House in Poulata, Sami, Kefalonia

Spacious secluded rural family villa with private pool, panoramic views and A/C

Spacious secluded rural family villa with private pool, panoramic views and A/C

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The Walnut Tree Villa, swimming pool and gardens towards Mount Aenos
The Walnut Tree Villa, swimming pool and  pool terrace
The Walnut Tree - framed by oleanders
Pool and back of the villa
Pool terrace at The Walnut Tree

Overview of Spacious secluded rural family villa with private pool, panoramic views and A/C

5 out of 5 Exceptional
6 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 13200 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Enjoy the area

Poulata, Sami, Kefalonia
  • Popular LocationKaravomilos Beach3 min drive
  • Popular LocationMelissani Cave Lake4 min drive
  • Popular LocationDrogarati Cave7 min drive
  • AirportArgostolion (EFL-Kefalonia Island Intl.)47 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Living room 1

2 Single Futons

Upstairs lounge

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Shower room 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Shower room 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Spacious secluded rural family villa with private pool, panoramic views and A/C

This spacious villa can accommodate ten (twelve by arrangement - please talk to the owner) in five air-conditioned bedrooms. There are three bedrooms (with AC) on the ground floor (two bathrooms and a separate WC), and two more bedrooms and a bathroom on the upper floor with AC throughout.

This villa is well equipped: it is a family home as well as a holiday rental and 'comfort' is the 'watch word'. Free WiFi, two well-equipped kitchens, good quality bed linen and towels, comfortable beds and sofas: we want our guests to feel as comfortable in our home as they do in theirs. Hot water is supplied by solar power with a supplementary immersion electric heater. There are wood burners on both floors.

The Walnut Tree has a 10m x 5m swimming pool, table tennis and a boule court. The villa is surrounded by landscaped grounds of around an acre with lawns and terraces, a barbecue area with a fire pit and a productive olive grove. From the first floor there are glimpses of the sea and the island of Ithaca in the distance.

The joy of The Walnut Tree villa is the 360 degree view of the surrounding area - olive groves, farmland and hills as well as the far distant mountains of the Kefalonian National Park of Mount Aenos.

The town/port of Sami is a comfortable 4km from the villa with a good range of tavernas, restaurants and bars as well as supermarkets, butcher, bakeries, a greengrocer, paper shop, laundry/dry cleaner. There is a post office, banks and ATMs. The villa is near two villages, Karavomilos and Poulata both with wonderful tavernas and restaurants.

Walking in the area round the villa is a ‘must’ to soak up the atmosphere and traditions of the island.

Above all, the villa is near to many discrete little beaches all along the coast with the beautiful and famous Antisamos Beach about ten minutes away and the world famous Myrtos beach. At Antisamos you can enjoy water sports and beach bars and tavernas and of course, the crystal clear water. The swimming and snorkelling here is magical. Many of the beach bars provide free sun loungers and parasols for their guests.

There is a wonderful new museum in Sami - describing the locality’s ancient history. The beautiful Cave Lake of Melissani and Drogarati Caves are also nearby.

Property manager

Jackie Jefferies

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Events allowed by prior arrangement with owner

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Strictly no stags or hen parties
Smoking outside only and please use ashtrays provided.
No pets allowed.

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: 75
Note from host: Events allowed by prior arrangement with owner
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 00000478417

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sami

Located in Kefalonia, this villa is in a rural area and by the sea. While the natural beauty of Myrtos Beach and Lourdas Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Port of Argostoli. Travelling with kids? Consider Navy - Folklore Museum of Ithaca and Museum of Natural History of Kefalonia and Ithaca. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Karavomilos Beach - 3 min drive
  • Melissani Cave Lake - 4 min drive
  • Drogarati Cave - 7 min drive
  • Acropolis of Sami - 12 min drive
  • Port of Argostoli - 30 min drive

Getting around

  • Argostolion (EFL-Kefalonia Island Intl.) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • Drogarati Cave - 7 min drive
  • Acron Beach Bar - 12 min drive
  • Stou Thoma - 3 min drive
  • Familia Restaurant - 3 min drive
  • Fiore D'Amore - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Spacious secluded rural family villa with private pool, panoramic views and A/C have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Spacious secluded rural family villa with private pool, panoramic views and A/C pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spacious secluded rural family villa with private pool, panoramic views and A/C?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious secluded rural family villa with private pool, panoramic views and A/C?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious secluded rural family villa with private pool, panoramic views and A/C located?

