Villa Callia Greece

Villa Callia is perfect for families or groups of friends looking to discover the phenomenal landscapes of Halkidiki. With three bedrooms, a fabulous open plan living room and a gorgeous sea front garden, it offers superb, contemporary holiday living. Along with two other, equally gorgeous villas, Villa Callia is nestled on a small upmarket resort in the charming village of Elia Nikiti on the peninsula of Sithonia. Villa Callia enjoys breathtaking views of the glistening turquoise waters of the Aegean Sea and the mighty Mount Athos of Sithonia. You will spend your holiday surrounded by glorious natural landscapes of outstanding beauty. The resort offers an excellent range of high-end services including babysitting, wellness therapists, excursions, private chefs and pretty much anything else that will make your holiday even more memorable.
Halkidiki is a fantastic holiday destination in Northern Greece with three peninsulas, Kassandra, Sithonia and Athos. They boast a dramatic landscape brimming with mountains heavy sprinkled with flowering gorse and the gorgeous scents of pine plunging down to sandy coves. Sithonia is quieter than the Kassandra peninsula. It enjoys picturesque harbours, olive groves, green lush forest and golden beaches. Access to the Athos penininsula stops at the village of Uranupolis, which is the border before Mount Athos. As well as being famous for its beaches and nightlife, Halkidiki is famous for it archaeological sites and its historical, cultural and religious interests. Dating back to the Byzantine period, Elia Nikitis is a delightful coastal village between Nikiti and Neos Marmaras.
Villa Callia has been designed with luxury sea front living in mind. It enjoys contemporary architecture, minimalist design, super cool furnishings, a calm colour palette and striking design features. All three villas are set within gorgeous gardens brimming with aromatic herbs including lavender and rosemary. It is quiet and peaceful. Away from the sea front, at the rear of the resort, you will discover the ruins of an early Christian church and some of the oldest olive trees in Sithonia, estimated to be over one thousand years old. The resort beach can only be used by guests staying in each of the three villas. It comes with luxury loungers.
Villa Callia is built over three floors with three bedrooms, three bathrooms and light and airy modern living space. The semi-basement sleeping area is home to two double bedrooms and two gorgeous bathrooms. It is very cool during the hot summer months and is drowned in natural light through very large windows or doors that look out to a pretty private garden. There are steps up from one bedroom to the garden and pool.  All of the bedrooms enjoy hotel quality cottons and luxurious Candia handmade, hypoallergic mattresses. The master bedroom suite is found on the top floor, reached by a contemporary spiral staircase. The master is heavenly with a wall of glass doors opening to a huge balcony with stunning views of the Toronean Gulf with the island of Kelyfos, across the Kassandra peninsula and over to the dramatic peaks of Mount Olympus. The outdoor furnishings are beautiful. The kingsize bed is perfectly positioned to wake up to these stunning views. The master features a fabulous ensuite bathroom, again with fluffy towels, dressing gowns and slippers.
Huge floor-to-ceiling glass doors open at the rear of the living area bringing the outside in and offering superb garden and sea views. The villa offers a beautiful, modern kitchen, a charming dining area and an elegant lounge area. The kitchen features excellent appliances including a stainless steel American style fridge freezer and a Nespresso coffee machine and a sociable island. You can dine indoors at a lovely table and chairs or head outside for a spot of alfresco dining. A modern corner sofa looks out to the garden, pool and the sea and is also perfectly positioned to enjoy the smart television.
Villa Callia comes with sensational outdoor space. It offers a wonderful alfresco dining and lounge area, a fabulous swimming pool in the centre of the garden with a wooden sun deck and trendy loungers, lush lawns and planting beds and amazing, uninterrupted sea views. The resort’s private rocky beach is shared by all three villas and is 15 metres long. It offers the ultimate in relaxation, simplicity and exceptional beauty. Gorgeous wooden sun loungers and beach tents are provided.
The managers of the resort are happy to organise yacht rental so that you can explore the landscape of Halkidiki, private yoga and pilates lessons in the comfort of your villa, private chefs, childcare and excursions. Villa Callia enjoys a gorgeous sea front location in Elia Nikitis, a charming, tranquil seaside village on the Sithonia peninsula, the middle finger of Halkidiki. Elia Nikitis is 12km south of the ancient settlement of Nikiti and the same distance from the resort of Neos Marmaras. It is within easy reach of the wonderful Sithonia beaches of Akti Elias, Lagomandra, Akti Koviou, Spathies and Ai Giannis.
