Aheloy Coast Retreat lead interior image with sea-facing setup

Sea-View Studio for Rent, Aheloy

From €1725/month for summer 2026. 5th floor, 80 m to the beach, 40 m² furnished studio at Midia Grand Resort with a private balcony with sea view and 150 Mbps Wi-Fi. Layout can be converted to a bed and up to two work desks for 3-month summer stays. Booked direct from the owner, not through a hotel or agency.

Check Availability 80 m to beach 40 m² studio 150 Mbps Wi-Fi AC Customisable layout
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Hosted by George Nicola

Owner and host · English and Bulgarian

George Nicola owns and manages Aheloy Coast Retreat directly, with no agency involvement. George speaks English and Bulgarian, responds to all inquiries within 24 hours, and draws on local knowledge of Aheloy, Pomorie Municipality, and Burgas Oblast to help guests with airport transfer logistics, dining options, and day-trip planning.

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Studio Facts

Aheloy Coast Retreat sleeps a maximum of 3 guests (2 adults and 1 child, or 3 adults) on an L-shaped sofa bed and a click-clack sofa bed.

It sits 80 metres from the beach (detailed walk description below) and runs Wi-Fi measured at 150 Mbps on Speedtest (peak evening hours, wired and 5 GHz tests), paired with a glass dining table that doubles as a desk.

Long summer stays use the monthly pricing below first; after the stay length is clear, the layout can be adapted with a desk, single bed, or two-desk remote-work setup.

  • 40 m², 5th of 6 floors, elevator in the building.
  • East-facing private balcony views across the Black Sea: morning sun until 13:00, then natural shade. Beachfront location, first coastline position in the gated resort complex Midia.
  • Fully equipped kitchenette with electric kettle, AC, heating, flat screen TV, gated complex 24 hour security.
  • Two swimming pools (seasonal outdoor pool areas), children's pool and playground, fitness centre, restaurant and bar run May to October, with the beach 80 m away.
  • Free WiFi, free parking available on-site. Small dogs only, 2+ month stays, €50/month pet fee. Security deposit required: €200 refundable.

A Cheap Beach Holiday, Booked Direct from the Owner

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    150 Mbps Wi-Fi
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    Air Conditioning
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    Fully Equipped Kitchenette
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    Sleeping Setup
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    Private Balcony

Welcome to Aheloy Coast Retreat. Aheloy Coast Retreat is a fully furnished holiday rental apartment: a 40 m² self catering studio at Midia Grand Resort in Aheloy, 25 minutes from Burgas Airport and 15 minutes from Sunny Beach.

This seafront apartment sleeps a maximum of 3 guests (2 adults + 1 child, or 3 adults), with a self catering apartment kitchenette, air conditioned rooms, and Wi-Fi measured at 150 Mbps on Speedtest. The pool and sea view balcony on the 5th floor faces east directly over the Black Sea.

Sunrise over Burgas Bay seen from the 5th floor balcony of Aheloy Coast Retreat
Sunrise from the balcony, 5th floor
Aheloy beach with umbrellas and wooden sunbeds along the Black Sea shoreline
Aheloy beach, 80 m from the studio
Turquoise Black Sea waves near the stone breakwater at Aheloy beach
Black Sea waves at the breakwater

A 3-month summer stay costs €1725/month all in, about €58/day with electricity, water, and Wi-Fi bundled, which according to our research into comparable all-in summer studios on EU coastlines (detailed in the market-comparables table further down this page) makes it the cheapest beach month in the EU where your euro stays predictable and your bills don't arrive. Comparable all-in summer studios we surveyed in April 2026 on Airbnb and Vrbo land around €1,750/month in Chania, €2,150 in Málaga, €2,250 in the Algarve, and €2,550 in Split once utilities and peak-season premiums are counted.

About this studio

Aheloy Coast Retreat is a privately owned beachfront studio with pool access inside Midia complex, Aheloy: a self catering rental apartment for families, couples, and remote workers who want direct beach access and easy road links to Burgas.

The space

The unit includes one large sofa bed and one click-clack sofa bed, one bathroom, a living corner, and a fully equipped kitchenette designed for daily self-catering stays.

Guest access

Guests can use the registered resort outdoor pool areas and all in-unit amenities during the booked period.

Other things to note

Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is by 11:00. Booking and cancellation terms are shared in writing before payment confirmation.

What Features Fit Remote Workers, Families, and Budget Travellers?

This 40 m² studio flat at Midia Grand Resort operates as a self-contained vacation rental and holiday rental apartment, not a hotel room. It is rented furnished and equipped for stays of one month or longer, though short term nightly stays are also available on request.

Flat minimalist illustration of a remote worker laptop Wi-Fi and sea view at Aheloy Coast Retreat

Remote Workers and Digital Nomads

The studio runs Wi-Fi measured at 150 Mbps on Speedtest, which handles video calls without drops. The studio seats a laptop at the glass dining table facing the balcony, sits in one of the resort's quietest pockets overlooking a tree-lined parking courtyard rather than a road, and supports 1 to 3 month summer customisations: add a dedicated IKEA LINNMON desk and chair, or reconfigure into a full remote-work setup with a real bed and one or two desks (layout options and fees). At €58/day, the studio costs less per month than coworking plus a room in most European coastal cities.

