Enjoy peace, privacy & infinity sea views at 3 bed luxury villa in Old Skala
Villa in Cephalonia
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area
About this villa rental
Bookings now taken for 2025, 2026 and 2027 with just 10% deposit on request.
Discounts for only 2 guests, or 14 night stays.
Maximum 6 guests.
Rates include a generous welcome hamper, twice weekly maid service, all towels, bedlinen, air-con, unlimited Wi-Fi & local taxes.
Peaceful, private & not overlooked, this 3 en suite bedroom villa, has unrestricted sea views & a large infinity pool, situated in pretty countryside in sought after Old Skala area, 10 mins drive to Skala town & its long sandy beaches, beach sports & tavernas.
The spacious open plan villa has air-conditioning & heating throughout & is comfortably furnished & well equipped to suit a couple or large family, with lots of extra comforts including free unlimited Wi-Fi, UK TV, bluetooth speaker, badminton & tennis rackets, games/DVD/CD/book library, Egyptian cotton bedding, cool box, outdoor cushioned loungers, XL indoor and outdoor sofas. Private chef & grocery delivery service are available on request at additional charge.
The villa comfortably sleeps 6, in 3 sea view, en suite bedrooms, all similar size. A king size bedroom downstairs leads out onto the pool terrace. Two twin bedrooms upstairs share a large balcony & can be made into super-king size beds on request. A baby or young child can be accommodated in a cot or fold down bed on request (with extra linen charge).
Watch a video tour of Villa Ambelonas here www.youtube.com/watch?v=vFEApbbZcVY
A large floodlit infinity pool with jacuzzi bench, measures 13m x 5m, depth 0.6m - 1.9m, perfect for swimming laps & room for children to play & swim. The pool is accessed by non-slip marble steps. During a summer drought, the infinity overflow switches off to preserve water.
Outside a large shady covered terrace with bougainvillea clambering up the pillars is a great outdoor living, dining & snoozing space, with a dining suite & 2 large sofas to relax & escape the midday heat.
A large balcony & huge sunny patio with loungers, parasols & BBQ gives everyone space to relax.
Located in South East Kefalonia, near Skala, Katelios, and Poros, in a beautiful area with mountain & beach views, there are lots of walking & cycling trails, a great choice of golden sandy beaches, from quiet Mounda 'turtle' beach, to Skala's 3 km long sandy beach, with deserted quiet stretches, as well as boat trips from the beach, water sports, tavernas & beach bar service, depending on which area you choose. Local landmarks include Skala's Roman Villa, Mycenaic Tomb and Moni Iperagias Theotokou Atrou.
EOT Greek tourist licence (MHTE αριθμόςμητρώουτηςεπιχείρησης 0830K10000864901) confirms that Villa Ambelonas & its swimming pool (operational licence N.3766/09) have been inspected by the Greek Tourism Organisation & by Fire & Safety Officers & certify the villa & pool conform to Government safety standards. Rigorous cleaning protocols have also been implemented, to ensure your family enjoy a safe holiday.
Pets, on-site parties and group events are not permitted sorry.
We love watching the yachts & cruise ships sailing by & enjoying the views across the sea to Olympia on mainland Greece & the neighbouring island of Zante. We hope you love the villa as much as we do - happy holidays!
Changeover day in peak season is usually Saturday, with other days on request, coinciding with the widest choice of direct flight options to Kefalonia (EFL) including Gatwick, Manchester, Heathrow, Stansted & Bristol. May & October we can be flexible on arrival day and length of stay, contact me with any special requests.
SATURDAY flights from UK airports to Kefalonia (EFL)
- Birmingham: Jet2
- Bristol: EasyJet
- East Midlands: Jet2
- Gatwick: EasyJet
- Heathrow: British Airways
- Leeds Bradford Jet2
- Stansted: Ryanair, Jet2
- Manchester: Jet2
WEDNESDAY flights from UK airports to Kefalonia (EFL)
- Birmingham: Jet2
- Bristol: EasyJet
- East Midlands: Jet2
- Gatwick: EasyJet
- Glasgow
- Leeds Bradford Jet2
- Stansted: Ryanair, Jet2
- Manchester: Jet2
Other days of the week, direct flights are available from:
+ Birmingham: Tui
+ Bristol: Tui
+ Bournemouth Tui
+ Cardif Tui
+ East Midlands: Tui
+ Edinburgh: EasyJet
+ Gatwick: Tui
+ Glasgow: Jet2
+ Luton: EasyJet
+ Manchester: EasyJet, Tui
+ Newcastle: Tui, Jet2
+ Stansted: Tui
+ Leeds Bradford: Jet2
Discounts for only 2 guests, or 14 night stays.
Maximum 6 guests.
Rates include a generous welcome hamper, twice weekly maid service, all towels, bedlinen, air-con, unlimited Wi-Fi & local taxes.
