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In the south-eastern tip of Kefalonia, at the district of Skala, lies Ostria´s House. Ostria´s House is situated in the picturesque village of Ratzakli, built on a natural amphitheatre with a panoramic view of the Ionian sea, Kaminia beach and the adjacent island of Zakynthos. The view from Ostria's House is overwhelming and breathtaking.
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Lovely location close to Scala, beautiful beach within walking distance, apartments are clean tidy and have a wonderful view to the sea. The pool area is well kept and offers sun longers. The host, Sonia, was friendly and works hard with the upkeep of the property. This is a small lovely relaxing complex where you can totally unwind, I will return, and I'd have no hesitation in recommending Ostrias House to all that enjoy a nice peaceful stay on this island paradise.
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Date of stay: August 2023
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Trip type: Travelled solo
Room Tip:If mobility is a problem, then you would benefit from hiring a car.
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I travelled here wth my husband and 11yr old in May 2018. We have been travelling to Skala in a Kef for the best part of20 yrs now having stayed at many properties. At first we were a little disappointed not realising just how far out of Skala this property was. However, we though we would give it a try as we always have car straight from airport anyhow. The views and scenery from this Hotel are absolutely stunning! You can see straight o we to Zante on a clear day. Kamina/Mounda beach are a short ten min walk downhill to gloriously beautiful turtle beach and clear blue waters. There is a safe/news agents just a short walk away and a Kantina and restaurant at bottom of hill at the beach which serves reasonably priced food. We stayed in the ground floor apt overlooking the pool which is a littl mor spacious. It was clean and well maintained with everything you could ask for to cook with and clean up. It even had start up washing up liquid, sponges and tea towels. The shower was stocked with hand soap and was very clean as was the bedroom with double metal bed and kitchen/lounger with sofa bed for children. The main bedroom had plenty of wardrobe and drawer storage and there was a dressing table with mirror. On arrival we were met with some Thassos, owner and Christina his friend and Assistant. You could not hope To meet s more warm and genuinely welcoming pair of people. Nothing was ever a bother. Our beds were made every day and changed twice during our 7 day stay. Christinia would make creations with the bed sheets for our little girl like a swan which she loved. Mr Thassos would bring fruit from his parlour and wine(really good vino) made from Fruit from his vinyard for us. There is a large fridge freezer in the apartment so was easy to store food. Mr Thassos was very kind and reminisced his favourite pop band of all time 'The Beatles'. The pool like all Pools, it will get the odd insects etc and leaves blow into it but it was dredged every day and filtered by the lovely Christina. However sometimes there would Be the odd insect in which freaked little One so she would use her fishing net to keep free. It was definitely not green! During our stay there was one other family there for one night, we had the free rain of the pool and apartment all week nearly with no others present. It may be crowded by the pool if there were lots of people saying in peak times. The hotel is at the back of a Church tucked in down a little side road. It overlooks beautiful Zante directly opposite, to your right and five minutes down the road is the beautiful fishing village of Katelios with beautiful fish restaurants and to your left is the beautiful Skala, our home away from Home. Whilst we prefer to be at the centre of nightlife and restaurants (although not rowdy ones) this was about 5 miles out from anything to do other than go for walks or to the beach. So, a car is absolutely essential I would say. We would go to the centre or Skala to one of the big Hotels during the day or exlore/beach and come back for around5pm and then stay out around our pool till around 8pm. The pool is open until 10pm at night and from early in the morning but closed for two hours during the day around3-5pm for filtering. This is kind of a siesta time in any event as the sun is just too strong at theee times. Whilst we like the hum drum of a city centre where you can just walk into the centre of Skala within five minutes you can't do that here as it would be ten Mins by car. However, do not let this put you off staying here. This is the only one down side out of many positives. We feel privileged to have stayed at this beautifully serviced apartments with charming scenery and having met such genuinely honest, warm and welcoming people who have become friends. It is a complete little gem of a find that is serviced well, clean and tidy. All you really need with the best of beaches on your doorstep with gorgeous sand as opposed to the pebble beach in Skala. We very much hope to visit this Hotel again in the future. It was kind of nice to be able to have the best of both worlds, going into Skala or Katelios Centre and returning to a quiet, scenic retreat! I would have no hesitation in returning. I just hope it is not too busy I can't get booked!!!
