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Amalia Complex , Nissaki |
Commanding wonderful sea views from every balcony, set in an elevated position along the coast road which winds round the lower slopes of Mount Pantokrator, this family business ‘Amalia Complex’ in Nissaki is awaiting you. >
Amalia Complex offers self catering accommodation ranging from studios, two bed apartments and three bed apartments; all share this beautiful swimming pool with its sunbeds, sun umbrellas’, tables and chairs overlooking Corfu Town in the distance and nearer, the village of Nissaki below just a short walk away.
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The studios and 2 bedroomed apartments have been built in three blocks surrounding the swimming pool where as the three bedroomed apartments are a mere stones throw away, next to the families mini market, with full use of the same shared facilities.
Each studio/apartment has its own private entrance and balcony with French windows opening onto a sea view across the Ionian sea to Corfu Town.
Surrounding the swimming pool is a flagstoned terrace offering sun or shade for those relaxing by the pool or under the olive trees and by early summer are awash with bougainvillea, jasmine, hibiscus and geraniums aswell as grapes and mandarin, fig, apricot and orange trees. The smells and colours are amazing combined with the noise of the cicadas playing their tune in the olive trees until dusk, truly an idyllic place to stay, unwind and leave all your troubles behind!
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Studio Type - There are 8 studios sleeping a maximum of 2 people: |
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Studios consist of a fridge, ½ oven, table and 2 chairs, and all basic self catering appliances. The shower room does not have a shower curtain, but a corner tray, toilet and hand basin with mirror
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The bedroom has 2 single beds, built in wardrobe, dressing table with mirror and stool, and a television. The french doors open from here to the balcony and sea view beyond…………….. |
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Views from balcony and showing glass partition dividing between two studios on the balcony. If you have friends next door, we can request that this glass partition can be opened to share both balconies.
Apartment Type A – There are 6 apartments sleeping a maximum of 4 people: |
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Spacious apartment with dining table and four chairs separate to kitchen area. Full electric oven and fridge/freezer. Television in dining area. |
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Basic shower room with corner tray (No shower curtain!), toilet and wash basin. One double bedded room with built in wardrobes and dressing table in middle. |
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Separate twin bedded room with same built in wardrobes and dressing table. All balconies have at least one outside table with sufficient chairs to accommodate the maximum number of guests per apartment.
Apartment Type B – There are two apartments sleeping a maximum of 6 people near the mini market: |
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These two larger apartments are located next to Amalia’s mini market but only a stones throw downhill from the shared swimming pool area. Steps up to both first and second floor apartments from ground level. Both have this lovely balcony on which to sit and relax, letting the day pass you by while you plan where you are going to explore for the next day. Overlooking Corfu town in the distance and maybe even watching the ferry boats as they arrive and depart from Corfu’s busy port area. |
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| Both apartments have a lounge area with television but the large partly covered balcony will be your favourite place to sit and relax. |
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| The shower room consists of a corner shower tray (No shower curtain!), toilet and wash basin with mirror over. |
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The three bedrooms have one double and two twin beds with build in wardrobes. Although the furniture is dated, there is enough hanging space for all the family! |
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The side balcony shows the sea views of Corfu town in the distance, over the roof tops of the locals houses which have lived next door for many years. Amalia, the owner, has introduced brightly coloured throws to the bedrooms giving them a cheerful and warm feel. |
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The kitchen area, even though dated, is fully functual with a full sized electric oven, fridge/freezer, dining table and chairs aswell as cupboard space, and supplies the essential self catering equipment to complete your holiday requirements.
For your daily groceries, Amalia’s mini market is open from approx 8am until 3pm then from 5pm until 10pm every day! She offers money exchange aswell as stocking fresh bread, fruits, drinks, dairy products, ice creams and much more. Unfortunately she cannot take credit cards only euro’s as payment for goods. There is a Post Box at the mini market for posting your cards to family and friends, and a bus stop right outside the property!
Opposite the mini market is a pathway to Nissaki Beach and the harbour which should only take you 5 minutes by foot.
