Title: A family holiday gem - guaranteed privacy - spell binding sea views Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=601109&destination=Zakynthos%2C+Ionian+Islands+Region%2C+Greece&selected=39942699&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # A family holiday gem - guaranteed privacy - spell binding sea views ## Photo gallery for A family holiday gem - guaranteed privacy - spell binding sea views ![Outdoor pool - A family holiday gem - guaranteed privacy - spell binding sea views (Zakynthos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39950000/39942700/39942699/19db13bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books - A family holiday gem - guaranteed privacy - spell binding sea views (Zakynthos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39950000/39942700/39942699/e89a1128.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - A family holiday gem - guaranteed privacy - spell binding sea views (Zakynthos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39950000/39942700/39942699/59f37817.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - A family holiday gem - guaranteed privacy - spell binding sea views (Zakynthos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39950000/39942700/39942699/a66775f1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books - A family holiday gem - guaranteed privacy - spell binding sea views (Zakynthos)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39950000/39942700/39942699/59388c52.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Perched above the Ionian sea, Maistrali offers a tranquil retreat amidst mature gardens and orchards. Relax in an ensuite bedroom or unwind by the mosaic swimming pool, with opportunities for water sports, sailing, and tennis nearby. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms4 bathrooms3229 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### A family holiday gem - guaranteed privacy - spell binding sea views \*Spell binding sea views \*Family friendly \*Totally private \*Glorious new 15 metre private pool \*Airy, bright, serene, spacious \*Air conditioned \*Generous terraces for alfresco living \*Outdoor kitchen - Pizza oven - BBQ \*Play area \*Outdoor illumination - as dusk approaches the villa and gardens glow \*Comprehensive guide to local amenities and eating experiences Villa Maistrali overlooks the Ionian sea, private in its extensive mature gardens and orchards of olive and almond - with panoramic sea views from every room and the terraces. The pool is walk in, shallow end one metre. There are extensive opportunities for water sports, sailing, fishing, small boat hire tennis and walking. The villa comfortably sleeps 8 to 9 people, (the ninth guest, a child under twelve), in four en-suite bedrooms. This contemporary Eco house was designed by an English architect and is built, furnished and equipped to the highest standards The attention to detail is meticulous - with Egyptian cotton percale linens, towels and robes - Organic Greek Korres toiletries and a comprehensive range of extra services. Treat Maistrali as your own. The villa is fully serviced and maintained by our house manager and his team who are there to ensure that your holiday is worry free. A number of beautiful uncrowded beaches are minutes away and the picturesque fishing village of Agios Nicholaos where there are excellent beach tavernas and where you can catch the Cephalonia ferry. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 4 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Jetted bathtub - Shampoo - Shower - Shower/bathtub combination - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 6 steps to reach entrance - Handrails in hallways (76 centimetre high) - Handrails in stairways (76 centimetre high) - No lift (single-level property) - Single level property - Tile flooring in public areas - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services - Iron/ironing board - Limited housekeeping - Phone - Safe ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the ocean ### Things to do - Boat - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - At least 80% of food locally-sourced - Bulk dispensers for toiletries - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Eco-friendly toiletries - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Garden - Geothermal energy - Humane treatment of captive wild animals - Local artist showcase - Local culture and ecosystem education - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - Recycling - Reusable cups - Reusable tableware - Solar energy - Unit size: 3,229 square feet - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Villa | 3 bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111460000/111451300/111451257/26f3efa9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sunset Vista Villas Classic I Zakynthos - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Barbecue grill [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-01&endDate=2026-04-02&selected=111451257&PinnedHotelID=111451257&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Villa | 3 bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111460000/111451300/111451256/9b7a4537.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sunset Vista Villas Classic II Zakynthos - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Barbecue grill [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-01&endDate=2026-04-02&selected=111451256&PinnedHotelID=111451256&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![3 bedrooms, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94990000/94985400/94985320/04687eda.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Elle Lux Villa, Essence of Endless Blue Zakynthos - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-01&endDate=2026-04-02&selected=94985320&PinnedHotelID=94985320&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106530000/106526100/106526004/988d1587.