The White House VillaProudly laid on a promontory at the edge of the sea, the White House, the most famous House in Corfu retains its authentic character since Lawrence Durrell lived with his wife Nancy from 1935-1939 and wrote the best seller “Prospero’s Cell”.
The White House is a simple accommodation with the charm of the traditional village house, carrying the precious legacy of the Durrell’s writing. Describing the house Lawrence wrote: “... The rooms look lovely and gracious with their white-washed walls, and the few bright paintings and books. The windows give directly on the sea, so that its perpetual sighing is the rhythm of our work and our sleeping. By day it runs golden on the ceilings, reflecting back the bright peasant rugs - a ship, a gorgon, a loom, a cypress-tree; reflecting back the warm crude pottery of our table...”  The White House Villa sleeps up to 8 people and is on the upper floor of the building with a small balcony overlooking excellent full views to Kalami bay.
White and brown are the prominent colours in all the decorations. The biggest open space inside the White House is the lounge and dinning area together, reaching from one side of the House (the entrance) to the other (the balcony). Three settees, plenty of bamboo armchairs and many small tables, decorate the room, providing plenty of resting space. A big firm wooden table that Lawrence used to have as his desk, some chairs and two wooden benches make the dining table of the  White House. The newly installed French doors open up the balcony to share the privileged views of the sea, with the rest of the house. This small balcony is literally over the sea, making morning breakfast and evenings a delight. KitchenIs very well equipped kitchen with a kettle, toaster, toast maker, coffee and washing machine, a big fridge / freezer and a full cooker. BedroomsThe White House in Kalami Corfu, has four twin bedrooms, one bathroom and one shower room (hairdryer is included). All of them have immediate access to the lounge, kitchen and sitting area. All rooms are spotlessly clean.
The bedrooms are adequately equipped and have ceiling fans. The bathroom and shower room are spacious.
Booking Information Reservations can be made all days of the week. There is flexibility in bookings for any number of days. Please email us with your enquiries. - Blue Bay Travel is located at the front of Dimitris Apartments in the centre of Kalami village nearby to “Giorgos” super market. We will provide you with instructions for your arrival.
- We have information books in the White House, we kindly request that you read the book as it has important health and safety information and information regarding the functioning of the property.
- Check in time is 13:00 and check out time is 11:00
- Baby cots and high chairs are provided at extra charge
- Campbeds are provided at extra charge
- There is maid service three times per week.
- Towels will be changed twice a week and linen will be changed once a week.
- Extra changes are available upon request for an additional charge.
Facilities- Swimming pool 20m
- Children’s paddling pool 150 m
- Pre-arrival groceries shopping service
- Super market delivery service
- There are open parking areas around the property.
| Amenities - Beach 30 m
- Nearest taverna 5 m
- Nearest mini market 60m
- Nearest bar 60m
- Internet access 100m
- Pool Bar 120m
| Activities- Fishing / Snorkelling
- Walking and rambling
- Water sports
- Pedalos
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Essential information that will enhance your holiday- Flights:
E-mail us and we will be happy to provide you with our list of suggested airline companies for your flight ticket bookings. - Transfers:
 Blue Bay Travel arranges private transfers with licensed taxis or minibuses for the guests’ arrivals and departures. The guests arrive comfortably at their accommodation, ready to start their holiday avoiding the delays and worries of getting a transfer at the busy Corfu airport, especially when the temperatures are high.
Transfer arrangements can be made at the time of booking or 2 weeks before your arrival date. The driver will be waiting for you at the arrivals of the airport, holding a clipboard with your name on it. If there is a delay with your flight, the driver will be waiting for you at the time you arrive. For the transfer booking, your flight details are required: flight number, flight arrival (Corfu) time and airport. - Boat Hire:
 Escape for the day and explore secluded coves and unspoiled beaches. Have the experience of boating with one of the best boats in the area. Easy to handle, with no special license needed for up to 30hp boats and boat hire tuition and instructions are provided, we guarantee you a memorable experience:
> More information about Boat Hire - Car hire:
Feel free to enquire regarding car hire information. We will be glad to help you with the selection of a suitable car for your holiday:
> More information about Car Hire
Driving from the airport At the exit to the airport, turn RIGHT. You will pass through a residential area before reaching a junction with traffic lights at the sea.- Turn LEFT at the sea and continue along this road. You will pass Corfu Palace' Hotel on your left, the Old Town on your left and the Old Fort on your right, you will eventually pass under an archway of the Palace of Saint's Michael & George.
- Follow the road and you will pass the Old Port. Go through 2 sets of traffic lights followed by a long stretch of bars, night clubs and restaurants on the left, the sea will be on your right all the way to Kalami.
- You will come to a large T Junction with traffic lights, turn RIGHT down the slip road.
- Continue along the dual carriageway, pass through several sets of traffic lights. Just after the 'Park Hotel' on the left (there is half a boat sticking out the front of the hotel) you will come to traffic lights at a busy junction. Turn RIGHT - follow signs for Kassiopi.
- Pass through resorts of Dassia, Ipsos, and then the road will narrow as you start your ascent along the coastline. You will pass through Barbati, Nissaki, Kaminaki, Kentroma, Gimari and Vlachatika.
- You will find on your right hand the sign "Kouloura - Kalami". You turn right and follow the road all the way down, turn right on the bottom and this road will lead into the village in Kalami.
- You will see the Kalami Beach taverna on your left and you will pass Giorgos Super market on your right and at the end of the road you will find the White House Villa on your left hand side.
Walking routesKalami has the ideal setting in the northeast coast for people who enjoy walking and rambling:
> More information on Kalami Walking Routes Places and beaches nearbyFrom Kalami onwards north- Kouloura:
 This small harbour with fishing boats is set against a backdrop of cypress and pine trees and there is only one taverna. There is an old chapel of Ag. Nicolas. The nearest beach is just a little further along at Houhoulio. Upon Kouloura’s cape, an old estate stands since the 11th century and now belongs to the Agnelli family. - Kerasia:
Few villas and one taverna residing in this undeveloped but popular area. A nice stop for swimming and snorkelling. The way to Kerasia is through Ag. Stefanos. - Agios Stefanos:
The traditional fishing village of San Stephanos (Agios Stefanos) is a quaint resort with scattering villas on the hills, set within the arms of a peaceful bay. The resort has a few tavernas, a couple of bars, super markets and gift shops. - Kassiopi:
A very popular and lively resort, with many bars, tavernas, restaurants, gift shops, supermarkets and A.T.M. machines. Place of archaeological interest as well. The beaches are very small and pebbled, and are hidden away around the headland.
From Kalami towards south Yaliskari:
An isolated bay with a pebble beach surrounded by olive groves and local vegetable gardens.- Agni:
A small shingle beach with three tavernas and their wooden jetties for boats. - Kaminaki:
A tiny but beautiful cove with a white pebble beach and two small tavernas. Ideal for snorkelling. - Nissaki:
The sleepy Nissaki village has just a sprinkling of tavernas and local shops. A small road reaches the exquisite, but tiny, white shingle coves.
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