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Charming and traditional small stone house.

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Terrace/patio
Property grounds
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
TV
Fridge, oven, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 340 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Charming and traditional small stone house.

The best choice for the most authentic and alternative holidays.

It is a very cozy and hospitable house , suitable for those who prefer peaceful family or romantic vacations for two.

The guest house is the first one of the eight houses one can find while reaching the linear agglomeration of Fourni. Fourni is a very small village, at the north hillsides of mount Pantokratoras -the highest on Corfu island- 10 minutes distance from the nearest town and beach of Acharavi.

Castelli Olive Press was my family's small home olive press, serving , also, the nearby houses of Fourni village. The building was built 150 years ago and was covering the needs of the village, until new contemporary units of processing olives appeared in the area, about 50 years ago. Then, the only thing left was the "screw", which the people started to use it for making their wine. At the same time, a part of this small building became storage and stable of our family.
Nowadays, we renovated the building using traditional building methods and maintaining the old massive stone walls. So, the house , now is completely restored and fully renovated, turned into a comfortable and charming house for three people.

The house Is situated in a fully green and unspoiled environment .
The site breathes out an atmospheric quiet and tranquility. This becomes more intense due to the panoramic view from the south to the north , over the hills with olive groves and cypress trees till the north beach of Roda , Acharavi and Othonoi Island.
The sunset from the property Is extraordinary.

The house is landscaped and decorated with a lot of personal attention and care. It is 50 sqm with two rooms. It has an open living room -with a sofa-bed-, a fully equipped kitchen and a dining corner. There is , also , a bathroom and a truly bright and lovely double-bed bedroom.
Around the house there is a nice courtyard for someone to relax ,eat, drink, read, play games , or just watch the beautiful sunset and the breathtaking view. You can , also , enjoy the small pool , a level higher from the courtyard, the site of which culminates charm, tranquility and beauty of the landscape.
The pool is shared with the next house, Castelli Cottage, my grandparent's main house , available for renting too . Salt electrolysis, no chemical additives : clear , odorless, safe water.

Property manager

Matina Vlachou

Languages

English, Greek

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Shared/communal pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Blender
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Hiking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 431 sq ft (40 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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
Property Registration Number 00002234210

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Charming Traditional Small Stone House Corfu
Charming Traditional Small Stone House
Charming Traditional Small Stone Corfu
Charming Traditional Small Stone
Charming Trational Small Ston
Charming Traditional Small Stone House
Charming traditional small stone house.
Charming and traditional small stone house. Corfu

About the neighborhood

Map
Corfu, Ionian Islands Region

What's nearby

  • Acharavi Beach - 12 min drive
  • Roda Beach - 16 min drive
  • Mount Pantokrator - 20 min drive
  • Old Perithia Corfu's Oldest Village - 20 min drive
  • Barbati Beach - 37 min drive

