Cottage, walk to beach and tavernas, stunning sea and mountain views

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December 2024

January 2025

Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels

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Host

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 452 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Dryer

Explore the area

Paleocastritsa, Corfu

Paleokastritsa Beach
8 min walk
Paleokastritsa Monastery
17 min walk
Angelokastro
11 min drive
Corfu (CFU-Ioannis Kapodistrias)
49 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Ideal for couples. Quiet location has mountain views, also sea views if you climb a few steps to use the top veranda, footpaths to the sea, 8 beaches and coves and mini markets. The 52 sq m Villa is comfortable, spacious and own private verandas , looks on to the olive grove, mountains and garden. One very comfortable king bed in bedroom and two sofas in the lounge with dining table , a high vaulted wooden ceiling, AC and Oil CH. Kitchen is very well equipped. Utility room with large fridge freezer and washing machine. full sized 4 hob oven. One bathroom with glass door shower. A choice of 3 private patios one in the shade of the olive grove, great for breakfast, and 2 small verandas, all with chairs and table and sun loungers. One huge patio up some steps with stunning sea and mountain views (shared but not often by the one discreet owner) Walk to 8 coves and beaches all within 5 to 15 minutes walk away. Parking outside the gate of the villa. Tavernas and supermarkets, a short 2 to10 min walk down the path. Parking space next to villa entrance. Great location for hiking or driving around the island. Near ( 2 mins walk) bus stop to Corfu town (25 mins ride). Olive tree shaded patio has large built BBQ , great for grills 'al fresco' sun loungers, chairs and tables Fast Wireless internet , bring your own laptop. Beautiful large 2000 sq metre gardens with private areas and only the top patio shared with the owner that has stunning sea, small harbour and mountain views.

During your stay at this cottage, you're just a quick walk from Paleokastritsa Beach. You'll find features like a water park. The cottage offers a kitchen and a balcony.

Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, washing machine, and balcony
WiFi for a fee
Splash around at the water park
Steps from Ionian Sea and 8 minutes by foot from Paleokastritsa Beach

This cottage offers its guests a water park. This cottage also features barbecue grills and a garden.

This Corfu cottage is smoke free.

Property manager

Jane Victoria Thomson

Languages

Arabic, English, French, German, Greek, Italian

Property amenities

Beach

Near the beach
Beach sunloungers
Beach towels

Internet

WiFi available (fee applies)

Parking and transport

On-site parking

Kitchen

Fridge
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Freezer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Paper towels
Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

1 bedroom
Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

1 bathroom
Shower
Toilet paper
Hairdryer
Towels provided
Soap

Living spaces

Living room

Entertainment

TV with cable/satellite service
Books

Outdoor areas

Balcony
Fenced garden
Barbecue
Garden
Outdoor furniture

Laundry

Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

Near the ocean
Near the sea
In the mountains
Near a health or beauty spa
Near a hospital
In a village

Things to do

Water park
Golf on site
Jet skiing nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking nearby
Marina nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Swimming nearby
Winery tours nearby
Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit

General

Unit size: 560 sq ft (52 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 4

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property Registration Number 1214295

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Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

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Villa Stephanie

Villa Walk to Beach Tavernas Stunning Views

Cottage, walk to beach and tavernas, stunning sea and mountain views Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Gary I.

1 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect insight into Greek life.

From the initial enquiry, through the build up, arrival, stay and departure, Jane makes everything so easy and a real pleasure. Jane and Malcolm strike the perfect balance between provision of the support and guidance that you need as a new visitor to the area; and the freedom and space you desire to enjoy the wonderful villa, gardens and surroundings. The villa oozes Corfiot charm, with everything you need for a comfortable break. The AC in both lounge and bedroom were a god send at times, as were the shutters, blinds and fly screens. The gardens are wonderful, aromatic and full of wildlife. With so many areas to choose from, we preferred to relax on the top terrace with a choice of sun or shade, wonderful views over the sea and no mosquitoes. :-) Paleokastritsa is a lovely village with so much to offer. We were surprised just how many tavernas and swimming spots there were to choose from. Jane's recommendations were spot on throughout the fortnight we were staying. Our highlights were Nikos, Spiros & Gran Aladino. If you have a car, or fancy a walk up the donkey path towards Lakones, Il Pozzo has amazing food, backed up by stunning views down to Paleokastritsa and the sea. Jane delivered everything that she promised Villa Stephanie would offer and a whole lot more. We have returned to the UK so relaxed and wouldn't hesitate to visit Jane again if we decide we need to unwind.

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila G.

