Modern Wonders

Modern Wonders: Lefkada

This lovely stone villa sits amid centuries-old olive trees, creating a serene atmosphere for relaxing. The infinity pool and wooden sun deck are ideal for whiling away lazy afternoons, while the pergola-shaded summer kitchen has everything you need for meals outside. Although the en-suite bedrooms lack some character, we like the lofty beamed ceilings and glass sliding doors in the open-plan living area – especially since the latter offer panoramas of the pool. If you want to explore, this home is 700 meters from Agios Ioannis' sandy beach and ten minutes from the town of Lefkas with shops, museums, old churches, restaurants and bars.

Home truths:
*Your host operates several villas in this complex, so the exact view, layout and furnishings may differ slightly from the photos. However, the overall quality should remain the same.
*Pool maintenance and daily housekeeping are included with your stay.
*The dining table doubles up as a laptop-friendly workspace.
*The swimming pool isn't fenced. If you're bringing little ones, they'll need to be supervised at all times.
*It's a ten-minute walk to shops and restaurants in Lefkas, but there's also private parking for those hiring a car. The nearby beach gets quite windy and is perfect for kite surfing.
*Your host provides a welcome basket to get you started, although you may want to pick up other essentials from the nearby supermarket.