Amigdalospito Vasilikades

Amigdalospito (Almond House) has been restored keeping many original features such as the old wine press. It is furnished with a combination of antique and modern fixtures and fittings and equipped to a high standard to provide luxury accommodation for up to 13 people.

Set on the hillside in the quiet village of Vasilikades, a perfect retreat for a family or group holiday. A 3 minute walk to taverna, cafes, supermarket, petrol station and health centre. 10 minutes drive away is the popular and colourful harbour of Fiscardo and 15 minutes drive to the quiet and picturesque fishing harbour of Assos with its imposing Venetian fortress.

Due to demand last year we are now offering rooms during our lower seasons on a bed and breakfast basis. We offer a fabulous buffet breakfast of juice, tea and filter coffee, choice of cereal, seasonal fruit, ham and cheese, fresh bread and homemade preserves. Breakfast can be taken outside on the terrace or inside in the dining area.
Complimentary Tea, specialist teas and instant coffee are available thoughout the day on a help yourself basis, as guests are welcome to stay around the house,pool and gardens to relax and enjoy the facilities.
We have a drinks chiller with cold drinks available on request.
Also we have an extensive range of books in our house library.
There is one single room and we also do a reduced price for single use of a double room.
Please note:The Kotetsi can only be booked separately during our Bed and Breakfast weeks when the house is run as a Guest House.

The main house has central heating and a wood burning fireplace so is comfortable for holidays all year round.
Thick stone walls and an elevated location keep the house warm in winter and cool in summer. No smoking in house due to wooden floors.
Laundry service is offered for small extra charge.

The house was built on several levels making accessibilty difficult with stone steps leading from entrance gateway and down between the cottage and main house, past the pool to the front door.

Gardens of flowers, herbs and fruit trees surround the house. Large front terrace with wrought iron tables and chairs. The fabulous 35sq metre pool and large pool terrace have loungers, deckchairs, tables and director style chairs. Set in walled and terraced gardens with Almond, Olive and Pines offering many secluded areas for reading and relaxing in the shade looking out over vineyards and fields to the picturesque village of Mesovounia, the distant mountains and the island of Ithaca.

We are keen walkers and do our own walking weeks during the season. We are planning a painting/drawing holiday week this year from 30th September as well as a Womens walking week 6/7th October. If you would like to bring a group of your own to study a particular subject as we may be able to help facilitate your needs.

Upper floor: 2 bedrooms, 1 double and 1 twin with a balcony access from upper hall.
First floor: 1 king size bedroom with balcony, 1 double with balcony, 1 twin with balcony and 1 single (with small double bed).

Bathrooms: All bedrooms have en-suite shower rooms with WC and wash basin.

Kitchen built above the old wine press. Double electric oven, 5 burner gas hob, microwave, larder fridge, freezer, drinks chiller fridge, dishwasher, toaster, coffee maker, deluxe cutlery, crockery, pots and utensils.

Open plan lounge with stone fireplace, 2 large sofas and armchair, nest of tables and music centre, books and board games. Dining area with 2 oak dining tables and leather covered oak chairs, antique sideboard and dresser. French door leading to large patio.

Restored open plan cottage with double bed, antique sofa, oak dining table and 2 chairs, fully fitted kitchen and en-suite shower.

Kotetski can only be booked with the Amigladospito except during low season Bed and Breakfast weeks.

Beaches within 10-15 minutes drive are Agia Gerousalim, Alaties, Assos, Dafnoudi, Foki (south of Fiscardo), Emblissi (NE of Fiscardo). 20 minutes drive is the famous Myrtos beach which is especially stunning when viewed from the northern cliffs above.

Contact Francesca at Cephalonia Connections
homers@otenet.gr