Marilena is an exceptional host. She greeted us with a generous basket that included olive oil made from the olive trees in the backyard, wine, fresh bread, and other thoughtful essentials. Later in our stay, she surprised us again with homemade kumquat jam, which was such a special touch.
One of the highlights of our time there was walking the grounds with Marilena as she showed us the edible herbs and greens growing around the property. She pointed out the lemon and orange trees we could pick from and even took the time to teach us how to harvest olives and explained the brining process. These experiences made our stay feel truly unique and connected to the place.
Her welcome book was extremely helpful, with house information, easy Greek phrases, and recommendations for local restaurants and nearby sites. She also kept us informed about upcoming events in Acharavi and Old Town Corfu ( a short 45 minute drive from the home), which helped us feel part of the community during our stay.
We thoroughly enjoyed our time in this special home and are grateful for the friendship we developed with Marilena. We would happily stay again and highly recommend both the home and the host.