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Luxury Villa Rentals in Lefkada
Sea-view villas above white cliffs and quiet bays, from Nidri and Vlycho to Agios Nikitas and Vasiliki
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An Ionian island you can drive to
Lefkada is the Greek island that does not need a ferry. A causeway and a floating bridge by the old fortress of Agia Mavra join it to the mainland, so you can drive from Preveza airport to your villa without seeing a ship. It does not feel any less like an island for that. The west coast drops in white limestone cliffs to beaches of almost startling turquoise. The east coast looks across calm water to a scatter of small islands, and the mountain villages inland still grow lentils the way they did under the Venetians.
Our Lefkada collection runs to 140+ properties, most of them villas with private or infinity pools and sea views. There are one-bedroom hideaways for couples above Nidri and Exanthia, and family villas and spacious apartments around Vlycho, Agios Nikitas and Vasiliki.
Below is a guide to the coasts, the villages and the best time to come.
Lefkada at a glance
- Villas
- 140+ on the island, with up to 6 bedrooms
- Guide prices
- Typically £2,100 to £4,700 a week, from around £1,400
- Best areas
- Nidri, Vlycho and Nikiana in the east; Agios Nikitas and Exanthia in the west; Vasiliki in the south
- Best time
- May to October; June and September for warm seas without the August crowds
- Getting there
- Aktion airport at Preveza, around 25 minutes by road from Lefkada town
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Villa Zephyros Atokos Lefkada: Luxury 5-Bedroom Beachfront Apartment with Pool & Seaview – Lefkada5 bedrooms
Villa Boreas Agios Lefkada: Luxury 6-Bedroom Villa with Heated Pools & Sea Views – Lefkada6 bedrooms
Villa Vlycho Lefkada: Luxury 6-Bedroom Villa with Private Pools & Sea Views – Lefkada6 bedrooms
Villa Nirikos Lefkada: Luxury 5-Bedroom Villa with Private Pool & Sea Views – Lefkada5 bedroomsWhere to stay in Lefkada
Nidri, Vlycho and Nikiana for calm water and boat trips to the small islands, Agios Nikitas and Exanthia for the west coast beaches and sunsets, and Vasiliki for windsurfing and the quieter south.
Still water and a view of small islands
The east coast is the sheltered side of Lefkada. Nidri, also spelt Nydri, is its busiest resort. Its waterfront looks out to Skorpios, once Aristotle Onassis's private island, and to Madouri and Meganisi beyond. A short walk inland takes you to the Dimosari waterfall, a cool spot in the heat of July.
Just south, the deep, almost landlocked bay of Vlycho is a favourite anchorage for yachts, and the villas on the hills above it look down on the masts. Nikiana, further north towards Lefkada town, is quieter, with pebble coves and tavernas at the water's edge.
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White cliffs and that colour of sea
The west coast is where Lefkada earns its reputation. Agios Nikitas is a small former fishing village of whitewashed tavernas tumbling down to the sea. Next door, Milos beach can be reached by water taxi or on foot over the headland. Kathisma lies just to the south, and further down the coast come Egremni and Porto Katsiki, long strands of pale shingle beneath sheer cliffs.
Exanthia and the other hill villages above this coast face due west, so the sunsets are reliably good. At the southern tip, Cape Lefkatas has a lighthouse and the scant remains of a temple of Apollo. According to legend, Sappho leapt from these cliffs.
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Afternoon wind and a day on the water
Vasiliki, in the south, is one of the best-known windsurfing bays in Europe. A thermal breeze tends to fill in during summer afternoons, while the mornings are usually calm enough for beginners. Nearby Sivota is a small, sheltered harbour lined with fish tavernas and visiting yachts.
Lefkada is also a natural base for exploring the Ionian by boat. Day trips run from Nidri to Meganisi's coves and around Skorpios, and Ithaca and Kefalonia are within sailing distance for a longer outing.
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Lentils, poets and a long, warm season
The island's proudest crop is the lentil of Englouvi, its highest village. Every 6 August the villagers cook it in great cauldrons at the chapel of Agios Donatos and serve it free with sardines, olives and wine. Look out for Lefkada salami and the island's red Vertzami wine as well. In the last week of August, dance groups from around the world fill Lefkada town for the International Folklore Festival, which has run since 1962.
