Where pines meet the sea

12 Guests

6 Bedrooms

7 Bathrooms

Cocooned in the vibrantly verdant, pine-aromatic woods of Lefkada's northwest coast, and yet just a couple of minutes' stroll from the irresistible azure waters of the Ionian Sea below, Madreterra has few rivals when it comes to location. This magnificence is matched by the property's generously proportioned interiors, and by its extensive, hedonistically equipped wrap-around terraces.

Key Highlights

  • Infinity pool
  • Walkable to beach/sea
  • Sea views
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor kitchen
  • Walking distance to restaurant(s)
  • Daily maid service
  • Barbecue

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Immersive virtual 3D tour of Madreterra.

Aerial views of Madreterra.

A magical evening atmosphere at Madreterra.

A magical evening atmosphere at Madreterra.

The irresistible infinity pool at Madreterra with its views out to sea.

The irresistible infinity pool at Madreterra with its views out to sea.

Madreterra, sitting in its commanding position above the sea.

Madreterra, sitting in its commanding position above the sea.

The shallow, beach-effect is perfect for young children.

The shallow, beach-effect is perfect for young children.

Al fresco dining with a stunning sea view.

Al fresco dining with a stunning sea view.

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We had our best villa holiday ever at Madreterra. What stood out was the location, the walking distance to the beach, and the quality of the property. Would we return? Yes, it’s a dream villa with an ideal location.

– Verified guest, visited 2026

Overview

  • GuestsUp to 12
  • Bedrooms6
  • Double beds5
  • Flexible double/twin bed1
  • Bathrooms7
  • En-suite bathrooms6 of 7
  • Floor plan

Features and Amenities

The property

  • Sea views
  • Outdoor kitchen
  • Private parking

Geography

  • Walkable to beach/sea
  • Walking distance to restaurant(s)

Pool & Wellness

  • Infinity pool
    13x5.6m
  • Hot tub
  • Gym equipment

Services

  • Daily maid service
  • Local knowledge and recommendations
  • On-the-ground support

Kitchen & Dining

  • Barbecue
  • Dishwasher

Entertainment & Tech

  • Starlink High-Speed Wi-Fi
  • Satellite TV
  • Stereo

Includes

  • IncludedThe Thinking Traveller's expertise to help you fine-tune the logistics of your trip and access to 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 (unless otherwise specified)

Getting to and around

Aktion/Preveza airport36km-22-miles-45mins
Nearest tavernas and shopsIn Kalamitsi - 5km-3miles-10mins or in Agios Nikitas - 11km-7miles-25mins
Nearest beachesRight below the villa, Avali beach - 350metres
Lefkada Town23km-15miles-40mins

Bedroom details

  • Bedroom 1: double bed (160x210cm), en-suite shower room
  • Bedroom 2: double bed (160x210cm), en-suite shower room
  • Bedroom 3: double bed (160x210cm), en-suite shower room
  • Bedroom 4: double-twin bed (200/100x210cm), en-suite shower room
  • Bedroom 5: double bed (160x210cm), en-suite shower room
  • Bedroom 6: double bed (152x210cm), 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, Madreterra has a reduced price for a group of up to 8 that only need up to 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, bedrooms 1-4 will be prepared for you.
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About the property

Inside

accommodation at Madreterra is spread over three floors. The main entrance takes one into a fabulously voluminous open-concept communal area, comprising a spacious living room, with large sofas gathered around a decorative fireplace, a beautiful bespoke half-wood, half-polished concrete dining table, and a stunning kitchen with top-spec appliances, a central island-table and hand-crafted wooden cabinets that merge with polished concrete work surfaces. The generous splendour of this airy, bright space, the high wood-beamed ceilings, and the quality of the fixtures, fittings, furnishings and flooring, set the tone for the rest of the property, while banks of French windows open out onto the surrounding terraces, guaranteeing a seamless indoor-outdoor lifestyle.

An archway between the dining table and the kitchen area leads to a hallway, at the end of which is the first bedroom, a lovely double with en-suite shower room and access to the outdoor areas. Stairs in the hallway lead up and down to more bedrooms.