2 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

Jane was very helpful even before we arrived. Great directions and then a very warm welcome. The house is perfect, clean, quiet and perfectly situated. . The bed was amazing - so comfortable. It was lovely to have so many patios to choose from and a beautiful garden to enjoy. Of course I must also mention the sun patio with the most incredible view over the town and sea. We would definitely recommend and would love to return.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

24 Jun 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

The hosts with the most

Incredible place to stay in Corfu. The cottage itself was well appointed and spacious, and a shared deck with a beautiful view of Corfu. But the best part of the stay are the hosts, who go out of their way to welcome you; they are very outgoing and just love to meet travelers, and are just the sweetest (and most interesting) people. When I think of our stay in Corfu, we did many things on the island that were great, but I always think of the hosts as a highlight of the trip. And her kumquat marmalade was delectable!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David W.

6 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic stay

We stayed for 4 nights recently with our family including 2 boys aged 6 and 11. We met Jane on the first night who gave us the rundown on the property and the location, we had a lovely chat out on the balcony with beautiful views out over the sea. The property had everything we needed and some lovely homely touches - Jane was always on hand to advise of restaurants and her recommendations were spot on. Thoroughly recommend.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

23 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful villa, amazing views

Villa Stephanie is a real home from home - so comfortable and well-kitted out with everything you need to self-cater on holiday - full-size fridge freezer, well-equipped kitchen and efficient washing machine - also super comfortable, massive bed. But it’s the outside space that makes Villa Stephanie truly amazing. There’s a choice of two patio areas and gorgeous garden with table and chairs in the shade of olive trees surrounding the villa, plus a spacious veranda with a view over the bay. Stepping up here after a day of walking in the hills never failed to take our breath away! Jane is a wonderful host, always on hand (both before and during our stay) with advice and information, but never intrusive. We’ve rented several Greek villas in the past and Villa Stephanie has been the most wonderful by miles! Thanks so much Jane. We’ve only been back for a day and we are already trying to plan when we can come back!

Stayed 8 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

lucinda d.

24 Sept 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous place and host!

I stayed at Villa Nova for a week. The villa was beautiful and Jane was such a brilliant host (Helping her out with phone charger, brolly and suggestions on restaurants/ beaches etc). The location is perfect - a short walk to the beaches and lots of lovely tavernas and Grocery shops. The villa was spotless, soft towels, fully equipped kitchen (plus a bottle of wine, bread, milk, fruit, honey and hot drinks left for me on arrival;)) The garden and terraces are beautiful and perfect for relaxing over breakfast and in th3 evenings. I would stay again without a doubt and 100% recommend the villa. Thank you to Jane;)

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Claire L.

26 Aug 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Set amongst the beautiful hills and minutes from countless coves and beaches

Janes villa is set on the lower hills at Paleokastritsa. It has pretty gardens and various terraces, one of which has the most beautiful views over the marina, sea and various coves and rolling coastline. The villa itself is simple yet comfortable, and Jane had, on our arrival supplied us with fresh bread, cold water, juice, milk coffee etc. Jane herself has known Paleokastritsa getting on for 50 years, so can give plenty of information and advice, if wanted, on where to visit and how to spend your time. She is a person full of character and stories, well travelled, and clearly enjoys having guests, without beginning invasive. Whilst there, I felt home from home. We enjoyed the tavernas and restaurants, a local bus trip into Corfu Town - which I loved, and boat trips to the caves and Limni beach. The atmosphere is laid back and simple. The people friendly and easy going. It isn't 5 star glamour, but you do have a sense of being part of it, not just a tourist! I like that! Please note my comments are made during Covid

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Deni C.

27 Sept 2019

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay on Corfu

A great location for our 2 night stay on Corfu. We did not rent a car so being able to walk to interesting destinations was important. Jane was wonderfully helpful in giving us advice on where to walk, where to eat, etc. The town itself was perfect for our wind-down from a hiking trip in the Zagori and Meteora region of Greece. The accommodations were nice and the elevated patio (seen in the photo on VRBO) is lovely. Jane is a very interesting person and we greatly enjoyed our conversations with her. Thank you Jane! Deni Charpentier

10/10 Excellent

Sandra S., Santa Fe, New Mexico

9 Sept 2019

Liked: Cleanliness

Wish we could've stayed longer

Villa Stephanie was perfect for us. Jane and her husband Malcolm were charming; they made sure we had everything we needed plus suggestions for day trips, hikes and restaurants. The kitchen was fully functional; the bed was a lovely king size and there was a comfortable sitting area to relax in. But best of all was the amazing view down to the ocean from the top deck.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Krishna N.

16 Aug 2019

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing location, clean and comfortable villa and excellent hospitality.

The villa is clean and very homely. It has a well equipped kitchen and positioned in a nice peaceful location up on the mountains. The patio has an excellent view to the sea. It’s easy to get to the beaches with a short walk. Jane was a great host, she gave us many tips about places to visit and was readily available if we needed anything. We would definitely come stay again.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lori C.

