The Villa Collection Greece & Cyprus 2014
Contents Greece & Cyprus 4 GIC – The Villa Collection 7 Flights 8 Multi-Centre and Tailor-made holidays 9 Island destinations 10-11 Skopelos 12 Alonissos 26 Skiathos 40 Corfu 46 Paxos 58 Antipaxos 88 Sivota 94 Lefkas 98 Meganissi 114 Ithaca 120 Kefalonia 136 Stoupa 172 Crete 178 Cyprus 202
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Welcome to GIC's Villa Collection Greece has had a more tranquil year in 2013
Don’t forget that it is always advisable to browse
and all of us here hope that the economy is on
our website www.gicthevillacollection.com
the mend and that many of our friends who have
because we are always adding any suitable
been through several very difficult years will be
properties that come our way after the brochure
able to see the light at the end of a very dark
has been printed. In addition to any new
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properties, you will always find additional information and blogs written by our staff, friends
We are doing our best to support those with
and journalists recounting their holiday
whom we have worked for many, many years.
experiences.
Many of our suppliers in Greece are our personal friends and several of our representatives are
In 2013 we discovered a new airline called
married to Greeks.
Germania on which we operated our Gatwick programme. The reaction from our clients has
In 2014 we are expanding our range of villas,
been very encouraging and I believe that in
adding properties on the islands of Skopelos,
Germania we have the best airline operating to
Lefkas, Paxos and Crete and adding an
Greece. Their on-time performance has been
additional property in Stoupa on the
exemplary and the standard of service first rate.
Peloponnese.
I am please to say that we have re-contracted the airline to carry our Gatwick clients in 2014.
Chris Wright Managing Director
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Greece & Cyprus The Greek mainland, at the southernmost tip of the Balkan peninsula, is bordered by the two seas of the Ionian and the Aegean. Over 2000 islands lie within Greek waters but only about a hundred are inhabited. Each island has its own unique history and character. The distinct beauty of Greece is to be found in a variety of contrasts.
One of the most scenic areas on the Greek mainland is Epirus and the village of Sivota enjoys a setting of remarkable natural beauty. The twisting coastline is indented with rocky coves, sandy bays and stretches of almost white sand/shingle beach all with a backdrop of the ubiquitous pine, cypress and olive covered hillsides.
Off the West coast of mainland Greece lie six islands of the distinct Ionian group: Corfu, Paxos, Lefkas, Kefalonia, Ithaca and Zakynthos; Kythira, the seventh island lies further south as a gateway to the Aegean. With the exception of Lefkas the Ionian islands escaped the occupation of the Ottoman Turks, but came under Venetian rule for almost six hundred years until 1797. Their union to Greece was finally granted after seventy-five years of French, Russian and British protection.
The Peloponnese offers a wealth of historical sites, stunning scenery, traditional villages and miles of beaches. A vast area which incorporates natural wonders such as the fantastic caves of Dirou, the rack and pinion railway of Kalavrita and numerous hilltop castles. Stoupa is a delightful village as yet undiscovered by the majority of visitors.
Anglo-Venetian architecture is evident in Ionian churches, schools, castles and houses with delicately shaped arches, imaginative wrought ironwork and the gentle slope of red tiled rooftops. The Ionian landscape is a rich green of olive, pine and cypress with a Spring and Autumn carpet of grass, bracken and wild flowers.
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Off the East coast of the Pelion peninsula of mainland Greece are the Sporades islands of Skiathos, Skopelos, Alonissos and Skyros. The islands were part of a thirteenth century Byzantine Empire and have retained the beautifully crafted churches of that period. A Venetian occupation was followed by an overpowering Ottoman Empire until the islands were granted reunion to Greece in 1830. Skiathos, Skopelos and Alonissos are richly forested with pine and olive, and share a similar landscape of cultivated hillsides which overlook sparkling beaches of sand and pebble.
Crete, the largest of the Greek islands and cradle of early Mediterranean civilisation, has a fascinating combination of rugged mountains, vineyards, citrus groves, forgotten ruins and isolated chapels. The coastline offers many good sandy beaches. Painters and poets have been inspired by the island’s varied scenery, the distinctive character of its people and its impressive archaeological remains, which date from different periods of its history: Minoan palaces, Byzantine churches, Venetian castles and Turkish minarets. Cyprus is the third largest island in the Mediterranean and, as such, offers a wide variety of landscapes, activities and natural splendour. With sandy beaches, wild unspoiled countryside and national parks, a myriad of historical sites, both mythical and actual, as well as fine dining and excellent shopping, this destination has something for everyone.
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GIC Premier The GIC premier logo is displayed on properties that offer a higher standard of comfort, with quality furnishings and stylish interiors. The properties are selected based on feedback from guests.
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In 1965 the founders of the Greek Islands Club, as it was then, visited the Ionian Islands of Greece aboard a friend’s yacht. They were so enchanted that they returned a year later to the small island of Paxos and built a house amongst the olive groves of the east coast. Over the succeeding years they built up a programme of properties throughout the Ionian Islands, at first inviting friends to visit, and later slowly introducing the area to people who wanted to discover one of the less developed areas of Greece. Though much has changed since 1965, the company philosophy remains the same. We continue to offer a range of special properties in Greece and more recently Cyprus for those who are looking to escape from the crowds.
For 44 years we have tried to preserve a personal service for all those who holiday with us. There will be no attempt to organise you. Having met you on arrival and settled you at your villa, we see it as our task to provide, unobtrusively, a range of services on which you can rely if the need arises. Each and every GIC villa offers something unique that makes it that extra bit special – whether it be a cottage close to the sea with a boat mooring, a child-friendly villa with pool or a village home where you can truly immerse yourself in the local community. Properties are handpicked for their privacy, standards of comfort and proximity to the sea.
Our villa holidays are advertised as seven and fourteen night breaks, with a price inclusive of flights. We still feel this is the best way to travel as it ensures you are looked after every step of the way. Should anything go wrong (always possible when travelling), we are best placed to help. If, however, you do wish to travel for an odd duration, with flights from a different airport or just want to book a villa on its own, please call the office for a tailor made quotation. Our team of specialists in Isleworth, Greece and Cyprus visit all our destinations and properties regularly, so please call us and we will be happy to make suggestions or answer any queries you have about a particular holiday.
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The Villa Collection
The Journey In these times of DIY travel, we are still of the opinion that, if travelling from the UK, you should leave the travel arrangements to us. Not only can you relax, safe in the knowledge that all of your holiday arrangements are covered should anything unexpected occur but, if flying from London Gatwick, you will also benefit from the excellent service provided by our partner airline Germania. Following the excellent feedback received in 2013 we have, along with our sister company Sunvil Holidays, partnered with Germania to operate our main season 2014 flights from London Gatwick. 96% of our Germania summer 2013 flights departed on time with an outstanding 100% on-time arrival record in August. According to Civil Aviation Authority data, this made Germania the best performing charter airline out of London Gatwick in 2013. Not only that, but we had fantastic feedback on their customer service, from check-in all the way through to the personal service on-board. To quote one of our customers – ‘I felt truly cherished, you don’t often see that sort of service these days!
With our representative available at check-in, you can rest assured that we are on hand to assist from the start of your journey. Unusually for short haul flights, we include 20 kilos of baggage, complimentary catering, including free soft drinks, tea, coffee, and inflight entertainment. For an additional charge you can also select where you sit on the aircraft and pre-book access to the No1 lounge at Gatwick. All of this can be booked via the flyextras.com website. Of course we understand that not everyone wants to fly from London Gatwick and so aside from our flights with Germania, we are also able to offer departures on other carriers from Bristol, Manchester and other regional airports. Please enquire at the time of booking for further details.
Travel to Greece by Train On most holidays, the journey is just a means of getting to your holiday destination. However, we are receiving repeated requests from clients wanting to travel by rail and so, we have introduced an overland travel option. Whether because of a fear of flying, looking for a more environmentally friendly way to travel (research has shown rail travel generates 10 times less carbon dioxide than flying) or just looking for a journey with a difference, taking the train adds a new dimension to a holiday in Greece. Certainly not an option for the time-poor traveller, the journey can take up to 4 days and normally involves a night in Venice. One way journeys by train start at £1,650 per person. For those looking to travel in style, why not include a journey on the Venice Simplon-Orient- Express. London to Venice is a classic one-night journey through the Swiss Alps on board this world famous luxury train. Prices start from £3,200. Prices based on one way travel by train, 1 nt hotel in Venice, 7 nts Villa Ioanna in Corfu including car hire and return air travel. GIC The Villa Collection can incorporate any one of these options into a tailormade itinerary, adding your choice of hotel in Venice. Please see the website for more information.
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Many of the islands and resorts we feature can be combined on one trip and some of the most popular combinations are detailed below. You will need to contact us for an exact costing but we can book all flights, transfers and accommodation as required. Corfu and/or Paxos and/or Anti Paxos and/or Corfu Town. As well as offering a week on each island using our own flights, we can utilise easyJet flights to make multi centre holidays on these islands more flexible - a few nights in Corfu town could be added onto the end or the beginning of a villa stay. Corfu town with its winding narrow shopping streets, beautiful mix of architectural styles and impressive fortresses is, perhaps, the most elegant island capital in Greece. North Corfu and South Corfu. A two centre in Corfu should not be overlooked. The south with its long sandy beaches contrasts well with the pebbly coves and dramatic scenery of the north. Kefalonia and Ithaca. Ithaca, rich in historical legend, is a 45 minute ferry journey from Sami in Kefalonia. North and South Kefalonia. Kefalonia is the largest of the Ionian Islands and has a varied landscape. Some of the best beaches in Greece are here - from sandy beaches in the south to pebble beaches in the north, including Myrtos beach which has been voted one of the top ten beaches in the world. The drive from north to south is around 2 hours.
outstanding natural beauty. Why not spend a few nights in either Ioannina, the lakeside capital of the region or in Mikro Papingo in the heart of the mountains where we can prebook accommodation? Ioannina is a 1.5 hour drive from Sivota and Mikro Papingo 2.5 hours. Skiathos and/or Skopelos and/or Alonissos. A regular flying cat service connects all three islands making these islands easy to combine Crete and Santorini. There is a high speed ferry connection (1.5 hours) from Heraklion on the east of Crete to Santorini. The drive time from our villas in the north west of Crete to Heraklion is around 2.5 hours Athens. Athens has flight connections to Crete, Corfu, Kefalonia and Skiathos so we can arrange a short stay in an Athens hotel followed by a stay in a villa on an island (or vice versa). In some instances the flight back to the UK may need to be routed via Athens. Short breaks in Athens can also be arranged. Fly-Drive – Hidden Greece. A fly-drive holiday on the mainland offers the opportunity to discover some of the most beautiful areas of Greece where those interested in history, archaeology or local flora and fauna will be well catered for. A fly-drive allows you to explore areas rarely featured in holiday brochures, and will well reward the independent traveller in search of more adventure than the normal holiday provides.
Lefkas and/or Meganissi and /or Sivota. Meganissi is a 30-40 minute ferry ride from Nidri in Lefkas. Sivota is in the stunning Epirus region of the mainland and is a 2.5 hour drive from Lefkas (Lefkas is connected to the mainland by a causeway). Epirus is recognised as one of Europe's prime areas of
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Multi-Centre and Tailor-made holidays
Destinations
Skopelos pages 12-25
Alonissos pages 26-39
Skiathos pages 40-45
Corfu pages 46-57
Rich, green hillsides of pine and olive sweep down to enticing beaches. Skopelos is an island for those wanting to explore by boat, car and foot and to have a wide choice of intimate waterfront tavernas.
Slow and quiet, Alonissos appeals more to the escapist who wants the simple pleasures of a friendly community, unspoilt surroundings, deserted beaches and good tavernas.
Skiathos offers a colourful variety of spectacular beaches, well organised watersports, good Aegean food, relaxed or vibrant nightlife in town, wonderful scenery and a cosmopolitan atmosphere.
An undulating interior of olive and pine-clad hillsides hiding hamlets and villages. A beautiful coastline of small coves and large beaches. A capital of stunning Venetian architecture.
Paxos pages 58-87
Antipaxos pages 88-93
Sivota pages 94-97
Lefkas pages 98-113
On an island 7 miles by 3 miles you are never far from anywhere. An undulating landscape of silver olives, many sheltered coves and pretty fishing villages – Paxos offers an enchanting escape from the crowds.
The tiny satellite island, just one mile off Paxos, offers a rarely found Robinson Crusoe experience. Sandy beaches, valleys of vineyards and just four tavernas.
The first of our mainland destinations, Sivota enjoys a setting of remarkable beauty. The twisted coastline is indented with rocky coves, sandy bays, and stretches of almost white coarse sandy beach. Just-off shore are three wooded islets with beaches of their own, great fun to explore by boat.
Lefkas will attract explorers to her green, mountainous interior and those wanting peaceful seclusion close to her beautiful beaches.
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Imagine small, friendly fishing villages, olive groves, beautiful beaches and sunlit azure waters. Turn your dream wedding into an unforgettable reality in any one of the romantic locations we can offer.
Meganissi pages 114-119
Ithaca pages 120-135
Kefalonia pages 136-171
A beautiful, unspoilt island just off Lefkas’ east coast. Deserted bays and a simple village lifestyle will appeal to those wanting to forget the outside world.
Ithaca has remained untouched by tourism because, like Paxos, it has no airport and can only be reached by ferry from neighbouring islands or the mainland. A holiday in Ithaca is for those who seek a relaxed holiday in a friendly environment.
Kefalonia, the largest of the Ionian islands, is popular for its superb beaches and stunning scenery. Kefalonia caters for both the explorer and the seeker of variety.
Stoupa pages 172-177
Crete pages 178-201
Cyprus pages 202-205
About 75 minutes drive from the airport, Stoupa is a small, but growing resort with excellent sandy beaches and a wide choice of restaurants, bars and small shops.
An island suited to those who want a more sophisticated choice of holiday activities. An extensive coastline of fishing villages, towns and beaches and a dramatic interior of unique beauty.
An island of great diversity with something to please everyone from nature at its wildest to historical sites of great magnitude as well as a myriad of activities and international cuisine.
Through our in-house wedding planners we are able to provide tailor-made arrangements for those wanting a special wedding in Greece or Cyprus. From a romantic, guitar-serenaded arrival at Corfu’s historic town hall to a beach wedding on the beautiful island of Kefalonia or the opportunity to exchange your vows by the poolside of your private villa in Cyprus, we can offer a wealth of ideas ranging from the classic to the most unusual nuptial venues. Tailor-made advice and information is available regarding all types of wedding ceremonies and receptions with options to suit all tastes and budgets. Full support with legal paperwork is provided and personal consultations with couples always available. Together with our sister company Sunvil Holidays we have one of the largest selections of accommodation in Greece and Cyprus to suit all tastes and budgets. The bride and groom may want to stay in one of our private villas (some of which can also host the reception) or a deluxe hotel, whereas some wedding guests may only want studio accommodation. Whatever the budget, we are ideally placed to provide the full package. V I L L A E S C A P E S 11
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Weddings in Greece or Cyprus
Skopelos Relaxed and unpretentious, green and hilly Skopelos has spotlessly clean pebbled beaches and a laid-back, generous atmosphere.
With a coastline of mostly steep cliffs, the island’s beaches have a special importance and are noted for their immaculate condition. The hillsides are made up of wild flowers and fruit trees, olive groves and pines, and are dotted with small churches and whitewashed monasteries. The only sounds are the bells of wandering goats and the calls of birds, and everywhere you look there are dramatic views across the Aegean Sea to neighbouring islands. The steep, winding warren of Skopelos Town and the intimate tavernas under the lights of the waterfront are part of the changeless pleasures of Greek island life.
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SPORADES ISLANDS SKOPELOS
Reached by flying cat/ferry from Skiathos, stepping onto Skopelos it feels like you have shed a life of hassle and manufactured entertainment, and entered a world of simple, timeless pleasures: translucent waters, cerulean skies, star-filled nights, good food and wine in friendly company.
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Thalassa Vista
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Skopelos Town | Sleeps 2 – 6 ■ Early Booking Offer
This handsome neo-classical house, with its graceful lines and stunning façade, has fine views of the harbour and yet is within 500 metres’ walking distance of Skopelos Town itself, making car-hire a choice rather than a necessity. Privately enclosed behind whitewashed walls, its pool is set amidst a perfumed garden of oleander trees. Styled with a relaxing elegance, the house has excellent amenities, and a first-floor balcony provides a privileged view. It’s just 300 metres to the town beach, while the island’s hidden bays and other beaches are but a short drive or bus-ride away.
Accommodation: Ground floor: open plan living/dining room with doors to pool terrace and patio; double bedroom; bathroom; second reception room; cloakroom. Mezzanine floor: double bedroom with en suite bathroom. First floor: double bedroom with en suite shower room; third reception room with private balcony. Facilities: Ceiling fan in ground floor bedroom; air-conditioning in bedrooms on the mezzanine and first floors; TV/DVD/CD; microwave; dishwasher; washing machine; WiFi; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 6m x 5m Amenities: A ten minute walk through the back streets of Skopelos Town brings you to the centre and it’s pretty waterfront harbour. Numerous cafes, tavernas and shops are to be found both in the cobbled back streets and at the harbour. ATM machines & pharmacy. Excursion boats depart daily from the harbour to other areas of Skopelos and the Marine Park.
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Thalassa Vista
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Villa Rose
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A five minute drive southwards around the bay of Skopelos Town and then a further five minute drive up the lower part of the forested Palouki Mountain, leads to the hillside location of Villa Rose. Finished to a high standard of comfort and with beautiful terraced grounds, Villa Rose has a large decked dining terrace leading to a private pool and lawn. The views down to the valley of olives and pines and over the bay to the whitewashed houses of Skopelos Town, are spectacular.
Accommodation: ground floor of open-plan sitting room, dining and kitchen area. First floor of one double bedroom; one twin bedroom; two bathrooms one with bath, one shower Balconies and terraces off bedrooms and living area. Facilities: air conditioning throughout; satellite TV/DVD; washing machine; barbecue area with fridge. Private swimming pool: 37 square metres & depth 0.80m – 1.9m Amenities: the many tavernas and shops of Skopelos Town are a ten minute drive away. Stafilos beach is a drive of twenty minutes. Close to the top of Palouki Mountain, are three monasteries. Limonari’s white sandy beach is a twenty minute drive.
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House of Dimitri
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Set on a hilltop above Skopelos Town, House of Dimitri is a comfortable retreat with breathtaking views over Skopelos Town and port and across the sea to Alonissos. Now beautifully restored and furnished as an elegant home, the building was used as a secret radio communications centre between the island and British submarines during the Second World War. The unusual design of the house, with three levels and four entrances, provides each bedroom and the sitting room with a private balcony or terrace from which to enjoy the magnificent views.
Accommodation: ground floor of sitting room; kitchen; cloakroom. Middle floor of one double bedroom; bathroom with bath and shower; kitchenette. Top floor of one twin bedroom, en suite bathroom with shower. Facilities: air-conditioning in both bedrooms; TV/DVD & CD player; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 8m x 5m & depth 1m – 2.6m Amenities: the many tavernas and shops of Skopelos Town are a ten minute drive away. Glisteri beach is a fifteen minute drive.
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Villa Ouranos
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A road climbs up the hillside from Skopelos Town and, just before Villa Dimitri, a track of five hundred metres leads off to the peaceful hilltop region of Raches and the dramatic setting of Villa Ouranos. Villa Ouranos has a rural setting with stunning, uninterrupted views down a valley of olive groves to the beach of Glisteri and across the sea to the west coast of Alonissos. Recently renovated, the villa stands in large grounds with a vineyard and trees of apricots and plumbs. A large barbecue out-house is ideal for the preparation of alfresco dining. Villa Ouranos has comfortably furnished interiors opening out onto a pool terrace and a large upper terrace from the master bedroom.
Accommodation: ground floor of kitchen (with dishwasher); lounge with large single sofa bed, leading to sea-facing terrace; bathroom with bath and hand shower. First floor of double bedroom (with TV/DVD) leading out to large sea facing terrace. Annex of one studio twin bedroom with small kitchenette; bathroom with shower; covered balcony. Facilities: air-conditioning in bedrooms; TV/DVD & CD player; washing machine; barbecue. Air-conditioning in Annex. Private swimming pool: 6.6m x 3.6m & depth 0.85m – 1.7m Amenities: Skopelos Town with its many tavernas, bars and interesting shops can be reached in ten minutes by car.
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Villa Katerina
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Glisteri | Sleeps 2 – 6 ■ Early Booking Offer
Set among gardens filled with plum, cherry, almond and fig trees, high on a hilltop overlooking Skopelos Town, Villa Katerina is a haven of peace and privacy. With its own swimming pool and stunning views across the sea towards the west coast of the neighbouring island of Alonissos, it is a place to unwind and take your ease. The olive groves beneath lead to the beach at Glisteri, and 10 minutes by car will get you to Skopelos Town. There is also wheelchair access to the ground floor bedroom and bathroom, and car hire is included.
Accommodation: Ground floor: open-plan sitting-room with sea-front terrace; double bedroom and bathroom with shower (en suite?); steps to kitchen and diningroom with sea-front patio. First floor: one double bedroom, one twin bedroom, both leading to sea-front balcony; bathroom with shower. Facilities: Air-conditioning throughout; dishwasher; microwave; washing machine; TV/DVD and CD player; I-pod docking station; Hairdryer; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 8m x4m Amenities: Skopelos Town with it’s many tavernas, bars and interesting shops can be reached in a 10 minute drive by car.
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Villa Pyrgos
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Near Glysteri Beach | Sleeps 2 – 4 ■ Early Booking Offer
Villa Pyrgos is owned by two artists from Skopelos. This is one of the most dramatic locations on the island. The villa is decorated and furnished to create an interesting fusion of unusual colours and shapes. Set up high on the island’s north-east coast, the villa has heady views along the rugged coastline and across the sea to the island of Alonissos. Spectacular!
Accommodation: open-plan sitting room, dining and small kitchen area; bathroom with shower; stairs to gallery double bedroom. A few metres away, a studio twin bedroom and bathroom with shower. Facilities: air-conditioning in mezzanine bedroom; CD player; microwave; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 7.5m x 3.5m & depth 0.80m – 1.8m Amenities: Glysteri beach, a drive of ten minutes, has a taverna. Surrounding hillsides hold many walking trails through unspoilt countryside. Skopelos Town is five kilometres away.
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Villa Blue Stone
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Above Skopelos Town | Sleeps 2 (plus 1 or 2 children) ■ Early Booking Offer
Situated in a commanding position high above Skopelos Town, Villa Blue Stone is a new villa, tucked away below a country lane in a very quiet location, with stupendous views down the valley to the sea. This is a small, cosy villa with spacious outside sitting areas, perfect for couples seeking privacy. Because of its location, Villa Blue Stone is well placed for visiting the island’s west coast and Skopelos Town is a drive of around 15 minutes. For the more energetic, there are excellent walking trails in the area. Offering indoor comfort and excellent outside facilities we think that Villa Blue Stone will be a very popular addition to our programme.
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Accommodation: one double bedroom and one small twin room (no a/c) only suitable for small children, bathroom with Jacuzzi shower; living/dining/kitchen area. Facilities: air conditioning to large bedroom, TV/DVD, barbecue. Private swimming pool: 6m x 3.5m, depth 1m – 1.65m Amenities: The lovely harbour of Agnondas with excellent fish restaurants and beach, 6km. One small taverna 2 minutes walk away.
