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    Caretta's Nest

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    InSkala, Kefalonia, Greece

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    ABOUT THE HOTEL

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    Once voted number one in the Times’ top 40 European Villas list, this attractive set of properties are a popular choice with guests, who book well in advance.

    The Caretta’s Nest apartments are a real find, located in one of the lesser-known corners of Kefalonia and overlooking Kaminia Beach – home to nesting sea turtles.

    Caretta’s Nest is made up of three blocks comprising of four one-bedroom and a couple of two- bedroom apartments. And the insides are just as elegant as their whitewashed exteriors.

    • Rooms: 3
    • Lifts: none
    • Buildings: 4
    • Floors: 2-3

    Things you'll love

    • By Turtle Beach
    • Secluded feel
    • Traditional style

    Location

    • 8 minute drive to the taverna
    • 40 minute drive to the airport
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    Small & Friendly

    Holidays with an authentic feel

    • Properties with a traditional feel
    • Often family-run
    • Picturesque settings, usually by the sea
    • Everything from 2T to 5T

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    FOOD & DRINK

    Self Catering

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    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Evening Meal
    • Drinks
    • Snacks

      

    Facilities

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    • Outdoor pool

      The large outdoor shared pool is bordered by gardens, it's 14 x 7 metres in size and 1.7 metres deep. With sunbeds and parasols on the shared terrace.

    • Air-conditioning*

      At an extra charge.

    Rooms

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    Actually quite perfect
    09 Sep , 2019 Toodlepip2013
    So having read the previous reviews, which up until last week ceased September last year, we were a little concerned about what to expect- booked through Tui online, got the car hire package (and a car is essential) picked car up from enterprise at the airport with no hassle (a little beaten up on the corners Suzuki swift and more than adequate for the 2 of us and our luggage). Arrived unpacked, a walk on the beach and a beer on the terrace by 5pm, what more could you ask for? Yes the apartment decor and kitchens are a bit dated (not quite grandmas house in the early 90’s, and if you can’t stand stencils, borders or peach valanced pelmets and you want matching cutlery and crockery) this is not the place for you- if however you are after the perfect beach on your doorstep, a quiet, clean and spacious apartment that is surrounded by lovely gardens and the use of a fab pool, then Carettas nest is actually quite perfect (but don’t tell everyone as we will definitely be going again next year) Yes, there are hair line cracks in the small shower tray; yes,there is a shower curtain you can wrestle with (or just not bother to use) yes, nothing matches in the kitchen and the worktops have seen better days but the rooms are clean, the beds are comfortable, the air conditioning works and was free, and you get that fabulous beach ! Be aware Carettas nest is on a slope with steps to and from apartments, and a sloped drive to one side for access. There are naked sunbathers on the beach, so keep an open mind Pop into a mini market en route for initial provisions, (on the left in Retzakli) then use the A&B food market in skala for a bigger shop ( just past the Tui sensimar hotel on your left as you leave Skala) For an actually quite perfect holiday: Ps We saw Baby turtles hatch on this beach which was the cherry on the top of a roughly iced cake 😎
    Discovered by accident, adored forever with newly installed Wi Fi
    29 Aug , 2019 Chris B
    My wife and originally discovered this holiday dream through a cancelled booking.we have now returned 4 times and each time it just gets better. The package comes with a car which is a must for exploring the island. There are one and two bedroom apartments ( two of each) and one larger (cannot say what size). this means the maximum staying is 16 people. The pool is about 30m and we have yet to come across more then 4 people at any one time using it. The property in next to a beach bar that is only open during the day and never plays loud or annoying music. We found nothing beats an afternoon reading by the pool, plunging when hot and then walking the 30m to the beach bar at 4pm for a cold beer in the leafy shade provided by mature trees. The gardens are now mature and provide both colour and shade. The beach can been seen whist cooling in the pool and has sunbeams and parasols if you wish to use them. The TUI pictures are dated and they do not say it now has WI FI via satellite link, one dish per apartment. There is a "caretaker' on site at all times, who makes your room up daily and changes towels os required. Cannot speak highly enough of this nest
    Perfect location
    18 Sep , 2018 Ray M
    This was our first visit to Carettas Nest and was pleasantly surprised. Neatly tucked away, we almost drove passed, was led to our apartment by the lovely Jobert. Great views but was hoping for a double bed instead of two singles. Bathroom could with a refurb, maybe a shower screen, but apart from that decent accommodation. Great poolside area and a short walk to a snack bar and the excellent Anemos Taverna. Thoroughly recommend a stay here.
    Perfect location but looking tired
    14 Aug , 2018 johnmH1045ST, 187371
    We returned for our third visit to Caretta’s Nest and I could just ask you to read the excellent review from Cricklewood. I feel particularly disappointed that in spending over £4000 on a holiday, I have to go and buy my own cafetière to make a cup of coffee. We also bought a vegetable peeler, clothes pegs and tin opener. I’m not sure why TUI can’t audit the property for the basics. I’ve heard the argument that it’s the owners but we pay TUI so it’s their responsibility. Why there can’t be a welcome pack and some water I don’t know. TUI you need to address this! Also TUI appears to want to follow Ryanair and we got hit with the excess baggage. 15kg for 2 weeks is a stretch. Hope the honest feedback helps.
    Back again!
    29 Jul , 2018 Carol W
    We returned for our 5th visit this year and all was exactly as expected. We had booked early and got a car included but there were those who booked later who did not get a car. A car is absolutely essential at this location and I was amazed to discover Tui had temporarily removed the included hire car. I believe this has been rectified for next year, we have already booked and a car is included. The location is perfect if you are looking for a peaceful, laid back holiday. The accommodation units are spacious but a little tired and in need of updating. However this has been commented by other guests and it does seem the owner is unwilling to spend the money. Jobert keeps everywhere clean and provides fresh linen every couple of days. He works very hard. There are sunbeds on the beach that until last year were free. Last year we paid 5 euros per day and this year it was 7.50 or 9 euros depending on whether you had a mattress or not. The taverna next door owns the sunbeds, has a beach bar and an eatery a climb up from there. It is worth a visit. There is no longer a welcome pack provided and a trip to the supermarket in Skala (5 min drive) is the first thing needed. We travel from Gatwick and arrive at lunchtime but if your flight does not land until late you will be arriving with no provisions, not even water. All in all Carettas keeps drawing us back year after year but if you are looking for top spec accommodation with amenities close by then it is not for you.
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