This family-friendly Kefalonia villa is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Ionian Sea, Karavomilos Beach and Melissani Cave Lake. Drogarati Cave and Old Vlachata are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

5

Exceptional

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5/5

Cleanliness

4.9/5

Check-in

4.6/5

Communication

4.8/5

Location

5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Gail G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday
A lovely place to stay with my family. Far enough from Sami for peace but close enough to enjoy all that is there.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

5/5 Excellent

MICHELE T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kefalonian Birthday Retreat
We had a large group (11 people) stay - and were thrilled with everything from the location, to the view, to the overall accommodations. The property manager was friendly and responsive, and the host checked in with us often, and even assisted us with our Private Chef by meeting him ahead of our stay. We loved everything about this VRBO and would go back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

5/5 Excellent

Patricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property in great location.
We rented this for a family group of 8. It worked really well. Lovely pool and pool area. Good size kitchen and lounge. Well equipped/ everything we needed was there.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

5/5 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family in Poulata
The villa lived up to our expectations We were a family aged 5to 77 and we all enjoyed the villa and the facilities on offer Of course the pool was a great hit with the children. It is ideal depth Adrian and Caroline were efficient friendly and knowledgable about the area A fabulous holiday. Thank you
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

5/5 Excellent

Karen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house away from it all
Beautiful house in quiet location in easy reach of Sami and beaches. Good facilities throughout the property. The only issue we had was with wasps, so had to eat indoors during the day which wasn't ideal, waiting until dark to eat our evening meal outside.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Jackie Jefferies

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Please be assured, Jackie, the owner and bookings manager will always be available for contact by telephone if required. Send an enquiry message via VRBO or after booking, renters have access to her email and phone number. The one thing all renters expect when renting holiday accommodation is peace of mind about the booking of their chosen villa. We plan to provide this to the best of our ability.

Why they chose this property

In 2017 we had a 3 generational holiday at The Walnut Tree Villa. We felt very lucky to have found such a comfortable, beautiful, and homely villa, in a secluded yet breath-taking spot. It was truly all you could wish for from a family home providing lots of extras; fresh herbs and fruits from the garden for eating and cooking, toys and games for the kids, and a healthy supply of books. Such things are so often lacking in holiday rentals, but not at the Walnut Tree! In 2022 we approached Celia and Rees (why reinvent the wheel?!) and hey presto by November of the same year we became the proud owners with a pledge to carry on with their dream and passion called The Walnut Tree Villa. 

Celia and Rees created a stunning and homely holiday home, going the extra mile to ensure their guests have a wonderful holiday which has resulted in 5-star reviews! We are carrying on where they left off with Ace properties continuing to look after our guests whilst on holiday.

What makes this property unique

It's position... It's semi-rural whilst having access to lovely Antisamos beach and its stunning Ionian Sea, restaurants in Agia Efimia, Karavomylos and Sami.  Even though its semi-rural it is possible to walk to Sami in about 30 minutes. The views, the tranquillity, the sounds of the Greek countryside (birds, sheep, goats, crickets, distant church bells, the sea rolling slow lazy waves into the beach .... or nothing).  The other benefit is that it can be used as 2 fully independent properties. This is ideal for extended family holidays or friendship groups. Giving you, your own private space by night whilst sharing in the delights of the villa and its garden an large pool. Whilst we have our own holidays at the villa we are looking forward to sharing with our friends and family, whilst making more of those truly valuable 'memories'!

We hope you want to do the same too, Kefalonia is a wonderful destination to explore and why not do so in comfort! We look forward to welcoming you to our villa and this beautiful location. 

Villa Accommodation

The Walnut Tree villa's central position on the island ensures easy access from Kefalonia's airport, a half hour drive from the capital of Argostoli. The villa is secluded, Internet connected and set in an acre of gardens with orchards with a 10m swimming pool, we also have table tennis, badminton and a boule court.

Upstairs and downstairs living areas have comfortable sofas and chairs. The dining areas have extendable tables on both floors with 15 dining chairs in total. The villa comfortably sleeps 10 adults. There is also a futon in the upstairs living space, together with a cot. So, if you need to sleep more than 10, do get in touch. Remote control air-conditioning is in all bedrooms and throughout the first floor. For off-season guests there is central heating and log burners on each floor. Hot water is provided by solar energy and immersion heater top-up if required.



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