Villa Doukas

Dassia, Corfu

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Villa Summary

Villa Doukas is a hidden countryside villa with spacious outside terraces, surrounded by lush Mediterranean flora. A scenic, secluded beach with a taverna is just a short stroll away from the property, providing you with your own share of paradise. The upmarket Gouvia marina is located just a short drive from the villa and the dynamic capital, Corfu Town, is just 20 minutes' drive away. The popular resorts of Dassia and Ipsos are also only a short journey away with a wide variety of restaurants, shops, bars and beaches. WiFi and air conditioning/heating is provided in the bedrooms along with pool heating.

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Arrival & Departure Day :

Villa check in time from 16:00 Information

Villa check out time 10:00 Information

Villa Features

3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Sleeps 2 to 6
Beach 180 yds
Heated Pool
27 x 14 ft
Gated pool
Free Air Con
Wifi
Car Essential

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Why our Corfu expert loves this villa

Surrounded by lush Mediterranean countryside and just a stroll away from a beautiful bay - Villa Doukas is a slice of paradise. quotelower

Villa Description

Swimming pool, pool terrace and sunbathing area

A private heated swimming pool is surrounded by a grass lawn, bordered by trees and shrubbery giving the villa plenty of privacy. Sixteen steps up from the garden lead to a large courtyard with a fish pond to the right and a pergola shading a dining table and chairs next to a BBQ. On the other side of the villa, overlooking the pool and garden, is a shaded balcony with a dining table and chairs - what better place to enjoy a traditional Greek breakfast.

Entrance

A steep driveway leads up the side of the villa with gates at the bottom opening into the garden. At the top of the driveway there is another set of gates that open into a large courtyard with space for 2 hire cars.

Living space and kitchen

The entrance opens into an open plan lounge and dining room with comfortable sofas, a flat screen TV and feature fireplace. Two sets of patio doors keep the interiors flooded with light and open onto the balcony overlooking the pool. An adjacent fully functional kitchen has direct access to the alfresco dining and BBQ area at the back of the villa.

Bedrooms and bathrooms

From the living space, 3 steps lead up to a brightly decorated double bedroom and 2 twin bedrooms. The double bedroom and one of the twin bedrooms have patio doors opening onto a shared balcony overlooking the pool and garden. There are 2 separate shower rooms. All bedrooms are homely and comfortable with neutral interiors.

This villa is registered and licenced by EOT Greek licensing association. This number is: 0829K122K8085001.

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Key Notes

Villa Plus In-Resort Service
Mid Week Towel Change & Light Clean
Bed Linen
Bathroom Towels
Iron & Ironing Board
Villa check in time from 16:00
Villa check out time 10:00

Villa facilities

1 double bedroom
2 twin bedrooms
2 shower rooms

Indoor amenities

FREE WiFi
FREE Air Conditioning/Heating in 3 bedrooms
Satellite TV
Safe
DVD Player
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Microwave
Hairdryers
Childgate(s)
Bluetooth Speakers

Outdoor amenities

Alarm And Nightlight
Brick BBQ
Car parking (off-road gated)
FREE Pool Heating
Gated Pool
Pool/Billiard Table
Table Tennis
Pool Size: 27 x 14 ft
Pool Depth: Min. 4ft, Max. 5ft

Villa Location

Villa Doukas is surrounded by wooded countryside just a stone's throw from a small sandy beach with a traditional taverna. Nearby, the chic Gouvia marina and Dassia and Ipsos towns have a great selection of shops, restaurants and bars, and can be reached within a 15 minute drive. Plus, the atmospheric capital, Corfu Town, is just a 20 minute drive away. Situated on the stunning east coast of Corfu, this property is in a fantastic location to experience the beautiful scenery, beaches, cultural attractions and family activities that the island has to offer.

Location features

Local markets and shopping

There are several large supermarkets just a short drive away and the nearby resort of Dassia also has a variety of boutique and souvenir shops. Corfu Town, the island's capital, is 20 minutes' drive away, and has a local market selling mainly fresh fruit, vegetables and fish. The narrow streets in the city centre have plenty of shops selling everything from souvenirs, leather goods and jewellery to designer clothing.

Bars and restaurants

The nearest taverna is right on the beach, just a few minutes' walk away. Just 10 minutes' drive from the villa is the smart setting of Gouvia marina. Here you'll find a vast array of high quality restaurants and lively bars overlooking the yachts. Dassia and Ipsos are also great choices, with traditional Greek dishes on offer as well as Italian cuisine and fresh seafood. Ipsos also has some lively bars as well as calm family-orientated establishments.

Beaches

A few minutes' walk from the villa is a small sandy and shingle beach with calm clear waters - perfect for lazy days with the family. Dassia Beach is just 15 minutes' drive away and is ideal for water sports lovers with two jetties and calm waters. There are several beachside cafes and tavernas meaning you won't have to leave! The shingle Ipsos Beach is just 15 minutes' drive away and has a plenty of beachside tavernas and also has 2 harbours, from which, you can hire a boat to explore even more of the scenic bays along the coast.

Family fun

An inflatable floating play park in the bay of Ipsos is a great family activity. The island's largest water park Aqualand, is also just 20 minuets' drive inland with a large variety of rides and activities for all ages. Head to the Ropa Valley 20 minuets' drive away and have a go at go-karting and unleash your competitive side! Ano Korakia is the place to go horse riding and explore the lush Greek countryside.

Places of interest

Corfu Town is a great place to spend the day, with its fortresses, museums, and abundance of shops and restaurants - there is something for everyone. The picturesque resort of Paleokastrista with its small monastery, soaring cliffs and caves dipping into turquoise water is only a 20 minute drive away with unforgettable views across the coastline. More stunning scenery can be seen from the nearby Byzantine fortress of Angelocastro or the tallest point on the island, Mount Pantocrator.

