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Stefania

Acharavi, Corfu

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Accommodation

At a glance

  1. Sleeps 4
  2. 1 Double Bedroom
  3. 1 Twin Bedroom
  4. 2 Bathrooms
  5. Air Conditioning
  6. WiFi
  7. Beach 1.5km
  8. Tavernas 1.5km
  • Ground Floor: Open plan living/dining room (A/C, Smart TV, DVD, WiFi). Galley-style kitchen (oven, microwave,dishwasher). Twin bedroom (A/C) with en suite shower room and doors to pool terrace.
  • First Floor: Double bedroom (A/C) with en suite shower room and balcony.
  • Basement: Utility area (washing machine).
  • Outside: In-built barbecue. Sun terrace. Shower. Private parking.
  • Private swimming pool (7m x 4m) with designated children's section (2.4m x 2.3m).

Relaxing at Stefania is pure pleasure. From the private pool, terraces and balcony a sweeping panorama can be admired over olive trees to the outskirts of Acharavi, the beautiful blue Ionian Sea and the distant mountains of Albania looming gracefully through the heat haze. This is a lovely location in which to escape from everyday hurly-burly, perfect for immersing yourself in the gentle pace of island life whilst at the same time remaining within very easy distance of gorgeous beaches and excellent amenities.

Architect designed, furnished with style and decorated with a deft touch this attractive property flows gracefully over two levels. Heart of the home is the open plan living/dining area where a vaulted wooden ceiling, sympathetic colour scheme and large sliding glass doors on one side combine to make this a bright, airy and welcoming space.

Both the good-size balcony off the living area and the spacious pool terrace make lovely locations in which to enjoy a breakfast coffee, lunchtime salad, evening barbecue... or just a cooling drink at any time of the day.

Surely appealing to non-swimmers and younger party members alike, a dedicated shallow section has been incorporated into the private pool, further evidence of the thought and care invested in Stefania by the charming local owners.

The north eastern coastline of Corfu is renowned for the great choice of family-friendly beaches on offer (many flying a coveted Blue Flag for quality and cleanliness) and Stefania is perfectly placed for exploring with Astrakeri (4km), Almyros (3.5km), Agios Spyridonas (7km) and Apraos (7.5km) being some of the most attractive and easily reached.

Both Acharavi (1.5km) and Roda (1.5km) are just a few minutes’ drive, each with its own inviting beach as well as an excellent range of amenities that incudes supermarkets, shops, local kafenions and numerous tempting tavernas. A seven kilometre coastal path stretches all the way from Roda to Acharavi and on to Almyros, passing a salt lake and nature reserve before ending at Agios Spyridon and the Bay of Molos.

Informally considered the capital of northern Corfu, the once tiny fishing village of Kassiopi (12.5km) has grown to become an interesting ‘town of two halves’; the vibrant main street abuzz with shops, cafes and an energetic nightlife together with a more laid back harbour area where several atmospheric tavernas look out to a well preserved Byzantine fort. Just around the peninsula from here, the Blue Flag beach of Kalamionas, and smaller coves of Pepitos and Kanoni, all have (yet more!) extremely inviting, crystal clear waters.

  • Please note: The twin beds can be placed together and prepared as a double on request – please ask at time of booking.
  • In combination with nearby sister property Olivia, Stefania would be a great choice for larger families or a group of friends wishing to holiday together whilst retaining individual space and privacy.
  • Property licence number: 1017710

Pricing & Availability

Additional Pricing Information

All Prices are per property, not per person.

Please note: The Greek Government has introduced a Climate Tax which is payable by guests staying in hotels and other properties. For villas the nightly charge is a flat rate of €1.5 (£1.32) per night, per villa. For your convenience we will add this amount to your booking, rather than you having to pay it in resort.

Location of Stefania

Locality

Great Things to Do Near Stefania

Sail on a glass bottom boat

Leaving Paleokastritsa daily over the main season, you'll see amazing undersea wonders, visit incredible caves close to Ermones that can only be accessed from the water, and enjoy an afternoon on Paradise Beach - a huge expanse of white sand/shingle beach and aquamarine sea also only accessible by boat.

Visit Lake Korission at the southern tip of the island

Go for a walk around the lake, watch the windsurfers just off the huge expanse of golden sandy beach, and explore the nearby Gardiki castle – a busy day out for all the family. And right on your doorstep too!

The Big Red Bus

Drive down to Corfu Town and pick up the Big Red Bus from the port. This relatively new service is an open-topped, 'Hop On / Hop Off' bus that takes you on a guided tour all around Corfu Town and the outlying areas. It's a great way to see and hear about the Town's history and highlights.

