The sunset house

12 Guests

6 Bedrooms

6 Bathrooms

Odyssea occupies a privileged cliff-top position on the south coast of Kefalonia. Its warm, burnt orange walls and terracotta-tiled rooves hint at hacienda-style architecture, its manicured Mediterranean gardens and shady terraces invite repose, and its impressive infinity pool sparkles temptingly above the intense blues of the Ionian Sea.

Key Highlights

  • Infinity pool
  • Sea views
  • Walking distance to beach(es)/sea access
  • Walking distance to restaurant(s)
  • Breakfast (incl. ingredients)
  • Daily maid service
  • Barbecue

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Immersive virtual 3D tour of Odyssea.

Aerial views of Odyssea.

Sunset-gazing is a daily ritual at Odyssea.

Sunset-gazing is a daily ritual at Odyssea.

The gorgeous al fresco dining area.

The gorgeous al fresco dining area.

The outdoor living area just outside the living room.

The outdoor living area just outside the living room.

The spacious sea-view living area.

The spacious sea-view living area.

The manicured grounds and Odyssea's handsome, welcoming visage.

The manicured grounds and Odyssea's handsome, welcoming visage.

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Odyssea was excellent. Everyone said it was the best villa we have booked. What stood out was the generous space for 10 people, where everyone had their own bathroom. Plus the wonderful views and pool.

– Verified guest, visited 2025

Overview

  • GuestsUp to 12
  • Bedrooms6
  • Double beds4
  • Flexible double/twin beds2
  • Bathrooms6
  • En-suite bathrooms6 of 6
  • Floor plan

Features and Amenities

The property

  • Sea views
  • Private parking
  • Air conditioning

Geography

  • Walking distance to beach(es)/sea access
  • Walking distance to restaurant(s)

Pool & Wellness

  • Infinity pool
    15x5m

Services

  • Breakfast (incl. ingredients)
  • Daily maid service
  • Local knowledge and recommendations

Kitchen & Dining

  • Barbecue
  • Dishwasher

Entertainment & Tech

  • ADSL Wi-Fi Internet
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Includes

  • IncludedBespoke itinerary planning and exclusive experiences
  • IncludedExclusive use of your private villa and grounds
  • IncludedEffortless trip sharing with your guests on our online platform
  • IncludedAward-winning local expertise throughout your stay

Excludes

  • Not IncludedFlights
  • Not IncludedCar hire
  • Not IncludedTransfers
  • Not IncludedMeals (except breakfast)

Getting to and around

Kefalonia airport4.4km-2.7miles-15mins
Nearest beachesAgios Helis - 10-15mins on foot, 5 mins by car; Avithos - 2km-1.3miles-6mins; Paliolinos - 3.8km-2.4miles-13mins; Spartias - 6.5km-4miles-20mins; Myrtos (arguably the most beautiful beach on the island) - 36km-22.5miles-55mins
Nearest tavernasThere are four tavernas within 1.5km, all walkable
Argostoli (nearest shops, amenities, port)11km-6.8miles-20mins
The Castle of St George7.8km-4.8miles-18mins
Fiskardo57km-35miles-1hr20

Bedroom details

Main House

  • Bedroom 1: double bed (160x200cm) , en-suite shower room
  • Bedroom 2: double-twin beds (90/180x200cm), en-suite shower room
  • Bedroom 3: double bed (180x200cm), en-suite shower room

Independent guest room I

  • Bedroom 4: double bed (180x200cm), en-suite shower room

Independent guest room II

  • Bedroom 5: double-twin beds (90/180x200cm), en-suite shower room

Independent guest room III

  • Bedroom 6: double bed (160x200cm), en-suite shower room

NB: A double-twin bedroom has two single beds that can either be joined together to create a double bed or left separate as two single beds.

Reduced Occupancy

During the shoulder seasons, Odyssea has a reduced price for groups of up to 8 people that only need 4 bedrooms. The bedrooms not required will be closed, but the rest of the villa, its amenities and its grounds will remain at the complete disposal of guests. Should you book the reduced occupancy rate, the main house bedrooms will be prepared for you.
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About the property

Inside

accommodation at Odyssea is spread over a main house on two floors and three independent garden rooms.

One enters the main house from a welcoming arched porch. The hallway inside leads directly to the generously sized living area, whose French doors, one on either side of a central fireplace, bring in the fabulous sea views and allow easy access to the surrounding terraces and gardens. Furnished with a long sofa and a pair of armchairs, there's a pleasing symmetry about this space.

To one end, the hard-wood flooring of the living area flows into a convivial dining room with white-washed wood-beamed ceilings, more sea views, and access to the main al fresco dining area.

Just next to the dining room, and accessed from the living area, is the fully equipped country-style kitchen with large central island. It too features white beamed ceilings and effortlessly serves both the indoor and the outdoor dining areas.

Back by the entrance, the hallway provides access first to a guest WC and then, in a separate wing, to two good-sized bedrooms, a double and a double-twin, both with en-suite shower rooms, sea views and garden access.

