Greek villa specialist GIC The Villa Collection has added six new properties to its roster for 2015. The collection is currently comprised of over 100 handpicked residences, with most featuring private pools, dotted around some of the most stunning islands that Greece has to offer.
Six carefully-selected properties have been added to this year’s portfolio – all located in heavenly spots on the islands of Skopelos, Lefkas and Kefalonia – ranging from a cosy cottage for two on the outskirts of Skopelos Town, to a house party-sized villa on the north-eastern tip of Kefalonia (pictured below).
GIC The Villa Collection first launched in 1969 and has since vaunted its villas in more exclusive locals, away from the mass tourism sites that see throngs arrive each summer. Here are more details on the new properties for 2015:
Villa Juno, Skopelos
A stylish little property that sleeps just two, Villa Juno is set in a private walled courtyard on the fringes of Skopelos Town, which is perfect for a Greek island getaway. There’s no need for a car as the chic restaurants, bars, boutiques and bustling waterfront of Skopelos Town are an easy ten-minute walk away. Despite this, the villa still retains a delightful sense of seclusion.
Villas Joanna and Lena, Skopelos
These two neighbouring villas each sleep two to six for both villa and are part of GIC’s premier range: a selection of properties hand-picked for their stylish interiors and high standards of comfort. They are located 500m from the pretty harbour of stylish Skopelos Town, reached by wandering through a maze of charming cobbled streets. Both villas have large, private pools in oleander-scented gardens, and spacious, tastefully-decorated interiors. The villas’ proximity to one another means they can easily be combined to accommodate large parties of up to 12.
Villa Phedera, Lefkas
Located in an elevated position on the northernmost tip of, and with capacity for five guests, Lefkas, Villa Phedera offers peace, privacy and spectacular views over the Ionian Sea and across to the mainland. There’s a sun-drenched terrace – perfect for sundowner cocktails and al fresco dinners – plus a large private pool. Inside, the rooms are bright and spacious, with lots of natural light. A gorgeous beach is a short drive away.
Villa Noctiluca, Kefalonia
Beach-lovers need look no further than this spacious six-bed villa, which has direct access to the powder-soft sandy beach of Makris Yalos, and is mere steps from the glittering waters of the Ionian Sea. There’s a shaded terrace at the front, simply made for a lazy breakfast followed by a morning dip. It’s also possible to moor a boat on the beach below, allowing guests to explore the coastline’s tiny beaches and hidden coves.
Villa Alexander, Kefalonia
A generously-sized waterfront property that also accommodates eight – and is part of GIC’s premier range – Villa Alexander enjoys a prime location in the village of Fiscardo, with its rows of pretty pastel houses, lively tavernas and harbour full of bobbing boats. Pine-fringed and utterly gorgeous Foki Bay is a ten-minute walk away, and guests can stroll up into the surrounding hills for a taste of total serenity. The villa is large and airy, with panoramic sea views from its balconies.
The latest edition of the GIC The Villa Collection brochure is available here.