Kefalonian Emerald Villa with Spectacular Mountain and Sea Views
From the owners of Villa Anna Rebecca, Kefalonian Emerald takes its name from the dense forest of green Fir trees that cover the top of Mount Ainos. This mountain, the tallest on Kefalonia, is in perfect view of the villa along with the Ionian Sea in multiple directions. A 500 meter walk down to the sandy beaches of Pessada will reward you with relatively untouched naturally beautiful coves for swimming.
Built in 2022, this villa has a traditional Greek design with modern touches and comforts. It has 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and several common gathering areas for your group to enjoy. Because the traditional design places the stairs connecting the two floors on the outside of the villa, we offer a kitchenette on the top floor for guests to access food and drink without needing to come downstairs. Be sure to review our floorplans in the photo section to get a feel for the layout. There is air conditioning in every room of the villa to assure your comfort. For your entertainment, we provide two large screen TVs with a library of over 100 movies, satellite programming and high-speed Starlink WiFi throughout.
On the outside, the villa has a covered veranda and a balcony with pergola for shade. Each has bistro tables to enjoy a morning coffee on our beautifully landscaped grounds. In addition, we have a large traditional Greek BBQ with outdoor dining for 6 people. Just a few steps away is a 32m² private pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas. Throughout the property are gardens of Olive Trees, Lavender, Jasmine, Bougainvillea, Oleander and Rosemary. All this with incredible views of the mountain and sea, with the occasionally anchored yacht enjoying the same peace and tranquility as you are.
The villa is conveniently located to many island activities. You can take a peaceful walk along the rural roads and paths of this cliffside village. Within 10 minutes, you can walk to the secluded coves that make up the small beaches in Pessada. Nearby, you can walk to the port in Pessada where you can have a souvlaki and beer at the outdoor cantina.
Within a 10-minute drive, you can visit St. George's castle, built in the early 16th century. Within a 15-minute drive, you can visit the monastery of Saint Gerasimos for a glimpse of its ornate interior and the mummified body of the saint himself. Argostoli, the capital of Kefalonia, can also be reached with a 15-minute drive. You can visit Argostoli for the fruit markets, souvenirs, bakeries, cafes or many wonderful restaurants. Be sure to spend an evening in the square where you can have an ice cream, frappe, crepe or mixed drink while watching the town come alive and gather. Other notable drives include a visit to the underground Lake Mellisani and Dragorati Cave. It is a beautifully scenic drive to Myrtos Beach and the picturesque towns of Assos, Fiskardo and Sami.
We welcome you to enjoy our home as much as we do on the idyllic Greek island of Kefalonia.
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About the area
Argostoli
Located in Kefalonia, this villa is near the beach. Ionian Sea and Pessada Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Vergotis Cultural Centre and Museum of Natural History of Kefalonia and Ithaca. With scuba diving, snorkelling and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
Argostolion (EFL-Kefalonia Island Intl.) - 17 min drive
Restaurants
Sea Salt - 11 min drive
Cafe marina - 7 min drive
Kafepolion - 7 min drive
Obelix - 7 min drive
Stamna - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Kefalonian Emerald Villa with Spectacular Mountain and Sea Views pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Kefalonian Emerald Villa with Spectacular Mountain and Sea Views?
As of 15 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kefalonian Emerald Villa with Spectacular Mountain and Sea Views on 22 May 2026 start from AU$483, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Kefalonian Emerald Villa with Spectacular Mountain and Sea Views?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Kefalonian Emerald Villa with Spectacular Mountain and Sea Views?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Kefalonian Emerald Villa with Spectacular Mountain and Sea Views?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Kefalonian Emerald Villa with Spectacular Mountain and Sea Views located?
Situated by the sea, this villa is within 1 mile (2 km) of Ionian Sea and Pessada Beach. Spartiás and Agios Thomas Beach 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.
A truly beautiful villa in a wonderful setting. Pur host Giorgos was very responsive and accommodating, upon arrival we were greeted by Daphne who was super friendly and couldn't do enough to make our stay comfortable. We also received a basket of local goodies, such a nice touch. We stayed for a total of 11 nights and the villa got cleaned twice, much appreciated.The local beach is about an 8 minute walk, with crystal clear waters.
Absolutely loved the villa, will be looking to book both for a full family excursion next year as the villa in front had stunning views over the sea to Zante whilst ours had a gorgeous Mountain View. Greta access to the coastline & Argostoli. Can’t recommend highly enough. Best to rent a car though, walking anywhere is impossible 😊
This villa is wonderful. It is decorated nicely and has beautiful views of the sea and Mt Ainos. The pool was cleaned several times a week and had a nice area to relax and enjoy the sun. We had everything we needed in the kitchen for cooking. The walkable beach is very clean and beautiful. We liked that it was an only a 15 minute drive to Argostoli and other beaches. The owner was easy to communicate with and answered all of our questions and concerns promptly. Totally recommend this villa. We are coming back!
Well equipped new villa with teething problems which hopefully will be resolved.
Good layout which was ideal for our group of 6.
Shutter blind in downstairs bedroom not functioning & needed to be operated manually on daily basis.
One of upstairs air conditioning initially not functioning but got resolved after 3 days.
No pool side outside lights which meant unable to sit out later in the evening.
However this has been one of our better experience with holiday villas rental & have no reservation in renting this villa again.
We had a terrific stay at this villa. Everything was as described - although I may say - better than the pictures indicate (this may change when they update the pictures). The view over the Ionian is incredible and on the other side olive groves. The private pool is great and there's a lot of courtyard space around it (although no safety fences which is a point to note if you have very young ones). There are some design quirks of the villa, such as no internal staircase, but beyond that it is very difficult to fault the place. There are also some strange decisions in what's provided - for example, no sponges which meant we had to buy our own. It wasn't a big issue, just curious since the standard of fit out and also the range of kitchen implements provided was excellent.
It's a walk to the beach, although a drive if you have young children. It's not far from Argostoli either (about 15 mins) and whilst pessada itself is quiet, there are lots of interesting things scattered around a 10 minute or so drive radius. Overall, a really pleasant stay. I would highly recommend a stay here.
Ons verblijf was perfect, heerlijk rustig. Heerlijk genoten van de villa en de omgeving.
Gerardus M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Darren
8 Aug 2023
Darren
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
About the host
Hosted by George Totolos
I am a Greek American with deep roots in Kefalonia. My father was born and raised on this idyllic island and still lives there today. Both our sons were baptized in Kefalonia and we continue to visit the island every summer. My wife and I love the spirit and beauty of this island so much that we decided to own a piece of paradise.
Why they chose this property
Whether it is the subtle ringing of church bells at Agios Nikolas or the quiet serenity of the Greek island countryside, this villa in the peaceful village of Pessada offers a spectacular immersion of natural beauty, situated between the towering Mount Ainos and the Ionian Sea.
What makes this property unique
With an unobstructed view of Mount Ainos and the Ionian Sea, Kefalonian Emerald offers an atmosphere of luxury and serenity. We would love to share this experience with you.