‘somewhere between calabria and corfu the blue really begin s…you are aware of a change in the heart of things: aware of the horizon begin ning to stain at the rim of the world: aware of islands coming out of the darkness to meet you’.
so begin s lawrence durrell’s 1945 ode to corfu, prospero’s cell. even today, visitors to the island often arrive by sea, approaching from italy in the west, of the greek mainland in the east.
emerging in the early morning sunshine, the pastel-hued houses above corfu town’s old port are a jumble of slim tiers with narrow passages running between them, made brilliant with washing hung out to dry from every balcony like festive bunting. the tall venetian mansions display ancient coats of coloured paint, blurred by successive winters and giving visitors to the town the feeling of stepping into a watercolour painting.
corfu has rightfully earner the title of the music capital of greece because of its hundreds of music associations and dozens of orchestras, bands, opera music events a tradition dating back to 400 years of venetian rule of the island.
the town is centred on a wide tree-lined esplanade called the spianada, whose french arcades echo the rue de rivoli. a drop of britishness is to be found on the noble sweep of this square, which is transformed into a cricket pitch throughout the summer – the world’s only working sports field within a unesco world heritage site.
meanwhile , the corfiot countryside boasts elegiac greenery, unrivalled across greece and contrasting remarkably with the solemn barrenness of the aegean. bathed in brilliant white sunlight throughout the summer months, the winter rains ensure a sublime frondescence across the island, with the inland valleys thickly carpeted with wildflowers, studded with gnarled olive trees and dense groves of stiffly swaying cypresses.
this beautiful stone built villa, wonderfully presented in an exquisite location, will charm from the very first moment you step inside. from the the striking architecture to the sweeping views of the sea and the mainland, mulberry is a home with great visual appeal.
find yourself in complete privacy in a peaceful and tranquil setting, just a short drive from kalami, kouloura and agni, some of the islands most popular destinations.
the outdoors are designed to offer full relaxation whilst enjoying the peace and beauty of the surroundings, with small courtyards and short flights of stone steps connecting the different levels.
shaded terraces along with the invigorating infinity pool, create the ideal setting to enjoy the warm, mediterranean weather and the barbecue area invites you to enjoy the views with a meal at the al-fresco dining area.
relax and soak up the experience while floating in your own private pool enjoying in the endless ocean vistas.
thoughtfully renovated to high standards whilst preserving some of its stunning traditional features, the interiors are equally attractive and beautifully decorated with plenty of rustic elements.
entering from the ground floor, the living space is open plan with high beamed ceilings and fire place in the centre. four large windows wrap around the room, allowing an abundance of light to flow through the spaces.
a large shaded veranda creates the perfect setting to enjoy al fresco meals, whilst being close to the quirky, fully equipped kitchen.
three light filled ensuite bedrooms can be found on the ground floor. large windows in all of them reveal the spectacular panorama of the mediterranean and seamlessly transition through to the impressive outdoor spaces.
an ideal choice for those seeking luxurious but cosy interiors along with wonderful outdoor spaces, in an undeniably idyllic setting.
the buyer of this property is eligible for the greek golden visa program.
