peaceful & authentic life of the Kerkennah Islands

Peaceful villa on the Kerkennah Islands, perfect for longer stays. Unlimited Wi-Fi for remote workers. Sea views north and south. An authentic island experience away from mass tourism. Villa paisible aux îles Kerkennah, idéale pour séjours longs et télétravail (wifi illimité). Vue mer nord et sud. Île authentique, loin du tourisme de masse. The space Peaceful island villa – perfect for longer stays. Enjoy the calm rhythm of life on the Kerkennah Islands, a preserved and authentic destination far from mass tourism. This comfortable house is ideal for relaxing holidays, longer stays, or remote workers looking for peace, sun, and sea. Unlimited Wi-Fi makes it easy to work remotely while enjoying the quiet island atmosphere. The house is spread over two levels. Ground floor • Cozy living room • Fully equipped kitchen • One bedroom • Spacious bathroom with toilet Upstairs • Three bedrooms • Hallway • Shower room with toilet • A beautiful terrace, perfect for relaxing The garden features a century-old olive tree and a fig tree, creating a peaceful Mediterranean setting. At the back of the property there is a traditional Kerkennian house, part of the property but unoccupied. Guests can park their vehicles inside the property. Located on a narrow part of the island, the sea can be seen from both the north and south sides, offering beautiful light and sunsets. A perfect place to slow down, relax and discover the authentic life of the Kerkennah Islands. Peaceful villa on the Kerkennah Islands – ideal for relaxing or teleworking Enjoy the calm and authentic rhythm of the Kerkennah Islands, a preserved destination far away from mass tourism. This cozy home is ideal for a relaxing vacation, extended stays, or for travelers wishing to work remotely in a quiet environment. The accommodation has unlimited Wi-Fi, suitable for remote working. The home is spread over two levels. Garden Level • Comfortable living room • Fully-equipped kitchen • One bedroom • Large bathroom with toilet Upstairs • Three bedrooms • A lobby • A shower room with toilet • A pleasant terrace to relax The garden is home to a century-old olive tree and a fig tree that bring a beautiful Mediterranean atmosphere. At the bottom of the garden is a traditional Kerkennian house, part of the property but uninhabited. Guests can park their vehicle inside the property. Located on a narrow part of the island, the sea is visible from both sides: north and south, offering magnificent lights and sunsets. A perfect place to slow down, rest and discover the authenticity of the Kerkennah Islands. Guest access How to get to the Kerkennah Islands To reach the island, take the ferry from the port of Sfax. The crossing takes about 1 hour and ferries run several times a day. Schedules can be checked on the ferry company's website. ⚠️ Online booking is usually only possible with a Tunisian bank card. If needed, Tarek, our local host, can book the ferry for you. You can reimburse him when you arrive. ⸻ Once on the island After arriving at Sidi Youssef (Mellita) port: 1. Follow the main road towards El Remla (the island's main town). 2. Drive about 22 km. 3. Around 5 km before El Remla, you will pass through the village of El Abbassia, where the house is located. Tarek will send you GPS location and simple directions to reach the house easily. ⸻ Additional information • The house is fully air-conditioned in summer and heated in winter for year-round comfort. • Private parking is available on the property. • If you arrive without a car, Tarek can help arrange a local taxi. How to get to the Kerkennah Islands To get to the island, you need to take the ferry from the port of Sfax. The crossing takes about 1 hour and the ferries run several times a day. Schedules can be viewed on the Tunisian shipping company's website. ⚠️ Online booking is usually only possible with a Tunisian bank card. If you can't book online, Tarek, our on-site host, can book the ferry for you. You can easily refund it upon arrival. ⸻ Once on the island After disembarking at the port of Sidi Youssef (Mellita): 1. Follow the main road towards El Remla (the center of the island). 2. Continue for about 22 km. 3. About 5 km before El Remla, you will cross the village El Abbassia, where the house is located. Tarek will send you all the necessary directions, GPS location and simple landmarks to arrive easily. ⸻ < a href = " • The accommodation is air-conditioned in summer and heated in winter, for optimal comfort all year round. • It is possible to park your vehicle inside the property. • If you arrive without a car, Tarek can help you to arrange a local taxi. Other things to note The Kerkennah Heritage Museum is about a 2-minute walk from the house. • The only salt marsh of the archipelago is about 5 minutes away on foot, a unique place to visit. • To explore the island easily, it is recommended to have a car, scooter, or motorbike, as distances can be significant. • Boat trips can be organized with local fishermen to discover the beautiful marine landscapes of the archipelago and the traditional fishing structures known as charfia. • The island's lagoons are also a great place to observe wildlife, including flamingos and many seabirds, depending on the season. • The island is ideal for cycling, walking and hiking, thanks to its flat terrain and preserved natural landscapes. • Life on the Kerkennah Islands is simple and peaceful, and the cost of living is generally lower than in most European countries or in the United States. • Local restaurants and markets offer very fresh fish caught the same day. • The island is known for its beautiful sunsets and preserved coastal scenery. • Thanks to the quiet environment, fresh sea air and very little traffic, many guests enjoy exceptionally restful sleep during their stay. The spirit of the Kerkennah Islands The Kerkennah Islands offer a slow and peaceful rhythm of life, perfect for relaxing and enjoying time differently. Here you will discover an authentic and preserved island, far from mass tourism and close to nature. A perfect place to reconnect with the sea, the sun, and the simple beauty of island life. Here, time seems to slow down… and the holidays truly begin. The Kerkennah Islands Heritage Museum is about a 2-minute walk from the house. • The only saltworks in the archipelago is about a 5-minute walk away, a typical and interesting place to discover. • To easily explore the island, it is recommended to have a car, scooter or motorcycle, as distances can be significant. • Sea excursions can be organized with local fishermen to discover the marine landscapes of the archipelago and the famous traditional fisheries called charfia. • The archipelago's lagoons are also a great place to observe wildlife and birds, including flamingos and many seabirds depending on the season. • The island lends itself very well to bike rides, walks and hiking, thanks to its flat terrain and unspoiled natural landscapes. • Life on the Kerkennah Islands is simple and peaceful. The cost of living is generally more affordable than in most European countries or the United States. • Local restaurants and markets often offer very fresh fish caught the same day. • The island is renowned for its magnificent sunsets and unspoiled seascapes. • Thanks to the calm of the island, the lack of traffic and the sea air, many visitors enjoy exceptional quality sleep. The Spirit of the Kerkennah Islands The Kerkennah Islands offer a peaceful pace of life, ideal for slowing down and enjoying the passing of time. Here you will discover an authentic and preserved island, far from mass tourism and close to nature. It's the perfect place to reconnect with the sea, the sun and the simplicity of island life. Here, time seems to slow down… and vacations make sense.