| Our amazing villa is being set amidst lush greenery, in the area of Stroggili, located about 20 km away from Corfu’s town. Stroggili provides easy access to nearby seaside resorts, such as the famous areas of Benitses and Moraitika. The nearest beach to Stroggili is called Agios Ioannis Peristeron – a mix of pebbles and sand – situated within 1.5 km away from the center of Stroggili. | Most of the traditional houses of the village of Stroggili are surrounded by dense vegetation or boast well-landscaped gardens, while visitors there will be able to savor delicious tastes in the local tavern or enjoy fresh drinks in the existing cafeteria-bar of the village. |
The lively atmosphere of Moraitika attracts nowadays lots of tourists, wishing to have fun in bars and restaurants. Moreover, travelers head to Moraitika beach – a mix of pebbles and sand – where they can be offered various entertainment opportunities, such as water sports. From Moraitika Bay you can also join boat trips for adventurous explorations.
Stroggili is an inland, old village, built during the 16th century by Cretan colonists which were brought to the island by the Venetians in order to increase its population. It is built on the slopes of Mt. Panayia, in a verdant location, above the settlement of Agios Ioannis Peristeron. It was in Strogilli where the poet of the School of the Ionian Islands, Gerasimos Markoras mostly lived. In the village, his ancestral home still remains intact with furniture and his personal items, such as his office and many manuscripts.
On the island of Corfu you are offered various entertainment opportunities as well as lots of places of cultural importance to visit and learn about. The most amazing thing is though that you can experience unique moments by the sea in one of the numerous seaside resorts existing on the island. Choose Corfu for your next holidays and enjoy safe swimming along with endless opportunities and activities for having fun.