Sugarbox House is our newly refurbished detached house in the heart of the traditional Hungarian village of Sirok,  situated in the Tarna Valley, one and a half hour's drive from Budapest airport and between the Bukk and Matra mountains surrounded by lush forests. The house sits directly across from the magnificent local church and covers 3 floors, sleeping 5 people, although we can also supply fold up beds to increase its capacity to 8.

GROUND FLOOR comprises of an open plan kitchen/dining room/livingroom with a high wooden beamed ceiling and cartwheel central light fitting, log burning stove (with oven), electric oven and hob (with extractor), fridge/freezer, dining table and chairs, an arm chair, 4 seater bed settee, tv with digi tv and dvd player. There is also an electric heater for those chilly winter nights.

FIRST FLOOR comprises of 1 wood panelled bedroom with twin beds, wardrobe and tv with digi tv.

LOWER GROUND FLOOR comprises of a utility area with washing machine, ironing board, iron and log burning stove, shower room with wc and wash basin and 1 bedroom with double bed settee, en-suite wc and fitted wardrobe.

Towels and bed linen are provided.

EXTRAS As part of our ongoing aim to improve the service that we offer our guests, we are now able to provide, at no extra cost, a travel cot, high chair and safety gate for families with babies or small children staying at Sugarbox House. We also include dvd's, books, playing cards, childrens games and fishing tackle.

PARKING is to the right of the house and a private, gated, cobbled area with wooden bench is available to the front of the house.

GARDEN is to the rear of the house and is private and enclosed. It is South Easterly facing and catches the sun for almost all of the day. Being only 200 metres from the hills and forests there are fantastic views of the local scenery. There is a rustic covered seating area with table, barbeque  and traditional Hungarian fire pit for outdoor cooking and relaxing. There is also a small vegetable patch where guests can help themselves to seasonal vegetables.

OTHER SERVICES On your arrival there will be complementary fruit tea, instant coffee, sugar, milk and salt in the cupboards. However, we can also stock up on other items should you wish. Please see below:

1/2kg of white bread, cooked meats (salami, ham, chicken), pâté, jam (strawberry, apricot, raspberry), fruit juice (orange, apple, tomato, pienapple), butter/margarine, bottled water (fizzy or still), wine (red-medium/dry, white-medium/dry), cans of Hungarian beer. These items will be supplied at cost.

SMOKING We would appreciate it if our guests do not smoke inside the house. Immediately infront of the house there is a covered area with a bench and an ashtray, alternatively guests can use the covered seating area in the rear garden.

 LOCAL AMENITIES Within 200 metres there is a bank with atm, pastry shop/bakery, local bars, grocer, green grocer, hardware shop, doctor, dentist and 2 restaurants. Also in the village there is a post office, fuel station, hairdresser, and various other small retail establishments.

 AREA Sirok is a very traditional village situated in North East Hungary between the Bukk and Matra mountains, only 30 minutes drive from the Slovakian border and 20 kms from the baroque town of Eger and is most famous for its medieval castle ruins which was built on the top of a high rocky plateau in the 13th century. Magnificent 360* views can be had from here stretching out to the Matra mountains, the Slovakian mountains and the Bukk mountains.
 The climate here means that summers generally start in June with temperatures between 25*c - 35*c and start to cool down at the end of August. Spring and Autumn tend to be warm and comfortable.

 ACTIVITIES Within 25 kms there are fantastic, twisty biking roads (in July each year Sirok hosts the famous Hungarian Bike Week), excellent fishing lakes (with very large fish not present in English waters), countless wine cellars with award winning wines, forests teaming with wildlife including wild boar, mouflon and deer ideal for hiking, amazing architecture, museums, castles etc etc etc. Only 10 minutes drive away is the picturesque village of Bukkszek with its open air thermal spa. Several other thermal spas with healing properties are within close proximity with the one at Demjen being open until 2am.

 TRANSPORT The village has excellent bus links with Budapest, Eger and surrounding villages.

