Ion
Vathi, Meganissi
The house with a jetty at the head of the bay
6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Key Highlights
- Garden gate beach/sea access
- Infinity pool
- Sea views
- Short walk to shop(s) / restaurant(s)
- Jetty/dock
- Pizza oven
- Barbecue
- Gym equipment
Gallery
The pool or the sea... the choice is yours at Ion.
Ion's infinity pool seen from the al fresco dining area.
All set for a shady sea-view lunch.
There's plenty of space for everyone.
Ready to take on the sea!
Ion is a beautiful villa in special secluded bay only minutes from the main town. It was really, really well equipped and so felt like home. What stood out? The location, and the villa's pontoon where we could moor our rental boat for the week.
– JC, visited 2026
Overview
- GuestsUp to 6
- Bedrooms3
- Double beds2
- Flexible double/twin bed1
- Bathrooms2
Features and Amenities
The property
- Sea views
- Water sports equipment
- Private parking
Geography
- Garden gate beach/sea access
- Short walk to shop(s) / restaurant(s)
- Jetty/dock
Pool & Wellness
- Infinity pool8x4m
- Gym equipment
Services
- Local knowledge and recommendations
- On-the-ground support
- Wine delivery service
Kitchen & Dining
- Pizza oven
- Barbecue
- Dishwasher
Entertainment & Tech
- Table tennis
- Starlink High-Speed Wi-Fi
- Bluetooth speakers
Includes
- Bespoke itinerary planning and exclusive experiences
- Exclusive use of your private villa and grounds
- Effortless trip sharing with your guests on our online platform
- Award-winning local expertise throughout your stay
Excludes
- Flights
- Car hire
- Transfers
- Meals (unless otherwise specified)
Getting to and around
Bedroom details
- Bedroom 1: double bed (160x200cm), shower room shared with bedroom 2
- Bedroom 2: double bed (160x200cm), shower room shared with bedroom 1
- Bedroom 3: double-twin bed (160/80x200cm), adjacent 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.
About the property
Inside
accommodation at Ion is spread over two floors.The main entrance takes one into an airy, modern, open-plan living and dining area with kitchen. Large sliding glass doors open out onto the surrounding terraces, and other windows drink in the wonderful sea views. Off the hallway is a double-twin bedroom with adjacent family shower room.
Stairs lead up to the first floor, which is home to the remaining accommodation:
- a splendidly panoramic double with its own fabulous shaded terrace overlooking the pool and the bay below
- a double with a balcony
- a shared shower room.
Outside
the main house living area flows out via sliding glass doors onto a panoramic shaded terrace. A few steps lead down from here to the infinity pool, which is surrounded on three sides by an ample terrace furnished with loungers, and a canopied double day bed. To one side of the pool is a large covered al fresco dining and aperitif area served by a small fridge, a built-in barbecue and a wood-fired pizza oven.From either side of the pool area, paths lead down to a lawned terrace and on, through an olive grove, to the translucent waters of Balou Bay and your very own private pontoon - perfect if you plan to hire a boat for a few days or the whole week.
EOT Licence No. 1144681
About the Area
Ion is situated above secluded Balou Bay on the north coast of Meganissi, just a 20-minute walk from the seafront tavernas, shops and harbour of Vathi. This superb position may mean you will not wander too far from your comfortable surroundings, but should you wish to, Meganissi and its neighbouring island, Lefkada, are eminently visitable in a week and there are numerous bays and shingle beaches to explore.
Meganissi covers just 20 square kilometres but has plenty to offer, with numerous bays and beaches to explore, sleepy white-washed villages, such as Katomeri or Spartohori, to wander around and lots of good walking paths in the centre of the island.
The two main harbours of Vathi and Spilia are great spots for dining on fish, whiling away an hour or two with a drink in hand or setting out on one of the frequent ferries to visit other islands in the Ionian archipelago.
Considerations
You may also wish to know that the pool has a minimum depth 1.7m.
Due to the nature of the property including terraces low walls and several drops around the grounds, children must be supervised at all times.
The sea access below this property is via a ladder from the pontoon.
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.
Guest Reviews
Ion is a beautiful villa in special secluded bay only minutes from the main town. It was really, really well equipped and so felt like home. What stood out? The location, and the villa's pontoon where we could moor our rental boat for the week.
JC, visited August 2026
We loved the location of Ion. The view was fabulous too. We could walk into town which was brilliant.
Verified guest, visited July 2026
We had the most wonderful week of R&R at Ion. We loved our time at the villa and the port Vathi with gorgeous restaurants. Having our own pontoon for our boat hire was wonderful! 10/10! Thank you, it's always a pleasure dealing with The Thinking Traveller and the on ground specialist, always happy to assist with our needs.
Verified guest, visited June 2026
Ion was amazing and we had a wonderfully relaxing stay. What stood out was the view and the location.
Verified guest, visited August 2025
Ion and its location was exactly how it was sold to us. We would return.
DC, visited August 2025
Ion was fantastic, a very special place to spend a wonderful family holiday. What stood out was the outdoor area, the direct access to the sea, the pool and being so close to lovely Vathy.
RT, visited July 2025
What stood out about Ion for us was the location, the outside space, and the view. We would return.
RC, visited June 2025
The location of Ion was superb. The outside space of the villa was equally superb, and was a perfectly backdrop for a wonderfully relaxed and comfortable stay. We would return.
Verified guest, visited September 2024
Looking to know more about Ion?
Our Specialists know Ion first-hand. Having personally visited the villa, they can answer your questions, share insider details, and help you find the perfect dates for your stay.
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