Golf

There is an 18-hole golf course located in the centre of the island in the Ropa Valley, near the village of Ermones.

Other activities

The cultural attractions of the Achillean Palace in Gastouri and the Museum of Art in Corfu town are definitely worth a visit. Mon Repos Palace - the birth place of Prince Philip - lies south of Corfu Town and is surrounded by mature Mediterranean forest.

Remember...

Every villa comes with its own manual, complete with details of the best restaurants, taxis, local amenities and activities. And of course, our reps are on hand to make sure you love your holiday more. If you need any advice or tips on the local area, they will be more than happy to help.

In this area

Beach 180 yards
Daphnila Beach ½ mile
Dassia Beach 1½ miles
Ipsos Beach 3 miles
Supermarket 3½ miles
Restaurants 140 yards
Dassia Centre 1½ miles
Gouvia Marina 2¾ miles
Corfu Town 7 miles
Corfu Airport 8 miles

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GPS coordinates

Latitude: 39.670448

Longitude: 19.848009

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Activities and things to do

Waterparks

There are 2 waterparks on the Island: Hydropolis on the outskirts of Acharavi on the north coast, and the larger Aqualand in Ag Ioannis, just outside Corfu Town. Both parks have a good selection of slides, pools and various refreshments available. Aqualand is by far the largest of the waterparks and in fact one of the largest waterparks in Europe with a big selection of rides and activities for all ages (including a very sedate 'lazy river' for older party members!) It has a couple of cafes and snack bars, a small shopping area and plenty of sun loungers and is open from 9am-8pm daily all Summer.

Watersports

Virtually all major beaches and many of the smaller ones have water sports of one form or another available.

Generally pedalos and small canoes can be found everywhere and sports activities include water-skiing and water boards, para-gliding, ringos, banana boats and the latest 'fish' which works on a similar principal.

Most water sports jetties offer lessons and some offer courses for children.

There are very few places that now offer jet skiing. One beach is Gouvia beach where a qualified instructor has tow jet skis available for hire.

Boat trips

The beautiful 14 meter motor yacht, the Nautilus, offers trips around the North East coast of the island or a day or night time cruise round to Corfu Town. The boat has a BBQ and passengers will also have the chance to swim from the boat - perfect for snorkelling!

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Paleokastritsa has little boats that take up to 20 people on small tours to the nearby caves. The tours last about an hour and are a lovely way to admire the dramatic scenery and small caves of the West Coast.

Calypso glass bottom boat leaves from Corfu old port on a regular basis. A large glass bottom boat it takes big groups to a spot just off the island of Vidos. The round trip takes about an hour and children can see sea lions and the fish around the island.

Self drive boat hire

The Corfu is an ideal location to hire a small boat and skipper yourself and family for the day to explore the many coves and beaches. There are a number of resorts where boats of several different sizes can be hired locally. Usually there are boats with tiller steering and ones with steering wheels. Most boats have a sun canopy. All boats have life vests and are fully prepared. You do not need a speedboat licence to drive a boat with an engine smaller than 25hp. Instruction can be given if required.

Paleokastritsa

Paleokastritsa is commonly thought to be one of the most beautiful parts of Corfu. The main road leading into the resort is dotted with a choice of good tavernas, many with superb views over the rolling hills to the seafront. The resort also has a choice of excellent sandy beaches. Some of the smaller hidden beaches can only be accessed by boat, which you can hire to explore this area of coastline, or catch the water taxi. The area is popular with families, with a number of attractions. Aside from the beaches and stunning scenery, you can visit the blue water caves, hire a pedalo or even visit the local reptile house!

Pantocrator Mountain

The highest point of Corfu and standing majestically overlooking the North East corner of Corfu, Corfu Town and the mainland beyond.

One of the many beautiful driving routes on the island takes you up through several small villages including Spartillas, known (along with its sister village Lakones on the opposite coast) as 'the balcony of Corfu' because of its spectacular views.

Follow on through Strinillas, one of the original hidden villages, built out of sight of the coast and therefore the marauding pirates of the time and up a narrow road to Mount Pantocrator the highest point on the island at 906 metres.

There is also an adventurous drive from the North of the island, but this is best done in a four wheel drive vehicle.

The last section of the road is better walked by the nervous but the fantastic panoramic views from the monastry and café, at the top are well worth the effort.

Corfu Golf Club

Designed by the famous architect Donald Harradine the Corfu course has been praised by many as one of the best kept in Europe and he has blended the natural resources of the lovely Ropa Valley with man made hazards to make the course a good but fair test. It is as enjoyable for the scratch player as it is for the long handicap one. The course is open 7 days a week.

The magnificent greens of Penncross Bent are considered to be the finest in the Mediterranean, the treelined fairways and the sandtraps combined with several lakes and meandering streams, make an attractive picture against a backcloth of high hills. A new modern irrigation system keeps the golf course in excellent condition even through the hot summer months. Over the past 3 years the golf course and clubhouse has undergone a total renovation. Bunkers have been redesigned, deepened, drained and filled with white sand, shipped in from a nearby Greek island.

Suitable for all levels of player with qualified instructors on hand for beginners and equipment rental available. It is also ideally placed for families who perhaps don't all share the same interest in the sport being a mere 10 minute drive from Aqualand, the largest waterpark on the island, 20 minutes out of Corfu town and 10 minutes from the nearest beach at Ermones.

It has a large well-appointed clubhouse and restaurant and is open all year round.

To reserve please telephone: ·, tel: +30 26610 94220 or email: info@corfugolfclub.com

For full details check www.corfugolfclub.com

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