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Large luxury villa on Lefkada with breathtaking Ionian views

Large luxury villa on Lefkada with breathtaking Ionian views

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Is there a finer view in the entire Mediterranean?
A pool with a view
Lunch, terrace, view
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
5 bedrooms6+ bathroomsSleeps 12220 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

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Vafkeri, Near Nydri, Peloponnisos Dytiki Ellada ke Ionio
  • Popular LocationDimosari Waterfalls6 min drive
  • Popular LocationNidri Waterfalls6 min drive
  • Popular LocationPerigiali Beach11 min drive
  • AirportPreveza (PVK-Aktion National)54 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

Bedroom 5

6 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 7

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Large luxury villa on Lefkada with breathtaking Ionian views

WELCOME TO VILLA GABRIELLA

A large luxury villa on Lefkada – the jewel of the Ionian islands. A uniquely private location amidst a pine & cypress forest - an absolute jewel amongst secluded Greek villas. Large terraces with breathtaking sea views across Lefkada, Meganissy & the Princess Islands. A 7m heated infinity pool, poolside pergola, pool bar and hot tub. Spacious outside lounge with seating for 10, perfect for afternoon reading or snoozing, or pre or post dinner drinks.

A beautifully appointed, air-conditioned, open-plan lounge with carefully selected modern and antique furnishings. Fireplace with log-burner. 42” flat screen TV/DVD and high-quality bluetooth music speakers.

Fully equipped, granite-topped, kitchen including American-style fridge-freezer, integrated oven/hob/microwave, dishwasher, bean-to-cup espresso machine.

BBQ and shaded exterior dining table with seating for ten (10).

Solid wood interior dining table with seating for eight (8).

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS

Main house - Four spacious bedrooms, all ensuite and all with air conditioning, sleeping eight in total
One super-king (1m80), Two kings (1m60), one twin room (2 singles). Two ‘master’ bedrooms. One on the ground floor with direct access to the terrace and one on the first floor with a private terrace comfortably furnished with chairs and loungers.
The option to add cots or fold-up beds for two babies or younger children (up to 12).
Two ensuites have baths with showers over & two have walk-in showers. All are fully tiled & all have marble or granite vanity tops – a standard you should expect from any luxury private villa on Lefkada.
Cottage - 1 bedroom, king bed (1m60) with ensuite shower room, small sitting room and mini-kitchen. In the grounds of the main house, available at an additional cost for groups of 9 or 10. About 50m walk from the main house.

POOLSIDE YOU’LL FIND …

35m2 heated infinity pool facing the panoramic view.
The surrounding large (>100m2) terrace has 6 loungers, 2 supersized beanbags & a shaded wooden pergola with exterior lounge furniture.
Poolside shower room and toilet.
A six seater hot tub, also with amazing views.

IN THE GROUNDS …

The villa is nestled in the forest on the hillside above the seafront town of Nidri offering a uniquely private location, complete tranquility and the breathtaking panoramic view across numerous Ionian islands to the Greek mainland.

Enter through remote-operated gates onto a spacious drive accommodating multiple cars.

The villa is mobility friendly with wide rooms, a ground floor bedroom and a path down to the pool terrace.

The gardens change with the seasons but incorporate wild-flowers, olive & citrus trees and are screened by mature pines & cypress.

EXPERIENCE A LUXURY PRIVATE VILLA ON LEFKADA

Tucked away in the forest above Nidri harbour we have created a wonderful luxury, private retreat with extraordinary panoramic views. Magnificent, star gazing is possible given the near total absence of light pollution. Our heated pool makes swimming during every week of the season comfortable with a pool temperature of 25C whilst our investment in a 22-panel solar array means we produce all our own electricity making your heated-pool, air-conditioned stay both luxurious and carbon-neutral.

