Altea

Set among olive groves on Corfu’s west coast, this contemporary four-bedroom residence looks out across the Ionian Sea toward open sunset views, with the sandy beach of Paramonas reached on foot within minutes. Designed as two separate stone-built volumes connected by a glazed corridor, the house balances privacy and openness while sitting naturally within the surrounding landscape.

The approach follows a quiet hillside road lined with mature olive trees, gradually revealing the sea beyond the property. Low stone walls, pale terraces, and simple architectural lines echo the rural character of the area, while large openings and broad outdoor spaces orient the house entirely toward the western coastline and evening light.

The main living area unfolds beneath high timber-beamed ceilings, where natural wood tones soften the contemporary interior palette. Floor-to-ceiling openings draw sunlight deep into the space throughout the day, while the sea remains visible from nearly every principal room. The atmosphere is relaxed and understated, with uncluttered interiors allowing the landscape and changing light to remain central to the experience of the house.

The kitchen forms part of the open-plan living space and connects directly to the outdoor dining terraces, creating an easy transition between indoor and outdoor living. A second outdoor kitchen and barbecue area sit beneath shaded pergolas beside the pool, arranged for long summer lunches and evenings outdoors as the sun lowers across the horizon.

Accommodation is positioned within the second building, allowing a degree of separation between social and private areas of the home. The four bedrooms each include their own bathroom and open onto terraces or garden spaces, maintaining a strong connection to the outdoors. Large sliding doors and carefully positioned windows allow natural ventilation to move through the interiors, while the orientation captures both sea views and the softer evening light characteristic of Corfu’s west coast.

The exterior spaces are arranged across generous terraces surrounding the swimming pool, with shaded seating areas extending toward the sea-facing edges of the property. Olive trees frame the views and provide natural privacy, while glass balustrades preserve uninterrupted sightlines across the coastline and open water beyond. The pool terrace remains particularly calm in the late afternoon, when the light shifts across the stone façades and the sea gradually reflects the colours of sunset.

Despite the peaceful setting, the property remains close to nearby villages and coastal amenities, combining the atmosphere of a secluded summer retreat with practical access to the island’s western coastline.