Kefalonia
Villas with soul on Kefalonia
From unrivalled views of world-famous Myrtos beach to garden gate sea access, our villas on Kefalonia all come with their own distinct wow-factor and a special summery vibe.
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Travel guides
Our guide to Kefalonia
The largest of the Ionian Islands, Kefalonia is one of Mother Nature’s masterpieces, as illustrated by the pine-fringed cliffs, the sun-bleached pebbles and the chalky blue waters of Myrtos beach.
Getting there
Fly directly to Kefalonia.
Good to know
- Surface area: 786km2 (approx)
- Population: 36,000 (approx)
- Highest point: Mount Ainos (1,628m)
- Must-read: Captain Corelli’s Mandolin by Louis de Bernières
- The best festival: the Robola Wine Festival (3rd weekend of August)
- Curious fact: at 690m long, the De Bosset Bridge across Argostoli Bay is the longest stone bridge over the sea in the world
From our local specialist
From our local specialist
"To gain a sense of Kefalonia’s long history, I would recommend a visit to the 17th-century Venetian castle at Assos, a little peninsula on the west coast. It’s a bit of a walk to get there, but it’s well worth it, not least for the fabulous views."
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