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Villa Nene
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Near Skopelos Town | Sleeps 2 – 4 ■ Early Booking Offer
Villa Nene is located up a lane leading from the road between Stafilos and Skopelos town which is about 2km away. It is a small, pretty villa in a quiet position surrounded by a large olive grove and almond trees; very rural with delightful walking trails. Although secluded, the villa is within close proximity of Skopelos town with its good choice of restaurants, bars and shopping. This is a quaint property which we think will suit couples or a young family seeking a peaceful location.
Accommodation: Ground floor – well equipped kitchen, living area with fireplace, double bedroom, bathroom with shower. First floor – mezzanine twin bedroom with balcony offering sea views. Facilities: air conditioning in double bedroom and living area, Satellite TV, washing machine (located in the outside kitchen), dish washer, outdoor kitchen with grill. Private swimming pool (with children’s section): 6m x 3m, depth 1.10m – 1.75m Amenities: restaurant (5 minute drive), super –market (3 minute drive), beach (5 minute drive), Skopelos Town with a wide range of amenities is a drive of 5-6 minutes away.
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Santa Barbara
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WiFi
Skopelos Town | Sleeps 2 – 7 ■ Early Booking Offer
Just outside Skopelos Town, on the hillside overlooking the harbour and bay, sits this delightful, architect-designed villa. Built on two levels, there are wonderful views from its balconies of the sea and surrounding countryside, and within its ornate wrought-iron railings a cluster of olive trees, gardens and subtly lit courtyards embellish the private swimming pool. Fully equipped to a high standard, the villa is only 4 kms from some of the island’s best beaches and close to the colourful tavernas, bars and waterfront cafes of Skopelos Town. Outside lighting heightens the pleasures of night-time dining, and although not adapted to wheelchair use, access to all areas is possible for wheelchair users.
Accommodation: Lower floor: One twin bedroom with double sofa bed; one double bedroom; bathroom with bath and shower; patio doors to balcony and pool area; utility room. Upper floor (accessed by a spiral staircase): fully-fitted kitchen; lounge with sofa bed; small dining area; patio doors to balcony and outside dining area; shower room. Facilities: Air-conditioning in bedrooms; TV; DVD/CD player; cooker, fridge/freezer, washing machine; iron and ironing board; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 8m x 7m depth 0.9m – 1.8m Amenities: Skopelos Town with it’s many tavernas, bars and interesting shops can be reached in a ten minute drive and the pebble beach at Glifoneri.
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S K O P E L O S PA N O R M O S
Villa Mourtero
3
2
Near Panormos | Sleeps 2 – 5 ■ Early Booking Offer
The seaside village of Panormos on Skopelos’s west coast has a long shingle beach with clear waters. Inland from the village, forested valleys rise to hillsides of olive groves. pine, almond, plum and walnut trees with only a few houses hidden within a beautiful natural landscape. Villa Mourtero is set in one of these valleys, surrounded by olive groves and tall pine trees with peace and privacy. Mourtero’s roof terrace has dramatic views over the sea to Skiathos and provides a romantic setting to watch the sun set with a theatrical backdrop of pine covered mountains. Comfortably furnished interiors , with wood-beamed ceilings and cool terracotta floor tiles, open out on to a large terrace surrounding the swimming pool. Two proud olive trees provide natural shade. The terrace has an elaborate barbecue and dining area.
Accommodation: ground floor of open plan sitting room, dining area and kitchen leading to pool terrace; one double bedroom, en suite bathroom with bath and shower; one twin bedroom and one single bedroom leading to pool terrace, bathroom with shower. Rooftop terrace accessed from rear of villa. Facilities: air-conditioning throughout; satellite TV/DVD & CD player; dishwasher; washing machine; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 7.5m x 3.5m & depth 1m – 1.9m Amenities: the tavernas, shops and cafes above Panormos beach are a drive of just ten minutes. Skopelos Town is a drive of twenty minutes. Further beaches of sand and shingle can be found either side of Panormos, some with family run tavernas. Boat hire is available in a sheltered bay just south of Panormos.
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Alonissos Tranquil and fertile, an island that treasures its unspoilt beauty and deserted beaches, Alonissos fulfils the escapist’s dream.
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Steni Vala
Nobody is in a hurry on Alonissos. The island seems to wish only to be enjoyed. In the villages, whitewashed houses and narrow-paved streets almost doze in the sun, whilst the rocky limestone coastline offers perfect shelter for the many secret pebbled beaches and deep caves carved out of the steep cliffs. Exceptionally rich in sealife, the surrounding waters are part of a Marine Park, protecting the Mediterranean Monk Seal and even the occasional dolphin. Several small islands lie close off-shore, uninhabited except for a few shepherds and many goats, including Gioura, whose Blue Cave may be the home of the fabled giant, Cyclops. MOULES
Offering stunning views on all sides, walking trails run along the narrow island’s backbone, winding through olive groves and almond trees.
FRANGOVERGA
VDHONERI DHIASSELO
ALONISSOS MOURTITSA MOURTERO
PERISTERAI SLAND
AGIOS DIMITRIOS
VAMVAKIES KALAMAKIA
MANOLAS
N
STENI VALA STEFANI LEFTO YALO BAY
ORMOS TSOUKALIA
TZORTZI BAY
MEGALI AMMOS AGIOS ANDREAS
VRACHOS
VOTSI KALOVOULOS ALONISSOS OLD TOWN MIKRO MOURTIA BAY
PATITIRI MARPOUNTA
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SPORADES ISLANDS ALONISSOS
Agios Dimitrios beach
ALONISSOS ALONISSOS OLD TOWN
Paparouna
3
3
WiFi
Near Alonissos Old Town | Sleeps 2 – 6 ■ Early Booking Offer
Paparouna is set on a hillside terrace just below Alonissos Old Town. Both the upstairs balcony and the garden terraces have privacy and dramatic views down the valley to Patitiri harbour and across the open sea to the islands of Ta Dio Adelfia. The nearby forested area of Kato Horafi is wonderful for walking and watching the graceful Eleonora falcons circling overhead. Furnished with a tasteful combination of antique and contemporary furniture, the house has been extensively modernized. The spacious rooms open onto flagstone verandahs and terraces shaded by roses and bougainvillea.
Accommodation: ground floor of an open-plan sitting room, kitchen (with dishwasher) and dining area; one twin bedroom with terrace and en suite bathroom with bath and shower; utility room. First floor of double bedroom with balcony and en suite bathroom with shower. Separate studio of one twin bedroom with terrace; sitting area; kitchenette; bathroom with shower. Facilities: air-conditioning in all bedrooms; satellite TV/DVD & CD player; washing machine; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 10m x 5m & depth 0.75m – 2.2m Amenities: the shops and tavernas of the Old Town and Patitiri are within a ten minute drive. The nearest beach, at Megalos Mourtias, is also a ten minute drive.
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View from Paparouna
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A L O N I S S O S K AT O H O R A F I
Villa Manolia
3
3
WiFi
At Kato Horafi | Sleeps 2 – 7 ■ Early Booking Offer
Villa Manolia is a spacious, modern and comfortable home offering peace and privacy. The villa has dramatic views up to the Old Town, set on a hilltop, and over olive groves to the stretch of sea between Alonissos and Skopelos. The villa is reached via a track through a forest of umbrella pines, set back from the road from Patitiri to the Old Town. Tastefully furnished, Villa Manolia has a variety of sitting areas both inside and outside. Terraces and gardens surround the villa and incorporate a shaded dining area and outside kitchen, including barbecue beside the swimming pool.
Accommodation: ground floor of an open-plan sitting room, kitchen (with dishwasher) and dining area leading to covered sea view terraces; one double bedroom with balcony; bathroom with Jacuzzi bath; utility room. First floor of one double and one twin bedroom each with sea view balcony and en suite bathroom with shower. Facilities: air-conditioning in all bedrooms; satellite TV/DVD & CD player; washing machine; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 10m x 5m & depth 0.80m – 1.85m. Amenities: Patitiri, with a good selection of tavernas and shops including a fish market, is a drive of five minutes. The shops and tavernas of the Old Town can be reached on foot via a donkey path in fifteen minutes or by car in ten minutes. Megalos Mourtias beach is a ten minute drive.
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Villa Manolia
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ALONISSOS KALAMAKIA
Katia’s House
2
4
At Kalamakia | Sleeps 2 – 4 Adults. 2 Children. ■ Early Booking Offer
Katia’s House stands on a hillside overlooking the tiny port of Kalamakia, half way along the east coast of the island. The port is effectively “home” for four local families. The wives and daughters look after the four waterfront tavernas and the husbands and sons cast their nets daily from their caïques to ensure a rich selection of fresh fish. Katia’s views are dramatic: down to Kalamakia port and across the sea to the islands of Peristera and Kyra Panagia. A steep, private and stepped pathway, shaded by tall pine trees, leads down from the house to the port in two minutes. The pool terraces overlook the sea and are bordered by colourful plants. NB: This property is not suitable for clients with mobility problems, due to the amount of steps on the property.
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Accommodation: Katia’s House consists of two separate buildings – but considered as one – a few metres apart. Each unit has an upper floor of one double bedroom with sea-facing balcony; bathroom with shower. Stairs down to sitting room leading to sea-facing terrace; shower room; kitchen. Facilities: each unit has air conditioning in the bedroom; CD player; barbecue. Building one also has a sofabed, TV, washing machine and microwave. Private swimming pool: 8m x 5m & depth 1.1m – 2.1m Amenities: the coastal drive to the supermarket and waterfront tavernas of Steni Vala takes five minutes. From mid-June to mid-September, there a 4 tavernas open on the small beach below the villa, and from Early May you can dine at the small hotel located on the road above Katia. A hired boat can be moored in the port of Kalamakia below the House.
ALONISSOS CHRISI MILIA
Milia Cottage
1
1
Near Chrisi Milia | Sleeps 2 – 3
A short drive of 15 minutes from the port of Patitiri leads to the pine clad hillside area above Chrissi Milia Bay. Milia Cottage is quietly located down a short track which branches off from the roads that lead to the beaches of Kokkino Kastro and Chrissi Milia. The only sandy beach on the island can be found here, with safe swimming and very shallow clear waters. Milia Cottage has panoramic views of the young, sweet smelling pines which reach down the valley to the sea in the distance. The two beaches are a pleasant walk or less than 5 minutes by car.
Accommodation: ground floor of open plan kitchen and lounge; bathroom with shower. First floor gallery double bedroom. Sofa bed suitable for a child.
This newly built cottage is contemporary in style with comfortable leather sofas, light wooden ceilings and soft lighting. There is a covered, sea-facing terrace to the front and to the side are flower borders with herbs and the owner’s vegetable patch, partly shaded by an umbrella pine.
Amenities: Chrissi Milia has a cafe bar above the beach serving light snacks; Kalamakia & Steni Vala are both a ten minute drive away offering a good selection of waterfront taverna’s, coffee shop and mini markets; Agios Dimitrios fifteen minutes drive; Alonissos. Old Town twenty minutes drive.
Facilities: air-conditioning in lounge; flat screen TV/DVD; hair drier; barbecue.
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ALONISSOS MEGALI AMMOS
Villa Aquilo
3
3
JEEP
At Megali Ammos | Sleeps 2 – 6 ■ Early Booking Offer
A small, graded track of four kilometres leads from Patitiri to a coastline rich in pines, olives and cypress trees close to the southern tip of Alonissos. With beautiful sunsets and views over the bay of Megali Ammos to the island of Skopelos, Aquilo provides a comfortable and idyllic location for your stay. The villa has open vaulted ceilings of chestnut wood, natural marble floors to all areas and a high standard of furnishings with modern facilities. A shaded courtyard and terraces surround the property. A small cove with a pebble and sand beach can be reached in a five minute walk through the olive grove.
Accommodation: ground floor of an open-plan sitting room, dining and kitchen area (with dishwasher); one double bedroom with sea- facing terrace and one twin bedroom leading to the courtyard, each with en suite bathroom with shower. First floor of one double bedroom with sea-facing terrace; en suite bathroom with shower. Facilities: air-conditioning in all bedrooms; satellite TV/DVD & CD player; ipod/iphone docking station; washing machine; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 9.5m x 5.5m & depth 1.3m Amenities: Patitiri port has waterfront bars and tavernas, several supermarkets, two bakeries, four fruit shops and an innovative ‘croissanterie’.
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Villa Aquilo
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A L O N I S S O S L E F T O YA L O B AY
Lefto Yalo beach
Neptune Cottage
1
1
At Lefto Yalo Bay | Sleeps 2 – 3 ■ Early Booking Offer
Neptune Cottage is set amongst the olive groves beside the beautiful bay of Lefto Yalo, on the island’s south east coastline. Simply yet comfortably furnished, the cottage is just a two minute walk from one of the most attractive beaches on the island. Two tavernas are set back from the beach – an ideal location. For walking enthusiasts, there are many interesting trails leading from the bay up to the forested Issiomata plateau and along the coast towards Steni Vala.
Accommodation: open-plan sitting room with sofa bed, dining and kitchen area leading to covered verandah; one double bedroom; bathroom with shower. Facilities: air-conditioning in bedroom; TV; CD player; twin tub washing machine; barbecue. Amenities: both Patitiri and Steni Vala are a drive of fifteen minutes. Patitiri port has waterfront bars and tavernas, several supermarkets, two bakeries, two fruit shops and an innovative ‘croissanterie’.
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A taverna above Lefto Yalo beach
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A L O N I S S O S L E F T O YA L O B AY
Villa Tassoula
1
1
At Lefto Yalo Bay | Sleeps 2 – 3 ■ Early Booking Offer
Villa Tassoula stands amongst olive groves in a valley beside Lefto Yalo Bay. Lefto Yalo beach, just a three minute walk away, has pure white pebbles and crystal clear waters. Two small tavernas are set back a few metres away from the beach. Fifty metres away from Neptune Cottage, the villa has dramatic views over the valley of pine and olive trees. This is a spacious and comfortably furnished retreat surrounded by ample terraces.
Accommodation: open-plan sitting room with sofa bed, dining and kitchen area leading to shaded terrace; one double bedroom; bathroom with bath and shower. Facilities: air-conditioning in all rooms; satellite TV/DVD & CD player; washing machine; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 8m x 6.5m & depth 1m – 2m Amenities: the ports of Patitiri and Steni Vala, each with a good selection of waterfront tavernas and shops, are a drive of fifteen minutes. Footpaths provide interesting walks along the coast and up to the forested Issiomata plateau.
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ALONISSOS KALAMAKIA
Fisherman’s Cottage
1
1
Near Kalamakia | Sleeps 2
A small beach, shared with Sea Horse Cottage, is a mere 8 steps from the verandah. With a view across to the island of Peristeria, the cottage is both intimate and panoramic. So secluded that car hire is included, the village of Steni Vala with its general stores and waterfront taverna is a 10 minute drive away, and it is 2 minutes by boat to meet the fishermen’s catch at Kalamakia.
Steni Vala
Accommodation: One double bedroom; open-plan sitting room leading to seafacing verandah; bathroom with shower. Facilities: Air-conditioning in bedroom; Satellite TV/DVD and CD player; barbecue. Amenities: A short drive of less than five minutes to the secluded fishing harbour of Kalamakia which has three tavernas (open June to mid-September). A boat can be moored here. A ten minute drive away is the slightly larger inlet harbour of Steni Vala with five tavernas, café, bakery and a general store.
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Skiathos Beaches in abundance and a cosmopolitan, lively town make the small island of Skiathos an uncomplicated and vibrant destination.
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A beach on Skiathos’ east coast
A mere eight miles long and six miles wide, Skiathos still manages to find room for over fifty splendid beaches that lie against a shimmering clear sea, sheltered by lush, green pine-topped hills. All along the southern coast are stretches of sandy beaches with watersports and friendly tavernas, whilst the northern shore remains virtually untouched, offering a special experience to anyone exploring by boat. Attracted by its simple beauty and pristine waters, Skiathos is prized by holidaymakers from all over Europe, which gives the island’s only town a very particular energy and character. For those who want lazy days and colourful nights, Skiathos is an excellent choice.
KASTRO CAPE
SKIATHOS
LALARIA KOUROUPI LECHOUNI
N
EVANGELISTRIA MONASTERY
LIMENARIA
PROFIT ILIAS KATAVOTHRA
LAKE
ASPRONISSOS ISLAND
POUNTA
ASSELINOS
PLAGIA
KOUNISTRES ZORBATHES
BOURTZI SKIATHOS TOWN
ARGOS ISLAND
S
S
BA Y
KORAKONERI STROPHILIA MARAGOS PLATANAKIA AG. ELENI BAY STROPHILIA LAKE ACHLADIES ISLAND TOURKOVIGLA SKLITHRI BAY KRASSAS Y MARATHA TSOUGRI A B TZANERIA BAY TROULOS ISLAND ES AY RI YPOROS IA B KANAPITSA NA BA N IO O OU OS ATA KOL MN KALAMAKI L L K OUK P U I L TRO MO TSOUGRIAKI VRO ISLAND
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S P O R A D E S I S L A N D S S K I AT H O S
Skiathos Town
S K I AT H O S S K I AT H O S T O W N
Villa Pefka
3
2
WiFi
Near Skiathos Town | Sleeps 2 – 6 ■ Early Booking Offer
Villa Pefka is set in large private grounds in a peaceful, residential yet countrified area called Kalivia, just a five minute drive from the waterfront of Skiathos Town. From its elevated hillside position, there are beautiful views over the surrounding olive groves towards Skiathos Town and across the sea to the little islands lying offshore from Skiathos’ south coast. Built on one level and with a large grassed area, easily visible from the living areas, the villa is one of our more child-friendly properties. Comfortably furnished and spacious interiors open out to wide verandahs and swimming pool.
Accommodation: open-plan sitting room, dining and kitchen area (with dishwasher); one double bedroom, en suite bathroom with bath; two twin bedrooms; bathroom with shower. Facilities: air-conditioning throughout; TV/DVD & CD player; washing machine; safe; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 8m x 5m & depth 0.80m – 1.7m Amenities: there are three tavernas within a fifteen minute walk. The sandy beach of Megali Ammos, four kilometres away, has water sports facilities and a few beachfront café bars. Xanemos beach, five and a half kilometres away, has a small beach bar.
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S K I AT H O S A C H L A D I E S B E A C H
Achladies Beach Cottage
2
1
At Achladies Beach | Sleeps 2 – 4 ■Early Booking Offer
Set back just fifteen metres from the sea, Achladies Beach Cottage is a perfect spot for those wanting to stay close to the sandy beach. A pathway leads from the cottage through a small garden of olive trees and tall pampas grass to the beach in front of the property. Simply but comfortably furnished, the cottage has a shaded terrace and an attractive courtyard of potted plants, tended to by the owners who live next door. Achladies Beach Cottage will appeal to those looking for a comfortable base close to a sandy beach and affording easy access to a good selection of shops and tavernas.
Accommodation: open-plan sitting room (with sofa bed) , dining and kitchen area; one double bedroom and one single bedroom; bathroom with shower. Facilities: air-conditioning in sitting room (small charge payable locally). Courtyard shower. Amenities: Achladies beach has four tavernas and a watersports centre (and boat hire). Two supermarkets are just a two minute walk away and a water taxi service from the beach to Skiathos Town leaves hourly until 11pm each day.
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S K I AT H O S S K I AT H O S T O W N
Villa Psappha
5
3
WiFi
Near Skiathos Town | Sleeps 2 – 10
Villa Psappha is surrounded by olive groves and enjoys privacy and seclusion yet is only a five minute drive to the waterfront shops and tavernas of Skiathos Town. The villa is comfortably furnished and spacious, with ample terraces and balconies. From the villa’s elevated hillside position, there are dramatic views over a valley carpeted with olive trees, the red rooftops of Skiathos Town and harbour and across the sea to Evia. With no immediate neighbours, Psappha’s setting is only disturbed by cicadas and the occasional call of a shepherd to his flock. Mature gardens of pink and white oleanders, bougainvillaea and wisteria enclose the pool terrace.
Accommodation: ground floor of an open-plan sitting room, dining and kitchen area; one double bedroom, with air-conditioning; one twin bedroom; bathroom with bath and shower. First Floor is a large mezzanine floor with double bed and sitting area; bathroom with shower. Lower floor: accessed from the pool terrace – open-plan sitting room, dining and kitchen area; one double bedroom and one twin bedroom; bathroom with shower (only available for parties of 5 or more). Facilities: Greek TV/DVD & CD/iPod player; washing machine; WiFi (limited); barbecue. Private swimming pool: 6m x 3m & depth 1.2m – 1.6m Amenities: Skiathos Town and the sandy beach of Megali Ammos are a five minute drive.
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S K I AT H O S S K I AT H O S T O W N
Villa Zakaroula
2
2
WiFi
Near Skiathos Town | Sleeps 2 – 4 ■ Early Booking Offer
This balanced and well-designed villa takes full advantage of its secluded location, hidden away on the hillside of Profitas Ilias, with uninterrupted views across the tops of olive groves to the small islands of Argos, Maragos and Tsougri. If you manage to leave the swimming pool and the comfort of the shaded verandah, there are two taverna within walking distance, and a little further, at 4 kms, Megali Ammos beach and watersports centre. Skiathos Town is 10 minutes by car. There are additional sister properties in the area available for larger parties.
Accommodation: Ground floor: sitting room; kitchen; shower room. First floor: one double bedroom with en suite bathroom (shower); one twin bedroom with en suite bathroom (shower). Facilities: air-conditioning in bedrooms; TV; DVD/CD player; WiFi; washing machine; barbeque. Private swimming pool: 8m x 7m & depth 0.9m – 1.8m Amenities: Skiathos Town is ten minutes by car and a short distance further can be found Megali Ammos beach and watersports centre.
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Corfu An unspoilt interior; oranges, figs and wild pears; a coastline of small coves and limitless beaches; and a capital irresistably Venetian.
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IONIAN ISLANDS CORFU Corfu Town
Nissaki
PEROULADES
SIDARI
AGIOS IOANNIS ACHARAVI
AGIOS STEPHANOS
KASSIOPI ST. STEPHANOS
KAROUSSADES MAGOULATHES
EPISKEPSI
TRITSI PANDOKRATOR
ARILLAS
AGIOS GEORGIOS ANO KORANKIANA
KOULOURA KALAMI AGNI
NISSAKI BARBATI IPSOS
CORFU
DASSIA
PALIOKASTRITSA
KOMENO KONTOKALI POTAMOS
ROPA VALLEY ERMONES GLYFADA PELEKAS
KERKIRA CORFU TOWN AFRA
ANALIPSIS PERAMA
N
GASTOURI
AGIOS MATTEOS
MESSONGHI
HALIKOUNAS LAKE
KORISSION Large enough to have several PETRITI ARGIRADES different aspects, the range of Corfu’s appeal extends from the energy of organised resorts to the stillness of serious birdwatching, from sharing a moment of timeless harmony in a taverna across from a white-washed church in a village square to relaxing quietly on a sheltered beach accessible only by boat.
