The owner couple, Nikos and Zsanett try to preserve the heritage and tradition of Santorini and upholding to the highest standards the ancient practice of keeping horses, offering unique authentic riding experiences in stunning natural landscape of the sea and vineyards in the south of the island. This horse riding tour goes to the beautiful Black sandy beach which is one of the most gorgeous untouched beach in Santorini. Starting at the stable… Read more
Section 1: The Vision Image: A vibrant, urban neighborhood with energy-efficient buildings At the heart of our concept is a vision for an urban neighborhood that prioritizes sustainability, energy efficiency, and smart living. We believe that by embracing green technologies and design principles, we can create a better quality of life for residents while reducing our environmental footprint.
Section 2: Proof of Concept Image: A small-scale model unit showcasing sustainable features
Step 1: Selecting the Perfect Location To illustrate the potential of our concept, we carefully chose a small parcel of land in the target urban area that embodies the characteristics of our larger vision.
Step 2: Innovative DesignImage: Architectural renderings of the model unit We've designed a beautiful, energy-efficient model unit that showcases our sustainable features, including solar panels, energy-efficient insulation, green building materials, and state-of-the-art smart home technology.
Step 3: Securing Approvals Image: Building permits and zoning approvals Before any construction began, we diligently obtained the necessary permits and approvals from local authorities to ensure compliance with all zoning laws and building codes.
Step 4: Building the Model UnitImage: Construction in progress Our team worked tirelessly to bring our design to life, constructing the model unit to exact specifications, incorporating all the sustainable features and technologies.
Step 5: Showcasing the POCImage: Open house event with visitors exploring the model unit We opened the doors to our model unit, inviting visitors, potential investors, and partners to explore and experience our innovative concept firsthand. This allowed them to see, touch, and feel the sustainable features in action.
Step 6: Data and FeedbackGraphs and charts showcasing energy consumption and cost savings We gathered valuable data on energy consumption, cost savings, and more from the model unit. Visitor feedback and expert opinions were crucial in understanding the market's interest and perspectives on our concept.
Section 3: The Results Image: Presentation slides summarizing the results With the data and feedback collected during the POC phase, we've created a compelling presentation that demonstrates the feasibility, benefits, and market potential of our sustainable real estate concept. We are excited to share the positive outcomes with you.
Liz –
This was a wonderful experience and I absolutely recommend that you book it! The team here takes wonderful care of their animals and respects each and every rider. They will customize the horse choice to your level of expertise as well as comfort level on a horse. We had a large group the day I went and one of the first questions as was if any one was scared which was followed by “it’s okay to be scared, we’ve got you”. I thought that was really amazing bc others places could have easily turned someone away if they were scared. If you have time while visiting Santorini I highly encourage you to book this experience!
Lindiwe –
This is truly a once in a lifetime experience. Firstly, my partner and I do not have riding experience and found Zsanett’s introduction and mini lesson before we got started really helpful. Nicholas took us for the ride and we felt safe the entire time and even began to grow more confident throughout the ride. We took a ride passing through vineyards on the way to the beach. The vineyards then gave way to this incredible sandstone path which opened onto the gorgeous beach. On the way back to the stables we rode through a beautiful small village. We enjoyed chatting to Nicholas and learning about the island and his experience. The star of course were the horses – beautiful, playful, strong, and really well looked after. Truly incredible experience and the highlight of our time in Santorini.
Szilvia –
We had a truly eventful horseback ride to the Black Beach and we don’t want to miss this experience. Had a great guide who was eager to get ready for a great time. Drinks were also provided. For absolute beginners, I may find the horseback ride a bit long, as you are on the hard floor most of the time and are only about 15 minutes on the beach with a slightly softer floor. If you’re untouched, you might be able to feel it for a few more days. My mother then had some haemats and couldn’t sit for 2 days, but Zsanett assured us that this was “a personal problem” my mother and has never happened before. Probably we were really just unlucky. Despite all this, we recommend the tour and would book it again. Being so close to the horses was a special experience for us. Thank you for that!