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Villa Eftihios

House profile · Skopelos, Greece

Villa Eftihios

Sitting high and proud on a mountain top in one of the most fantastic spots on the island, Villa Eftihios enjoys breathtaking views in every direction. This holiday villa has been designed with this…

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Skopelos, Greece

Sitting high and proud on a mountain top in one of the most fantastic spots on the island, Villa Eftihios enjoys breathtaking views in every direction. This holiday villa has been designed with this spectacular position very much in mind, and there are terraces surrounding the house making sure that every aspect of the location can be fully appreciated.

Villa Eftihios must have one of the best positions on Skopelos, towards the north-western tip and high on the top of a mountain. From this glorious spot, there are stunning views in every direction – towards Skiathos in the west and Alonissos in the east. The villa has been very well designed inside and out and the owners have tried to ensure that the property has everything to maximise comfort and enjoyment of both the accommodation and surrounds. There is a lovely pool and well furnished interior spaces.

Villa Eftihios is the perfect get away for both couples and families who want a real escape in a villa that offers everything one hopes for in a Greek island setting. Peace, beauty and enchanting sunsets make Villa Eftihios unforgettable!

Accommodation Details

Entering into the open plan lower level kitchen/sitting room, you immediately sense that the house is not just a rental, but a lovingly decorated home in which the owners spend time. With the kitchen painted in pretty blues and greens, it has all the conveniences of your own kitchen and a French door for easy access to the outdoor patio areas. A skylight centered above the kitchen allows for extra light to the entire space. The highlight of the dining area is a huge round dining table with plenty of seating for large parties. The sitting room is amply furnished with a comfortable sofa, floor pillows, country antiques and cozy kelim rugs. Every side of the room is lined with windows offering fantastic views to the sea and neighbouring islands creating a light and airy space.

A winding stairway leads to a unique upper floor with two bedrooms on different levels. A smaller stairway leads to the master bedroom with three French doors opening to two private balconies and one shared terrace. The balconies are on opposite sides of the room and offer spectacular views of sunrise and sunset.

The ‘top of the world’ terrace is the perfect spot for afternoon sunning with views down to the pool and uninterrupted vistas to brilliant azure seas. The spacious bathroom with full sized bathtub is centrally located down the hall and is decorated in bright blue tiles. At the end of the hallway is the second bedroom which consists of a sunny office with desk, bookshelves and French door to the same terrace that is shared with the master bedroom. A small stairway (not recommended for young children) ascends to the sleeping gallery. It is furnished with two twin beds in an open space under the roof rafters and has a small shower room.

A third bedroom with a separate entrance is reached from the front terrace. This twin-bedded room is perfect for teenagers and young adults who may appreciate a little independence and privacy from the main house. It is equipped with a separate small shower room and w/c.

Outside Facilities

The outside areas of this well designed villa are part of its best assets. The wrap-around terracotta tiled terraces with glorious sea views lend a real Mediterranean feel to the spaces and create a perfect spot for all. Sun or shade, breezes or a warm protected sunny area, there’s an ideal position for every time of day. A large built-in seating area is located just outside of the kitchen for outdoor dining. The pool is built on a level lower than the villa with drop away views to distant sea and sky. Another roomy terrace set below the pool level adds even more space for sunning and relaxing There are plenty of parking spaces to one side of the property.

Local Area

Villa Eftihios’s position near the north tip of the island ensures lots of room for exploration. Some of the islands loveliest and out of the way beaches are within just a few minutes drive. Walkers will enjoy the most un-spoilt parts of the island by walking in any direction along the many old donkey trails and paths. The town of Glossa is about 5/10 minutes’ drive from the villa enabling you to have an evening meal and meander back as the sun is setting in the distance.

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Characteristics

  • Sea views
  • Mountain setting
  • Terrace living
  • Near beaches
  • Outdoor living