TRADITIONAL BULGARIAN PROPERTY!! SUPERB LOCATION!! The property is in a well developed peaceful village 24 miles from the historical city of Veliko Tarnovo and 10 miles from the town of Pavlikeni. The village location has good access from nearby cities - the local area is surrounded by forests and rivers. A massive two storey house!! A perfect location only 24 miles from the historic city of Veliko Tarnovo and 10 miles from the municipal centre - Suhindol. The village is close to the town of Pavlikeni and one of the larger towns in the area Sevlievo is only 16 miles away. The village is close to the Alexander Stamboliiski dam - only 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 with free access for visitors; - 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 - STONE BASEMENT - OUTBUILDINGS - OUTSIDE SINK - PARKING SPACE - GARAGE Property address 5 Chetirinadeseta Str. Village of Gorsko Kalugerovo – District of Veliko Tarnovo Post Code: 5238 The property is a two storey house with a summer kitchen / garage / outbuildings and a large garden. The ground floor of the house has a corridor / living room / stone basement and shower room. The first floor of the house has a balcony / corridor and 3 bedrooms. The property has a garage. Next to the garage is another room that would be ideal for a summer kitchen or workshop. There is an outside sink in front of the property. The garden is ideal for growing all kinds of vegetables - healthy and cheap. The plot has a barn and outbuildings that might be used for storage space or a renovation project. The property is situated close to the village church. Access to the house is located on an asphalt road. The water and electric connection have recently been inspected. The roof is in good condition as seen in the photos. Plot of Land = 1142 m2 Despite the splendid rural location the property is easy to access and really is a fantastic place to own a home in the beautiful Bulgarian countryside. THE PROPERTY IS 100% FREEHOLD AND REGULATED!!! THE VILLAGE OF GORSKO KALUGEROVO The village of Gorsko Kalugerovo has everything for day to day living. The village is located in a valley close to the Alexander Stamboliiski dam. The Sofia - Varna trainline is just north of the village. The British owned village cafe “Globe Kitchen & G-Kal Bakery” has a bakery serving coffee and drinks - there is a daily menu and 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 from the village. The village is located 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 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 the thriving modern nightlife and natural surroundings there are excellent opportunities for outdoor recreational activities. Veliko Tarnovo offers you everything you could ever need 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 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 a town in north central Bulgaria part of district of Veliko Tarnovo. The position in the middle of the Danubian plain is perfect 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 plus a local variety called "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 of them reaching lengths of over 2 metres in the Alexandar Stamboliiski dam. Suhindol is well known and 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 remnants of a settlement dating back to the 2nd century and in the neighborhood of "Drachevo" a medieval fort known as "Diritza" 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 24 976 people. The town of Pavlikeni is in the central part of the Danubian plain about 2 miles north of the Rositsa river close to the Karaisen lake. The location is near the cities of Veliko Tarnovo, Levski, Sevlievo and Byala. The town of Pavlikeni is near the 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 E-71 is near to Sevlievo and provides excellent transport links. The town has excellent transport links to important commercial and cultural centres including Veliko Tarnovo, Gabrovo and Pleven. The central bus station in Sevlievo has buses that connect to all parts of Bulgaria. Sevlievo has excellent opportunities for tourism: the town has many landmarks attracting tourists all year round. Sevlievo hosts both national and international festivals - celebrations such as the international band festival and the traditional festival of the story. Every year the town holds a freestyle wrestling tournament in 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. The museum researches and keeps 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 near the town. A total of 8 furnaces were later found showing the ceramic production from the era; - The Pavlikeni zoo. The small zoo has 38 species of animals. The park has a children’s playground with swings, slides and climbing frames; - The hstorical 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, costumes and jewelry. The second floor has a gallery with nearly 100 painting, graphics and sculptures; - The medieval city "Hotalich" is located on the hill (Krushevski hill) to the north of Sevlievo. Several churches from different eras are located at the end of the medieval city; - The Sevlievo clock tower was built in 1777. It is a cultural monument of the town that has been restored but still keeps it's original appearance; - The motor range Sevlievo is located 5 miles from the town - this is an international arena for motorcycle races at the highest level; - The Alexander Stamboliiski dam was built in 1954 and was the first large dam in Bulgaria. The dam wall is built from 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 is located on the famous "Yantra River" (the 3rd longest Bulgarian tributary of the Danube rver) and one of the most popular destinations for tourists in Bulgaria. Situated at the foot of the Stara Planina mountains in Bulgaria north central, 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 and unique architectural style. Even as an ancient city Veliko Tarnovo has modern bars 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 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 tourism and ideal conditions for relaxing in the quiet and calm atmosphere of the mountain. 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 = 11 900 GBP ************** The deposit is non-refundable!