About the Accommodation

‘Mountain Retreat’ is a three story chalet, on the edge of the village of Svydnia, with glorious views of the mountains and valley. This quiet tree lined location is the perfect place to relax and unwind.  ‘Mountain Retreat’ sleeps up to ten people in four shared twin rooms and one double room.  There are two shower rooms one on the first floor and the other is located on the second floor.  The lounge/dining room and a spacious workroom are situated on the ground floor.  You will be able to relax or read in the comfort of our lounge.  The Mountain Retreat also offers Wireless Internet throughout and is free to all residents.  The spacious gardens have extensive views of the mountains and the village below.  There is an outdoor work area with sun loungers to relax by between sessions.  Or maybe a dip in the outdoor pool to cool down or have a swim is more your thing.  The gardens are also perfect for sitting and relaxing in during the evening with a drink as you watch the sun go down over the mountains.

About Svydnia

Svydnia is a small village in the Balkan mountains overlooking the Iskar Gorge and is situated 5 kilometers from the town of Svoge and 40 kilometers from Sofia, the capital city of Bulgaria.  The village has two Café/Bars , two Supermarkets, a Post Office and a Church.  There is also a war memorial in the centre of the village.  A river can be found running through the village, it is in a very peaceful location and well worth a visit.

About Svoge

Svoge is 5 kilometers from Svydnia and is easily accessible via taxi or bus .  The town of Svoge has a choice of Shops, a Supermarket, several Restaurants and Bars and a daily Market. and In the centre of Svoge the Railway Station can be found, with a good service into the capital (Sofia).  Svoge is the home of Bulgarian Chocolate and evidence of this can be found in all the shops in Svoge.  Out and about there is an outdoor swimming complex and an Archaeological Museum. There is also several Childrens play areas.

Meals at "Mountain Retreat"

The course offers meals on a Full Board basis.

The food is both vegetarian and healthy (with a few naughty bits included) using our own and locally grown fruit and vegetable where available.

If you have any special requirements you will need to let us know when you book so we can make arrangements for this.

A typical daily Menu is as follows:

Breakfast is continental style comprising of Fruit juices, fresh fruit, freshly baked roll and butter with a choice of local jams and honey, yogart. Tea and coffee.

Lunch consists of Bulgarian salad with rolls/bread and butter followed with a choice of fresh fruit and cakes.

Evening meal starts with a homemade soup, Main Meal ie pasta or rice dish, local ice-cream cake desert and fresh fruit and a glass of wine/soft drink.

Tea and Coffee are also available throughout the day free of charge.

We also have a range of drinks and snacks all of which are available for a small cost.