Property Ref No: GEH151

Golden Eye Bulgarian Properties

The Town Of Teteven Proud And Hospitable is situated in the northwestern folds of the Central Balkan Mountains; it stretches out for 12 km along the Vit river valley, taut as a bow-string which explains the etymology of its name. The settlement appeared in the second half of the 14th century, but evidence of settled life in the region refers its emergence to the ancient times. One can reach Teteven by bus or car. Regular buses run to Sofia (110 km) and the district town of Lovech (70km).    Lying along the Beli Vit river, Teteven is a starting point of a number of hiking routes leading up the Central Balkan Mountains. In the town vicinities can be found Koznitsa waterfall and Sinyoto kolelo (the Blue Wheel) and Yamata (the Pit) caverns. There are two nature reserves on the territory of Teteven Municipality. Boatin and Tsarichina nature reserves are part of the Central Balkan Mountains National Park. The Broadest Beech Forest Belt in Bulgaria is to be found in the region of Teteven. Carefully protected is the flora and fauna in this portion of the Balkan Mountains fox, bear, deer, and a variety of fresh-water fish like mountain barbell, trout, etc. The history of the town is treasured in historical and architectural monuments. Traditional crafts: woodcarving, turnery, saddlers, iron-slithery and jewelry preserved popular customs and culture.    The St. Prophet Elijah Monastery (14th c.) situated in the northeastern section of Teteven at the foot of Ostrets massif The Glozhene Monastery of St. George is hardly among Bulgaria's biggest monasteries, but it may well be classed among the most inaccessible ones. It takes about an hour to climb the winding footpath from Glozhene village (12 km off Teteven) up to the monastery itself. There is also a dirt road enabling onto reachthe place by car. Baev Mound and Kostina locality (place of revolutionary Georgi Benkovski's death)by the village of Ribaritza Bobev House, Hadzhiivanov House and Yorgov House - striking examples of National Revival architecture in Teteven. National Children's Folk Festival - held every odd year over the last weekend in May. Teteven Autumn Fair - held traditionally on the first weekend of October. Traditional Crafts, demonstrated in Teteven - woodcarving (wooden wine vessels, kegs, distaffs, wooden bowls and low wooden tables), turnery, weaving, whittling, harness making, jewelry.

Location : Glozhene Village   Remarks : A fully furnished & equipped huge home situated in the northwestern folds of the Central Balkan Mountains village Glozhene. The Glozhene Monastery of St. George is hardly among Bulgaria's biggest monasteries, but it may well be classed among the most inaccessible ones. It takes about an hour to climb the winding footpath from Glozhene village (12 km off Teteven) up to the monastery itself. There is also a dirt road enabling onto reachthe place by car. Total living area 240 sq.m. there are on each floor big living room, 2 bedrooms, kitchen, bathroom with WC, storage and big hallway. Also there are 24 sq.m. Patio/BBQ area in old traditional style, local heating and nice park area. After some work this property would be an ideal for someone wanting to get away from the stress of life.  Unlimited owner use with revenue when you're not able to be here.  Living Area: 240 sq.m. Land Area : 210 sq.m. Patio/BBQ Area: yes Services : Running water, electricity, telephone, cable TV, Internet and asphalt road. Price : 28,000 EUR