The Hungarian drink drive limit is zero. You are not allowed to have any alcohol if driving. Also, drivers must carry all their documents in their vehicle at all times, registration document, insurance, mot, driving licence, passport. If using the motorways a vignette must be purchased in advance. The minimum time is for 4 days and these can be bought at most fuel stations. Dipped headlights must be used at all times outside of towns and villages. Speed limits are 50kph in towns and villages, 90kph outsside of towns and villages and 130kph on motorways. Drivers must also carry a red warning triangle, yellow or orange safety vests (for the driver and all passengers), spare bulbs and fuses (and the tools to change them) and an uptodate first aid kit.

TRIPS & TOURS We also arrange tailored trips to suit individual needs with ourselves who speak Hungarian and English. Whether you want to hike through the forests, go fishing, sight seeing, wine tasting, paragliding, paintballing, quad riding, horse riding etc we can arrange it. This way you can see more of the real Hungary without the worry of finding your way around or language difficulties. The Hungarians have a zero tolerance on drinking and driving so you will also be able to sample the local beers and wines and arrive back home safely.

GETTING HERE Many airlines fly in to Hungary's main airport Budapest Ferihegy. Personally we would always recommend a direct flight as we have been held up on two previous occasions by delyed non direct flights. From the UK several airlines fly directly here:  Wizzair from Luton, Jet2 from Manchester, Ryanair from East Midlands, Easyjet from Luton & Gatwick, Wizzair from Luton, Jet2 from Manchester, Ryanair from East Midlands, Easyjet from Luton & Gatwick, British Airways from Heathrow, Malev from Gatwick and Manchester.

If landing at terminal1, leave the airport carpark and turn left. Follow the signs for the M0 and Nyiregyhaza M3.  If landing at terminal 2, again again follow the signs for M0 and Nyireghaza M3. This will take you along the newly constructed M0 motorway until you reach the M3.  Keep following the signs for Nyireghaza. Once on the M3 you have 2 or 3 choices...the scenic route takes you over the highest point in Hungary Kekes Teto in the Matra mountains or the faster route continues along the motorway to Kal. If taking the scenic route, come off the motorway at the first sign for Gyongyos and follow road number 3. When in Gyongyos take a left along road number 24 towrds Parad. Simply stay on this road as this takes you directly into Sirok and past our house which is on the right hand side opposite the church just past the cross roads. Alternatively, stay on the M3 motorway past Gyongyos and take the turn off for Kal/Erdotelek. Follow the road through Kal to the very end where you meet road number 3. At this T junction turn left and first right towards Verpelet. Continue through Feldebro and Verpelet. Once over the railway crossing in Verpelet turn right towards Sirok. At the very end of this road trun right onto road number 24. Continue into the village and our house is on the right hand side opposite the church, just past the cross roads. 

REFERENCES We are able to provide references to potential guests from guests who have previously stayed at Sugarbox House or taken trips with us.

Sugarbox House is available to rent for most of the year with the exception of the beginning of November to December 19th and January 4th to the end of February. Minimum stay is 2 nights.

We are sorry but due to the fact that there are numerous stairs our house is not suitable for physically disabled or infirm guests.

Well behaved children are very welcome. Pets will be considered.

House rental only: 

March, April, May 2010  £280 per week (89,600 HUF) NOW ONLY £250 (80,000 HUF)

June, July, August 2010  £320 per week (102,400 HUF) NOW ONLY £295 (94,400 HUF)

September, October 2010  £280 per week (89,600 HUF) NOW ONLY £250 (80,000 HUF)

December/January 2010/2011  £320 per week (102,400) NOW ONLY £295 (94,400 HUF)

PLEASE NOTE: The reduced prices only apply to bookings made at least 4 weeks prior to arrival and paid for in full at time of booking.

.

 2010 SPECIAL OFFER:

For guests staying a minimum of 7 nights during June, July or August 2010 we will include 1 half day trip for up to 3 people free of charge. Eg, Be collected from Sugarbox House, driven into Eger, shown around the town then driven to Szépasszony-völgy to sample the local wines in this special valley. Or perhaps you might prefer to be taken for a walk up to Sirok castle and then driven to Blue Mountain or maybe join us at our other house in the forest overlooking Eger for a traditional Hungarian meal prepared over an open fire. There are many options and we will be happy to discuss your requirements.

Please note that 2010 prices do NOT include the local tourist tax of 350 HUF per adult per day (agd betwen 18-70). This will need to be paid at the end of your stay.

We reserve the right to amend prices and offers without prior notice.