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Villa Helios (first floor)
Swimming pool
Kitchen
Interior
Living room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 483 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Kalligata, kefalonia
  • Avithos Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Svoronata Marina
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Port of Argostoli
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Argostolion (EFL-Kefalonia Island Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Master bedroom

1 Double Bed

Twin bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Ensuite bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Shared bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Villa Helios - Fully equipped, countryside location, sea views, pool & BBQ

*** No exit cleaning charges **** Free air conditioning ***

This first floor apartment boasts fantastic views of the sea and will be ideal for not only a romantic break but also family holidays; ideal for 4.
It is close to the island's capital Argostoli and the holiday resort of Lassi.

The apartment has an indoor dining area and an outdoor dining area overlooking the pool.
Wifi and air-conditioning throughout (included in the price).
Fully equipped kitchen, with washing machine and dishwasher.
Smart TV and sound bar in the living room.
The private pool and BBQ area is shared with the apartment below.

Apartment description :
Bedroom 1: Double bedded room with plenty of built-in storage space and en-suite bathroom (large full width shower cubical). Safety deposit box fitted. Large private balcony to relax and admire the views to die for of nearby Zakynthos and Dias islands.
Bedroom 2: Two single beds again with plenty of built-in storage space. Private balcony.
Second bathroom : accessible from the hall way. Also includes large full width shower cubical.
Additional property info :
There are a number of books in English, Kefalonia guide books and card games.
Towels and linen are provided. For bookings of 10 days or more, a mid-stay clean is included at no extra charge.
For smaller stays, should you require a mid-stay clean it can be provided for an additional charge.
No exit clean charge.
The BBQ area is alongside the pool which provides a romantic back drop to the evening when lit with underwater lighting.
In the unlikely event that you have any issues we are always available.

Villa Helios is set in the picturesque village of Kaligata. There are fruit and olive trees around the area which give a very Mediterranean feel to the place. Vineyards are everywhere to be seen as you will discover, as this was the home of the Calliga Winery a favorite for the Robola wines. There is a winery on the way to the nearby beach (Sarris winery).
Within 10 mns walk is Marina's Bar in the centre of Kourkoumelata. It’s a café bar with a lovely view on the surrounding countryside / coast and an extensive snack & drink menu.
There is also a well-stocked supermarket about 5 mns drive, 20 mns walk.
Just 15 minutes’ walk away (5 mns drive) is Avithos beach with its views of Zakynthos and Dias islands. Here you will find three lovely bar/restaurants for refreshments: Avithos Preview Taverna, To Enetiko (with a private parking area) and a beach bar.
A car is recommended for your stay but alternatively there is the local English speaking taxi service.

Argostoli is a 15 minutes’ drive. It is the capital of the island and has many bars and restaurants and lots of shopping options with pedestrian streets. Quite often you will share the port with the turtles that are waiting for the fishermen to feast on leftover fish!

Villa Helios is the ideal place for those who are looking for a self-catering arrangement but also within a short walk of a number of bars and restaurants or a short drive to the resort of Lassi (10 mns) with its wide range of bars & restaurants offering both international and Greek cuisine, its lovely beaches and a great dive center (for all levels + PADI certifications). I am a diver (AOW) and have been diving with them for a number of years ! :)

Kayak and paddle excursions nearby. Again highly recommended !

We will be happy to give you our personal recommendations for car hire, restaurants or days out and help make the most of your holiday in Kefalonia.

Property manager

Muriel Le Pallec, Anthony Norris

Languages

English, French, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 00001356951

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

About the area

Argostoli

Located in Kefalonia, this villa is in a rural area and by the sea. While the natural beauty of Trapezaki Beach and Lourdas Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Port of Argostoli. Kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Kalligata, kefalonia

What's nearby

  • Avithos Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Svoronata Marina - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Ai Helis Beach - 7 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Ammes Beach - 7 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Port of Argostoli - 11 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

  • Argostolion (EFL-Kefalonia Island Intl.) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Costa - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ikaros - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Marina - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Obelix - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Esperides - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa Helios - Fully equipped, countryside location, sea views, pool & BBQ have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Villa Helios - Fully equipped, countryside location, sea views, pool & BBQ pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa Helios - Fully equipped, countryside location, sea views, pool & BBQ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Helios - Fully equipped, countryside location, sea views, pool & BBQ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa Helios - Fully equipped, countryside location, sea views, pool & BBQ located?

