Each of the houses is built by hand, using local limestone, exactly the way it was 2 centuries ago. Each suite has been individually restored and is decorated with a dash of Venetian influence to mirror their past, whilst providing a contemporary level of comfort. The Merchant’s House has a Category ‘A’ rating, the equivalent of 4 stars.

Beaches

There are many beautiful beaches along the northeast coast. The closest to Old Perithia is Agios Spyridon (15 mins), others that are less than 30 mins away by car include; Kalamaki, Agios Stefanos, Kerasia, Barbati and Agni.

Activities

The wonderful location of the old village, its surrounding countryside and unpolluted sky, draw all manner of enthusiasts and experts alike. It’s ideal for walking, photography, painting, history, geology, entomology, ornithology, herpetology, botany, ecology, apiology and astrology…

The suites include:

• Independent entrance to each suite.
• Separate living rooms (except no. 6)
• Private garden and seating area
• Ensuite bathrooms
• Gilchrist & Soames ‘BeeKind™’ soap, shampoo|conditoner and shower gel
• Cocomat mattresses
• Fresh towels and linens
• Central Heating, and *Air Conditioning
• Coffee and tea making facilities, as well as glasses, cups and saucers
• Mini fridge with complimentary water on arrival
• Multi language satellite flat screen tv with wide selection of channels
• Radio|MP3 player
• Free wi-fi and internet access
• A Safe
• Hairdryer 
• Books, guidebooks, magazines and games
• Numerous electricity points
• Other complimentary items, in addition to those above, include; A small kettle, Nespresso coffee, a selection of teas, milk, sugar, honey and lemon. Breakfast at the award-winning Ognistra tavern

*An iron and ironing board is available upon request. (Use of air conditioning is available at a small surcharge).

The fabrics for the beds and cushions are supplied by FS Home Collections in The Netherlands, suppliers to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. The traditional white Corfiot curtains are all hand-made locally.

Garden

Guests also have use of The Merchant’s House private walled garden and seating area.

Sea | Swimming Pool

As a protected heritage site, no swimming pools are permitted within or near the village, however, a selection of local beaches surrounded by azure seas are just a 15 minute drive away.

Breakfast is included, and served daily from 08.30am. The extensive menu can be seen at the back of the information pack on arrival, or in Ognistra taverna.