‘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.
Galatia is an impressive sea view villa located close to the palace of in Mon Repo, tastefully designed to offer exquisite views of the mountain and the sea from its large veranda and balconies.
Set in a sought after location, just a short drive from Corfu town, this property is surrounded by gardens with olive trees and fruit trees, all immersed in the splendor of a pristine landscape.
All around, the vegetation is lush and typically Mediterranean; a quiet secluded oasis of relax and tranquility, just a few minutes from the sea.
Galatia is arranged on three levels. The ground floor consists of a large living room with fire place, a refined and elegant dining area and a fully equipped kitchen with all modern appliances. Interiors are bright, wide and carry the same light and fresh atmosphere that can be perceived all around.
The spacious, beautiful veranda leading out to the pool, is perfect for enjoying the peaceful atmosphere that surrounds the house: it provides plenty of shade during the warmest days.
The swimming pool is located in front of the veranda and surrounded by umbrellas and sun beds, as well as a fully equipped bbq area.
Upstairs, there are two double ensuite bedrooms, a twin and a master bedroom with a shared bathroom.
On the lower level, there is an additional bedroom with its own ensuite, as well as a spacious one-bedroom guest apartment. This unit features an independent entrance and is also internally connected to the main villa through a staircase. The apartment is equipped with a fully fitted kitchen, a living room, and a dining room adorned with an open fireplace.
Bright spaces, a welcoming atmosphere and breathtaking views are the main features of this stunning property.
