Villa Octavius is an exclusive retreat nestled amongst the hills above Nidri on the beautiful Ionian island of Lefkada. Its location offers spectacular panoramic views to the islands of Skorpios and Meganisi. Every aspect of of the villa and its grounds has been expertly designed to provide guests with the ultimate in luxury and comfort during their stay.
A 5 minute drive brings you to the local harbour town of Nidri where shops, banks, restaurants and all amenities are available.
The Greek island of Lefkada (Lefkas) has wonderful beaches of amazing beauty which are renowned worldwide. Crystal clear emerald waters lap white sandy beaches, with those on the west and south coasts featuring craggy rocks towering above. To the east are views across the glistening sea towards the stunning islands of Skorpios, Meganisi and the majestic mountains of mainland Greece beyond.
A visit to the magnificent island of Lefkada will afford you a memorable holiday and a stay in Villa Octavius, the ultimate Greek luxury villa, will make it truly unforgettable.
From your hilltop retreat at Villa Octavius, look out onto a stunning landscape. Fragrant lemon orchards and olive groves lie below; turquoise sea, islands and mountains shimmer beyond; a cooling breeze bears scents of jasmine and thyme, stirring the sweet-smelling pine trees on the mountains above. At night, the velvet-black sky is a carpet of stars.
Exquisitely designed and craftsman-built to a world-class standard, Villa Octavius is inspired by Emperor Octavian, who defeated Anthony and Cleopatra in the Battle of Actium in 31 BC at nearby Preveza. To reflect Octavian's dominions, renowned interior designer Miranda Holland-Cooper has decorated the villa with rare fabrics, treasures and antiques from Britain, Europe, Egypt, India and China.
The grounds of Villa Octavius have been designed to maximise your enjoyment of these outdoor spaces and appreciate the fantastic climate. The spacious patio with built-in barbecue adjacent to the large pool is a great place to have a party and the shaded outdoor dining area provides the perfect setting for al fresco dining. The stunningly landscaped terraces and gardens offer a variety of delightfully secluded areas in which to relax in blissful serenity. The Jacuzzi garden, two sides of which give you views of the dramatic high mountains to the west over an olive grove valley, is best enjoyed at night as the night sky and stars are simply stunning! Night time is also when many of the plants in the garden release tantalising scents. Guests will also love the fire-table during the cooler nights of low season.
If you are looking for a luxury home, the real Greece, peace and tranquility but close enough to the hustle and bustle of a busy town and tourist destination, Villa Octavius is the ideal holiday retreat.
Accommodation & Facilities
Bedrooms
Bedroom 1 'Four Poster' room - the largest room, en-suite, mountain views
Bedroom 2 'Bird of Paradise' room - double bed, en-suite, exquisite sea views
Bedroom 3 'Blue' room - double bed, en-suite, sea/mountain views
Bedroom 4 'Dancing Camels' room - twin, en-suite, mountain views
Bedroom 5 Optional - twin or double, can be made up only on request
Bathrooms
Bathroom 1 En-suite to bedroom 1 - bath, shower room, wc
Bathroom 2 En-suite to bedroom 2 - shower room, wc
Bathroom 3 En-suite to bedroom 3 - shower room, wc
Bathroom 4 En-suite to bedroom 4 - shower room, wc
Bathroom 5 Ground floor bathroom - wc & wash basin
Kitchen
Very large fully fitted and equipped kitchen with island
Cooker & hob
Large fridge/freezer with ice maker
Small fridge
Dishwasher
Microwave oven
Toaster
Range of cookware and tableware
Views overlooking the swimming pool with easy access to terrace dining table, seating 10-12 persons, and barbecue area
Utility Room
Washing machine
Tumble dryer
Ironing board & iron
Dining Room
Dining table to seat 8-10 persons
French doors leading out to the terrace
Living Room
Sofas to seat 10 persons
Coffee table
State-of-the-art satellite/DVD/entertainment system with 40" Sony full HD digital TV
Open Fireplace
Spectacular sea views
Coffee/Morning Room
Located by the kitchen, can be changed into a fifth bedroom on request
Hammock Tower
The first floor has a Moroccan style hammock tower ideal for reading, listening to the SONOS music system and enjoying the all important siesta, with open 360 degree views of sea and mountains
Outside area
Private 45m2 swimming pool located on a 200m2 patio with built-in barbecue
Shaded dining area
10 sunbeds
Steps from patio leading to a very private walled Jacuzzi garden
Fire table
Many stone terraces with flower beds on all corners
Beautifully landscaped gardens with scented flowers, herbs, fruit trees, palms and bird of paradise flowers
Large gated parking area with lush garden borders
Cleaning, Towels & Linen
Linen, towels, pool towels and beach towels are all included
Linen changed weekly and all towels changed twice a week
Luxuries & Services
WiFi
Wireless SONOS music system for villa & pool terrace
iPod dock/connection
Free use of desktop PC
Books, magazines, movies & games
Welcome hamper plus fruit, wines & beers
Complimentary spirits bar
Professional massage service available
Genuine Jacuzzi hot tub in secluded walled garden
Meade telescope viewing of planets & moon by request
Concierge service including booking of taxis from and to airport, car hire, motor boat hire
Restaurant food & pizza delivery service
Local Restaurant 500m, highly recommended
Steve's Marine Adventure trip/guided snorkelling, including equipment by request
Owner managed villa with more than 30 years local knowledge
Accessibility
Due to the number of steps in the villa gardens and the fact that the villa is on top of a hill, this villa is unsuitable for wheelchairs
Amenities
Shops, banks, tavernas, cafés and bars in Nidri 5 minutes by car
Yachting centre and numerous excursions from Nidri
Lefkas town 15 kms away offers further amenities