Oliva Cove
Oliva Cove Kalamaki, Corfu, Greece
- 193,750.39 sq.ft. Land
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- Oliva Cove
Key Facts
- MLS® #: Oliva Cove
- Property ID: SIRC3160992
- Original Price: EUR 2,900,000
- Property Type: Lots & Land, Land - Agricultural (Not Zoned)
- Lot Size¹: 193,750.39 sq.ft.
- Listed By:
- Spyros Analytis
Property Description
Oliva Cove comprises 18,000 sqm (193,750 sq.ft.) of seafront land on the northeast coast of Corfu, positioned directly above Kalamaki Beach and facing the Ionian Sea. The plot enjoys uninterrupted views across the water towards the mountains of the mainland, with a gentle topography that descends naturally towards the shoreline and creates a series of elevated vantage points across the bay.
The land combines scale, privacy and direct access to the coast within one of Corfu’s most established residential settings. Its elevated position allows for wide sea views throughout the property, while the orientation captures the changing character of the Ionian from first light onwards. The relationship between the site and the shoreline below remains immediate, creating a strong connection to the sea without compromising privacy.
The size and configuration of the plot provide considerable flexibility for future development. There is ample space to position a substantial residence, guest accommodation and outdoor living areas while maintaining a sense of openness across the wider property. The natural contours of the terrain lend themselves to an architectural approach that follows the landscape, taking advantage of the changing elevations and uninterrupted sightlines across the water.
Kalamaki Beach is known for its broad sandy shoreline and calm, shallow waters, qualities that have long contributed to the appeal of this stretch of coastline. Despite the peaceful atmosphere, traditional villages, waterfront tavernas, small harbours and everyday amenities remain within easy reach, while Corfu Town and the international airport are comfortably accessible.
The scale of the land, its direct waterfront position and the openness of the surrounding coastline create a setting where future architecture can respond naturally to the landscape rather than dominate it. As the afternoon light moves across the bay, the sea becomes the defining element of the view, extending uninterrupted towards the horizon beyond.
Amenities
- Island
- Waterfront
Listing Agents
- Spyros Analytis
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Oliva Cove Kalamaki, Corfu, Ionia Nisia, 49084, Greece
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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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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.