7 Aug 2019

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous, relaxing, recommended

We loved this place. Fantastic views in a great location overlooking the bay. Brilliant villa with everything you need, fully equipped kitchen so perfect for the family. It also has the most comfortable bed we have ever slept on. I want that bed!!! Jane is a fantastic host. There was nothing she didn’t help with or advise us on. If you want to go to Corfu make this the place you stay at. You will not be disappointed. We hope to go back. Thanks again Jane. Missing it everyday day!!

Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rron B., London

19 Jul 2019

Liked: Cleanliness

Great villa with a world class host!

Jane is the best host I have ever had! She was very welcoming and helped us in every aspect during our trip. She was always there for us whenever we needed help and went the extra mile for anything we asked! She helped us find great spots to eat and where to go around Paleocastritsa. The villa itself is amazing! It has all the amenities you could possibly need. We was a group of friends and slept very comfortably there. The view on the upper terrance is magnificent. You have a panoramic view of the sea, which takes your breath away! You can literally sit there for hours taking it all in! The location of the villa is ideal if you want to stay in Paleocastritsa. The main beach is a short walk from the villa as well as many restaurants. The bus stop is also a 2 minute walk which connects you to Corfu Town, which was ideal for us as we had to catch a coach to Athens from there. If you are planning in having a great villa surrounded by breathtaking views, I highly recommend Villa Stephanie!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joey H.

7 May 2019

Beautiful villa and garden, great location, warm and accommodating host.

Villa Stephanie is a great spot for walking to Paleokastritsa, Lakones, and the wider area. The villa is attractive, clean, and cosy and has everything you need with barbecue, terrace, and outside dining spaces. The flowers and herbs and greens which Jane kindly picked for us provide a beautiful setting. Jane was a generous but unobtrusive host who gave us lots of local info, made sure we had everything we wanted, and we enjoyed our fun and interesting chats. We wholeheartedly recommend :)

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Clare P.

21 Oct 2018

Villa Stephanie is a perfect place to stay for your Corfu Vacation

What a stunning location! The villa is very comfortable, and a just a short walk down to the many tavernas and beaches in Paleocastritsa. The view from the upper terrace is breathtaking, and a comfortable spot to catch some sun and read. There is also a lovely garden under the shade of the olive trees. Jane is super helpful and friendly, nothing is too much trouble for her and she knows everything about the area. She’s a lovely lady with lots of stories to tell, but her main concern is the comfort of her guests. We love to walk, and walked miles along the donkey paths and roads between the villages. The views are always superb, with coffee shops and bars dotted along the way if in need of refreshment. We didn’t even bother renting a car, and took the bus to Corfu Town (a bargain at €2.5). The weather was perfect, even though we visited mid October when it can rain. We can’t recommend Jane and her Villa Stephanie highly enough, and hope to return very soon.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

David H.

24 Sept 2018

Beautiful location stunning views & very peaceful

We had a wonderful relaxing stay here just what we needed, the villa was excellently equipped with everything you could possibly want. If you don’t want to hire a car the bus to Corfu town only a few minutes walk away & lovely choice of beaches. Jane was very helpful nothing was too much trouble & her knowledge of the island & restaurants etc invaluable, it was a really lovely holiday.

Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

8 Aug 2018

Mamma mia type holiday :)

We had a very good holiday in Jane's property. She is a very welcoming person. The property is a very pretty house located in a typical Mediterranean garden full of herbs. Jane lives at the top of the garden in another house. This can be helpful for people who are more scared or travel alone or want to know that there is a friendly spirit nearby. Jane is very resourceful in helping to find ideas how to spend time. She has spent many years in Korfu and knows everything about it. The place is within a short walk to a few very interesting beaches (though you have to go down about 100 stairs if you need a shortcut). Paleokastrista is a great place for people with children as the beaches are made of sand and small gravel but at the same time you can see rocks on the side. We swam for days without swimming shoes and had no problem with sea urchins. Jane is an amazing person, She reminds me of characters in Mamma Mia musical, she is full of life and smile, so if you love this movie you are at home :)

10/10 Excellent

Laurian S.

3 Jun 2018

Amazing view and impeccable hosts.

Jane was delightful and very informative. She made every effort to make sure my family was cozy and welcome. Beautiful garden, view and adorable apartment with plenty of space for two adults and two children.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

31 May 2018

Peaceful and relaxing location.

Fabulous place in every sense of the word! Jane is wonderful, and there for you if there’s anything you need. Only a ten minute walk to the beach (although it’s a steep walk back) and lots of lovely places to eat on your doorstep. We will definitely be back!! Oh yes...almost forgot to mention...it has the most comfiest bed in the world😊

Stayed 4 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

24 Apr 2018

Amazing view and very comfortable stay

We had a lovely time at Villa Stephanie and the owner was very helpful and friendly. Great place to stay away from the busy tourist areas. The villa has everything required and the big garden has many seating areas, lovely flowers and an amazing terrace with a great view! Would highly recommend Villa Stephanie😀

10/10 Excellent

Ned B.

