The island’s capital is Argostoli, a neat and pleasant town filled with cafes, restaurants and bars. Take a seat at Ampelaki Restaurant, a little gem that combines the best quality ingredients with a passion for Kefalonian and Greek cuisine, or take your pick from the bustling cafes crowding the main square, Platia Valiianou.
Kefalonia’s coastline is dotted with secret beaches, ranging from soft and sandy to wild and rocky. Most of the beaches are quiet, even in the peak summer months, with plenty of natural shade provided by pine tree forests stretching down to the shoreline.
A morning at the picture-perfect Myrtos Beach, with its unbelievably soft sand and turquoise waters, is a sublime experience never to be forgotten.
Nature lovers can look out for the protected loggerhead turtles that creep ashore each night to lay their precious eggs, as well as the highly endangered monk seal, which plays in the warm waters around the coastline.
The most iconic settlement on the island is Fiscardo, the ‘St Tropez of Kefalonia’. This small fishing village was the only settlement not destroyed by the 1953 earthquake and retains its picturesque charm and examples of the island’s original Venetian architecture. Transforming into a yachters’ paradise come summer, the numerous tavernas lining its small harbour make the perfect setting for a long, leisurely lunch with a side of people-watching.
the olive press is a restored stone property dating from circa 1875, originally constructed as an olive press. traditional architectural features, including exposed stonework, vaulted timber ceilings and oak flooring, have been carefully preserved, while contemporary finishes introduce modern comfort throughout.
set within 950 sqm of landscaped grounds near fiskardo, the 195 sqm property enjoys privacy and panoramic views across the ionian towards ithaka. foki beach is within walking distance, while the harbour, waterfront restaurants and boutiques of fiskardo are a short drive away.
a restored nineteenth-century olive press with panoramic views across the ionian towards ithaka.
the accommodation comprises five bedrooms and five bathrooms, including an independent guest house. at the heart of the house, a double-height open-plan living and dining area sits beneath vaulted timber ceilings with exposed roof beams, while a mezzanine overlooks the main living space.
a contemporary kitchen, arranged around a central island, opens directly onto the surrounding terraces, creating a natural connection between the interior and outdoor living areas.
historic character, panoramic sea views and a peaceful setting moments from fiskardo.
stone-paved terraces wrap around the house, offering a variety of outdoor spaces for dining, entertaining and relaxation. landscaped gardens surround the heated swimming pool and sun deck, while shaded pergolas, a barbecue area and a traditional wood-fired pizza oven extend the living spaces outdoors. elevated seating areas are positioned to enjoy the sea views, completing a property that combines historic character with a peaceful setting close to fiskardo.
this property is eligible for both the golden visa and the greek non dom program.