Mid June is the local village ‘Panayierie’ or festival of its church, and an evening of dancing, music, eating and merriment is had by all! Everyone is welcome, but go early to claim your table and chairs as this is a big festival. Here you can usually buy fresh spit roasted lamb by the kilo or souvlaki and bread and can wash it down with beer, wine, retsina or soft drinks all at good prices. A visit inside Nissaki church is a must, the Greek Pappas will greet you and offer you a piece of the special bread they have for this occasion. |
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Here are a few of the nearby bays to Amalia Complex in Nissaki and further North:
Nissaki |
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The name Nissaki (or Nisaki) means "little island" and according to the Corfiot’s, was the name given to the small island that was joined with the mainland caused by many years of piled up rubble from the old nearby query. That original island is now joined to the land and occupied by the ‘Mitsos Taverna’. Nissaki is the first of the pretty little coves nestling at the base of Mount Pantokrator which you reach when heading north from Corfu Town. A small side lane leads off the main road and peters out by the sea where a handful of tavernas are perched on a small rocky headland which juts into the crystal clear waters. On one side of the headland is a miniature pebbly beach and on the other a newly built harbour where a few small fishing boats jostle with a handful of little motor boats for hire. There are a handful of traditional tavernas all serving local Corfiot dishes, a couple of mini markets and the village Church.
Kaminaki |
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Consisting of just a couple of delightfully unpretentious tavernas, a small shop and a jumbled cluster of picturesque, pastel-shaded houses nestling above a white pebble beach at the foot of an olive clad valley, the tiny seaside hamlet of Kaminaki is the perfect setting for a truly relaxing holiday. The beach is exceptionally clean and is ideal for families with young children. It is also a lovely hideaway retreat for couples, especially in spring, early summer and autumn, with wonderful walks in this area. Boat hire can also be booked from this small bay.
Krouzeri Beach |
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Krouzeri Beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in Corfu. Therefore it has the BLUE FLAG of the European Union. Krouzeri Beach combines magical colours, flaming sunsets, luxurious vegetation, (lush green even in the height of summer) a riot of radiant flowers and colourful blooms, centuries old olive groves and rich pergolas. Krouzeri has a long beach (pebble and sand) offering safe swimming, many water sports and diving. Beachside tavernas provide welcome refreshments to those enjoying the beach and excellent snorkeling. The nearby Nissaki Beach Hotel offers a swimming pool which is open to non-residents, a restaurant and bar and, during the evening a low-key disco.
Agni Bay |
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Agni literally translates as ‘unspoilt’ in Greek and this describes the bay perfectly. Accessed by a narrow and
winding road, the drive is well worth the effort as the bay is beautiful, with crystal clear waters surrounded by
olive and cypress trees. A choice of 3 tavernas and a snack bar with sunbeds and umbrella’s all on the beach front.
Yaliskari Bay |
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| The next small bay to Agni is Yaliskari Bay; it is completely undeveloped and has excellent swimming and snorkeling here. You can reach it on foot from Agni over a track to the rock formations. |
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Nearby is the ‘Chapel of Agios Arsenius’ mentioned by Lawrence Durrell in “Prospero Cell”. Below it is a small underwater cave for the more adventurous snorkelers and swimmers.
Kalami Bay |
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Beautiful Kalami Bay is renowned as the place where Lawrence Durrell wrote 'Prospero's Cell' in the
1930's. The book brought Corfu to the attention of the English and so began their love affair with the
island and their friendship with its people. Despite its fame, this delightful village retains a traditional
and peaceful atmosphere and is geared very much towards anyone hoping for a quieter, family holiday.
Kalami does have a small number of bars and several excellent tavernas so you will never be short of
good places to eat and drink. There are also a few craft shops and mini-markets so, without being
overdeveloped, Kalami can provide you with everything you need during your stay.
The beach is mainly shingle and slopes into sparkling waters, ideal for swimming and snorkeling. You
can also hire pedaloes, canoes and boats with which to explore the 'secret' coves and beaches that are
to be found all along the coast.