This family-friendly Kefalonia villa is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Ionian Sea, Lygia Beach and Avithos Beach. Ai Helis Beach and Svoronata Marina are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

8.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nina L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We will be back!

From the seamless booking arrangements to the entire experience, was perfect. The Villa is a little isolated (if you dont have a car) but the tranquil surroundings and views make it a perfect place to escape and truly connect with this breathtaking island. Thank you Muriel for being the most amazing host and looking after us. I hope to return soon. Best wishes, Nina
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie B.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely villa

Villa Helios is a very well appointed apartment within easy reach of Avithos beach and a great base to explore the island. Muriel was a fantastic host and very responsive to any questions we had
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

graham r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

A car is a must

A car is a must unless your a hiking enthusiast but nice place to stay with a decent pool & comfortable beds with nice views
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenny Turner

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely apartment

We had a lovely stay at villa Helios, the apartment was clean and big big enough for the 4 of us. The pool was great too. Although shared, it wasn’t a problem, our kids played with the kids that were on holiday downstairs. The location is a short drive from the airport, and beaches all very close. All in all, a lovely holiday had by all! Thank you!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

sébastien R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellente location et emplacement !!

Séjour d'une semaine dans la villa de Muriel et Anthony. Nous étions à l'étage de la villa, vue sur mer. Rien à dire : la villa est propre et fonctionnelle, nos hôtes pensent à tout avec le minimum dans les placards pour démarrer un bon séjour. La communication avec Muriel se fait en Français et tout est expliqué clairement pour l'accès à la villa ainsi que des infos pratiques pour visiter sur place. L'emplacement est idéal avec de belles plages dans le sud à 15 minutes de l'aéroport. Se déplacer sur l'ile est facile, ne pas hésiter à demander à Muriel des conseils pour la location d'un véhicule avec Poly. Sinon de nombreuses possibilités d'agence de location sur place. Les literies sont confortables et les clim fonctionnelles. Muriel est à votre écoute pour tout conseil. Quand nous avons eu besoin, elle a répondu présente. Nous recommandons la villa et la gentillesse de nos hôtes. Encore merci pour avoir partagé votre ile magnifique !!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Norbert B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Alles war perfekt.

Wir kommen gerne wieder.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fiona A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

We had a wonderful week at villa Helios. A taste of peace and tranquility with just a short distance to a beautiful beach and nearby villages. We didn’t hire a car in the end, it would have been beneficial but the local taxi service was amazing and easy to use. A fab little villa with amazing views. The only thing that annoyed us was the amount of wasps! Apparently drunk from the local grapes. Thank you for an easy and relaxing stay
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Schöne Tage auf Kefalonia

Villa Helios ist sauber, gemütlich eingerichtet und für 4 Personen ausreichend groß. Ein guter Startpunkt, um Ausflüge über die Insel zu machen, dann in den Pol zu springen und den Abend auf dem großen Balkon ausklingen zu lassen. Wir haben uns sehr wohlgefühlt. Falls wir nochmal dort hin kommen, würden wir wieder beim "Sonnengott" wohnen.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything we wanted!

