The house on the island's edge
6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
Sitting in an enviably private location on the little promontory of Mongonissi in the south of Paxos, Alkioni possesses a striking set of greatly sought-after attributes: not only does it have a little pool and direct sea access, but it's also within easy walking distance of a pair of tavernas and Paxos' only sandy beach. What more could you desire for a summer holiday to remember?
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Keyholder highlights
- Privileged seafront position
- Direct sea access
- Wide-open views
- Panoramic Jacuzzi
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Includes
- The support of our Villa Specialists to help you select your perfect villa
- The expertise of a dedicated local team to help you fine-tune the logistics of your trip and to plan a range of experiences, many of which are exclusive to The Thinking Traveller
- A Local Specialist, based near your villa, to assist you during your stay (between 9am and 7pm daily, with 24/7 emergency support)
- A comprehensive guide to your villa and its surrounding area, including our restaurant recommendations, cultural highlights and other activities
- Access to our in-villa wine delivery service – choose from our handpicked menu of the best regional wines and find them waiting for you at your villa
- An easy-to-use online holiday planner to keep all your booked experiences and services in one place, ensuring that nothing gets missed during your stay
- The ability to coordinate and share the details of your trip with your group via Your Account
- Sole use of the villa and the grounds
- All sales taxes, electricity, gas, Wi-Fi, linen, bath towels, pool and/or beach towels
- A daily cleaning service (up to 3 hours/day, 6 days a week) and a mid-week linen change
Excludes
- Flights
- Car hire
- Transfers
- Meals (unless otherwise specified)
- The Greek government’s Climate Resilience Levy - €10 per villa per night
Mongonissi, Paxos
Alkioni
Available exclusively through The Thinking Traveller
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The Area
Alkioni sits in a privileged private position on the eastern side of the Mongonissi peninsula in the south of Paxos. At the bottom of the garden one may access the sea directly, while a short stroll will take you to Paxos' only sandy beach, popular with families thanks to the many facilities, including a lido, watersports and a couple of tavernas. A 15-minute drive north will take you up to Gaios Town, with its gentle buzz, its seafront tavernas and cafés and its shops boat hire opportunities. Gaios is the port of entry and departure, and also has frequent boat services to Corfu and Paxos' tiny sister island, Antipaxos. The picturesque little ports of Lakka and Laggos in the northern part of the island are also worth a visit either by car or by boat.
Paxos (measuring around 13km from north to south) is situated 15km south of Corfu and about 20km off the Greek mainland. It boasts some of the most stunning beaches anywhere in the Mediterranean and, as it's only accessible by ferry, has managed to remain relatively unspoilt by mass tourism.
The western seaboard of Paxos is dramatic, with cliffs, sea caves and stretches of rugged, rocky coastline, while the east coast is home to gentle sandy beaches and views of the Greek mainland. The hinterland is carpeted with olive groves, which produce some truly excellent oil.
A holiday on Paxos is all about relaxing and taking it easy, all the more so if you book one of our villas on the island.
Find out more about travel to/from Paxos and about getting around while you're there.
Corfu Airport:
10mins by taxi to Corfu Town New Port + 1 hour (approx.) passenger hydrofoil crossing to Gaios on Paxos (or about 3hr15mins by car ferry)Gaios Town (tavernas, bars, supermarkets, shops, boat hire):
4km-2.5miles-15minsNearest sea access/beach:
at the bottom of the garden or a sandy beach just 350m away. There are several other small beaches on the coast heading towards Gaios, all within a few minutes drive.Loggos:
11km-6.5miles-25minsLakka:
11km-6.5miles-20minsAntipaxos:
15mins by boat (from Gaios Town)Local Experiences
Private boat charters on Paxos and Antipaxos
Exploring the breathtaking coast by boat is a must and an excellent way to get to know the islands, stopping off for swims in secluded bays. The east of Paxos is gentle, with placid waters lapping pebbly beaches: the west has a more rugged, weather-beaten look that can only be fully appreciated from the water. To experience all this in style, why not book a day out on one of our private skippered charters.
DiscoverBoat rental in Paxos and Antipaxos
A holiday in the sun would not be complete without exploring the breath-taking coastline, majestic cliffs and glistening azure sea that your destination has to offer. The best way to experience this spectacle is from your very own rental boat, pottering along at a leisurely pace and occasionally stopping off to drop anchor and swim in secluded bays.
DiscoverKayaking in Paxos
Kayaking is the best way to explore the unique coast of Paxos, allowing you to explore the coastline up close to make sure you don't miss a thing. Our kayaking guide will pick all the best spots to stop and investigate inside the many caves and grottoes that dot this coast.
DiscoverA stress-free Jouney to Paxos and Antipaxos
If you land at Corfu Airport and you wish to make your way to Paxos or Antipaxos without having to work around ferry schedules, we can organise a private chauffeured service to Corfu Port and a local sea taxi to take you across to the minor islands.
DiscoverFrom the Guest Book
Read the thoughtful reviews that travellers have left after their time with us.
Alikioni was idyllic and very comfortable. What stood out were the views and the well stocked kitchen. We would return.
Anonymous August 2024
Alkioni is a very special property and it truly shows through the level of detail in the landscaping around the property the level of care and personal attention to the property. The views from the house of the sea and mainland Greece are breathtaking. The private access to swim in the sea was one of my personal favorite amenities. The rooms all have shutters and AC. The layout of the house was very comfortable and I personally enjoyed the nights we would stay in for dinner. My dream would be to have another opportunity to revisit Alkioni for another exceptional vacation in the near future.
Anonymous June 2024
We loved that Alkioni was secluded, but only a short walk to Mongonissi Beach and its wonderful taverna. Also, it was excellently equipped. We had a peaceful week on a secluded piece of Paxos.
JL June 2024
What stood out about Alkioni was the location and view - magical!
Anonymous May 2024
Villa Alkioni was the perfect place to relax. The villa was very well equipped and the view and proximity to the water were excellent. Even though it is quite isolated we loved the privacy and the amazing outlook. Will definitely recommend it to friends and family.
Joanna McDonald July 2023
We loved Alkioni, our villa had the most spectacular setting - an amazing view, grounds terrace and sea access all stunning.
Anonymous July 2023