LEFKIMI
Travellers have been drawn to Corfu for centuries – from the Phoenicians onwards, and perhaps even from the time of Poseidon himself – and its appeal has never diminished. Overlooked by the summit of Mount Pandokrator, the glorious “Emerald Isle” lies before you, a multi-faceted jewel of cypress trees and pine, pastel-coloured houses, olive groves, lemon trees and oranges, encircled by an azure sea. V I L L A E S C A P E S 47
CORFU HALIKOUNAS BEACH
Villa Zaira
3
2
WiFi
Near Halikounas Beach | Sleeps 2 – 6 ■ Early Booking Offer
Villa Zaira is situated in the olive groves behind Halikounas beach on Corfu’s south west coast. Set in mature walled gardens, the Villa has total privacy. Comfortably furnished, Zaira has modern facilities, large grounds and its close proximity to the sea make it a perfect property for family holidays. Halikounas beach has soft sand dunes, safe shallow swimming, no beachfront building and few visitors. Corfu’s west coast is renowned for its surf, making Halikounas a favourite for kite surfers. The long stretch of sand and dunes protects Lake Korission from the sea. The lake is a haven for over one hundred species of birdlife, including great white egrets, oyster catchers and curlews.
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Halikounas beach
Accommodation: open-plan sitting room, dining and kitchen area (with dishwasher); one double bedroom and en suite bathroom with shower; one twin bedroom; children’s room with bunk beds; bathroom with bath and shower. Facilities: air-conditioning throughout; satellite TV/DVD & CD player; ipod/iphone docking station; Wi-Fi; washing machine; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 8.5m x 5m & depth 1.2m – 1.8m + children’s pool. Amenities: nearby Agios Georgios Beach (next to Halikounas) offers a good selection of tavernas, bars and watersports. The sandy beach of Alonaki is a five minute drive. Agios Mattheos village a ten minute drive away has a selection of tavernas, a bakery and a supermarket.
CORFU HALIKOUNAS BEACH
Villa Persephoni
2
2
WiFi
Near Halikounas Beach | Sleeps 2 – 4 ■ Early Booking Offer
On Corfu’s south west coast, the long stretch of Halikounas’ sandy beach protects Lake Korission from the sea. The lake is a haven for over one hundred species of birdlife, including great white egrets, oyster catchers and curlews. Halikounas beach has soft sand dunes, safe shallow swimming, no beachfront building and few visitors. The lake is bordered by hillsides of olive groves, citrus orchards and vineyards and looks up to the monastery on top of Mount Agios Mattheos. This area of Corfu is largely agricultural and peaceful. Villa Persephoni (nearby Villa Zaira) is one kilometre from Halikounas beach and stands in an olive grove affording total privacy. Furnishings are contemporary and terraces surround the property.
Accommodation: open-plan sitting room, dining and kitchen area (with dishwasher); one double bedroom and en suite bathroom with shower; one twin bedroom; bathroom with shower. Facilities: air-conditioning throughout; satellite TV/DVD & CD player; ipod/iphone docking station; Wi-Fi; washing machine; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 8m x 4m & depth 1.75m Amenities: nearby Agios Georgios Beach (next to Halikounas) offers a good selection of tavernas, bars and watersports. The old, sleepy village of Agios Mattheos, a ten minute drive away, has a selection of more traditional tavernas, a bakery and a supermarket. The small sandy coves of Skidi and Prassoudi are within a ten minute drive.
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CORFU HALIKOUNAS BEACH
Villa Halikounas
3
3
WiFi
Near Halikounas | Sleeps 2 – 6 ■ Early Booking Offer
Situated on the south-west coast of Corfu, close to Lake Korission and the wonderful sandy beaches of this area, Villa Halikounas is situated in a quiet location within easy walking distance of local amenities. Recently renovated to a high standard, the villa offers excellent outside space with sea views and cosy indoor living complete with fireplace. Accommodation: one double bedroom, two twin bedrooms, two bathrooms with shower, one bathroom with Jacuzzi bath, living room, fully equipped kitchen. Facilities: air-conditioning, Satellite TV/DVD player, washing machine, dish washer, microwave. Private swimming pool: 48m square. Amenities: 3 tavernas within one kilometre, additional shopping and restaurants within 5km.
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CORFU HALIKOUNAS BEACH
Villa Saia
2
1
WiFi
Near Halikounas | Sleeps 2 – 4
The beautiful sandy beaches of Halikounas are a ten minute walk from this delightful villa which is situated in a quiet location and has a wonderful sea view from the verandah. This modern villa is decorated and furnished in a traditional style and offers excellent outside facilities around the new, 40m pool. Within 5 minutes drive there is one taverna, for more choice, visit the nearby villages of Messonghi or Moraitika where you will find shops including a pharmacy and bank. History buffs will enjoy visiting the Byzantine Castle at Gardiki.
Accommodation: one double bedroom, one twin bedroom, open plan living/kitchen area (washing machine, dish washer) bathroom with bath. Facilities: air-conditioning, Satellite TV/DVD player, BBQ. Private swimming pool: 40m Amenities: tavernas are within 15 minutes walk, night life in Agios Matheos about 5 kms, Corfu Town about 24 km.
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CORFU NISSAKI
Villa Alexandros
5
2
WiFi
Near Nissaki | Sleeps 2 – 10 ■ Early Booking Offer
Set on a hillside of olive groves above Nissaki Bay and with no immediate neighbours, Villa Alexandros is just a five minute drive to Kaminaki beach. From here, there are walking paths to reach a series of east coast beaches. Spacious interiors open out to terraces on different levels (reached by a number of steps) with both sun and shade. The pool area, which connects to a large roof terrace, has uninterrupted views along the island’s coastline as far as Corfu Town and across the sea to the mountains of the Greek mainland and Albania. The extensive outside entertaining area and the self-contained annex make Alexandros an ideal Villa for families large and small.
Accommodation: main house of one double bedroom and two twin bedrooms; bathroom and a shower room; open-plan sitting room, dining area and kitchen. External stairs to lower floor annex of one double bedroom and one single bedroom (with extra pull-out bed); bathroom; kitchen (with dishwasher) and dining area. Facilities: air-conditioning in all bedrooms; TV/DVD & CD player; Wi-Fi; washing machine; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 11m x 5m & depth 0.60m – 1.9m with children’s section. Amenities: Kaminaki is one kilometre away and has a minimarket, two tavernas and boat hire from the beach jetty. Nissaki is a ten minute drive and has a larger selection of shops and tavernas NB: The annex is only available for parties of 7 or more. If a smaller party and you would like the use of the annex, please enquire as to the extra cost.
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CORFU NISSAKI
Ioanna
2
2
WiFi
Near Nissaki | Sleeps 2 – 4 ■ Early Booking Offer
Apolissies is a tiny, sleepy, hilltop hamlet overlooking the bay of Nissaki, which is about two kilometres away and is reached by a steep and winding road through olive groves. Ioanna, on the outskirts of the hamlet, has stunning views across the sea to the coastline stretching between Albania and Greece and along Corfu’s east coastline down to the Venetian fortifications of Corfu Town. Ioanna’s owners have renovated their old stone house retaining original features whilst adding modern comforts. The result is a charming and private home with a series of open and shaded terraces, from which one can enjoy the dramatic sea view. A covered terrace above the pool area has a romantic barbecue and dining area. Ideal for those keen on bird watching and walking.
Accommodation: open-plan sitting and dining room, separate kitchen area (with dishwasher & microwave); one double bedroom and one twin bedroom; separate bathroom with bath and shower. Facilities: air-conditioning in bedrooms (set to the optimal 24°C); TV/DVD & CD player; Wi-Fi; washing machine; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 7.5m x 5m & depth 1m – 1.8m Amenities: the port and village of Nissaki (a drive of five minutes) have a good selection of tavernas, supermarkets, a watersports centre, nearby beaches and boat hire for exploring hidden coves.
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CORFU NISSAKI
Petrino
2
2
WiFi
Near Nissaki | Sleeps 2 – 4 ■ Early Booking Offer
Reached by a steep and winding road through olive groves, the hamlet has a cluster of traditional island houses and is far removed from the more cosmopolitan atmosphere of nearby seaside villages. Petrino occupies a private and secluded location at the edge of the hamlet. This is a modern villa, built in traditional style and with stunning views across the sea to the coastline stretching between Albania and Greece, and along Corfu’s east coast down to the Venetian fortifications of Corfu Town. Comfortably furnished and spacious interiors open out onto a large covered terrace, offering a romantic setting for watching the lights of Corfu Town and small fishing boats below. Petrino’s location makes it ideal for those interested in bird watching and walking.
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Accommodation: open-plan sitting room, dining and kitchen area (with dishwasher & microwave); one double bedroom with en suite bathroom with bath and shower and one twin bedroom; bathroom with shower. Facilities: air-conditioning in bedrooms (set to the optimal 24°C); TV/DVD & CD player; ipod/iphone docking station; Wi-Fi; washing machine; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 7.5m x 5m & depth 1m – 1.8m Amenities: the port and village of Nissaki (a drive of five minutes) have a good selection of tavernas, supermarkets, a watersports centre, nearby beaches and boat hire for discovering hidden coves.
CORFU NISSAKI
Robin’s Nest
3
3
WiFi
Near Agios Stefanos | Sleeps 2 – 6
Robin’s Nest has a special hilltop position from which there are dramatic views. Surrounded by tall olive trees, the villa looks down the valley of olive groves and cypress trees and out to the north-west coast of Corfu. The location is peaceful, secluded and totally private. The villa’s spacious interiors open out on to generous terraces with spectacular views of the sun setting behind the offshore islands of Orthoni, Mithraki and Ericusa.
Accommodation: ground floor of an open-plan kitchen (with dishwasher) and dining area; one double bedroom and one twin bedroom, both with ensuite bathroom with shower; cloakroom. First floor of sitting room; one double bedroom, en suite bathroom with shower. Facilities: air-conditioning in all bedrooms; TV/DVD & CD player; Wi-Fi on request (small charge); washing machine and poolside fridge; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 10m x 6m & depth 1m – 1.6m Amenities: the nearby village of Magoulades has a bakery and two cafenions. A ten minute drive away, the resorts of Agios Stefanos and Arillas offer sandy beaches, tavernas and watersports facilities.
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CORFU AGIOS GEORGIOS
Hellyhunter Villa
3
3
WiFi
At Agios Georgios | Sleeps 2 – 6 ■ Early Booking Offer
Agios Georgios beach is a large stretch of golden sand within a sheltered bay on the north-west coast of Corfu. There is a small and peaceful collection of village houses, shops and tavernas set back from the beach and a watersports club at one end. Hellyhunter Villa lies one kilometre away from Agios Georgios beach and has dramatic views over the bay and along a mountainous coastline from its secluded and private location amongst hillside olive groves. The villa has a variety of terraces, offering both sun and shade, and surrounding grounds of olive and citrus trees interspersed with colourful bougainvillaea, roses and oleander. Modern interiors are comfortably furnished.
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Accommodation: ground floor of sitting room; one twin bedroom, en suite bathroom with shower; kitchen (with dishwasher) and dining area; cloakroom. First floor of two double bedrooms, each with en suite bathroom with shower. Facilities: air-conditioning throughout; Greek TV/DVD & CD player; Wi-Fi; washing machine; mosquito screens on all windows; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 12m x 5m & depth 1.4m – 2.4m Amenities: there are good sandy beaches along the west coast of Corfu and many small villages with varied shops and tavernas. Corfu Town is thirty kilometres away. Agios Georgios offers boat hire, dinghy sailing, boat hire and jet ski hire.
Hellyhunter Villa
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Paxos & Antipaxos Azure waters, sheltered coves, silver olive groves, quiet fishing villages, the smallest Ionian island of Paxos is a haven of rare tranquility. And just one mile away lies the intimacy of improbably tiny Antipaxos.
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About half of the island’s population of 3,000 live in the three villages of Gaios, Loggos and Lakka, and help create that special sense of serenity, sociability and relaxation that characterizes Paxos. LIGHT HOUSE
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Just seven miles long and three miles wide, Paxos encapsulates the magical beauty and variety of the Ionian: over 30 sheltered beaches on the east coast, dramatic cliffs on the west, olive trees and tall pines inland, surrounded by the clearest crystal waters, and fringed with caves, grottoes and unpopulated islands.
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Gaios is the main village of Paxos. Rare among Greek islands, the little flagstoned square with its church and pink and white oleanders is right on the water. The village is a maze of narrow streets lined with an assortment of little shops, tavernas and bars. A host of attractive bays and coves lie nearby. Boats, to reach the sandy beaches of Antipaxos, depart from the square every morning.
Magazia is the island’s small, central village for a cluster of secluded hamlets amongst the olive groves close to the west coast. The one café bar and taverna retain a traditional island character; the bakery produces delicious bread and assorted pastries and the grocery store is small but well stocked. The nearby Church of the Apostles overlooks the dramatic west coast cliffs, which are turned pink by the setting sun.
The smallest and most attractive fishing village on Paxos, Loggos remains unspoilt. Thirty little houses cluster around the old platia which is right on the sea. Silver and green olive groves cover the hills surrounding the village. Tavernas serve good food and small shops provide a wide range of groceries. Waterfront café bars offer delightful vantage points for people and boat watching. Good bathing from beaches and rocks is within five minutes’ walk.
The little port of Lakka with its almost circular harbour and crystal clear sea, framed by green and silver olive trees, is an artist’s delight.
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Narrow streets, picturesque gardens, numerous small shops, tavernas, bars and friendly people give Lakka a special character of its own. Lakka’s wide bay of clear, turquoise waters contains a stretch of olive-fringed beaches, which shelve to sand.
PA X O S G A I O S
Villa Yakovos
2
1
Near Gaios | Sleeps 2 – 4 ■ Early Booking Offer
From the backstreets of Gaios, a narrow winding road leads up the hill to the sleepy hamlet of Ozias, walkable from the villa. There is a general store come café bar, run by Yakovos, the villa’s owner. From Ozias an unmade road leads to the secluded location of the villa. Set amongst olive groves, with no other house in sight, Villa Yakovos looks across private terraced grounds and over the stretch of sea between Paxos and Antipaxos. The views of Antipaxos at sunset are spectacular. On clear days the island of Lefkas is visible on the horizon. There is no passing traffic and the silence of this location is only occasionally disturbed by the chatter of cicadas during the hotter months.
Accommodation: one double bedroom and one twin bedroom; open-plan sitting room and kitchen with dining area; bathroom with shower. Facilities: air-conditioning in one bedroom, one bedroom has a ceiling fan; TV; CD player; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 11m x 5.5m & depth 1.1m – 2.4m Amenities: the drive to Gaios and nearby beaches takes ten minutes and, to Ozias, four minutes. A boat can be moored in Gaios.
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The Olive Press
1
1
Near Gaios | Sleeps 2 ■ Early Booking Offer
A narrow track leads inland from Gaios waterfront in just a few minutes to a beautiful, wild landscape of valleys and hillsides which stretch to the island’s north-west coast. The Olive Press has been carefully renovated and modernised to become a comfortable home, hidden amongst the olive groves. Although only a two minute drive (or a ten minute walk) to two local tavernas and a five minute drive to Gaios, the Olive Press will appeal to couples looking for a comfortable, romantic and peaceful escape. Built of stone, the house still has the original olive pressing floor underneath the sitting room – visible through a panel of safety glass.
Accommodation: open-plan sitting room and dining area; kitchen; one double bedroom; bathroom with shower. Terraces. Facilities: air-conditioning in bedroom; ceiling fan in lounge; TV/DVD & CD player; washing machine; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 6m x 4m & depth 1.5m Amenities: the nearest beaches, just outside Gaios, are within a ten minute drive. There are many goat paths through the olive groves leading to hidden hamlets and west coast vantage points with spectacular views across the sea to Anti Paxos.
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Valentina House
3
2
Near Gaios | Sleeps 2 – 6
Valentina House has total privacy and only the cicadas to disturb the silence. A small road of one kilometre leads uphill from the backstreets of Gaios, through olive groves to the small hamlet of Ozias, from where a private track leads to Valentina’s hidden grounds. The Italian owners have converted an elegant, stone family house into a spacious and comfortable home. Extensive terraced gardens, affording total privacy, surround the house and incorporate a large pool, an outside kitchen, three dining areas, a citrus breakfast terrace and many areas shaded by olive trees and lit romantically by night.
Accommodation: ground floor of an open-plan sitting room, dining and kitchen area (with dishwasher). First floor of two double bedrooms and one twin bedroom; two bathrooms each with shower. Facilities: air-conditioning in two bedrooms; TV/DVD & CD player with house and garden speakers; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 12m x 6m & depth 1.3m – 2.2m Amenities: the shops, tavernas and boat hire at Gaios are a drive of five minutes. It is a further five minutes to the east coast beaches. The hamlet of Ozias has a general store come café bar.
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Gaios
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Governor’s House
3
2
Near Gaios | Sleeps 2 – 6 ■ Early Booking Offer
Governor’s House was once the residence of the British Governor during the early 18th Century British Protection of the Ionian Islands. In a peaceful location, with views over the silver olives and across the sea to the mainland, it affords easy access to the east coast beaches which are about one kilometre away. The property is one of several large 18th Century stones houses, three of which have been renovated, in the quiet hillside hamlet of Geromonachos. Gaios with its shops tavernas and restaurants is two kilometres away.
Accommodation: ground floor of an open-plan sitting room, dining and kitchen area; bathroom with shower. First floor of one double bedroom, en suite bathroom with shower, and two twin bedrooms; bathroom with shower. Facilities: air-conditioning in two bedrooms, one bedroom has a ceiling fan; TV/DVD & CD player; iPod docking station; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 10m x 5m & depth 0.70m – 1.7m Amenities: tavernas, shops and boat hire in Gaios are a ten minute drive.
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Villa Heleni
3
2
Near Gaios | Sleeps 2 – 6 ■ Early Booking Offer
The peaceful hillside hamlet of Geromonachos overlooks the east coast and is just two kilometres away from Gaios. Villa Heleni, one of a number of large stones houses dating back from the late 18th century, has been renovated to form a comfortable and peaceful home. The villa, with views across the sea to the mainland, is hidden amongst olive groves. The nearest east coast beach is about a five minute drive.
Accommodation: ground floor of an open-plan sitting room, dining and kitchen area. First floor of one double bedroom, en suite bathroom with shower, and two twin bedrooms; bathroom with shower. Facilities: air-conditioning in two bedrooms, one bedroom has a ceiling fan; TV/DVD & CD player; iPod docking station; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 10m x 5m & depth 0.70m – 1.7m Amenities: tavernas, shops and boat hire in Gaios are a ten minute drive.
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Villa Doria
2
1
Near Gaios | Sleeps 2 – 4 ■ Early Booking Offer
Villa Doria is hidden amongst the hillside olive groves of the hamlet of Geromonachos, overlooking the east coast with its many beaches and just two kilometres away from Gaios. The hamlet contains large stone houses dating back to the late 18th Century but only Doria and two other houses have since been renovated. The location is peaceful. Views are over silver olives and across the sea to the mainland. The closest beaches are about one kilometre away.
Accommodation: open-plan sitting room, dining and kitchen area; one double bedroom and one twin bedroom; bathroom with shower. Facilities: air-conditioning in two bedrooms, one bedroom has a ceiling fan; ceiling fan in lounge; TV/DVD & CD player; iPod docking station; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 10m x 5m & depth 0.70m – 1.7m Amenities: tavernas, shops and boat hire in Gaios are a ten minute drive.
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PA X O S M A G A Z I A
Villa Jasmine
1
1
Near Magazia | Sleeps 2 â– Early Booking Offer
This intimate villa, self-contained on a single level, has a very special feel of easy relaxation. From its own private pool and terrace, the views are spectacular; high above the soaring cliffs of the west coast, on the edge of the tiny hamlet of Vlachopoulatika, it can feel as if the whole Mediterranean Sea is laid out before you. Carefully positioned within its own grounds, this is an ideal property for two persons. There is a bakery, grocery store and taverna in Magazia (I km) and the beaches, shops and tavern of Loggos and Gaios are a 10 minute drive.
Accommodation: large open sitting room, dining area and kitchen (with dishwasher); one double bedroom; bathroom with shower; private parking area. Facilities: air-conditioning in bedroom; TV/DVD & CD player; hair drier; barbecue. Private infinity swimming pool: 5m x 4m & depth 1.3m-1.6m Amenities: a shop, two tavernas and a bar are just a fifteen minute walk away. A wide selection of beaches, shops and tavernas can be found at Loggos or Gaios, just a ten minute drive away.
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Villa Gardenia
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1
Near Magazia | Sleeps 2 â– Early Booking Offer
Modern and comfortably furnished, with a spectacular view over the island’s dramatic west coast from its well-sized terrace and delightful pool, the villa is ideal for a relaxed holiday among olive groves, butterflies and cicadas. With a well-equipped kitchen and Magazia village a kilometre away, it is tempting to feel you require little else. You are never too far from the sea, pretty villages and good food on Paxos. A ten minute drive will bring you to all three.
Accommodation: large open sitting room, dining area and kitchen (with dishwasher); one double bedroom; bathroom with shower; private parking area. Facilities: air-conditioning in bedroom; TV/DVD & CD player; hair drier; barbecue. Private infinity swimming pool: 5m x 4m & depth 1.3m-1.6m Amenities: a shop, two tavernas and a bar are just a fifteen minute walk away. A wide selection of beaches, shops and tavernas can be found at Loggos or Gaios, just a ten minute drive away.
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Villa Bougainvillea
1
1
Near Magazia | Sleeps 2 â– Early Booking Offer
Just a kilometre from the village of Magazia in the centre of the island, this discreet and private villa has wonderful elevated views over the western sea, all the more spectacular at sunset. Situated on a lower terrace within its own flowered garden, the personal pool terrace and BBQ area provide the perfect spot for relaxed indulgence. A 10 minute drive takes you to the beaches and busier villages of Gaios and Loggos on the east coast.
Accommodation: large open sitting room, dining area and kitchen (with dishwasher); one double bedroom; bathroom with shower; private parking area. Facilities: air-conditioning in bedroom; TV/DVD & CD player; hair drier; barbecue. Private infinity swimming pool: 5m x 4m & depth 1.3m-1.6m Amenities: a shop, two tavernas and a bar are just a fifteen minute walk away. A wide selection of beaches, shops and tavernas can be found at Loggos or Gaios, just a ten minute drive away.
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Villa Effi
3
2
Near Magazia | Sleeps 2 – 5 ■ Early Booking Offer
Villa Effi is a comfortable and spacious house located on a secluded hillside, at a central point of the island, looking out over cypress and olive trees to the sea on Paxos’ west coast. Attractively tiled terraces, bordered by a profusion of colourful plants, provide a shaded escape from the sun and lead to a lower level pool terrace with areas to sunbathe and more spectacular views to sea and the setting sun. Due to Villa Effi’s elevated position, we do not recommend it for families with very young children.
Accommodation: one double bedroom; one twin bedroom; one single bedroom; sitting room and dining area; kitchen with dishwasher; one bathroom with shower and one bathroom with bath. Facilities: air-conditioning in all bedrooms; washing machine, TV/DVD & CD player; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 8m x 5m & depth 1.6m – 2.6m Amenities: the drive to both Gaios and Loggos takes ten minutes. The sleepy village of Magazia, with its bakery, general store, café bar and taverna, is just a two minute drive or a walk of 15 minutes. A further four tavernas can be reached within a 15 minute walk.
