Explore
the magic of Cephalonia and Ithaca
Holidays on the Greek Island of Ithaca
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Probably
the most legendary of all Greek islands, Ithaca is still one of
the least known. Beautiful and still unspoiled by tourism, the island
of Odysseus is only a short distance from Cephalonia. These islands
are undoubtedly the jewels of the Ionian.
Ithaca is the second smallest and the most under-developed island in the Ionian. Here you will find a special magic at every turn. Beauty reigns supreme throughout. In the trees and mountains. In the impossibly blue sea. And in every little village with their brightly coloured blue doors and rough walls lost under countless layers of whitewash. Nestling under stunning sunsets. Days are slow and tranquil. Life is unhurried and pleasure is found in the most simple of pastimes.
“Ithaca is beautiful, everything we wanted it to be…. magnificent…peaceful relaxation”
“Thank you very much for making our holiday so special, we will certainly be back for more.”
One
thing you can never escape in Ithaca is the sea. From virtually
any vantage point, the sea is visible in one, two or even three
directions. Ithaca is fringed by lovely white pebbly beaches, many
of which can only be reached by sea. Hire a little boat from Kioni
or Frikes and you may find yourself on your own private hideaway.
A clean fragrant bay lapped by the warm, gentle water of the placid
Ionian Sea.
Items
found on Ithaca go back as far as 4000 BC and by Mycenaean times,
a kingdom comprising Cephalonia, Zakinthos, Lefkas and part of the
Peloponnesian coast was established with Ithaca as its capital.
It was under Odysseus that this kingdom reached its prime sending
12 ships to the Trojan War.
Ithaca's lack of tourists, its mythological past and its outstanding natural beauty make it an island not to be missed. A peaceful and traditional Greek island, with friendly villagers and sparsely populated beaches.
For our holiday accommodation in Ithaca, we have chosen two beautiful settings, each typifying the special beauty and tranquillity of this mythical island.
Self catering accommodation in Ithaca
The
Boat House, Kavos,Vathi, Ithaca - House
for 2
The Boat House presents high quality accommodation and wonderful views - perfect for a Greek-o-File couple and ideal for honeymooners.
The
Up House, Vathi, Ithaca - House
for 4
The location of this superb house is marvellous; the panorama of Vathi is spread delightfully before you. The traditional exterior disguises an interior that oozes quality.
Levendis
Estate Cottages, Aphales Bay, Ithaca - Cottages for 4As you gradually wind down the tree-lined lane from Stavros your expectations of having found something very special begin to rise. Yet even so, once through the gate to the estate it still comes as a breathtaking surprise to behold the vista that is Levendis.
Loutsa Villas, Vathi, Ithaca - 2 Villas for 4
Vathi is one of the most beautiful natural harbours in Greece and at the most northerly edge of this outstanding bay is the small sand and shingle cove of Loutsa. Here, embraced by hillsides and fronted by gardens looking out to the beach, are the Loutsa Villas.
Dendra Estate Houses, Vathi Ithaca - Houses for 2
Elevated above the beautiful Dexa Bay the Dendra Estate is a sublime, peaceful location on a beautiful hillside. Extensive grounds and attractive gardens resplendent with many olive trees is the setting for the stunning Amalthia and Arethousa houses which are a tribute to the owners design and taste.
Find out more about the historic harbour village of Vathi, Ithaca
