Villa Nero

Villa Nero occupies an enviable position on the hillside above the small port of Agios Nikolaos 2.5km away. The villa has direct access to the sea by way of a stone path constructed with great care leading down to the sea and the impressive Priest’s cave. From the villa, you can enjoy magnificent views of Vasilikos and Alykes Bay as well as out to the Peloponnese and Kefalonia shores. From the Agios Nikolaos port you can travel to the beautiful island of Kefalonia in one hour. Small boats also take tourists to nearby Cape Skinari, the northernmost point of the island and the Blue Caves below the villa. The Blue Caves are famous for the reflection and diffusion of sunlight within the caves, turning the water into an impressive azure translucent blue. The villa is situated on private land of over 40000 sqm just above the Blue Caves and a 20 minute boat ride to the spectacular Shipwreck Beach.

You will feel like you have stepped back in time in the northern part of Zakynthos. It is far removed from the buzzy southern towns of Laganas, Kalamaki and Zante Town. The rugged countryside is lush, beautiful and heartening.

The real name of Shipwreck Beach is Navagio Beach. It is incredibly picturesque with the 256 feet sheer limestone cliffs in the background and features on many posters. The beach can only be reached by boat though you can park at the top of the cliffs for photograph opportunities. The wrecked ship imbedded in the sand is particularly fun for children.

The unspoilt Makris Gialos and Xygia Beaches are close by. Xigia Beach is known for its therapeutic sulphur springs rich in collagen that flow up from the sea bed.