A lovely apartment with beautiful views in peaceful location. The family really enjoyed the comfortable, well equipped accommodation and had such fun in the pool. The hosts were very kind and helpful. Would love to return one day.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

tony b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great villa, great people, great island

We loved our stay at Villa Helios, the property was very nice and exactly what we expected. Very clean and comfortable with lovely views out to see from the balcony, great to have your breakfast on or that last glass of wine watching the sun go down. Beds and facilities were good with no issues at all. You definitely need a car here to get about, however once you get your bearings it's easy to get around. Lot's of nice restaurants within 15 mins drive - particularly recommend The Olive Lounge and El Borgho, both quite close to each other near the castle, fantastic food and views at both. The pool was great and very welcome to cool off in as the weather was perfect for all the time we were here. No issues with it being shared, mostly we had it to ourselves anyway. All in all we would highly recommend Villa Helios for a family getaway.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

elisa z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bellissima casa con tutto quello che serve per una vacanza ...piscina compresa!!

Tutto è andato bene. La casa è deliziosa, attrezzata di tutti i comfort.. veramente eccezionale...!!! La consiglio vivamente!!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bewertung

Hat alles sehr gut geklappt, schöne Lage , ausreichend Informationen. Bob hat alle zwei Tag den Pool gereinigt und war immer für uns da falls es Fragen gab.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kolbjørn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Flott utleieleilighet

Flott leilighet med alt vi trenger for en ukes ferie. Veldig bra service og oppfølging av verter underveis i oppholdet. Fin utsikt, god uteplass både rundt basseng, og på ballkong i 2. etasje. Her kan vi veldig gjerne bo flere ganger :-)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gary V.

Wonderful vacation

Wonderful property in beautiful location
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Sherry W., Winter Haven

Very good Location and Comfortable

The managers Paul And Sara were the best. They were friendly and very helpful. I would give this accommodation five stars but I had a few very minor issues. One issue was I would have been content if I were told the WiFi available was limited. As a result, I used the daily WiFi data up on my first night while streaming Netflix. The utilities went out the next day and I assumed the router needed reset, as what I’m accustomed to. Because, I reset the WiFi router I shut down the complete WiFi system altogether. So two days without internet I decided, I’d pay what it takes to get internet up again. After speaking with Sara, I was informed about how WiFi works on Kefalonia and decided; because of my ignorance, I should pay the 35 euros to have a service tech come and reset the router. All was good when the tech arrived in a very timely manner. Thank you , Sara. One other issue is that the cooking utensils for Teflon skillets should be plastic. We were concerned about using the metal ones, the only ones provided. All else was fantastic and I would highly recommend this villa as well as return again. Thanks again to Paul and Sara.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Kate H.

Lovely property

Had a fab 10days at this villa. Definitely need to hire a car to get about but beaches and restaurants are still in walking distance. Think there maybe a fault with electric fuse board as had 2 separate power cuts when used the oven but didn't effect the experience at all. Thank you
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

wendy o.

Lovely clean well equiped Villa in qquiet location

We had a great time here for a week, 4 adults and a teenager who got the bed settee. Well equipped although the washing machine broke down and was being replaced during our weeks stay, there was a problem with the heating but the guy (Paul ) who looks after the pools and maintenance came and sorted,and was really helpful. A car is a requirement as it is a little off the beaten track,but only 5 min drive to local shop and beach. Local car hire, Sagitarius were fabulous and realy looked after us, Only critisim would be the mattresses, which could do with an upgrade as not the most comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

sonja k.

Wunderschöne Wohnung mit toller Aussicht und Traum-Pool

Hat alles gepasst: Lage (viele schöne Strände in der Nähe, 5 Min. vom Flughafen), Ausstattung der Wohnung, Kommunikation mit Gastgebern. Wer Ruhe sucht und eine komfortable Unterkunft (Klima!) liegt hier richtig.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Nice villa apartement. Nice surroundings.

We really loved our week in this villa apartement. The surroundings is fabulous with olive trees and a stunning wiew over the see. It´s only a 10 minutes walk to Avithos beach which is really nice with good restaurants. It´s not the most crowded area on the island which we liked. We do really recomend this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

MARTIN R.

XXI Century is now!!!