Kouloura Harbour |
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Kouloura is a small pretty fishing village not a resort. Here there is a working harbour, where many of the locals moor there boats. The view of the harbour is probably one of the most painted in the area. The main house is owned by the Agnelli family as their holiday home. Kouloura is an excellent example of a small traditional Greek bay that has not been adversely affected by tourism.
At the other end of the bay there is a small beach named ‘Chouchoulio Beach’ ideal for swimming and sunbathing. A walk around the harbour is interesting, but to see the best view of Kouloura is to drive or walk up to the main road turn right and there is an excellent photo point of the harbour and views across to Albania. There is one fish Taverna in Kouloura, it also serves some meat dishes but no bars!
And Chouchoulio Beach |
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And South of Nissaki is:
Barbati Beach |
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Barbati is perched at the foot of Mount Pantokrator, amidst green cypress trees; it has breathtaking views across to Corfu Town on the right and Albania on the left. The sheer, rocky backdrop secludes Barbati from the rest of the island, giving it an isolated, hidden feel. The village also offers a small selection of bars, tavernas, supermarkets, launderette and souvenir shops, with a newly built church in the centre of the village.
Barbati took its name from the mansion of the noble Barbatis family and its beach is a white stretch of shingle against an azure sea. Wonderfully situated to provide whatever you are looking for in a holiday: You can laze in the sun, explore the coast by boat, take part in all kinds of water sports and enjoy the good restaurants.
Ipsos |
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Ipsos is situated on the east coast of Corfu, 14 km north of Corfu Town, and has a perfect mixture of beach sports and nightlife, combining attractions such as water skiing and parascending with great clubs, bars and restaurants. In other words - there's something to suit all tastes. Ipsos is one of the liveliest resorts on Corfu, stretching out along one kilometer of pebbly but gently shelving beach. The natural curve of the bay of Ipsos is a scenic setting, with fine views along the coast to Corfu Town, the green hills inland and the mountains of mainland Greece and Albania. The resort mainly comprises a broad, straight main road just above the beach which curves into a tiny harbour. Its main appeal lies in the availability of water sports, which include pedaloes, para-gliding, water-skiing, windsurfing and boat hire. The sea is clean; Ipsos has been awarded a European Blue Flag.
CAR HIRE RECOMMENDED
Closest Amenities:-
Restaurants: Nissaki, 10 minutes walk downhill
Beach: Nissaki, 10 minutes walk downhill
Supermarket: Nissaki, Barbati and Kalami
Bakery: Nissaki and Loustri
Watersports: Nissaki, Krouzeri and Kalami
Motor Boat Hire: Nissaki
Petrol Station: Nissaki
Telephone Box: Near church in village (Nissaki)
Internet Café: Ipsos and Dassia
Bank: Corfu Town
Cash Machine: Ipsos and Kassiopi
Nightclub: Ipsos |
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Facilities: |
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| Swimming pool |
Maid service 3 times per week |
Air conditioning |
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Sunbeds
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Satellite TV
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Short walk to beach and resort
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Car Hire NOT essential
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Sea Views from balconies
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Any day arrivals/departures
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2009
Prices: |
Pax |
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€ per week |
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315 |
M Jne,
Sept |
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385 |
H July |
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490 |
| SH August |
80 |
560 |
PLEASE
NOTE: ABOVE PRICES ARE FOR RENTAL OF THE STUDIO NOT PER
PERSON |
2009
Prices: |
Pax |
Season: |
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€ per week |
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525 |
M Jne,
Sept |
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630 |
H July |
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770 |
| SH August |
135 |
945 |
PLEASE
NOTE: ABOVE PRICES ARE FOR RENTAL OF THE APARTMENT NOT PER
PERSON |
2009
Prices: |
Pax |
Season: |
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€ per week |
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665 |
M Jne,
Sept |
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805 |
H July |
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980 |
| SH August |
165 |
1155 |
PLEASE
NOTE: ABOVE PRICES ARE FOR RENTAL OF THE APARTMENT NOT PER
PERSON |
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