Peaceful, private & not overlooked, this 3 en suite bedroom villa, has unrestricted sea views & a large infinity pool, situated in pretty countryside in sought after Old Skala area, 10 mins drive to Skala town & its long sandy beaches, beach sports & tavernas.
The spacious open plan villa has air-conditioning & heating throughout & is comfortably furnished & well equipped to suit a couple or large family, with lots of extra comforts including free unlimited Wi-Fi, UK TV, bluetooth speaker, badminton & tennis rackets, games/DVD/CD/book library, Egyptian cotton bedding, cool box, outdoor cushioned loungers, XL indoor and outdoor sofas. Private chef & grocery delivery service are available on request at additional charge.
The villa comfortably sleeps 6, in 3 sea view, en suite bedrooms, all similar size. A king size bedroom downstairs leads out onto the pool terrace. Two twin bedrooms upstairs share a large balcony & can be made into super-king size beds on request. A baby or young child can be accommodated in a cot or fold down bed on request (with extra linen charge).
Watch a video tour of Villa Ambelonas here www.youtube.com/watch?v=vFEApbbZcVY
A large floodlit infinity pool with jacuzzi bench, measures 13m x 5m, depth 0.6m - 1.9m, perfect for swimming laps & room for children to play & swim. The pool is accessed by non-slip marble steps. During a summer drought, the infinity overflow switches off to preserve water.
Outside a large shady covered terrace with bougainvillea clambering up the pillars is a great outdoor living, dining & snoozing space, with a dining suite & 2 large sofas to relax & escape the midday heat.
A large balcony & huge sunny patio with loungers, parasols & BBQ gives everyone space to relax.
Located in South East Kefalonia, near Skala, Katelios, and Poros, in a beautiful area with mountain & beach views, there are lots of walking & cycling trails, a great choice of golden sandy beaches, from quiet Mounda 'turtle' beach, to Skala's 3 km long sandy beach, with deserted quiet stretches, as well as boat trips from the beach, water sports, tavernas & beach bar service, depending on which area you choose. Local landmarks include Skala's Roman Villa, Mycenaic Tomb and Moni Iperagias Theotokou Atrou.
EOT Greek tourist licence (MHTE αριθμόςμητρώουτηςεπιχείρησης 0830K10000864901) confirms that Villa Ambelonas & its swimming pool (operational licence N.3766/09) have been inspected by the Greek Tourism Organisation & by Fire & Safety Officers & certify the villa & pool conform to Government safety standards. Rigorous cleaning protocols have also been implemented, to ensure your family enjoy a safe holiday.
Pets, on-site parties and group events are not permitted sorry.
We love watching the yachts & cruise ships sailing by & enjoying the views across the sea to Olympia on mainland Greece & the neighbouring island of Zante. We hope you love the villa as much as we do - happy holidays!
Changeover day in peak season is usually Saturday, with other days on request, coinciding with the widest choice of direct flight options to Kefalonia (EFL) including Gatwick, Manchester, Heathrow, Stansted & Bristol. May & October we can be flexible on arrival day and length of stay, contact me with any special requests.
SATURDAY flights from UK airports to Kefalonia (EFL)
- Birmingham: Jet2
- Bristol: EasyJet
- East Midlands: Jet2
- Gatwick: EasyJet
- Heathrow: British Airways
- Leeds Bradford Jet2
- Stansted: Ryanair, Jet2
- Manchester: Jet2
WEDNESDAY flights from UK airports to Kefalonia (EFL)
- Birmingham: Jet2
- Bristol: EasyJet
- East Midlands: Jet2
- Gatwick: EasyJet
- Glasgow
- Leeds Bradford Jet2
- Stansted: Ryanair, Jet2
- Manchester: Jet2
Other days of the week, direct flights are available from:
+ Birmingham: Tui
+ Bristol: Tui
+ Bournemouth Tui
+ Cardif Tui
+ East Midlands: Tui
+ Edinburgh: EasyJet
+ Gatwick: Tui
+ Glasgow: Jet2
+ Luton: EasyJet
+ Manchester: EasyJet, Tui
+ Newcastle: Tui, Jet2
+ Stansted: Tui
+ Leeds Bradford: Jet2
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Cephalonia
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Ratings and reviews
5.0 / 5.0
Lovely villa with a spectacular view
Wonderful secluded setting for a relaxing holiday, yet only a short drive from Skala town and all its facilities.
Highly recommended.
5.0 / 5.0
Beautiful villa
A very well appointed villa with stunning views over Skala and the sea. Peaceful and a great place for a relaxing holiday
5.0 / 5.0
Fabulous!!