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Shu-Shu
2
2
Near Magazia | Sleeps 2 – 4
“Shu-Shu” means “peace and quiet” in the local island dialect. From a traditional island country house, Shu-Shu has been converted to a charming and comfortable home. The house is set in a private and peaceful, walled garden of fruit and nut trees amongst the olive groves which border the small village of Magazia in the centre of the island. Spacious rooms with raftered ceilings share a combination of polished stone floors and soft, white fabrics. A wide, first floor terrace has a delightful dining area, shaded by crimson bougainvillaea, with views over the surrounding olive groves. An intimate pool area has recently been added, with a gentle waterfall cascading over rocks from an upper garden terrace of date palms, oleander and orange and lemon trees. 72 G I C – T H E V I L L A C O L L E C T I O N
Accommodation: one bedroom; large open-plan sitting room and dining area with ballustraded gallery containing a sitting area; modern and well-equipped kitchen; bathroom with shower. From front verandah, steps down to studio bedroom with two single beds and en suite bathroom with shower; private terrace. Facilities: air-conditioning in both bedrooms; TV/DVD & CD player. Private swimming pool: 7m x 4m & depth 1.2m – 1.7m Amenities: the nearby village of Magazia has a general store, bakery, a friendly café bar, one taverna and a blacksmith. A wide selection of beaches, shops and tavernas can be found at Gaios, Loggos or Lakka – all a drive of ten minutes.
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Villa Petra
2
2
At Boikatika | Sleeps 2 – 6 ■ Early Booking Offer
A very private villa, which will appeal to those who are looking for a luxurious retreat with panoramic views over a rural landscape and the sea. The villa is accessed via an unmade road. Once at the villa you are looking over the dramatic landscape of the west coast, especially breathtaking from the infinity pool. Set amongst olive trees and cypress trees, this is a classic Greek island location – what everyone imagines a private villa on an island should be like. This stone-built property consists of ground and first floor, each with seafacing verandahs. Furnishings are elegant and contemporary and the bathrooms and kitchen well laid out and of modern design. The villa nestles amongst landscaped gardens planted with native plants. Terraces and verandahs afford shade and are well located to make full use of the views from this superb location.
Accommodation: A large sitting room with a double sofa-bed on the upper floor opens out to two sea-facing verandahs. The upper floor also accommodates the open plan kitchen and dining area and a twin-bedded room with verandah and en suite bathroom with shower. The ground floor is open plan with a twin bedded room and en suite bathroom with shower. There is also a sitting area with a single sofa bed. A sea-facing verandah leads off the twin bedroom. Facilities: air-conditioned bedrooms and living room; TV/DVD & CD player; safe deposit box. Private swimming pool: 11m x 5m & depth 0.90m – 1.9m Amenities: A ten minute walk reaches Magazia where there is a taverna, café-bar, bakery and general store. It is a ten minute drive to Gaios, Loggos and a selection of beaches.
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Villa Pelagos
2
2
At Boikatika | Sleeps 2 – 6 ■ Early Booking Offer
This private and secluded villa, will appeal to those who are looking for a luxurious retreat with outstanding views over rich, green valleys and deep blue seas. The landscape of the west coast is dramatic. From the villa’s hilltop terraces of olives, the views are breathtaking and the stillness is only punctuated by the occasional cry of a swift. The villa is hidden by the olive trees and the location is one of the quietest on the island. Villa Pelagos has two floors, which open out on to the sea-facing verandahs. Built of stone and furnished to a high standard of comfort with modern an elegant bathroom and kitchen, this is an impressive property set in landscaped gardens, with privacy and views across the sea from sun and shaded terrace.
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Accommodation: The villa has an upper floor consisting of large sitting room with double sofa bed, leading to two sea-facing verandahs; open-plan kitchen and dining area; one double-bedded room and en suite bathroom with shower, leading to open verandah. Open-plan lower ground floor of one twin-bedded room, and en suite bathroom with shower, leading to a sea-facing verandah; sitting area with single sofa bed. Facilities: air-conditioning in bedrooms and sitting room; TV/DVD & CD player; safety deposit box. Private swimming pool: 11m x 5m & depth 0.90m – 1.9m Amenities: Magazia, a walk of ten minutes, has a tavern, café bar, bakery and general store. Gaios, Loggos and many beaches are only ten minutes away by car.
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Villa Elia
2
2
Near Loggos | Sleeps 2 – 4 ■ Early Booking Offer
Villa Elia, located in a small hamlet, is set amongst hillside olive groves below the inland road leading to Loggos, which is a distance of one and a half kilometres. The views from the front terrace are stunning and no other house can be seen. Looking over the coastal hillsides of olive and cypress trees and across the sea to the mainland of Greece, one can follow the progress of fishing boats, yachts and ferries. At night the tiny lights of mainland villages add a dramatic touch to Elia’s private lookout. The extensive pool terrace has a large olive tree which provides a shaded sitting area. This is a comfortable and modern home with beautiful, natural views.
Accommodation: ground floor of an open-plan sitting room, dining and kitchen area, leading to sea-facing terrace with eight steps down to pool terrace and shower room. First floor of one double bedroom and one twin bedroom; bathroom with shower. Facilities: air-conditioning in bedrooms; TV/DVD & CD player; washing machine; barbecue; outside dining areas. Private swimming pool: 8.5m x 5m & depth 1.2m – 1.7m Amenities: Loggos and nearby beaches are only five minutes away by car. The small village of Fontana is a walk of ten minutes as are three tavernas.
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Villa Perseus
2
2
WiFi
Near Loggos | Sleeps 2 – 4 ■ Early Booking Offer
Within a small, hillside hamlet, Villa Perseus is set back from the inland road leading to Loggos, which is a distance of one and a half kilometres. The villa overlooks a valley of olive trees and across the sea to the Greek mainland. An excellent taverna is only a short walk away. The terraced gardens of almond, orange and olive trees which surround the villa and swimming pool are enclosed by tall stone walls to ensure privacy. Extensively refurbished in 2012, Villa Perseus has been transformed into a traditional house with a bright, contemporary, stylish interior.
Accommodation : upper floor has one double bedroom; bathroom with shower; open-plan kitchen, dining area and sitting room; patio and pool terrace. Lower ground floor of master bedroom with en suite bathroom. Facilities: air-conditioning in all bedrooms; washing machine, WiFi, TV/DVD & CD player; barbecue; safety deposit box. Private swimming pool: 10m x 5m & depth 1.2m – 2.4m Amenities: Loggos and nearby beaches are only five minutes away by car. One taverna only a few minutes walk away. The small village of Fontana with two tavernas and a minimarket is a walk of fifteen minutes. A hired boat may be moored in Loggos harbour.
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Villa Andromeda
4
3
WiFi
Near Loggos | Sleeps 2 – 8 ■ Early Booking Offer
Within a small, hillside hamlet, Villa Andromeda is set back from the inland road leading to Loggos, which is a distance of one and a half kilometres. From the first floor bedroom balconies one overlooks the surrounding olive groves and the open sea towards the Greek mainland. A garden of olive and fruit trees and flagstoned terraces surround the private swimming pool. The property has large rooms tiled in cool ceramic and marble. The sitting room opens to a series of terraces bordered by olive trees.
Accommodation: ground floor of two twin bedrooms; bathroom with shower; sitting room; kitchen. Marble staircase leading up to first floor of one double bedroom; one twin bedroom; bathroom with shower. Facilities: air-conditioning in upstairs bedrooms and ground floor sitting room; TV/DVD & CD player; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 10m x 7.5m & depth 1m – 2.4m Amenities: Loggos and nearby beaches are only five minutes away by car; One taverna only a few minutes walk away. The small village of Fontana with two tavernas and a minimarket is a walk of fifteen minutes. Boat hire on Loggos waterfront.
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Accommodation: one bedroom detached cottage (sleeps 2); open plan living/dining/kitchen area; shower room; sea facing balcony. Facilities: air-conditioning; CD and DVD players; TV (Greek channels); cooker and fridge freezer; safe; iron, ironing board, hairdryer; pool and bath towels. Shared swimming pool: 11m x 7m (shared)
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Loggos Mills Near Loggos | Sleeps 2 â– Early Booking Offer
Tucked away on the hillside above Loggos Harbour is a group of charming cottages, enjoying harmonious seclusion within their own landscaped gardens. Between the verandahs of the detached cottage (Juniper) and the 3 attached studios, crimson bougainvillea serves as a natural screen, further enhancing the sense of privacy. The large shared swimming pool has wide-ranging views over ancient olive groves, down to the sea, and across to the Greek mainland. A 5 minute walk takes you to the nearest taverna, and Loggos Town with its beach, bakery, minimarket and harbourside taverna is a 5 minute drive. A hire car is provided, and the whole island is easily explored. The cottages themselves are stylish, airy and comfortable, with a distinctly Italianate feel. Although individually ideal for couples, the cottages can also be combined for a larger group. 78 G I C – T H E V I L L A C O L L E C T I O N
Accommodation: three attached open plan cottages (each sleeps 2); large living/ dining/sleeping area with double or twin beds; kitchen corner; sea facing balcony. Facilities: air-conditioning; CD and DVD players; TV (Greek channels); cooker and fridge; safe; iron, ironing board, hairdryer; pool and bath towels. Shared swimming pool: 11m x 7m (shared)
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Levrecchio Beach House
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Near Loggos | Sleeps 2 – 4 ■ Early Booking Offer
Levrecchio beach is a 7-10 minute walk from Loggos waterfront and has a small taverna in an olive grove overlooking the sea. Levrecchio Beach House is located just a two minute walk above the beach, on a hillside of olive trees. A large terrace has a dining area, shaded by a pergola and an olive tree, and has views over the beach to Corfu and the Greek mainland.
Accommodation: open-plan sitting room, dining and kitchen area (with dishwasher); one double bedroom and one twin bedroom; two bathrooms, each with shower. Facilities: air-conditioning in both bedrooms; TV & CD player; dishwasher; barbecue. Amenities: one taverna two minutes walk; a selection of tavernas, shops and boat hire on Loggos waterfront are a seven minute walk away.
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Levrecchio beach, showing Levrecchio Beach House on the right
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Harbour View
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At Loggos | Sleeps 2 – 4 ■ Early Booking Offer
Harbour View has a special position in Loggos – detached from the waterfront to ensure privacy but close enough to have wonderful views over the entire port. Set back on one of a series of hillside terraces of olive groves, the house has sitting out terraces on different levels, in the shade of olive trees, all with views over Loggos. Levrechio Beach is just a five minute stroll away. No other house, close to the waterfront, has grounds the size of Harbour View, which are terraced with attractive pots and lemon trees.
Accommodation: a flight of thirty-five steps leads from the waterfront to a lower terrace with a further five steps to the front door. Ground floor of open-plan sitting room and kitchen area; bathroom with shower. Stairs to first floor of one double bedroom and one twin bedroom; bathroom with shower. Facilities: air-conditioning in both bedrooms. Amenities: just two minutes walk to waterfront tavernas, shops and café bars. Waterfront boat hire. NB: We do not recommend Harbour View for those with mobility problems or for small children.
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Nassos House
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Near Loggos | Sleeps 2 – 6 ■ Early Booking Offer
A fairly steep walk of five minutes from the Loggos waterfront leads to the private hillside position of Nassos House. Few houses in Loggos can match the views from this house. The front terraces look down to the activities of the little fishing port and across the open sea to the mountains of the Greek mainland. A narrow, private path leads from the house through a garden of olive and lemon trees, to the sea below - a walk of two minutes, where one can swim off the rocks and from a small beach. The larger beach of Levrechio is just a five minute walk from the village.
Accommodation: sitting room and dining area leading to terrace; kitchen; bathroom with shower. One step up from sitting room to one double bedroom with balcony, en suite bathroom with shower; staircase from sitting room to one double bedroom with balcony and two single bedrooms (one single bedroom shares balcony with double bedroom). Facilities: air-conditioning in bedrooms (small charge payable locally); TV/DVD & CD player. An outside shower in the private olive grove. Amenities: just a five minute walk to waterfront tavernas, shops and café bars. A hire boat can be moored in Loggos harbour. A local supermarket will deliver shopping.
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Villa Adrianna
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At Loggos | Sleeps 2 – 4 ■ Early Booking Offer
Villa Adrianna is the only private villa with its own swimming pool located in the village of Loggos. Just a two minute walk from the waterfront, the villa is surrounded by olive groves for privacy and looks down to a few village houses with glimpses of the sea. Levrechio beach is a ten minute walk away. Pano, the owner, who runs a small supermarket in Loggos, has created a large, comfortable home with substantial grounds. An ideal property for those wanting a private villa close to the shops and tavernas of Loggos.
Accommodation: sitting room, with two divan beds, and dining area leading to covered balcony; one double bedroom with covered balcony; kitchen; bathroom with shower. Facilities: air-conditioning in bedroom; satellite TV/DVD & CD player; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 9.5m x 4m & depth 1.2m – 1.7m Amenities: just a two minute walk to waterfront tavernas, shops and café bars. A hired boat can be moored in Loggos harbour.
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Kapassa House
2
1
At Loggos | Sleeps 2 – 3 ■ Early Booking Offer
Kapassa House is a pretty country cottage, situated on an olive clad hillside, in the small hamlet of Dendiatika, above the harbour of Loggos, which is a fifteen minute walk away. A secluded and private patio with lemon trees and potted plants provides privacy and excellent views of the sea across to the the Greek mainland and surrounding verdant valley. The walk up to Kapassa House through the olive groves, along an ancient donkey path, is steep but its secluded position makes it worthwhile.
Accommodation: one double bedroom and one single bedroom; sitting room; kitchen; bathroom with shower. Facilities: air-conditioning (small charge payable locally). Private swimming pool: 6m x 4m & depth 1.2m – 1.6m Amenities: Loggos waterfront boat hire; Levrechio beach and the pretty bay of Glyfada can be reached within a twenty minute walk. A ten minute walk takes one to an old windmill with spectacular views of Loggos harbour where a hired boat can be moored.
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Villa Delphini
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1
Near Lakka | Sleeps 2 – 4 ■ Early Booking Offer
Villa Delphini has a private and peaceful location amongst olive groves for those seeking a comfortable hideaway just a few minutes drive to beaches, shops and tavernas. No other house overlooks the large pool terrace and the location is delightfully tranquil. Views from the terraces are across a valley of silver olive trees. Sensitively renovated from the original nineteenth century family home, the surrounding terraces are in stone with carefully appointed areas for barbecue, shaded dining and sunbathing.
Accommodation: one double bedroom and one twin bedroom; open-plan sitting room, kitchen and dining area; bathroom with shower. Facilities: air-conditioning in both bedrooms; TV/DVD & CD player; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 9.5m x 5.5m & depth 0.40m – 1.8m Amenities: Lakka and Loggos are five minutes away by car and the nearest beach Monadendri, a drive of five minutes, has two small tavernas and a selection of sailboards and dinghies for hire. A hired boat can be moored in Loggos or Lakka.
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Torri E Merli Hotel
WiFi
Lakka | Sleeps 2 – 4
Set amidst a landscape of ancient olive groves and massive boulders, this boutique hotel was originally a fortified manor house in the Venetian style, dating from 1750. By combining its historic architecture, its turrets and battlements, with eclectic modern furnishings, a unique atmosphere has been created, luxurious, romantic and slightly bohemian. The hotel provides modern Mediterranean cuisine in its excellent restaurant, and its relaxing spa is located within the peaceful gardens. A candlelit tisaneria, offering herbal infusions and massage, has been created in the old stone cellar. A short walk of 800 metres takes you down to the pretty fishing village of Lakka, and boat trips and car hire are available if you wish to explore more of the island. With just seven individually designed bedrooms, a stay at Torri E Merli guarantees a feeling of deep tranquility and generous warmth.
Accommodation: A range of stylish individually designed suites with en suite bathroom. All have either garden or distant sea view, and a balcony or a verandah. Rooms are large with a sitting area and almost all have a sofa bed suitable for one adult or two children. Shared swimming pool: depths and dimensions not known at time of print. Room Facilities: air-conditioning; satellite TV; mini-bar; safe; hairdryer. General Facilities: Wi-Fi, Spa offering relaxation treatments, yoga and Pilates are available, helicopter transfers (at additional cost).
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Antipaxos The epitome of seclusion, with only 30 local inhabitants, Antipaxos provides glorious sandy beaches and crystal waters. With only four tavernas, the ethos here is quality rather than quantity.
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With an area of a mere 5 square kilometres and a population of about 50 people, Antipaxos clearly belongs to a world distinct and apart from our usual daily lives. It may have in its history one of the greatest naval battles between the Greek City states of Corinth and Corfu in 432BC but today it prefers to offer those who relish nature’s simplicity an unique escape to some of the best soft sand beaches and VRIKA clearest water in the VOUTOUMI Mediterranean. AGRAPIDIA
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An undulating interior of hillsides, carpeted by maquis, contains small vineyards above beaches of sand and pebble. A network of narrow tracks lead from the small harbour of Agrapidia up to the interior and past the occasional cottage with gardens of fruit trees, vegetables and vineyards. Pathways, bordered by large bulbs of sea squill and wild herbs, lead down on the east coast to the sandy bays of
Voutoumi and Vrika with their chalkblue waters. There are four tavernas but no shops on AntiPaxos. One of the tavernas, overlooking Voutoumi beach, will usually remain open at night on request from June to September. We recommend that we arrange a substantial hamper of provisions for your arrival – to last two days. Clients can contact our Paxos office to order
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further supplies, which will usually be delivered the next day for a small charge payable locally. From the end of May an “Express Boat” travels between Paxos and two of the AntiPaxos sandy beaches. The journey takes twenty minutes and mobile phone contact with our Paxos office will determine the exact time that the boat arrives on AntiPaxos. This service can be used by our AntiPaxos
clients to do their own shopping on Paxos. The three houses of Violetta, Phoenica and Bacchus are well equipped for comfort. Each house has a freezer, mobile telephone to contact our Paxos office, torch, games, DVDs and books on fauna and flora. The island is small but distances are deceptive and in parts the tracks are steep and uneven: good walking shoes are recommended.
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Bacchus House
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On Antipaxos | Sleeps 2 ■ Early Booking Offer
Bacchus House stands at the top of Antipaxos’ east coast with a dramatic and panoramic view out to sea. With total privacy, Bacchus has a sheltered garden containing almond, lemon, quince, fig and grapefruit trees with wonderful views over the vineyards and across the sea to the Greek mainland. A walk of fifteen minutes from the house takes one to the Vlahopouli’s taverna and the sandy beach of Vrika.
Accommodation: open-plan sitting room, dining and kitchen area leading to seafacing terrace; one double bedroom; bathroom with shower.
The owners have converted a charming and secluded stone cottage into a comfortable, romantic home.
Facilities: air-conditioning in open plan lounge; TV/DVD & CD player; local mobile phone; Espresso machine, cool box, board games, beach towels, barbecue.
A cosy and private retreat offering peaceful seclusion and stunning views for those looking for a more unusual escape from the crowds.
Private swimming pool: 5m x 2.5m & depth 1.1m – 1.4m
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Phoenica House
2
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On Antipaxos | Sleeps 2 – 4
Phoenica House is tucked away in the interior of Antipaxos but just a short distance from beaches. The attractive, terraced garden of mulberry, almond and lemon trees, partly shaded by a pergola of grapevine, has a raised sitting area with views to the sea and enjoys total privacy and tranquillity. A walk of ten minutes from Phoenica takes one to the Bella Vista taverna and Voutoumi beach below (15 minutes). Phoenica will provide a comfortable escape for those seeking privacy and seclusion.
Accommodation: open-plan sitting room, dining area and kitchen; one double bedroom; one bedroom with bunk-beds and one single bed; bathroom with shower. Facilities: air-conditioning in bedroom; TV/DVD & CD player; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 5m x 2.5m & depth 1.1m – 1.4m
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Violetta House
2
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On Antipaxos | Sleeps 2 – 4
Violetta House stands at the top of a hill on the east coast of Antipaxos and looks down a valley of vineyards and pine trees to a small beach below. The walk up from the beach is steep but with well constructed steps. The Bella Vista taverna is just fifty metres away from Violetta, via a pathway over the crest of the hill, and the path continues down to the sandy beach of Voutoumi: a walk of ten minutes. No other house overlooks Violetta and the views across green hillsides and out to sea enhance the feeling of peaceful seclusion. Simply, yet comfortably furnished, the property has a covered verandah and a terraced rose garden beside the pool. A separate courtyard to the rear of the house has an intimate barbecue and dining area.
Accommodation: one double bedroom and one twin bedroom; open-plan sitting room and kitchen area; bathroom with shower. Facilities: satellite TV/DVD & CD player; air-conditioning in open-plan sitting room; local mobile phone; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 8m x 5m & depth 0.50m – 2.1m
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Sivota A fjord-like landscape of twisting coastline, hidden coves, green hills and pristine beaches gives Sivota a unique and beguiling character.
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E P I R U S S I V O TA GREEK MAINLAND CORFU SIVOTA
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On the mainland opposite the southern tip of Corfu, Sivota is part of the ancient region of Epirus, famed as one of Europe’s prime areas of outstanding natural beauty. Well-preserved stone villages nestle among the mountains, lakes, forests and wild flora that adorn the area, and the spectacular Vikos Gorge is within easy reach. Hidden along the jagged coastline, indented with secret coves, are rocky inlets and gorgeous beaches of white coarse sand. Off-shore there are a maze of heavily wooded islands and their silent beaches waiting to be explored – all that is required is the hire of a small boat. The natural S-shaped bay of the town provides perfect shelter and means that evening dining has a very special ambience under a sky filled with stars.
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Senses Villas
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At Sivota | Two villas each sleeping 2 – 4 ■ Early Booking Offer
Set in an olive grove one hundred and fifty metres behind Karvouna beach and only three hundred metres from the village, Senses Villas are ideally located for those wanting everything within walking distance. These ultra-modern villas are built over three floors with a master suite on the top floor with sea view. Furnished and equipped to a high standard, they combine comfortable interiors with minimalist styling.
Accommodation: pool level of lounge with small kitchen; one twin bedroom with shower. First floor of open plan living room, kitchen/diner leading to large balcony. Second floor of master suite with king size bed; en suite bathroom with sea view, hydro shower; private balcony with an outside sitting area.
The ground floor opens out on to a large deck with private pool perfect for barbecues.
Facilities: air-conditioning throughout; TV Home cinema & CD player; hair drier; safety deposit box; barbecue.
Set adjacent to each other, the villas remain private but can be combined for larger parties of up to 8 persons.
Amenities: a five minute walk brings you to Karvouna beach with a beach front coffee bar serving breakfast and snacks. Sivota waterfront is three hundred metres away with a good choice of shops and tavernas. The walk is steep in parts and so not suitable for those with mobility problems. Car hire is recommended in order to give easy access to the village and to explore the local surroundings.
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Private swimming pool: 11 x 4 metres
NB: Due to configuration of the Villa we do not consider this property suitable for younger children.
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Lefkas Fertile and green, with sweeping mountains and a turquoise sea, Lefkas encapsulates the dramatic panorama of Greece.
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IONIAN ISLANDS LEFKAS Nidri Bay
An east coast beach
Across a canal originally excavated in 640BC, a swing-bridge joins the spectacular island of Lefkas to the Greek mainland. Twenty one miles long and nine miles wide, Lefkas is divided by the towering spine of Mount Stavratos, so that each corner of the island has its own character. To the north, windswept dunes and ruined fortresses; to the west, magnificent beaches of perfect sand beneath steep limestone cliffs; the east, more sheltered, with honey-coloured beaches stretching as far as the eye can see. Georgeous countryside dotted LEFKAS with villages and crooked LEFKAS backstreets with multiTOWN AGIOS IOANNIS FANEROMENI coloured houses in TSOUKOULADES Lefkas town complete AGIOS NIKITAS ASPROYERAKATA a magical picture. KATHISMA
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LIGIA KATOUNA LAZARATA PIGADISANI KALAMITSI KARIA ALEXANDROS NIKIANA EXANTHIA
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SPARTI ISLAND SKORPITHI ISLAND SKORPIOS ISLAND
VLICHO DESSIMI
SIVROS AGIOS PETROS
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Villa Kyparissi
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WiFi
Periyali | Sleeps 2 ■ Early Booking Offer
With its own swimming-pool, this is a sunny, contemporary 1-bedroom villa on two floors with views towards the Greek mainland and the small islands of Skorpios and Meganissi. Peaceful and stocked with modern conveniences, the villa is ideal for couples seeking comfortable relaxation. The villa shares a drive-way with Villa Ambelina (approx.70 metres away) on a quiet but steep lane that leads to the mountains. It is close to the small village of Periyali and its pebble beach and minimarket, and a 5 minute drive from Nidri and 25 minutes from Lefkas Town.
