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Villa Nireaus

Villa in Kefalonia with private pool and kitchen

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Ample covered area at poolside Villa Nireaus
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Villa Nireaus Kefalonia
Villa Nireaus Kefalonia

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom3 bathroomsSleeps 5100 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Sami, Kefalonia
  • Place, Drogarati Cave
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Melissani Cave Lake
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Port of Argostoli
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Airport, Argostolion (EFL-Kefalonia Island Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Villa Nireaus

Set amongst the pine woodland that tops the descent into the fishing village of Sami, this outstanding location offers superb views over Sami Bay with Ithaki in the far distance and the lush hillsides embracing it on three sides.Electric gates ensure that stray members of the local goat herds don’t stray into the grounds, which are well tended, planted with flowering shrubs and citrus trees and with a neatly mown lawn.The light and spacious villa is furnished in an easy contemporary style throughout.LocationIt’s less than a 5 min drive down the hill into Sami where tavernas and cafes line the waterfront, prime position, in the morning, to sip a freddo cappuccino and watch the sailing boats come and go and to check the ferries are running on schedule.Although Sami does have a beach of its own beyond the harbour, it really is well worthwhile making the trip round to the next bay to Antisamos beach. Here pine cloaked mountains drop steeply down to the sea with their colours reflected in the crystal clear waters and edged by a crescent of white pebble beach. There are some sunbeds and a taverna backing the beach for lunch or a refreshing drink. Along the coast immediately north of Sami are several small coves and a little further on, the beach of Agia Paraskevi has water sport facilities.Outside Villa NireausSwimming Pool - 8m x 4m, depth 0.8m x 1.5 mPoolside Sun Terrace - Sun beds, parasols, double hammock. Sea views.BBQ - Barbecue house with dining area and sink.Pergola - Rattan sofa set.Covered dining terrace - Table and chairs plus egg swing.Garden - Flower beds and lawn. Inside Villa NireausGround floorOpen Plan Living RoomLiving area -Sofa, and chairs, TV (limited channels/news only), French doors to sea view terrace. Air Con Unit Dining area - Table and chairs, French doors to sea view terrace.Kitchen area - Dishwasher, 4 ring hob and electric oven, microwave, espresso maker (Nespresso original capsules) and large fridge freezer.Shower Room - Shower, wash basin, WC, washing machine.First floorTwin bedroom, en suite bathroom - 2 single beds, TV, bedside tables, sliding patio doors to pool and sea view balcony. Ensuite bath with shower over, washbasin WC. Air Con unit.Double bedroom, en suite shower room. - 1 Double bed, TV, wardrobes, sliding patio doors to pool and sea view balcony. En suite shower, wash basin, W.C. Air Con. unitHousekeepingYour Villa will be prepared for you on arrival with fresh bath and hand towels and all beds made up. For stays of 7 nights or more - house towels will be changed every 3 - 4 days. For stays of 14 nights or more - bed linen will be changed every 7 days. Pool/beach towels - one per person for the duration of your stay.Parking - Parking on the driveway

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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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
Checkin 16:00-00:00

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property registration number EOT-MHTE-08-30-Κ-10-08782

We should mention

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

About the area

Sami

Located in Kefalonia, this villa is in a rural area. While the natural beauty of Lourdas Beach and Myrtos Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Port of Argostoli. Museum of Natural History of Kefalonia and Ithaca and Navy - Folklore Museum of Ithaca are also worth visiting.
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Sami, Kefalonia

What's nearby

  • Drogarati Cave - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Karavomilos Beach - 5 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Melissani Cave Lake - 8 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Acropolis of Sami - 12 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Port of Argostoli - 25 min drive - 21.8 km

Getting around

  • Argostolion (EFL-Kefalonia Island Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Familia - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Adonis - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Art Katerina - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪karnagio - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Soulatso - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Villa Nireaus pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa Nireaus?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Nireaus?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa Nireaus located?

Situated in a rural location, this villa is steps from Ionian Sea and 1.8 mi (3 km) from Drogarati Cave. Karavomilos Beach and Melissani Cave Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Alexa

Villa Nireaus

Villa was clean with the normal freelance villas high standards. Great furniture and facilities. Very close to Sami for shops etc. We often drove into Agia Efima for the evening which was about 15 minute drive. We were quite disappointed to discover that other villas were in the process of being constructed very close to this villa. One in particular to the left of the villa which was a large ugly concrete building really impacts on the wonderful view over Sami. The pictures online don't show this at all so guests will only find out when they arrive. While we enjoy freelance villas we are put off coming to this villa again as it looks like it's becoming part of a complex with three other villas in construction in close proximity. Hot water was not always accessible.