Flat minimalist illustration of a family of four with sofa beds and beach at Aheloy Coast Retreat

Families with One or Two Small Children

The studio flat sleeps a maximum of 3 guests (2 adults and 1 child, or 3 adults): the sofa bed sleeps 2 adults and the click-clack sofa bed sleeps 1. The kitchenette cuts meal costs for families on a family vacation staying a full month. The path to the beach is flat with no road crossings, and the resort runs two swimming pools including a children's pool area with playground and kids animation all summer.

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Budget-Conscious Long-Stay Guests

This studio apartment costs €58/day on a 3-month booking, roughly 3 times less than a comparable studio flat in Crete or the Algarve during the same season. The washing machine handles laundry in-unit, Lidl is 5 minutes away by car, and direct-owner booking means no agency markup on the rent.

What Do Past Guests Say?

Aheloy Coast Retreat guests consistently note three attributes: George's responsiveness as a host, the balcony sea view over Burgas Bay, and the 80-metre flat walk to the beach. Twelve guests stayed in the studio and shared their feedback below.

“Wonderful studio. George was so welcoming and made check-in completely effortless. The balcony sea view over Burgas Bay was everything. An easy 80-metre walk to the beach, and his tips for Nessebar were spot on. Would stay again in a heartbeat.”

Karen M.

Canada · January 2026

“George is what you would call the ideal host. Communication and care were top tier. The studio was spotless and had everything we needed. Comfy beds and a fully kitted kitchenette.”

Derrick L.

United Kingdom · February 2026

“George was lovely from the first message and is a great host. The studio felt brand new and was very clean. The balcony looking out over Burgas Bay was superb for morning coffee. Aheloy is walkable and the beach is practically at your door. We would definitely stay again.”

Sydney R.

Vancouver, Canada · March 2026

“Such a gorgeous place to stay. The location is amazing, so close to the beach with stunning sea views from the 5th floor. George is an amazing host, very attentive, and replies to every question quickly. The resort pool and the kitchenette made it feel right at home. Would recommend to everyone.”

Jess K.

Ireland · February 2026

“The studio was really perfect. Ideally located in a quiet complex, steps from the sea and with a peaceful sea view over Burgas Bay from the balcony. George was always available, with warm hospitality and excellent local tips for Nessebar and Pomorie. Thank you again for the wonderful welcome.”

Houria B.

France · March 2026

“This is the cleanest accommodation I have stayed in across all my travels. Everything feels brand new and the balcony sea view over Burgas Bay is exceptional. George is lovely to talk to and the 80-metre walk to the beach seals the deal.”

Benjamin T.

Australia · April 2026

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“Very clean studio, George clearly takes pride in that. The furniture shows some signs of use but nothing worn out, everything works and the appliances are all in good condition. The sea view from the balcony was the highlight, and the flat walk to the beach made it easy with a pushchair.”

Marta S.

Poland · March 2026

“George answered every question within minutes, even late at night. The studio is spotless and has a proper kitchenette with everything you need for a longer stay. You can lie on the click-clack sofa bed and see the sea directly through the balcony door, which made falling asleep to the sound of waves effortless.”

Tomasz W.

Germany · February 2026

“The location is excellent and the studio was very clean when we arrived. You can tell it has been lived in, the sofa cushions and kitchen counter have some everyday wear, but nothing damaged and nothing that affected our stay. George was a fantastic host and the beach access is exactly as described.”

Elena D.

Romania · April 2026

“Stayed for three weeks while working remotely. The Wi-Fi held up perfectly for video calls and the quiet courtyard side of the building meant zero noise during the day. George sorted a late check-in for us with no fuss. The kitchenette saved us a fortune compared to eating out every meal.”

Mark H.

United Kingdom · March 2026

“George is a wonderful host, always reachable and full of local recommendations. The studio is clean and well equipped. Some items like the curtain rod and bathroom shelf have light wear from previous guests, but everything is functional and the overall condition is solid. The balcony view alone made the trip worth it.”

Anna P.

Czech Republic · April 2026

“Second time booking with George and the standard has not dropped at all. The studio was just as clean as we remembered, the sea view is consistently stunning, and he upgraded the mattress topper since our last visit. The 80 metres to the beach is not an exaggeration.”

David C.

Netherlands · February 2026

Why Book Direct

Aheloy Coast Retreat accepts bookings for the Summer 2026 season directly from the owner. Unlike OTA platform listings, direct booking removes the commission layer and puts you in contact with the person who owns and manages the studio.

Booking for Summer 2026 season
Direct from the owner, no OTA fees
Registered with Pomorie Municipality
Response within 24 hours
Real reviews after first verified stays

Plan Your Cheap Beach Holiday in Aheloy: Location, Space, Work, Resort, and Booking

A 3-month stay at Aheloy Coast Retreat costs €1725/month (around €58/day) for a 40 m² sea-view studio for up to 3 guests at 80 m from the Black Sea. The 5 facts below cover what families and remote workers verify before a cheap beach holiday booking in Aheloy: location, space, work, resort, and booking terms.

