My family, friends and I have been eating at Taverna Astrofegia for over 20 years. This much loved and frequented taverna is located close to the bus stop and taxi point and is accessible by car. Tucked away in a quiet corner of the village It has seating for up to 100 diners at tables for four, split between an enclosed covered area, (area A, with a real traditional Greek feeling), an elevated outside area (area B) and the tables by the pavement with sea views, (area C)
The taverna is approached down a quiet lane leading from the village bus stop. As you reach the taverna there is a line of Mulberry trees and an outside seating area for 20 covers, with sea and village views (area C)
Steps lead through an arch with double gate into the main seating area (area A, approx 10m x 4m) with 40 covers, overhead is a vine covered pergola. From here there are two entrances, one to the taverna kitchen and the second to the owner living accommodation.
A couple of steps lead up to a terrace (area B) with seating for a further 40 diners. There are sea and village views from some of these tables and there are many plants and shrubs in urns and pots. A pergola also shades this second area which can also be reached through a second arched gateway further down the taverna approach lane in area C.
Next to this terrace are the Taverna toilets.
The tiled kitchen (5.3 x 4.75m approx) is fully equipped with industrial extractor fan, ceiling fan and air conditioning unit, telephone and a cash till. It includes storage areas for crockery and utensils and a traditional food display unit.
An archway leads to the rear kitchen (4.75 x 2.4m approx), with fridges, freezers, washing machine and storage plus three large stainless steel sinks, There is a window and door to the side opening to a sitting area.
An arch from the secondary seating area (area B) leads to a large walled rear terrace (area D) which has previously been used as a bar area. Many years ago fashion shows, music concerts and weeding receptions were held hear. The covered bar is still available for use, with a seating area incorporating a plaka threshing circle which was used for the shows and as a dance floor. A Palm tree and large fig tree provided shade.
Also within area D is a store room.
Through an arch and down steps to the left of the bar area is a semi-circular area (area E) with magnificent sea views and a second large fig tree.
Again through an arch to the right of the bar area, (behind the owner’s accommodation) is another outside area (area F) This area contains the two water tanks (sternas), water pump and oil tank. Area F has fantastic sea views, a number of mature trees and could be used as a private garden or as an extension of the taverna.
It also has an access path to the lane.
All fixtures, fittings and equipment for the taverna are included in the sale.
PRIVARE OWNER ACCOMMODATION
A door from area A leads into the traditional style living room approx 4.75 x 4.3m, this room has a chestnut beamed ceiling, plaka floor, windows to the front and an Alonissos style open fireplace.
A side door leads into the taverna kitchen, and a door to the rear leads to the (1.3 x 0.9m approx.) Shower room with toilet, basin and vanity unit.
Wooden stairs lead from the living room to the 2 first floor bedrooms.
Bedroom 1 (4.75 x 4.2m approx) has built in wardrobe, chestnut wooden beamed ceiling, wooden floor and windows to the front with sea and Village views.
An arch and step lead to bedroom 2.
Bedroom 2 (5.2 x 4.75m max.) also has the traditional open beamed chestnut ceiling, wooden floor and windows to the front. This bedroom also has doors onto a small balcony with views of the sea and the Old village.
There is a storage cupboard, with access to a loft area and an air conditioning unit. The property was completely renovated by the current owner about 25 years ago to a high standard. The roof is tiled with the original Pillion stone slate tiles and the walls are approx half a metre thick.
This is a rare opportunity to acquire an exciting, established and very successful taverna business, with the potential for immediate success and significant business expansion.
As an alternatively, this property could easily be transformed into a wonderful home, There is also potential to build additional houses to sell or for rental. Set in a wonderful Greek Island location, this is a chance not to be missed.
Price: 700,000 Euro
