Why Pine Bay, Pissouri is Cyprus’s Best-Kept Secret

Ask most people where to stay in Cyprus and they’ll say Paphos or Ayia Napa. Ask someone who’s been to Pissouri, and the answer is almost always the same: I’d go back to Pissouri in a heartbeat.

Nestled on the edge of the only remaining pine forest on the outskirts of Pissouri Village, Pine Bay is a private, beautifully designed development of traditional Cypriot-style villas set among mature gardens and winding, shaded roads. It is, quite simply, one of the most tranquil and beautiful places to stay on the island.

Where Exactly is Pine Bay?

Pine Bay sits on the upper slopes of Pissouri, just outside the village centre. It’s set within the pine forest that covers the hillside, with the sea visible through the trees below. The development is private and gated, which means it’s very quiet and safe — a genuine escape from the outside world.

From Pine Bay, Pissouri Village is a 15 to 20-minute walk or a two-minute drive. Pissouri Bay beach is five minutes by car. Paphos airport is 20 minutes to the west, and Limassol is 35 minutes east. It is, in other words, perfectly placed.

What Makes Pine Bay Special?

The development was designed with quality and character in mind. The villas are built in the style of traditional Cypriot architecture, with stone detailing, terracotta tiles and mature planting. Unlike many holiday developments, Pine Bay has a genuine sense of place — it feels like a community, not a complex.

The communal facilities include tennis courts and a club house with a pool. But most guests find they spend the majority of their time at their own villa, enjoying the private garden and pool in complete peace.

The air at Pine Bay is noticeably cleaner and cooler than at sea level, thanks to the pine forest and the elevation. In the evenings, there is almost always a light breeze from the sea. It makes sleeping, and simply being outside, a genuine pleasure.

The Retreat: Our Villa at Pine Bay

The Retreat is a 3-bedroom villa sleeping up to 5 guests, set within the Pine Bay development. It has a private pool, a large garden with outdoor lounge and dining areas, a gas barbecue and a private table tennis table. Inside, there’s air conditioning throughout, WiFi, TV, and a fully equipped kitchen.

The villa has been decorated with care — guests consistently comment on how clean, well-maintained and thoughtfully set up it is. A welcome pack is left in the fridge on arrival.

The setting in the pine forest means the villa is private and shaded, but the elevated position also gives beautiful sea views from the upper floor terrace.

What Guests Say

Our guests describe Pine Bay and The Retreat in remarkably consistent terms: quiet, beautiful, excellent value, and the kind of place they want to come back to every year. Here are a few things they’ve told us:

• "Beautifully decorated and conveniently located just outside the village in a tranquil development called Pine Bay. The area is really quiet and a mix of kind residents and tourists."

• "We loved the cosiness, the views, the silence (with birds singing), the neighbourhood, and the pines in the garden."

• "Great space in a wonderful quiet neighbourhood in a beautiful village. The perfect balance of being away from Paphos while still a short drive from great beaches and restaurants."

• "The villa has everything you need. It’s immaculate from top to bottom."

When to Visit

Cyprus enjoys more days of sunshine than almost anywhere else in Europe. The main holiday season runs from May through October, with July and August being the hottest months (regularly over 35°C). Many guests find that June, September and October offer the best combination — warm enough for swimming and the pool, but not uncomfortably hot. April and early May are beautiful for walking and sightseeing.

Pine Bay’s elevated position and pine forest setting means it stays noticeably cooler than the coast, which makes it an especially pleasant base in the peak summer months.

How to Book

The Retreat is available to book directly through Home from Home Cyprus, with no booking fees. Direct booking means you deal with the owners directly, get the best available price, and can ask any questions before you arrive.

Check availability and book The Retreat directly at homefromhomecyprus.com. Questions? Email the.retreat.pissouri@gmail.com or call +447763803554.