Villa Ammes

Villa Ammes enjoys a very peaceful, secluded spot in the village of Svoronata, just moments from the airport. This delightful village sits moments from the wonderful beach of Ammes and is very close to several others. Ammes Beach is a delight with soft sand and plenty of sun loungers and parasols. Towering headlands sit like bookends at Ali Helis Beach while its soft sand is sprinkled with volleyball nets. Avithos Beach enjoys uncrowded sands, a popular tavern and child-friendly turquoise waters. Svoronata is surrounded by lush olive groves, fruit orchards and gently rolling hills. It is a wonderful location for a relaxing holiday. You will meet charming locals chatting on their doorsteps, village gardens packed with colourful scented flowers, the local church which is one of the largest on the island and decorated with incredible frescoes, a windmill where Lord Byron spent many days composing his odes and several mini-marts and tavernas.
 
The largest island of the Ionian Sea, Kefalonia has much to offer. It is famous for its exotic beaches that may make you think you are in the Caribbean or the Maldives, including Myrtos, Antisamos, Lourdas and Skala. The island enjoys picturesque villages, medieval castles, natural wonders and beautiful ancient monasteries. The capital Argostoli offers a buzzy atmosphere, the little towns of Lixouri and Sami are tourist wonders and the villages of Svoronata, Kourkoumelata, Assos, Fiscardo, Agia Efimia, Skala and Lourdas are places not to miss if you get the chance.
 
Argostoli stands proudly at the far end of a natural bay surrounded by mountains and lush forests. The major 1953 earthquake destroyed the town which was rebuilt and is now a cosmopolitan wonder with a palm-lined coastal promenade, a wonderful array of restaurants, cafes, bars and shops, a small ferry quay where boats can take you to Lixouri and fishing boats moor up and a lively central square. You will discover the beautiful Church of Saint Spyridon and the fascinating clock tower of Campana Square. The town’s Archaeological Museum of Kefalonia is home to interesting archaeological finds from the Mycenaean, Hellenistic and Roman periods. There are plenty of other museums and monasteries to visit including the Byzantine Ecclesiastical Museum, the Monastery of Agios Milapidias, the Monastery of Sission and the Historical and Folklore Museum of Corgialenos. You shouldn’t miss Vallianos Square, the town’s central square, Lithostroto, the pedestrian commercial street, De Bosset Bridge and Napier’s Garden. Argostoli is very attractive, built on hills surrounding the lagoon of Koutavos and the nature-formed harbour.
 
You can take the boat over from Argostoli to Lixouri,  the second-largest town in Kefalonia. Lixouri was built on the site where the ancient city of Pali use to be. It offers delightful restaurants and bars which line the busy waterfront and the main square, Plateia Petritsi. Lixouri hosts many festivals throughout the year and is known for its rich cultural traditions. It boasts one of the oldest philharmonic schools in Greece. You can visit some atmospheric churches with wonderful frescoes, the archaeological museum, neoclassical buildings and the famous Monastery of Kipoureon.
 
Not far from the villa is Pessada, a delightful seaside village with lovely views over to Zante. It enjoys several pretty beaches with crystal clear emerald water and rocks dotted around the bay. If time allows, you should visit Makris Gialos Beach, Xi Beach, Poros Beach, Skala Beach and the famous Myrtos Beach.
 
Further north is Assos and Fiskardo, both wonderful day or evening excursions from the villa.  Assos is peaceful and charming with some excellent restaurants and cafes. It is surrounded by luscious green scenery and verdant forests. It offers a mystical atmosphere, almost as though the village is lost in time. Pretty pastel-coloured houses are nestled into the steep hillsides and the castle is a popular visit. On the northern tip of the island, Fiskardo is trendy and chic. Its waterside dining is fabulous and there is a wonderful array of unique boutiques and gift shops. As well as colourful fishing boats in the harbour, you will see many luxury yachts as Fiskardo is definitely one of the places to be in Kefalonia.

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How to reach Kefalonia island

There are two ways to get to Kefalonia island: either by flight or by ferry.

By plane:  During the busy months, the airport of Kefalonia (EFL) receives a great number of domestic but also charter flights. The airport is located 7 km outside Argostoli, the capital of the island.

By ferry: Kefalonia has three ports: Sami (SMI), Argostoli (ARM), and Poros (PKE). If you want to arrive in Sami you should depart from Patra (GRA). In case you want to arrive to Poros or Argostoli you can depart from Killini (KIL). The trips last from 1.5 to 3 hours. You can easily book your ferry tickets using the link below or the booking engine.