Villa Gioia - Secret gem with private garden - Katastari

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Air conditioning

Frequently asked questions

Is Villa Gioia - Secret gem with private garden pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa Gioia - Secret gem with private garden?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Gioia - Secret gem with private garden?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa Gioia - Secret gem with private garden located?

Situated by the sea, this villa is within 1 mi (2 km) of Ionian Sea and Alykes Beach. Alykanas Beach is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Gertrud F.

9 October 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A very pleasant stay.

We were very fine with the accommodation. Looks exactly like on photos. Nikos is an attentive host. Villa Gioia is lovingly and tastefully furnished. It is located perfectly to explore the hole island what is worth it. The local bakery and supermarket is nearby. Its a short drive to Alykes beach.

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniela M., Bucharest

7 October 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A large house with a beautiful garden to enjoy and relax

A large house with a beautiful garden to enjoy and relax. The closest beach may be reached in five minutes drive. Nikos is very helpful with good suggestions on restaurants and beaches.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Annabel H.

23 July 2018

A magical oasis

Christine and Nikos have beautifully and stylishly renovated their property to a high standard both inside and out. I can honestly say the photos don't do it justice. The garden is a wonderful, lush oasis that is hard to leave! Backing onto farmland with oak trees in a peaceful location, occasionally punctuated by sounds from the chickens and cockerel. Great air con too for a cool night's sleep! The comfortable sitting and dining room is massive and the kitchen has every appliance you could possibly need. Nikos welcomed us in and kindly gave us some goodies in the fridge. We walked to the local bakery in the village in about 5 minutes so you can get lovely fresh bread for the morning. The local supermarket (just by the bakery) has everything you could need including fresh produce, but I'd recommend a trip to one of the larger supermarkets for fresh meat and cheese, and extra fresh fruit/veg. The only thing I would suggest to be updated is to add a wall attachment for the shower head so you can stand under it rather than hold it. I'd have no hesitation recommending this property and its lovely hosts to anyone going to Zakynthos who would like to stay somewhere away from the crowds yet only a short drive to restaurants or the coast. It really is an oasis...

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Jakub U.

8 July 2017

Lovely Decour and Pleasant Stay

This is probably one of the most charming apartments you will find on the island. It is exceptionally well decorated and it is clearly evident that the owners are both very fashionable and savvy. If it wasn't for the lovely garden on most days you would probably never want to go outside. If you are a design afficionado or are looking for something truly original and charming you will love this apartment. If you are after convenience and proximity to the beach you will likely be a little disappointed. The location is not the most convenient but if you have a car then the charm of the apartment may likely make up for it. The owner was very easy to deal with and quite responsive to some small problems we had encountered. The apartment is relatively well furnished, however if you love to cook you maybe a little bit disappointed as the kitchen is somewhat lacking, although very pretty to look at. If you prefer to eat out most days you shall not have a problem. The garden is even nicer than the pictures indicate and a lovely place to spend the afternoon or enjoy a nice evening dinner. It should be mentioned however that it is not as private as it looks. There is an upper story above this apartment with balconies all around. At the time we were there the upstairs was vacant however I could see this as an impingement of privacy for some people who may not enjoy being looked over. The owners have clearly put an extensive amount of care and effort into this apartment and we highly recommend you give it a try.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ebi I.

30 September 2016

Just what we were looking for

Me and my wife stayed here for our honeymoon. We met up with Nikos and he had a card with a bottle of wine to congratulate and welcome us. He also gave us a rundown of things to do on the island that proved to be invaluable as we went about our week. The cottage was spacious, quiet, and very non-touristy (it is nestled in a quiet village away from most of the tourists). In a nutshell, it was perfect for us and what we were looking for. The garden was beautiful and I spent quite a bit of time there when I was "home". I couldn't help but look around and say, "wow, I'm in Greece!" The cottage is very close to Alykes Beach which has plenty of shopping, restaurants, and other excursions you can book. It is also a great central location for those looking to explore the entirely of the island.

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