- Spectacular location
- Exceptional sea views.
- Pool
- Sleeps four
- Two bedrooms; both ensuite
- Master bedroom (terrace & sea views)
- Twin bedroom with garden access.
- Air conditioned throughout
- Garden & BBQ
- WiFi
- Satellite TV
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Genuinely charming villa.
Truly magical 'hilltop retreat' yet easy access to village and beaches.A recent guest wrote this regarding the views:"The pictures do not do justice to the location and the views are mind blowing in their beauty"
Sleeps four in two bedrooms. Both ensuite and both with dual aspect window/door maximising the impact of the glorious surroundings. Although it accommodates four people in great comfort, this villa is often chosen by couples looking for a truly romantic property and location.Jaw dropping panoramic views eastward to the sea, Meganissi island and the mainland beyond and views westward back to the dramatic interior mountain ranges. Spectacular sunrise and sunset viewings.
Guests comment on the strong sense of 'escapism' and ‘connection with nature’ which they feel in this location as a result of the dramatic, far reaching landscapes, the natural gardens (with local herbs) and the wildlife including eagles and hawks (gliding on thermals high above the sea below) as well as tortoises and goats. You may occassionally hear goat bells tinkling in the distance.
Watching the myriad yachts below gliding silently through calm waters enhances that sense of relaxation and tranquillity.
The best of both worlds by way of privileged “hilltop retreat” yet easy access to Poros village below and the beaches beyond.
Large, level plot with extensive natural gardens to both sides of villa.
Well proportioned, well thought out spaces.
Direct access from both bedrooms and lounge to terraces and garden.
Air conditioning in lounge and bedrooms. Insect screens on windows and most doors.
WiFi internet (Please check with us at time of booking if you require this facility)
Complimentary food hamper on arrival
Overview
On an island as spectacular and genuinely unspoilt as Lefkada, it’s not uncommon to find villas in beautiful settings with impressive views however The Sunrise House elevates this category of villa to an altogether new level.
It's the superb ‘hilltop retreat’ setting, the uncomplicated yet superbly effective design and the literally stunning views which combine to make this a very special property.
Each generously proportioned room has been designed to maximise space and light with windows/ doors which enable guests to take full advantage of the surrounding views. Strong colours have been used throughout and the comfortable, modern furniture is of natural materials. Even the terrace furniture is high quality and comfortable.
Having stayed in the villa ourselves, the words we’d use most are “charming” and "comfortable" . It’s a really well designed and exquisitely comfortable house finished to a high standard and set in the most beautiful and tranquil location. Throughout our stay we never once lost the feeling of being somewhere very special. It really did feel as if we were in a beautiful, comfortable, tranquil world of our own.
Most guests are literally stunned on arrival by the location and incomparable views across the sea channel and to the mountains of mainland Greece beyond. Views in both directions, east and west, provide dramatic sunrise and sunset viewings. In addition to the breathtaking sea views you can enjoy a stroll through the rear garden to watch the sunset below Poros village.
The villa has extensive grounds. Delightful herb gardens (lit at night) as well as fig, olive and plum tree groves are bordered by natural stone walls and paths. There is a spacious pool terrace for sunbathing complemented by large areas of shaded terrace.
Location
Above Poros village. Lefkada (Lefkas) Island.
The villa sits above the sleepy picture postcard village of Poros and within easy reach of Mikros Gialos bay. Poros is approximately four minutes drive down the access road from villa.Poros is a quintessentially, picture postcard, country village with a church on the hillside and numerous exceptionally quaint rural house houses (many keep bees in their garden for producing the local honey). There is also a useful bakery, taverna and mini market in Poros.
The nearest beach is Mikros Gialos, which lies below Poros and is a further five minute drive approximately. Here, there are several (very) good tavernas. Within a twenty minute drive of The Sunrise House are numerous beautiful and completely unspoilt villages and harbours such as Syvota Bay, Vassiliki Bay, and Vlycho as well as Nidri town. Nidri (approx fifteen minutes) is a particularly useful town with numerous shops, restaurants, cafes, banks, post office, car hire and ferries leaving for Meganissi island. There are also several boat hire centres, sailing schools and water sports centres here. Maybe hire a boat and motor across to Meganissi or one of the tiny islands nearby.
Layout
Main entrance opens into light, charming air conditioned lounge with stone fireplace, comfortable sofas and armchairs as well as a spacious dining area with large dining table.
From the lounge: patio doors lead to shaded terrace where one can dine, read, relax watching the children in the pool or simply do nothing but absorb the sense of calm generated by the superb views.
From lounge to large, light, well equipped, hand-built kitchen (with dishwasher) adjacent to dining area. The kitchen has plenty cupboard space and all necessary equipment. Although not pictured, there is now a large, American style fridge / freezer installed in kitchen.
From kitchen area two steps lead to:
- double bedroom, dual aspect, air conditioned, with large en-suite bathroom (bath/shower), sliding patio doors open onto a small veranda with stunning views.
- twin bedroom, dual aspect, air conditioned and sliding patio doors open onto patio within grounds of the gardens. From interior of twin bedroom, two steps down to large ensuite bathroom with shower. Very usefully, this ensuite has a second door providing direct access from ensuite to lounge, dining area and main entrance door.
Outside: Driveway with easy parking by garden path leading through herb garden to main entrance. Gardens have natural stone walls, patios, terraces and shrub beds. Private swimming pool, large patio and veranda. Sunbeds and patio furniture. Separate patio with B.B.Q. All paths, patios and pool are lit at night. Panoramic sea and mountain views. To the rear of the villa is another patio with B.B.Q. and views that overlook Poros village and down the valley to the sea, a perfect place to watch the sunset.
The Sunrise House is one of only three villas on this hill and in common with most of the more prestigious properties on the Island (those providing a sense of ‘escape’ and set in the more dramatic locations) the villa is approached via an unmade, although perfectly drive-able access road leading up the hill from Poros village to the driveway of the villa. From the access road there are dramatic views to the valley below and inland mountains beyond.
(See notes re car hire at foot of page).
Features
Car
Like most properties on Lefkada, a car is required.
Although a 'normal' car can be used on the access road if driven carefully and at low speed (although not sports coupes with lowered suspension and or body trim) we'd recommend, for all round comfort, practicality and the ability to easily explore other parts of the island, a vehicle such as a Suzuki Vitara (4WD), Mitsubishi Pajero (4WD), Diahatsu Terios, 4 door Suzuki Jimny or, one the newer breed of (often just two wheel drive but) "higher clearance", "cross over" vehicles such as the Nissan Qashqai or other SUV.
Vehicles of this type are good for the access road from village to villa as well as exploring some of the island's least visited and most beautiful spots. We can provide details of local suppliers. If there are more than four in your group you may need a second car.
Tourist Licence 0831K10K769001