We have just returned from a fabulous week at the Lixouri Bay Beach Club staying at the Lazaratos Hotel. We stayed in a small family suite on the first floor overlooking the pool with the sea and beach beyond. The view from our balcony was wonderful. The accommodation was excellent for our family of four, comprising a separate room with a double bed and two single beds in the main room that also contained a small kitchen area, fridge , coffee making equipment etc. The Lazaratos is a lovely family run which feels really authentic. The welcome we received was second to none! Akis who runs the hotel is so helpful and always smiling. As a family they really go the extra mile to make you feel welcome. Yiota, Akis's daughter warrants a special mention. She is always there to help, breakfast, dinner, beach bar, reception! We had our breakfast and the evening meals (4 nights) in an open dining room ' Top Deck' and the view from this area was fabulous. The food was plentiful and very tasty, in a buffet style format, with amazing variety and great vegetarian options. We stayed at the Lixouri Beach Club which is north of Lixouri town, a short 10 Euro taxi rise ride away. The Beach Team at this resort was led by Jake with Zoe also playing a leading role. The whole team were super friendly and we received some great watersports tuition and tips as we all progressed throughout the week. Our two children, in their early 20s, made great progress with their windsurfing. Special thanks in this respect to Jake and Zoe. Jake leads this resort's team with enthusiasm and positive energy. The combination of the lovely family run hotel and great beachclub facilities makes for a very memorable family holiday. The breakfast buffet is also delicious, with fabulous homemade cakes and bread. Prior to our week at the Lixouri Beach Club we had a week based in Argostoli and we hired a car and explored Kefalonia. A great combination and we look forward to returning to both Kefalona and the Lixouri Beach Club again!