VILLA CARA
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About the home
Villa Cara is beautifully positioned with elevated, breathtaking, uninterupted, panoramic sea views from all rooms in the quiet and peaceful area of Xigia on the north east coast. It is only minutes away from the sandy beach resorts of Alykes and Alykanas (extensive and gently shelving suitable for families and couples) and the charming Port St Nicholas where you can get the ferry to Kephalonia or rent a boat to explore secluded bays, numerous sea caves and the world renowned Navagio ( Shipwreck Bay). A 2 minute walk will take you to pretty Xigia beach (where the sea has natural health spa waters) and a short drive to Makris Gialos beach (so beautiful you will want to stay there forever). There is a local taverna within two minutes walking distance and several outstanding tavernas just a few minutes drive along the coast road (Xigia Taverna at the top of the bay is a must). The nearest village, Orthonies, has a mini market and coffee shop. Volimes (10 mins drive) has more excellant traditional tavernas, a post office and some small shops offering hand made products such as carpets, llinen, earthenwear and pottery. Zakynthos capital town and port is a 20 minute drive away and is definitely well worth a visit for sightseeing, shopping and also more excellent tavernas. The villa has been furnished to an excellent luxurious standard and is set within its own gated gardens with private pool. There is an open plan kitchen/dining/living area (with log fire) and leading from the living room is a spacious terrace with stunning sea views and facilities for al fresco dining. There is one double and two twin bedrooms all with balconies with outstanding sea views - perfect for watching the beautiful sunrise every morning.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 8, 3 bedrooms |
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| Nearest beach: | Xigia 450m, Makris Gialos 1.5km |
| Will consider: | Corporate lets Long lets Short breaks |
| Access: | Car essential Nearest amenities: 3km |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Unsuitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | No pets allowed No smoking at this property Self-catering |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | Log fire, DVD player, Sea view |
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| General: | Air conditioning, TV, CD player |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer |
| Utilities: | Clothes dryer, Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 3 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms of which 1 family bathroom and 1 shower room |
| Furniture: | Sofabeds (2), Single beds (4), Double beds (1), Cots (1), Dining seating for 8, Lounge seating for 6 |
| Other: | Linen provided, please check with the advertiser regarding towels Highchair available |
| Outdoors: | Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden |
| Access: | Secure parking |
Further details indoors:
Villa Cara sleeps 8 people (adults and children), There is one double bedroon, two twin bedromms and a sofa bed that sleeps 2. There is also an infant cot available for your use.
Further details outdoors:
Villa Cara is newly built in 2008 and therefore the gardens, whilst landscaped and completely safe, are not yet fully established. We feel, however, that the position of the villa with its breathtaking panoramic sea views will more than delight all of our guests.
Further details
Strictly no smoking within the house or on the balconies but ashtrays will be provided for use outside of the house.
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The Ionian Islands region
Zante or Zakynthos as it is known, is one of the favourite Greek islands. The southernmost and reputedly sunniest of all the Ionian islands, Zakynthos is also the most fertile, colourful and quite possibly the most beautiful too. Fringed with magnificent sandy beaches (many with nothing more on their shores than a solitary taverna), lapped by crystal clear amethyst seas and with a backdrop of rugged mountains covered with forests and olive groves, few who visit could fail to be captivated by its natural charm.
The Zakynthos / Xigia area
The towns of the island bustle and thrive with everyday life. The capital Zakynthos Town is beautiful and full of the influence of its Italian ancestors that it is regularly referred to as 'the Venice of the South'. Here you will find shops, banks, museums, tavernas, an outside cinema and the main hospital. Zakynthos is rich in beauty and tradition, both historical and cultural and it is this, combined with the famous Zakynthian hospitality, that has visitors returning to its shores year after year - including the Loggerhead turtle! As one of the last remaining nesting sites of the endangered 'Carreta-Carreta', to the south, the dramatic Gerakas peninsular has recently been designated the first protected marine park in the Mediterranean. To the north there are the blue caves which are popular with scuba divers and the famous Navagio Shipwreck bay - only accessible by sea.The Peligoni Club is only 10 minutes away, ideal for families, it offers sailing & windsurfing as well as bars and restaurant which are open to all.For water lovers and particularly children, there is Water World, about 15km away on the road to Zakynthos town.
How to get there
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| Airport: | Zakynthos: 20 km |
| Ferry: | Port St Nicholaos: 7 km |
BY AIR - Daily schedule and charter flights from all major airports May to October plus with effect from 1st April fantastically low cost easyjet flights direct from London Gatwick. As well as direct flights to the island you can also take a schedule flight to Athens: www.easyjet.com, www.ba.com, www.olympicairlines.com, then take the daily 45 min flight on to Zakynthos with Olympic Airlines.BYCAR/BUS - Alternatively, (and cheaper than the flight), a regular coach/ferry service runs from Athens Bus Terminal to Zakynthos Town. Local buses run frequently between Athens airport and the Athens Bus Terminal. You would use the daily bus services from Athens & Patras - the national bus company (KTEL) www.ktel.org. The trip Athens - Kyllini lasts around 4 hours. From Kyllini there is ferry boat to Zakynthos that takes 1 hour and 15 minutes.If you travel by car as well as travelling from Athens as per the bus route above, you can also reach us via Italy (Venice, Trieste, Ancona, Bari, Brindisi) on the ferry www.allgreekferries.com (18 hour crossing from Ancona) or ferry operators for Patras in Greece. From Patras it is a 1 hour drive by car or bus to Kyllini port in which you can get the ferry to Zakynthos.