Accommodation: Ground floor: one open-plan room consisting of a compact fullyfitted kitchen, lounge/diner; toilet. Sea-facing terrace and pool terrace with swim-up bar. Spiral stairs lead to a double bedroom (4-poster bed) with en suite bathroom (shower). Sea-facing balcony. Facilities: Air-conditioning throughout; satellite TV; CD/DVD player; iPod docking station; WiFI; washing machine; microwave; hairdryer; safety deposit box; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 8.75m x 4.25m & depth 0.80m – 1.5m Amenities: A three minute drive brings you to the area of Periyiali and the lovely Passa pebble beach, a couple of tavernas and a mini market with bakery. A short drive further along the coastal road brings you to Nidri where you will find an array of restaurants, café bars and excursion boats. ATM machines & pharmacy. Boat hire and water sports available.
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Villa Ambelina
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WiFi
Periyali | Sleeps 2– 4 ■ Early Booking Offer
Located on a quiet hillside lane leading into the mountains, this modern, light and spacious 2-bedroom villa with its own pool has panoramic views to the islands of Skorpios, Madouri and Meganissi. The villa is on a single level and has a sea-facing terrace and a pool terrace with a swim-up bar. The double bedroom boasts a 4-poster bed. The village of Periyali with its shingle beach, couple of tavernas and minimarket is 2 minutes drive away, while Nidri is a 5 minutes drive and Lefkas Town 25 minutes. Restful and rural, the villa shares a drive with Villa Kyparissi, approximately 70 metres away.
Accommodation: One double bedroom with en suite bathroom (bath). Doors to front terrace; One twin bedroom with French windows to side patio; open-plan room with fully-fitted kitchen, lounge/diner. Lounge opens to pool area; shower room and toilet. Facilities: Air-conditioning throughout; satellite TV/DVD and CD player; i-pod docking station; WiFi; washing machine; microwave; hair dryer; Gas barbecue; safety deposit box. Private swimming pool: 8.50m x 4.75m & depth 0.80m – 1.5m Amenities: A three minute drive brings you to the area of Periyiali and the lovely Passa pebble beach, a couple of tavernas and a mini market with bakery. A short drive further along the coastal road brings you to Nidri where you will find an array of restaurants, café bars and excursion boats. ATM machines & pharmacy. Boat hire and water sports available.
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View of Nidri
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Villa Helidona
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At Paliokatouna | Sleeps 2 – 10
A little-used country road from Nidri climbs a hillside of olives and citrus groves to reach this small village. Villa Helidona is a unique, recently built but traditional-looking stone house located above the village road between Paliokatouna and Neochori. The property offers stunning views over the sea to the islands of Scorpios, Scorpithi, Meganissi and Lefkas and the outside areas include two pergolas to provide protection from the sun as well as a shaded play area for children.
Accommodation: ground floor: open plan hall, living area and large well equipped modern kitchen; cloakroom/WC;one twin bedroom (linkable beds) with en suite shower room. Marble staircase to: First floor: one double/twin bedroom with en suite shower rooms; one double/twin bedroom with en suite shower rooms and access to extensive balconies; one double and one twin bedroom which share a shower room. Facilities: air-conditioning throughout; TV/DVD & CD player; washing machine; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 8m x 7m, depth 1.2m – 1.5m Amenities: Taverna at Paliokatouna village is a downhill walk of five minutes. Nidri, a ten minute drive, has a varied selection of shops, tavernas and bars, watersports centre and boat hire.
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Villa Katerina
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Near Geni | Sleeps 2 – 6 ■ Early Booking Offer
Villa Katerina will appeal to those who are looking for a comfortable, peaceful and private villa overlooking the sea and just a two minute walk to a waterfront taverna and a five minute drive to a beach. The villa is on a hillside of olive groves overlooking Vlicho Bay and the island’s interior mountain range. Tall pine trees to the east of the villa provide morning shade and the pool terrace captures the sun from midday until late evening. Views of the sun setting behind the mountain peaks can be dramatic. Villa Katerina has modern comforts and facilities. The sitting room opens out on to an attractive dining terrace with steps down to the pool terrace, a barbecue area and a small garden of roses and bougainvillaea.
Accommodation: ground floor of open-plan sitting room, dining area and kitchen (with microwave) leading to sea-facing terrace; cloakroom. First floor of two double bedrooms and one twin room, each with en suite bathroom (one with a bath and two with shower). Facilities: air-conditioning in bedrooms; WiFi; TV/DVD & CD player; microwave; washing machine; iPod docking station; mosquito screens on all windows; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 8 x 4m & depth 0.80m – 1.8m; shower. Amenities: the small village of Geni has four waterfront tavernas, the nearest being a two minute walk and the furthest a ten minute walk. A hired boat can be moored at the Geni waterfront. A larger selection of shops and tavernas can be found in Nidri, a ten minute drive to the opposite side of Vlicho Bay. Dessimi beach is a drive of five minutes and has three beach front tavernas. NB: Steps connect each level of the property and the villa is not therefore recommended for toddlers or anyone with mobility problems.
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Villa Yesemi
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Near Sivota | Sleeps 2 – 3 ■ Early Booking Offer
From the port of Sivota, at the tip of Lefkas’ south east coast, a two kilometre track leads through coastal olive groves to five villas. Yesemi stands on the uppermost hillside terrace of olive trees above the other villas and is therefore not overlooked. Uninterrupted views from the balcony and infinity pool reveal a coastline of olive groves, the entrance to Sivota Bay, the islands of Meganissi, Kastos, Arkoudi, and Ithaca, the mountains of the Greek mainland and passing fishing boats and yachts – truly panoramic.
Accommodation: open-plan design of bedroom with double bed, sitting and dining (with sofa bed) and kitchen area (with dishwasher and microwave) leading to large, shady balcony; bathroom with shower.
A modern, chic, private and romantic retreat surrounded by landscape terraces of colourful plants and shrubs.
Private swimming pool: 8m x 4.5m & depth 1m – 1.8m
Facilities: air-conditioning throughout; TV/DVD & CD player; washing machine; safe; barbecue. Amenities: Sivota, a five minute drive away, has two supermarkets, a variety of waterfront tavernas and café bars and boat hire. Beaches can be found five kilometres north, below Poros, or at Vasiliki, five kilometres away on the west coast, where there are dinghy sailing and windsurfing facilities. Porto Katsiki with its beautiful stretch of sandy beach is a drive of forty minutes.
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Afteli beach on the south coast
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Villa Constantina
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Near Sivota | Sleeps 2 – 6
The sheltered bay and pretty harbour of Sivota lies near the tip of Lefkas on the south east coast. A two kilometre track leads from Sivota through the coastal olive groves to the hillside position of Villa Constantina. Villa Constantina is in a secluded position and has dramatic views to the entrance of Sivota Bay, Lefkas’ mountainous coastline and across the sea to the islands of Meganissi, Kastos, Arkoudi, Ithaca and Kefalonia. Modern, comfortable interiors open to balconies and terraces with separate barbecue and dining areas.
Accommodation: ground floor of an open-plan sitting room, dining and kitchen area (with dishwasher); one twin bedroom; bathroom with shower. First floor of two double bedrooms, each with en suite bathroom with shower. Facilities: air-conditioning throughout; TV/DVD & CD player; washing machine; barbecue; iPod docking station. Private swimming pool: 10m x 4m & depth 0.50m – 2m Amenities: Sivota, a five minute drive away, has two supermarkets, four café bars, a variety of waterfront tavernas and boat hire. Beaches can be found five kilometres north, below Poros, or at Vasiliki, five kilometres away on the west coast, where there are dinghy sailing and windsurfing facilities.
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Villa Eleonora
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Near Sivota | Sleeps 2 – 6 ■ Early Booking Offer
Villa Eleonora is a modern and stylishly furnished home amongst olives groves with views to the entrance of Sivota Bay, Lefkas’ mountainous coastline and across the sea to the islands of Meganissi, Kastos, Arkoudi, Ithaca and Kefalonia. Comfortable interiors open to balconies and terraces with separate barbecue and dining areas. Situated on the south east coast, a two kilometre tracks leads from the pretty harbour of Sivota through the olive groves to the Eleonora's hillside position.
Accommodation: ground floor of an open-plan sitting room, dining and kitchen area (with dishwasher); one twin bedroom; bathroom with shower. First floor of one double bedroom and en suite bathroom with shower; one twin bedroom and en suite bathroom with bath. Facilities: air-conditioning throughout; TV/DVD & CD player; washing machine; barbecue; pergola covered outside eating area; iPod docking station. Private swimming pool: 10m x 4m & depth 0.50m – 2m Amenities: Sivota, a five minute drive away, has two supermarkets, a variety of waterfront tavernas and boat hire. Beaches can be found five kilometres north, below Poros, or at Vasiliki, five kilometres away on the west coast, where there are windsurfing facilities.
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Villa Milos
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1
Kavalos | Sleeps 2 â– Early Booking Offer
A stylishly renovated old windmill with its own private swimming pool, Villa Milos is a unique property, carefully finished in traditional stone and with handcrafted furnishings. A very special ambience is created by the comforting roundness of the rooms. On the edge of the sleepy village of Kavalos, surrounded by vineyards, it stands within a walled-in garden with spectacular views across green valleys and rolling hills, with Lefkas town itself on the horizon. The larger village of Lazarata, with a minimarket and a couple of excellent taverna, is 2 kms away, while Lefkas town and the coastal regions to the east and west are a 20 minute drive.
Accommodation: Ground floor: front terrace; open-plan sitting room; fully-fitted kitchen; bathroom with shower. First floor: One double bedroom. Facilities: Pedestal fans in both bedrooms; washing machine; TV; DVD player. Private swimming pool: 22sq m & depth 1.65m throughout Amenities: The village of Kavalos only has a cafĂŠ neon but a 5 minute drive away is the larger village of Lazarata which has two bakeries, a village store, post office, pharmacy a supermarket, three cafes and a taverna. It is a twenty minute drive to the bustling main town and marina of Lefkas which has an abundance of amenities. The beaches of the west coast and Agios Ioannis are also a drive of twenty minutes.
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Villa Katia
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3
WiFi
Tsoukoulades | Sleeps 2-8
Ten minutes from the spectacular beaches of the west coast, the farming village of Tsoukoulades lies amongst a beautiful, unspoilt landscape of cypress and olives. The sleepy village has several tavernas, a caféneion and a supermarket. Villa Katia sits privately and peacefully, half a kilometre above the village. The villa faces west across terraces of olive and cypress to the sea, and out to the island of Anti Paxos and the mountains of the mainland beyond. Sunsets are spectacular.
Accommodation: Ground floor of an open-plan sitting room, dining area and kitchen (with dishwasher); one double bedroom; shower room. First floor of one double bedroom and en suite bathroom with Jacuzzi bath; two twin bedrooms; bathroom with shower. Facilities: air-conditioning throughout; mosquito screens on all windows and doors; satellite TV/DVD & CD player; washing machine; dishwasher; hairdryer; iPod docking station; barbeque. Private swimming pool: 8m x 4m & depth 1.1m – 1.9m Amenities: the nearby village of Tsoukoulades is a two minute drive away. Agios Nikitas and the sandy beaches of Kathisma and Milos are a drive of fifteen minutes to the south.
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LEFKAS LEFKAS TOWN
Villa Maria
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2
Near Lefkas Town | Sleeps 2 – 6 ■ Early Booking Offer
Two kilometres outside of the capital of Lefkas and just a fifteen minute stroll from the beach lies Villa Maria. Named after its lady owner, Maria is a bright, modern property set in a rural olive grove on the outskirts of town. Furnished with elegant Italian furniture, the villa has all the luxuries of a modern family home. The Villa’s close proximity to Aghios Ioannis beach, one of the most beautiful beaches on the island, makes it an ideal base for families, couples and water sports enthusiasts. Maria will also appeal to those that want a holiday without the need for a car.
Accommodation: large open plan sitting room with sofa beds, dining area and kitchen (with dishwasher); one double bedroom and one twin bedroom both with en suite bathroom with shower; separate room with jacuzzi. Facilities: air-conditioning throughout; satellite TV; home cinema system CD player; hair drier; dishwasher; washing machine; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 7 x 4 metres & depth 0.8 – 1.4 metres Amenities: a supermarket is three hundred metres away; Agios Ioannis beach and a beach cafe bar are just fifteen minutes walk away and a taverna a further ten minutes walk; Lefkas town, with a good selection of shops and tavernas is just a twenty minute walk away. Bike hire available locally.
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Agios Ioannis beach
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Meganissi Tiny, quiet and secluded, Meganissi is the gentlest of antidotes to the bustle of our usual lives.
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Villa Aleka
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3
Near Spartohori | Sleeps 2 – 6 ■ Early Booking Offer
Villa Aleka is just a five minute walk from the small and sleepy hilltop village of Spartohori, with its narrow streets of cobblestone and whitewashed houses bordered by flowers. The Villa stands privately on a hillside terrace of olive groves with beautiful views to the rooftops of Spartohori village and across Spilia Bay to the open sea and the Greek mainland. This is a modern, spacious villa with sea-facing balconies and terraces surrounded by colourful gardens. A ten minute walk from the village takes one down to the little port of Spilia. Spilia’s waterfront has two tavernas and leads to a sheltered beach backed by olive groves. As the port of Spilia is so close, we would thoroughly recommend the hire of a boat with an outboard engine to explore the many beaches which can only be reached by sea. 116 G I C – T H E V I L L A C O L L E C T I O N
Accommodation: ground floor of an open-plan sitting room, dining and kitchen area (with dishwasher & microwave); two twin bedrooms, each with en suite bathroom with shower. First floor of one double bedroom, en suite bathroom with bath and shower. All bedrooms with balcony/terrace. Facilities: air-conditioning in all bedrooms; TV/DVD & CD player; washing machine; mosquito screens to windows; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 10m x 5m & depth 0.80m – 1.6m with Jacuzzi section. Amenities: Spartohori village has three small minimarkets and five restaurants (three traditional and two pizzeria). A hired boat can be moored at Spilia port.
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Villa Eleni
3
3
Near Spartohori | Sleeps 2 – 6 ■ Early Booking Offer
Five minute’s walk from the delightful, small village of Spartohori stands Villa Eleni nestled privately on its hillside terrace. There are excellent views from the terrace over the charming streets and houses of Spartohori, across the bay and to the Greek mainland. The little port of Spilia, with two tavernas, is only a ten minute walk as is a sheltered beach behind the olive groves. Many other beaches can only be reached by sea so we recommend guests hire a small boat with outboard motor in order to explore. Eleni is a sister villa to Villa Aleka and in a similar position, though each villa is private and does not encroach on the other.
Accommodation: ground floor of an open-plan sitting room, dining and kitchen area (with dishwasher & microwave); two twin bedrooms, each with en suite bathroom with shower. First floor of one double bedroom, en suite bathroom with bath and shower. All bedrooms with balcony or terrace. Facilities: air-conditioning in all bedrooms; TV/DVD & CD player; washing machine; mosquito screens to windows; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 10m x 5m & depth 0.80m – 1.6m with Jacuzzi section. Amenities: Spartohori village has three small minimarkets and five restaurants (three traditional and two pizzeria). A hired boat can be moored at Spilia port.
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Lower villa
The Limonari Villas
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2
At Limonari | 2 villas each sleeping 2 – 3 & 1 villa sleeping 2 – 5 ■ Early Booking Offer
A narrow road of one kilometre winds its way down a hillside of olive groves from the sleepy island capital of Katomeri to the beautifully clear sea at Limonari on Meganissi’s south-east coast. Just a few metres away from the sea and two small beaches, the Limonari Villas look out to the island of Kalamos, the mountains of the Greek mainland and along Meganissi’s east coast. Set on separate levels of the hillside, each of the three villas has a large sea-facing pool terrace with stunning, uninterrupted views. The pool areas do not overlook another. These are some of our best selling properties. A small, secluded beach is a one minute walk away and a larger beach is a three minute walk away. Katomeri, a drive of five minutes, has a bakery and taverna. Vathy is a drive of ten minutes and has three supermarkets, four waterside tavernas, a pizzeria and ouzeri. 118 G I C – T H E V I L L A C O L L E C T I O N
Accommodation: Villa 1 (top hillside terrace) has one twin bedroom and two bathrooms; Villa 2 (middle hillside terrace) has one double and one twin bedroom and two en suite bathrooms; Villa 3 (lower hillside terrace) has one double bedroom and two bathrooms. Each villa has an open-plan sitting room (with sofa bed), dining area and kitchen (with dishwasher and microwave). Facilities: each villa has air conditioning throughout; flat screen TV/DVD & CD player; washing machine; safe; mosquito screens to all windows; barbecue. Private swimming pool: each villa’s pool is 8m x 4m & depth 0.85m – 1.7m
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Ithaca Relatively untouched by tourism because it has no airport and can only be reached by ferry, Ithaca remains a perfect destination for a relaxed holiday amidst timeless beauty.
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IONIAN ISLANDS ITHACA
The legendary island of Odysseus, Ithaca is strangely one of the least known. Narrow and gently mountainous, with spectacular views, it has 100 kilometres of coastline. Surrounded by green crystal waters that lap against white-pebbled beaches, Ithaca is dotted with tiny fishing villages, where the sight of the returning boats in the shimmering dusk is unforgettable – along with the morning smell of freshly baked bread and the tinkling sound of distant goat bells. In the convivial taverna of the harbours at Kioni and Frikes, excellent local produce tempts the palate. The geography of the island lends itself to exploration both on foot and by boat, and soon you will understand why the poet Cavafy advised: “Have Ithaca always in your mind. Your arrival there is what you are destined for.”
AFALES BAY
ITHACA N
EXOGHI FRIKES PLATRITHIA KIONI
STAVROS
BAY OF POLIS
ANOGHI MT. NIRITOS 806 m
LEFKI AGIOS YANNIS
VATHY PISO AETOS
PERACHORI
PALEOCHORA ARETHUSA’S FOUNTAIN
Kioni Bay
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IONIAN ISLANDS ITHACA Frikes
Vathy
Frikes
Abounding with legends, Ithaca provides the discerning traveller with traditional fishing villages, lush landscapes and crystal waters. Still unspoilt, the island can be explored by foot or by boat. Kioni
Frikes
Vathy
The entrance to Kioni harbour is overlooked by three old windmills, and from here one sees the old village houses dotted on the hillsides behind the little port. The water is clear and there are four beaches within the bay itself, all with views across to the pastel coloured houses and surrounding olive groves.
The sheltered bay of Frikes, a few miles north of Kioni, holds a cluster of beaches and a small village waterfront of two supermarkets, one cafénion and five tavernas. A small marina accommodates visiting yachts and the ferry to Lefkas and Kefalonia whilst the fishing and hire boats jostle for position at the waterfront beach.
Vathy, the capital port of Ithaca, has a beautiful horseshoe waterfront of houses overlooking a magnificent bay, flanked by green hillsides. The port and narrow backstreets have a good selection of shops, tavernas and bars and boat hire is available to visit nearby beaches
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Frikes waterfront
ITHACA KIONI
Costa’s House
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1
At Kioni | Sleeps 2 – 6 ■ Early Booking Offer
A flight of one hundred steps leads from the Kioni waterfront to Costa’s House, set in a private, hillside position above the bay. Each bedroom opens out on to a private balcony with dramatic views across Kioni Bay and the sitting room leads to a large verandah (with pergola) for dining and relaxing above the sea. Costa’s House enjoys a special position to watch the activities of the small port, but not to be seen. Conveniently close to the activities of Kioni’s waterfront yet enjoys private seclusion.
Accommodation: ground floor of sitting room; dining room; kitchen (with microwave); washroom. First floor of one double bedroom and two twin bedrooms; bathroom with bath and shower. Facilities: CD player; washing machine. Amenities: waterfront tavernas and shops; beaches on the other side of the bay. A hired boat can be moored in the harbour.
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Georgakis House
2
1
At Kioni | Sleeps 2 – 4 ■ Early Booking Offer
Georgakis House is one of the traditional village houses, which line the Kioni waterfront and enjoy superb and unobstructed views across the bay. The large sitting room leads out on to a balcony overlooking the waterfront: an entertaining vantage point to survey the comings and goings of yachts below and the smaller fishing boats in the port itself. To the rear of the house is a terrace, bordered by fruit trees of pomegranate and lemon.
Accommodation: one double bedroom and one twin bedroom; sitting room with sea-facing balcony; kitchen; bathroom with bath and shower. Facilities: bedroom ceiling fans; CD player; Microwave. Amenities: waterfront tavernas and shops; beaches on other side of the bay. A hired boat can be moored in the harbour.
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Hilltop House
3
1
At Kioni | Sleeps 2 – 5 ■ Early Booking Offer
The ten to fifteen minute walk from Kioni waterfront to the Hilltop House is steep in parts but will reward the escapist. Views from the large, private verandah over Kioni Bay, toward the islands of Atokos, Arkoudi, Meganisi and Lefkas and the Greek mainland, are outstanding. Grapevines cover half the verandah to offer shade from the midday sun. The pool terrace, bordered by lemon, olive and pine trees, provides views along the hillside of the remains of old stone houses. A traditional island home.
Accommodation: one double bedroom; one twin bedroom; one single bedroom; open-plan sitting room, kitchen and dining area with French windows opening onto the Sea-facing verandah; bathroom with shower. Facilities: ceiling fans in sitting room; CD player; Microwave. Private swimming pool: 7m x 4m & depth 0.60m – 1.7m Amenities: waterfront tavernas, And shops; beaches on one side of the bay. A hired boat can be moored at Kioni.
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ITHACA KIONI
General view of Kioni
Kaliopi Apartment
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1
At Kioni | Sleeps 2 ■ Early Booking Offer
Kaliopi is set back from the little village street and is just a minute’s walk away from the waterfront. Two verandahs provide both sun and shade throughout the day with views across olive and citrus groves and over village rooftops to Kioni Bay and the olive-clad hillsides. Accommodation: open-plan sitting room and kitchen area; one twin bedroom with French windows to back verandah; bathroom with bath and shower. Facilities: air-conditioning in bedroom; CD player. Amenities: waterfront tavernas, shops; beaches on one side of the bay. A hired boat can be moored in the harbour.
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House Of Phoebe
3
1
At Kioni | Sleeps 2 – 6 ■ Early Booking Offer
Phoebe is a large, traditional island house which has been converted with care to produce a beautiful private home. From its hillside position, about ten minutes’ walk away from Kioni waterfront, the house’s large flagstoned verandah (shaded by an almond and eucalyptus tree) and balcony provide spectacular views across silver olive trees and Kioni Bay. Bathing can be enjoyed either in Kioni Bay or from several beaches on the other side of the hill towards Frikes. There is a general store at the top of the hill which is within a ten minute walk.
Accommodation: open-plan sitting room, dining and kitchen area; two twin bedrooms (one with balcony); one double bedroom with balcony; bathroom with shower. Facilities: ceiling fans in bedrooms; CD player; washing machine; Microwave. Amenities: waterfront tavernas and shops; beaches on one side of the bay. A hired boat can be moored at the harbour.