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### One and only Villa at NAvagio Volimes - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning £456 includes taxes & fees 23 Mar - 24 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-23&endDate=2026-03-24&selected=106526004&PinnedHotelID=106526004&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109420000/109416000/109415973/be8fcf2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sunset Vista Villas Classic I Zakynthos - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-01&endDate=2026-04-02&selected=109415973&PinnedHotelID=109415973&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89800000/89795600/89795545/8e101d4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa Farm Andreas Ζάκυνθος - Pool - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Fireplace [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-01&endDate=2026-04-02&selected=89795545&PinnedHotelID=89795545&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109420000/109416000/109415994/14f04583.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sunset Vista Villas Classic II Zakynthos - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-01&endDate=2026-04-02&selected=109415994&PinnedHotelID=109415994&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113410000/113400800/113400755/e9bbfcb0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful secluded villa, private 12m infinity pool and incredible sunset views Volimes - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-01&endDate=2026-04-02&selected=113400755&PinnedHotelID=113400755&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89800000/89795700/89795641/83ad37a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villas Farm Maria-Eleni Ζάκυνθος - Pool [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-01&endDate=2026-04-02&selected=89795641&PinnedHotelID=89795641&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55270000/55263200/55263146/dfd7d212.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Nikolakos Villa - Amazing sea view villa Volimes - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Air-conditioning [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-01&endDate=2026-04-02&selected=55263146&PinnedHotelID=55263146&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-01&endDate=2026-04-02&selected=39942699&PinnedHotelID=39942699&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=39942699,111451257,111451256,94985320,106526004) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Rules Smoking outside only Sunday change over days only ### Pets Pets not allowed Note from host: well behaved dogs and cats ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited This property uses solar and geothermal energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number 00117001329 ### We should mention Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property ## About the area Located in Zakynthos, this villa is in a rural area and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Shipwreck Beach and Alykanas Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Zante Water Village and Tsilivi Waterpark. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Zakynthos travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Zakynthos.dx601109) [View more Villas in Zakynthos](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Zakynthos-Villas.d601109-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C37.87577%2C20.66903&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=oZcod8-5zxJk4GbXXc7Uw06reH8=) Zakynthos, Peloponnisos Dytiki Ellada ke Ionio ### What's nearby - ![Shipwreck Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6105750/a516b958-d904-498b-9422-07e72504af90.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Shipwreck Beach 10 min drive \- 4.0 miles - ![Blue caves](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6105754/0086a29e-ebe7-4319-b4d2-c392c00724d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Blue Caves 16 min drive \- 7.5 miles - Makris Gialos Beach 11 min drive \- 3.6 miles - Agios Nikolaos-Volimes beach 13 min drive \- 4.2 miles - Xigia Beach 14 min drive \- 5.2 miles ### Getting around - Zakynthos (ZTH-Zakynthos Intl.) 52 min drive ### Restaurants - to nisi 11 min drive - Madrakia 11 min drive - La Grotta 11 min drive - Palm Tree Bar 17 min drive - Nobelos Bio restaurant cafe 11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does A family holiday gem - guaranteed privacy - spell binding sea views have a pool? ### Is A family holiday gem - guaranteed privacy - spell binding sea views pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at A family holiday gem - guaranteed privacy - spell binding sea views? ### What time is check-in at A family holiday gem - guaranteed privacy - spell binding sea views? ### What time is check-out at A family holiday gem - guaranteed privacy - spell binding sea views? ### Where is A family holiday gem - guaranteed privacy - spell binding sea views located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## A family holiday gem - guaranteed privacy - spell binding sea views Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul t. 23 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### J Timmerije It was a beautiful villa with a very kind housekeeper Giorgos. The pool and the house were very well taken care of. The kitchen had a good equipment, enough plates, glasses and other utensils. It was a pleasant stay over there. ##### Paul t. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tanya L. 29 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A week in paradise The property is meticulously kept and is a lovely oasis. We had everything we needed and loved our time there. This is our second time staying at this home and it was just as wonderful as we had remembered! ##### Tanya L. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### sally d. 26 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paradise We had an amazing stay for two weeks. For one week we had our three daughters their partners and our grandson and there was plenty of room inside and out for everyone to have their own space. The pool was lovely and the local tavernas were amazing. We had a hire car which is a must and would come again if we were a large group. ##### sally d. Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2019 Archival ### 10/10 Excellent 5 Jul 2017 #### Lovely villa in a stunning location The villa is very comfortable and has everything you need for a long stay. The garden and pool area are fabulous and the view is absolutely stunning. Giorgio the house manager was extremely helpful and was on hand whenever we needed him. We loved our two weeks here and will definitely come back soon. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017 ---