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Villa Nikos - near Vingla
Sitting high above the bays of Kouloura and Kalami, on the beautiful North-East coast of Corfu, Villa Nikos is to be found at the end of a private road, on the edge of the tiny mountainside hamlet of Vingla. This setting offers a good deal of peace and seclusion upon the villa, making it a highly recommended house for anyone in search of a relaxing holiday. Villa Nikos (with the additional option of renting either one or both of the lower apartments) sleeps up to 14 people in total and was fully renovated for the 2006 season.
This large private swimming pool (11m x 5m) is set below the main house and has sun loungers, chairs and small tables for your use. The view from the swimming pool stretches out over the bays of Kalami and Kouloura and below, the hamlet of Vlahatika, is clearly in view from the balconies.
There is also a vine covered seating area above the swimming pool and next to the main steps to the top Villa, should the sun be a little too intensive for you to bare! |
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The villa, which is fully air-conditioned, is reached via a short stairway and the front door opens into the large high beamed open plan lounge with dining room which has plenty of seating and large French windows leading onto the spacious balcony. There is a satellite TV with free view channels and a CD/cassette player for your enjoyment, the open plan dining area seats 6 around its table quite easily and as it is next to the kitchen makes it easier when serving up food. To the left of this main room is the fully fitted kitchen equipped with a full electric oven with extractor fan above, fridge freezer, microwave, dishwasher, coffee machine, kettle and toaster, and has a door leading onto the wrap-around balcony for ease of serving those outdoor breakfasts! |
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To the right of the lounge area you will find three bedrooms, one double and two twin-bedded, together with two modern and spacious bathrooms with full sized bath and shower fitments. |
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The washing machine is fitted into the largest of the bathrooms. |
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Outside is a communal brick BBQ for all to use. Partly covered balcony with chairs and tables for the upstairs house. Villa Nikos hiding in the olive groves that surround the house but with spectacular sea views across to Corfu Town, southern Albania and mainland Greece. |
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Apartments Nikos Alpha & Beta
Below the villa are two further apartments, each sleeping four people and, if required, you can either take one or both in addition to the upper house making a total of 14 beds in all. |
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Both the Alpha and Beta apartments are furnished the same and have the same room lay out:- 2 bedrooms, shower room, open plan kitchenette, diner and living room with french doors leading on to the balcony. |
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Looking down on the hamlet below, Vlahatika, and then from the hamlet back up to Villa Niko |
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In Vlahatika, near Dimitri’s Restaurant overlooking the hamlet and bay of Kalami below. |
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More information about a few of the nearby villages and bays close to Villa Nikos:-
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 beingoverdeveloped, 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.
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.
Nissaki Beach |
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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.
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.
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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Closest Amenities:-
Restaurants: Vlahatika, Kalami, Kouloura, Agni Bay
Beach: Kalami, Kouloura, Chouchoulio &Agni Bay
Supermarket: Kalami and Sinies
Bakery: Kalami, Nissaki and Sinies
Watersports: Kalami, Krouzeri and Nissaki
Motor Boat Hire: Kalami
Petrol Station: Nissaki
Telephone Box: Kalami
Internet Café: Kassiopi, Ipsos and Dassia
Bank: Corfu Town and Acharavi
Cash Machine: Ipsos and Kassiopi
Nightclub: Ipsos |
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Facilities: |
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Sun loungers, tables & chairs around the pool
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Air-conditioning included
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Satellite TV - Villa only
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Dishwasher – Villa only |
Washing Machine – Villa only |
Microwave – Villa only |
Any day arrival |
Car Hire essential |
Maid service |
CAR HIRE RECOMMENDED!
2009 Prices: |
Pax |
Season: |
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per week |
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980 |
M Jne, Sept |
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1365 |
H July,
Aug |
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2093 |
PLEASE NOTE:
ABOVE PRICES ARE FOR RENTAL OF THE VILLA NOT PER PERSON |
2009 Prices: |
Pax |
Season: |
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€
per week |
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490 |
M Jne, Sept |
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665 |
H July,
Aug |
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1050 |
PLEASE NOTE:
ABOVE PRICES ARE FOR RENTAL OF THE VILLA NOT PER PERSON |
2009 Prices: |
Pax |
Season: |
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€
per week |
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350 |
M Jne, Sept |
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630 |
H July,
Aug |
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875 |
PLEASE NOTE:
ABOVE PRICES ARE FOR RENTAL OF THE VILLA NOT PER PERSON |
** Please note Apartment ‘Alpha’ is nearer the pool & has 1 double bedroom & 1 twin bedroom**
Apartment ‘Beta” has 2 twin bedrooms & is a bit smaller inside.
Both apartments have air-con in 1 bedroom & in the lounge/sitting area (NOT both bedrooms)
Please note: Due to the exchange rate fluctuating the exchange rate is
a guide only.
L = Low season - May & October M =
Mid season - June & September H = High season -
July & August
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