The house is spectacular!!!. Highly recommended. But it is not easy to access with your own car, and the indications we receive are the same as those written by our grandmother... Today there are Gooble Maps, Earth, geographic coordinates, etc. Arriving at 10 pm at night was not easy. But get away from that topic, the rest: 10 points. Martin from Argentina
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

Amazing

Lovely villa. Shared pool is with property below but it was never an issue. Well equipped villa with wifi and aircon and all the cooking and cleaning utensils provided. 15 mins drive from the airport. Avithos beach was an easy 15 min walk down the hill. Nice restaurants within walking distance including the Marina Snack Bar where Caitlin was fantastic. Plenty of places within easy driving distance (a car is essential). Fantastic place, fantastic location and fantastic island.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rita V., italy

Molto bella.

Bella casa,spaziosa,accessoriata di tutto,ottima posizione,vista meravigliosa,piscina pulita. E' stato un pò più complicato di quello che immaginavamo trovarla.Silenziosa.Nella piscina c'eravamo praticamente solo noi.La terrazza è spaziosa e ci si mangia comodamente.E' arredata con gusto.Il divano letto ha un materasso un pò sottile e così abbiamo usato entrambi i materassi dei divani.Aveva anche qualche detersivo, sale ,olio a disposizione. Pulita!!!!Veramente ok!!!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

marion

A great stay at Villa Helios

Lovely accommodation in a well situated location only 15 minutes drive from the airport and in walking distance of the beach. There was a beautiful view of the Ionian Sea which we thoroughly enjoyed whilst eating & relaxing on the balcony. The Villa was clean, comfortable and well equipped. Joanne & Neil were very helpful & quick to respond providing us with an excellent booking experience. We would happily recommend this property to anyone wanting a relaxing base for their holiday in the lovely Island of Kefalonia. For anyone wanting to dive in Kefalonia visit Pirates Diving in Lassi. George & Eva are really friendly & helpful - my son & his girlfriend had a fantastic time with them. All in all a wonderful week. Many thanks
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Veronique B.

Great holiday destination

Lovely villa in a peaceful rural setting. The villa was comfortable and well appointed, it was clean and well maintained and the property managers were helpful and accessible. The location is fabulous with breathtaking views. We found all the locals friendly and charming, great local beaches and bars and restaurants. The pool area was a good size with plenty of sun loungers to accomodate both villas. All communication with the owners was easy and all the information supplied very helpful. Would highly recommend it and would use it again. My only request to the owners would be new and larger bathroom towels, but certainly not a deal breaker! A beautiful Island and well worth a visit!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

Fantastic villa, wonderful holiday

Villa Helios was perfect. The view every morning was breathtaking. The villa is in a great location, really quiet and peaceful. The property was super clean with every possible facility we could need. The pool was lovely and clean and maintained every two days. The property managers on the island were so helpful, even giving us a lift to the airport to pick up a hire car. A car was fairly essential if you want to see the rest of the island but we did without one for a couple of days and explored locally where there are some lovely beaches and tavernas. The rest of the island is totally stunning and well worth exploring from north to south. We booked our holiday fairly last minute as had our previous accomodation was cancelled at last minute. Owner Joanne couldnt have been more helpful. She phoned us up when we contacted her and then emailed all the directions and info, all of which was spot on. Thank you so much. We had an amazing holiday and hope to come back very soon.

About the host

Hosted by Muriel Le Pallec, Anthony Norris

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We are an anglo-French couple living in France with an 11 year-old daughter and a Golden Retriever called Ouzo ! :)
We fell in love with Kefalonia on our first visit back in 2003 and have been coming back to the island ever since.

Why they chose this property

We always dreamt of having our own place in Kefalonia and there it is!

What makes this property unique

It is situated in a charming little village and boasts fantastic views of the sea and surrounding countryside. The large balcony is perfect for outdoor dining.

We hope you will enjoy it as much as we do !

Languages:

English, French, Spanish