Villa Melpomeni | Kassiopi

*DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE ON REQUEST FOR MAY, SEPTEMBER & OCTOBER*
An elegant, seven bedroom Villa which sleeps 15 guests but can comfortably accommodates up to 20 guests. This beautifully finished villa with stunning views is located just a stones throw from the beach and is perfect for those clients seeking space, pampering and luxury. Also available is the adjacent Villa Calypso which extends the accommodation by a further 4 bedrooms.
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Located on the fabled North East coastline of this beautiful Greek Island. Built on a hillside, just above the fishing village of Kassiopi. Villa Melpomeni has the rare combination of being in a rural, secluded and private location yet within a few minutes walk of beautiful beaches, wonderful sea swimming and the pretty harbour and amenities of Kassiopi.

The owners of Melpomeni built this beautiful house recently. Having brought up their family in a lovely, rambling home high in the hills, they wanted their dream home to be nearer the sea, and within walking distance of the village and beach.

They achieved this by finding a beautiful secluded location on a hillside just above the village of Kassiopi, dominated by the remains of the 13th century Roman fortress. It enjoys lovely coastline views both north and south to the Avlaki headland and Kaparelli Island. Melpomeni was built from locally quarried stone, to ensure that despite its newness, the house would merge into its natural surroundings of stone clad landscape of maquis, olives, and spear like cypresses, in Spring and Autumn carpeted with pink cyclamen.

The fact the house was built on a steep hillside meant the owners could create the living areas on the higher level, making the most of its fantastic views. Internal steps lead down to bedrooms on the lower ground level, all with terraces leading to the pool and garden area.

The huge area of sitting room, leading to the enormous kitchen and dining room, all cleverly combine to make an amazing living space. A TV room for “vegging out”, and a separate office with wifi, and computer ensures a private space for teenagers or the city executive!

Aspiring chefs will love the very well equipped super large kitchen and breakfast area. The owner, who is herself a competent cook, fitted an electric AGA Rangemaster and a separate larder provides extra storage. The unusually spacious bedrooms (with extra wide beds), all enjoy an en -suite bath and shower- room, each with its own terrace.

Outside, the surrounding leisure and entertainment area is where much of the day will be spent, the spectacular 17m pool providing the focal point. At opposite ends of the pool are the two pretty guest cottage with en-suite shower rooms. There is a well equipped gym, for those who wanted to keep their waistlines in shape and table tennis for added friendly competition.

From the pool, the terraced, garden area slopes down to the track which leads guests either to lovely Soukia bay 2 minutes walk, with it’s beach and crystal clear waters, or to the village of Kassiopi, which is no more than 8 minutes walk away.

Melpomeni is a more than a comfortable holiday home and will suite for all ages and all requirements. An adult group just wanting to relax out of season, will enjoy the walk into the village for fresh bread in the morning, and a cappuccino whilst reading the newly arrived papers. Whilst a car is recommended it is by no means essential.

Those who don’t want to rely on a car can truly enjoy the location, early risers enjoying the walk into Kassiopi to buy still hot fresh bread from the baker. Boat hire is a must, and the best way to explore the beautiful coastline. From Melpomeni it is an easy trip to one of the pretty waterside tavernas on the North East coastline, enjoying a long lunch, stopping on the way back for a swim and siesta in a gorgeous deserted cove.

In early summer, wild flowers still proliferate, a time for walking, and exploring. In the high summer months, unlike the shores of other fashionable Mediterranean resorts, the area still remains relatively peaceful, slipping into the Autumn, long Indian summer days, a warm sea, and cooler nights.

For those with children of all ages during school holidays, Melpomeni will meet everybodys expectations. Teenagers love Kassiopi with its friendly bars and relatively unsophisticated night life, meaning that parents too can relax, knowing that their children can easily (and safely) walk back to the house.
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Finally, to sit on the candlelit terrace at dusk, with the twinkling lights of Kassiopi below, and the floodlit ruins of the centuries old Roman castle silhouetted against the mysterious shapes of the distant Albanian mountains, is when the property is at its most beautiful. Looking up at a starlit sky, perhaps listening to the soft hoot of Gerald Durrells beloved Scops owl breaking the silence, is truly magical.
Indeed, when its Southern Italian owner reminisced about her native country, she said it would not be difficult to imagine oneself on the Amalfi coast!

Melpomeni is a recommended home for an unforgettable stay on the beautiful North-east coast of Corfu this summer.

