Writer's Retreat House (Patrick Leigh Fermor House)

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Before Trilogy (Sunrise, Sunset, Midnight)

Writer's Retreat House (Patrick Leigh Fermor House) in Kardamyli, Greece is a filming location for Before Trilogy (Sunrise, Sunset, Midnight) (1995). It appears on screen as Greek Villa Retreat.

Location Names

Real Location:

Patrick Leigh Fermor House

Known as in Before Trilogy (Sunrise, Sunset, Midnight):

Greek Villa Retreat

About This Location

The stunning clifftop villa where Jesse, Céline and friends enjoy their Greek holiday, featuring the legendary dinner table discussions about love and marriage.

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Before Trilogy (Sunrise, Sunset, Midnight)

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1995-2013

RomanceDramaIndependent FilmDialogue-DrivenEuropean Cinema

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Filming Details

Filming Period

Before Midnight (2013)

Areas Used

Historic stone villa of famous travel writer, clifftop location with sea views, traditional Greek architecture, terraces and gardens, now Benaki Museum property

Detailed Scene Information

Epic dinner table conversations

Terrace discussions about writing

Greek villa holiday scenes

Friends and family gatherings

Stunning Mediterranean views

Production Notes & Behind-the-Scenes Details

Home of legendary travel writer Patrick Leigh Fermor, now owned by Benaki Museum, offers artist retreats and public tours, stunning Messenian Gulf views

• Director's commentary on location choice

• Cast interviews about filming here

• Technical challenges and solutions

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Location Details

Address

Kardamyli, 24022 Messinia, Greece
Kardamyli, Greece

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Visiting Writer's Retreat House (Patrick Leigh Fermor House)

Opening Hours

Tours: 10am-1pm Wednesday-Sunday (seasonal), Artist retreats: By application, Grounds: Dawn to dusk

Entry Fees

Guided tours: €10, Private group tours: €15/person, Artist retreat: €50/day, Photography: €5

Accessibility

Stone villa with steps, limited wheelchair access, some accessible viewing areas of exterior and gardens

Travel Information

Kalamata Airport 45 minutes, car essential, mountain village location, limited public transport, scenic coastal drive

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