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Set within an enchanting olive grove, overlooking the beautiful bay of Agni, the Agni Olive is a unique 6 bedroomed villa transformed by the sure touch of its owner, Giuseppe, into a romantic and utterly delightful hideaway. It must be one of the most bewitching houses in Corfu, full of character, chic, a skilful blend of old and new. Many features of the old olive press have been incorporated into the house - vaulted brick and stone walls and openings, millstones put to use as tables. A broad paved terrace catches the sun for much of the day and looks down over the olive trees to the sea and the mainland opposite.
 

The two swimming pools makes the Olive Press one of the most desirable rental properties in the Agni area.
 

The olive press has been restored into two self-contained areas:
 

Upper Level: Olive Press

The main property, which houses the original olive press, has an open-plan dining/living room with kitchen. The first floor, which is reached by a wooden staircase, has two twin-bedded rooms and a family bathroom. On the upper floor is a double bedroom with en suite bathroom. The bedrooms are air conditioned.
 

Ground Floor Annex

The ground floor of the property has been converted into a separate annex with living area, kitchen, 3 bedrooms (1 double and 2 twin) with 2 bathrooms. The bedrooms are air conditioned.
 

The original olive press has been converted into a large living area. At one end is a fireplace, set off by unusual curved couches constructed of stone bases with comfortable cushioning, that face the open fireplace. The walls are hung with old tools and artefacts recalling the building's past. Double French doors lead on to the large upper sea view terrace.
 

A large stone wheel press serves as the inside dining table. Double French doors lead out to the sun terrace.
 

The kitchen area is amazing - unconventional perhaps in its artistic design, but nevertheless well-equipped. It houses all modern appliances including a dishwasher and oven (microwave/grill/conventional oven).
 

Washing Machine

There is a washing machine in an outside laundry room.
 

The three upper bedrooms (all air-conditioned) are reached via an open wooden staircase which has been constructed using part of the old press.
 

1st Twin

At the top of the first flight of stairs and at the front of the house is a twin-bedded room, simply furnished to set off the handsome stone walls. Two windows overlook wonderful views over Agni Bay.
 

2nd Twin

Next door is a smaller twin-bedded room with French doors leading to a small veranda to the rear of the house.
 

The top floor is reached via another short flight of stairs and used to be the loft of the olive press. This room has a large double bed facing the full-width patio doors which open onto a private balcony.
 

The Olive press has 5 bathrooms. 3 in the main houser and 2 in the annex.
 

House Bathroom

Master Bedroom En Suite

The annex occupies the lower part of the property and has separate access and offers traditional accommodation for an additional 6 people.
 

Large patio doors and windows on two sides of the living area make the dividing line between indoors and out almost invisible - a real garden room. These patio doors are the entry to the property.
 

There is a well equipped kitchen - incorporating original stone features and including a washing machine.
 

There are 3 air conditioned bedrooms.
 

The annex has two bathrooms both with showers.
 

Because many of the old parts of the olive press have been used in the construction of the house (in particular the staircase), we do not recommend this property for the elderly or families with small children.
 

Reviews of The Olive Press Agni Bay, by previous clients, can be viewed here: The Olive Press Agni Bay Corfu Reviews
 

The magical swimming pool has been modeled around the 'Baths of Aphrodite'. This mythical location is where the the Goddess of Love used to take her bath in a cool pond near Polis. According to legend, Aphrodite used to bathe in this pond, set within an olive grove with sweet smelling wild flowers. It is here that she met her beloved Adonis for the first time. Adonis was hunting in the Akamas forest when stopped to quench his thirst. He was struck by the sight of the naked goddess bathing in the crystal waters. Aphrodite and Adonis were instantly bewitched by each other's extraordinary beauty.
 

This setting has been imaginatively recreated at the Olive Press with two pools; an upper pool which cascades into a lower pool.
 

Pool Dimensions

Upper Pool Size: 8m x 7m
Depths: Shallow: 0.1m; Deep End: 1.50m
Lower Pool Size: 9m x 8m
Depths: Shallow: 0.8m; Deep End: 1.80m
 

Nightlighting illuminates the area so it can also be enjoyed in the evening.
 

Doors from the main olive press living room open on to a large shaded terrace with sea views down to Agni Bay. To help you enjoy the setting, there are easy chairs and a large wooden dining table.
 

The main terrace is totally private.
 

A short set of stone steps lead down from the main terrace to the pool terraces.
 

There is a shaded parking area just below the villa.
 

Facilities

• Corfu Villa with Pool
• Sea Views
• Near tavernas
• Near beaches
• Secluded
• Detached Property
• Boat Taxi Service
• Washing machine
• Traditional
• Dishwasher
• Supermarket Delivery
• Air conditioning
• Private Parking
• Maid service (x3)
• Bed Linen and towels

Amenities

• Agni (via footpath) 500 metres
  
• Nearest beach (Agni) 530 metres
  
• Nearest tavernas (Agni) 520 metres
  
• Nearest mini-market (via footpath) than 315 metres
  
• Supermarket delivery service
  

The house is set within an olive grove and pathways lead down to Agni Bay and up to the village of Loustri where you will find the bakery for your daily loaf of fresh warm bread.
 

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Stella Lewis is our 'Corfu Expert'. She started working with Agni Travel at the very start. Stella has lived on Corfu for 9 years. For more local information about our Corfu rental properties or Corfu in general, contact Stella on:
UK: 020 812 31535 (Your call will be automatically re-directed to our Corfu office, free of charge) or send Stella a message: Corfu Information Request

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Email: sales@agni.gr

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Kalami

Kalami: The bay of Kalami nestles below the hills of the North East Corfu and is famous for both its beautiful beach, and Lawrence Durrell's 'White House'. A popular destination for couples, Kalami is also ideal for a family holiday with tavernas, safe swimming, water sports and boat hire - everyone is catered for!

Krouzeri Beach

Krouzeri has a long beach (sandy and pebbles) offering safe swimming, water sports and diving. Beachside tavernas provide welcome refreshments to those enjoying the beach and excellent snorkelling. The nearby Nissaki Beach Hotel offers a swimming pool which is open to non-residents, a restaurant and bar and, during the evening a low-key disco. There is a jetty/collection point for the water taxis which operate in the area.