Peyia: the hidden Little Britain in the Cyprus real estate market

There is a place in Cyprus with an exceptional name: Little Britain. This place is Peyia or Pegeia (depending on what you want to call it), and it is a beautiful town located on the outskirts of Paphos. It is a village 14 kilometers away, perched on the mountains in the southern part of the Akamas peninsula. The particularity of this beautiful holiday destination lies in the large number of British immigrants who chose it to live.

A wide range of houses, villas, studios, and apartments mingle with the town hall, church, and local police station. In addition, a wide variety of shops, bars, restaurants, and banks provide services to its inhabitants and visitors. It is good to know that the entire town stretches from the Pegeia forests to the sea, also bounded by the bay of Maa in the east. Its name comes from the Latin expression Baia, and this is due to its proximity to the Coral Bay, as mentioned above.

In ancient times it functioned as a natural harbor. Over time, this port was used by the Egyptians, the Phoenicians, and later by the Venetians. These last ones had a notable presence from 1489. As we well know, Cyprus is an island known as a great holiday destination.

Today, many celebrities have chosen different places on the island to live. For example, in 2019, when Gerard Piqué and the singer Shakira bought a property in Cyprus, specifically in Peyia. Anyway, a lot of foreigners had already "set their eyes on" Peyia long before. Over the years, investment opportunities emerged in the village, leading to a boom in the real estate industry.

Today, plenty of luxurious properties are part of Peyia's everyday sight, which is lit up from its entertaining nightlife in the afternoon. And this is how thousands of British have it as their place of residence. Peyia is characterized by her calm but steady rhythm. The main actions of the town are carried out on the main road of Coral Bay, where there are excellent bars, cafes, and restaurants.

Many of them are classic taverns and houses where they serve the traditional Meze, which delights diners. For their part, those who decide to cook at home can do it quietly, going to the excellent markets that have good meat, fresh fish, all kinds of vegetables and the best bread. Cyprus marketplace has Peyia as a special place to live. The real estate agent refers to this site as the perfect place for Brits who decide to move to the island.

This particular offer (and demand) has caused a significant movement in the resale properties market, which leads to the existence of many properties for sale at a high price. In any case, it is about knowing how to search well. There will always be a place to invest and live, paying a reasonable price. There is a very peculiar fact about this area of the island, and it has to do with the way its original inhabitants speak.

If one is prescriptive, one will find that the Greek Cypriot dialect is very present in the region. The same is true in the nearby towns of Akoursos and Kathikas. The accent consists of a very characteristic song, like the tune that Italians have. A great experience is to be in some of the beautiful restaurants of Peyia, ready to eat and drink with friends and listen to how the local accents are mixed with the languages of other countries.

Without a doubt, Peyia is a holiday destination to visit in Cyprus and, why not, to live. With high-quality services and attractions, a good experience is guaranteed. It is just about making the right decision. We invite you to discover it.