The rock on the beach
10 Guests
5 Bedrooms
5 Bathrooms
An unrivalled position above a golden sandy beach; easy-going, flip-flop charm; the soft lullaby of the surf on the shore; emerald green hills and cerulean skies; sunset spectacles to round off dream-filled days: life at Olika is inspiring, restful and carefree in equal measure. Make plans to explore Corfu if you like, but once you drive through Olika's gates for the first time, you'll find it hard to leave the idyllic confines of this splendid retreat.
10% reduction applied
A reduction of 10% has been applied to some weeks at Olika.
Keyholder highlights
- Glorious seafront position
- Garden gate beach access
- Panoramic pool
- Stylish interiors
- Enchanting sunsets
- Cook included
Gallery
The guesthouse at Olika, situated between the serene pool and the main house.
Follow the path through the fragrant gardens...
A stroll through the gardens leads to this wonderful sandy beach.
Olika seen from its seafront gardens.
The dreamy pool.
Includes
- Sole use of the villa and the grounds
- The support of our Villa Specialists to help you select your perfect villa
- The expertise of a dedicated local team to help you fine-tune the logistics of your trip and to plan a range of experiences, many of which are exclusive to The Thinking Traveller
- A Local Specialist to assist you during your stay and 24/7 emergency support
- A comprehensive guide to your villa and its surrounding area, including our restaurant recommendations, cultural highlights and other activities
- An easy-to-use online holiday planner to keep all your booked experiences and services in one place, ensuring that nothing gets missed during your stay
- The ability to coordinate and share the details of your trip with your group via Your Account
- All sales taxes, electricity, gas, Wi-Fi, linen, bath towels, pool and/or beach towels
- A daily cleaning service (up to 6 hours/day) and a mid-week linen change
- Daily breakfast preparation
- Daily cook service for either lunch or dinner
Excludes
- Flights
- Car hire
- Transfers
- Meals (unless otherwise specified)
- Ingredients for specified meals
- The Greek government’s Climate Resilience Levy - €15 per villa per night
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The Area
Olika is located on the southwest coast of Corfu in one of the most tranquil areas of the island.
Below the villa is the blue sea and a pair of beaches - Prasoudi, which is accessed directly from the gardens - and Kauris, which is an easy stroll away. Other beautiful beaches close by include Paramona to the north and Halikounas to the south. This latter is a 3km-long stretch of sand and dunes that separates the sea from Lake Korission, an oasis of natural beauty that's home a vibrant range of flora, fauna and birdlife. The beach also has an excellent water sports centre offering lessons and facilities for kitesurfing, windsurfing and paddleboarding.
Behind Olika, lush, wooded hills rise up to over 400m. At the top is the venerable Pantokrator Monastery, and there is much more to explore along the walking trails that depart from nearby Agios Mattheos. This village, which is just a 10-minute drive from Olika, is an unspoilt, authentic Corfiot centre with a good selection of amenities, including minimarkets and tavernas.
Corfu Town, with its UNESCO World Heritage Site old town, its twin Venetian fortresses and its vibrant weave of streets flanked by restaurants, cafés and bars, is easily reachable in about 45 minutes.
The north of Corfu is within easy driving distance, and whether you head to the clifftop Venetian castle of Angelokastro, the idyllic bays and beaches of northeastern Corfu, the atmospheric abandoned mountain village of Old Perithia you will never have to drive much more than an hour and a half.
Corfu also offers many stimulating and fun activities for kids, if you can get them out of Olika's pool and away from its beach.
