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Exclusive Villa in Agia Efimia, Private Pool, Superb Sea Views, Privacy, Quiet

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Outdoor pool
Outdoor dining
Outdoor pool
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
TV, fireplace, DVD player

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4110 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Exclusive Villa in Agia Efimia, Private Pool, Superb Sea Views, Privacy, Quiet

Villa Mema is situated on a hillside of the harbour of Agia Efimia, a colourful yachting harbour with numerous little flint bays with crystal clear water, little shops, friendly taverns, cafes and bars.

The secluded and elevated position of the property makes the villa to a truly magical place for your holidays. Breathtaking views from every corner of the house across the bay of Agia Efimia, the Ionian Sea and the neighbour-island of Ithaca. Just a breath away from the centre of the village and all its entertainment facilities but still a peaceful and tranquil location offering a lot of privacy. All amenities (shops, restaurants, cafés, beaches) are within easy walking distance (5-10) min from the villa. No car rental is necessary except for exploring the island.

The Villa (110m²) is built in accordance to the island's architecture. It is well equipped and tastefully furnished with selected traditional furnishings of highest standard and comfort. No surprise that the film star Penelope Cruz chose this place to stay during the filming of 'Captain Corelli's Mandolin'.

Outside, there are two large front terraces offering privacy and stunning views to the harbour of Agia Efimia and the sea. The pool terrace is equipped with 4 relaxing sun beds. Pool and front terraces are surrounded by different patios with shaded relaxing areas and decorated with a variety of lovely Mediterranean flowers such as oleanders, hibiscus, jasmines, roses.

The villa is arranged over 2 levels. On the ground floor, there is a well-designed spacious living room with air-conditioning, open-plan dining kitchen and a bathroom with shower/wc. A staircase leads to the upper floor: here are 2 bedrooms (one with double bed and one with twins), with air-conditioning, balconies with superb views over the bay of Agia Efimia and a bathroom with a small bathtub and wc. The windows and balcony doors of the bedrooms are equipped with sliding mosquito/fly screens. A safe, a baby bed and high chair, pool towels, a charcoal BBQ, as well as wi-fi internet access are also provided and free of charge.

If you wish, we can arrange a taxi transfer for you from the airport or port of Kefalonia to Villa Mema and return.

Property manager

Lida Kougianou (kefalonia-holidayhomes)

Languages

English, German, Greek

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fence around the pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is allowed in all outside areas.

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1184 sq ft (110 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 0458Κ122K0306501

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Fantastic Sea Views Within Easy Walking Distance all Amenities

About the neighborhood

Map
Makriotika, Ionische Inseln

What's nearby

  • Melissani Cave Lake - 8 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Old Vlachata - 12 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Karavomilos Beach - 16 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Myrtos Beach - 19 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Port of Argostoli - 37 min drive - 33.2 km

Getting around

  • Argostolion (EFL-Kefalonia Island Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Παραλία Μύρτος - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Drogarati Cave - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Nefeli-Anait - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Antisamos Beach Bar - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Adonis - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Exclusive Villa in Agia Efimia, Private Pool, Superb Sea Views, Privacy, Quiet have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Exclusive Villa in Agia Efimia, Private Pool, Superb Sea Views, Privacy, Quiet pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Exclusive Villa in Agia Efimia, Private Pool, Superb Sea Views, Privacy, Quiet?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Exclusive Villa in Agia Efimia, Private Pool, Superb Sea Views, Privacy, Quiet?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Exclusive Villa in Agia Efimia, Private Pool, Superb Sea Views, Privacy, Quiet located?

This family-friendly Kefalonia villa is located by the sea, just steps from Ionian Sea and Elies Beach. Grouta Beach and Lithovatis Beach are also within 10 minutes.

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Exclusive Villa in Agia Efimia, Private Pool, Superb Sea Views, Privacy, Quiet Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sally & Phil M., 20 Purn Road, Weston-Super-Mare BS24 9JQ, UK

Beautiful Kefalonia
Arriving in Aghia Efimia once more felt like coming home. This was our third visit and exceeded all expectations. Location of villa and facilities fabulous and the best views on the island! Will never forget Mema's warm hospitality

10/10 Excellent

REBECCA L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Very relaxing and peaceful. Enjoyed every minute. Property was well maintained and very clean. So much to see on Cephalonia. Will definitely return! Thank you Mema & Lida.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Fantastic villa in a great location, everything within easy walking distance. Beautiful harbour front restaurants on your doorstep…. We ate out every night and not one bad meal. Spotlessly clean with amazing views across the harbour. Amazing hospitality from Mema and Lida. We had a late flight and they were able to accommodate us at the villa until our airport transfer, nothing was any trouble. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing at its best
We had the most relaxing stay. The view over the harbour from Villa Mema was magical. We were looked after so well by Mrs Mema and her husband nothing was too much trouble. There are plenty of restaurants in walking distance and the standard of quality and service from them all was very good. Thank you Mrs Mema would recommend without any hesitation
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

arnauld s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful villa
We spent a wonderful time in villa Mema. The villa is perfect. The view is amazing and so is the location. Perfect to visit Kefalonia and Ithaca. Agia effimia is a very nice and quiet village. We hope to go back there again. And we won’t forget Mema who is so sweet and welcoming. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ilse M., London

