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.
Positioned above Pessada, Essence looks out across the Ionian Sea with a full 180° horizon. The house is defined by its setting and a direct relationship between interior spaces and the landscape.
Three bedrooms and three bathrooms are composed within a layout that emphasises privacy and flow. A restrained palette of soft whites and neutral tones allows natural light to define the interiors.
At the centre of the house, a single open-plan space brings together kitchen and living, with large openings oriented towards the sea.
Essence benefits from a private hammam, providing a dedicated space for relaxation.
The outdoor areas are organised around a swimming pool with a sunken seating area, positioned towards the view. Surrounding terraces and a barbecue area provide for outdoor dining.
Essence is located in Pessada, close to the port, with Argostoli and Kefalonia International Airport approximately 15 minutes away. Nearby beaches include Pessada Beach and Makris Gialos, with access to key points of interest such as Melissani Cave and the Monastery of St. Gerasimos.
Essence brings together position, privacy, and outlook in a single, coherent setting above the Ionian.
With over ten beaches nearby and access to the island’s main points of interest, Essence is well positioned within Kefalonia. It is ideally suited to both private use and investment.
This property is eligible for both the Golden Visa and the Greek Non Dom Program.
