Set in Vathi, Ithaka, 1.1 km from Dexa Beach and 2.8 km from Loutsa Beach, Cottage on the Sea offers air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. Featuring a garden, the holiday home is close to several noted attractions, around 700 metres from Port of Ithaki, less than 1 km from Navy - Folklore Museum of Ithaca and a 12-minute walk from Archaeological Museum of Vathi. The holiday home with a terrace and sea views features 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing. Archaeological Collection of Stavros Ithaca is 17 km from the holiday home, while Piso Aetos Port is 5.9 km away. Kefalonia Airport is 46 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

FREE parking!


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom :
1 large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.8
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Spyridon
    Denmark Denmark
    Super location, waking up just 4m away from the water, unbeatable.!!! Very helpfull staff, I forgot my camera and they sent it right away with the next ship. So greatfull to them about it.
  • Lynda
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The location was great, with views just across the road to the water with some yachts at anchor in the bay and a short walk from the town and all services, restaurants etc. Ground floor cottage so only a few steps from road level- easy to manage...
  • Cristina
    Italy Italy
    Little sweet house with an incredible sea view and 2 small closed outdoor areas where the dog could walk

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Larry & Bonnie

9.7
9.7
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Larry & Bonnie
Welcome to our "Cottage on the Sea" ! Located in Vathy, the capital of Ithaca, home of Homer's Odyssey. This charming cottage is steps from the sea, with panoramic view on the scenic Vathy harbor; just 5 minutes walk to town center, restaurants and shops. The cottage (refitted 2023) comprises of one bedroom, plus sofa/bed in living room, dining area, kitchen, bathroom, balcony and courtyard. Our place is provided with free WiFi, A/C, fully equipped kitchen, 2 x TV sets, and convenient parking right outside the door. Enjoy and explore all that Ithaca has to offer, history, legends, beauty, charm, emerald beaches and much more. Ithaca is accessible by ferry or water taxi from the islands of Kefalonia and Lefkas and of course by ferry from the main land ports of Patra, Kyllini and Astakos.
Languages spoken: Greek,English,Italian

Property surroundings

Facilities of Cottage on the Sea
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
Parking
Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Coffee machine
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Seating Area
    Media & Technology
    • Flat-screen TV
    • Radio
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Sofa bed
    • Clothes rack
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Soundproofing
    • Private entrance
    • Interconnected room(s) available
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron
    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Sun terrace
    • Balcony
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Food & Drink
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Outdoor & View
    • Landmark view
    • Sea view
    • View
    Building characteristics
    • Semi-detached
    Miscellaneous
    • Air conditioning
    • Family rooms
    Safety & security
    • Key access
    Languages spoken
    • Greek
    • English
    • Italian

    Property practices

    This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules
    Cottage on the Sea takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 15:00 to 20:00
    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    From 07:00 to 10:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Cot upon request
    Free
    3+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    € 10 per person, per night

    Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Pets are only allowed upon request.

    There is an extra charge for pets at €10/night. Minimum charge €20.

    This pet fee is paid during check-in, in cash only.

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Cottage on the Sea in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

    License number: 00002204962

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Cottage on the Sea

    • Cottage on the Sea has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 1 bedroom

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Cottage on the Sea can accommodate the following group size:

      • 4 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Cottage on the Sea offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Cottage on the Sea on this page.

      • Yes, Cottage on the Sea is popular with guests booking family stays.

      • The nearest beach is just 950 yards from Cottage on the Sea. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

      • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Cottage on the Sea on this page.

      • Check-in at Cottage on the Sea is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

      • Cottage on the Sea is 1,050 yards from the centre of Vathi, Ithaka. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

      • The prices at Cottage on the Sea may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.