21 Jul 2017

Fantastically located with amazing views!

Our stay was wonderful from start to finish. Th villa was spotless and had all of the facilities we needed for our visit. The AC was a blessing at night and the views from the terrace and the veranda were stunning. Jane, the owner, was there to meet us and couldn't do enough to help - she was wonderful company! We would definitely recommend Villa Nola and would love to visit again soon!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Sushilla done

13 Jul 2017

Loved our stay!

The property was perfect for us. Very well equipped kitchen. Lots of outside space with choice of places to sit and admire the amazing views. Both bedrooms had lots of hanging space and wonderfully comfortable beds. AC (very important, it was hot!). Would recommend and hopefully we will be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Rick J., Worcester, UK

2 Jul 2017

Ticks all the boxes for a great holiday!

Villa Nola is a chalet style villa on the hillside above Paleokastritsa facing in a south / south-easterly direction, which means you get full-on sunshine throughout the day and (very welcome) evening shade as the sun sets. To the south the views over the bays are spectacular; to the north and east you have the equally spectacular mountains. The villa was very clean and tidy and everything worked. The side veranda is great for eating out with a lovely cooling breeze coming down from the mountains in the evenings and coming up from the sea in the mornings. The location is very convenient for the swimming pool at the Odysseus Hotel (which has a poolside snack bar), for accessing Paleo itself which is spread out along the main road below Nola, and for accessing a variety of eating establishments. Our favourites were the Dolphin and the Belvedere - a mere 3 minute walk from Nola. We rented a car from the airport at Corfu Town so also visited other towns around the island, however you don't really need to as everything is within easy walking distance, including the village of Lakones high on the hill above Villa Nola. You've got to visit Dolce, a cafe-bar with the best views ever and very good ice cream too. Be prepared for a bit of exercise. The villa owners, Jane and Malcolm, were in discreet attendance throughout our stay and were very welcoming. They were always happy to help and were flexible over our departure time for a late flight home (thank you Jane and Malcolm!). In summary, if you have concerns about everything 'fitting together' with Villa Nola, then don't! I am a fussy customer when it comes to holidays and Villa Nola works remarkably well. The villa, the location, parking, access to the pool, supermarkets, restaurants .... A great holiday package with a sense of individuality!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Emrys E., UK

23 Jun 2017

Lovely homely villa with a stunning view in probably the prettiest place in Corfu

A lovely homely villa in In a great location in Paleokastrista.The villa has all the necessary amenities to make your stay comfortable and overlooks a beautiful bay which you can enjoy at your leisure from the villas large patio. There is lots of sitting and lounging room outside and it is very peaceful. A short walk will take you to some great beaches,bars and restaurants. Although only a short walk, it is on a small hill and those who are not physically able may find this a challenge. Jane and Malcolm the villa owners were lovely respectful people, they were very welcoming and ready available if need be, to advise on places to go, swim, eat and were a fountain of knowledge about the local and wider area. We've had a wonderful time staying at the villa and can thoroughly recommend staying here to anybody considering a holiday in Paleokastrista

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

10 Oct 2016

Fantastic property, beautiful location

We loved everything about our stay at Villa Nola. The location is great, quiet and beautiful and easy to access restaurants and the beach. Jane and Yvonne were incredibly helpful before and during our stay - nothing was too much trouble. The villa is really well equipped with everything you could ever need. Highly recommended.

8/10 Good

terry b.

20 Sept 2016

Clean, cosey,well equipped home from home.

Paleo is beautiful with plenty of restaurants and easy to get to from Corfu town.The view and terrace from the villa are great and the villa is well equiped with clean and comfortable beds. Yvonne who looked after us was great, she know a great deal about the area and her husband was very helpful when we had a small problem with the aircon. We would definately come again and would choose to stay in Villa Nola again!!

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Cottage, walk to beach and tavernas, stunning sea and mountain views

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Parking and transport

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Dining

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Cottage, walk to beach and tavernas, stunning sea and mountain views Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

9.8/10

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gary I.

Perfect insight into Greek life.

Gary I.

10/10 Excellent

Sheila G.

Perfect

Sheila G.

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

The hosts with the most

Daniel H.

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Fantastic stay

David W.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Wonderful villa, amazing views

Verified traveller

10/10 Excellent

lucinda d.

Fabulous place and host!

lucinda d.

8/10 Good

Claire L.

Set amongst the beautiful hills and minutes from countless coves and beaches

Claire L.

10/10 Excellent

Deni C.

Wonderful stay on Corfu