Olives, ouzo and octopus - try them all?!
Treat yourself to a typical Meze – a series of tiny dishes that accompany the aniseed based liquor, you can try an Ouzerie, that is similar to a Spanish Tapas bar – a great way to spend a lazy afternoon.
Alegria
Minies, Svoronata, Kefalonia
- 6
- 3
- 3
FROM
£ 1,748
PER WEEK
New for 2026 - wonderful seafront location.
Accommodation
At a glance
- Sleeps 6
- 3 Double Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- Air Conditioning
- WiFi
- Beach 1.2km
- Taverna 1.3km
- Mini-market 2.6km
- Ground Floor: Open plan living room (A/C, Smart TV, WiFi, ornamental fireplace) with patio doors to terrace. Dining area with patio doors to terrace. Kitchen (oven, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine). Double bedroom (king size bed, A/C, TV) with en suite shower room and doors to terrace.
- First Floor: Double bedroom (king size bed, A/C, TV) with doors to shared balcony and en suite shower room with door to balcony. Double bedroom (king size bed, A/C, TV) with en suite bathroom and doors to shared balcony.
- Outside: Sun terrace. In-built barbecue. Covered dining terrace. Private parking. In-built seating area with fire pit.
- Private swimming pool (10m x 4m) with Roman steps.
It is hard to find a more enviable location along this scenic stretch of Kefalonian coastline which is enjoyed by Alegría.
A beautifully appointed property boasting wonderful, uninterrupted sea views. One of three exceptional villas located at the end of a quiet road, Alegria offers striking views of the gorgeous coastline for you to enjoy from the terraces and inviting pool, or from the first floor balconies where you can enjoy your morning coffee from.
Located within the Minies area, just a few minutes from the airport, three local beaches can be found close by which offer locations in which to soak up the island’s natural beauty. At Minies (1.3km), the water is calm and shallow, making it choice for both couples seeking a swim and families with younger children. To the south lies Ammes Beach (2.1km), a gently shelving crescent of sand and clear, turquoise water, which is popular with locals, while Spasmata Beach (2.6km) offers wilder beauty, perfect for those seeking a more natural setting. Framed by low cliffs and fringed with coarse golden sand, it offers ideal conditions for swimming and snorkelling. Slightly further afield is the Blue Flag Beach of Ai Helis (4.2km) which is often a popular choice.
Alegria is comfortably furnished and thoughtfully laid out. On the ground floor you will find the well equipped kitchen, open-plan living and dining areas, with doors framing the wonderful views across the sun-bathed terraces, immaculate garden and lawns, featuring palm trees, creating natural shade to escape from the Mediterranean sunshine, and out to sea. On this level, one bedroom with an en suite shower can be found, which also has doors leading directly on to the terrace area, ideal for the early risers seeking the a morning swim. On the first floor, two further bedrooms can be found which both have en suite, one with shower, while the other has a bath with a hand-held shower. Both bedrooms feature patio doors, which open out onto private balconies allowing you to enjoy the wonderful views from.
Outside, a private pool provides the perfect setting for unhurried afternoons, which lead to family or friends time in the evenings while sitting on the in built seats and gazing out to sea.
This unspoilt corner of the island is well suited to exploration, as Argostoli is a 20 minute drive to its waterfront cafés and shaded squares. Alternatively, take a short drive to local vineyards (Sarris 6km or Gentilini 4.6km) to pick up a bottle or two to enjoy back at Alegria. The local village of Svoronata can be found within a 10 minute drive. Here you will find a handful of tavernas, mini markets, plus a few small shops, the pace is distinctly unhurried within this local village.
- Please note: due to the location of Alegria there is direct access (via a gate) to the seafront. Please ensure children are supervised at all times.
- Property Licence No. 0458K91000426501
Pricing & Availability
Additional Pricing Information
All Prices are per property, not per person.
Please note: The Greek Government has introduced a Climate Tax which is payable by guests staying in hotels and other properties. For Alegria the charge is a flat rate of €15 (£13.04) per night. For your convenience we will add this amount to your booking, rather than you having to pay it in resort.
