Designed and built by a Norman Foster trained architect and built to the highest specifications by the owner, this luxury villa with pool in north-east Corfu combines a strong Venetian influence complementing traditional Corfiot features with the ultimate in contemporary comfort. It offers privacy, luxurious accommodation and stunning pool areas with much sought after sea access.
The location of Cassiopeia House is unrivalled. The house has its own vehicular access and is a 10-15 minute walk to the thriving little harbour of Kassiopi with its shops, bars and restaurants. Boat hire is a must, as from Cassiopeia House it is an easy trip to one of the many pretty waterside tavernas on the north-east coastline, stopping for a swim in another deserted cove along the way. The estate’s stunningly beautiful grounds incorporate woodland areas, beautiful rock formations and a host of indigenous trees, low shrubs, herbs, flora and fauna. A network of pathways and steps offers guests a magical tour of the estate, incorporating tranquil wooded areas, spectacular views and a number of perfectly placed seating areas along the way from which guests can relax and take in the scenery.
The first sight, from the crest of the hill, of the seven bedroom Cassiopeia House is truly breathtaking. The sapphire coloured sea and theatrical and dramatic Albanian mountains provide the perfect backdrop for the intricate and elegantly tiled roofs and silhouette of this luxury villa with pool in north-east Corfu. As you pass through the archway and through a traditional Corfiot door you enter into an achingly beautiful courtyard, a magical world of your own where the frenetic modern world is left behind. There is direct access from the courtyard into the first master bedroom suite and adjoining guest room. The unashamedly romantic master bedroom suite has the stunning high vaulted wooden ceiling of a Venetian tower and access to is own private terrace with an impressive outdoor Jacuzzi. A ‘his and hers’ dressing area, walk-in shower, Jacuzzi bath and extremely comfortable super king size Jensen bed with enormous headboard add to the sumptuous luxury of the room. A viewing gallery with telescope allows for 360 degree views of the Corfu Channel, Albania and the Corfiot landscape.
From the courtyard you glimpse the stunning sea views beyond Cassiopeia’s magnificent 16m sitting room with sunlight streaming through the nine French windows opening onto a breathtaking terrace with spectacular mountain and sea views. This serene and glamorous sitting room has stone floors and two beautiful open Corfiot fireplaces at either end. Furnished with comfortable sofas and chairs and internationally sourced fabrics, art and artefacts it provides the perfect balance of elegance and comfort at one end of the room, with a dining table seating 14 allowing for indoor entertaining at the other end, for cooler evenings. The terrace provides a perfect place to relax and to entertain. Its spectacular wrap-around views of the sea are quite breathtaking and the views towards the bays and inlets of Avlaki and to the rocky Island and lighthouse of Kaparelli in the south and up to the Kassiopi headland and Albanian mountains in the north are unrivalled. Cassiopeia’s well-equipped and state of the art kitchen opens out onto a fabulous outdoor covered entertaining area with its own bar, barbecue and outside dining table for up to 20 guests.
Stairs from the sitting room lead down to five spacious bedrooms and bathrooms with their huge walk-in showers and marble surfaces. Each bedroom has been exquisitely interior designed and decorated with their own subtle themes and all have their own private terraces shaded by magnificent hand crafted stone arches and beautiful sea views, a perfect spot to relax in peace. A fabulously funky retro cinema room with three huge “Hollywood Pink” sofas, a massive 52 inch TV screen and a VW camper van adorning the wall, is always a huge hit with the guests of Cassiopeia. A small gym plus a sauna and steam room complete the ground floor.
The huge pool house and area is simply stunning. There is a 20m salt water infinity pool which merges seamlessly with the blue of the sky and sea. The poolside ‘Moroccan area’ with comfortable seating and striking stripey cushions provides the perfect shaded reading and relaxation area whilst the elegant pool house has a Corfiot fireplace, barbecue and small kitchen equipped with fridge, dishwasher, icemaker and all the poolside essentials. For a change of scene, hand crafted stone steps lead up to a second smaller pool overlooking the main infinity pool and area below. Designed with smaller children and parents in mind, the oval pool is easily viewed from the fabulously comfortable poolside day beds and sun loungers. From here steps weave their way down to a small pebble beach offering beautiful sea swimming and snorkelling from this luxury villa with pool in north-east Corfu.
