Modern Newly-Built Stone Villa in Volimes, Zakynthos, Greece

Newly Built Stone Villa with Infinity Pool and Sea Views — Volimes, Zakynthos

In the traditional stone village of Volimes on the northern tip of Zakynthos — one of the most dramatically beautiful and least commercialised parts of the island — this newly constructed villa combines contemporary design with the authentic vernacular character of Zakynthian stone architecture. At 100 sq.m. on a 1,500 sq.m. private plot, the residence is thoughtfully scaled for two to four guests who value quality, privacy and the particular experience of northern Zakynthos: proximity to the famous Shipwreck Beach and the Blue Caves, a working harbour village just 1,500 metres away, and an infinity pool with sea views that frames the Ionian horizon from the elevated position of the Volimes hillside.

Property Overview

• Living area: 100 sq.m.
• Plot size: 1,500 sq.m.
• Bedrooms: 3 (2 en-suite)
• Bathrooms: 3
• Pool: Infinity pool with sea views
• BBQ area: With alfresco dining table and sunbeds
• Storage room: Included
• Parking: Ample private parking
• Distance to sea and harbour: 1,500 metres
• Distance to Zakynthos Town: 21 km
• Distance to airport: 23 km
• Location: Volimes, Northern Zakynthos, Ionian Islands

Interior Living Spaces

The interior of this Volimes villa has been designed with the clarity and efficiency that a well-conceived contemporary Mediterranean home demands — every square metre purposeful, every room connected to the views and outdoor spaces that define the property’s character.

The entrance opens directly into an open-plan kitchen and living room that forms the social heart of the residence. The fully equipped kitchen is seamlessly integrated into the living space, creating the connected, informal atmosphere that is ideally suited to the relaxed rhythm of an Ionian island stay. Natural light enters generously through the villa’s openings, and the stone construction — the defining material of Volimes’ traditional architecture — gives the interior a coolness and structural character that reinforces the contemporary design without compromising the sense of place.

Both bedrooms are en-suite and spaciously configured. The first features a queen-size bed — a generous and comfortable option for a couple. The second offers two single beds convertible into a king-size, giving the villa flexibility across a broad range of guest configurations: two couples, a family with children, or friends travelling together. A dedicated storage room adds practical depth to the domestic provision without intruding on the living spaces.

Outdoor Living

The outdoor spaces of this Zakynthos villa are its defining commercial and lifestyle asset, and the infinity pool is their centrepiece. Positioned to face the Ionian Sea from the elevated hillside of Volimes, the pool’s overflow edge aligns with the water below — a visual composition that makes the experience of swimming here genuinely memorable and the photographs genuinely marketable. Sunbeds around the pool provide comfortable relaxation within the private grounds, with the sea as a constant backdrop.

The BBQ area with its alfresco dining table creates a fully equipped outdoor entertaining space that makes evening meals under the Zakynthian sky the natural and obvious choice throughout the season. The 1,500 sq.m. plot provides ample separation between the villa and its neighbours, and the positioning of the pool and dining areas within the grounds ensures complete privacy for guests throughout their stay.

Features & Amenities

• 100 sq.m. newly built stone villa
• 2 en-suite bedrooms — queen bed and convertible twin-to-king
• Open-plan fully equipped kitchen and living room
• Infinity pool with Ionian Sea views
• BBQ area with alfresco dining table
• Sunbeds within private grounds
• Storage room
• Ample private parking
• 1,500 sq.m. plot with complete privacy
• Traditional Zakynthian stone construction with contemporary interior
• 1,500 metres to the harbour and sea
• 21 km to Zakynthos Town
• 23 km to Zakynthos International Airport

Location Highlights

Volimes is the principal village of northern Zakynthos and the gateway to the island’s most spectacular natural attractions. The famous Shipwreck Beach — Navagio — is one of the most photographed coves in the Mediterranean, accessible by boat from the nearby harbour and visible from the clifftops above Volimes. The Blue Caves on the island’s northeastern cape offer some of the most extraordinary sea cave snorkelling and boat excursion experiences in the Ionian. Together these two natural landmarks make the northern tip of Zakynthos one of the island’s most visited and most visually celebrated areas.

The harbour and sea are just 1,500 metres from the villa — a short walk or drive that opens daily access to boat hire, water taxis to Navagio, and the waterfront tavernas and cafes of the local port community. Zakynthos Town — the island’s charming Venetian-influenced capital with its neoclassical architecture, seafront esplanade and full range of restaurants, shops and cultural sites — is 21 km away. Zakynthos International Airport is 23 km distant, receiving direct seasonal flights from major European cities and supporting strong international visitor demand throughout the extended Ionian season.

Volimes itself retains the authentic character of a working Zakynthian hill village — stone houses, a central square, a traditional market known for local honey, nougat and ceramics, and the unhurried pace of island life that the more tourist-intensive southern areas of the island can no longer reliably offer.

Investment Potential

A newly built stone villa with an infinity sea-view pool, two en-suite bedrooms and complete privacy on a 1,500 sq.m. plot in northern Zakynthos — 1,500 metres from the harbour that serves boats to Navagio Beach — represents a clearly defined and immediately lettable investment in one of the Ionian’s most scenically distinctive rental markets.

The property’s proximity to Navagio and the Blue Caves is its most powerful commercial differentiator. Guests booking accommodation in northern Zakynthos are overwhelmingly motivated by access to these two attractions, and a villa that combines infinity pool sea views, privacy and walking distance to the departure harbour for Navagio boat tours occupies a premium position in the area’s short-let market. Demand for this category of accommodation — private, well-designed, view-endowed — consistently outpaces supply in the Volimes area, where the majority of visitor accommodation is at a lower standard than this newly constructed villa.

The convertible twin-to-king bedroom configuration extends the property’s appeal across the full spectrum of booking profiles, from couples to small families, maximising occupancy flexibility throughout the season from May through October.

Non-EU buyers should note that this acquisition may qualify under Greece’s Golden Visa programme, granting Schengen Area residency rights and freedom of movement within the European Union. Greek Exclusive Properties provides full guidance on eligibility, legal structuring and the application process for all international clients.

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