Our luxury starts with a warm welcome and support from our villa managers Jon and Gill (onsite in a cottage in the grounds below the main villa) but then extends to:

A generous hamper on arrival to ensure you’re free to relax immediately with food and drinks to see you through dinner & breakfast.
Comfortable beds and luxury linens.
Luxurious bathrooms and showers supported by a whole-house pump & softened water
High class furnishings that blend the modern with selected antiques and personally curated artwork from around the world create a unique feel to each room – far away from identikit hotels or IKEA furnished villas.
Books and games, DVDs, Bluetooth/Airplay speakers, a full TV service including international channels, WiFi access throughout the house and on the pool terrace.
Amenities to cook as little or as much as you want in a fully equipped kitchen, or on a large BBQ and using a sizeable herb garden.

THINGS TO DO ON LEFKADA

A short drive from Villa Gabriella Lefkada finds world class beaches, no less than eight with EU Blue-Flag ratings for cleanliness; the busy harbour town of Nidri with multiple sightseeing trips available, watersports centres, scenic local restaurants and yacht, dinghy or motorboat hire options. In fact, everything you need to plan your perfect holiday at an exclusive family villa on Lefkada.

A little further afield alternatives abound – including visiting local archeological, historical and cultural sites both on and off the island. The beauty of Villa Gabriella Lefkada is that you can tailor your holiday to include what you want – ranging from total relaxation onsite, to sailing & watersports to exploring local culture & history.

For some ideas for a day out from your exclusive family villa on Lefkada take a look at our suggestions below, check out our blog or visit our Facebook page for more information. Or give us a call so we can help you plan your perfect holiday.

Hire a Motorboat in Nidri & explore the nearby islands and stop for lunch on Meganissy.
Wonderful Greek tavernas, local food & traditional villages
World class sandy beaches with crystal clear water
Exclusive family villa on Lefkada
Enjoy walks in the surrounding forest or visit the nearby Nidri waterfalls
Top up on culture with a visit to the beautiful Faneromeni monastery & several historic forts
Charter a yacht; enjoy various watersports or take one of the many excursions available from Nidri town quay to nearby islands and beaches
Windsurfing just 20 minutes away at Vasiliki. The bay is great for beginners but is also known to be one of the finest bays in Europe for the sport.
Why not visit the local winery, Lefkas Earth, home of some fine local wines, and combine this with a fresh seafood lunch overlooking the bay at Sivota or Vasiliki.

The villa has 4 external security cameras. Two are located to monitor the parking area and the lower gate / driveway. One covers the side path from the parking down to the pool terrace. The fourth is a RING doorbell.

Property manager

Joanna & Alan Carpenter

Languages

English, French, German

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
2 cots or fold beds (under 12). 2 highchairs - Ask

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Must discuss event & guest numbers before booking.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outside only

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 30
Note from host: Must discuss event & guest numbers before booking.
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
Property Registration Number 0831Κ91000406901

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 required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Lefkada

Located in Lefkada, this villa is in a rural area and by the sea. Collection of Post-Byzantine Icons and Angelos Sikelianos Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Get Active! Day Tours and Lefkadas Marina. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Vafkeri, Near Nydri, Peloponnisos Dytiki Ellada ke Ionio

What's nearby

  • Dimosari Waterfalls - 6 min drive
  • Nidri Waterfalls - 6 min drive
  • Get Active! Day Tours - 10 min drive
  • Perigiali Beach - 11 min drive
  • Church of Agia Kiriaki - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Preveza (PVK-Aktion National) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • Obelix - 6 min drive
  • Stathis Place - 6 min drive
  • Daltons - 6 min drive
  • Pasta and Grill house - 6 min drive
  • Greek Corner - 6 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.0/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Liz H., FLEET

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay
We have just returned from a 2 week stay at villa Gabriella , 4 adults and 5 children, had an amazing time ! The villa was located high on a hill with outstanding views and a short drive into Nidri. The pool area and eating terrace were brilliant for 2 families and were well used! Jill and Jon who look after the property were wonderful providing knowledge of the local area, offered a babysitting service and made us some local baked treats😁 The area is amazing , beautiful Ionian Islands and it is worth hiring a boat to explore the surrounding islands. We would definately recommend this villa, and would advise to hire a 4x4 as the road leading up to the villa is unmade and we got stuck on it on one occasion because our hire car wasn't powerful enough. All in all a lovely family holiday
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Dream holliday !
Great & Perfect ! These words summarize the conditions in which we spent the holiday at Villa Gabiella. Great location, great villa, perfect conditions, and a magnificent view. Ian and Gill were very nice and always around but extremely discreet. We will return to this location with pleasure and with the feeling of "home".
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Vasili M.