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ITHACA KIONI
Lorenzo’s House
2
1
At Kioni | Sleeps 2 – 4 ■ Early Booking Offer
Lorenzo’s House is in the hilltop hamlet of Rachi above Kioni and has one of the best vantage positions with magnificent views across the sea to the islands of Lefkas, Meganissi, Atokos, Kastos, Arkoudi and the Greek mainland. The bedrooms and the sitting room, with high vaulted ceiling, lead to sea-facing terraces bordered by jasmine, lavender, olive and lemon trees. Lorenzo’s House is owned by an architect from Rome who has redesigned the interiors to create a beautiful home.
Accommodation: one double bedroom and one twin bedroom leading to side terrace; open-plan sitting room, dining and kitchen area leading to sea-facing terrace; bathroom with shower; laundry room. Facilities: CD player; washing machine; barbecue. Amenities: the port of Kioni is just a two minute drive away and Frikes is a drive of ten minutes. The hamlet of Rachi has one minimarket, a walk of two minutes from the house. The beach of Mavrounas is a drive of two minutes downhill and is close to the fishermen’s church of Agios Ioannis.
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Beach below Raches
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ITHACA KIONI
Petrino House
3
1
Near Frikes | Sleeps 2 – 5 ■ Early Booking Offer
Reached by a small country lane, which cuts through the valley of olive groves behind the little port of Frikes, Petrino House provides total privacy but is just a short distance from the waterfront shops and tavernas. A beautifully restored home, Petrino is set in mature and colourful gardens of bougainvillaea, jasmine and citrus trees with a series of stone terraces to relax and escape from the world outside. Whitewashed interiors are comfortably and artistically finished and contain a delightful display of antiques. This is a charming and peaceful retreat.
Accommodation: open-plan sitting room, dining and kitchen area leading to garden terraces; one double bedroom with ceiling fan and one twin bedroom; bathroom with shower. Narrow spiral staircase down to single bedroom. Facilities: satellite TV/DVD & CD player; mosquito screens on all windows; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 6m x 3.5m & depth 0.90m – 1.4m Amenities: Frikes is just over one kilometre away. There are many beaches just outside Frikes on the way to Kioni. The slightly larger inland village of Stavros is two and a half kilometres away. A hired boat can be moored in Frikes Harbour.
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Vathy
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The Lefki Villas
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2
Near Agios Yannis Beach | 3 villas each sleeping 2 – 4 ■ Early Booking Offer
A small road leads down from the small village of Lefki, perched up high on Ithaca’s west coast, to the clear waters of Agios Yannis beach. Set back from this beach road, each of the Lefki Villas is set privately on a separate hillside terrace surrounded by olive groves. The views from each villa are over the silver olives and across the channel between Ithaca and Kefalonia, whose forested hillsides form a theatrical backdrop for the setting sun. The twinkling lights of Kefalonia’s north coast villages enhance the theatrical effect. These villas are modern, with contemporary and comfortable furnishings. Each individual, surrounding villa terrace incorporates pool and barbecue areas which are private from the other villas and provide sun and shade.
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Accommodation: two villas have open-plan sitting room, dining and fully equipped kitchen areas; one double bedroom and en suite bathroom with shower; staircase to a mezzanine floor of one twin bedroom and en suite bathroom with shower. The third villa has the same accommodation but all on one level. Facilities: air-conditioning; satellite TV/DVD & CD player; washing machine; barbecue. Private swimming pool: each villa’s pool is 7m x 4m & depth 1.6m Amenities: the village of Stavros, with shops and tavernas, is four kilometres away. Agios Yannis beach is a drive of five minutes and from here there are a series of paths to reach other smaller beaches.
A Lefki Villa pool
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ITHACA FRIKES
Villa Appagio
3
2
Near Vathy | Sleeps 2 – 5 ■ Early Booking Offer
The local word ‘Appagio’ means a peaceful recluse. From Vathy a road winds its way south through a beautiful, undulating landscape with only a very few houses and dramatic views to the sea. This southern part of Ithaca produces most of the island's wine and hillsides show off an attractive patchwork of vineyards, olive groves and pine forest. Two and a half kilometres along the Vathy road, lies Villa Appagio Set in private gardens of olive, pear, lemon and fig trees with pool and barbecue terraces bordered by roses, Villa Appagio is a peaceful retreat with gentle views over olive-clad hillsides to the sea.
Accommodation: open-plan sitting room, dining and kitchen area; one double bedroom and one twin bedroom; bathroom with bath and shower. Terrace leading to pool and gardens. Staircase down to one single bedroom (without aircon), with en suite bathroom with shower leading to separate garden. Facilities: air-conditioning throughout (except for single bedroom); satellite TV/DVD & CD player; washing machine; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 8m x 5m & depth 1.0m – 1.5m Amenities: Vathy and its good selection of tavernas, bars and shops and boat hire is a drive of ten minutes. The pretty beach of Filiatro is a 15 minute drive from the villa. A hired boat can be moored in Vathy Harbour.
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Villa Helena
2
1
Near Vathy | Sleeps 2 – 5 ■ Early Booking Offer
Travelling south from the port of Vathy one soon discovers a beautiful, undulating landscape with only a very few houses and dramatic views to the sea. This southern part of Ithaca produces most of the island's wine and hillsides show off an attractive patchwork of vineyards, olive groves and pine forest. A ten minute drive from Vathy leads to a small country lane, which ends at the mountain top village of Perachori. Villa Helena is set back on a hillside below this country lane. This modern villa, set in terraced gardens, has a private, countrified location and has unobstructed views over a valley of vineyards and olive groves and across the sea to the Greek mainland.
Accommodation: first floor entrance to open-plan sitting room, dining and kitchen area leading to a sea-facing balcony; cloakroom. Stairs to lower floor of one double bedroom and one twin bedroom both leading to a covered sea-view pool terrace; bathroom with bath and shower. Facilities: air-conditioning throughout; satellite TV/DVD & CD player; washing machine; mosquito screens to windows; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 8m x 4m & depth 1.0m – 1.6m Amenities: Vathy and its good selection of tavernas, bars and shops and boat hire is a drive of ten minutes. The pretty beach ofFiliatro is a 15 minute drive from the villa.
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Kefalonia Both “the jewel” and the largest of the Ionian islands, Kefalonia combines countless beaches with dramatic scenery under an achingly blue sky.
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Myrtos beach
Agia Efimia
Lying opposite the mouth of the Gulf of Corinth and just sixty miles south of Paxos, Kefalonia is ringed with countless bays and inlets. There are beaches of spectacular white coral, while on the south coast the beaches are of fine golden sand that shelve gently under an aquamarine sea, making them perfect for children. Elsewhere, subterranean lakes, stalactite-encrusted caverns and marine turtles wait to be discovered. Thanks to a good road network, the island lends itself to easy exploration. Venetian fortresses and Byzantine churches, underground Mycenean tombs dating from 1200BC, a ruined Roman villa with dazzling mosaics, precipitous mountain communities, a host of small fishing villages and the unique Kefalonia Firs jostle for attention. AFALES BAY
FISCARDO EXOGHI Towering above at 1627m, Mount EVRETI ALATIES FRIKES PLATRITHIA Aenos looks down MANGANOS KIONI KATSERATA STAVROS upon a luxurious BAY OF KEFALONIA VASSILIKADES POLIS ANOGHI landscape of pine, MT. NIRITOS AGIOS SPIRIDON 806 m ASSOS AGIOS YANNIS olive, cypress, MYRTOS orange, lemon and VATHY grape, imbued with AGIA EFIMIA the heady scent of wild lavender. ITHACA KARAVOLIMOS
SAMI
HALIOTATA LIXOURI
ARGOSTOLI LASSI
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MAKRIS YALOS
VARDIANA ISLAND MINIES AIRPORT
LAKITHRA MT. AENOS 1625 m
POROS
SVORONATA
KARAVADOS AVITHOS
SPARTIA TRAPEZAKI AGIA HELIS LOURDAS KATELIOS
SCALA
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Villa Dina
3
2
WiFi
At Kaligata | Sleeps 2 – 6 ■ Early Booking Offer
The peaceful village of Kaligata lies close to the foothills of Mount Aenos, just inland from the sandy coastline of southern Kefalonia. The village is quietly residential with no tavernas or bars, these can be found in nearby villages within a 5 minute drive. Kaligata is well known for its well kept gardens. Villa Dina is a stylishly furnished, modern property, situated on the edge of the village. Views from the private pool terraces are over plains of olive groves and cypress trees to the sea. Sunsets are dramatic. The villa has shaded terraces above the pool areas and a separate barbecue and dining area, bordered by a lawn. Argostoli, the colourful and bustling capital is a 15 minute drive away and offers a good selection of shops and restaurants.
Accommodation: open-plan sitting room, dining and kitchen area (with dishwasher); leading to sea facing terrace; one double bedroom and two twin bedrooms, both leading to sea facing terraces; two bathrooms each with shower. Facilities: air-conditioning in sitting room and all bedrooms; satellite TV/DVD & CD player; washing machine; mosquito screens on all windows; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 9m x 5m & depth 1m – 1.80m Amenities: Avithos is the nearest beach, one and a half kilometres away – a drive of five minutes, and has a long stretch of sand, safe swimming for children, two tavernas, a mini-market and a simple beach bar. Svoronata, about half a kilometre away, has a good selection of tavernas.
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Villa Ares
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2
Near Spartia | Sleeps 2 – 6 ■ Early Booking Offer
Villa Ares stands on a hillside terrace of olive groves and cypress trees overlooking the sea on the secluded headland of Cape Liakas, a ten minute drive from the sleepy village of Spartia. Dramatic views take in the forested coastline towards Lourdas Bay, across the sea to the island of Zakynthos and up to Mount Aenos. Villa Ares has no immediate neighbours - the closest villa is on an upper hillside terrace, five hundred metres away. The villa has an uninterrupted sea view. A drive of 2 minutes down a steep track leads to a series of flat rocks by the sea. The villa has stylish and comfortable furnishings, large terraces, colourful gardens, outside dining areas and a gazebo.
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Accommodation: open-plan sitting room, dining and kitchen area with microwave; one double bedroom, en suite bathroom with shower and Jacuzzi bath; two twin bedrooms; bathroom with shower and Jacuzzi bath. Facilities: air-conditioning throughout; satellite TV/DVD & CD player; washing machine; mosquito screens on all windows; safe; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 9m x 5m & depth 1.2 – 1.6m Amenities: nearby Spartia village has two minimarkets and one taverna. Three more tavernas, two specialising in locally caught fish, are close to Spartia’s beautiful sandy beach. Watersports are available at Lassi, a twenty minute drive.
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Villa Zeus
3
2
Near Spartia | Sleeps 2 – 6 ■ Early Booking Offer
Villa Zeus has a private hilltop position at Cape Liakas and looks up to Mount Aenos and down over the surrounding valleys of olive groves and across the sea to the island of Zakynthos. The little village of Spartia is a five minute drive and there is a beautiful sandy beach a short distance from the village. Villa Zeus offers privacy in spacious grounds with spectacular views out to sea. Modern, comfortably furnished and well equipped the villa provides peaceful seclusion.
Accommodation: ground floor of an open-plan sitting room and kitchen; cloakroom. First floor of two double bedrooms; one twin bedroom and en suite bathroom with shower; bathroom with shower. Facilities: air-conditioning throughout; washing machine; satellite TV/DVD & CD player; safe; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 10m x 5m & depth 1.1m – 1.9m Amenities: nearby Spartia village has two minimarkets and one taverna. Three more tavernas, are close to the beach below. Trapezaki beach is a drive of twenty minutes as is Argostoli, the island’s capital. Watersports are available at Lassi, a twenty minute drive.
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Villa Helios
3
2
Near Spartia | Sleeps 2 – 6
Only five minutes drive from the village of Spartia, Villa Helios stands on a hilltop at Cape Liakas, looking up to Mount Aenos and down over the surrounding valleys of olive groves. Set in private and spacious grounds Helios has spectacular views across the sea to the island of Zakynthos. A modern, comfortably furnished and well equipped villa and providing peaceful seclusion with ample areas for shade.
Accommodation: ground floor of an open-plan sitting room and kitchen; cloakroom. First floor of two double bedrooms; one twin bedroom and en suite bathroom with shower; bathroom with shower. Facilities: air-conditioning throughout; washing machine; satellite TV/DVD & CD player; safe; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 10m x 5m & depth 1.1m – 1.9m
A beach near Spartia
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Amenities: nearby Spartia village has two minimarkets and one taverna. Three more tavernas are close to the beach below. Trapezaki beach is a drive of twenty minutes as is Argostoli, the island’s capital. Watersports are available at Lassi, a twenty minute drive.
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Villa Hephaestus
3
2
Near Spartia | Sleeps 2 – 6 ■ Early Booking Offer
Villa Hephaestus stands on a hillside terrace of olive groves and cypress trees overlooking the sea on the secluded headland of Cape Liakas, a ten minute drive from the sleepy village of Spartia. Dramatic views are to the the forested coastline towards Lourdas Bay, across the sea to the island of Zakynthos and up to Mount Aenos. Hephaestus has no immediate neighbours – the closest villa is on a lower hillside terrace, five hundred metres away. The villa has an uninterrupted sea view. A two minute drive down a steep track brings you to the sea and swimming of flat rocks. Hephaestus has contemporary furniture, large terraces, colourful gardens, outside dining areas and a gazebo with panoramic views.
Accommodation: open-plan sitting room, dining and kitchen area with microwave; one double bedroom, en suite bathroom with shower and Jacuzzi bath; two twin bedrooms; bathroom with shower and Jacuzzi bath. Facilities: air-conditioning throughout; satellite TV/DVD & CD player; washing machine; mosquito screens on all windows; safe; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 9m x 5m & depth 1.2 – 1.6m Amenities: nearby Spartia village has two minimarkets and one taverna. Three more tavernas, two specialising in locally caught fish, are close to Spartia’s sandy beach. Watersports are available at Lassi, a twenty minute drive.
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Villa Atlantis
3
3
WiFi
At Katelios | Sleeps 2 – 6 ■ Early Booking Offer
The small seaside village of Katelios, with its environmental centre for the protection of loggerhead turtles and other marine life, lies near the southeast tip of Kefalonia and borders a sandy beach with a good selection of waterfront tavernas, shops and café bars. Villa Atlantis is only 15 minutes walk from the beach and waterfront (slightly longer on the way back), and has views out over Katelios bay and onto Kaminia, the turtle nesting beach, a coastline of sand and across the sea to the island of Zakynthos. Located in the same area as Okeanis, Villa Atlantis offers a similar high standard of accommodation. It is unusual to find well equipped villas of this standard within walking distance of the beach and tavernas. Ideal for families with young children, Villa Atlantis could connect with Villa Okeanis for larger parties.
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Accommodation: ground floor of a sitting room; study; kitchen (with dishwasher and microwave) and dining area; shower and utility room. Stairs up to one double bedroom and two twin bedrooms, each with en suite shower room. Separate spa annexe. Facilities: air-conditioning in all bedrooms and sitting room; satellite TV/DVD & CD player; Wi-Fi; washing machine; barbecue. Private spa has sauna room and Jacuzzi hot tub (80 Euros per day if used). Private swimming pool: 9m x 5m & depth 1.1m – 1.7m Amenities: Katelios’ sandy beach is a 15 minute walk. The southern coastline offers a wide choice of sandy beaches, village tavernas and shops.
Villa Atlantis
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Villa Okeanis
3
3
WiFi
At Katelios | Sleeps 2 – 6 ■ Early Booking Offer
The fishing village of Katelios, with its environmental centre for the protection of loggerhead turtles and other marine life, borders a sandy beach with a good selection of waterfront tavernas, shops and café bars. Fresh fish is the speciality in the restaurants from the local fishing fleet’s daily catch. The slightly busier resort of Skala can be reached by car in ten minutes or by a short sea taxi ride and small motor boats may be hired in Katelios to explore the coastline. Only 15 minutes walk from the beach and waterfront (slightly longer on the way back), this well equipped villa is the ideal property for families and those looking for accommodation without the need for a car. Comfortably furnished with light, spacious and modern interiors leading out to a large pool terrace, Villa Okeanis can connect with Villa Atlantis for larger parties.
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Accommodation: ground floor of a sitting room; study; kitchen (with dishwasher and microwave) and dining area; shower and utility room. Stairs up to one double bedroom and two twin bedrooms, each with en suite shower room. Separate spa annexe. Facilities: air-conditioning in all bedrooms and sitting room; satellite TV/DVD & CD player; Wi-Fi; washing machine; barbecue. Private spa has sauna room and Jacuzzi hot tub (80 Euros per day if used). Private swimming pool: 9m x 5m & depth 1.1m – 1.7m Amenities: Katelios’ sandy beach is a 15 minute walk. The southern coastline offers a wide choice of sandy beaches, village tavernas and shops.
Katelios beach
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Trapezaki Villas
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1
WiFi
At Trapezaki | 4 villas each sleeping 2 – 3 ■ Early Booking Offer
A short drive south of Argostoli leads to a dramatic stretch of southern coastline. The slopes of Mount Aenos descend to the Robola vineyards, olive groves and tall cypress trees, and the beautiful beaches of Lourdas, Lithero, Agios Thomas and Trapezaki. It is rare to find one bedroom properties, each with pool, therefore making it more affordable for couples. The four Trapezaki Villas have a hillside location with mature colourful gadens, privacy and spectacular views from each pool terrace and shaded patio over olive groves, across the sea to the island of Zakynthos and along the immediate coastline. The Trapezaki Villas are ideally located and have been some of our best selling properties for many years.
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Accommodation: each villa has one twin bedroom (beds can be butted together); bathroom with separate shower; open-plan sitting room, with single sofa bed, and kitchen area. Facilities: air-conditioning; WiFi; TV/DVD; mosquito screens on windows. Private swimming pool: each villa’s pool is 8m x 5m & depth 1m – 1.8m Amenities: the sandy beach of Trapezaki and a family-run taverna are a fifteen minute walk away. A minimarket and a taverna are just a two minute walk away. Lourdas, with its sandy beach and six tavernas, is a drive of ten minutes.
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Villa Melissani
2
2
WiFi
At Karavomilos | Sleeps 2 – 5 ■ Early Booking Offer
Karavomilos is a small, seaside village on the east coast, between Sami and Agia Efimia. Visitors to the nearby, submerged Lake of Melissani will be shown the dramatic display of stalactites in a small boat rowed by Aristotelis, who is the owner of Villa Melissani. A track leads from the village to hillside terraces of olive groves. Villa Melissani is situated in total privacy amongst these olive groves, two hundred metres from the village and the sea. Surrounded by silver olives and green pine trees, views from the villa, across the sea to Ithaca, are stunning.
Accommodation: ground floor of an open-plan sitting room with sofa bed, dining and kitchen area (with dishwasher and microwave); cloakroom. First floor of one double bedroom, en suite bathroom with shower; one twin bedroom; bathroom with bath.
A modern, comfortable villa which will appeal to those looking for privacy yet a short walk from a selection of tavernas.
Private swimming pool: 8m x 4m & depth 1.2 – 1.9m
NB: Car hire recommended.
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Facilities: air-conditioning throughout; satellite TV/DVD & CD player; internet connection; mosquito screens to windows; washing machine; barbecue. Amenities: Karavomilos village has one taverna, two minimarkets, a bakery and a tennis court. The port of Sami is a drive of five minutes and Agia Efimia is a ten minute drive. The coastline in between offers many beaches and coves.
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Villa Marina
1
1
WiFi
At Karavomilos | Sleeps 2 – 4 ■ Early Booking Offer
The coastal road from Sami to Agia Efimia, on the east coast, passes through the seaside village of Karavomilos, bordered on each side by attractive beaches. A track of five hundred metres leads from the village inland to terraces of olive groves and Villa Marina. Surrounded by silver olives and dark green pines, the villa enjoys a peaceful, rural setting and privacy. Views from the wide bedroom balcony are over the tops of olive trees and across the sea to Ithaca. Views of Sami’s distant twinkling lights at night and a moonlit sea are beautiful. Stone walls enclose the villa's terraces and olive grove providing total privacy. NB: Car hire recommended.
Accommodation: ground floor of an open-plan sitting room with two sofa beds, dining and kitchen area (with dishwasher and microwave) opening on to a sea-facing terrace; cloakroom. Stairs to first floor of one double bedroom with terrace; bathroom with hydromassage bath and shower. Facilities: air-conditioning in bedroom; satellite TV/DVD & CD player; iPod docking station; washing machine; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 6.5m x 3.5m & depth 0.80m – 1.7m Amenities: the village of Karavomilos is a ten minute walk from the villa and has four tavernas, a minimarket and a bakery. Sami, with its attractive waterfront of tavernas, café bars and varied shops, is a drive of ten minutes.
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Villa Harmony
3
2
WiFi
At Karavomilos | Sleeps 2 – 5 ■ Early Booking Offer
On the eastern coastline of Kefalonia and opposite the Homeric island of Ithaca lies the small but slowly developing village of Karavomilos. Villa Harmony is brand new and one of only a few villas in this area offering spacious, comfortable accommodation in a private setting of olive groves and pine trees with panoramic sea views. The facilities of Karavomilos village, Lake Melissani and a good pebble beach are all within easy walking distance. The area is ideal for walkers and the deserted village of Old Karavomilos nestles just a few kilometres up the mountain side, hidden amongst natural olive groves and blessed with rewarding views of Ithaca with only the sound of goat bells for company. For those who prefer to walk on the flat, the coast line offers many small beaches. The town of Sami can be reached via the beach foot path. NB: Car hire recommended. 152 G I C – T H E V I L L A C O L L E C T I O N
Accommodation: ground floor of a lounge leading out onto the pool terrace; separate dining room and modern kitchen. Stairs to first floor of one double bedroom with en suite shower room; large balcony with sea view; one twin room and balcony with sea view; one single bedroom with rear facing balcony; one family bathroom with bath. Facilities: air-conditioning; satellite TV/DVD & CD player; iPod docking station; washing machine; dishwasher; microwave; mosquito screens on all windows; barbeque. Private swimming pool: 10m x 5m & depth 1.2 – 1.9m Amenities: the village of Karovomilos is a ten minute walk from the villa and has four tavernas, a minimarket and a bakery. Sami, with its attractive waterfront of tavernas, café bars and varied shops, is a drive of ten minutes.
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Villa Poseidon
1
1
WiFi
At Karavomilos | Sleeps 2 – 4 ■ Early Booking Offer
The coastal road from Sami to Agia Efimia, on the east coast, passes through the seaside village of Karavomilos, bordered on each side by attractive beaches. A track of five hundred metres leads from the village inland to terraces of olive groves and further to a few farms. Villa Poseidon is set amongst the olive trees. Surrounded by silver olives and dark green pines, the villa enjoys a peaceful, rural setting and privacy. Views from the wide bedroom balcony are over the tops of olive trees and across the sea to Ithaca. Views of Sami’s distant twinkling lights at night and a moonlit sea are beautiful. Stone walls enclose the villa's terraces and olive grove providing total privacy. A comfortable, spacious, modern property on two floors. NB: Car hire recommended.
