27/09/2026
The story of Villa Icarus 🌿✨
Our story began in 2018, when we bought Villa Icarus as a renovation project. The renovations took place throughout 2019 and 2020, transforming the property into the villa you see today.
Then the pandemic changed everything. We found ourselves in Corfu through 2020 and 2021, and with more time to explore the area and enjoy the property, we fell in love with both. What started as a renovation project became something much more personal.
In 2022, we added the private swimming pool, followed by a further expansion of the patio in early 2023. These changes helped create the relaxed indoor-outdoor living that is such a big part of Villa Icarus today. ☀️
The main villa sleeps 8 across four beautifully appointed en-suite bedrooms, each with access to a balcony or patio and far-reaching views across the valley and mountains.
Downstairs, the open-plan kitchen, dining and living area flows naturally out onto the expansive patio, outdoor kitchen and BBQ — making it easy to spend the day together, moving between inside and out. 🍷🌿
And then there’s Icaraki, our separate self-contained apartment within the grounds. Designed to give one couple their own private space while still being part of the wider group, it means the whole property can accommodate up to 12 guests when booked together.
Set amongst the olive trees in Perama, Villa Icarus is just 7km from Corfu Old Town and a short drive from the airport. It’s close enough to explore the island, with beaches, walking routes and some of our favourite places all within easy reach, while still feeling like a peaceful place to come home to.
We’ve got to know Corfu very well over the years, and we’re always happy to share our favourite walks, beaches, viewpoints and restaurants — especially the places you might not find in the guidebooks. 💙
What began as a renovation project has become a place we really love. And we hope that when you stay, you’ll understand why.