SIX of the BEST NEW VILLAS
Rising Sun, Paxos
A boat hop from Corfu is petite Paxos and its picturesque, pine-covered landscapes. The
newly renovated Rising Sun villa is at the heart of the island, so clients will be able to go for leisurely wanders in the forest whenever they choose – or simply admire
it from the infinity pool. Book it: CV Villas offers a seven-night stay starting from £796 per person, based on six people sharing three bedrooms, including flights and transfers.
cvvillas.com
FROM TOP: Traditional street in Paros; Assos village in Kefalonia PICTURES: Shutterstock/Altug Galip, Izabela23
cuisine, warm hospitality and world-class beaches. Pete Brudenell, managing director at CV Villas, says:
“Crete is our biggest growth area – it’s doing particularly well with the trade, up 120% this year.” Villa Select is adding Crete as a destination this year, with a collection of nine villas, dotted along its northern coast. The Ionian region – which includes Corfu, Kefalonia and Lefkada (Lefkas) – is also seeing an uptick in interest. Simpson Travel, for example, has introduced 26 glitzy villas in Greece this year, including a handful in the Lefkada area, within easy reach of Preveza airport. Hannah Naylor-Vane, Simpson Travel’s head of trade
sales, says: “Lefkada has become an increasingly popular destination due to the variety of accommodation within walking distance of the beaches and restaurants, which we know are popular with Simpson clients.”
WHY VILLAS? In Greece, the brilliant blue sea is never too far away – and many of the new villas are close to the beach. Julie Blake, chief executive of Solmar Villas, says: “Beachside villas are sought after and we even have a dedicated landing page just for these, as they are frequently searched for.”
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Ariadne, Lefkada This villa offers a sociable holiday in lovely Lefkada, featuring a welcoming open-plan layout, two alfresco dining areas plus an outdoor barbecue. A modern Scandi-chic vibe reigns indoors, and for the rare rainy
days, there’s even a sauna. Book it: Simpson Travel offers a seven- night stay in June from £889 per person, based on eight sharing. The price includes flights and car hire.
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Joy of the Sea, Crete Overlooking Crete’s dazzlingly blue Mirabello Bay and the islet of Spinalonga – setting of Victoria
Hislop’s The Island – this new offering from Villa Select offers panoramic views of both
from the comfort of the huge living room. Book it: Villa Select sells a seven-night stay from £3,498, for a party of six. The price includes flights on May 17 and luggage.
villaselect.com
Bianco Boutique Villa Adam, Rhodes A two-minute walk from the crystal waters of Pefki Beach is
this sleek three-bedroom villa. Inside, it’s cool and modern, while outside is a large L-shaped pool and terrace – complete with stepping stones, outdoor barbecue and even a hammock – which makes for
an Insta-friendly hangout. Book it: SPL Villas sells a seven-night stay for a family of four from £7,553, including flights on August 10.
splvillas.com
Villa Hades, Paros Hades might be the god of the underworld, but this holiday home is a Parian paradise. Wood, rattan and whitewashed walls keep the place looking Cycladic, as does the wavy-edged infinity pool, which comes with
whirlpool jets. Book it: From £10,395 for a seven- night holiday (for a party of 12), for stays in the shoulder seasons – April-May and September-October.
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Villa Melite, Olympus Riviera Next to a sandy beach and with views across the garden to the imposing
Platamon Castle, this compact pink house is ideal for a family of four looking for an
easy-breezy holiday. Book it: Solmar Villa Holidays offers a seven-night stay from £706 per person (based on four sharing), including flights on May 7.
solmarvillas.com
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