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Date of stay: May 2018Trip type: Travelled with family
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Came here for a week. Nice place with lovely apartments well maintained. Beautiful scenery. Owners are nice.
Long way from anywhere car is a must, but well located to get around the island.
Unfortunately the pool was green. Not very inviting. A bit upsetting for the kids.
Sort the pool out and it would have been 5*
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Date of stay: August 2016Trip type: Travelled with family
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In the village of Ratzakli, Ostria’s House overlooks the sea, all the studios have a sea facing balcony. The pool is great, if a little cold when you first get in! The room is spacious with a fridge, 2 ring electric hob and enough utensils etc to make a simple meal. However Christina will bring breakfast to your room to eat on the balcony. Omelette, lovely fresh bread, jams, honey, juice, coffee, fruit and cake. Definitely worth the 4 Euros per person. The only reason I haven’t given a 5 is the bed is very hard, but we are getting used to it! Very clean and every 3 days the room is cleaned, bed changed and clean towels provided. A car is needed, the location however is perfect.
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Date of stay: September 2018Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Very basic typically Greek studios. A few random hazards such as a hole in the bathroom floor - haphazard housekeeping but very pleasant owner, nice grounds and pool. A car is a necessity. Breakfast is a nice touch and delivered to your room but stick to continental as eggs consistently deliver almost raw.
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Date of stay: July 2014
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Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip:If you have children with you, ask for a ground floor corner room as they have family safe terraces.
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We booked for 2 nights while travelling from/to Zakynthos at the very beginning of September 2017. We stayed in a modern and very lovely villa located by the swimming pool. The apartment was beautifully designed. A nice bathroom. Everything would be perfect if the bins where emptied daily. Our room wasn't made during our stay even once. We booked the room with breakfast but we only had it once when I asked for it. It wasn't worth having it though as it consisted of bread and some jam in plastic containers.
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Date of stay: September 2017
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Perfect location with great view! Nice, caring and helpful owners. Really clean (room, towels and sheets), airconditioned and well equipped room (1st floor overlooking the pool). Situated near lots of beaches (Kaminia, Mounda, Skala etc). Many places to eat, drink and shop at 5 to 10 minute distance. It's position though guarantees your peace of mind. The island is big so you'd better have a car.
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Date of stay: August 2016
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Trip type: Travelled with family
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Booked for 2 nights 2 rooms for 5 €238 Large with fridges and air con and balconies. Basic furniture. Would be difficult to self cater. Nice pool with lovely sea view Elec went off in 1 room one night and owner out so no aircon No breakfast taken Beach down hill is good if stony in areas Good taverna there Pleased to move on
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Date of stay: August 2016
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We had a lovely holiday in this gorgeous place. Fresh figs and other fruit on the trees, lovely pool, stunning view and good location. 5 minutes by car to Skala in one direction and 5 minutes to Kelethias village in the other direction with tavernas on the beach. Our apartment was clean and tidy with modern bathroom. Sofa bed in lounge a bit uncomfortable for 2 adults. Christina came each morning with breakfast to our terrace. It was perfect. She was very kind and made us very welcome. Mr Thasoss made us very welcome and we where sad leave when our holiday was over. We will be back for sure
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Date of stay: September 2015Trip type: Travelled with family
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We stayed at Ostria's House June 2015 & Sept 2015, and we are going back again June 2016, a really lovely place, if you want a quiet location, value for money, great breakfast and beautiful views!! Kaminia beach is a short walk, with a fantastic Cantina serving home made food!! Be aware the walk back up the hill to Ostria's House is very steep, especially in the heat, but it's great exercise & you can jump in the fantastic pool when your back!!
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Date of stay: September 2015
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip:Best views from 1st floor, but ground floor ideal for pool access!!
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PRICE RANGE
$86 - $168 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
GreeceIonian IslandsKefaloniaSkala
NUMBER OF ROOMS
15
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