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Athena - The perfect holiday – Home 97175 Villa

  • 2 bedrooms
  • 4 sleeps
  • 7 nights min stay

Athena - The perfect holiday – Home 97175

  • Villa
  • 2 bedrooms
  • sleeps 4
  • 7 nights min stay

Key Info

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 4 mi
  • Swimming pool
  • Child Friendly
  • Car essential
  • Air conditioning
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

Description from owner

Description

Villa Athena is set in a serene location in central Corfu near the idyllic village of Agios Ioannis. Its position gives access to many of the best amenities on the island, whilst also offering peace, quiet and spectacular view of the surrounding countryside by day and the distant lights of neighbouring villages in the hills at night.

This superb villa is set in a small but ancient olive grove, the villa boasts a private pool set in a large outside garden, its now also has a gazebo covered BBQ area which can accommodate AL fresco dining, whilst on the other side of the pool and sun worshipers can enjoy themselves without disturbing anyone. Athena gives you every opportunity to enjoy the views, climate and the local cuisine.

This newly built villa has ample room to sleep 4 people comfortably plus one extra on the sofa bed in the living area. The bedrooms are all en-suite and the property has been furnished so that you can relax and enjoy your holiday.

Villa Athena also benefits from being only 15 minutes drive from the airport and historic Corfu Town, with its quaint shops, restaurants and historic attractions. Nearby, close to Ermones Beach is Corfu's internationally renowned 18 hole Golf course, which was designed by Donald Harradine. For families with young children the giant water park Aqua-land is very close by to keep young children happy when they have tired of the beach.

Further details

The villa will be available after 2.00 pm. Except if arrange before hand. Check out time is 10.00 am. Except if arranged before hand.

A deposit of 25% of the total cost is required to reserve the villa this must be received within 7 days, and the balance is due 8 weeks before your holiday arrival date.

If booking a late holiday, payment in full is required as soon as possible.

Payment by cheque, BACs or internet banking transfer only

Further details indoors

Villa Athena is set over two floors:

*Ground floor : Lounge with French windows leading out to garden/pool areas, fully fitted kitchen, small W.C. off hallway
*Upstairs : a small landing where there is a chair for sitting and two bedrooms : The left hand bedroom has two single beds ideal for teenagers/children and has a en-suite shower room. The master bedroom on the right has a double bed and an en-suite, plus french windows which lead out to the balcony, it also has great all round views of the surrounding country side.

*The landing also has french windows leading out to the balcony with its fantastic views of the superb countryside, this balcony can also be accessed through the french windows in the master bedroom.
Balcony has chairs and a small table to while away the the hours

The pool has a lounging area with a swinging covered 3 seater, plus individual sun loungers
there are two areas for just sitting and relaxing, in the first area it boast a view of the local village with mountains in the background, the second is a covered gazebo with built in BBQ and also table and chairs over looking the swimming pool and villa.

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Families

  • Great for children of all ages
  • No pets allowed

Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: Full bed
    Bedroom 2: Full bed
  • 1 Half bath, 1 Shower, 1 Attached (ensuite)

Amenities

  • Wireless Internet
  • Air conditioning
  • Private outdoor pool (unheated)
  • Private garden
  • Grill
  • Balcony or terrace
  • Internet access
  • Central heating
  • Stove
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Washing machine
  • Clothes dryer
  • Iron
  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo system
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided

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Access

  • Parking
  • Secure parking
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Getting around

It’s recommended to hire a car

Policies

Check in time: 15:00, Check out time: 10:00
If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
Payment
This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).

Damage deposit: ($125.64) £100.00
Smoking
No smoking at this property

Cancellations

Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.

Booking confirmed

100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

24 hours after booking

50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 8 weeks before check-in.

8 weeks before

25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.

4 weeks before

No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.

Check-in date

* The booking fee is stated in the cancellation policy information on the payment page. This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support

About the owner

Helen And Lester G.
Average reply time:
1 hour 54 minutes
Response rate:
100%
Calendar last updated:
08 May 2024
Years listed:
15
Based in:
United Kingdom
Overall rating:

Languages spoken: English

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Reviews

Excellent
20 reviews

Excellent
19
Very Good
1
Average
0
Poor
0
Terrible
0

“Enjoyable, relaxing stay”

Reviewed 20 Oct 2023

We had a very enjoyable stay at the beautiful and comfortable vacation home from Helen and Lester! It's perfectly equipped with really everything you need, beautiful interior, nice bbq area and p… More

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Response from the owner Dear Stephanie thank you very much for your review happy that you enjoyed your time in Corfu. Best wishes to you both

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

“Strongly recommend.”