Map pin marking Aheloy Coast Retreat on the Black Sea coastline in Aheloy, Bulgaria, illustrating first-line position at Midia Grand Resort
Aheloy Coast Retreat sits on the first line of the Bulgarian Black Sea coast, around 80 m from the shore.
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Location and Beach Access

answers: where is it?

Aheloy Coast Retreat sits on the first line of the Bulgarian Black Sea coast, around 80 m from the shore.

Aheloy Coast Retreat occupies a first-line position in Midia Grand Resort with direct shoreline access.

The building elevator carries luggage, buggies, and children to every floor.

The balcony faces east, receiving full morning sun until around 13:00. Afternoon shade reaches the balcony naturally, so the studio cools passively during peak heat and the AC runs less.

Burgas Airport lies 25 minutes by car (about 18 km), and Nessebar Old Town is 12 minutes away.

Aheloy town centre is 5 minutes by car for Lidl groceries, a pharmacy, and buffet meals under €10.

Calculate Long-Term Summer Pricing

Monthly rent for this studio covers one-month, two-month, and three-month stays across the May to October (peak from mid-June to end-September) season. The three-month rate starts at €1725/month, month two includes a €520 discount, and nightly bookings at €110/night are available on request.

All prices are quoted in euros (EUR). A municipal tourist tax applies per person per night under Bulgarian law, and the applicable rate for Pomorie Municipality is confirmed at booking.

1-Month Stay

€2295

/ month

About €77 / day

Peak window: 15 June to 30 September

Total: €2295

Month 1: €2295

Peak summer rate for one-month stays during high-demand dates.

2-Month Stay

€2035

/ month

About €68 / day

Best for July-August or August-September

Total: €4070

Month 1: €2295, Month 2: €1775 (-€520 discount)

Long-stay reduction for two-month summer occupancy planning.

Best Value

3-Month Stay

€1725

/ month

About €58 / day

Extended stay across June-September

Total: €5175

Month 1: €1725, Month 2: €1725, Month 3: €1725 (flat 3-month rate)

Three-month and longer family stays use a flat €1725 per month rate, with electricity, water, and 150 Mbps Wi-Fi all included.

Stay Rules and Pricing Notes

  • Minimum stay: 1 month
  • Off-peak monthly rate: €750
  • Booking confirms months 1 and 2 only
  • Nightly rate (on request): €110/night
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Everything included in the monthly rent at Aheloy Coast Retreat, shown as a single flat illustration.

All-in monthly rate

Included in the monthly rent

One flat monthly rate covers the furnished studio, resort pools, Wi-Fi, electricity, water, heating, and air conditioning. No separate bills, no meter disputes. After choosing the stay length, long summer stays can also customise the layout with a bed or a dedicated remote-work desk (see options).

What you get

  • Furnished sea studio around 40 m² with private balcony, teak table, and 2 chairs
  • Two extra-large freshwater resort pools for daily summer use
  • Very clean, well-kept gardens and open common areas
  • 150 Mbps Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and a fully equipped kitchenette without oven
  • Large on-site parking plus evening animation and night shows
  • Two resort restaurants on-site, including one a la carte
  • Layout for maximum 3 guests (2 adults + 1 child or 3 adults), with one large sofa bed and one click-clack sofa bed
  • Written booking and cancellation terms before payment

Not Included

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Smoke alarm
  • Carbon monoxide alarm

House Rules and Stay Notes

  • Check-in after 15:00 and check-out by 11:00.
  • No parties or events inside the unit.
  • No smoking inside the apartment.
Flat minimalist illustration of L-shaped sofa and click-clack sofa bed sleeping setup at Aheloy Coast Retreat

Sleeping Setup

Maximum 3 guests (2 adults + 1 child or 3 adults)

  • L-shaped sofa bed Queen-size sleeping surface, main living room, fits 2 adults.
  • Click-clack sofa bed Flat, padded, fits 1 adult or 1 child.
  • Linen and towels Fresh set on arrival, extras in the wardrobe. Laundry in-unit.
  • Convert for long stays 1 to 3 month summer stays can swap a sofa bed for a real IKEA single bed, add a work desk, or both. See the layout options after the pricing section.
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Guest Access

What's private, what's shared

  • Private: whole studio, sea-view balcony, kitchenette, bathroom.
  • Shared with resort guests: 2 outdoor pools, gardens, free on-site parking (1 space per unit; overflow available 10 m from resort), resort restaurants and bar (pay-as-you-go).
  • Extra fee on-site: resort gym (optional, paid direct to the resort).
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Arrival, Pets and Deposit

Check in time: 15:00 (3 pm) · Checkout: 11:00 (11 am)

  • Self check-in. Keypad code and directions sent 24 hours before arrival by WhatsApp or email. A welcome pack with local essentials is left in the studio. No reception queue.
  • Pets on request. Small dogs only, for stays of 2+ months, €50 per month pet fee. Cats, medium or large dogs, and other pets are not allowed.
  • Security deposit required. €200 deposit required against damages. Paid by SEPA bank transfer before arrival, returned within 48 hours after checkout, less any verified damage.

