The central part of Corfu is not just the point of arrival and departure - the port and the airport. The old town of Corfu - recently awarded Unesco heritage status - is one of the hidden secrets of the Mediterranean and very much the centre of everyday life in Corfu. Numerous paved and flower-bedecked squares entice the visitor to enjoy a coffee in one of the many pavement cafes. There are sudden glimpses of the sea between tall Venetian buildings and day and night, people stroll or bustle to work. Drive quickly through the inevitable urban sprawl and the west coast beckons with probably the best sandy beaches on the whole island. The mountain slopes that back these west coast beaches are covered in luxuriant pines as well as the more familiar cypress and olive. The beaches at Glyfada and Pelekas have rightly become popular with Corfiots because of their proximity to the town, and whilst Pelekas retains some of its old hippy atmosphere from the '60s, Glyfada is where to go to "see and be seen".

VILLA BY THE SEA
Prestige property for sale in the exclusive area of Kommeno, practically on the sea and within easy reach of Corfu town, the airport, marina and golf club.
Price: on application

TURQUOISE BAY
One of the most stunning pieces of land on the market - unspoilt mountainside, olive groves, cliff tops and exclusive access to one of Corfu's picture-postcard beaches.
Price: 3,500,000 euros

LAGOON VILLA
An extravagantly designed villa in one of the most sought after areas of Corfu. With luxurious finishings and an excellent sea view, this property stands out from the crowd. The owner is very keen to sell and is willing to discuss a variety of payment options on the asking price.
Price: 2,300,000 euros

VILLA GAIA
The last word in luxury and contemporary design! This is a new, absolutely outstanding, Mediterranean-style villa, reflecting the highest standards of design and build quality, in a convenient location, 3 km from the nearest beach and the international Marina, and only 11 km from Corfu Town and the Airport. It has commanding views down to the Marina, Corfu Town and along the scenic north-east coast.
Price: 2,100,000 euros

LULU'S HOUSE
This is a stunning new villa, perched on top of a hill with breathtaking mountain and sea views. In splendid isolation, offering supreme peace and tranquility, this is the only inhabited house in this totally unspoilt valley, yet the sea at Ipsos and all everyday supplies are only five minutes drive away.
Price: 1,400,000 euros

THE PARK
Totally unique, classic, gracious property, in large area of parkland, private woodland and olive groves. The owners of this property have designed a simple, yet exquisite home which, although constructed only a few years ago, blends perfectly into the rolling parkland as if it was always there.
Price: 1,100,000 euros