Kaparelli House,
Avlaki, near Kassiopi
Sleeps up to 10
Kaparelli House is an exquisite example of the contemporary Corfiot house – the light and airy interior is perfectly complemented by the spacious outdoor living areas, and the large windows that cover entire walls frame views of the utmost beauty and serenity. As far as the eye can see, in a 180-degree arc, are the headlands of northeast Corfu, separated from the charismatic coast of Albania by a stretch of shining sea. The tiny islet of Kaparelli, for which the house is named, forms the focal point of this breathtaking view.
Kaparelli House is the family home of a young British architect and his wife and family, also the creators of the beautifully restored . Kaparelli, built to their own enlightened design, it is a reflection of their modern family attitudes. A large, uncluttered kitchen opens on to an awning-shaded terrace where the breathtaking view is the perfect accompaniment to outdoor meals, while dining out at night, with candles lit and moonlight on the sea, is almost unbearably romantic. A TV room allows for sprawling on the sofa in front of some unmissable program beamed down by Sky satellite, and a separate children’s play room opens off this. The sense of romance continues upstairs in the Master double bedroom suite, with its subtle colour scheme, open Corfiot fire place and a private balcony equipped with an outdoor covered Jacuzzi bath. The view from this bath is breath taking. What a way to end the day, bathing by candlelight with just the owls for company! This bedroom also has air-conditioning and Sky TV, whilethe adjoining room is the executive office suite, containing Wi-Fi, computer, printer, scanner and fax and house book library.
A full concierge service is provided by the Kaparelli House Manager, who is able to arranging bookings for restaurants, boats, taxis. The house manager will generally assist in making your stay comfortable.
The fulltime staff looks after the guests and the running of the surrounding estate. Both the housekeeper and practical cook will do the shopping and prepare breakfast and one other simple meal each day.
A local bakery will deliver fresh bread to the house every day upon request.
The dazzling beach of Avlaki, one of the best beaches on this coast, is 1 kilometre away down an unmade country road – a pleasant and peaceful walk or a short car ride. It will not be easy, however, to tear yourself away from the house with its huge, fantastic swimming pool where it is easy to imagine yourself blissfully suspended between sea and sky. The terraces are beautifully designed for outdoor living and make fantastic setting for a session of holistic massage therapy which can easily be arranged.
Situated on the lower ground floor is a private gym and spa room equipped with sauna, steam shower and massage table.
The main drawing room, with open Corfiot fire place and exquisite furniture opens out onto a large, part covered terrace with drinks fridge and sound system. This terrace also has a covered BBQ area with outdoor bar and small kitchen.
Rental Includes
• Concierge Service.
• Cook Service.
• Maid up to 2 hours 6 days per week.
• Linen change (including pool towels) twice weekly.
• Food hamper.
• Air conditioning.
• Wi-Fi access.
Accommodation
• Living room, with large Corfiot open fireplace opening onto terrace.
• Large kitchen with dining area, ice machine/ American fridge opens onto outdoor dining terrace.
• Pantry with microwave.
• TV room & Children’s play room, complete with range of toys for ages 1-8 yrs.
• Cloakroom with WC.
• Large covered terrace with dining area, drinks fridge, seating area, and sound system.
• Covered BBQ area with outdoor bar and small kitchen.
First Floor
• Master double bedroom suite with open Corfiot open fire place, Sky TV, bathroom and dressing area ensuite, opens on to private covered balcony with Jacuzzi bath.
• Executive office suite, containing Wi-Fi, computer, printer, scanner and fax and house book library.
• Twin bedroom with bathroom, dressing room and outside covered terrace with sofa chairs.
Lower Ground Floor:
• Double bedroom suite with bathroom.
• Private Gym with sound system and TV DVD system.
• Spa room equipped with sauna, steam shower and massage table.
Guest House (linked by glazed hallway from Main House)
• Double bedroom with bathroom en suite leading to private covered sitting area opening to the lawn and pool area.
• Twin bedroom with ensuite bathroom and kitchen area, with a private sitting area and outside Jacuzzi bath.
Facilities:
• Washing machine.
• Dishwasher.
• Microwave.
• Sky Satellite TV.
• DVD player.
• Sound system.
• Air conditioning in living room; kitchen; TV room; master double
bedroom; guest cottage.
• Barbecue.
• Wi-Fi.
• Gym equipped with Power Plate, running machine, cross trainer and multi-gym. A personal trainer is available on request (payable locally).
• Bath robes and toiletries.
• Infinity Pool - heated on request (solar heated in sunny conditions) 16m x 7m, 1.1m-1.8m deep with built-in steps leading to a covered seated ‘chill-out’ area.
Amenities
• Nearest shops - St Stephano 1.5 kilometres.
• Nearest tavernas - Avlaki 600m
Beaches -
• Avlaki 600 metres.
Corfu Town - 43 kilometres.
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