Braunis Horio Villas

On numerous occasions whilst driving along the west coast and heading north we were compelled to stop and admire the awesome beauty of Myrtos beach. perhaps the most photographed in Greece. Just a short distance ahead is one of the most beautiful landscapes in Kefalonia, a deep valley which narrows at sea level and at the far end a castle atop a small mountain towering majestically over the tiny village of Assos. During one such journey we left the main road and headed down to look at the village. What we saw impressed us immensely and unquestionably many of our clients would be delighted by the perfect setting of extraordinary peace and quiet.

Assos is a picturesque small fishing village overlooked by the ruins of a Venetian fortress dating from 1595. The fortress commands breathtaking views of the western coast of Kefalonia and down as far as Myrtos beach. It is an ideal spot for birdwatchers and magnificent sunsets can also be viewed from this point. The village of around a hundred inhabitants contains some fine examples of Venetian architecture commonly found on Kefalonia before the devastation of the 1953 earthquake. The area around the horseshoe harbour with its pebble beach also serves as the main village square and is officially known as Paris Square. Poplar and plane trees provide wonderful shade and at springtime there are dazzling displays of tropical flowers around the little fishing port. Situated in the village and around the harbour are four tavernas, a bar, and a mini-market. Please note, there is not an ATM or money changing facilitiy in Assos, the nearest resort for this service being Fiskardo, 10 miles north, there is also an ATM at Kefalonia airport. 

If you ever get the urge to leave the peace behind for a day, the options are either the capital town of Argostoli to the south or the cosmopolitan atmosphere of the harbour area at Fiscardo to the north. Assos still retains the charm and atmosphere of a true Greek village and with only a handful of visitors each year the ambience and tranquillity will surely remain for years to come.

BRAUNIS HORIO VILLAS

These beautiful villas are built and furnished to a high standard, situated on the headland overlooking Assos village and the bay, they all enjoy magnificent views. They are tastefully decorated in neutral colours and have terracotta flooring throughout. Just a few minutes' stroll (400 metres) takes you down to the harbour where you will find several tavernas, a mini-market and a delightful pebble beach. The walk back, uphill, will take a little longer, therefore you may find the inclusive car useful for shopping.

Our three villas are adjacent and have uninterupted sea views, Akrogiali and Maistrali have three bedrooms and Palatsina two bedrooms. All are furnished in a similar style with common features being, satellite tv and dvd player, fully equipped kitchens with full cooker and washing machine, microwave oven, toaster, kettle and outdoor barbecue. Each has a fresh water swimming pool to the front with sun terraces and stunning views.

These villas rate amongst some of the best in Kefalonia, and as one would expect with villas of this quality, daily light cleaning is provided and the linen is changed three times per week.

AKROGIALI & MAISTRALI

2-6 persons - air conditioned - car included private -swimming pool

The three bedroom villas consist of three internal levels. The sitting/dining room is on the ground floor with arched french windows opening to a large terrace with table and chairs for dining al fresco. Steps lead down from the terrace to the fresh-water swimming pool with poolside loungers and a gazebo for shade. A few steps up from the living room to the mezzanine level where there is a fully-fitted kitchen, and a small bathroom with shower. A staircase from here takes you up to a master bedroom (double) with balcony and sea views. On the next level at the rear of the villa there is a smaller twin bedroom, (no sea views), and a second bathroom with shower. The third bedroom with a double bed, is in the light and spacious attic area, and enjoys stunning views from the sea facing front window.

PALATSINA

2-4 persons - air conditioned - car included - private swimming pool

This is a two-bedroomed terraced villa located inbetween the three bedroomed villas and it is built on three levels. On the ground floor there is a comfortable and very spacious living/dining room with an open plan fully fitted kitchen (with dishwasher) at one end. Off this room there is also a small bathroom with shower. Direct access from the living room through an arched french window to the spacious terrace with magnificent views in every direction. This terrace covers the full width of the house and there is a second access to it from the kitchen area. From this terrace, steps lead down to the private swimming pool with poolside loungers and a gazebo for shade. From the living area, a central staircase leads up to the first floor bedrooms, one twin and one double, and a bathroom with bath and shower. Both bedrooms have a balcony with stunning views of the sea and castle.