Getting around

  • Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport (CFU) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Barden Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪See You Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tet A Tet Espresso & Cocktail Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pitta House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪PitaPita - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Charming and traditional small stone house. have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Charming and traditional small stone house. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming and traditional small stone house.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming and traditional small stone house.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming and traditional small stone house. located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is steps from Ionian Sea and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Acharavi Beach. Roda Beach and Antinioti Lagoon are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Charming and traditional small stone house. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roberta Dawn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A peaceful retreat
We had a wonderful stay at the Castilli Cottage, taking in the breath-taking vistas and enjoying the simple and well appointed cottage. While removed from the hustle bustle of the town below, everything is still within close proximity- beautiful hikes along the coast, delicious food at local tavernas and endless panaramas. Highly recommend! John was helpful and kind and full of great tips
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angelina T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely amazing!
We stayed at the Fourni small stone house for 2 weeks and absolutely loved it! If you are seeking quite location with the great sunset and view, beautiful olive trees surrounding and small but charming swimming pool that allows you to jump in in the hot summer day, this is perfect location. Thank you Matina( although we have not met in person), Stephen and Maggie for your hospitality and all recommendations! The property is spotless clean and was what we needed in our busy life . Hopefully we will see you again in the future. Angelina and family
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirin B., Chicago, IL, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect cottage attached to main house
We took both cottage and house and all accommodations were fabulous. This cottage was a special treat with its own living area, and tucked to the side below the pool. A truly magical place! We meet as a family once a year and have been lucky enough to do it in some fabulous houses, but this rated as one of our favorites for its stunning view and extremely private and peaceful location.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shirin B., Chicago, IL, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything we ever hoped for
Fabulous property — quaint, clean, modern yet full of real character. Wonderful personal experiences with both owner and caretakers. Close enough to everything yet far enough away in an eyrie’s nest with spectacular views. Could not have liked this better. Thanks to Matina, Stephen, Maggie, John, Nikos and family (local taverna DO NOT MISS IT) for a fabulous stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pauline R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect vacation
Castelli Olive Press was a wonderful home base for our stay in Corfu, it's easily accessible and a short drive from beaches/towns but feels truly private and special. The view is absolutely stunning, especially at sunset. The house itself is beautifully decorated, comfortable, and well-equipped. While we didn't meet in person, Matina was a lovely and communicative host, and Steven was super helpful and gave us great recommendations. I would (and will!) recommend Castelli Olive Press to anyone. Thank you again, Matina!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marge A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent!
It was best place we have ever been. It was clean, cosy and what a view. It is perfect place to spend your holiday when You like privacy. And Stephen is a really nice person.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peter H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Schöne ruhige Lage in den Bergen
Es war so schön wie es beschrieben war. Tolle ruhige Lage. Nette Verwalter: Maggie und Stephen.
Stayed 15 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

severino S., Oleiros

Liked: Cleanliness
Estupenda sitio con magnificas vistas
Las vistas desde la piscina o la mesa fuera son espectaculares. La casa está muy bien equipada, la cama es muy cómoda y la ducha es amplia y limpia. Está muy cerca de Acharavi, una localidad muy bien equipada con supermercados y restaurantes y cerca de muy buenas playas. Quizás mejoraría la intimidad y el aislamiento de Castelli Olive Press en relación con la casa vecina que tiene capacidad para 10 personas y está demasiado próxima en mi opinión
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Agata E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Entspannung pur!
Angenehme Kommunikation mit der Vermieterin. Wir haben im Voraus nützliche Infos erhalten. Wir wurden darauf hingewiesen, auf dem Weg die Einkäufe zu machen, was uns mindest. eine Fahrt in die Stadt erspart hat. Da die Anfahrt zu dem Ort bei Google Maps falsch verzeichnet ist, wird man von einem Freund der Familie in Acharavi abgeholt. Den Treffpunkt findet man einfach – es gibt tatsächlich nur einen Kreisel in der Stadt. Die Unterkunft liegt oben in den Bergen, inmitten eines Olivenhaines, ein Auto ist notwendig. Die Anfahrt ist etwas abenteuerlich – nur für geübte Autofahrer zu empfehlen (slalomreiche und teils relativ steile Schotterpiste). Wenn man aber das Ziel erreicht hat, wird man mit einem tollen Ausblick belohnt – über die grüne Insel bis zum Meer, zudem auf der rechten Seite Blick auf eine imposante Felsformation. Das Häuschen ist perfekt für zwei Personen. Sehr gepflegte und liebevoll ausgesuchte Einrichtung. Alles war sauber und komfortabel. Auf uns hat ein Begrüßungskörbchen mit tollen lokalen Spezialitäten gewartet. Hervorheben möchte ich das gepflegte Bad, die Fliegengitter in allen Fenstern, das schnelle und gut funktionierende W-Lan, den gepflegten Hof und natürlich den Pool mit einem herrlichen Ausblick, u.a. auf die Sonnenuntergänge, die wir sehr genossen haben. Außer der Saison war die größere Villa nicht bewohnt, damit hatten wir alle Sitzmöglichkeiten und den Pool nur für uns! Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt und würden wieder buchen.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ivonne Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kleines Haus mit großer Aussicht
Die "Olivenpresse" ist ein kleines Haus, das absolut ausreichend ist für zwei Personen, sehr schön und geschmackvoll eingerichtet und mit allen notwendigen Dingen ausgestattet: ein echtes Wohlfühlhaus. Das Haus selbst liegt am Rand eines alten Olivenhains, in einer kleinen Siedlung mit fünf Häusern und einem großzügigen Pool und wunderbaren Aussicht über den Nordteil der Insel. Das Handling vor Ort wie auch die Kommunikation mit der Vermieterin sind prompt, freundlich und zuverlässig. Bereits im Vorfeld erhielten wir hilfreiche Informationen. Statt einer mühevollen Wegbeschreibun, wurden wir in Acharavi abgeholt und zum Haus geleitet. Die Fahrt von Acharavi zum Haus dauerte keine zehn Minuten, wobei der letze Teil der Anfahrt kurvenreich und steil ist, aber gut zu bewältigen. Ein Auto ist erforderlich. Die Lage des Hauses lädt dazu ein den Nordteil der Insel zu erkunden. In der Nähe des Hauses führt ein Wanderweg vorbei, der einen über alte Pfade, verlassene Dörfer hoch in die Berge führt. Auch der Pantokrator ist nicht weit, allerdings sollte man nicht unbedingt vom Haus starten, es sei denn, man ist sehr ambitioniert. Alles in Allem ist die Olivenpresse unbedingt zu empfehlen!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Julien C., Paris, France