Spectacular images of the Kassiopia estate have been taken by the renowned photographer Clive Nichols and can be viewed and purchased by searching for “Kassiopia Estate”.
THE ACCOMMODATION
Courtyard
First Master Tower bedroom with Jensen super king size bed and 42” TV. En-suite bathroom with walk in shower and jacuzzi corner bath. Terrace (leading to the outdoor Jacuzzi for 9 persons).
The Courtyard bedroom - Twin bedded room with en-suite shower room. Terrace.
Ground floor
Large sitting room with dining area, table for 14 guests, leading to an enormous terrace and outside dining and entertaining areas.
Study.
Cloakroom.
Kitchen.
Outside dining / BBQ and bar area off the sitting room and kitchen.
Outside table for 14 or 20 guests.
Drinks fridges / ice machines.
Lower ground floor
Double bedroom with super king size bed and en-suite shower room. Covered terrace (shared with other bedrooms).
Double bedroom with super king size bed (can be converted into two single beds) and en-suite shower room. Covered terrace (shared with other bedrooms).
Double bedroom with super king size bed (can be converted into two single beds) and en-suite shower room. Covered terrace (shared with other bedrooms).
The two remaining bedrooms on the lower ground floor (five bedrooms in total), can be made into an independent family suite if required. A door in the passageway leads to the second master bedroom and a twin bedroom forming a bedroom suite, combined with seating, study area and bathroom.
The second master bedroom has a four poster super king size bed. Private terrace.
Twin bedded room (cannot be converted into a double) with covered terrace (shared with other bedrooms).
Study area with desk, sofa, TV and dressing area.
Bathroom with large walk in shower and bath.
Cinema room – 52” TV and B&W speakers.
Gym – treadmill, cross trainer and multi-gym.
Sauna, steam room and massage table.
Housekeeping room.
THE FACILITIES
Air conditioning / ceiling fans in all bedrooms, kitchen, dining room and sitting room.
Interchangeable twin beds using zippable padded top mattresses to create double beds in two out of the four twin bedrooms.
English sprung mattresses.
Egyptian cotton linen.
Feather and down / anti-allergen pillows – choice available on request.
Individual safes and torches in each bedroom.
The "healthy" stuff
Running machine, cross trainer and multi-gym.
Pool table, table football, table tennis table and darts board in the courtyard.
Swim jet exercise machine in the main swimming pool.
Spring-free trampoline.
Outdoor Jacuzzi.
Boule Court.
Fishing rods.
The "tech" stuff
Surround sound cinema room with 52” TV and five B&W speakers.
TV with 250 satellite TV and Radio channels, including movies, in all bedrooms, the study and the gym.
I-Pod docking speakers in all bedrooms.
Sonos music system in 9 zones including the sitting room, Tower master bedroom, pool area and outdoor terrace.
Spotify
Multi channel music library.
Video Library (Roku - 400 films)
Wi-fi (including the pool area).
Good mobile reception.
Computer, fax, printer and Wi-fi connection in the ground floor study.
Two swimming pools with sun beds and umbrellas
20m x 9m (1.8m deep) salt-water infinity pool with sunken day seats and corner viewing seats.
Swim jet exercise machine.
Oval shaped salt-water children’s pool with stone water feature.
Sun terraces.
Shaded Moroccan terrace.
From the pool area, access to the sea and a small pebble beach – accessed by narrow steps.
Swimming areas from the beach, the rocks and jetty.
Fishing off the rocks and jetty.
Jetty (shared with Atolikos House).
The pool house
Changing room with power shower and restroom.
Drinks fridge.
Ice machines.
Dishwasher.
Kitchen.
Sonos music system.
Outdoor shower.
Corfiot fireplace and BBQ.
Lounge sofas.
Shaded and covered seating areas.
Sustainability
Natural water collected from the winter rains for house use.
Grey water recycled for irrigation and used for all the outdoor garden plants.
Solar lighting of the garden, woodland and pathways.
Floatron pool technology (reduced chlorine).
Guests are encouraged to help the local environment by preserving water during their stay.
THE STAFF INCLUDED IN THE RENTAL
Concierge - responsible for the day to day needs of the guests. The concierge is not resident but will come to Cassiopeia House when required and is contactable six days per week.
Housekeeper - responsible for the day to day cleaning and running of the domestic side of the house and supervising the second maid as required – up to 32 hours per week over six days per week.
