Lakithra Holidays

The southern village of Lakithra owes its popularity to its spectacular setting. The hamlet’s whitewashed buildings are spread over a series of green foothills, which look out towards the Ionian Sea. Its high-up location means there’s always a nice breeze, even in the hot summer months.

The village centre is made up of timeworn churches, tavernas serving local food, and family-run businesses, including a traditional Greek bakery and a couple of mini markets. It’s about as far from commercial as you can get. Locals outnumber tourists, so you’ll get a nice snapshot of everyday village life.

Lakithra gives you easy access to some of Kefalonia’s best beaches. It’s just a 10-minute drive from Lassi, where you’ll find not one, but two ribbons of sand – Makris Yialos and Platis Yialos. They’re both fringed with restaurants, cafés, and bars offering happy hours. If you want even more choice, head for the capital, Argostoli. It’s a 10-minute drive north, and it’s home to archaeological museums and a central square spilling over with coffee shops.