Nikiti enjoys a wonderful harbour, gorgeous beaches and a great selection of restaurants. The northern part of the town is called Agios Nikitas where you will enjoy a true taste of the past with its ancient churches, stone houses, red ceramic tiles and ornamental gardens. Nikiti is also known for its honey production and September feast.
Neos Marmaras is the largest seaside village in Sithonia. It enjoys beautiful beaches, gorgeous scenery with a mountain backdrop, a good nightlife, lovely views of Kelifos island, the first peninsula of Halkidiki and the mountain of Gods, Olympus. There are fish markets, supermarkets, fur shops, gift shops, a floating port with boat rides and charming bars.
Vourvourou Bay enjoys excellent restaurants, a stunning beach and plenty of entertainment. You can take a cruise around Diaporos Island, stopping at Kryfto, a hidden bay and Galazia Nera, a narrow pass between Diaporos and Agios Isidoros where you can enjoy a swim stop in the shallow, warm, turquoise water. A cruise around the Athos peninsula helps you to discover one of Orthodox Christianity’s most important spiritual centres, Mouth Athos which has been around since 1054. The impressive monasteries have remained unchanged since Byzantine times. Guests can visit the birthplace of Aristotle on another tour to Aristotle Park, admiring the statue of the ancient Greek philosopher. The trip also takes you to the village of Arnea, home to Macedonian architecture, tavernas and one of the more important historical  sites. The Royal Tomb of Phillip the Second, King of Macedon and father of Alexander the Great is situated at the the foothills of Mount Pierra, one of Greece’s most important archaeological discoveries.
The ancient city of Thessaloniki is roughly 90km away. Thessalonkiki is the second largest city of Greece and enjoys a long, fascinating 2500 year history. You will discover the city’s cultures, religions and diverse history at the Archaeological Museum, the Byzantine Museum, the Jewish Museum and the Ataturk Mseum. The Macedonian Museum of Contemporary Art will appeal to art lovers and there are plenty of treats for children. Thessaloniki also appeals to foodies with its excellent food markets and street food. Shopping trips can be enjoyed at the Mediterranean Cosmos Shopping Mall or the label laden boutiques in Thessaloniki’s centre. Thessaloniki’s main attractions include the White Tower, Aristoltelous Square, Kamara, Rotunda and Galerian complex, the Ancient Market, the Port and the Ladadika district.
Halkidiki is renowed for its fabulous pine scented beaches, many surrounded by olive groves. Some of Halkidiki’s special attractions include Ouranoupolis Beach, Ammouliani Island, Alykes, St. George, Megali Ammos, Tigani and Karagatsia. Ouranoupolis boasts a small fishing harbour with the allure and mystery of Mouth Athos in the background. The Byzantine Tower of Ouranoupolis, the ruins of Zigou Abbey, the oldest monastery, the canal of Xerxes are all waiting to be discovered as well as the most heavenly of beaches.
Pefkochori is a vibrant seaside resort on the gorgeous Kassandra peninsula. Its whitewashed houses are beautifully decorated with flowers and the main street is brimming with restaurants, cafes, beach bars and shops. Visitors enjoy strolling through the old town of Pefkochori to the tiny village square with its church, fountain and coffee shop where many locals gather.  Colourful boats are moored at the pier taking tourists on wonderful excursions. Just outside of the village, you will discover more beautiful beaches including Kanapitsa, Chrisi Akti, Alonaki and Chrouso. A little further away, you can visit Paliouri where there are some famous beach bars, Navagos and Koursaros. The most lively place on Kassandra is Kallithea, surrounded by a beautiful pine forest. You will find gold shops, fur shops, clothing boutiques, supermarkets and plenty of eateries. Kallithea is the ultimate choice for a wild, party evening. It attracts the best DJ’s of Northern Greece. You will hear Buzuki music and might even catch a glimpse of a strip show. In the centre of the town you will find the Russian style Church of St. Panteleimon and an archaeological site where the Temple of Dionysus, the Nymphs and part of Ammon Zeus have been excavated.At Excellence Luxury Villas we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the
concierge request form or contact Excellence Luxury Villas Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
– Maid service/extra cleaning- Private chef/cook/catering- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge- Local day-trips or tours- Airport pick-up/drop-off- Babysitting/childcare services
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfill your requests!