Blue Flag beaches

See how many beaches with 'blue flag' certification you can swim at during your stay, an ideal way of discovering the area and experiencing the diversity of the island, whilst having a lot of fun at the same time.

Boat trip to 3 islands (Diapondia) off the north coast

Erikousa, Mathraki and Othoni are three very quiet and completely uncommercial islands lying 11 nautical miles off the north coast of Corfu. This trip in a caique usually departs from the resort of Sidari, takes about one hour and is well worth the trip. You can have lunch on one of the islands, and the photo opportunities are brilliant.

Play a round of golf

You'll find the island's 18-hole golf course close to Ermones on the Ropa Valley (west of Corfu Town). This excellent course (one of only half a dozen in all of Greece!) was created by the British during their time of occupation.

The bitesize Archeological Museum

This little gem is small but magnificent! You won't get museum indigestion here as it is quite small, but very well laid-out, with a couple of real highlights which are as good as anything we've seen in the whole of Greece on many trips in the past. It is air-conditioned which makes it a lovely place on a very hot day - cool off as a culture vulture!

Read 'My family and other animals'

Gerald Durrell's semi-autobiographical book was based on his family's experiences of living in Corfu in the late 1930s, and his fascination with the natural world and wildlife around him. It is set in the area of Vigla, Kalami, Kouloura and he writes about the carpets of cyclamen found in the spring in the area walking up from Kalami to Vigla.

Visit the place where Prince Philip was born

Mon Repos, the birthplace of Prince Philip can be found a short 20-minute walk away from the town centre of Corfu. The walk to and from the palace of Mon Repos along the Garitsa Bay is delightful. On arriving into Mon Repos you will be amazed at the lush gardens and the grandness of this royal abode where the Greek royal family used to spend their annual vacations in the early part of the last century.

Saddle up and explore!

There are two horse riding schools along the north-east coast of Corfu, one at Avlaki (Avlaki Horse Riding School) and one at Ano Korakiana (TrailRiders Corfu). Easier rides are available for beginners and children, whilst those with experience will be taken on more demanding rides, through the olive groves and along the beach.

Visit another country - Albania!

There are organised day trips to this fascinating country, which are well worth the cost involved, to experience the culture of a country that is still completely un-commercialised. You can purchase tickets directly from the Ionian cruises office in the old harbour in Corfu town.

Try canoeing or kayaking

For beginners, Corfu is the ideal place if interested in sea-canoeing and kayaking as rental shops dot most of the popular beaches, while more confident and experienced sports buffs can explore the island's stunning shoreline independently.

Visit Halikounas

The long stretch of Halikounas' sandy beach protects Lake Korission from the sea. The lake is haven for over one hundred species of bird life. A small wooden bridge crosses the point where the lake flows into the sea and leads to a forest of cedar and juniper trees and then to Agios Georgios beach. Halikounas beach has soft sand dunes, safe shallow swimming and is a popular spot for kite surfers. There is no beachfront building though there is a taverna nearby.

Photos ops from the Old Fort

One of the island's principal attractions, Corfu's Old Fort, otherwise known as Paleo Frourio, has served to protect Corfu Town throughout various historical conflicts. Construction began in the 8th century but later modifications included the Venetians adding a moat in the 16th century and the British adding various buildings inside the fort such as the church during the 19th century. Magnificent views over the city are available from the top of the fort.

Explore the north-east coast by boat

Hire a boat for the day to explore the beautiful north-east coast, probably the prettiest coastline here on the island. You can stop off in any number of little coves that can only be discovered by sea, go for a swim or try some snorkelling, before heading to one of the bays (Agni, Kalami or San Stefanos) for a spot of lunch.

Sunset at Peroulades

Take a late afternoon drive towards Sidari and you will come to Peroulades, a small village set way up high on the cliff tops overlooking Loggas Beach. Here you will find the well-known Cafe Bar called 7th Heaven, perched right on the cliff edge. The bar's terrace extends onto a glass platform where you can gaze straight down to the sea and the cliff face beneath your feet - if you dare! Then finish off the evening with a cooling drink watching the sunset over the Ionian Sea.

Nearby

Towns/Villages

Acharavi Town 5 mins 
Roda 5 mins 
Acharavi Town 15 mins 
Roda 15 mins 
Kassiopi 20 mins 
Corfu 1 Hr 10 mins 

Beaches

Acharavi 5 mins 
Roda 5 mins 
Almyros Beach 10 mins 
Astrakeri 15 mins 
Aghios Spyridonas 15 mins 
Roda 15 mins 
Apraos 20 mins 
Kalamionas 20 mins 
Kanoni 25 mins 

Airports

Corfu 1 Hr 10 mins 

ports

Corfu 45 mins 
Times are approximate

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