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Exceptionally Spacious Villa in extensive private grounds, enjoys stunning views
- Villa
- Sleeps: 10
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Min Stay: 7 nights
EXCEPTIONALLY SPACIOUS AND ELEGANT VILLA NESTLED IN 3 ACRES PRIVATE ESTATE
Bedrooms
Bedroom 1
Description of sleeping capacity: Sleeps 8-10 (4 Bedrooms) Notes on bedrooms: Master with king size bed, ensuite bathroom and veranda. Bed 2 with twin beds and veranda. Bed 3 with double bed and balcony. Bed 4 with single bed, sofa bed and balcony. All bedrooms with spacious fitted wardrobes and clock radios.
Amenities
Featured
- Swimming pool
- Internet
- Air Conditioning
- Fireplace
- TV
- Washer & Dryer
- Children Welcome
- Parking
- No Smoking
- Heater
Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 3
- Bathroom 2toilet, tub, shower, bidet
- Bathroom 1toilet, tub, shower, bidet
- Bathroom 3toilet, tub, shower, bidet
- Large luxury en-suite bathroom to bedroom 1 - bath, shower above bath, wc, bidet and washbasin - plenty of storage for toiletries. Bathroom 2 - bath, shower above bath, wc, bidet and washbasin Bathroom 3 - bath, shower above bath,wc, bidet and washbasin
Safety features
- Safe
- Exterior lighting
- First-aid kit
- Carbon-monoxide detector
- Smoke detector
- Deadbolt lock
- Fire extinguisher
Location Type
- Mountain
- Near the ocean
- Village
General
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Linens Providedchanged weekly
- Washing Machine
- Clothes Dryer
- Fireplacedecorative only
- ParkingSecure parking for 3 cars
- Internet
- Towels Providedchanged twice weekly
- Safe
- Wireless Internet
- Iron & Board
- Hair Dryer
- Paper Towels
- Shampoo
- Basic Soaps
- Toilet Paper
- Living RoomA massive living space featuring open plan lounge diner with leather sofas, coffee table, flat screen digital TV, DVD, Hi Fi system, wi-fi, dining table to seat 10.
- Baby Gate
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Oven
- Microwave
- Grill
- Coffee Maker
- Toaster
- Dishes & UtensilsDIshes and utensils appropriate for 10 people
- KitchenLarge fitted kitchen with built in oven, hob, extractor and dishwasher. American style fridge/freezer, microwave, toaster and kettle. Built in storage space, kitchen utensils provided. Additional prep surfaces/ breakfast bar.
- Kettle
Dining
- Seating for 10 people
- Dining Area
- Child's Highchair
Entertainment
- Television
- Stereo
- DVD Player
- Bookssmall library of books
- Gamesselection of classic board games
- Music Library
- Video Libraryselection of well-known films with the tastes of children particularly in mind
Outside
- Lawn / GardenSerene private estate of 4 acres including orchards
- Balcony
- Porch / Veranda
- Deck / Patioextensive terraces - verandas and balconies - with panoramic views
Pool / Spa
- Outdoor Pool
- Communal Poolvery large pool, 23 meters long shared with a small number of other holiday villas. Jacuzzi whirlpool area within the pool
- Spa Whirlpool
- Pool
Notes
- Notes on accommodation: Exceptionally large rooms with air-conditioning throughout. Ample living space for large groups to spread out and enjoy personal space. Furnished to an extremely high standard. Stunning sea and mountain views. Ideal, stress-free holiday for families with young children. A cot and high chair are provided. A selection of DVDs and games are available with children in mind. For your security, a safe is provided. Outside: The villa is surrounded by landscaped gardens and lawns. Through a gate from the fenced lawn area you can explore the extensive, private grounds featuring olive trees, a citrus orchard and secluded seating areas where the peaceful and tranquil environment inspired Lord Byron to write his famous work ‘Don Juan’. A large private pool is shared with less than 20 residents of Metaxata Villas - you will often find sole use. The pool, designed with shallow areas for children and deeper areas for swimmers, is cleaned and maintained daily. The patio and veranda areas are huge and fully furnished with table, chairs and sun loungers. Sit, relax and enjoy a glass of wine or food cooked on the barbeque while looking to a beautiful sunset across the sea. There is off-road parking for 3 cars at the property. Utility Room: Washing machine, cot, ironing board, iron and space for storage of suitcases. Cleaning / Towels / Linen / Maid service: The villa is routinely cleaned once weekly, towels changed twice weekly, linen changed weekly, beach towels not included. Other: The lounge diner opens into a second living area and doubles as 5th sleeping area for large parties, featuring a marble trimmed fireplace, sofa, sofa bed, coffee table and flat screen TV
Policies
Cancellation Policy
- Bookings at this property are non-refundable.
Damage and Incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.
House Rules
Children allowed
No pets
No parties/events
Max guests: 10
Minimum age of primary renter:
Cleaning practices
Cleaned with disinfectant
High-touch surfaces cleaned with disinfectant (like countertops, light switches, handles, and faucets)
Check in and check out with no person-to-person contact
All towels and bedding washed in hot water that’s at least 60ºC/140ºF
Minimum 1-day vacancy between guest stays
Map
Property Manager
Kathy
- Languages:
- english, greek
About Kathy
Hi, I am Kathy, owner of the VIlla Katerina. My early ancestors were pioneers of the 'Silk Road' from China to Constantinople and the name Metaxas comes from 'Metaxi', the Greek word for silk. After the fall of Constantinople in the 11th century, they are believed to have settled in the area of Kefalonia. There the core family remained. Some toiled the land, others became doctors or joined the priesthood. But the prosperity of the family, as was common in Kefalonia, came from shipping. My great-grandfather, grandfather and many uncles were ships' Captains and in the late 19th century, shipowners. I was brought up in the UK and I have visited Kefalonia most summers for over 50 years. I have seen Kefalonia change from an island with no tourism to how it is today, where warm hospitality is offered to tourists within a beautiful and authentic backdrop .
Kathy purchased this Villa in 1949
Why Kathy chose Leivathos
My great grandfather built the original house on the current estate and lived there until the grand old age of 104. My grandfather built the current house in the 1950s. The beautiful and peaceful surroundings have not only supported longlevity but also inspired intellectual creativity. Lord Byron spent some time there when he was writing his famous ‘Don Juan’. Both my grandfather and my father have written and published books while spending time there. For me, the Villa Katerina holds a lifetime of memories. When it came to me, I decided to restore it to its former glory. While incoroporating all the modern day comforts that you would expect to find in a luxury accommodation, I tried to keep the traditional elegance of original features.
What makes this Villa unique
Villa Katerina is now a luxury property that boasts all the fixtures and fittings that you would expect today. It has the high-ceilinged, large rooms typical of older buildings giving a beautiful sensation of space. The extensive space, both indoors and the on external terraces, allow larger groups holidaying together to spread out or spend time together as the mood takes them. Villa Katerina is nestled in three acres of private grounds. Landscaped gardens lead into the stunning swimming pool area, and into other areas where there are orchards or simply quiet spots where our guests can wonder and relax. I have memories of childhood holidays – my grandmother serving lunch after a morning spent on the beach and my grandfather playing his guitar under a blanket of stars on the veranda in the evening. Recently, I have taken pride watching my own children restore part of the old garden. While Villa Katerina is quiet and secluded, I have never got bored or felt isolated there – good beaches, shopping facilities, restaurants etc are all within easy reach. And I never cease to wonder at the beauty of our views.