Accommodation: ground floor of an open-plan sitting room with two sofa beds, dining and kitchen area (with dishwasher and microwave) opening to sea-facing terrace; cloakroom. Stairs to first floor of one twin bedroom with sea view terrace; bathroom with hydromassage bath and shower. Facilities: air-conditioning in bedroom; satellite TV/DVD & CD player; iPod docking station; washing machine; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 6.5m x 3.5m & depth 0.80m – 1.7m Amenities: the village of Karavomilos is a ten minute walk from the villa and has four tavernas, a minimarket and a bakery. Sami, with its attractive waterfront of tavernas, café bars and varied shops, is a drive of ten minutes.
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The Sami Stone Houses
2
2
WiFi
Near Sami | 3 villas each sleeping 2 – 4 ■ Early Booking Offer
The Sami Stone Houses provide privacy, comfort and seclusion away from the crowds. The views over Sami Bay to Ithaca and up to a range of pine-clad mountains, are stunning. Just over four kilometres inland from the port of Sami, on Kefalonia’s east coast, the undeveloped landscape contains a beautiful tapestry of olive groves, pine forest and farmland. Each of the Stone Houses hides away in its own olive grove with no neighbour to overlook or disturb. Just a ten minute drive to the coastal beaches, tavernas and shops yet with a peaceful and countrified setting. The only sound to be heard may be from a distant goat or sheep bell. The properties are spacious and tastefully decorated with terraces and landscaped gardens. A perfect retreat yet close to Sami, Agia Efimia and a variety of beaches. 154 G I C – T H E V I L L A C O L L E C T I O N
Accommodation: each of the three houses has an open-plan sitting room, dining and kitchen area (with dishwasher and microwave) leading to pool terrace; one double bedroom, en suite bathroom with bath; one twin bedroom, bathroom with shower. Facilities: air-conditioning in bedrooms and sitting room; satellite TV/DVD & CD player; washing machine; mosquito screens to all windows; barbecue. Private swimming pool: each villa’s pool is 8m x 5m & depth 1.2 – 1.7m Amenities: Sami, just a five minute drive away, has a good selection of shops and tavernas. Just south of Sami is the beautiful Antisamos beach.
A Sami Stone House pool
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Villa Kamini
3
3
Near Assos | sleeps 2– 6 ■ Early Booking Offer
Newly completed, this stone villa is situated below the hamlet of Deferanata. From its elevated position, Villa Kamini enjoys spectacular views over Assos, the old fortress and the Paliki Peninsula. Its mountainside location gives an eagle’s eye view of one of the most dramatic landscapes of Kefalonia. Set over two floors, the villa is stylishly furnished, with all rooms carefully positioned to take advantage of the breathtaking view. Kamini is in a perfect location for exploring the many corners of northern Kefalonia. Assos and its famous fortress are just over a ten minute drive away and the famous Myrtos Beach only twenty minutes away.
Accommodation: ground floor of kitchen (with dishwasher) and dining area; lounge (with fireplace); one double bedroom; bathroom with shower room; french doors open out onto the sea facing pool terrace. Upper floor of one double bedroom with en-suite wet room; one twin bedroom; bathroom with shower; large sea facing balcony with built-in seating; a rear balcony with mountain views Facilities: air-conditioning in bedrooms; TV/DVD & CD player; washing machine; microwave; hair drier; barbecue Private swimming pool: 8m x 4m & depth 1.10 x 1.70 Amenities: Assos with its five tavernas, two cafe bars and two mini markets are a drive of twelve minutes. A number of small villages can easily be reached within a five to fifteen minute drive including Vasilikades, which has a petrol station, doctor's surgery and two tavernas. Fiscardo is just twenty minutes drive away.
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Sunset House
3
2
WiFi
Near Fiscardo | Sleeps 2 – 6 ■ Early Booking Offer
Surrounded by hillsides of pine and olive trees, Sunset House was named for its private and dramatic location on the north-west coast of the island with theatrical views of the sun setting behind the Lixouri peninsula on the horizon. This house is the perfect retreat for the uncompromising escapist who is looking for coastal seclusion and absolute privacy. The large rooms look out to sea and the sea-facing terraces and the pool terrace are bordered by purple bougainvillaea, jasmine, pink oleander, lavender and rosemary bushes. Stone walls and floors, open ceilings of cypress wood and flagstone terraces given Sunset House the feel of a Provencal farmhouse.
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Accommodation: one double bedroom; open-plan sitting room, kitchen and dining area; bathroom with bath and shower. A courtyard, shaded by grapevine and bougainvillaea leads to the Annexe: split-level sitting room, bedroom with double bed, and kitchenette; bathroom with shower; stairs to one twin bedroom. Facilities: CD player; mosquito screens on windows. Private swimming pool: 10m x 4m & depth 1.2m – 1.8m Amenities: Sunset House is three kilometres from the small, sleepy village of Mangonos, which has a supermarket and two tavernas, and eight kilometres from Fiscardo. A beach below the house, a walk of ten minutes, has a small taverna.
Sunset House
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Stafilia House
2
1
WiFi
Near Fiscardo | Sleeps 2 – 4 ■ Early Booking Offer
One of our best selling properties, Stafilia House enjoys a private hillside location, on the north-west coast with dramatic views down the west coast and across the sea to the cliffs of the Lixouri peninsula. The house has been designed to combine island traditional style with modern comforts. Limestone floors, open, cypress wood ceilings, beechwood worktops, antique and modern furnishings and interesting prints have created a home of special character. The front terrace, partly shaded by a leafy olive tree, looks down the hillside of vine terraces, fig, pine and olive trees to the bay below. At the back of the house there are alternative sitting areas, bordered by a rock garden and myrtle bushes, leading to the swimming pool terrace.
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Accommodation: open-plan sitting room, kitchen and dining area; one double bedroom; one twin bedroom; bathroom with bath and shower. Facilities: CD player; mosquito screens in the bedrooms and dining area. Private swimming pool: 10m x 4m & depth 1.2m – 1.8m Amenities: a ten minute walk takes one to two beaches and a simple taverna. The next bay has a small beach and another taverna. Fiscardo is a fifteen minute drive and the small village of Manganos, with a supermarket and two tavernas, is a drive of five minutes.
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Villa Cassandra
3
2
At Zambelata | Sleeps 2 – 6 ■ Early Booking Offer
Zambelata is a small hamlet of just a few houses high above Agios Jerousalim beach on the north-west coast. Villa Cassandra has uninterrupted views over the island’s forested west coast and out to sea. Surrounded by olive groves, Cassandra has a peaceful and private location with dramatic sunsets. Enclosed grounds and a gated entrance to the pool area help to make Cassandra child friendly.
Accommodation: ground floor of an open-plan sitting room, dining and kitchen area (with dishwasher); one small double bedroom; bathroom with shower. First floor of one double bedroom and one twin bedroom; bathroom with bath. Facilities: air-conditioning in bedrooms; TV/DVD & CD player; mosquito screens on windows; washing machine; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 8m x 4m & depth 1.0m – 1.8m Amenities: the village shops and tavernas of Manganos and Vassilikades are within a five minute drive. Fiscardo is a drive of fifteen minutes. Agios Jerousalim beach and other nearby beaches are within a ten minute drive.
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Villa Cypress
3
2
Near Fiscardo | Sleeps 2 – 6 ■ Early Booking Offer
Villa Cypress hides away, with total privacy, in the tiny hamlet of Konidarata with stunning views to the islands of Ithaca, Meganissi and Lefkas. Surrounded by gardens of citrus trees and colourful plants, the villa enjoys peaceful seclusion with only the occasional clunk of a goat bell to disturb. A shaded terrace to the rear of the villa with its own vegetable garden provides the ideal setting for an early evening cocktail. The large terrace to the front is perfect for al fresco dinning.
Accommodation: ground floor of an open-plan sitting room, dining and kitchen area (with dishwasher and microwave); one double bedroom and en suite bathroom with shower. First floor of one double bedroom and one twin bedroom; bathroom with shower. Facilities: air-conditioning throughout; satellite (with some English channels) TV/DVD & CD player, ipod dock; washing machine; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 8.5m x 4m & depth 1.2m – 1.7m Amenities: supermarket 1 kilometre away. Nearby villages of Manganos and Vassilikades each have two tavernas. Fiscardo and Assos are a ten minute drive as are the beaches of Alaties and Agios Jersousalim.
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Villa Islands View
3
3
WiFi
Near Fiscardo | Sleeps 2 – 6 ■ Early Booking Offer
A short track leads down to this delightful stone villa, set in extensive gardens and surrounded by pine trees. Enjoy spectacular views to the islands of Ithaca and Lefkas enhanced by stunning sunsets. A walk of five minutes will take you to the village of Antipata and the sophisticated centre of Fiscardo is but a five minute drive away. This is a light and modern villa with plenty of outside spaces for relaxing and a built in barbecue for al fresco dining. Small motorboats may be hired in the harbour – perfect for exploring the coastline.
Accommodation: ground floor – mainly open plan with fully fitted kitchen (washing machine and dishwasher), dining/living area with feature fireplace, twin bedroom with ensuite shower room. Doors from both living room and bedroom lead onto the terrace. First floor: one double bedroom with ensuite shower room and large private balcony and one double bedroom with ensuite bathroom (half bath with shower) and small private balcony. Facilities: air-conditioning; TV/DVD; WiFi; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 3.5m x 8.5m depth 1.2m – 1.8m Amenities: Village of Antipata has mini-market and four tavernas, 7 minutes drive to nearest beach or 2 minute drive and then 15 minues walk to secluded beach. Excellent choice of restaurants and shopping in Fiscardo.
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Eleni’s Cottage
2
1
WiFi
At Fiscardo | Sleeps 2 – 3 ■ Early Booking Offer
Eleni’s Cottage is set back from the small coastal road and fifty metres from a small beach. The shops and tavernas of Fiscardo are within a five minute walk. Eleni's front verandah, shaded by an apricot tree and bougainvillaea, has views (through the flowers!) to the beach, fringed by olive trees, and the mountains of Ithaca over the straits. A small back courtyard, with a fig tree and grapevine for shade, catches the sun for most of the day. Eleni’s Cottage provides privacy for those wishing to be close to the sea and walking distance to the centre of Fiscardo.
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Beach below Eleni’s
Accommodation: one double bedroom, one single bedroom; open-plan sitting room, kitchen and dining area; bathroom with shower. Facilities: air-conditioning in open plan living area; CD player. Amenities: the waterfront tavernas, bars and shops of Fiscardo are a walk of five minutes. Hired boats may be moored in Fiscardo Harbour.
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Vassili’s Apartment
2
1
WiFi
At Fiscardo | Sleeps 2 – 4 ■ Early Booking Offer
Vassili’s is the third and top floor of the house next door to Eleni’s Cottage. Private access via an outside, steep spiral staircase takes one through a cascade of red and purple bougainvillaea to one of the most comfortable “crow’s nests” in Fiscardo. Two private sitting out areas allow one to enjoy or escape from the sun with views over the nearby beach, fringed by olive trees, and across the water to the cliffs of Ithaca. A convenient and comfortable base, close to the sea and within easy walking distance to the centre of Fiscardo.
Emblissi beach
Accommodation: one double bedroom with balcony; one twin bedroom; sitting room; kitchen with breakfast bar, leading to front and side sea-facing terraces; bathroom with bath. Facilities: air-conditioning in bedrooms and sitting room. Amenities: a beach is just fifty metres away. The waterfront tavernas, bars and shops of Fiscardo are a walk of five minutes. Hired boats can be moored in Fiscardo Harbour.
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Villa Nichola
4
3
WiFi
At Fiscardo | Sleeps 2 – 8 ■ Early Booking Offer
We consider Villa Nichola to be one of the most elegant properties in Fiscardo and uniquely positioned. The villa has breathtaking views across a small bay to the mountainous coastline of Ithaca, which turns a theatrical shade of pink by the setting sun. The villa is just a ten minute walk from Foki beach in one direction and the shops and tavernas and pretty harbourside of Fiscardo in the other. Just across the small coastal road to the front of the villa is a gate leading to private terrace part shaded by grapevine and leading directly to a small beach, with fresh water shower, and a jetty where a hired boat can be moored during the day. A large courtyard, with barbecue area, at the rear of the villa, bordered by exotic palms, bougainvillaea and jasmine, offers an escape from the morning sun.
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Accommodation: ground floor of one twin bedroom; sitting room and games area (pool table); bathroom with bath and shower; utility room. First floor of an open-plan sitting room, dining and kitchen area (with dishwasher); cloakroom. Second floor of one double bedroom with balcony, en suite bathroom and shower and two twin bedrooms – one with the same balcony as the double bedroom; bathroom with bath and shower. Facilities: air-conditioning throughout; washing machine & dryer; TV/DVD & CD player. Amenities: the waterfront tavernas, bars and shops of Fiscardo are a walk of ten minutes. Hired boats can be moored in Fiscardo Harbour.
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Accommodation: Top Floor: Penthouse: one double bedroom and one twin bedroom with access to a rooftop balcony; open-plan kitchen and sitting area; bathroom with shower. First Floor: Waterfront 3: one double bedroom and one twin bedroom; kitchen and dining area; bathroom with shower. Waterfront 4: large open-plan studio of twin bedroom and sitting area; kitchen; bathroom with shower. Waterfront 5: one twin bedroom and one double bedroom; kitchen and dining area leading to terrace; bathroom with shower. Waterfront Floor: Waterfront 6: studio with one single bed; kitchenette; bathroom with shower.
Waterfront Apartments
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1
WiFi
Near Fiscardo | 9 Apartments sleeping 2 – 6 ■ Early Booking Offer
The Waterfront Apartments comprise what was once the oldest and largest Venetian house in Fiscardo. Each apartment commands spectacular views across the olive fringed bay to the sixth century basilica on a promontory of pine trees, and across the sea to the island of Ithaca. Ithaca’s coastline cliffs are turned pink by the setting sun. Entrance areas, steps and waterfront verandahs have been laid with local stone and bordered by plants and grapevines. Being so close to the water, the apartments enjoy the cool sea breezes throughout the hot summer months. Waterfront clients can swim from directly below the apartments and may also be able to moor their hired boats (daytime only) at the jetty depending on local conditions. A beach, with olive trees for shade, lies within a walk or swim of one minute. This is a uniquely located property. 170 G I C – T H E V I L L A C O L L E C T I O N
Waterfront 7: one double bedroom on upper floor; ten steps down to open-plan kitchen and sitting room with divan; bathroom with shower. Waterfront 8: one double bedroom; open-plan sitting room, kitchen and dining area; bathroom with shower. Staircase up to two twin bedrooms; bathroom with shower. Waterfront 9: sitting area; ten steps to one double bedroom; small kitchen; bathroom with shower. Facilities: air-conditioning; Safe and hairdryer in each apartment. Amenities: the waterfront tavernas, bars and shops of Fiscardo are a walk of five minutes. Hired boats can be moored at the apartments.
A Waterfront Apartment terrace
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Stoupa A tranquil, family-friendly harbour on the Mani Peninsula provides the backdrop to the dramatic history of the southernmost region in continental Europe.
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P E L O P O N N E S E S T O U PA DELPHI PATRAS
CORINTH
PELOPONNESE
ATHENS
MYCENAE
OLYMPIA
NAFPLION TRIPOLIS
TOLON KALAMATA
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PYLOS METHONI
SPARTA KARDAMILI STOUPA
FINIKOUNDA
GYTHION MONEMVASIA
Embraced by the Taygetus Mountains, Stoupa’s two lovely beaches and convivial taverna offer a relaxed and refreshing holiday, enjoying local specialities like syglino (pork sausage smoked with aromatic herbs) cooked in the world’s best extra virgin olive oil. Yet a short step will transport you into a characterful region still redolent of Sparta and its traditions of self-reliance and resistance, a rich hinterland of ancient temples and theatres, Byzantine churches, monasteries and Frankish military towers. Amidst the secluded hillside villages are those that lie abandoned, haunted and mysterious. Nearby, the wild and spectacular beauty of the 20 kilometre Viros Gorge challenges the adventurous, and the vast underwater lakes and caves of Pyrgos Diros, with its extraordinary stalactites and stalagmites that are a mere 400 million years old, can be explored aboard the uniquely Greek version of gondolas.
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Accommodation: Two pairs of semi-detached one bedroom villas Ino and Agno, Thesoa and Neda: Entrance into sitting/dining area with kitchenette (two ring electric hob) at one end; bathroom with shower off the kitchen area, French doors from the sitting area to the pool terrace and steps from kitchen/hallway lead upstairs to bathroom with shower and double bedroom. Ino and Neda also have a sofa bed in the living area suitable for a child (The sofabed in Neda can accommodate an adult). Ino and Agno each have an infinity pool with massage jets, Thesoa and Neda each have a pool 6mx3.2m. One pair of semi-detached two bedroom villas, Taigete and Messini: Taiget has one double and one twin bedroom as well as a sofa bed in the living area and Messini has two double bedrooms.
Trochalo Villas
1-3
1-2
At Stoupa | 7 villas each sleeping 2 – 6 ■ Early Booking Offer
These seven, attractive, stone built villas are accessed through a gated entrance and set in private, mature gardens, each with a parking area to the rear. Every villa has its own private swimming pool and the location is approximately one mile from the Stoupa sea front with glorious views over the olive groves, village and out to sea. Well equipped and furnished, each villa has air-conditioning in the bedrooms and living area, microwave, washing machine, hair dryer, TV and DVD player and BBQ. There is good privacy between all the villas at pool and garden level, with barriers between them being natural planting and bamboo fencing. It’s a half an hour walk down to the village but bear in mind that the walk back is uphill so may take a few minutes longer. The closest restaurant is approximately 400 metres away. Nearest supermarket is 400 metres.
Entrance into sitting/dining room with open kitchen (two ring electric hob) at one end. Stairs lead down to lower ground floor hallway off of which there is a bathroom with bath and twin bedroom in Taiget; double in Messini with en suite shower. Doors from the bedroom lead up to a small verandah and thence to the pool terrace. On first floor level there is a double bedroom and small bathroom with shower. The pool at Taiget is 8mx4.6m and that at Messini is 6.25mx4m. One three bedroom villa, Sparta: Entrance from rear into open plan kitchen/dining/sitting room with direct access to the pool and front terraces. Kitchen has a full size hob and oven and fridge/freezer. Off the sitting area is a shower room and on this floor is also a double bedroom with ensuite shower room. On the first floor there are two bedrooms, one twin and one double and another bathroom with shower. Pool at Sparta is 8mx4m. Safety deposit box in all villas.
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Villa Ibiscus
2
1
Agios Nicolaos | Sleeps 2 – 4 ■ Early Booking Offer
Amidst a gentle hillside of olive trees, within a small community of villas on the Mani peninsular, this single-storey property has splendid views across the Gulf of Messina as well as the neighbouring mountains and countryside. This single storey villa has been tastefully designed and furnished throughout in a modern style. The lounge has a distinctive beamed ceiling, and the swimming pool is bordered by both open and covered terraces. A few minutes drive brings you to the fishing harbour and sandy beaches of Agios Nicolaos, and a visit to the lovely seaside village of Stoupa takes 10 minutes.
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Accommodation: One double bedroom; one twin bedroom; lounge; kitchen, bathroom with bath and shower, WC, single washbasin. Facilities: Air-conditioning in bedrooms; Microwave; oven; hob; fridge; freezer; washing machine; satellite TV/DVD; CD player; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 7m x 3.5m Amenities: The centre of the small hamlet of Riglia is a walk of 400m where you can find one Café Neon. The lovely beach of Pandzi is a drive of 1.3 km and has a taverna and café . A short distance further along the coastal road is Agios Nicholas with it’s lovely harbour front tavernas and a Supermarket.
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Crete The largest of the Greek islands, Crete is a land of myth and history, of dramatic mountains, fertile valleys and glorious beaches. At the same time sophisticated and elemental, Crete is unique.
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CRETE Taverna in Kaliviani
Kalives
First settled by humans 130,000 years ago and positioned between Africa and Europe, Crete was the cradle of Mediterranean civilization and still retains its own strong identity and culture, characterised by a history of proud resistance against invaders through the ages. Rich in its physical contrasts, the island has always been the source of legend and adventure. Fascinating archeological remains are sited all over the island, from the colourful reinvention of Knossos to the arid mystery of Phaestos. Three separate mountain ranges riven with spectacular gorges and rivers stretch from west to east, with lush valleys falling to a varied coast of small fishing villages and magnificent sandy beaches.
XA MO UD OC H
An absorbing mix of Minoan, Venetian and Turkish architecture, the island’s towns weave together palaces, churches, castles, and minarets alongside the bustle of markets, cafes and tavernas.
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KALIVIANI SAMONAS SAMARIA GORGE
LAKE KOURNAS
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Isadora Villa
3
2
Near Panos Stalos | Sleeps 2 – 6 ■ Early Booking Offer
This striking villa, with its landmark chimney rising amidst the surrounding hills, offers a rare mixture of comfort and seclusion, stunning panoramas and stone-clad terraces, dusky pink plasterwork and palm trees. While it dazzles over the private pool in the daytime, the sun as it sets seems to bathe the villa in a special, luminous glow. The extensive terraces, both open and covered, provide plenty of space for relaxation, and the swimming pool has an integrated children’s section.
Accommodation: open plan living/dining room, with fireplace and doors to terrace; fully equipped kitchen; double bedroom with ensuite bathroom; two twin bedrooms with doors to terraces; bathroom (with washing machine). Facilities: air-conditioning throughout; TV, DVD & CD player; microwave, dishwasher, washing machine; in-built barbecue. Private swimming pool: 8m x 6m with designated children’s section 2m x 1m Amenities: the nearby village of Panos Stalos (1.5km) has a minimarket and a few tavernas, while Kalo Statos (3.5km) has a sandy beach, restaurants and shops. Further afield, the elegant Venetian harbour of Chania (10km) rarely fails to delight.
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Isadora Villa
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Orpheus Heights
3
2
Near Panos Stalos | Sleeps 2 – 6 ■ Early Booking Offer
Whilst offering total privacy, almost hidden amidst olive groves and hillside forests, the rooftop terrace of this dramatically coloured stone villa provides truly spectacular views from every angle, all the way to the deepest blue sea. With its thick walls and traditional Cretan interior, exposed brickwork and wooden ceilings, the villa has a cool, calming atmosphere. Extended above the living space, the large terrace sits unusually at roof height and surrounds the oval-shaped swimming pool, which has its own dedicated children’s section. A pair of ornamental chimneys and a pretty pergola adds further character to this peaceful retreat.
Accommodation: ground floor of open plan living room, dining room and kitchen with doors to front terrace; one double bedroom with ensuite bathroom; two twin bedrooms, both with doors to terrace; bathroom (with washing machine). Outside roof terrace with in-built barbecue; covered and open terraces; pergola; private parking. Facilities: air-conditioning throughout; TV, DVD & CD player; microwave, dishwasher, washing machine; in-built barbecue. Private swimming pool: 8m x 6m with children’s section 2m x 1m Amenities: The minimarket and tavernas of Panos Stalos are nearby (1.5 km) and Kato Stalos’ sandy beach is a 10 minute drive (3.5km). The delightful harbour town of Chania is 7kms away, and the Lefki Ori mountains and their picturesque villages are easily accessible.
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CRETE LAKE KOURNAS
Villa Victoria
3
2
At Lake Kournas | Sleeps 2 – 6 ■ Early Booking Offer
Lake Kournas, with its mountainous backdrop and fringe of olive trees, is one of only two lakes to be found on Crete. The lake has stretches of sand shared by swimmers and migratory birds and a selection of waterfront cafes and tavernas is a five minute drive away. Villa Victoria, with ample balconies and terraces, has a private and secluded hillside location with magnificent, panoramic views over the lake and out to the bay of Georgioupolis. Surrounding the villa is a natural, undulating landscape of olive groves, small vineyards and grazing pastures for goats.
