The Krouzeri Estate

Design and Interiors
Francis H Fowler

Engineer and Project Management
Yiannis Kakarantzas

Contact
francis@krouzeri.com
yiannis@krouzeri.com

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Bequia

Inspired by the great villas of the Caribbean, Bequia, like the region itself, is a celebration of several cultures and influences. An extremely impressive house, it is set amidst immaculately landscaped gardens and overlooks one of those far-reaching and deeply serene views for which the north-east coast of Corfu is famous.

The villa is one of the few in Corfu that is truly luxurious. Very private and secluded, it nevertheless has wonderful, open sea views and easy access to at least two beaches, via a private pathway connecting with the local coastal footpath.

The sea is ever-present, a shimmering natural backdrop to the symmetry of the garden and pool, a gentle lullaby at night.

A huge sitting room, with the steeply pitched, beamed roof so typical of the Caribbean forms the natural focus of the house. With one whole wall of windows, it opens on to a wide covered verandah that is no less comfortably furnished than the sitting-room, both having large sofas and some intriguingly exotic ornaments and artefacts. The view from here has been compared to that from the deck of a luxury cruise ship, and the maritime theme continues in the wonderful and very unusual outdoor dining area, where a massive Moroccan-style cushioned seating arrangement and table are shaded by a lofty sail and the effect is that of dining in the stern of a super-yacht.

It is this attention to the details of relaxing in style that make Bequia so special. The magnificent Master double bedroom is dominated by a huge silver-leaf sleigh bed and the guest suites on the lower ground floor, with their own separate entrance, are each decorated in a different style, Indonesian, Moroccan, Shaker and Swedish. They open directly on to the beautiful lawns and pool area, and two of them have lovely curtained terraces. Designer touches are evident in the bathrooms, often to quirkily amusing effect, and in the superbly functional but elegant kitchen. Out of doors, a circular pavilion houses a well-equipped bar. On the other side of the pool, another round pavilion houses a table and seating for al fresco meals cooked at the adjacent barbecue and outdoor kitchen area. The extensive gardens include mature olive trees from which oil is extracted and made available to visiting guests.

The surroundings are extensive enough for some private relaxation, whether it is in the hidden Jacuzzi with its rainforest ambiance, or at the top of the fairytale stone tower, elevated above the tree-tops, cushioned and curtained for a night under the stars. It is this sense of fun and appreciation that distinguishes the villas of the Krouzeri Estate and sets them apart.
Entertainment is discreetly provided for with a top-quality sound system and Sky satellite TV both available throughout the house, and there are a number of facilities for exercise when indolence tugs at the conscience, such as tennis, boules and an equipped gym with games room. In addition, the house has wireless broadband.

Accommodation

Foyer, leading into large living-room with fireplace, opening on to covered veranda.
Master double bedroom with walk-in closet and en suite bathroom with separate shower. Bedroom opens on to verandah with steps to garden level.
Kitchen opening on to veranda and outdoor dining area.
Cloakroom.
Lower ground floor: Twin bedroom with en suite shower room and private terrace.
Double bedroom with en suite shower room, opening on to garden.
Twin bedroom with en suite shower room, opening on to garden.
Double bedroom with en suite shower room and private terrace.
Laundry room.
An entirely separate private wing houses an office, three further bedrooms, bathroom and TV area. (Excluded from rentals unless agreed)

Private swimming pool: Irregular shape, 160 sq.m.
Private footpath gives access to a seafront terrace and private jetty.
Tennis court, shared with The Stone House unless agreed for exclusive use.
Gym with selection of equipment and weights.
Games room with pool table, table tennis, Subbuteo, Sky satellite TV, sound system, drinks fridge.
boules court with seating.

Facts

Nearest beaches at Kaminaki and Krouzeri – 3 minutes along the coastal footpath.
Nearest tavernas/restaurants: Kaminaki and Krouzeri – 3 minutes walk.
Boat hire, water skiing, wake-boarding, kayaks etc: Kaminaki 3 minutes walk.
Scuba diving: Krouzeri 3 minutes walk, Nissaki 3 kms by road.
Nearest supermarket: Kaminaki 4 minutes walk, Nissaki 3 kms by road.
Corfu Airport: 28 kms.

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