The atmosphere in the clear water harbours of Kioni and Frikesis simple, lazy and welcoming. Mornings are greeted by the smell of freshly baked bread and the sight of little fishing boats returning with their catch; the evenings echo the sound of distant goat bells as farmers urge their flocks back home.
Exploring this unspoilt island by boat or on foot, you are able to discover the legendary places mentioned in Homer’s Odyssey, small inland villages, ancient monasteries and deserted beaches.
Ithaca is a deceivingly large island with a population of just three thousand and will appeal to those looking for a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, clear waters and an escape from built-up resorts.
Guided Walks on Ithaca
If you'd like to explore Ithaca on foot, we can arrange guided walks to find out about the island's history, mythology, flora and fauna.
Read more about walks on Ithaca
- Commences - Saturday morning
- Departure airport - London Gatwick and Manchester
- Arrival airport - Argostoli, Cephalonia
- On arrival - Ithaca is reached by a 1 hour coach drive from Argostoli airport to the port of Sami and then a 40 minute crossing on a privately chartered ferry to Ithaca. Snacks and drinks are available on board.
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Agnandio
At Kioni | Sleeps 2-3Being on the hillside above Kioni, the Agnandio boast spectacular views. Newly built, this pair of top (first) floor apartments provides good modern standards and plenty of room.
Costa's House
At Kioni | Sleeps 2-6
Special OfferCosta’s House enjoys a special position to watch the activities of the small port, but not to be seen. Conveniently close to the activities of Kioni’s waterfront yet enjoys private seclusion.
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Georgakis House
At Kioni | Sleeps 2-4 Special OfferGeorgakis House is one of the traditional village houses, which line the Kioni waterfront and enjoy superb and unobstructed views across the bay.
Hilltop House
At Kioni | Sleeps 2-5 Special OfferThe ten to fifteen minute walk from Kioni waterfront to the Hilltop House is steep in parts but will reward the escapist. This is the only private house in Kioni to have a swimming pool.
House Of Phoebe
At Kioni | Sleeps 2-6 Special OfferPhoebe is a large, traditional island house which has been converted with care to produce a beautiful private home
Kaliopi Apartment
At Kioni | Sleeps 2 Special OfferKaliopi is set back from the little village street and is just a minute’s walk away from the waterfront. The apartment has been attractively finished in pine and ceramic floortiles.
Koukla
At Kioni | Sleeps 2-5Koukla is the top floor of a two storey property situated near the top of the valley behind Kioni waterfront.
Levendis Estate
Above Afales Bay | Sleeps 2-4Mal and Spero have painstakingly converted seven acres of wilderness on Ithaca into a comfortable organic estate, hidden from the outside world.
Lorenzo's House
at Kioni | Sleeps 2-4 Special OfferLorenzo’s House is in the hilltop hamlet of Rachi above Kioni and has one of the best vantage positions with magnificent views across the sea to the islands of Lefkas, Meganissi, Atokos, Kastos, Arkoudi and the Greek mainland
Penelope's Cottage
At Exoghi | Sleeps 2Penelope’s Cottage is on one of the lower village terraces and commands a magnificent panoramic view over the deep blue waters of Afales Bay and Ithaca's northern valleys of olive groves.
Petrino House
Near Frikes | Sleeps 2-5 Special OfferReached by a small country lane, which cuts through the valley of olive groves behind the little port of Frikes, Petrino House provides total privacy but is just a short distance from the waterfront shops and tavernas.
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The Lefki Villas
Near Agios Yannis Beach | Sleeps 2-4 Special OfferA small road leads down from the small village of Lefki, perched up high on Ithaca's west coast, to the clear waters of Agios Yannis beach.
Villa Apaggio
Near Vathy | Sleeps 2-5The local word ‘Apaggio’ means a peaceful recluse. From Vathy a road winds its way south through a beautiful, undulating landscape with only a very few houses and dramatic views to the sea.
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Villa Helena
Near Vathy | Sleeps 2-5 Special OfferThis modern villa, set in terraced gardens, has a private, countrified location and has unobstructed views over a valley of vineyards and olive groves and across the sea to the Greek mainland.
Villa Nondas
Near Vathy | Sleeps 2-6 Special OfferVilla Nondas is set on a hillside of olive trees overlooking Vathy Bay. A private driveway leads from the road, which connects Vathy and the small medieval town of Paliochora – once the island’s capital, to the private grounds of the villa.
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Villa Votsalo
Near Kioni | Sleeps 2-4Set back from the coastal road in the hilltop hamlet of Rachi, Villa Votsalo has a wonderful, elevated, hillside location.
Island locations in Ithaca
Use the map to explore each of the locations on Ithaca to which you can take a Greek Island Villa Holiday.
