The Villa Georgia Residence
Perks for the Parents
Classic coastal villa with sweeping views over Avlaki bay and its own stylish infinity pool, set on a peaceful headland in an exclusive corner of north east Corfu. It sleeps 6. The perfect spot for parents seeking a laid-back pace to their vacation with a family-friendly beach, watersports and 2 excellent beach tavernas serving fresh local dishes just minutes’ walk away. The villa also benefits from use of the facilities at the Bella Mare Hotel, including a supervised activity club for kids aged 5-11 during the school holidays, giving parents some well-earned time for themselves. For those in need of a quiet moment, the primary bedroom is set away from the rest and has a large kingsize bed, its own ensuite bathroom and a private balcony and sun terrace from which to soak up the beautiful sea views in peace. Downstairs a huge shaded veranda with chill-out seating, alfresco dining and barbecue area offer plenty more reasons to stay in but for guests who can tear themselves away, there's lots to explore on the doorstep. Local hidden coves and fishing villages are easily accessible by boat - which can be hired direct from Avlaki beach - while the restaurants and cafes of Kassiopi and Agios Stephanos provide more dining options a 5 minute drive away.
Why Kids Love it
Kids get to enjoy the best of both worlds with a private villa and pool as their base but use of the hotel facilities at the Bella Mare when they want them. The supervised kids holiday club offers the opportunity to make some friends while trying out some of the local watersports on offer including stand up paddleboarding and kayaking. The hotel has a large pool and gardens for kids to explore as well as table tennis, a snack bar and access to Avlaki beach which is perfect for both confident swimmers and little paddlers. For downtime, and laid-back days, the villa offers a relaxing space to chill in, with a generous infinity pool perfect for splashing around and watching the boats sailing in and out of the bay below. The large, airy sitting room offers cooling respite from the hottest times of day and comes with a TV and DVD player, ideal for movie screenings. The shaded outdoor terrace with its chill-out seating area is a great space for family games and kids will love having the option of an alfresco barbecue or 2.
Things to Know
Minimum stay: 7 nights, other durations on request. The hosts offer a complimentary infant pack which includes a cot/travel cot, bed guard, highchair, baby-gate, bottle steriliser, baby bath, non-slip bath mat and potty. This can be requested at time of booking. Car hire, child seats and booster seats are available for an additional charge on request. Please note that there is an ungated pool which younger children should be supervised around. Bath and pool towels are included in the rental. There is no bath tub at the property but there is an ensuite shower in each bedroom. There is air conditioning in the bedrooms and WiFi throughout. A washing machine, ironing facilities and barbecue are included. Villa guests benefit from a discount on kayaks and SUPs hired from Avlaki Boats adjacent to the Bella Mare Hotel grounds. Bella Mare’s programme of complimentary children’s activities are available during the summer holiday period - the host can confirm dates at time of booking. The host’s concierge team can additionally help arrange in-house chefs/catering, babysitting/childcare services, airport transfers and taxi bookings.
About the Location
The villa is located in one of the most desirable spots of north east Corfu, benefitting from an elevated hillside location on the verdant headland above Avlaki bay. Corfu is blessed with many sandy, shallow beaches - ideal for little paddlers. Avalaki beach is the villa’s closest with tavernas and local boat/watersports hire, just 5 minutes walk away. The nearest shop is 3 minutes drive (local shopping delivery can usually be arranged, minimum spend required). Kassiopi which has a good offering of tavernas, bars, shops and a bakery is 5 minutes’ drive away while Agios Stephanos has a sandy beach with tavernas and shops and is 8 minutes by car. Palaiokastritsa beach, one of the most popular with families, is 55 minutes by car. For thrill-seekers, Aqualand Corfu water park with various flumes and tube rides is 1 hours’ drive away. Corfu town with its old and new fortresses is 50 minutes’ drive away as is the island’s airport.
Accommodation Details
This property has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms set over 2 floors. The spacious ground floor of the villa is light and open-plan. The living area comes with comfy sofas, TV, DVD and CD player as well as a feature fireplace and sweeping glass doors onto the outside terrace. Through a open archway is the neighbouring dining/fully-equipped kitchen area including a microwave and dishwasher, a dining table for 6 and direct access on to the veranda. There are 2 twin bedrooms on this floor, with 2 large singlesize beds in each, terrace access and an ensuite shower room in 1 of the bedrooms. For convenience, there is an additional shower room opposite the twin bedroom without an ensuite. Upstairs on the first floor is the primary bedroom with a kingsize bed, an ensuite shower room and a private balcony and sun terrace overlooking Avlaki bay on two sides. The garden space comprises of a large, shaded outdoor terrace with dining table seating 6, a chill out sofa set and steps leading down to a sun terrace with sun-loungers and a 5m x 8m infinity pool, surrounded by lush coastal plants.
Style Notes
Room(s) with a view. This simple yet elegant villa offers stylish, laid-back living by the sea with classic columns and sweeping veranda space complimented by chic shutters, terracotta roofing and a prettily paved sun terrace. Interiors are light, airy and comfortable with modern floor to ceiling glass windows pulling in the coastal views from every angle. Outside, the villa is surrounded by nature with verdant Mediterranean planting winding down to the azure bay and the tree clad hills beyond, creating a peaceful hideaway. The shaded terrace and inviting infinity pool are the ultimate relaxation spots, perfectly perched for watching passing boats sail around the pretty headland. We love the additional privacy of the primary bedroom here, set away from the rest of the house on a floor of its own, with large glass picture windows and doors, and a balcony/ sun terrace all to itself for enjoying the magnificent coastal views from all sides.
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Pet-friendly
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Corfu, Greek Islands
Families, and other animals
The island of Corfu is where Gerald Durrell began his great love of animals - and the geckos, fish, insects and clear waters that he loved are still very much in evidence today. It’s not completely the same - tourist-focused strips in the north can get very busy and noisy - but beyond them you can still find quiet beaches, stone villages and plenty of sunshine for all the family. Don’t miss Corfu’s beautiful old town, or eating fresh fish in a waterfront taverna.
