Holidays and Villas in Lefkas

Fertile and green, with sweeping mountains and a turquoise sea, Lefkas encapsulates the dramatic panorama of Greece.

Across a canal originally excavated in 640BC, a swing-bridge joins the spectacular island of Lefkas to the Greek mainland. Twenty-one miles long and nine miles wide, Lefkas is divided by the towering spine of Mount Stavratos, so that each corner of the island has its own character.

To the north, windswept dunes and ruined windmills; to the west, magnificent beaches with crystal clear, blue waters; the east, more sheltered, with honey-coloured beaches stretching as far as the eye can see.

Gorgeous countryside dotted with villages and crooked backstreets with multicoloured houses in Lefkas town complete a magical picture.

You can also enjoy quality wines from local vineyards and excellent walks including to Skaros forest (Oak Trees).

Regular boat trips leave Nidri to visit the nearby islands of Madouri, Meganissi and Skorpios, now owned by Onassis’ grand-daughter Athena.

Ferries to Kefalonia run daily throughout the summer.