Villa Electra

The amazing Villa Electra is a substantial property that is ideal for large groups of friends or family, especially if they have something special to celebrate! It comes with eight bedrooms sleeping sixteen guests in luxurious comfort. There are extra beds in some of the rooms so in total the villa can sleep up to twenty three guests.

Villa Electra enjoys a fabulous location in the hills above Gouvia. It is just 2km from the charming village of Temploni and 3km from the centre of Gouvia. In just a few minutes you can be relaxing on sensational beaches, hopping on a boat to explore Corfu's wonderful coastline or dining in glorious style while watching the sun set over the sea. Villa Electra enjoys the most fabulous panoramic views over Gouvia's smart marina, the deep blue sea and over to Corfu Town. The charming resort of Gouvia is a delightful former fishing village. It boasts its stunning contemporary marina, a touch of culture, a fantastic choice of restaurants and bars and an 18th century shipyard which in still mostly intact. The UNESCO World Heritage site, Corfu Town, is only 11km away offering ancient monuments, gorgeous architecture, boutique shopping and a fantastic dining scene.

Villa Electra is modern, bright and airy. It is drenched in natural light through floor-to-ceiling glass doors to almost every room. On the ground floor, it boasts a huge open plan living space with sumptuous sofas enjoying the views and a television as well as a couple of accent chairs that sit beside a contemporary fire for winter months. Huge artworks hang on the walls and a shiny marbled floor leads through to the elegant formal dining area. Here you will find a giant table and comfy dining chairs for twenty guests. Doors open from the living areas to the terrace and swimming pool bringing the outside in. The professional style kitchen offers every appliance you could wish for including a range cooker, built-in oven and hotplates. It is a social space with a central island so other guests can keep the chefs in your group company. There is an additional utility room for laundry and extra wine storage. The first of the bedrooms is also on the ground floor, a very impressive double room which boasts a dreamy dressing area, a luxury ensuite bathroom with a whirlpool bath and direct access to the pool terrace.

A red carpet leads the way up the grand staircase to the first floor. You will discover a second living area with access to a huge balcony and astonishing views as well as four double bedrooms. Each of these are heavenly, spacious rooms, all with immaculate ensuite bathrooms. Two of the rooms enjoy sea view balconies. The second floor is home to an astonishing master suite with a luxury marble bathroom with his and hers sinks, a shower and jacuzzi bath, a dressing area and a lounge area. The suite also enjoys a giant private veranda where you can relax, enjoy some pre-dinner drinks and enjoy the mesmerising panorama. The remaining two bedrooms are found in a separate annex. They are studio apartments with a living area, small kitchen and a bathroom so these are perfect for those who might enjoy a little private time.

Villa Electra sits in a fabulous walled plot with lush gardens, a pretty duck pond with a waterfall, towering trees, an astounding entertainment terrace and a beautiful 14m x 10m swimming pool. The lawns are perfect for family games and the pool is amazing for cooling off after a long sun drenched day on the beach. The terrace offers a sun deck lined with sun loungers, a huge gazebo with a stylish alfresco lounge area with bench seating and masses of cushions and a second gazebo for alfresco dining and further alfresco lounging. Your barbecue masters will enjoy themselves preparing a delicious feast on the barbecue. There is also a table tennis table for some friendly fun and a pool table inside.

The managers of Villa Electra are incredible. They will provide drinks and fruit on arrival and are happy to help with supermarket deliveries, cocktail sessions, transfers, excursions, meals out and taxis.