The season runs from May to October, with June and September the sweet spots. Our concierge can arrange boat charters, windsurfing lessons, restaurant tables and transfers from Preveza.
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Villa Zephyros Egremni Lefkada: Luxury 2-Bedroom Apartment with Sea View & Pool – Lefkada2 bedrooms · sleeps 4From £6,307 a week
Villa Zephyros Pefkoulia Lefkada: Luxury 3-Bedroom Apartment with Seaview & Pool – Lefkada3 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £6,286 a week
Villa Nydriotis Lefkada: Luxury 4-Bedroom Villa with Infinity Pool & Sea Views – Lefkada4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £6,188 a week
Villa Galazio Agios Lefkada: Spacious 3-Bedroom Apartment with Infinity Pool & Seaview – Lefkada3 bedrooms · sleeps 7From £6,020 a week
Villa Karydi Lefkada: Luxury 2-Bedroom Villa with Private Pool & Air-Con – Lefkada2 bedrooms · sleeps 4From £5,950 a week
Villa Ionio Lefkada: Spacious 4-Bedroom Apartment with Seaview & Pool – Lefkada4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £5,782 a week
Villa Chrysafgi Nidri Lefkada: 5-Bedroom Infinity Pool Seaview Villa – Lefkada Greece5 bedrooms · sleeps 10From £5,738 a week
Rent Villa Amaze Greece3 bedrooms · sleeps 7From £5,586 a weekWhy book your Lefkada villa with Excellence Luxury Villas
The right house, not the nearest one
Lefkada's two coasts feel like different islands, sheltered and sociable in the east, wild and west-facing on the other side, and we know which villas suit boat days and which suit beaches and sunsets. With 140+ properties in Lefkada, we can usually find the house that suits you rather than the one that happens to be free. Search by size, pool, location and price, or tell us what you have in mind and we will put together a shortlist.
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You book with us directly, with no booking fees. Questions about access, parking, pool heating or how far it really is to the nearest beach go to people who can find out the answer.
A concierge who knows the territory
Boat charters to Meganisi and Skorpios, windsurfing lessons at Vasiliki, taverna reservations, car hire and transfers from Preveza airport. Our concierge team arranges all of it, leaving you free to decide which terrace to sit on.
A house for every kind of party
Couples, families with small children, three generations together or a crowd of friends celebrating a birthday: we match the house to the group, down to the number of bathrooms and whether the pool is fenced.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the best place to stay in Lefkada?
Nidri and Vlycho on the east coast suit families and anyone planning boat trips, with calm water and plenty of tavernas. Agios Nikitas and Exanthia put you close to the famous west coast beaches and their sunsets, and Vasiliki is the choice for windsurfers and a quieter south.
How do I get to Lefkada?
Fly to Aktion airport at Preveza, which has seasonal flights from the UK. Lefkada town is around 25 minutes away by road over the floating bridge, and Nidri and Vasiliki take a little longer. Our concierge can arrange private transfers or car hire.
Do I need a ferry to reach Lefkada?
No. Lefkada is joined to the mainland by a causeway and a floating bridge, so you can drive straight onto the island. You will still want a boat for the small islands of Meganisi and Skorpios, which our concierge can arrange.
Can you arrange a private chef at a villa in Lefkada?
Yes. Our concierge can arrange a private chef for a single dinner or your whole stay, along with cookery lessons, guided visits, transfers and restaurant reservations.
How much does a luxury villa in Lefkada cost?
Across our 140+ villas in Lefkada, weekly rates typically range from £2,100 to £4,700, with the most affordable from around £1,400 a week and the largest estates well above. Prices depend on the size of the property, its location and the season, with July and August the most expensive. These are guide prices based on current listings; each property page shows its own rates for your dates.
When is the best time to visit Lefkada?
May to October is the season. July and August are the hottest and busiest months. June and September bring warm seas, quieter beaches and easier parking at Porto Katsiki.
Are there villas in Lefkada for large groups?
Yes. Our Lefkada collection includes properties with up to 6 bedrooms. Tell us the size of your party and the occasion, and we will send a shortlist that suits it.
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