′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 <a href=〞https://sothebysrealty.gr/blog/fairy-tale-island/〞>lawrence durrell′s</a> 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.
in the early morning sunlight, the pastel-hued houses overlook corfu town′s historic port. they create a charming medley of slender levels interconnected by narrow alleyways. laundry hangs from every balcony, resembling vibrant festive bunting swaying in the breeze.
towering <a href=〞https://sothebysrealty.gr/blog/the-eclectic-elegant-architecture-of-corfu-island〞>venetian mansions</a>, bearing ancient coats of colourful paint softened by countless winters, give town visitors the sensation of stepping into a watercolour masterpiece.
<blockquote>corfu has rightfully earned its reputation as <a href=〞https://sothebysrealty.gr/blog/opera-under-the-moonlight-in-corfu〞>greece′s music capital</a></blockquote>
the island boasts a multitude of music associations, orchestras, bands, and a musical tradition dating back 400 years to the venetian era of the island.
at the heart of the town lies a broad tree-lined promenade known as the <strong>spianada</strong>. elegant french arcades reminiscent of rue de rivoli echo through the air. an intriguing british influence can be discovered on this grand square. it transforms into a cricket pitch during the summer, a unique feature as it′s the only operational sports field within a <strong>unesco world heritage site</strong>.
meanwhile , the corfiot countryside showcases a mournful beauty unparalleled across greece. it contrasts starkly with the stark barrenness of the aegean. drenched in brilliant white sunlight during summer, the island undergoes a sublime transformation thanks to winter rains. this causes lush greenery to blanket the inland valleys, which are thickly carpeted with wildflowers and adorned with gnarled olive trees, while dense groves of swaying cypresses punctuate the landscape.
in the sophisticated northeast, known as “kensington-on-sea,” you’ll find the finest real estate in greece. the imposing summer villa of the rothschild family anchors it. here, the luxury villa lifestyle reigns supreme. hillside properties are secluded amidst the landscape, boasting private infinity pools and awe-inspiring sea views. the enigmatic epirote mountains, crowned in snow, loom mysteriously in the east.
property market:
seafront villas for sale in corfu are considered the pinnacle of luxury real estate in greece. corfu real estate is the oldest and most established luxury property market in greece, trendy for the savvy international sophisticated buyers looking for both a heritage and a lifestyle real estate investment in the mediterranean at a fraction of the acquisition cost of other popular destinations in southern europe. those rare seafront jewels are priced on average at €12,000 per sq.m. offering property collectors significant quality to their real estate portfolio and a solid long-term investment. these properties are mainly located on the northern east coast of the island, on a stretch of lush greenery and turquoise waters called kensington by the sea. equally appealing, corfiot inland offers fine examples of old-times aristocracy mansions starting at €6,000 per sq.m. while apartments in the city are a popular solution for an entry-level investment in luxury real estate.
This exceptional villa is located in St. Spyridon, on the northeastern coastline of Corfu, and benefits from stunning sea views and close proximity to two beautiful private beaches.
The property measures 360 sqm and is set out over three levels. The lower ground floor features a double garage with electric doors, storage room, gym, games room with pool table and double bedroom with private bathroom and shower room.
On the ground floor are the main living areas with a large open plan kitchen/ dining/living room with verandah doors opening out onto three large terraces. Steps leads down to the garden and the heated infinity-style swimming pool. There is a further double bedroom and bathroom on this floor.
The top floor reveals two more double bedrooms with two bathrooms and jacuzzi plus a children’s bedroom with its own en-suite bathroom. All rooms have access to covered verandas or balconies, with uninterrupted sea views.
The property also boasts a lift, sauna, interior pool, outdoors jacuzzi, central heating, full air conditioning and an open fireplace. The villa has been designed to create as much privacy as possible, and has been fully fenced with automatic gates at the front entrance. The mature garden has been thoughtfully developed with colourful flowers and perennial shrubs, whilst a large lawn is maintained via an underground automatic irrigation system and is shade by many trees. The gardens also features a gazebo ideal for al fresco dining and a stone BBQ.
The villa was completed in 2005 and has been constructed to very high standards with exceptional quality of materials used throughout. The selling price includes all furniture, of which an inventory can be given upon request.