Fantastic villa. Outstanding view.
Top-notch place, nestled in the quiet mountain above Nidri. Can’t go wrong here. Well-stocked and clean kitchen and bathrooms. Property managers available and responsive. Enjoy the view and the pool and hot-tub. Get the private chef to cook for you. Enioy the movie choices on the on-demand TV. Did I mention the view? Only lament is that we didn't spend even more time in the villa (Lefkada beaches and restaurants are so great!).
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nick Joslyn

Faboulas villa stunning views and second to none facilities
Stayed at Villa Gabriella for our second week in the Nidri area in August 2017 and have to say that it is probably the best villa that we have had the pleasure to stay-in on our many trips to Greece. Our party was 5 adults and 2 children aged 10 and 15. The views from the villa during the day and the evening are stunning, its also well worth seeing in the sunrise in the early morning as well. Facilities in the villa are second to none, including cooking, entertainment, music, pool and the gardens. Its approx 10 mins drive to the nearest taverna (which is very good) and another 5 mins to Nidri and taxi's will bring you back for approx 10 euro's as well. I throughly recomend Villa Gabriella and would happially consider returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

The best holiday villa I have ever stayed in!
Located high above the sea the entire Ionian Sea right across to main land Greece stretched before us very time we swam or ate on the terrace. I lost count of how many cups of tea went cold staring out that view. The rooms were lovely, the beds comfy, everything available to us in all the ideal place to holiday. We even managed to make the our elderly parents enjoy them selves even though they lacked anything to complain about. A first I believe. Spring in Greece is utterly beautiful, yes the nights are a little colder but the outdoor heater kept us toasty. Already planning our next visit! Don't tell to many other people please!!!

About the host

Hosted by Joanna & Alan Carpenter

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“From ship to shore”

For 16 years Kingston-upon-Thames in Surrey was our UK home where our children Abby and Alasdair grew up. We pursued our careers, Alan in the Automotive Industry and Jo in Financial Services. In 2011 we relocated to Dubai for both work and pleasure and took the opportunity to reshape our set up which included the sale of our UK home and the build of Villa Gabriella.

It all started though in 2002 when we headed to Nidri to learn to sail with Abby & Alasdair in tow and very young. Hooked on both sailing and the beauty of the Ionian islands in Spring 2003 we sailed our own yacht, Gabriella, from Isola to Nidri.

From summer 2003 until 2010 the highlight of each summer was two weeks afloat in the Ionian. Totally captivated by the islands and their way of life, in 2007 we’d driven up to the land on which Villa Gabriella now stands. One single look at the view was enough to seal the deal.

Gabriella, the yacht, was sold in 2010 and the money recycled into the foundations of the villa. From 2010 to 2014 Villa Gabriella was a labour of love. Managed by Steve, long-time Nidri resident and our artistically-inclined project manager, over four years the plot was shaped to allow Villa Gabriella to nestle amongst the trees with minimal disruption to the forest, whilst maximising the very best aspects of a view to die for.

Why they chose this property

Uniquely private & secluded. Truly breathtaking views. Very luxurious finish, furnishings and linens. Infinity pool (heated in low season), hot tub, outside lounge. Up to 10 adults and 2 children (up to 11).

What makes this property unique

An extraordinary location and view which enjoys privacy and peace and quiet but is still very close to the busy town of Nidri. You simply never get bored of the outlook and surroundings even if the weather is not that great as the view simply changes. The bird song in the early morning and evening is also wonderful.

Languages:

English, French, German
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