The remaining accommodation in the main house is found on the first floor, accessed via a flight of stairs from the entrance hall. Here there is a voluminous suite with lofty wood-beamed ceilings, a double bedroom, a study area, an en-suite shower room, and a pair of French doors opening out onto a splendidly panoramic terrace overlooking the pool, the gardens and the sea.

A few metres from the main house are the three spacious garden rooms:
  • the first has a double bedroom, an en-suite shower room, sea views and a living area with kitchenette
  • the second has a double-twin bedroom, an en-suite shower room and sea views
  • the third has a double bedroom, an en-suite shower room, and will share the living area and kitchenette of the first garden room

Outside

Odyssea offers numerous options for those who love to spend time outside, gazing at the wonderful vistas, lounging serenely, dining long into the night, and having fun.

The living area opens out onto the main al fresco living area, a shady, comfortably furnished sea-view spot under a long gallery of arches. A few steps from here is the wonderful infinity pool, which has a panoramically positioned pergola at one end.

The stone-flagged surround of the pool gives way to a large expanse of manicured emerald green lawn, which wraps around the side of the house, leading to a second large shaded terrace, accessed from the kitchen and the dining room. Furnished both for sitting and dining, and served by a large built-in barbecue, it is a wonderful spot in which to come together and share long convivial meals.

Flanked by burgeoning shrubs and colourful plants, paths weave around the property, past another sea-view sitting area, to the garden rooms, both of which have their own furnished terraces.

Guests lucky enough to be staying in the main bedroom on the first floor, meanwhile, have their very own private terrace, from where the views are arguably at their best.

MHTE/AMA: 0458K92000454***

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About the Area

Odyssea sits on the high cliffs of Kefalonia's south coast, close to a great many beaches, including the one at Ai Helis, which is a 10-to-15-minute walk away. Also within easy walking distance are a selection of tavernas.

Kefalonia is the largest of the Ionian Islands but still easy to discover in a week (even the northernmost tip, with the lovely harbour village of Fiskardo, is only 80 minutes' drive). This is great news, as there's so much to discover, not least in terms of beaches, of which there are great many.

The buzzing island capital, Argostoli is an easy drive away from Odyssea and it's definitely worth spending some time there, not least for its pleasant pedestrianised streets flanked by tavernas, cafés and shops, but also for its market and its museums, one dedicated to archaeology, the other to folklore.

Of historical note is the Venetian Castle of St George, which offers insights into the island's past, while keen walkers will enjoy exploring Mount Ainos, which rises to over 1,600m. Needless to say, the views are unforgettable and well worth the trek.

Just 4km east of Kefalonia is the island of Ithaca and it's easy to spend a day there, thanks to the frequent crossings from the port of Sami.

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Considerations

Odyssea features a fantastic infinity pool, offering swimmers stunning views while in the pool. There is a drop off the infinity side so we recommend children are supervised at all times. Please refer to our general safety page if you would like more information about infinity pools.

Due to the nature of the property including terraces low walls and several drops around the grounds, children must be supervised at all times.

In high season, and particularly on weekends, flights can be heard coming in to land at nearby Kefalonia International Airport.

Please note that due to the risk of wildfires, the use of fire pits and barbecues is restricted when the weather is windy or temperatures are high. This is particularly common in July and August. More information will be provided in your House Guide and via your local specialist.

Read more about our Health and Safety Policy here

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Guest Reviews

Odyssea was excellent. Everyone said it was the best villa we have booked. What stood out was the generous space for 10 people, where everyone had their own bathroom. Plus the wonderful views and pool.

Verified guest, visited July 2025

Odyssea is in an excellent location and the villa staff are very helpful.

Abdulkhadir Shamsuddin, visited March 2025

From the moment the gates to Odyssea opened, we were in heaven. Actually, even before we arrived, I had been in communication with the housekeeper talking about what kinds of foods we would like and what she would prepare for us. As soon as we landed in Kefalonia, she texted that she had seen our plane land. We already felt so welcomed! Odyssea took our breath away! The most gorgeous location. We were up early every morning to see the sunrises and eagerly waited each evening for the sunsets. Both the villa and the pool were gorgeous, and each bedroom was unique and beautiful. Everyone loved the different décor of their rooms. We spent hours sitting in the outside areas and later at night, in the living room, and everything was so comfortable. And decorated so beautifully. It all exceeded what even the gorgeous photos showed! What made our time at Odyssea even more wonderful and memorable was the housekeeper and her team. Instantly, she made us feel so welcomed on her island and as a part of her family - and we felt the same. We all loved her and the others! Her breakfasts were the highlight of our day. We oohed and aahed at every new dish she brought to the table. We all are now back home dreaming of those breakfasts, the fresh air and sun and all the laughter. We also made some dinners with her which were wonderful and delicious and which we are trying to recreate at home. What more can I say? My family of 10 young people in their 20s fell in love with Greece on this trip and are constantly texting me about what they miss. So, we are already planning our trip for 2025. Thank you so much for memories we will have forever!

PD, visited October 2024

Our stay at Odyssea was perfect from every aspect! Thank you for a great experience.

AP, visited May 2024

5 out of 5 for Odyssea. The cleaning person was outstanding, both in terms of the speed with which she completed her duties and the thoroughness thereof.

WF, South Africa, visited September 2022

The spacious sea-view living area.

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