A Piece of Peyia’s History, Reimagined for Modern Living

Some properties are homes. Others are places with a story to tell.

Hidden in the heart of Peyia, just moments from the village square, stands a truly remarkable piece of local history, the former village school, dating back to 1890. Lovingly restored to an exceptional standard, this unique four bedroom property has been carefully transformed into a beautiful home while preserving the character, craftsmanship and spirit of the original building.

Its position is one of its greatest charms. The property is right in the heart of the village, yet discreetly tucked away and wonderfully peaceful. The square, local shops, restaurants, everyday amenities and bus route are all just a minute's walk away, while the property itself feels private and secluded. And from countless corners of the gardens, beautiful sea views stretch towards the coastline.

A traditional door opens into a beautiful internal courtyard, where bougainvillea, wisteria and fragrant herbs create a wonderfully atmospheric entrance. From here, pathways lead naturally through the gardens to the four individual living spaces, each with its own character and thoughtfully positioned to enjoy the views.

At the heart of the property is ‘ΟΔΟΣ’, the main house and largest of the four spaces. Essentially a generous one bedroom villa, it retains many of the original features of the old school, including high ceilings, thick stone walls, traditional Cypriot architecture and the distinctive handmade tiles associated with the village of Letymbou.

The thick stone walls also provide a naturally cool interior during the warmer months, adding to the comfort and character of the home.

Inside, the generous open-plan kitchen and dining area leads into a beautifully maintained lounge centred around a fireplace, with the original stone benches lovingly restored. A further sitting area provides a quiet place to read, work or simply relax, while the bathroom, laundry area and spacious bedroom complete the accommodation. The bedroom opens directly onto the courtyard, and the main house also has its own private veranda overlooking the sea. The lower ground floor full of potential completes the accommodation.

The journey continues through the garden beneath colourful bougainvillea, past a charming water feature and curved stone steps, arriving at the distinctive blue stable door of ‘Le Balcon’.

This beautiful first floor apartment has an atmosphere of its own, with a four poster bed with the Mediterranean sea as a backdrop, log burner, fully equipped kitchen and private bathroom. Its generous balcony looks across the village, the church and the coastline beyond, creating a wonderful setting for a morning coffee or an evening drink as the sun goes down.

Back in the courtyard, surrounded by flowers and fragrant herbs, is ‘Le Studio’. As its name suggests, this is a charming studio apartment with a double bed, kitchen and bathroom. An original stone wall from the old village school has been beautifully preserved and now forms the characterful backdrop to the room. Outside, a small bistro setting offers a lovely place to enjoy breakfast or a quiet drink in the summer sunshine, while the traditional Cypriot kleftiko oven adds another authentic touch.

Continuing towards the secluded swimming pool, tucked into a private corner of the gardens, is ‘D'Été’. Offering sleeping accommodation, a kitchen and dining area and a bathroom, it also enjoys its own outdoor sitting area overlooking the pool and sea.

And then there are the gardens.

Rather than one conventional outdoor space, the property reveals a collection of beautiful, intimate corners, shaded by mature planting, surrounded by colour and opening towards the sea. There are places for long lunches, quiet afternoons by the private heated pool, outdoor dining and evenings spent with friends and family.

One of the most memorable is ‘Carob Corner’, named after the old carob tree at its centre. From here, the views extend across the village of Peyia towards Potima Bay and the coastline beyond. A separate and picturesque BBQ area, additional seating and dining spaces and generous areas for sun loungers make the gardens perfectly suited to enjoying life outdoors.

Modern comforts have been thoughtfully incorporated into the restoration, including photovoltaic panels which significantly reduce electricity costs, while the original architecture and historic character remain at the heart of the property.

The result is something genuinely difficult to replicate, a home with history, personality and a remarkable sense of space.

Its unique arrangement makes it equally suited to many different lifestyles: a permanent family home, a holiday retreat, a multigenerational residence, a private home with separate accommodation for family and friends, or a distinctive investment with excellent potential.

Whatever its future, one thing is certain: this is far more than simply a four bedroom property.

It is a piece of Peyia's past, lovingly preserved and given a new life.

And it is one of those rare properties that truly needs to be experienced in person to appreciate what makes it so special.

The property has Title Deeds and the price includes furniture, fixtures & fittings.