About the studio layout

Questions about beds, sofas, and work setup

This listing is tailored for people who want to spend a full summer working remotely by the Black Sea: affordable but not bare-bones, close to the beach, at your own pace. The layout choices in the next section reflect that purpose.

Why are there sofa beds instead of regular beds?

The studio is 40 m². A full-time bed setup would lock 40% of the floor into a single function. With sofa beds, daytime is a living room where you can sit, work, eat, and see the sea through the balcony doors. Night is a flat queen-size sleeping surface on the L-shaped sofa and a single berth on the click-clack. This is the pattern that lets a small apartment feel like a real living space across a 1 to 3 month stay rather than a hotel room you only sleep in.

Can the sofa beds be swapped for a standard bed?

For stays under 3 months, no. Swapping furniture in and out for a short booking is not practical and the space works best as intended. For 3-month summer commitments, yes: the layout can be converted with a bed, a desk setup, or a combination in the layout section after pricing. The conversion happens before you arrive so the apartment is ready on day one.

How comfortable are the sofa beds to actually sleep on?

The L-shaped sofa bed opens into a flat, continuous queen-size sleeping surface, not a hinge-in-the-middle setup. The click-clack is a single padded berth. Both are firm and suitable for a full summer of sleep. That said, they are not identical to a dedicated spring mattress. If sleep quality is critical for you, the 3-month bed conversion is the better option.

Can I request a different sleeping or work setup for a long stay?

Yes, with options that scale by stay length. A 1-month stay can add a dedicated work desk for an extra fee. A 2-month stay gets the same work desk included. A 3-month summer commitment unlocks full layout customisation: choose a bed + desk combo, two desks for couple remote work, or a bed + sofa hybrid. Exact configurations and fees are confirmed before you pay, and the apartment is converted before you arrive.

Ask when you send the inquiry and the host will share the exact menu of layouts, surcharges, and what fits your stay.

Who is this listing built for?

Remote workers and their families who want a cheap (but not bare-bones) summer by the Black Sea. 150 Mbps Wi-Fi, a flat table that doubles as a desk, 80 metres to the beach on a flat path, a kitchenette that cuts meal costs, and enough space to work in the morning and swim in the afternoon. It is not a luxury rental and it is not a backpacker room. It is built for the summer you would actually enjoy taking.

How Does Aheloy Compare on Price?

Summer 2026 rates at nearby Bulgarian resorts and popular European beach destinations, compared to Aheloy's all-in monthly.

Aheloy area Airbnb (nightly and monthly)
Aheloy Coast Retreat (long-stay rate) You save
€1725/mo

All-inclusive rate for 3+ month stays. Electricity, water, and Wi-Fi included.

Aheloy · 40 m² €55/night (≈€1400/mo)

Furnished beachfront studio, peak-summer nightly on Airbnb ranges roughly €40 to €70.

Sunny Beach · 30 m² €60/night (≈€1500/mo)

Central studios near the beachfront run €45 to €85 per night in peak season.

Nessebar · 41 m² €75/night (≈€1900/mo)

Studios near the Old Town peninsula trade at €60 to €100 per night in peak season.

Ravda · 51 m² €65/night (≈€1650/mo)

Beachfront studio in Ravda, peak-summer nightly roughly €50 to €85.

Ravda · 70 m² €95/night (≈€2400/mo)

Larger one-bedroom apartments in the same Ravda beach zone run €80 to €120 per night.

Bulgarian Black Sea coast
Aheloy Coast Retreat (long-stay rate) You save
€1725/mo

All-inclusive rate for 3+ month stays. Electricity, water, and Wi-Fi included.

Sozopol €2400/mo

Avg ~€80/night in peak summer. Old town, south coast.

Sveti Vlas €2700/mo

Avg ~€90/night. Marina village, growing premium segment.

Pomorie €1800/mo

Avg ~€60/night. Spa town south of Burgas Airport.

Obzor €2100/mo

Avg ~€70/night. Quieter resort between Varna and Burgas.

Golden Sands €2700/mo

Avg ~€90/night. Major resort near Varna, hotel-dominated.

Varna (beach area) €2100/mo

Avg ~€70/night. City beach apartments, wider supply.

European beach destinations
Aheloy Coast Retreat (long-stay rate) You save
€1725/mo

All-inclusive rate for 3+ month stays. Electricity, water, and Wi-Fi included.

Antalya, Turkey €2100/mo

Avg ~€70/night. Closest to Bulgarian pricing in Europe.

Budva, Montenegro €2700/mo

Avg ~€90/night. Adriatic resort, prices rising fast.

Split, Croatia €3600/mo

Avg ~€120/night. Dalmatian coast, scarce monthly lets.

Costa Blanca, Spain €3600/mo

Avg ~€120/night. Alicante area, large expat market.

