It’s a short walk to dip your toes in the crystal clear waters of the Ionian Sea, when you vacation in Villa Parasol, on the southeast coast of the Greek island of Zakynthos. This stunning two-storey, detached, luxury villa is perfectly positioned just fifty metres from the seashore of the picturesque resort of Agios Sostis. The villa has three spacious double bedrooms and can accommodate up to eight guests, ideal for a family holiday, or a friends’ get-together. This classic villa is set in its own grounds, surrounded by exotic palm trees and tall cypresses, with lovely lush green lawns, and your own private swimming pool.
Villa Parasol is constructed out of local hewn stones, with rich terracotta-washed walls, and a wrap-around veranda for some shady alfresco living. The property comes complete with all the mod cons, including complimentary air conditioning and Wi-Fi throughout, private parking, and concierge facilities. The interiors are cool and contemporary, floor-to-ceiling double doors flood the property with lots of natural light, stylishly furnished with modern pieces, and decorated in a sophisticated colour palette of calm dreamy creams, and subtle earth tones highlights.
Enter the villa at ground floor level, where you will find an elegant, bright, and breezy, open plan living space, with doors that open directly onto the pool terrace. The seating area has three comfy cream sofas, arranged around light wood coffee tables and a display cabinet, that is home to a flat-screen satellite television, and an enclosed fireplace, for those cooler months and evenings. The adjacent traditional dark wood formal dining set and matching sideboard are ideal for some splendid indoor entertaining. Double doors lead to a wood and white fully-equipped kitchen, which has all the latest appliances that you will need to cater for your holiday. The kitchen has an informal glass-topped dining set, perfect for meeting up for breakfast and discussing the day’s plans. A separate shower room completes the ground floor.
Take the circular wrought iron staircase to the first floor, where you will find three beautifully-appointed, spacious double bedrooms. The first bedroom has a double bed, fitted wardrobes, a flat-screen television and safe, an ensuite shower room, and a balcony with a vista. The second bedroom has a hand-crafted four-poster canopy bed, fitted wardrobes, and a pool-view balcony, whilst the third bedroom has twin beds, open wardrobes, and a balcony. A modern family bathroom, with a huge walk-in shower, hand basin, and WC, completes the accommodation.
The grounds and the gardens of Villa Parasol are the stars of the show. The villa is surrounded by tall mature trees that offer shade and privacy. A stone paved terrace is a home to a fabulous, step-entry, free-form swimming pool, perfect for a few lengths or a cooling dip. Wooden sun loungers with deep cushions invite you to lie back, relax, and catch up with this summer’s best seller. Be at one with nature on the well-manicured lawns, whilst the children amuse themselves in the dedicated play area. A large wooden pergola is home to a rustic, round dining table, with wooden bench seats and chairs. Meet on the terrace for cocktails as the sun sets, then feast alfresco on dishes freshly grilled on the built-in barbeque.
Features:
The Villa
A 300sqm, detached, two storey, luxury sea view beach front, 3 bed, 2 bath, villa with private pool and gardens
Interior
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Dining room
- Spacious living area with fireplace
- Bathroom with shower
- Bedroom 1 – Double bed, en-suite bathroom with shower, balcony
- Bedroom 2 – Double bed, balcony
- Bedroom 3 – Double bed, shower
- Bathroom with shower
Exterior
- Private swimming pool (6m x 12m)
- Sunbeds
- Umbrellas
- Dining area
Additional Facilities
- Internet/Wi-Fi
- Air conditioning
- Espresso machine
- Barbecue
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Hairdryer
- Safe
- Parking space
- Cot (upon request)
- Highchair (upon request)
- Beds for 6 people with extra beds (sofas) for up to 8
Location:
Villa Parasol can be found in the natural beauty of the small picturesque resort of Agios Sostis, on the southeast coast of the Greek island of Zakynthos, in the azure waters of the Ionian Sea. The villa is nine kilometres from Zakynthos International Airport, or island hop and arrives by ferry at the port of Agios Nikolaos. Local cafes and bars are within walking distance, and minimarts with provisions for your holiday, are a short drive away. The nearest organised beach of Agios Sostis is on your doorstep, a fifty-metre walk will take you to the sandy shores and crystal clear water of the Ionian Sea.
The villa is perfectly positioned near the busy resort town of Laganas, the charming harbour town of Porto Koukla, and the quiet secluded spot of Kalamaki rated one of the best beaches on the island. Laganas is famous for its seafront shops, bars and restaurants, bike and boat hire, sandy shores and water sports, thermal springs and nesting turtles, and lively nightlife. A ten-minute drive will take you to the holiday hot spot of Tsilivi, with banks and supermarkets, cafes, bars, and restaurants, and a beautiful sandy beach. Have fun on the pedaloes, take to the water on jet skis, and go airborne with a spot of parasailing. Feel the beat at Zante’s famous Pure Beach Club, party all day to the vibes from their state-of-the-art sound system, and discover the delights of a Champagne Spray. Go north to the unique Navagio beach, with a shipwreck on shore, and accessible only by sea.
The island is renowned for its excellent hiking, trek the local countryside to discover nature’s flora and fauna. The main town of Zante is seven kilometres away, visit the Byzantine Museum, the church of Agios Markos with its imposing belfry, and the impressive church of St Dionysus, the patron saint of the island. Go on a guided walking tour from Solomos Square, and be impressed by the historic Venetian architecture. Shop in the souvenir stores, and sip an ouzo in a Greek music bouzouki bar, as you watch the world go by.
Take to the water with a catamaran tour around the coastline, join a day trip from Zante harbour, or hire your own private yacht complete with captain. Nearby Keri Lake is a village that combines the sea, forests, valleys, and streams and is abundantly rich in agriculture. Walk through the scented pine forests, pick grapes and olives in season, be amazed at the bouquet of natural wildflowers, take a boat trip to the Keri Caves, and then dine by the waterside.
The picture-perfect village of Bochali has an ancient Venetian castle with stunning sea, coast, and town views, and a tiny church, charmingly named Zoodos Pigi with beautiful Byzantine icons. Make sure you take a tour of one of the many vineyards across the island, sample the wine, and take a bottle or two home with you. You may be there for the Zante Carnival, inspired by the island’s Venetian heritage, the festival starts with drinking and dancing, and ends with eating cheese – need we say more!
Terms & Conditions:
Arrival time
16.00
Departure time
10.00
Minimum stay
5 nights.
Other Ts and Cs
Please note that on occasions, in Greece, extremes in weather can cause water and/ or electric supply to be cut or reduced. Services are normally restored as soon as possible.
