ELIA VILLA, CEPHALONIA

Dating back in the 17^th century, this timeless countryside estate in one of the most alluring areas on Cephalonia will totally charm you from first sight.

Destined to guide guests to the island’s authentic past, this eco-retreat blends harmoniously the ongoing agricultural activity with regional tradition and culture, while combining the authentic country life with the best in modern day lifestyle amenities, for a truly remarkable luxury living experience.

Ancestral olive trees, Italian cypresses, indigenous fruit trees, flower bushes and shrubs of the greek flora grow all around enhancing the slow paced countryside life in Cephalonia carrying you away as soon as you step foot on the grounds.

The gem of the estate is an impressively restored 18^th century stone olive press mill that operates as a museum presenting aspects of the thousand-year-old olive culture and giving guests the opportunity to live a unique experience. Take a seat on the comfortable sofas in the museum and allow yourself go onto another era or dine at the incredible outdoor area letting your personal chef trigger all five senses of yours.

The Cephalonian-style manor house presiding over the estate appears as though torn from the pages of your favorite childhood fairytale. This exceptional villa with its terracotta roof made out of old tiles and decorated with top-quality fittings and collector’s items is one of the few on the island to celebrate to the maximum the art of good living.

From the sun-drenched manicured garden you can relish in the stunning views to the clear blue Ionian Sea, and gander at the undulating valley of olive groves below. Here you will feel the royal treatment thanks to the house staff, who will cater to your every need as you lounge around the Tuscan-style pool.

In the afternoon follow the path to the old 17^th century threshing floor and let the smells and colors take you to a journey of absolute relaxation and bliss.

Five unique and stylish bedrooms, decorated in classical style can accommodate up to 12 guests while air condition in all rooms ensures comfortable sleeping even at the height of summer.

Whether looking for an active countryside adventure in the unspoilt nature or simply relaxing amidst the beautiful surroundings of the estate, villa Elia has everything you could wish for.