price = 10 500 GBP ************** The deposit is non-refundable!