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
60th Birthday celebration
I spent a lot of time looking for the perfect villa on Kefalonia to spend my 60th (to the angst of my family), so when I came across Villa Mema I knew it was the one and it certainly lived up to all expectations. Our best villa holiday ever, truly wonderful, thank you Mrs Mema for having us.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Denise F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So relaxing
We had such a well needed rest. The location close to the village was perfect and a great choice of tavernas/restaurants. Mema made us very welcome as did the kitten. The views were beautiful and the villa was in such a great position that you could see all the surrounding area. We had everything we needed and Mema was very attentive and even left us some essentials (including wine !) for our arrival Perfect holiday 👌😀

10/10 Excellent

Greg & Bessie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
A wonderful experience ! From booking the villa through the meet-and-greet, our stay, to our departure. It was a delight making our vacation very memorable.

10/10 Excellent

Pete W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best holiday ever
We all had a fantastic time at Villa Mema. The house is perfectly positioned overlooking Agia Efimia and the bay. Far enough to be private but only five minutes walk from the town with shops and tavernas. We lived outdoors for the week with ample places to sit in and out of the shade at different times of the day. We made good use of the pool. The beaches were beautiful and there are lots of amazing eateries and very friendly locals. Mrs Mema was a delight whenever she visited. And now I can say that I have shared a room with Penelope Cruz.

10/10 Excellent

John F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful experience
We received a very warm welcome and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We can’t wait to go back. Thank you Lida for making it so perfect.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth K., UK - Wells, Somerset

Wonderful holiday accommodation
Loved every minute of our stay. Accommodation superb, views amazing and pool an added luxury. We were looked after really well by Mema and her team and received gifts such as wine and home made moussaka to die for. We hired a little yellow boat to explore the little coves, but the best beach we found was Paradise Beach, which also had a great restaurant with lovely views - only 5 minute walk heading away from the village. Good shops and other restaurants 5 minute walk. We so loved Effie the cat - if you visit please feed her, she is a sweetheart.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Karen E., London

Amazing holiday
We just returned from 2 weeks in this gorgeous villa. We are a family of 5, and our eldest daughter slept comfortably on the sofa bed downstairs while our two youngest had the twin room. The villa has a wonderful location, with a lovely outside area and glorious views across Agia Effimia and the sea beyond. It’s a great location for exploring the north of Kefalonia if you have a car. Communication with Lida pre was faultless and best of all was the warm welcome and hosting from the lovely owner Mema. She is one in a million, discreet, kind, helpful. Can’t praise the whole experience highly enough.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Johanna V.

Comfy house with a great view.
We had an excellent stay. We chose the villa as it was within easy walking distance of all the villages amenities plus had its own pool, a combination which was very hard to find. Mema the owner is very welcoming and takes great pride in her villa and garden. The only downside for us was that the villa and pool area looses the sun around 90 minutes before sunset due to the large trees at the rear, otherwise we can wholeheartedly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

Lovely property fabulous views
We had a wonderful week in villa Mema, fabulous weather and the total relaxation that we wished foe
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sandra M., Lancs, UK

5 Stars and more!
The photos painted a very good picture of Villa Mema but the reality of being there was even better. The location, the views which we saw every morning, the lovely clear water in the pool and so many areas to relax - not quite chill out - it was too hot for that! Although we were so close to the village it was still wonderfully private and yet we were not isolated either. It was wonderful to watch all the varied sailing craft going in and out of the harbour. Mema herself was a real gem! She was so warm and welcoming and was a lovely hostess who couldn't do enough for us. We joined all the previous guests in writing glowing reports of our time at Villa Mema in the visitor's book and we would certainly return in the future, God willing.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Fantastic villa in a fabulous location
We had researched Villa Mema and appreciated that it had attracted 5 star reviews however, our holiday surpassed any expectations that we had. Villa Mema is exceptional, the villa is charming inside but the outdoor space and views are hard to beat anywhere in the world. Mrs Mema was a most attentive and kind host but never intruded on family space- her chocolate cake and mouse were delicious. The booking experience and communication with Lida was also exemplary - Lida and Mrs Mema could not do enough to help us when we had some sad news back home. We will certainly be returning - we loved every minute of our holiday.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn M.