Reviewed 18 Aug 2023

We had a 10 day stay at the Villa, everything fantastic. Quiet neighborhood, the villa is equipped with everything you need. The pool next to the Villa was used very often. When we felt like a bit … More

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Response from the owner Thank you for your great review much appreciated and happy that you had a good time at the villa and Corfu Best wishes to you and your family

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

“Beautiful spacious villa with stunning garden and pool @ the perfect location”

Reviewed 3 Aug 2023

Our stay at the beautiful island of Corfu was extra wonderful because of our decision to book villa Athena. This villa is an absolute joy to stay at, it was very clean and it had absolutely everything… More

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Response from the owner Thank you very much for your generous review we really appreciate it and are very happy that you enjoyed the Villa and Corfu. Best wishes to you all. Regards Helen and Lester

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

“Beautiful villa with everything you need”

Reviewed 25 Jul 2023

We had the most wonderful stay at villa athena. The house itself is great with everything you need when you're away. The kitchen was well equipped. We have young children so it was great to be … More

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Response from the owner Thank you so much for giving us a lovely review and pleased you and your family had a wonderful time in Corfu Best Wishes to you all

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

“Excellent Villa, quiet location, lovely pool!”

Reviewed 25 Aug 2022

The Villa was clean and comfortable with a great pool that we really enjoyed throughout our stay. The location is central to Corfu and within easy reach are the sandy beaches to the west and the shin… More

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Response from the owner Thank you so much for taking the time and giving us a lovely review. We are very happy that you had a good time in Corfu. Best wishes to you and your family.

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

“Lovely house, remote, fantastic views, nice stay”

Reviewed 11 Aug 2022

We stayed here for 10 days at beginning of July 22. This was our first holiday abroad since covid and didn't know what to expect. We hired a car and it is about 15 mins from the airport and we we… More

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Response from the owner Dear Lisa. Thank you for your review. I appreciate you bringing these issues to my attention. I am glad you enjoyed your stay and found some nice places to visit. Best wishes Helen

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

“Quiet Retreat - good place to unwind”

Reviewed 18 Oct 2020

Stayed at the Villa Athena for 5 days, the accommodation was excellent, with very good amenities. It has a nice pool and several seating areas, to enjoy both sun and shade. It it situated in a quiet r… More

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Response from the owner Hope to welcome you again next year.

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“Relaxing villa”

Reviewed 18 Oct 2020

I have just spent a lovely relaxing and peaceful week at Villa Athena. It is in a lovely setting, with every amenity you might require from a self catering break. Together with a swimming pool and out… More

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Response from the owner Thank you for the lovely review, hope to welcome you back next year.

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

“Excellent Villa, Lovely Pool, Perfect Location in Central Corfu - home away from home”

Reviewed 20 Sep 2019

Helen & Lester, the Owners were always very helpful and prompt in replying to all my queries, before booking, before and during our holiday. Alison (who is the local contact) and her husband were… More

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Response from the owner Thank you very much for your wonderful review, it would be a pleasure to welcome you back again. Best wishes to you and family. Regards Helen and Lester

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

“Lovely property in rural setting”

Reviewed 1 Jul 2019

We stayed for 10 days and had lovely time. Super villa, clean tidy and everything you need. Great location for beaches and other adventures. Very helpful owners.

This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

Response from the owner Thank you for great review. We are very happy you and your family had a lovely holiday. Best wishes Helen and Lester

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

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FAQs

How do I find more info about the property?

You can get in touch with Helen and lester (the owner) through the contact form on this page.

If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.

What if I have questions before I book?

Send Helen and lester (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

How do I contact Helen and lester (the owner)?

Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Helen and lester the owner's contact details or send them a message.

What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?

Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Helen and lester (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then

Or send Helen and lester (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.

What is a booking request?

When you pay online through the Ready to book? form, a booking request is sent to Helen and lester (the owner). You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then.

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How do I know my booking is safe?

To book this property you need to pay through the Flipkey website. Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection. This means that in the unlikely event that you’re prevented or denied access to the property when you check in, we’ll offer a full refund for the stay.

Find out more about booking safely.

How do I know what it will cost for my stay?

Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.

You can also request a quote from Helen and lester (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.

How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?

You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.

How do I pay for my vacation?

Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Helen and lester (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.

If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.

Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.

Why can't I call Helen and lester (the owner) before booking?

You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.

If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.

How do damage deposits work?

In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.

Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.

How can I view and manage my booking?

Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.

How do I pay the balance of my booking?

You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.

We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.

How can I withdraw my booking request?

You’ll need to contact Helen and lester (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.

How do I cancel my booking?

Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.

How do I make changes to my booking?

You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Helen and lester (the owner) a message.

If Helen and lester (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.

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