On the first floor are three bedrooms, two doubles and a double-twin. Both the spacious doubles have superb shaded sea-view balconies, four-poster beds and luxurious en-suite shower rooms. The smaller double-twin also has its own en-suite shower room and sea views.

Back in the hallway on the ground floor, stairs lead down to the lower ground floor, which is home to two more double bedrooms, a smaller one with en-suite shower room, and a larger one with en-suite shower room and access to the surrounding terraces. Between them is a spa room with Jacuzzi, hydromassage/steam room, a gym and a shower room. The lower ground floor also accommodates a laundry room and a guest WC.

Outside

al fresco life at Madreterra revolves around the large sea-facing terraces that fan out in front of the property. Accessed from all the ground floor rooms, these terraces incorporate a shady outdoor kitchen area with barbecue and sink, a large covered dining and sitting area, and a fabulously curvaceous infinity pool with beach effect shallow end.

Views take in not only the alluring azure waters of the Ionian Sea, but also the green, tree-carpeted hills that descend to the beach below – just a short stroll from Madreterra.

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About the Area

Madreterra is situated on the west coast of Lefkada, just below the village of Kalimitsi and a few kilometres south of Agios Nikitas, both of which have a few shops and some good tavernas.

A couple of minutes' stroll below Madreterra is a long stretch of wonderful beach, which runs north and south to join up with the beaches of Kathisma and Megali Petra respectively. There are a couple of bars serving snacks and refreshments along the beach below the property. A selection of other beaches can be reached within a 15-minute drive, while a 40-minute drive to the north will take you to the capital, Lefkada Town, which has a vibrant buzz about it in the summer, thanks to its host of restaurants, bars, shops and its marina.

The area around Madreterra is also ideal for walking as is most of the island's interior: with mountains rising to over 1100m, there is some truly beautiful scenery and a scattering of unspoiled villages where the way of life remains profoundly connected to the island's ancient traditions and customs.

Lefkada measures 35km from its northern tip to the dramatic white cliffs of Cape Lefkatas in the south and just 15km from east to west. This being the case, it is relatively easy to explore in a week (if you can pull yourselves away from the views and pool of the villa!). At its northern point the island is connected to mainland Greece by a floating bridge and, via frequent ferry services from the ports of Nidri and Vasiliki, to several of the other islands of the Ionian archipelago (including nearby Meganissi), making it eminently possible to travel further afield.

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Considerations

Madreterra 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.

Parts of the route to this property include some quite steep twists and turns and/or narrow stretches of road. We recommend guests rent smaller car models rather than large people carriers or mini vans.

Because of natural changes to the coastline from season to season, the sandy beach in front of this property may not look as it does in the photos.

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

We had our best villa holiday ever at Madreterra. What stood out was the location, the walking distance to the beach, and the quality of the property. Would we return? Yes, it’s a dream villa with an ideal location.

Verified guest, visited August 2026

Everything at Madreterra was amazing. We could not have had a better time - the villa and its location are perfect and we would return.

DR, visited July 2026

What stood out about Madreterra? The setting, the views, the scale of the house, the space each bedroom had, the furniture and the style. We enjoyed the heavenly views, the stunning position, and the peace and quiet.

Verified guest, visited August 2025

Madreterra was stunning villa inside and out. The views and the unspoilt surroundings stood out and we had a luxury experience with adventures and relaxation. We loved the sunsets, and the easy walk to an unspoilt and uncrowded beach.

AK, visited June 2025

Madreterra is the perfect place to be at least once in a lifetime. We loved everything.

Verified guest, visited May 2025

Our stay at Madreterra was magical! The house and grounds were absolutely spectacular. What stood out was the location! The views were absolutely incredible. It was isolated enough that you weren't always surrounded by people, but close enough that you could walk to the beach or take a short drive to get into town and pick up a few things.

Michele Kent, visited September 2024

Madreterra is in a stunning stunning location, and has great facilities and lovely staff.

Verified guest, visited July 2024

Madreterra is an amazing villa with spectacular views and a dreamy pool. The privacy of the villa was such a bonus.

FC, visited July 2024

The shallow, beach-effect is perfect for young children.

Looking to know more about Madreterra?

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