Crete, Greece €4500/mo

Avg ~€150/night. August peak can reach €280/night.

Algarve, Portugal €4800/mo

Avg ~€160/night. Lagos/Albufeira, strong nomad demand.

Costa del Sol, Spain €5400/mo

Avg ~€180/night. Malaga/Marbella, premium pricing.

Dubrovnik, Croatia €4200/mo

Avg ~€140/night. Landlords prefer nightly tourist rates.

Rates are estimated peak-summer (July-August) monthly equivalents for ~40 m² furnished studios near the beach, based on Airbnb, Flatio, and local listing portals as of April 2026. Actual prices vary by location, amenities, and booking period.

Customise your summer stay

What layout options are available for remote workers and long-stay guests?

Flat illustration of a single bed, rolled mattress, wooden work desk, wooden chair, and ergonomic office chair on a white background, showing the furniture pieces available to customise the studio layout at Aheloy Coast Retreat

These layout options apply to the 1-month, 2-month, and 3-month summer pricing above. The studio ships with its default sofa bed layout, but long-stay guests can swap the default for a work desk or a fuller reconfiguration with a bed. Furniture is IKEA-equivalent (single bed frame, mattress, slatted base, desk, chair) and is set up before you arrive.

Short summer stays: add a work desk

  • 1-month stay Add a work desk and chair for €150 one-time. Covers delivery, assembly, and removal at checkout.
  • 2-month stay Same work desk and chair, free of charge. The longer stay absorbs the setup cost.

3-month summer commitment: pick one layout

Three full months unlocks every layout below. Fees cover materials only, no labour markup. Select one and tap Continue to send the inquiry with your choice pre-filled. The apartment will be converted before your arrival date.

Continue with this furnishing → Selected: keep the default sofa bed layout

The host will confirm availability, exact IKEA-equivalent models, and the final written terms before any payment.

Play with the numbers

Your Summer Budget at Aheloy Coast Retreat

Adjust the stay, group size, and meal plan to see your real Aheloy total update live. The number next to it is what a similar week would cost at a popular beach back home, so you can see the saving at a glance without guessing.

Stay length
Who's coming
Food mode
Your home expenses (optional)

We compare your Aheloy holiday to a peak-summer rental at a popular domestic destination in your home country (e.g. Cornwall for the UK, Sylt for Germany).

Extras

Studio accepts small dogs only on stays of 2+ months

Staying home

2,795

€10 per person per day

Rent / mortgage
0
Utilities
0
Groceries
2,795

Cheapest beach holiday

7,581

€2,527 per person · €28 per person per day

Home rent (kept)
0
Home utilities (kept)
0
Aheloy rent
5,175
Food
2,406
Utilities
Included

Domestic holiday at Cornwall, UK

17,436

Peak summer rental at a popular beach or lake destination in your home country

Home rent (kept)
0
Home utilities (kept)
0
Destination rent
11,400
Food
6,036

You save on this summer by choosing Aheloy

9,855

Roughly 57% less than a domestic holiday.

No payment online. George confirms availability and sends a SEPA transfer link for the deposit.

The same stay at other European beach spots

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Aheloy

7,581

Your current setup. Utilities and Wi-Fi included.

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How these numbers are calculated
Home rent and utilities
Pre-filled from Numbeo 2026 residential rent outside city centre (1BR), family-adjusted. You continue to pay these during your holiday, so every scenario includes them.
Domestic holiday rental costs
Peak-summer (Jul-Aug) vacation rental median for a 2BR family apartment at the domestic destination. Cross-checked with Airbnb and Booking.com long-stay listings, April 2026.
Monthly food estimate
Formula: (inexpensive meal × 16) + local grocery basket (€150-220 adjusted by country).
Beach destination rents
Numbeo residential base × ~1.7 peak-summer tourist premium, cross-checked with Airbnb long-stay listings for July and August 2026, utilities included in the figure shown.
Aheloy food tiers
Benchmarked against Lidl Bulgaria grocery basket and Sunny Beach restaurant menus (April 2026).
Flight-to-Burgas medians
Google Flights low-season round-trip estimates. Not live-fetched; refresh before booking. Domestic holiday travel assumed by car or train (€0 flight cost).

Check the Beach, Sea, and Today's Weather in Aheloy

The tree-shaded path between studio and sand stays cool through midday heat and keeps strollers and wheeled luggage level from door to sunbed. The panoramic balcony view from the 5th floor gives a clear sightline directly over the Black Sea.

The Black Sea at Aheloy is calm and shallow in the first 30 metres, with fine golden sand, lifeguard posts in July and August, and sea water around 24 to 26°C through peak summer.

Heads-up: on Bulgarian public holidays (3 March, 1 May, 24 May, 6 September) the resort and nearby restaurants fill up quickly, so plan quieter days around those dates. Check live conditions before you book or fly in.

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  • Walk to sand

    80 m (~70 seconds)

  • Sea water temp, peak summer

    24 - 26°C

  • Beach profile

    Fine golden sand, shallow first 30 m, lifeguards Jul - Aug.

