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.
introducing eudora, a captivating villa nestled on the picturesque island of corfu, where panoramic views of the ionian sea await. this stylish and elegant home boats 6 en-suite bedrooms and 450sqm of luxury living space. upon entering the villa, you will be greeted by an ornate staircase and massive windows that provide an open and airy atmosphere, beautifully capturing the natural light and views of the surrounding landscape.
the interior of the house is pristine and elegant, with six spacious and tastefully decorated en-suite bedrooms. each of the six bedrooms has their own unique design, including private balconies and separate air conditioning and heating systems in order to regulate each rooms’ climate to taste. this makes eudora a perfect home in every season.
the spacious, light filled living room is equipped with sonos speakers that ensure brilliant sound, making your favorite music come to life. the state of the art, fully equipped kitchen is located in the heart of the home and will please even the most demanding of cooks.
an integrated mesh network ensures that starlink’s super-fast internet is available everywhere in the house.
with a large pool and beautifully landscaped gardens, eudora is an ideal oasis to escape and relax, and the large terrace with a dining table is the perfect spot to enjoy a meal while taking in the breathtaking views of the bay and the sea. the outdoor barbecue facilities provide a great opportunity to gather family and friends for some delicious meals, to be enjoyed under the cover of the romantic gazebo draped in grape vines.
for endless entertainment options, head down to the middle level of the villa where you can play a game of giant chess with your guests, or enjoy a film in the state of the art cinema room with professional theatre seats, a 100inch screen and surround sound.
the villa’s fully-equipped gym is perfect for those who want to maintain their fitness routine. fully renovated with no expenses spared, this home is the epitome of luxurious living.