Cadre exceptionnel pour les amateurs de nature et d'isolement
Très bon accueil de Matina qui nous a guidé elle-même jusqu'au gîte, perché à flanc de montagne dans un hameau à 5 kilomètres environ d'Aharavi au nord de Corfou. La maison est bien équipée et décorée, et dispose d'une vue exceptionnelle. La terrasse est très agréable. Nous y avons passé un très agréable séjour. Comme expliqué, prévoir de louer un véhicule et/ou haut de caisse afin d'y accéder.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Peter N.

Schönes Haus mit toller Aussicht
Das Haus liegt ruhig in den Bergen. Es ist modern und schick eingerichtet. Um ans Haus zu kommen braucht man ein kleines Auto oder ein Geländewagen. Die letzten 400 Meter zum Haus sind kurwig und steil.

10/10 Excellent

Brigitte W.

MAGNIFIQUE!
L'accueil, la vue, le gite, tout était parfait. Le gite est complet, très propre. Le nettoyage plus le changement du linge de maison 2 fois semaine était une agréable surprise! La disponibilité de Stephen sur place plus les mails de Matina concernant les problèmes avec la location d'une voiture chez AVIS, nous ont beaucoup touché. La flexibilité pour les dates d'arrivée et de départ sont un plus! Brigitte.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Mathias P.

Perfect place!
This is the most perfect place to explore the island of Corfu. There was so much detail in the little cottage, everything was brand new and very clean. View on top of the hill is amazing. Pool area is also very nice. Stamatia was a very good host and always replied quickly even though we didn't meet her in person. We would definitely come again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2016

10/10 Excellent

Elena A., Moscow

Incredible
We absolutely fell in love with the house. Well-decorated, harmonical inside and the most beautiful view we've ever seen from outside! We were welcomed very warm and friendly. Stephen, thank you very much!

10/10 Excellent

Florian T.

Very quiet place with very friendly host in outstanding quality and services
The view from the house is amazing.. on top of a hill surrounded with olives trees..a very quiet place to enjoy away from the main tourist area. . The house is very comfortable with high standard ... We will recommend the places to our friends and family
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

Kurz gesagt, rundum perfekt
Tolle Lage, atemberaubender Ausblick! Wir kommen wieder!!!