Proximity to the Beach

Midia Grand Resort sits about 80 metres from the Black Sea shoreline, a flat 70-second walk on a shaded pedestrian lane with no road crossing.

Midia Family Resort

About 70 sec walk to the Black Sea

Explore Resort Facilities and Local Life

Aerial Black Sea coast view over the Sunny Beach and Nessebar bay area in Bulgaria
Aerial view of Midia Grand Resort and the Black Sea coastline at Aheloy. The studio sits in the sea-facing block on the right, with the beach visible at the top of the frame.

Midia Grand Resort Video Tour

Midia Grand Resort pools, beach frontage, and resort grounds shown in this video tour. The sea-view studio at Aheloy Coast Retreat is on the 5th floor of the sea-facing building visible in the footage.

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Resort Snapshot

Midia Grand Resort is a year round complex (the studio is available year-round) operating two seasonal outdoor pools, a fitness centre, restaurant, and bar, with the beach 80 m from the studio. Lidl at the Ravda roundabout is a 5-minute drive and Aheloy town centre covers daily groceries and buffet-style meals under 10 euro.

Aheloy sits within Pomorie Municipality, Burgas Oblast, Bulgaria (postal code 8217). The studio balcony faces Burgas Bay on the western Black Sea coast.

Nearby landmarks include Ancient Nessebar (UNESCO World Heritage Site), approximately 12 minutes by car., Pomorie Lake, a coastal lagoon and nature reserve with seasonal flamingo populations, approximately 10 km., and the flamingo populations at Atanasovsko Lake, a Ramsar-listed wetland north of Burgas with flamingos, on the road from Burgas Airport (BOJ) to Aheloy..

Burgas Airport

18 km • 25 mins

Regional Connections

Varna, Istanbul & Sofia

Varna: 100km (1.5h) • Istanbul: 350km (4h) • Sofia: 387km (4.5h)

Medical Support

MBAL Burgas (Largest) • 25 mins

Private options for English speakers: Life Hospital, Saint Sophia.

Aheloy Town

Town Centre • 5 min Drive

Local Life Guides

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Aheloy daily essentials

Aheloy town centre is about a 5 minute drive from the resort. It has grocery shops, a pharmacy, restaurants, and buffet places where food is sold by weight.

Local Context
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Nessebar access

Old Town Nessebar is about 12 minutes by car for dining, walks, and cultural evenings.

Local Context
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Sunny Beach and Pomorie range

Sunny Beach (8 km) and Pomorie (10 km) expand family dining and leisure options. Pomorie is also known for its salt lake mud baths, whose healing properties attract visitors for therapeutic stays year round.

Local Context
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Burgas city support

Burgas (30 km) provides wider shopping, healthcare, and urban services for longer stays.

Local Context
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Airport transfer service

Burgas Airport is about 25 minutes by car (around 18 km). Airport transfer service can be arranged on request for arrival, rotation, and family logistics.

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Resort-operated facilities follow the complex operating schedule and may vary by season or maintenance windows.

Frequently asked questions Често задавани въпроси

Why Is Aheloy Coast Retreat This Cheap? Защо Aheloy Coast Retreat е толкова евтино?

Answers to what people actually ask before a long-stay beach booking in Bulgaria. Отговори на въпросите, които хората реално задават преди дълъг плажен престой в България.

  1. 01 How can the price be this low? Как цената е толкова ниска?

    Because guests commit to 1 to 3 months, not a weekend. Long stays let us skip the 15 to 25 percent OTA commission that Booking.com and Airbnb charge. Bulgarian electricity, water, and labour cost roughly 40 to 60 percent less than Western European averages (Eurostat 2024 purchasing power data). Bulgaria uses the euro, so you pay in the same currency as home with zero conversion loss. All-inclusive pricing means no surprise utility bills on your side or ours. Bulgaria ranks among the lowest-cost coastal economies in the EU, and we pass the structural saving straight to the rent. Защото гостите резервират за 1 до 3 месеца, а не за уикенд. Дългият престой ни позволява да избегнем 15 до 25 процента комисионна за Booking.com или Airbnb. Ток, вода и труд в България са около 40 до 60 процента по-евтини от средните за Западна Европа (данни на Евростат за покупателна способност, 2024). България използва еврото, така че плащате в същата валута без загуби от конвертиране. All-inclusive цената означава без изненадващи сметки и за двете страни. България е сред най-евтините крайбрежни икономики в ЕС и ние прехвърляме тази структурна икономия директно в наема.

  2. 02 Why monthly stays only, not weekends? Защо само месечни престои, без уикенди?

    A weekend booking costs us almost as much to turn over as a full month earns. Cleaning, linen, greetings, key handovers, deposit checks, all of it is one-off work. One family for 3 months is simpler to run than 12 weekend groups, so the monthly rate reflects that efficiency and stays low. Уикенд резервацията ни струва почти колкото печалбата от цял месец. Почистване, бельо, посрещане, предаване на ключове, депозит, всичко това е еднократна работа. Едно семейство за 3 месеца е по-лесно за нас от 12 уикенд групи, затова месечната цена отразява тази ефективност и остава ниска.

