The beautiful island of Lefkada is situated in the centre of the Ionian archipelago and northwest Greece.

In the mountain villages the visitor can still experience authentic country life. The rural population lives mainly from cattle, wine, olives, citrus fruit and delicious honey. The highest mountain peak is Stavrota with 1182 m. The panoramic views are incredibly beautiful. Along the coastline are high white chalk cliffs (lefkos means white), picturesque bays, lovely beaches and the sea is crystal clear and clean. Nights spent under a sky sequined with a profusion of brilliant stars are sheer magic. Sailors who know the Ionian Archipel well consider Lefkada to be the most beautiful Ionian island.

Tourism
On weekends in the spring, summer and autumn the big square of Lefkada Town is bursting with life and social activity until the early hours. In the square and the surrounding narrow streets, everyone is eating, drinking and enjoying the music. Lefkas Town’s lively port is home to hundreds of sailing vessels.

Lefkada has beaches that belong to the most beautiful ones in Greece. The sea is exceptionally clean. The colour is of a deep green/blue. Lefkada tourism concentrates on the rather run-of-the-mill resort villages of Nidri and Vasiliki. Nidri is the island’s tourist centre, a resort on the east coast of the island. Well worth considering is a boat excursion from the harbour to nearby islands. Vasiliki on the south-west coast is a ‘summer’ village and harbour with boat connections to the southern islands. It is an ideal location for surfers because of its favourable breeze. 

The beautiful south-coast
The south coast of Lefkada is stunningly beautiful thanks to its proximity to the vividly blue sea, the views of the neighbouring islands, mountains and valleys, unspoilt nature, authentic  villages, and  olive and citrus orchards. Situated on the coast are a small cluster of houses and tavernas by the name of Sivota and the ‘summer’ village of Poros Beach. Sivota is frequented by sailing enthusiasts. There are welcoming tavernas that serve an excellent catch of the day. The beach of Poros Bay is quiet and popular. Only in the month of August it can be a bit crowded. 

Greek food
The Greek food is simple but usually tasty and inexpensive. The Greek cuisine is traditional and aimed at preserving the pure taste of the local ingredients. It is a Greek custom to place a wide array of dishes on the table, with starters and main dishes remaining there throughout the meal. Everyone samples everything. It’s all very friendly and hospitable. 

Sailing and motor boating
The Ionian islands are considered one of the most beautiful sailing regions in the world. It’s therefore not surprising that sailing is the main sport on Lefkada. Many sailing enthusiasts from countries other than Greece have made Lefkada the home harbour for their vessels, sailing the Ionian waters and far beyond. There is a wide choice of sailing- and motorboats to be chartered.

House Of The Sea gives you the possibility of a combined holiday: for example, one or two weeks of sailing in combination with one or two weeks of relaxation in House Of The Sea. After that, you’re bound to feel totally energized and ‘reborn’. It is important that you discuss your wishes with us as early in advance as possible.

Excursions to other islands and the mainland
Lefkada is centrally located in the Ionian archipelago and lies near the mainland, which can be easily reached by a bridge. It’s a perfect base for day trips to other islands and the mainland. Trips of several days are sometimes advisable.  The northwest of Greece offers much to explore and is beautiful. 

The nearby island of Corfu (590 km², 110,000 inhabitants) represents a blend of the cultures that shaped its history: Venetian/Italian, French, English and Greek. This island is visited by droves of tourists. The other islands are more authentically Greek and quieter. Kefalonia (780 km², 33,000 inhabitants) is the largest Ionian island. Very charming and colourful is the fishing village of Fiscardo. It teems with charming outdoor cafés, restaurants and souvenir shops. It can be quite crowded. Ithaca is a smaller island (96 km², 3,000 inhabitants). 

The mainland of Greece to the south of Albania is an interesting region and worth a trip of several days. You can visit the pleasant provincial capital, monasteries on mountain tops and the famous mountain villages of Zagoria, which are partially deserted. The region is endowed with extraordinary natural beauty. Many endangered species can be found in the Vikos-Aoos Natural Park, among which the brown bear and lynx.