EUROPE Greece Ionian Islands Zakynthos Vasilikos Xerocastillo The Summer House (Main House) Property code:

The Villa

The Summer House is built on two acres of green hillside, high on the Vassilikos Peninsula, overlooking one of the prettiest parts of the island, with olive groves and gently rolling hills and a string of beautiful and varied beaches. The main house has exclusive use of the marbled pool terrace, from which to enjoy the stunning views of the sea below and the mainland beyond. The accommodation is airy and tranquil, not overlooked by any other properties, and offers peaceful seclusion from which to enjoy the spectacular setting.

Location

The Vassilikos Peninsula is at the south-eastern end of Zakynthos. Away from, but easily accessible by car to, the commercial resorts with their lively nightlife, water sports, and all you would expect. Zakynthos Town is a wonderful mixture of Venetian and typically Greek island architecture, offering many restaurants, shops, museums and all other amenities, including hospital, banks, post office, etc. Day trips by boat are available to the mainland, Cephallonia and also to more secluded beaches around the island. It's also possible to go sailing.

The northern end of the island is mountainous and rugged, and dotted with small villages less influenced by tourism. The island has an excellent road network and is ideal for walking excursions. From May till October, there are direct flights to Zakynthos from most UK airports, and from Athens throughout the year. The island can also be reached by ferry from the mainland, with connections from Athens by coach.

Accommodation

The main house is entered via a covered patio next to the garage. The door opens into a wonderful large, open-plan living/dining/kitchen area, serviced by three sets of French doors opening onto the magnificent marbled terrace surrounding the mosaic tiled pool, with 10-seat marble dining table and other furniture. Inside there are two seating areas, one with two single sofa-beds, one with two doubles. A large dining table in the fully equipped kitchen area can seat 10 people. The bathroom is also on this level.

Three steps up from the living area is the air-conditioned master suite, with a sunken two-head marble shower in the en-suite bathroom. Upstairs are two double/twin bedrooms, and a seating area, all with beautiful sea views. There is an outdoor shower by the kitchen terrace next to the laundry room with washing machine and ironing facilities. The interior is white, with pine doors and shutters, wooden ceilings with exposed beams and marble floors throughout, including the terrace.

Facilities

The Summer House itself sleeps up to 12 people, but attached there is also a studio and a two bedroom apartment with accommodation for a further 9. These properties are listed separately, and each is designed to function independently, but the three units can be rented as a whole.

Prices

Additional Information

25% non-returnable deposit required with booking. Balance due on arrival. Minimum stay 7 days.

Contact the owner for more information or to make a booking

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