Steps lead down to lower ground floor:
2 x Twin bedroom bath/shower-room en suite.
3 x Double bedrooms with bath/shower room en-suite. Laundry room.
1 x 3 bedded Guest Cottage (3 singles) by the pool with shower room/w.c.
1 x Double Guest Cottages by the pool with shower room/w.c.

*If further accommodation is required, sofa beds or good quality single fold-up beds can be provided.

ACCOMMODATION:
Large sitting room with open fireplace
Dining room.
Kitchen/breakfast room
All rooms with French doors leading to the terrace.
TV and “vegging out” room.
Office.
Guest cloakroom.
FACILITIES
Table tennis
Wifi.
Computer.
Kitchen: AGA Rangemaster, American fridge with icemaker, cooled drinking water. Wine cooler. Microwave, dishwasher. Coffee machine.
Gym:
Power plate
Exercise bike
E.stride stepper with ski action
Treadmil
Laundry room: Two washing machines, tumble dryer.
Bathrooms: Hand basin, w.c., bath. Walk-in shower, each with fixed “rose” shower-head, and separate hand shower.
Bedrooms: Egyptian cotton sheets, two pillows per person (anti-allergen/feather and down)
Hairdryer in each bedroom
Security safe for jewelry, passports etc

TECHNICAL
Telephone (open on an honesty basis for local calls and emergencies only)
International TV: 42” Samsung in TV room. TV’s in all bedrooms.
DVD
Music: CD player.
Dolby Surround sound in sitting room and TV room.
IPOD docking station.
(Guests are recommended to bring their own selection of DVD’s and CDs).
Air conditioning
Mosquito screens throughout

POOL AREA
Pool: 17mx7m. 2m depth throughout. One end with flat, shallow child area (internal drop). Wide steps into pool
Outside: dining/sunbathing area, sunbeds, umbrellas, pool towels,
BBQ, drinks fridge

​LOCAL AMENITIES
Kassiopi 10 minutes walk
Beach (Soukia) 2 minute walk
Supermarkets, bakery (Drinks can be delivered to the house by a local supplier: details on booking)
Bars, restaurants, tavernas, nightlife.
Boat Hire: Kassiopi (mooring either Kassiopi or Soukia Bay)
Restaurants at St Stephano, Agni, Kouloura: 15/20 mins car or boat.
14th Century Heritage site of Old Perithia: 30 minutes.
Water skiing (including tuition) at Kalami: 15/20 mins car or boat
Sailing, windsurfing, horse- riding at Avlaki: 10 minutes car.
Golf: Ropa Valley, 50 minutes drive.
World Heritage Site of Corfu Town (Kerkyra): Historical interest, ie St Spiridon Church, Palace of St Michael and St George, Citadel and New Fort, Mon Repos. Restaurants, shops including jewelry, ceremics, leatherware

RENTAL INCLUDES:
Housekeeping Service: 6 hours a day
Linen change: twice a week
All running costs: to include air conditioning
Arrival night shopping service
Bathroom products
Chef on Request

Not included:

Personal laundry Payable locally.
Food and drink Payable locally

Is this area suitable for me?

Beach – Pebble/Shingle
Restaurants & Bars – Yes plenty along the high street, surrounding the harbour and around the headland
Boat Hire – Yes with Filippos Boats
Supermarkets – Plenty of small supermarkets & mini-markets
‘Highlights’ – Picturesque harbour, great choice of restaurants and an upmarket nightlife

Probably the most famous of the prestigious North East coastal resorts, Kassiopi has become a firm favourite holiday destination for upmarket families looking for a luxury villa holiday in a desirable area. Due to the lack of sandy beaches along this stretch of coastline large mass market hotels have avoided the area and have, the bucket and spade tourists. The area has maintained it’s upmarket status and attracts many A list celebrities & VIPs, many of whom have their own properties discreetly hidden behind many electric gate. The centre of town, or village for that matter has a long pedestrianised high street lined with beach boutiques and souvenir shops, a great choice of tavernas and cocktail bars. The highlight of this picture postcard village is the harbour area where one can take a boat trip down the coast with either one of the organised trips or if you’re feeling confident then hire your own small boat from Filippos Boats one of the islands longest established boat hire company. Popular restaurants in Kassiopi include Trilogia a romantic setting beneath the ancient castle and The Old School House which has recently located down by the harbour from Porta.