Location of Alegria
Locality
Great Things to Do Near Alegria
Argostoli back streets - explore a little...
For retail therapy, the pedestrian Lithostrato offers a wonderful selection of shops offering everything from local produce to stylish leather shoes. There are plenty of local cafes for refreshments and the Orthodox church of St. Spiridon and the Catholic church always have their doors open. Go on a Tuesday, Thursday or Friday in the evenings when all the shops are open.
Wine lovers - rejoice!
Kefalonia has many excellent wineries, all of which are delighted to offer tours and tastings. The closest to the villa are Sarris and Gentilini.
Pie in the sky
The Greeks love their pies, and the Kefalonians have taken it one step further in producing this nourishing dish. Everyone has their own recipe, but it is usually flaky filo pastry stuffed with minced pork & rice along with the secret recipe of spices and sauce - delicious.
Turtle rescue fund
The Kefalonia locals are extremely proud of the fact that the 'Caretta Caretta' turtles continue to use the unspoilt beaches in the south of the island to nest their eggs. As one would hope and expect, beaches such as Mounda Bay are protected and supervised to ensure that the eggs are not disturbed by the invasion of sun umbrellas and beach barbecues that can often be found on such stunningly beautiful beaches.
Explore Lefkada - the island next door
Lefkatha means white and the island's name of Lefkada reflects the towering white cliffs and beaches on the western shores of this green and unspoilt island. Sailing from Fiscardo to Vassiliki, plenty of windsurfers consider this bay serious windsurfing territory. Apart from watching the colourful sails as they strut their stuff, exploring the rest of the island is a delight. Sivota, Nidri, Geni and Lefkada Town offer a wonderful variety of beaches, villages and towns to explore
Zax - a - ro- pla - stio ( pastry shop in other words!)
Visit any Zaxaroplastio for a sweet pastry. This complicated word denotes popular pastry shops that have a large array of tiny, sticky, confections, using filo pastry, nuts, honey, figs and raisins, some cakes ooze chocolate - naughty but nice!
Drogorati caves
Although they have deservedly become a serious attraction on the Island, it’s never so busy that you have to spend much time waiting to see them. We recommend that you try to arrive there either early(ish) morning or late afternoon, so as to be sure to avoid any bus party that may be visiting the caves as part of their Island tour. The Stalagmites and Stalactites are well worth the effort of driving here.
Island hop to Zakynthos
Another island, not so far away from Kefalonia, but it could be at the other end of the world, such is the contrast between these beautiful islands. Take the daily ferry over from the port of Pessada for the 90 minute crossing to Skinari, in the north of Zakynthos, and from there you could take another boat trip to the amazing Shipwreck Beach, or go for a sightseeing tour before catching the evening ferry back.
Spook yourself out at the Mazarakata tombs
Between the villages of Lakythra and Metaxata visit the eerie Mazarakata tombs and wander among the ancient graves where wildflowers bloom in colourful abundance. Excavated mainly by Kefalonian archaeologist Panayotis Kavvadias in 1908, the burial chambers had been filled with decorative clay pots, tiles, glassware and gold plates, which are now housed in the Archaeological Museum of Argostoli. Today all that remains are the tombs themselves, where you can clamber and explore as you choose. It's a remarkably tranquil area, and the ideal place to spend a few hours with a sketchpad imagining the ancient civilisation that created it.
Nearby
Towns/Villages
| Svoronata | 10 mins | |
| Argostoli | 20 mins | |
| Lassi | 20 mins |
Beaches
| Spasmata | 6 mins | |
| Ai Helis | 10 mins | |
| Avithos | 15 mins | |
| Minies | 20 mins | |
| Spartia Beach | 25 mins | |
| Lourdas Beach | 30 mins | |
| Ammes Beach | 30 mins | |
| Myrtos | 1 Hr |
Airports
| Kefalonia | 10 mins |
ports
| Pessada | 25 mins | |
| Sami | 1 Hr |
