Pentati Altea, Corfu, Ionia Nisia, Greece

Altea

Pentati Altea, Corfu, Greece

  • CA$1,531,277
  • 4 BEDS
  • 4 BATHS
  • 1,399.31 sq.ft. Home

Altea

Pentati Altea, Corfu, Greece

  • CA$1,531,277
  • 4 BEDS
  • 4 BATHS
  • 1,399.31 sq.ft. Home

Key Facts

  • MLS® #: Altea
  • Property ID: SIRC1567894
  • Original Price: EUR 1,100,000
  • Property Type: Residential, Single Family Detached
  • Living Area¹: 1,399.31 sq.ft.
  • Lot Size¹: 10,903.84 sq.ft.
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 4

Property Description

Set within an olive-covered hillside on Corfu’s west coast, this contemporary four-bedroom residence occupies a position that looks directly across the Ionian Sea towards the horizon beyond. The property is located within walking distance of Paramonas Beach, combining open sunset views with a setting that feels closely connected to the landscape of this quieter part of the island.
The architecture is arranged as two distinct stone-built volumes linked by a glazed passage, a composition that creates a natural separation between the social and private areas of the house while maintaining a strong sense of cohesion throughout. Drawing on the materials and proportions of traditional Corfiot architecture, the residence sits comfortably within its surroundings, with natural stone, generous glazing and simple horizontal lines responding to both the terrain and the coastal setting.
The principal living spaces are positioned to face west, allowing uninterrupted views of the sea and the changing light throughout the day. High ceilings and large openings create a sense of volume and openness, while the interior palette remains restrained and tactile. Natural light moves deep into the house from morning until evening, reinforcing the connection between the interior spaces and the wider landscape beyond.
The kitchen forms part of the main open-plan living area and connects directly to the surrounding terraces, creating a seamless relationship between indoor and outdoor spaces. The layout has been designed to maximise the property's orientation, ensuring that the sea remains a constant presence throughout the principal rooms while maintaining a relaxed and informal flow between the different living areas.
Accommodation is arranged within the second wing of the residence, providing privacy and separation from the main entertaining spaces. The four en-suite bedrooms each maintain a direct relationship with the outdoors through private terraces, garden access or wide openings that frame views of the surrounding landscape. The orientation of the rooms allows natural ventilation to pass through the interiors while capturing the softer light of the western coastline during the afternoon and evening hours.
The exterior spaces extend across a series of terraces that follow the natural contours of the site. The elevated position preserves uninterrupted views across the sea, while the surrounding landscape creates a strong sense of privacy without isolating the property from the coastline below. As the day progresses, the western aspect becomes one of the defining characteristics of the residence, with the changing colours of the sky and sea gradually becoming part of the experience of the house itself.
Despite its peaceful setting, the property remains conveniently positioned for access to nearby villages, beaches and local amenities. The combination of coastal views, architectural restraint and close proximity to the shoreline creates a residence that feels both connected to the landscape and comfortably integrated into the character of Corfu’s west coast.

Amenities

  • Central Air
  • Island
  • Ocean / Beach
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Patio
  • Scenic
  • Terrace

Listing Agents

  • Konstantinos Volikas

    O. +302109681070

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Location

Pentati Altea, Corfu, Ionia Nisia, 49084, Greece

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Area Description

‘Somewhere between Calabria and Corfu, the blue really begins… you are aware of a change in the heart of things: aware of the horizon beginning to stain at the rim of the world: aware of islands coming out of the darkness to meet you’. So begins 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.
In the early morning sunlight, the pastel-hued houses overlook Corfu Town’s historic port. They create a charming medley of slender levels interconnected by narrow alleyways. Laundry hangs from every balcony, resembling vibrant festive bunting swaying in the breeze.
Towering Venetian mansions, bearing ancient coats of colourful paint softened by countless winters, give town visitors the sensation of stepping into a watercolour masterpiece.
Corfu has rightfully earned its reputation as Greece’s music capital
The island boasts a multitude of music associations, orchestras, bands, and a musical tradition dating back 400 years to the Venetian era of the island.
At the heart of the town lies a broad tree-lined promenade known as the Spianada. Elegant French arcades reminiscent of Rue de Rivoli echo through the air. An intriguing British influence can be discovered on this grand square. It transforms into a cricket pitch during the summer, a unique feature as it’s the only operational sports field within a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Meanwhile, the Corfiot countryside showcases a mournful beauty unparalleled across Greece. It contrasts starkly with the stark barrenness of the Aegean. Drenched in brilliant white sunlight during summer, the island undergoes a sublime transformation thanks to winter rains. This causes lush greenery to blanket the inland valleys, which are thickly carpeted with wildflowers and adorned with gnarled olive trees, while dense groves of swaying cypresses punctuate the landscape.
In the sophisticated northeast, known as “Kensington-on-Sea,” you’ll find the finest real estate in Greece. The imposing summer villa of the Rothschild family anchors it. Here, the luxury villa lifestyle reigns supreme. Hillside properties are secluded amidst the landscape, boasting private infinity pools and awe-inspiring sea views. The enigmatic Epirote mountains, crowned in snow, loom mysteriously in the east.

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Greece Sotheby's International Realty
11 Voukourestiou st
Athens, Attiki, 10671
Greece

+30.210.968.1070

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¹The value refers to the total area of living space within a residential structure or the property lot size. All information regarding lot or house size is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and must be verified by the purchaser. Measurement definitions may vary by region.
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