48 Reviews
The Good Family, United KingdomDate of stay: May 2018 We had a wonderful holiday, the villa is perfect for 3 generation family holiday, plenty of space and beautiful views, lots of well-planned eating and seating areas. The village bakery is excellent , walk along the beach and turn up the hill by Spiros boats - left is Nicholas Supermarket (he will deliver your shopping and order fish/meat) Good tavernas we liked Gayetides and Piazza.
Ann G, UKDate of stay: May 2018 This is an amazing villa with all you need for a family holiday with mixed age groups. Lots of lovely shady outside areas and only a few steps down to the beach. We loved everything about the house and it was even better than the photos! It is more than just a stroll along the beach, we found it hard going on the pebbles although there is shingle nearer the villa. Not an ideal beach for very young children. Swimming is excellent and we enjoyed hiring a boat.
Wadstein Family, London, UKDate of stay: August/September 2017 Another fabulous week in this utterly magical villa - we didn't want to leave! Such a beautiful and relaxing location, it has become a very special place for us all. We love this place!!
Macpherson Family, London, UKDate of stay: July 2017 La Famiglia Macpherson, young and old had the most wonderful week at Barbarti Beach House. The house was extremely comfortable and what made the garden very special was the extended terrace which meant the oldies could sit in comfort and peace ( ! ) whilst the young frolicked in the swimming pool. Our dinners in the terrace alcove looking out over the beach were a particularly happy memory. Above all, what made the holiday very special was having Ivor and Asha cooking and serving us. For the working mothers amongst us this was a huge bonus. Our limited exposure to the local stores showed what a relief it was not to have to do our own shopping.
Rima R, KuwaitDate of stay: August 2017 The villa has a great location and the views are breathtaking. However, the service was not up to par. No one received us and no one saw us out. Villa was dusty, especially the beds and bed sheets. Some amenities were missing. Villa is somewhat rundown and needs work. It is mentioned on the website that it can take up to 12 people, but it cannot take more than 10. Some items needed repair, like the A/C in the closed terrace, among others. We couldn't enjoy the view the way we wanted because the humidity was excessive and the A/C was not working well. The person we contacted upon arrival was rude. Next day they delivered some stuff. If the service improves and the villa is fixed in some parts, it will be an excellent property that I would highly recommend. But this is not the case at present. Our Response I am sorry you felt this beautiful old Corfiot house only warranted 3 stars. We are a Villa Rental Company 'Prestige Villas of Corfu' and as with all the island Villa Companies we do not offer a check in or check out service with any of our properties. Clients are independent and are given directions and instructions on how to collect the keys, there is a file packed with information on the villa and area. I am sorry if you felt I was rude when you called our out of hours emergency line very late on Saturday night. You were demanding someone come to the villa to show you around and tell you things like how to turn on the lights. I just tried to explain that nobody was able to come to the villa as it was so late. You called the following day to say the brand new toaster had broken and also that the ladies needed hair driers which we duly replaced and supplied. I am surprised you found the bedding dusty as we had guests check out only that morning and sheets were fresh from the laundry. We do advertise that this property sleeps 12 as we have 2 temporary beds available. I notice though on your reservation through our website you only made a reservation for ten adults hence why these weren't required. You visited Corfu during the unusual heatwave which tested everyone's AC including the Conservatory at Barbati Beach House. I hope despite the three stars you did enjoy your holiday and thank you for taking the time to post your review. Best wishes Jane and the Team
Mary K, Dawes Point, AustraliaDate of stay: June 2017 The villa is absolutely fabulous & in an idyllic location. Perfect for an extended family holiday with grandchildren, in-laws etc. We all loved the pool. Overall it could not have been better. Jane at Prestige was extremely helpful both in the lead up with booking cars etc & any assistance/repairs/recommendations required during our stay. The housekeeper (daily) was wonderful with our chatty 4 year old granddaughter who accompanied her everywhere. Ivor the chef cooked dinner for us a couple of times & the food was great - we were not interested in shopping (other than stocking fridge with basics), cooking, cleaning up. Don't be put off by his website (fine dining). He can do great basic greek food - whatever you ask for. Tips for other travellers Don't waste time in the south of the island. The landscape in the north Is more dramatic. Also, Corfu town is an orgy of tacky souvenir shops. Stay just long enough to see the (obvious) landmarks. It's only half an hour or so from Barbati. Finds: Being of Greek origin I go to great lengths to ferret out the best traditional Greek staples : galactoboureko from Alexi (a hole in the wall but an institution - for locals - in old Corfu town); Choriatiki spanakotiropita from Panetteria around the corner from Alexi's (adjacent to Jennifer b boutique). Only 2 places make their own filo & this is by far the better. Take a supply of both up north. On Barbati beach, Nautilus serves great orange rivani (order a tray to take to the villa) Our best lunch was at Agni taverna - stick to the meze.. they are amazing.. have never had such tender & delicious octopus & calamari or exquisite stuffed sardines. If you go to Old Perithia village, don't leave without buying the local honey (we bought elsewhere in Corfu too but the herbs these bees eat results in mind blowingly distinctive honey)
Campbell Family, UKDate of stay: October 2016 The setting is just magnificent! Such a relaxing, self contained place to re-charge. Couldn't have felt more welcome or looked after....