Captain Corelli

Captain Corelli: Ionian Islands

Step into this palm-lined oasis on Kefalonia with sweeping views of the Ionian Sea and plenty of spots to admire it from. Whether you’re floating about in the glistening pool, basking in the sunshine on a lounger, or dining alfresco under the veranda, you won’t miss the striking blue sea below.

Mastering indoor-outdoor living, this traditional villa comes with sea-facing balconies, so you can wake up and throw open those doors to let the saline breeze in.

For the interior, think tiled flooring, simple wooden furnishings and patio doors that beckon you outside. Bathed in natural light, the open-plan kitchen, living room and dining area is a welcoming and homely space, that’s great for a moment out of the midday sun.

When dinner time arrives, fire up the barbecue and wait for the meat to grill while sipping cocktails on the comfy rattan sofas. For eating out, drive down to the charming villa of Spartia, just five minutes away for a glorious selection of local tavernas, lively bars, and sandy beaches for those romantic post-dinner walks.

Home truths:
*Due to the location of this home, we recommend hiring a car to get the most out of your stay
*There’s ample free parking on the premises
*The road up to the home is steep and fairly bumpy
*There is a cleaning service that will provide fresh bed linens and towels halfway through your stay
*Your host can provide a cot and high chair for free upon request
*One pool towel is provided per guest
*Kefalonia Airport is just a twenty-minute drive away
*The nearest restaurant is an eight-minute drive away