  3. 03 Is it really owner-direct, no agency? Наистина ли е директно от собственика, без агенция?

    Yes. The studio owner handles every booking personally. This site is where the listing lives, but behind it is a real person who meets you, hands over the keys, collects and returns the deposit, and resolves any issue during your stay. There is no Booking.com, Airbnb, or property-management company in the chain. That alone takes 15 to 25 percent off the rate you would pay on an OTA platform for the same studio. Да. Собственикът на студиото обработва всяка резервация лично. Този сайт е мястото, където е обявата, но зад него стои реален човек, който ви посреща, предава ключовете, събира и връща депозита и решава всеки проблем по време на престоя ви. Няма Booking.com, Airbnb или агенция в процеса. Това само по себе си спестява 15 до 25 процента от цената при OTA платформа за същото студио.

  4. 04 What's the catch? Къде е уловката?

    None, if you can commit to a minimum one-month stay. The rate you see is the rate you pay. No city tax add-on, no peak-week surcharge hidden in the fine print. Utilities, Wi-Fi, pool access, and on-site parking are included. A €200 refundable deposit is paid by SEPA bank transfer before arrival and returned within 48 hours of checkout, less any verified damage beyond normal wear. The only other extras are optional resort gym and spa, charged directly by the resort. Няма, ако можете да резервирате за поне един месец. Цената, която виждате, е цената, която плащате. Без градска такса, без пикова надбавка в дребния шрифт. Ток, вода, Wi-Fi, басейн и паркинг са включени. Възстановим депозит от €200 се заплаща чрез SEPA банков превод преди пристигане и се връща до 48 часа след напускане, минус доказани щети извън нормалното износване. Единствените други допълнителни разходи са фитнес и СПА в комплекса, ако решите да ги ползвате, които се плащат директно към комплекса.

  5. 05 Is Bulgaria safe and modern enough for a long stay? Достатъчно безопасна и модерна ли е България за дълъг престой?

    Bulgaria joined the EU in 2007, the Schengen area in 2025, and the eurozone in 2025. EU food safety and data protection regulations apply. UK and EU driving licenses are valid. 4G and 5G coverage is standard across the Black Sea coast. Healthcare reciprocity via EHIC works for EU citizens. Card payments are accepted at restaurants, supermarkets, and petrol stations across the coast, and major banks operate branches in Burgas and Pomorie. You are in the EU, just the lower-cost part of it. България влезе в ЕС през 2007, в Шенген през 2025 и в еврозоната през 2025. В сила са регулациите на ЕС за хранителна безопасност и защита на данните. Шофьорските книжки от ЕС и Великобритания са валидни. 4G и 5G покритие има по цялото черноморско крайбрежие. Здравно осигуряване през EHIC работи за гражданите на ЕС. Плащането с карта се приема в ресторанти, супермаркети и бензиностанции по крайбрежието, а големите банки имат клонове в Бургас и Поморие. Намирате се в ЕС, просто в по-евтината част.

  6. 06 Can I extend or shorten the stay mid-booking? Мога ли да удължа или съкратя престоя по време на пребиваване?

    Yes, if the calendar has room. Both sides confirm any change in writing before it takes effect. Shortening triggers a pro-rata refund on the unused month. Extending triggers a pro-rata top-up at the same tier rate, or the next tier rate if crossing into a shorter remaining period. The exact rules are spelled out in the booking confirmation sent before you pay. Да, ако има свободни дати. И двете страни потвърждават всяка промяна писмено преди да влезе в сила. При съкращаване получавате пропорционална обратна сума за неизползвания месец. При удължаване плащате пропорционална добавка на същата тарифа, или тарифата за по-кратък остатък. Точните правила са описани в потвърждението за резервация преди плащане.

Nearby Beaches and Towns

Three beach strips sit on your doorstep: two small resort beaches in front of Midia Grand Resort, plus a third public beach 300 m along the coast at the neighbouring resort. Six more beaches and coastal towns fall within a 30-minute drive, covering Ravda, Nessebar's UNESCO old town, Sunny Beach's party strip, Pomorie's therapeutic black sand, Sveti Vlas marina, and Burgas Sea Garden.

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  1. 1

    Midia Grand Resort beaches (starting point)

    80 m

    Three beach strips within easy walking distance: two small sand beaches directly in front of Midia Grand Resort (80 m from the balcony), plus a third public beach about 300 m along the coast at the neighbouring resort. All fine sand, shallow first 30 m, lifeguards in peak summer.

  2. 2

    Ravda Beach

    3.5 km · 7 min drive

    Smaller, calmer beach between Aheloy and Nessebar. Suited to families avoiding Sunny Beach crowds.

  3. 3

    Nessebar Old Town

    9 km · 14 min drive

    UNESCO old town on a peninsula with golden strips of beach on both sides. Mix of beach and sightseeing.

  4. 4

    Sunny Beach Central

    11.5 km · 18 min drive

    Bulgaria's biggest beach strip. Water sports, bars, restaurants. Loud in July and August, worth a day trip.

