Corfu Old Town Penthhouse - Overview

Corfu romantic triplex penthhouse at the heart of the old town overlooking the castle and the new port.

Property Description

This unique penthouse ispositioned in the best spot in the old town providing easy minute walking distance to the sea front, the renowned big square of Liston and to the public and private transportation. The appartment features a triplex structure whereby all levels have an authentic and romantic taste. Full od windows and light, full of pleasant music vibes of the old city like the strolling music bands and the church chorus nearby at times of festivities. It is still very quite and provides for moments of relaxation and delight after a busy day touring the island or coming from the beach.
Layout
Lower Lever : Studio with double bed, sofa bed, windows overlooking the old town, kitchennete and bath
Middle Level: Living space with double sofa bed and widows overlooking the old town of Corfu, open plan Kitchen
Upper Level: Guest bathroom, guest bedroom windows overlooking the old town, master bedroom overlooking the castle and the port and ensuite bathroom.
A real pleasure for every taste.

Local Information

The old town of Corfu is on UNESCO’s World Heritage List. The Old Town of Corfu, on the Island of Corfu off the western coasts of Albania and Greece, is located in a strategic position at the entrance of the Adriatic Sea, and has its roots in the 8th century BC. The three forts of the town, designed by renowned Venetian engineers, were used for four centuries to defend the maritime trading interests of the Republic of Venice against the Ottoman Empire. In the course of time, the forts were repaired and partly rebuilt several times, more recently under British rule in the 19th century. The mainly neoclassical housing stock of the Old Town is partly from the Venetian period, partly of later construction, notably the 19th century. As a fortified Mediterranean port, Corfu’s urban and port ensemble is notable for its high level of integrity and authenticity.

Outstanding Universal Value

The ensemble of the fortifications and the Old Town of Corfu is located in a strategic location at the entrance to the Adriatic Sea. Historically, its roots go back to the 8th century BC and to the Byzantine period. It has thus been subject to various influences and a mix of different peoples. From the 15th century, Corfu was under Venetian rule for some four centuries, then passing to French, British and Greek governments. At various occasions, it had to defend the Venetian maritime empire against the Ottoman army. Corfu was a well thought of example of fortification engineering, designed by the architect Sanmicheli, and it proved its worth through practical warfare. Corfu has its specific identity, which is reflected in the design of its system of fortification and in its neo-classical building stock. As such, it can be placed alongside other major Mediterranean fortified port cities.

The urban and port ensemble of Corfu, dominated by its fortresses of Venetian origin, constitutes an architectural example of outstanding universal value in both its authenticity and its integrity.

The overall form of the fortifications has been retained and displays traces of Venetian occupation, including the Old Citadel and the New Fort, but primarily interventions from the British period. The present form of the ensemble results from the works in the 19th and 20thcenturies. The authenticity and integrity of the urban fabric are primarily those of a neo-classical town.

Directions

 (click images to enlarge ) There are several charter flights throughout the year from major European cities directly to Corfu. Corfu airport is just 10km or 10min drive away from the appt. The port of Corfu where major cruise lines come to anchor (specially from Italy) is just 1km away from the appt. location. Taxi stationand and public transportation is just 100 meters away from the building.

Nearest Airport: Preveza Lefkas Aktion (PVK) (1km)