STAFILOS AREA consists of flat olive groves, wooded hillsides and scattered accommodations. There are a few taverns, a new super market and a new gasoline station. The two beaches, Stafilos and Velanio are on the same coast line separated by a headland. Holiday accommodations on Stafilos are suitable for those who would like to be in a quiet location in the countryside, close to the beach and not too far from Skopelos Town, which is easily reached by local buses, taxi or feet.

STAFILOS BEACH  The closest coast to the town (4,5 km), popular and  prone to get crowded. A sloping road, 500 meters off the bus route brings you to the beach. Mixed sandy and shingle, with umbrellas and sun beds, in a delightful setting. There are two taverns nearby and parking facilities. It was named after the mythical Prince Stafilos. His grave was found on the small cape at the right side, together with his golden sword, which is displayed at the Museum of Athens. The grave is similar to the royal Mycenaean ones. It is believed that Prince Stafilos with a group of Cretans settled here and founded a town, in 1600 B.C.

VELANIO BEACH  Next to Stafilos, on the other side of the headland, much larger and wider, with umbrellas and sun beds. Impressive with fine thick sand and water spring at the very end. Some years ago it was the most popular (unofficial) nudist beach of the island.