Grounds person and general handyman - responsible for general duties to include keeping the grounds tidy, gardening, cleaning the pools and the pool house and replenishing logs for the fire if required (logs at extra cost) - six days per week
ADDITIONAL STAFF INCLUDED IN THE RENTAL IF TAKEN WITH ATOLIKOS HOUSE (FROM 2ND JULY TO 27TH AUGUST)
The chef and the chef’s assistant - Included in the rental for July and August is a chef and a chef’s assistant who will both work from Cassiopeia House six days a week. The chef is responsible for all cooking requirements (breakfast, lunch or dinner) for six days per week. This includes shopping for food and drink (to a budget if required), serving, clearing up and BBQs, as required. The assistant will assist in the food preparation, lay / clear tables and help serve (if required). During other periods of the season (outside July and August) a cook may be arranged on booking, subject to availability and at extra cost.
Additional maid service. When both properties are taken together, an additional maid service will be provided, six days a week.
OTHER SERVICES INCLUDED IN THE RENTAL
Linen change - twice per week.
Air conditioning.
Pool towels.
Bathrobes - in all bedrooms.
Bathroom products.
Jacuzzi hot tub, sauna and steam room – no extra charges for usage.
Children’s cot, bed guards, stair guards, intercom, baby play pen and high chairs – all complimentary.
Postal service - post box in the courtyard and daily collection by the housekeeper.
FULL CONCIERGE AND EXTRA SERVICES - arranged by the concierge and charged locally
Personal trainer, yoga, pilates and holistic training - booked in advance and by appointment.
Massage therapist, manicure, pedicure and body waxing - booked in advance and by appointment.
Treatments, makeup and Hairdresser - booked in advance and by appointment.
Personal laundry and dry cleaning service - a local laundry service can be arranged by the housekeeper (at an extra cost to the client).
Nanny, baby sitting and extra staff assistance and service.
Doctor and pharmacy service.
Morning papers, postal and courier service - on request.
Wine cellar – stocked with French wine, prosecco and champagne.
Arrival grocery and beverage service.
Outside July and August a local cook or chef can be requested, at extra cost, at the time of booking.
Catering - there is an excellent local catering firm who can deliver prepared food and provide staff for special occasions.
Local art classes – booked in advance.
Cookery courses for Greek cuisine using only Greek and local products with a cook who taught in the Faculty of Tourism Management (minimum 1 day) – booked in advance.
Volzhenka Caviar, supplier of the finest caviar in the World, can be purchased at the Kassiopia Estate.
Restaurant and local Taverna reservations and recommendations.
Birthday and anniversary celebrations and entertainment - including Greek dancing, music and photography.
Private language courses (Greek, Russian, German, English) by native speakers (also ideal for small children combined with activities).
Private music concerts by well known Greek musicians and by musicians who play in the Athens State Orchestra (many of whom play in private properties in Athens and for the International Embassies).
Private music lessons by specialised music teachers.
Photography courses and / or private photo shooting.
Private dance courses (from Argentinian tango to traditional Greek dances and more).
Physiotherapy and Acupuncture.
Limousine and chauffeur service, water taxi to and from the airport, private car transfers, car hire and rental and taxi transfers.
Live entertainment and fireworks for Birthday and Anniversary celebrations.
LOCAL FACILITIES AND ACTIVITIES AVAILABLE - can be booked independently or through the concierge as required
Tennis (the local court is 3 minutes away by car).
Horse riding.
Boat hire - skippered tours of the island and the highly recommended arrival and departure day transfer by boat from/to Corfu Town/Airport to the Kassiopia Estate's private jetty.
Water sports (including water skiing).
Scuba Diving.
Fishing.
Sailing.
Golf at Ropa Valley.
All inclusive Golf packages (50% discount on all Green fees) are exclusively available to all clients staying at The Kassiopia Estate.
Paragliding ("Parapente") Vatos, Pelekas, Agios Gordis and Pantokrator Mountain.
Private sight seeing and guided shopping tours in Corfu Town.
Advice on places to visit in the world heritage listed Corfu Town.
Day trips to Paxos, the Greek mainland and Islands north of Corfu by skippered boat.
Day (or overnight) trips to Albania by boat. Met by private guide, private jeep. Visits to the Roman site of Butrint, Gjirokastor and Blue Eye as required.
