Villa Gioia is a wonderful villa with a private patio and a romantic garden. Just 2Km away from the famous beach of Alykes. Ideal for relaxation, giving a real insight into the traditional Greek lifestyle. If you are looking for peace and quiet as well as getting in touch with nature, look no further! The space Surrounded by olive oil trees and blooming flowers offering you the opportunity to recharge your batteries and return home as a new person! Located at the center of Katastari village on the island of Zakynthos in the Ionian Sea, only 2Km away from the famous Alykes beach where you can find almost anything you need! General Description The house is decorated with attention to detail and classic furnishings, folk art objects and embroideries. The combination of wood and stone exudes an intimate atmosphere that makes it a real home away from home. Spend your time to the fairy garden or head to the lovely beaches. Excellent choice for a romantic stay for couples or families looking for a value for money accommodation in Zakynthos island. Features This Mediterranean art villa consists of a large living room, a dining area, 2 bedrooms (one master bedroom with a double bed, one bedroom with two single beds), a bathroom, a wc and a well equipped kitchen. Opening the balcony doors of the living room you will face a wonderful stone built private patio which leads to a lovely and romantic garden. You can sit at the large wooden table which is perfect for drinking your morning coffee or having a nice lunch. After a long day at the beautiful beaches of the island you can return to your private villa and wash off the salty water of the sea by taking a refreshing outdoor shower. Don’t miss the opportunity to enjoy a relaxing nap at the outdoor sofa bed, simply by listening to the sounds of nature, or read a book among the trees and the blooming summer flowers. Take some time to explore our garden and get to know a little bit better the plants and the herbs that we grow or even add them in your cooking. Speaking of cooking you can also prepare your own meal in the open air at the mini BBQ area which is right at the end of the patio. Give yourself the chance to take some real time off, far away from the city sounds and relax, feeling the peace and joy that the rural life and nature can generously offer. Extra Features •Iron and ironing board •Independent air-conditioning system (living room, bedrooms) •Fireplace •Refrigerator-freezer, oven, espresso machine, electric grill, toaster •Washing machine •Outdoor sofa - bed •Outdoor shower •Baby cot •Stereo system •Free WiFi service •Mini BBQ •Parking area The house is delivered perfect and clean with linen and towels. Additional cleaning is charged extra. Extra beds can be provided upon request. Local Area Just a short walk from the house (150m away), you will find the local mini market, the farmacy, the bakery, the police station, a local grill restaurant and a tobacco store. The nearest health center is 3.7 Km away. The nearest bus station is 50m away. The nearest beach is 1.8Km away (15 min walk). The nearest restaurant is 150m away. Katastari is the largest village of Zakynthos located 17km north west of Zakynthos Town. It is a picturesque settlement surrounded by olive groves and vineyards. It is built amphitheatrically aside the main road offering a fantastic view to the sea. The village preserves its traditional character and natural beauty. Close to Katastari is the 17th century monastery of Agios Ioannis Prodromos, from this point you get superb views to Alykes. One of teh closest villages is Pigadakia, you can also reach on foot. There is also a folklore museum with an interesting collection of things, like silver plates, embroidery, sewing machines, traditional furniture and agricultural tools. Source: (website hidden) Extra Info: All the lower land of Katastari was left for agricultural use only. From this the name Katastari was founded as Katastari in Greek literally means "lower wheat fields" and the lowest part of Katastari which was Alykes was deserted for many years. Nearby places worth visiting: Xigia beach, Helmi’s natural history museum, Boat trips to shipwreck (from Alykes), Blue Caves, Makris Gialos, Porto Vromi beach, Limnionas beach. Located in Zakynthos, this villa is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Alykanas Beach and Shipwreck Beach. Zante Water Village and Tsilivi Waterpark are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.