10/10 Excellent

Gypsie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Villa trsè agréable situé idéallement dans l 'ile de Céphalonie pour pouvoir visiter toute une partie de l 'ile. Le port de Sami est très sympa et juste en face l'ile d'Ithaque. Assez peu de plages aménagées dans cette partie de l 'ile mais possibilité de découvir des coins magiques en loin de s bateaux sans permis. La villa est un peu isolée donc il est impératif d'avoir une voiture.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Craig

Returned after 10 years

Pretty much everything apart from the weather , which I can’t put down to you .
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10/10 Excellent

Samantha

A lovely comfortable villa

The views from the property are stunning as it’s set back in the mountains overlooking Sami bay and Ithaca. The long balcony off each bedroom was a great place to sit in the evenings and the poolside area really well thought out with lots of shaded spots. The air con was a welcome touch on some hot days and worked really well. There was also lots of storage and a large kitchen. The customer service when we had some nosie issues on tree cutting wasn’t dealt with initially very well but has since been rectified. The property, where very comfortable was not quite as luxurious as the price tag suggests. The hammock was worn when we arrived and there was some little signs of wear and tear around the property such as marks on the fridge door and walls. Also the mattress on the beds were very thin and hard. I would say that the empty shell buildings spoil an otherwise stunning view if built however it will ruin the privacy of the villa.

10/10 Excellent

Clare M.

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

Fantastic

Stayed as a family of 4. Villa was perfect, stunning scenery. Very comfortable. Good location for exploring the island. Would love to visit again.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Neill

Fabulous Villa Nireaus

Villa Nireaus was just fantastic! It had absolutely everything we needed, we especially liked the Nespresso machine. The location was amazing, with fabulous views down to the bay at Sami it was sufficiently out of town to be secluded and very peaceful (except for the chickens), but close enough to Sami for a quick drive in to town for anything we needed. The location was also very central, so we could visit the whole island, with no one journey being too long. Basically, the villa was amazing and we had the most wonderful time, we didn't want to leave. There were only two minor issues which were sorted very quickly when we reported them, which was brilliant. The only silly thing for me, which you probably can't do anything about, is the street light which shines directly in to the bedroom.
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10/10 Excellent

Colin

Secluded location with amazing views

Villa design both internally & externally, garden furniture, outside shaded areas, central location allowing trips all over the island, cleanliness. Mattresses were a bit hard. Some blankets rather than just a sheet would be welcome for those who find the ac too cold at night!
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10/10 Excellent

Oded

Small things

Everything was in good order and things worked as should, we felt home. Don’t go to smaller things(you asked for extra payment due to broken 2 glasses of wine).
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10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Villa Nireaus

A lovely home, well appointed, fantastic views, peaceful location. Delightful gardens with plentiful seating, bbq and decent size pool. The pool was rather cold as it was end of April. Owners and Freelance reps helpful and prompt in their responses. A lovely little welcome pack on arrival. Not much to be fair. More UK TV channels. Only Sky news available. A small carton of milk for UK guests in welcome pack would be great, especially with late arrival flights. We like our tea and coffee in the morning.
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10/10 Excellent

Gina

Superb Villa in a superb location.

Can’t add any more as the title says it all. We struggled with wifi (think the router is too far away), the TV wouldn’t work because of no wifi. Very minor issues: Coat hooks, leave games and DVDs which I’m sure previous holiday makers have left behind on previous stays, extra blankets (October! - although we would have asked if desperate). Great Villa though and have no complaints at all. Thank you.

10/10 Excellent

Christina M., Toronto, Canada

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

Perfect location - amazing views!

Wonderful two week vacation! The location was perfect for us - quiet, private and amazing views, for when we wanted to just 'hang out' - the sea and mountains all around, but also close enough to Sami for our daily bread run, groceries and great traditional taverns. The location also gave us easy access to roads leading to all the villages and beaches we wanted to visit. Highly recommend!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Carlo

a great villa!

This is a great villa. If you want to relax & get away, this is the place. You will have everything you need for a perfect holiday. The villa is well equipped, a fab pool and lots of room outside to use. It's a short drive from the town of Sami that has plenty of bars and restaurants, as well as a few supermarkets.

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