About this property
Breathtakingly beautiful inside and out, you’ll be seriously impressed when you stay at Villa Isle, on the northwest coast of the Greek island of Corfu, overlooking the azure Ionian Sea. This incredible architect-designed property is made up of the main house, and a guest house, set in a Mediterranean garden, surrounded by ancient olive groves, and tall trees for shade and seclusion. Villa Isle has six spacious double bedrooms, and can comfortably accommodate up to twelve guests.
The villa would be ideal for a large family holiday, a friends’ get-together, or a special celebration. The two-storey property is constructed out of local light stone with natural wood pergolas, and an expansive terrace, that is home to a centrepiece infinity heated swimming pool. The villa commands uninterrupted views over the bay of Agios Stefanos, out across the horizon and beyond. Villa Isle comes complete with private parking, complimentary air conditioning, and Wi-Fi throughout. The interiors are bright and breezy, floor-to-ceiling sliding doors let in lots of natural light, and open out onto sea-view terraces and balconies. The recently refurbished villa has been decorated using only the finest materials, natural wood, glass, and marble, and furnished with specially commissioned contemporary pieces, whilst decidedly modern art adorns the walls.
Enter the villa, where you will be greeted by a light and airy open-plan living space, with picture windows that have panoramic views, and give access to the pool terrace. The seating area has an inviting white L-shaped sofa, a designer chair, a wooden coffee table, and a flat-screen satellite television, above a wood-burning fire, fabulous for those cooler months and evenings. The ten-seater, black and white dining set, is perfect for some formal indoor entertaining, with a display cabinet that is home to a must-have wine fridge. The natural wood and white kitchen is fully equipped with all the latest appliances that you will need to cater for your holiday, as well as a breakfast bar with tall stools. The master bedroom is located on the ground floor, with a double bed, that is dressed in the finest linen, billowing white curtains, an ensuite shower room, with a double state-of-the-art vanity unit, and access to the gardens, where there is a furnished seating spot. The second bedroom has convertible twin beds and an ensuite shower room. A guest cloakroom completes the ground floor.
Take the glass-fronted stairs to the first floor, where you will find three spacious ensuite bedrooms, all with sea-view balconies. Two bedrooms have double beds, one with an ensuite bathroom with a bathtub, and the other bedroom is a twin room with an ensuite shower room. The independent, elegant guesthouse, is perfect for two, with a double bed, an ensuite shower room, a kitchenette, and access to the garden.
As far as the eye can see, the glass-fronted terrace, is the star of the show, hosting a central, step-entry, infinity swimming pool, with a waterfall overflow. You’ll feel like you are floating when you sunbathe on one of the two double sun loungers built into the pool. Relax on deep-cushioned, wooden sun loungers, and catch up with this summer’s best seller. Meet for morning coffee at the shady soft seating set. Dine in daylight at the ten-seater table and chairs. As dusk falls take your place at the strategically sited, sunken seating, as you sip cocktails in front of the firepit, and watch the sunset over the horizon. As the stars come out to shine, feast alfresco at the pergola-covered twelve-seater round table, with dishes freshly grilled on the built-in barbeque. Enjoy an after-dinner digestif at the outdoor bar, and raise a toast to the most memorable holiday.
Villa Isle can be found nestled high into the hillside, overlooking the traditional fishing village of Agios Stefanos, on the north west coast of the Greek island of Corfu, with uninterrupted views across the azure blue Ionian Sea, The villa is a scenic thirty-eight kilometre drive from the international airport of Ioannis Kapodistrias. Villa Isle has a concierge team, who can organise your travel arrangements, charter yachts, and book luxury excursions.
In the picturesque village of Agios Stefanos, you will find mini marts stocked with provisions to cater for your holiday, cafes, bars and local family-run tavernas where you can enjoy traditional Corfiot dishes. The nearest beach is Avlaki, just two kilometres away, set in a natural bay with a verdant forest backdrop, white pebbles with crystal clear waters, and family-friendly restaurants. Whilst Kerasia beach is three kilometres away, with organised sun loungers, and quiet calm waters, it is ideal for swimming and snorkelling. Kerasia is set within an idyllic landscape. with lush mountain scenery, and romantic seafront restaurants, ideal for dinner under the stars.
Corfu has two hundred and seventeen kilometres of coastline that are populated with beautiful beaches, most notably the family-friendly Agios Georgios in the south, with the longest sandy beach, and fabulous facilities. It’s only five kilometres to the closest town of Kassiopi, a quaint fishing village, that dates to Roman times, and is now a friendly resort, with lots of facilities for a fun holiday visit. For those who want to keep fit, the island offers a whole host of activities, including hiking, mountain biking, cycling, yoga, walking tours, snorkelling and scuba diving, horse riding, water rafting, sailing, and an international golf course too.
The unesco World Heritage site of Corfu old town is well worth a visit and is only thirty-five kilometres from the villa. The old town can be traced back to ancient Greece, with thousands of years of history, Venetian architecture, French influences, and English rule. Follow the winding streets to discover fortresses and palaces, Byzantine and Archaeological museums, destination squares, thirty-seven churches and a cathedral, souvenir shops, and a whole host of inviting restaurants, cafes, and bars. Visit Achilleion Palace, once the summer home of Sisi, Elizabeth, Empress of Austria.
Take a trip to Mon Repos Palace, the original summer residence of the King of Greece, and birthplace of the late Prince Philip. Get a taste of Corfu with an olive oil or wine tour, sample the delights, and then take some home with you. If it’s nightlife you are after, many of the beach clubs offer after-sundown sets, top of the list is Pazuzu Club in Glyfada or Fabrica at Acharavi. Party until dawn at the holiday hot spot destinations of Sidari, Acharavi or Kavos, or take a gamble at the Corfu Casino. Venture further afield with a trip to Benitses Bay, where you can take daily boat trips, cruise along the shore, or island hop to Paxoi and Antipaxoi, tiny islets in the Ionian Sea.
Accommodation
The Villa
A 2 storey, detached, six-bed, 7 bath, luxury sea view villa and guest house, with private pool and gardens, sleeps 12
Ground floor
- Open plan living area with access to the pool terrace
- Dining set x 10
- Fully-equipped kitchen
- Breakfast bar, stools
- Guest WC
- Master bedroom with double bed, ensuite shower room, garden access
- Twin/double bed, ensuite shower room
Upper level
- 2x Double bedrooms with ensuite
- Twin bedroom with ensuite
Guest House
Open plan space with a double bed, ensuite shower room, kitchenette, access to the garden
Exterior
- Sea view terrace and gardens
- Swimming pool
- Sun loungers and tables
- Double sun loungers
- Pergola
- Dining set x12
- BBQ
- Bar
- Built-in sea view seating and firepit
Additional facilities
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi
- Swimming pool heated on request and additional cost
- Parking
Services:
- Travel assistance & Concierge services
- Daily services of a Cook preparing breakfast and one main meal
- Daily cleaning & turndown service
- Change of linen twice a week