Accommodation: ground floor of a sitting room leading to kitchen (with dishwasher & microwave) and dining area; cloakroom with shower; one double bedroom. First floor of two twin bedrooms; bathroom with Jacuzzi bath and shower.
Child-friendly considerations include fenced front terraces, grass lawns and children’s pool section.
Facilities: air-conditioning in all bedrooms; Wifi; satellite (flat screen) TV/DVD & CD player; washing machine; safety deposit box; mosquito screens to all windows (except downstairs bedroom); barbecue.
A simple taverna can be reached within a ten minute walk. The old village of Kournas, with four tavernas, a minimarket and bakery, is a five minute drive.
Private swimming pool: 10m x 5m & depth 1m – 1.7m with child section.
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Amenities: Georgioupolis, a ten minute drive, offers beaches, watersports, tavernas and shops.
View from Villa Victoria
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Villa Stathis
3
3
At Vamos | Sleeps 2 – 6
Villa Stathis is situated on the outskirts of what has been described as the most delightful village in Crete – Vamos. This 100 year old stone house has been carefully renovated to combine traditional architecture with modern comforts. The interiors are cool and spacious and, outside, the pool area is surrounded by olive groves. To the rear of the property is a delightful courtyard with a sheltered dining area and barbecue. Stathis is within walking distance of Vamos and all that it has to offer, including proximity to the spectacular White Mountains. Sandy beaches can be reached by car in approximately ten minutes.
Accommodation: ground floor – fully equipped kitchen/dining and living area; twin bedroom with en suite bathroom with shower. Mezzanine (leading from dining area) twin beds. First floor – master double bedroom with ensuite bathroom with bath, twin bedroom, utility room with washing machine. Facilities: air-conditioning; TV/CD player; dishwasher; microwave barbecue. Private swimming pool: 8m x 4m Amenities: within walking distance of Vamos, two tavernas offering fresh organic Cretan dishes, beaches, shopping and choice of restaurants at Kalyves and Almirida ten minutes by car.
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CRETE ARMENI
Villa Chlöe
4
2
At Armeni | Sleeps 2 – 6 ■ Early Booking Offer
It is rare to find a well-appointed villa close to Crete’s northern coastline and Souda Bay, with total privacy and without immediate neighbours. Villa Chlöe is set in large, private grounds, with views out over a rolling countryside of farmland and to the sea in the distance. With a gated driveway, the villa has peaceful seclusion. Within a fifteen minute drive from Chlöe, are many hilltop and seaside villages.
Accommodation: open-plan sitting room and dining area; kitchen (with dishwasher); one double bedroom, en suite bathroom with shower; two single galleried bedrooms; bathroom with bath. Staircase to gallery over sitting room; one twin bedroom. Facilities: air-conditioning in all bedrooms; satellite TV/DVD & CD player; washing machine; microwave; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 9m x 5m & depth 0.50m – 1.5m with child section. Amenities: the village of Armeni, a drive of just two minutes, has five tavernas, a baker, a butcher and a small supermarket. Kalives, a drive of ten minutes, has a wider variety of shops and tavernas and a sandy beach.
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CRETE VRISSES
Villa Aphrodite
2
2
WiFi
Near Vrisses | Sleeps 2 – 4 ■ Early Booking Offer
Villa Aphrodite has a private, peaceful and countrified setting on the outskirts of the tiny hamlet of Maza. Six kilometres south of the sandy beaches of Georgioupolis and three kilometres away from the pretty village of Vrisses, Maza has a few traditional stone houses and a sleepy square with a small chapel and a taverna – just a five minute walk from the villa. Villa Aphrodite has views over the surrounding countryside and valleys of pine forest and olive groves unfolding towards the White Mountains. Spacious and comfortably furnished interiors lead to stone terraces, bordered by lawns, with uninterrupted views.
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Accommodation: open-plan sitting room, dining and kitchen area (with dishwasher and microwave); one double bedroom with en suite shower room; one twin bedroom; bathroom with bath. Facilities: air-conditioning throughout; satellite TV/DVD & CD player; PC & internet connection; Wi-Fi; washing machine; mosquito screens on all windows; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 8m x 4.5m & depth 0.90m – 1.4m Amenities: nearby Vrisses has three tavernas, a renowned bakery and a selection of café bars and shops. One taverna in maza (5 minutes walk). Georgioupolis, a drive of fifteen minutes, has sandy beaches, watersports, horse riding and canoe trips up the river to feed the turtles. The large resort town of Rethymnon is a 30 minute drive.
Chania at night
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CRETE VRISSES
Villa Karina
3
2
WiFi
Near Vrisses | Sleeps 2 – 6
Villa Karina has a private, countrified setting about one hundred metres away from Villa Kontis, on the outskirts of Maza. Six kilometres south of the sandy beaches of Georgioupolis and three kilometres away from the pretty village of Vrisses, Maza has a few traditional stone houses and a sleepy square with a small chapel and a taverna – just a five minute walk from the villa. Villa Karina has views over the surrounding countryside and valleys of pine forest and olive groves unfolding towards the White Mountains. Villas Karina, Aphrodite and Kontis all have the same owner and have been built and furnished to the same high standards.
Accommodation: open-plan sitting room, dining and kitchen area (with dishwasher and microwave); one double bedroom and en suite bathroom with shower; two twin bedroom; bathroom with Jacuzzi bath. Facilities: air-conditioning throughout; satellite TV/DVD & CD player; PC & internet connection; Wi-Fi; washing machine; mosquito screens on all windows; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 8m x 5m & depth 0.80m – 1.5m Amenities: nearby Vrisses, has three tavernas, a renowned bakery and a selection of café bars and shops. One taverna in maza (5 minutes walk). Georgioupolis, a drive of fifteen minutes, has sandy beaches, watersports, horse riding and canoe trips up the river to feed the turtles. The resort town of Rethymnon is a 30 minute drive.
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CRETE VRISSES
Villa Maris
4
3
Near Vrisses | Sleeps 2 – 8
A five minute drive from the village of Vrisses to the foothills of the White Mountains and then a short steep track lead to the dramatic hilltop location of Villa Maris. With total privacy and extensive grounds, the villa has peaceful seclusion and spectacular views over the surrounding valleys containing tiny villages, farms, olive groves, vineyards and pine forests. To the south are the White Mountains and to the east the sea and, at night, the twinkling lights of Rethymnon port.
Accommodation: ground floor of an open-plan sitting room, dining and kitchen area (with dishwasher); one twin bedroom; bathroom with shower. First floor of one double bedroom, en suite bathroom with shower; two twin bedrooms; bathroom with bath. Facilities: air-conditioning in all bedrooms and sitting room; WiFi; TV/DVD & CD player; washing machine; microwave; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 8m x 5m & depth 1m – 1.6m Amenities: nearby Vrisses has three tavernas, a renowned bakery and a selection of café bars and shops. The sandy beaches of Georgioupolis are a drive of fifteen minutes. The resort town of Rethymnon is a 30 minute drive.
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CRETE VRISSES
Villa Georgia
3
3
Near Vrisses | Sleeps 2 – 6 ■ Early Booking Offer
A five minute drive from the village of Vrisses to the foothills of the White Mountains culminating in a steep climb up a short steep track leads to the dramatic hilltop location of Villa Georgia. Set within extensive grounds, this very private villa is a haven of rural peace. From this lofty place one can see valleys with tiny villages, olive groves, farms, vineyards and pine forest. The garden and terraces around the pool are on one level and include a covered barbecue and dining area and a lawn bordered by mulberry and olive trees.
Accommodation: ground floor of an open-plan sitting room and dining area; kitchen (with dishwasher and microwave); one twin bedroom; bathroom with hydro-massage bath. First floor of one double bedroom, en suite bathroom with shower; one twin bedroom; en suite bathroom with shower. Facilities: air-conditioning in all bedrooms and sitting room; WiFi; satellite TV/DVD & CD player; washing machine; mosquito screens on windows; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 10m x 4.5 m & depth 0.90m – 1.7m Amenities: nearby Vrisses has three tavernas and a selection of café bars and shops. The sandy beaches of Georgioupolis are a drive of fifteen minutes. The resort town of Rethymnon is a 30 minute drive.
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CRETE KALIVES
Villa Anastasia
3
2
WiFi
At Kalives | Sleeps 2 – 7 ■ Early Booking Offer
Just a few kilometres before Almirida and fifteen kilometres from Chania, Kalives is an attractive seaside village overlooking Souda Bay and the Akrotiri Peninsula with the dramatic White Mountains and endless orange and olive groves in the background. Villa Anastasia is the Kalives village house of the Tsigounakis family. The front entrance leads to the narrow village high street and the rear entrance opens on to a small street bordering the sea. The sandy beach of Mistraili is just two hundred metres away; here the shallow waters are ideal for children. You do not need a car here but it is recommended for exploring.
Accommodation: ground floor: open-plan sitting room, kitchen (with dishwasher and microwave) and dining area; bathroom with bath. First floor of one double bedroom and two twin bedrooms (one with three beds); kitchenette; bathroom with shower. Facilities: air-conditioning in all bedrooms; satellite TV/DVD & CD player; Wi-Fi; safety deposit box; washing machine; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 8m x 4m & depth 1.4m – 1.8m Amenities: Kalives village has a good selection of tavernas and shops and two long sandy beaches. There are small craft centres in nearby villages: glassblowing in Kokkino Horio, the bell maker in Neo Horio, the lace makers in Gavalohori and the silk makers in Kalamitsi.
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CRETE VRISSES
Villa Kontis
4
2
WiFi
Near Vrisses | Sleeps 2 – 8 ■ Early Booking Offer
Six kilometres south of the sandy beaches of Georgioupolis and three kilometres away from the village of Vrisses, Maza is a tiny hillside village of a few traditional stone houses and a sleepy square with a small chapel and two tavernas – all just a five minute walk from the villa. The surrounding landscape contains valleys of pine forest and olive groves unfolding towards the White Mountains. Villa Kontis enjoys a peaceful and idylic location. The original house of stone has been restored and extended to incorporate traditional and modern features with attractive gardens. Georgioupolis, a drive of fifteen minutes, has sandy beaches, watersports, horse riding and canoe trips up the river to feed the turtles. Lake Kournas is just eight kilometres away.
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Accommodation: ground floor of an open-plan sitting room, dining and kitchen area (with dishwasher and microwave); one double bedroom and one twin bedroom; bathroom with whirlpool bath and shower. First floor of one twin bedroom and mezzanine gallery with twin beds; bathroom with shower. Facilities: air-conditioning throughout; satellite TV/DVD & CD player; PC & internet connection; Wi-Fi; washing machine; mosquito screens on all windows; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 12m x 5m & depth 0.80m – 1.5m Amenities: nearby Vrisses, shaded by riverside plane trees, has three tavernas, a renowned bakery and a selection of café bars and shops. One taverna in maza (5 minutes walk).
Villa Kontis
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Athermigo
5
4
WiFi
At Gavalohori | Sleeps 2-10
Built around an eighteenth century olive press, Villa Athermigo has recently undergone extensive renovation by its owner, Despina Kotsifaki. Named after the trees outside their doors, the three individual suites have been tastefully decorated to a very high standard blending old and new. With sumptuous bed linen, high quality furnishings and luxurious bathrooms, this retreat has the feeling of a private boutique hotel. Situated on the outskirts of Gavalohori in an acre of land, the property is surrounded by a beautiful garden of fruit and nut trees. Accommodating up to 10 guests, Villa Athermigo is the perfect setting for a family reunion or a special occasion.
Accommodation: 3 Suites, Elia: 1 king size bed and 2 singles on a gallery, bathroom with shower; Rodia: 2 Kingsize beds, 1 bathroom with bath and 1 with shower; Karydia: 1 kingsize bed, 1 bathroom with shower. Separate building with living room, kitchen and office. Facilities: air-conditioning throughout; Satellite LCD TV’s in each suite; CD player; hair driers; dishwasher; barbecue; pool towels and bathrobes; Wi-Fi; PC/ printer/ fax. Further facilities available on request, see website for details. Private swimming pool: 70sqm Amenities: The village of Gavalohori has three tavernas, two mini markets, two cafés and a bakery. The coastal village of Almirida is five minutes by car and Kalives only ten minutes. Both of these resorts have sandy beaches and a good selection of shops and tavernas.
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CRETE NEROKOURO
Villa Stella
1
1
At Nerokouro | Sleeps 2
Villa Stella is a romantic retreat for couples. One of the few houses in the village of Nerokouro, Villa Stella provides a simple but peaceful and comfortable escape from the crowds. Although just nine kilometres from Chania, there are no signs of tourism in Nerokouro: a church, a mini-market, a small bakery; a friendly community and beautiful views over valleys towards Souda Bay The villa opens out to a dining terrace with bougainvillaea and hibiscus; three steps down to an alternative dining area in the shade of a large mulberry tree; two further steps down to the barbecue area bordered by roses; further steps to a small garden of citrus trees and date palms and finally the pool terrace. NB: Extensively modernised in 2012, see website for further images.
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Accommodation: open-plan sitting room, dining and kitchen area; bathroom with shower; steep staircase up to one double bedroom. Facilities: air-conditioning in bedroom; WiFi; satellite TV/DVD & CD player; washing machine; microwave; safety deposit box; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 7m x 5m & depth 1.5m – 1.6m Amenities: there are good fish tavernas in Souda, four kilometres away and Chania, a drive of fifteen minutes, offers a wide selection of tavernas, shops and bars. The best beaches are to be found at Kalives, thirteen kilometres away. Note: The 50 metre walk from the car park area to the villa is very steep.
CRETE THERISSO
Villa Therisso
2
2
At Therisso | Sleeps 2 – 4 ■ Early Booking Offer
Twelve kilometres south of Chania, Therisso village hides away in the foothills of the White Mountains. The surrounding hills and valleys of the Theriso Gorge provide many interesting walks and a drive up to the White Mountains introduces some of the most spectacular views on the island. The village was the base for the Cretan resistance during the 2nd World War and the headquarters of Eleftherios Venizelos, the Cretan Prime Minister responsible for reuniting Crete with mainland Greece after 400 years of Turkish rule. Villa Therisso will appeal to those looking for a comfortable, Cretan escape and a hilltop village position to enjoy dramatic views over Therisso Gorge. Spacious and comfortable interiors open out on to a series of terraces with an elaborate barbecue and outside kitchen area besides the pool.
Accommodation: ground floor of an open-plan sitting room and kitchen (with dishwasher); study; cloakroom. First floor of one double bedroom and en suite bathroom with bath; one twin bedroom and en suite bathroom with shower. Facilities: air-conditioning in both bedrooms; mosquito screens on all windows; satellite TV/DVD & CD player; washing machine; barbecue. Private swimming pool: 9m x 4.5m & depth 0.70m – 1.7m Amenities: Therisso village, with a shop for simple provisions and a choice of tavernas, is a walk of three minutes. Beaches on the north coast are a drive of twenty five minutes.
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CRETE KALIVIANI
Accommodation: ground floor of an open-plan sitting room and dining area; kitchen (with dishwasher); one double bedroom and en suite bathroom with shower; utility room; cloakroom. First floor of one double bedroom with large terrace, en suite bathroom with shower; mezzanine gallery with two single beds; one twin bedroom; one single bedroom; one bathroom with shower. A separate studio below the house has a double bed, sitting area with single sofa bed, dining area, kitchenette bathroom with shower and separate toilet. Facilities: air-conditioning throughout except studio, which is built out of the rock and therefore cool; WiFi; TV/DVD & CD player; ipod docking station; washing machine; safety deposit box; barbecue Private swimming pool: 7m x 5m & depth 0.50m – 1.8m + child section
Villa Patriko
5
4
At Kaliviani | Sleeps 2 – 12 ■ Early Booking Offer
The peaceful village of Kaliviani, close to the Gramvoussa Peninsular at Crete’s north-west tip, offers visitors a rare opportunity to experience the essence of a traditional Cretan village lifestyle. A friendly village community centres around a taverna and two café bars, surrounded by narrow streets and country lanes. Beautiful sandy beaches, intriguing archaeological sites, monasteries and busier shopping villages are all close by. Villa Patriko stands on the edge of the village with stunning views across the valley and out across the Bay of Kissamos. The Villa is a very stylishly furnished home. A large shaded dining terrace leads out to the pool terrace, bordered by a lawn and an established garden.
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Amenities: the two village tavernas are just a two minute walk away. The port of Kasteli, with its waterfront tavernas, café bars and supermarket, is a ten minute drive. The north west coast is known for its stunning sandy beaches – Trachilos beach is a five minute drive, the long sandy beaches of Falissarna are a drive of fifteen minutes and the pink sands of Ellafonissi beach, below the Krissokalitzitas Monastery, is a drive of one hour. From Kissamos there is a ferry to visit the 16th Century castle on Gramvoussa.
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Cyprus With a beautiful and surprisingly often unspoilt coastline and a mountainous interior, this third largest island in the Mediterranean is a kaleidoscopic blend of histories and cultures.
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The long coastline is studded with glorious beaches and small fishing villages, and holiday resorts have been established to cater for all tastes – a few less attractive than others. There remains, though, an abundance of small, relaxed locations that continue to offer the type of warm-hearted, genial hospitality that typifies a Greek island holiday, with a sapphire sea, breathtaking scenery, delicious Mezes, and time to spare. Away from the coast, it is as if you have passed into another century, with sleepy villages nestling in the spectacular Troodos Mountains, amidst goats, olive and lemon groves, and in springtime some of the most wonderful displays of wild flowers on earth.
Pomos Beneath the wooded foothills of the Paphos mountains lies the large village of Pomos. Blessed with a variety of small coves, beaches and rock pools, and overlooked by volcanic crags and innumerable circling birds, Pomos is a restful delight. A renowned sea-food restaurant, the Kanali, benefits from the fish caught from the newly-built harbour, and each September the International Cyprus Jazz Festival takes up residence.
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An island that is a world unto itself, Cyprus breathes the spirit of three continents and numerous empires. Ever since the New Stone Age, Europe, Africa and Asia have left their various marks, from the Pharoahs of Egypt to the Emperors of Rome, from Ottoman Sultans to Knight Crusaders and Venetian Doges, in a great spread of cultural treasures and antiquities.
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Villas Stella Maris & Buffavento
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Near Pomos | Sleeps 2 – 6
Situated in a spectacular location with stunning, dramatic views, these villas enjoyed complete refurbishment in 2010 and now offer extremely comfortable, contemporary accommodation within a short distance of a shingle cove. Between Pomos and Polis (about 19 kilometres) there are a number of villages offering a surprising choice of restaurants. With the black, volcanic cliffside to the front of the villas and the pine-clad foothills of the mountains 300 metres to the rear this is a unique location of natural beauty. NB These identical villas do not overlook each other. Please note that the unmade path down to the cove is steep and not suitable for anyone with mobility problems.
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Accommodation: ground floor: two twin bedrooms, living/dining room, fully fitted kitchen, second bathroom (up 3 steps from ground floor). First floor: reached by spiral staircase – double bedroom with en suite bathroom, balconies. Facilities: air-conditioning/heating in living room and bedrooms; satellite TV; CD player; ceiling fans in bedrooms; dishwasher; washing machine; fully furnished seaview terrace; decking/barbecue. Private swimming pool: each villa has an Ozonator filtered pool 10m x 5m and depth 1m to 2.7m. Amenities: Pomos Village has a variety of restaurants and two grocery stores and a few sandy coves for swimming. Annual jazz festival (dates for 2013 to be confirmed).
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Sunvil
The Sunvil Family
find the real country
GIC – The Villa Collection (Greek Islands Club) became part of the Sunvil family in 1998 making Sunvil the leading specialist operator to Greece and her islands. Sunvil has pioneered many specialist destinations in its 43-year history. The original directors still play an active part in the day-to-day running of the company and we are all proud that repeat and recommended holidaymakers make up 70% of our customers – due testament to our expertise and dedication to quality. Everyone in the team visits our specialist destinations many times: they know them and our properties, self-catering or hotel, extremely well. Unusually, in this web-based travel age, we take full responsibility for our holidays, too, putting us in the very top echelon of companies that you can really trust to look after your holiday plans. Sunvil is proud, over 43 years, to have gained many accolades and awards, both from the travel industry itself and from the national press and leading consumer publications such as Holiday Which? and Wanderlust magazine. We’ve been at the forefront of environmental initiatives and good practice over 27 years. Yes, it’s enlightened self-interest and, yes, it’s also good business practice – but we believe in it passionately. On these pages you will find a brief introduction to Sunvil’s other programmes.
The Genevieve
A unique vessel for your River Thames Charter Cruise Genevieve is a 40 foot beaver stern saloon launch, built by Taylor and Bates of Chertsey in 1914. Her hull planking is African mahogany and all topside and interior fittings are in teak. Back then, her selling price was £1,150! In 1998, she was found rotting away on a canal in Lancashire and Peter Freebody, owner of one of the foremost UK boatyards for renovating classic boats, was immediately taken in by her shape and decided she must be saved for future generations to enjoy. The extensive, painstaking renovation requested by Sunvil finished in May 2010. The launch is unique and very rare and she is Sunvil’s flagship.
The saloon has bevelled windows and opening lights with port and starboard seating. She also has a spacious, canopied, forward cockpit with additional seating for approximately 10 people. Further aft is the cooler unit and storage, then the galley with a sink, gas hob and oven/grill, and the toilet locker is to port. There is an another small cockpit aft, with further seating. Genevieve is powered by a six cylinder Sea Prince petrol engine, smartly sited under a teak and glass engine case. In chilly weather, the engine supplies heat to the saloon and cockpit. For further details see www.vintagethamescharters.com
The Genevieve took part in the historic boat section of the Thames River Pageant to mark The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee on Sunday 3rd June 2012.
the real selection With an expertise built up over some 40 years of operating to unspoiled areas of Greece and Cyprus, Sunvil offers the widest choice of holidays away from the crowds. We seek out quieter spots and individual, characterful accommodation, whether a boutique hotel, a village inn, a country cottage or a simple studio. Sunvil also offers a wide range of tailor-made, multi-centre and fly-drive options designed to give a true insight into the area you are visiting.
Discover the real country across Europe, from Scandinavia in the north to Italy in the south, including the Atlantic islands of the Azores. Tailor-made for you, freedom, flexibility and independence are at the heart of every Sunvil Discovery holiday. We offer a wide range of accommodation to suit every taste - from 5-star city centre hotels and converted farmhouses, to beachfront hotels and rustic cottages. Our team of specialists will help you plan each stage of your tailor-made escape.
We have operated bespoke holidays to Latin America since 1995 and feature eleven countries across Central and South America. Options range from ancient Mayan pyramids to fascinating wildlife itineraries – ideal for the adventurous and free-spirited traveller. Creative and honest advice from knowledgeable experts. From character beach-side boutique hotels to remote jungle lodges.
Market leader for bespoke, stress-free weddings and honeymoons, combining years of expertise with a hugely varied selection of idyllic and truly romantic nuptial venues overseas. Planet Holidays programme also features hand-picked four & five star accommodation: from holiday resorts with award-winning spas and pristine golf courses to exclusive adult-only properties, plus intimate boutique hotels and stunning villas with private pools.
Our team of African experts use personal experience to advise travellers on amazing offbeat trips, spectacular safaris and perfectly relaxing Indian Ocean beach breaks. Wild about Africa organises a wide range of guided small-group trips to Namibia, Botswana, Zambia and northern Tanzania.
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