TRADITIONAL BULGARIAN HOUSE!! NICE VIEW!! The property is situated in a well developed and peaceful village about 24 miles from the historical City of Veliko Tarnovo and only 10 miles from the Town of Pavlikeni. The village is located in a picturesque area surrounded by forests. A solid 2-storey house with a typical Bulgarian look! Great location - only 24 miles from the historic city of Veliko Tarnovo and 10 miles from the municipal centre - Suhindol. The village is very close to Pavlikeni - 10 miles. The larger town of Sevlievo is only 16 miles from the village. The village is located close to the Alexander Stamboliiski Dam - just a 10 minutes drive away. Gorsko Kalugerovo is very well maintained with 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; - The ancient ceramic centre near the Town of Pavlikeni; - The historical museum of Byala Cherkva; - The Alexander Stamboliiski dam - just 7 miles to 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 The ground floor of the house has a kitchen area / dining room and a basement. The basement and dining room have tradition stone walls. The first floor of the house consists of a balcony - corridor and three bedrooms. The balcony has an incredible view - great to enjoy with a glass of wine in the summer. Next to the house is a utility and shower room. Some of rooms have tradition furniture. There are outbuildings on the land ideal for storage space or a workshop. The property has a large entrance / shed for parking. The roof is in good condition as seen in the pictures. Plot of Land = 1149 m2 Despite the splendid rural location the property is easy to access and 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 in a fertile valley close to the Alexander Stamboliiski Dam. The Sofia - Varna rail line is just north of the village. The British owned village cafe “Globe Kitchen & G-Kal Bakery” hosts a bakery, coffee, drinks and a daily menu along with special evening events. The bakery offers 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 about 170 miles away. The village is approximately 145 miles from the capital City Sofia & the International Sofia Airport and about 115 miles from the City of Bucharest (RO) and the International Airport "Otopeni". The village is 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 that provide 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 constituent municipalities of the district of Veliko Tarnovo. The municipality has 6 settlements with a total population of about 2 739 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 located in north-central Bulgaria part of the Veliko Tarnovo district. The position in the middle of the Danubian Plain means there are perfect 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 the large dam on the Rositsa river and to the foothills of the Balkan Mountains make it a popular tourist destination. The Rositsa river close to the town is known to hold "Som" or European catfish - some reach lengths of over 2 metres in the Alexandar Stamboliiski dam. Suhindol is one of the most wealthiest historical Bulgarian settlements. It is called Bulgarian Champagne by the lovers of Bacchus. 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 BC and there is evidence of settlement and activity throughout the centuries. 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 has 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" a medieval fort known as "Diritza" once existed. The ancient name of Suhindol was "Seoundal". PAVLIKENI The Municipality of Pavlikeni is situated in the north-central region of the country and occupies the west-central part of the district of Veliko Tarnovo. The municipality has 20 settlements with a total 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 close to the cities of Veliko Tarnovo, Levski, Sevlievo and Byala. Pavlikeni is close to mountains offering outdoor activities and sports opportunities all year – skiing in the winter and hiking in the summer. SEVLIEVO The Municipality of Sevlievo is situated in central northern Bulgaria at the crossroads between Pleven, Veliko Tarnovo and Gabrovo. The Corridor E-71 passes near to Sevlievo providing excellent transport links. The town has excellent transport links to important commercial and cultural centres including Veliko Tarnovo, Gabrovo and Pleven. The Sevlievo region has good opportunities for developing tourism: the town has many landmarks that attract tourists all year round. Sevlievo hosts 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. Some of the main landmarks in the municipalities and the region are: - The historical museum in the town of Pavlikeni – established in 1978. - The ancient ceramic centre near the town of Pavlikeni – dates back to 1971. - The Pavlikeni Zoo – The zoo has 119 animals of 38 species. The zoo has a small 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 Medieval City "Hotalich" - located on the Krushevski hill on the north side of the town of Sevlievo was discovered by chance last century. After excavation archaeologists discovered several medieval towns on top of one another. There are several churches from different eras located at both ends of the medieval city; - The Sevlievo Clock Tower - built in 1777. This is one of the cultural monuments of the town which is worth a visit; - The Motor Range Sevlievo - located 5 miles from the town is an international arena for motorcycle races at all levels; - The Alexander Stamboliiski Dam – It was built in 1954 and is the first large dam in Bulgaria. The dam wall was built on a German project constructed 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 tourist destinations in Bulgaria. Situated at the foot of 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 though it is an ancient city Veliko Tarnovo has modern and original bars, eateries and shops and the ultra modern Grand Central Mall (One of Bulgaria's largest) with a multiplex cinema, shops, atrium and childrens play area. There is something for everyone in the mall alone. Veliko Tarnovo's museums are varied and show 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 located 28 miles from Veliko Tarnovo. There are several hotels in the resort which providing tourist opportunities and good conditions for relaxing in the quiet and calm atmosphere of the mountain all year. The surrounding sites of Uzana are suitable 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 Tarnovo offers you everything you could ever want for the perfect holiday or day out!! ************** Property price = 9 330 GBP ************** The deposit is non-refundable!