Kontokali Princessa, Corfu, Ionia Nisia, Greece

Princessa

Kontokali Princessa, Corfu, Greece

  • Price on request
  • 5 BEDS
  • 5 BATHS

Princessa

Kontokali Princessa, Corfu, Greece

  • Price on request
  • 5 BEDS
  • 5 BATHS

Key Facts

  • MLS® #: Princessa
  • Property ID: SIRC3160683
  • Original Price: Price on request
  • Property Type: Residential, Single Family Detached
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 5

Property Description

Princessa feels like a fairytale made real on the majestic island of Corfu. A historic property in a breathtaking location.


The villa gained fame as the enchanting backdrop for the acclaimed British TV series “The Durrells,” artfully capturing the essence of the Durrell family’s idyllic life in 1930s Corfu.


Dating back to 1750, once a vigilant defender of the Venetian Port and just a few kilometers from the UNESCO town of Corfu, this extraordinary waterfront property in Kontokali is a complete delight. A blend of timeless charm, modern indulgence and an air of serenity that transports you through a dreamlike experience. The villa’s 300 years of heritage add a layer of richness and depth, inviting guests to immerse themselves in its captivating story.


The villa’s design, shaped by centuries of history, effortlessly merges with the vast expanse of nature that surrounds it – boundless space, shimmering waters, a dream ”coastal” garden and the refreshing air or a different era. The estate offers delightful discoveries at every turn, including two pathways that lead to a picturesque pebble and shingle nigh private beach, just a stone’s throw away from its enchanting sea gates, its newly added pool and a tennis court.


Ground Floor:
A majestic entrance leads to an elegant reception room adorned with high ceilings and original tiled floors. The Rotonda dining room offers mesmerising bay views and a French veranda door for delightful al fresco dining. Explore the terrace with its breathtaking sea panoramas. The bathroom, graced with a marble bathtub from Empress Elizabeth of Austria’s summer residence. The kitchen features vintage cabinetry, modern appliances, and an ivy-shaded outdoor dining area.


First Floor:
One double bedroom, with an adjoining Amaryllis drawing room and a shower room with beach views. The second, offers en-suite facilities and sweeping vistas of the Ionian Sea.


Second Floor:
Three double-twin bedrooms each boasting en-suite shower rooms. The gardens showcase the diverse beauty of Corfu, with old stone pines and lush flora.


Exterior:
The estate is graced with beautifully maintained gardens, featuring a variety of trees, plants, and outdoor activities. Savour outdoor al fresco dining rand enjoy sunrise breakfasts on the east-facing terrace. The estate’s 200m shoreline beckons for sea glass hunting and snorkelling in the Posidonia meadows, a thriving marine ecosystem.


Recreational Gardens:
Guests can enjoy the tennis court and pool, offering the ideal balance between relaxation and physical activity.


Lastly, Princessa comes with a dedicated team, including a house manager, maid, breakfast cook, caretaker and gardener.

Amenities

  • Bay
  • Bay View
  • Beach Resort
  • Boating
  • Casino / Gambling
  • Cycling
  • Gardens
  • Golf
  • Historic
  • Island
  • Jogging/Bike Path
  • Ocean / Beach
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Privacy
  • Resort
  • River View
  • Scenic
  • Tennis
  • Tennis Court(s)
  • Terrace
  • Water View

Listing Agents

  • Violetta Sacharidou

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Location

Kontokali Princessa, Corfu, Ionia Nisia, 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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