Activities near Zakynthos
Watersports
Waterpark
Horse Riding
Fishing
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
Beach or lakeside relaxation
Cycling holidays
Reviews
 30 Aug 2011 |
Lovely villa in a lovely area. Swimming pool was nice & great views. If you're looking for a quiet, relaxing time, not doing anything then you may not need a car but if you fancy going out on your holiday then you'll definitely need a car as there isn't much within walking distance. The villa was in good condition & maintained well by the cleaners. |
19 Jul 2011 |
Beautiful villa located on the quiet north east shore of Zakynthos. Very comfortable and well appointed with own pool. Lovely beaches and coves within walking distance. Enjoyed watching birds and bats dipping into pool to drink! Plenty of good local tavernas offering traditional Greek food and hospitality. Car essential as nearest village with shops is a few km away. |
29 Jun 2011 |
I have just returned form holidaying in this Villa and am still dreaming of those beautiful sunrises that poured in through the bedroom window every morning. What a perfect start to the day. The Villa was wonderful - immaculately clean and tidy when we arrived and more than comfortable - the location is awesome: peace and tranquility personified but within easy reach of beaches (Xigia is just gorgeous) and relative nightlife if so desired. The local tavernas offered amazing food at value for money prices with excellent friendly service. I can't remember the last time I unwound so quickly. Can't wait to go back! |
Guestbook for VILLA CARA
"A truly breathtaking view!. Fabulous villa with all the amenities needed. Excellent local beaches(my favouties were Xigia and Makris Gialos) and great tavernas nearby. The boat trips around the Blue Caves are a must."
"The children loved playing in the pool and watching and waving at the boats sailing past. The beach at Alykes was perfect for us all but particulalry the children as it is warm and gentlly shelving - you could go out for miles!"
"Fantastic holiday - everything we needed both in the villa and on the island - peaceful yet not far from great beaches and sightseeing activities. Plenty of choice of good tavernas with such great hospitality We will definitely be returning."
"I have just returned form holidaying in this Villa and am still dreaming of those beautiful sunrises that poured in through the bedroom window every morning. What a perfect start to the day. The Villa was wonderful - immaculately clean and tidy when we arrived and more than comfortable - the location is awesome: peace and tranquility personified but within easy reach of beaches (Xigia is just gorgeous) and relative nightlife if so desired. The local tavernas offered amazing food at value for money prices with excellent friendly service. I can't remember the last time I unwound so quickly. Can't wait to go back!"
"We had a fabulous time and it was without doubt the best villa we've ever stayed in. What a magical view to wake up to every day"
"We have just returned from a lovely week at Villa Cara. We were very impressed with the villa - and the pool was gorgeous. Everything was maintained to a high standard. We found the villa with no problems with your instructions - many thanks. The local Xigia beach was lovely - and we enjoyed the hospitality of the local tavernas. All in all an excellent holiday!"
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: British £ | Convert to: |
| Prices for group size 8 | ||||||
| Period | From | To | Weekly | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
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| JUNE, JULY, AUG 2011 | 1 Jun 11 | 1 Sep 11 | £ 1600 | - | - | 1 Week |
| SEPT 2011 | 1 Sep 11 | 1 Oct 11 | £ 1200 | - | - | 1 Week |
| OCT 2011 | 1 Oct 11 | 1 Nov 11 | £ 800 | - | - | 1 Week |
| NOV & DEC 2011 | 1 Nov 11 | 1 Jan 12 | £ 500 | - | - | 1 Week |
| 1 Jan 12 | 1 Mar 12 | £ 500 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 1 Mar 12 | 1 Apr 12 | £ 600 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 1 Apr 12 | 1 May 12 | £ 700 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 1 May 12 | 1 Jun 12 | £ 1200 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 1 Jun 12 | 1 Sep 12 | £ 1600 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 1 Sep 12 | 1 Oct 12 | £ 1200 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 1 Oct 12 | 1 Nov 12 | £ 800 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 1 Nov 12 | 1 Jan 13 | £ 500 | - | - | 1 Week | |
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Overlapping months will be charged on a pro rata basis. For example 25 May to 8th June will be 7 days @ £1200 pw plus 7 days @ £1600 pw. Total cost £2800 for 14 nights. A 25% deposit is required on booking with balance payable 10 weeks prior to holiday.Payment in full required for bookings made less than 10 weeks before holiday.Security deposit of £200 against damages to be included with final payment, refundable following return of keys and provided no damage or loss is reported by the Management Company.Zakynthos' main tourist season is 1st April to 31st October. During this period direct flights are available from the UK. Outside of these dates (in the closed season) you will have to fly via mainland Greece (Athens) from the UK.
Availability
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Contact the owner
* Required fields Please check the following errors: | 3 years listed You are contacting Samantha Brady
Languages spoken   The owner is based in the United Kingdom and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2008. This villa has received 3 reviews from previous guests.  |