Had an amazing stay at Ambelonas Villa, the villa and location are incredible. Irene made us feel so welcome when booking and throughout our stay. Nothing was too much trouble and she gave us so much information to enhance our holiday. We felt totally looked after, with Elaine only a short distance away if we had any difficulties. This is the most beautiful, tranquil place we have ever stayed and can’t wait to go back next year.
5.0 / 5.0
Family holiday in skala
This is a unique villa stay due to the amazing view and location. It is based in old skala so a car is essential and you have to be willing to drive to beach, restaurants, town etc. However, what you get is a beautiful View, complete privacy and lots of friendly goats! The house is clean, has everything you might need and Irene and the house keeper helped with anything we needed during our stay,
The welcome basket on arrival was a lovely touch. We loved it and made the most of the view and amazing pool during our stay.
5.0 / 5.0
Perfect Villa, beautiful views, ideal for family holiday
Excellent, great customer service all the way. Many thanks to Irene we had a fabulous time in your wonderful villa.
5.0 / 5.0
Special place
Absolutely amazing villa. Spotlessly clean, amazing view and peaceful location - very private. Some nice touches from the owners (welcome pack with basic foodstuff, cool box for trips out). Very comfortable beds and great communication from the owners and villa manager. We had the perfect holiday here - highly recommended!
5.0 / 5.0
Great week
Lovely villa - very clean and well equipped. The welcome pack is a nice touch.
The roads are very windy - lots of hairpins. Local super market in Skala was fine for all our needs and nearest taverna is very good but it’s a 20 minute walk away . Lots of tavernas in Skala we only tried a couple and both were very good .
5.0 / 5.0
Villa Ambelonas is a perfect place for relax. We are very satisfied with everything. We definitely want to come back.
5.0 / 5.0
Fab location
The villa has everything you could need and the owners are so helpful. The views are amazing, hearing the bells on the goats in the morning and evening as they came up and down the mountain just added to the relaxed feeling. I very rarely say I will return anywhere but this villa is so wonderful I will book it again.
5.0 / 5.0
What a view! Great villa quiet location :-)
We had a brilliant week for half term October. Weather was warm low 20’s but still lovely to laze by the pool, a day of rain but didn’t stop us exploring . The villa is very comfortable and had everything we needed, the grocery concierge service from bond Viveur was brilliant, cold beer in the fridge when we arrived was just perfect. We loved the location of the villa , in the hills with the goats and sheep and the view is amazing and you get the sun all day by the pool. Being October it was the very end of season and mostly all tavernas were closed but we liked the quiet and we almost had the beach to ourselves at Kaminia. We liked the tavernas in Kateleios and poros plus the amazing butchers there ! Would definitely recommend this villa and we hope to return next year.
5.0 / 5.0
Lovely clean villa with stunning views
We had a great holiday. Although we were up a mountain it was great being away from the small town centre. The villa was spotlessly clean and had great facilities. The town itself is very quiet at this time of year but the weather was mostly great and overall we had a lovely week. Would happily return.
5.0 / 5.0
You won't want to leave.
The property is approached by a narrow road that winds up the hillside and is home to many goats. This was the start of a fabulous week. The property is lovely with views to instigate jealousy from friends on your Facebook page! The only sound you will hear is the melodic chime of the goats' bells.
The house is really well appointed and we arrived to a welcome basket which included the very necessary English tea. The bed linen was fresh and of good quality and the rooms all had aircon when it got a little too hot. There are ample books and DVDs to choose from which catered to all of our tastes.
The pool was very clean and the pool guy came very discreetly early in the morning to keep it looking good. Outside there are plenty of sunbeds, parasols, tables and chairs. No need to fight over who gets there towel down first!
Just down the hill is a lovely taverna with good food and really friendly welcoming staff. Skala is full of places to eat and all reasonably priced.
Would we stay here again? That gets a big resounding yes. Our only caveat is could you arrange for the wasps to move to another hillside as they were a tad annoying.
It is a gorgeous house in a gorgeous location.
5.0 / 5.0
Peaceful and everything you could wish for
Thank you for letting us stay in your wonderful home. We didn't want to come home. Old Skala is lovely, so untouched and the surrounding area. This is on our list for a return visit.
5.0 / 5.0
What an amazing villa!
Villa Ambelonas is amazing! It is situated on the hills about the town of Skala so hiring a car is essential. The villa is positioned so that it is not overlooked and it doesn't overlook any other villas so you really do have an uninterrupted view of Skala and beyond to Zakynthos and mainland Greece.
The pool is a good size (approx 12 metres long) and the terrace is well equipped with sun loungers and umbrellas. There is often a breeze which is helpful as otherwise it might be too hot at times.
The inside of the villa is comfortable and well equipped. All the rooms have ensuite bathrooms and there is air conditioning in every room. The villa very clean on arrival with towels provided for both inside and around the pool.