Features

Ground Floor (Pool level)

• A spacious lounge/dining room of approximately 100sq.m with French doors leading to the terrace and swimming pool
• Professional style kitchen with coffee maker, dishes, utensils, dishwasher, microwave, oven, pantry items, refrigerator, hob and toaster
• Utility room offering additional storage for wine and washing machine
• Bedroom 1. Double bedroom with a dressing room and en suite bathroom, luxurious fitted with a whirlpool bath and twin sinks. The room has glass sliding doors which lead directly onto the pool terrace

First Floor

• Main hallway offer additional seating with large glass doors leaning onto two veranda which benefit from the stunning view.
• Bedroom 2. Double bedroom with en suite bathroom and access to sea-view veranda
• Bedroom 3. Double bedroom with en suite bathroom and access to sea-view veranda
• Bedroom 4. Double bedroom with en suite bathroom currently fitted as an office/music room and is completely sound-proofed
• Bedroom 5. Double bedroom with en suite bathroom

Second Floor

• Bedroom 6. Master bedroom suite, including a large marble bathroom with whirlpool bath, shower, twin sinks, and a dressing room, plus adjacent lounge area. Two sets of glass doors lead out onto the double veranda, looking out over the pool and sea view.
  Annex
• 2 bedrooms with shower and W.C

Outside Grounds

• Balcony
• Terrace
• Lanai / Gazebo
• Garden
• Barbecue
• Private Pool
• Hot tub
  Additional Facilities
• Air Conditioning
• Fireplace
• Fitness Room / Equipment
• Garage
• Hair Dryer
• Heating
• Internet
• Iron & Board
• Linens Provided
• Living Room
• Parking
• Telephone
• Towels Provided
• Washing Machine
• Books
• DVD Player
• Satellite / Cable
• Stereo
• Television
• Video Library

Location

Villa Electra enjoys a fabulous elevated spot in the hills above Gouvia. The villa enjoys astonishing panoramic views down to Gouvia's marina, the deep blue sea and over to Corfu Town.

Corfu is one of the most beautiful, lush green islands of Greece. With countless beaches, endless olive groves, hundreds of churches, mystical caves, stunning scenery stretching from the crystal clear dazzling sea to the mountains and delicious cuisine, it is a dream destination. Together with excellent shopping and a historic main town brimming with Venetian architecture and charm, it has something for everyone. The island's fauna and flora is world famous due to the Durrell family and especially since the TV series. The Durrell house is within easy reach of Villa Electra.

Gouvia is a chic resort with a history. In the 17th century, Gouvia was a Venetian naval base and the original grand arches of the shipyard are still intact. Now though, its smart marina offers sophisticated waterfront credentials with lively bars, trendy restaurants and boutique shops together with plenty of traditional Greek tavernas for meze and other delicious feasts. Gouvia enjoys several beaches, some of which are pebbly. The central beach offers some excellent watersports including jet skis and banana boats. From the beach you can see the pretty Ipanpanti Church jutting out in the village of Kommeno. It is a twelve minute walk away.

Gouvia sits in the same sheltered bay as the neighbouring village of Kontokali. Kontokali also boasts a delightful marina and a fabulous sand and pebble beach. You will taste the freshest of fish at Kontokali, a popular spot for fishermen for generations. Being so close to Gouvia, you enjoy a double helping of superb beaches, one special one set on the headland that keeps Kontokali Bay tucked away from the Ionian Sea.

Corfu Town or Kerkyra as it is otherwise known, is one of the most beautiful, graceful and elegant towns in Greece. Though seventh in size, it is one of the most populated in the whole of the Ionian Islands. The town's stunning architecture has many influences including Sicilian, Venetian, French and English. Corfu Town is brimming with elegant mansions, magnificent palaces, beautiful squares, no fewer than thirty nine churches and majestic fortresses. You should not miss the Church of Saint Spiridon and the Liston, a French built arcade with an arched terrace that was inspired by the Rue de Rivoli in Paris where you can dine in an elegant cafe. The entire Old Town is declared a UNESCO World Heritage site, a tightly packed warren of winding lanes bursting with lively bars, unique shops and fine restaurants. You will also see timeless alleys with the day's washing stretching from balcony to balcony. It is a beautiful sight. Many of the town's characterful buildings are adorned with colourful bougainvillea.

The beautiful, atmospheric resort of Kassiopi is located in the lively north eastern corner of Corfu, cradled by the dramatic Mount Pantokrator which overlooks the resort. It enjoys a stunning harbour and charming narrow streets overlooked by the ruins of an ancient Byzantine castle. Visitors enjoy breathtaking views out to sea towards the Albanian coast. There is a gorgeous walk you can take around the headland.