A Stage for Contemporary Presence
Some places exist as destinations others exist as states of mind. At first glance, it is a 19th-century house nestled in the Balkan Mountains. Stone walls, timber structures, traces of another era. Yet to experience Karashka merely as accommodation would be to miss...
Restoration of an Old House from A Almost to Z
RENOVATION, RECONSTRUCTION AND RESTORATION OF AN AUTHENTIC BULGARIAN HOME WHERE SHOULD WE START? This is a question that is often underestimated, yet the wrong answer can send an entire project in the wrong direction. When restoring an old house, every rushed decision...
Following the trail of the wild inhabitants of Stara Planina Mountains
An Unforgettable Adventure in the Heart of Central Balkan Two hours before sunrise, while the night still embraces the valleys, we gather in front of Karashka House – our gateway to the wild soul of the Balkan Mountains. In the silence of the early morning, we follow...
BREAKFAST AND DINNER MENU
NOWHERE IS SO BEAUTIFUL!
The mountain is calling: Susanne Arndt on her way to the summit of Botev in the Central Balkan National Park. © FLORIAN JAENICKE / Brigitte by Susanne Arndt 14.08.2025, 08:14 - 7 mins Just let go! Nothing is better for this than a holiday home in the Stara Planina,...
Photo hide for observing and filming songbirds and mammals.
Imagine a place where time seems to stand still, and every breath is filled with the silence of the mountains. In front of you unfolds a mirror – a crystal-clear surface of water reflecting the sky, peaks, and trees. This water is alive, flowing and fresh, always...
A Designer’s Dream: Restoring the Spirit of Rural Bulgaria by Kalin Mihaylov
I’m Kalin Mihaylov, an architectural designer with a deep admiration for traditional Bulgarian architecture and the quiet magic of rural life. In 2010 I discovered an abandoned house in the neighborhood of Karashka. It was built in 1921—weathered, half-collapsed,...
Village retreat in Central Bulgaria
Discover the Authenticity of the Balkan Mountains Sometimes, the best weekend getaways don’t require long journeys—just a two-hour drive from Sofia takes you to a quiet and secluded place in the Balkan Mountains, where time seems to stand still. In a village located...
The Magic of Sevlievo Street Market
Sevlievo Market close to Central Balkan Area Once upon a time, nestled among the picturesque peaks of Central Stara Planina, there was a small guesthouse that stood as a true oasis for weary travelers. Just a 30-minute drive from Sevlievo, this cozy house with...
Discover Bulgaria’s Hidden Gem
Why First-Time Visitors Love Staying at Karashka Vacation Home Nestled in the heart of Bulgaria’s breathtaking countryside, Karashka Vacation Home offers a unique and unforgettable experience for travelers exploring this beautiful country for the first time. Whether...