Stunning villa and views
This is a beautiful villa with stunning views. Mema, the owner, couldn't do more to make you feel welcome. The gardens are delightful. Short walk to the pretty harbour with many restaurants. We've already booked for 3 weeks next year for my 60th! The garden and pool were attended to almost every day with a very thorough midweek clean of the villa. Penelope Cruz and Nicholas Cage stayed here whilst filming Captain Corelli's Mandolin...we can understand why.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Hollie D.

Perfect in every way - a truely stunning retreat
We were getting married in Agia Efimia so wanted accommodation with the wow factor. Villa Mema certainly delivered! We had fairly high expectations from the pictures and reviews online but nothing came close to the reality of staying in this remarkable place. The views are outstanding - seriously! To wake up every morning and be greeted with THOSE views is something you just do not get used to. Everything with the villa was perfect. It was home from home. It had everything you needed (and more), it was clean (thank you to the lovey maid) and perfectly located. Mrs Mema is the perfect host. She could have not been more welcoming and made sure we had everything we needed. It was a pleasure to see her on the days she popped up to clean the pool/water the flowers etc and she was never invasive. She seemed to genuinely share in our joy of our special occasion - it was a pleasure to have met her. Also, the lady who managed our booking (Lida) could not have done more to help not only when booking, but also during and after our stay. I wish there were enough words to describe how wonderful this villa is. We enjoyed our stay so much we have booked again for next year. Worth every penny - easily a 5* rating. Thank you so much for having us and making our stay so special.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Paul O., U.K.

Fantastic for the third time
This is the third time we've stayed at Villa Mema and we've already booked our fourth. I really can't stress enough how wonderful the Villa, view and overall location is. From sunrise to sunset the views are beautiful and everything is so close at hand in Agia Effimia. The Greeks really know how to make you feel welcome so the next visit really can't come quick enough. Thank you Lida & Mema.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gillian S.

A dream come true
The villa is even more appealing than the wonderful photographs on the website, with location, layout, facilities and ongoing maintenance exactly as described. It has every convenience and feels like a real home. I chose it as the place to celebrate my 80th birthday, as my elder son and his wife have an apartment in the village; and I took my younger son and daughter and their spouses. They had the two bedrooms and I chose to be on the very comfortable sofa bed in the living room, with its own en-suite shower room. The hot weather in July was a good test of the air conditioning, which worked perfectly, as did all the plumbing and the cooking equipment. The star was the swimming pool, which was immaculately maintained, with crystal clear water all the time. The flowers were at their best and the view is sensational. The village is delightful with some well-stocked supermarkets and gift shops, and all the excellent restaurants are within easy walking distance - our favourite was "Paradise." We did some touring, although we would have been happy never to leave Villa Mema. Our favourite place was Assos and we enjoyed the shopping and waterside restaurants in Fiscardo. There is so much to see on that beautiful island and there are also some excellent boat trips. The communication with the villa's Manager in advance was efficient and friendly and on arrival we were greeted very warmly by the lovely lady owner, who also came round to say goodbye as we left most reluctantly. I booked the villa two years in advance and our week there was, for us all, a dream come true.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rich L., York

Perfect
A fabulous villa which is exactly as described if not better. Amazing views, totally private and yet minutes away from a fabulous bustling harbour with everything you need. From our amazing welcome from Mema onwards this holiday was perfect. We would recommend without reservation.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Anne H.

Just Wow!
Fantastic villa with amazing views and only a few minutes walk down into the town. It is exactly as described and as the photos show. Spent hours on the terrace just watching the comings and goings of the boats and yachts. Thanks to Mema for her wonderful hospitality and welcome provisions she left us, a really nice touch. We absolutely loved this place and we will be back!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Julian E.

Perfect, just perfect
My first experience of booking via owners direct could not have been more efficient of helpful, Lida thanks for all your help and advice This Villa was amazing, wonderful location, fabulous views, very clean and the most amazing service. Mema was an absolute delight, very welcoming, despite having to wait at the house for two hours because of our delayed flight, she was just the most helpful and friendly host... even brought us bbq coals when we couldn't find any in town. I would highly recommend
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm E.

Gorgeous!
We've been to Kefalonia and especially Aghia Efimia many times but Villa Mema has really set a new high that's going to be hard to beat. From Mrs Mema's first welcome putting jasmine flowers in our hands until our last farewell this is going to be a holiday that will stay for us for a long time. The views are gorgeous, the village is minutes away and the stars are amazing (the ISS made a special visit for us!)
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Paul O., U.K.

Amazing!!!
If you ever have chance you must stay here - it really is as simple as that. The view is breathtaking, surroundings incredible and pool amazing. Add onto that the garden, location and villa and it really is wonderful. To top it all a wonderful host in Lida. Thank you so much.