Elaine visited during our stay to change towels, sheets and give the place a clean. She was really friendly and was very helpful with tips on places to visit.
Irene is lovely! She was extremely helpful with answering questions prior to our holiday. She was quick to respond when I sent an email and gave me good advice on car hire.
We visited the beaches at Kaminia and Mouda Beaches where there was a sandy beach and clear water. You could hire sunbeams and umbrellas for a few euros. At Kaminia beach there is a lovely restaurant called Anemos where we had lunch and also dinner. The food was really good and it had a lovely relaxed atmosphere. Other restaurants we visited in/near Skala were Old Times, Mikelatos and Kelari Taverna (which is very close to the villa and you can walk there).
I would highly recommend Irene and Rob's villa. It is very peaceful and relaxing. A great place to stay.
5.0 / 5.0
Fantastic!
This is our 5th visit to this beautiful villa, which is very quiet, not overlooked and with fantastic views of Scala and across the sea to mainland Greece and Zante. There is everything you could wish for in this beautifully clean villa, it is really a home from home, housekeeping is exceptional and nothing is too much trouble. The infinity pool and patio area is just wonderful! The local Kerali Taverna is a must for local cuisine and views, and the staff are friendly and very helpful. We have already booked for next year as we love it so much. The owners, Irene and Robert, are always extremely helpful and accommodating, and a pleasure to liaise with.
5.0 / 5.0
5 star location skala
Excellent location well maintained property. Have stayed here 3 times now & will return
5.0 / 5.0
Lovely Villa
There is no point repeating all the points in the previous reviews - just to say that we endorse everything that is in them, it's all true. The pool is big enough to have a proper swim, it has massage jets which are fun, and the underwater pool lights add to the night-time ambience. There is very little light pollution here, and on our last night we lay on our backs with our legs dangling in the pool looking at the constellations and shooting stars - superb. All the windows have flyscreens so you can leave the windows open to get a lovely through draught - even though it was hot we barely need the aircon. The beach at Mounda was our favourite, a 15 minute drive to a wonderful long sandy beach, gently shelving into the warm sea, that must be one of the best beaches on Kefalonia . Great holiday!
5.0 / 5.0
Stunningly beautiful!!
What can we say, perfect villa in such a stunning location. Did wonder where we were going, down the tiny little road but wow was it worth it. Don't think you could better the view anywhere in the world, absolutely stunning. Villa was perfect, lovely surprise hamper when we arrived even down to the lil pot of Nescafé so we could have a coffee straightaway, amazing. Never had such a fully equipped kitchen before! everything you could think of to make your stay perfect and home from home. We would rate this villa 11 out of 10 and would definitely love to go back. Perfect holiday, thank you so much xx
5.0 / 5.0
Wonderful
A beautiful extremely well equipped villa in an amazing location - it couldnt have been a better holiday
5.0 / 5.0
Beautiful property with amazing sea views
A high spec, well equipped Villa. If it's sea views, peace and quiet and a great view you want, look no further. Irene and the local team help ensure you have everything you need. Ideal for family groups and anyone who loves a good pool and relaxed evening bbq's. Location is 5 mins drive to local village for supplies, but local taverna within 1.5km does good food and delivers.
5.0 / 5.0
Beautiful place to stay on Kefalonia
We had a great time on the island and loved the villa. The location is wonderful as a base from which to explore the island and come home to a well-appointed house and pool overlooking the Ionian Sea. The owner and staff are responsive and professional. In short, everything was first rate.
5.0 / 5.0
Fantastic!
Villa Ambelonas is like a home away from home. Very quite villa, not overlooked and with exceptional views of Skala and across to mainland Greece and Zante. Overall facilities at the villa are excellent, everything you could wish for is provided. The cleanliness of the villa and pool was excellent. Housekeeping ensured that the villa was sparkling and nothing was too much trouble. The local Kelari Taverna is a must for the food and views, and staff are very friendly. Our most visited restaurant in Skala was Milelatos which is family run. The food and service were excellent! An option available at the villa is to use the facilities of a personal chef - Bond Viveur - who will come to the villa and cook you a fantastic meal! An excellent dining experience! We have been visiting this villa now for several years and love its location and excellent facilities, and we have already booked for next year!
FAQs
How much does this villa cost compared to others in Cephalonia?
The average price for a rental in Cephalonia is R 2,679 per night. This rental is R 5,127 above the average.
Is parking included with this villa?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Enjoy peace, privacy & infinity sea views at 3 bed luxury villa in Old Skala. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this villa?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Enjoy peace, privacy & infinity sea views at 3 bed luxury villa in Old Skala. Enjoy the water!
Is Enjoy peace, privacy & infinity sea views at 3 bed luxury villa in Old Skala pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this villa is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Enjoy peace, privacy & infinity sea views at 3 bed luxury villa in Old Skala?
We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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