  5. 5

    Pomorie Beach

    8.5 km · 13 min drive

    Dark volcanic-mineral sand known for therapeutic mud. Salt lake lagoon next door with flamingos.

  6. 6

    Sveti Vlas Marina

    15 km · 22 min drive

    Newer resort town with yacht marina, quieter than Sunny Beach, upmarket restaurants.

  7. 7

    Burgas Sea Garden Beach

    28 km · 28 min drive

    City beach with the long Sea Garden promenade. Pair it with Burgas airport arrival or shopping.

Plan B for the weather План Б за времето

What to Do When It's Raining or You Skip the Beach Какво да Правите в Дъждовен Ден или Когато Пропуснете Плажа

Flat minimalist illustration of a cozy rainy day at the Aheloy Coast Retreat balcony with coffee and book

The Bulgarian Black Sea has 4 to 8 rainy days in a peak summer month, sometimes a 2 to 3 day cool spell. It is not a dealbreaker. The studio, the resort, and the nearby towns have enough cover to keep a long stay interesting when the sun is off. Here is the short list by effort level, from the sofa to a 30-minute drive. Българското Черноморие има 4 до 8 дъждовни дни в пиков летен месец, понякога 2 до 3 дни хладен период. Това не е проблем. Студиото, комплексът и близките градове имат достатъчно покрити пространства, за да направят дългия престой интересен и без слънце. Ето краткия списък по ниво на усилие, от дивана до 30 минути с кола.

Inside the studio (zero leaving) Без да излизате от студиото

  • Full kitchenette with hob, kettle, fridge, and washing machine. Cook a long lunch from a Lidl run. Напълно оборудван кухненски бокс с котлон, кана, хладилник и пералня. Направете дълъг обяд с продукти от Lidl.
  • 150 Mbps Wi-Fi for Netflix, video calls, cloud gaming, and kids' tablets. Wi-Fi 150 Mbps за Netflix, видеоразговори, облачен гейминг и таблети за децата.
  • Partially covered balcony. A steaming coffee and the sound of rain over the Black Sea is the hidden luxury here. Частично покрит балкон. Кафе на пара и звукът на дъжд над Черно море са скритата разкош.
  • Board games and a small book shelf in the studio. Настолни игри и малка библиотека в студиото.

Inside the resort (no car needed) В рамките на комплекса (без кола)

  • Two on-site restaurants, including one à la carte. Rainy-day long lunch turns into 2 to 3 hours easily. Два ресторанта в комплекса, единият а ла карт. Дълъг обяд в дъждовен ден лесно става 2 до 3 часа.
  • Resort gym and spa (optional, entry around €10 to €15 paid directly to the resort). Фитнес и СПА в комплекса (по желание, вход около €10 до €15, плаща се директно на комплекса).
  • Covered pool bar terrace. Still works when there is a light shower. Покрита тераса на бара до басейна. Работи и при лек дъжд.

A short drive when the sky clears Кратко шофиране, когато спре

  • Nessebar UNESCO old town (12 min drive). Cobbled streets, 40 plus ancient churches, small museums. Beautiful in low grey light. Стар град Несебър под защитата на ЮНЕСКО (12 мин с кола). Калдъръмени улици, над 40 древни църкви, малки музеи. Прекрасен в сиво време.
  • Burgas Aquarium (25 min). Classic rainy-day kids activity. Cheap entry. Аквариум Бургас (25 мин). Класическа детска активност за дъждовни дни. Евтин вход.
  • Burgas Regional History Museum (25 min). Thracian artefacts and coastal history, free-to-cheap. Регионален исторически музей Бургас (25 мин). Тракийски артефакти и крайбрежна история, безплатно до евтино.
  • Pomorie Salt Museum (12 min). Niche but interesting, under an hour. Музей на солта в Поморие (12 мин). Нишов, но интересен, под час.
  • Mall Galleria Burgas (25 min). Cinema, bowling, shops, food court. The standard all-weather family plan. Mall Galleria Бургас (25 мин). Кино, боулинг, магазини, кът за хранене. Стандартната семейна програма за всяко време.

Cosy food and drink Уютна храна и питие

  • Traditional mechana (Bulgarian tavern) in Aheloy or Nessebar. Rakia, slow food, sometimes live folk music. Традиционна механа в Ахелой или Несебър. Ракия, бавна храна, понякога жива фолк музика.
  • Pomorie wineries (30 min). Reservation needed, small-group tastings of local Black Sea reds and whites. Винарни в Поморие (30 мин). Нужна е резервация, дегустация на местни черноморски вина в малки групи.
  • Specialty coffee in Nessebar old town. Sheltered courtyards, espresso around €2. Специално кафе в Стар Несебър. Защитени дворове, еспресо около €2.

Looking at a forecast right now? The weather card above updates live, and two or more rainy days in a row is the cue to pick two plans from this list. Гледате прогнозата в момента? Картата с времето горе се обновява на живо, а два или повече поредни дъждовни дни са знак да изберете два варианта от този списък.