• Entire home
  • 269 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Sea view
  • Garden
  • Swimming Pool
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a pool with a view, mountain view and a patio, The Durrell White House is set in Kalámi. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 100 metres from Kalami Beach. The villa has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views. Guests can enjoy a meal on an outdoor dining area while overlooking the garden views. Guests may eat in the on-site family-friendly restaurant, which is open for dinner, lunch, brunch and cocktails. For guests with children, the villa offers a baby safety gate. Guests at The Durrell White House can enjoy cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden. Galiskari Beach is 500 metres from the accommodation, while Chouchoulio Beach is 1.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is Corfu International, 28 km from The Durrell White House, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Free private parking available on-site

Activities:

Cycling

Water sport facilities on site

Beachfront


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Bedroom 3:
2 single beds
Bedroom 4:
2 single beds
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.3
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.3
Value for money
7.9
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
10
High score for Kalámi
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  • Nicky
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Amazing view of the bay, quiet, peaceful, convenient location
  • Sue
    Germany Germany
    the location is excellent. Th floor plan of two bedrooms on each side with dining and sitting room in the middle meant we could separate the younger ones from the older!
  • Charlotte
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The White House did not disappoint. It was exactly as expected, with all the facilities we needed for a comfortable stay. Joy and the staff were so helpful, answering any local questions we had. For us as a family, travelling towards the end of...
Quality rating
This property is rated 3 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

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The White House is one of the most famous buildings on Corfu and part of the island’s rich cultural heritage. It is the former residence of British authors Gerald and Lawrence Durrell, both of whom lived here with their families in the 1930s. Gerald Durrell famously wrote My Family and Other Animals at Kalami. His brother Lawrence described the White House “…set like a dice in a rock already venerable with the scars of wind and water” in his book Division upon Greek Ground. Of the interior he 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”. Our many visitors arrive here inspired by his words. They relish the opportunity to live in the property where the author spent some of his most creative years. They love that little has changed about this special place. Originally, the White House was a single storey property owned by Anastasios Athinaios, the grandfather of the current owner, Tassos. The second floor was added for Lawrence Durrell and his wife.
Languages spoken: Greek,English

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • The White House Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Greek • Mediterranean • Seafood • Local • International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of The Durrell White House
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Children's high chair
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Fold-up bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Seasonal
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas
Wellness
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Pub crawls
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Water sport facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
    Off-site
Outdoor & View
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • Sea view
  • View
Building characteristics
  • Detached
Transport
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Luggage storage
Entertainment and family services
  • Baby safety gates
  • Baby safety gates
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
Miscellaneous
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Safety deposit box
Languages spoken
  • Greek
  • English

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

The Durrell White House takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

From 10:00 to 10:30

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

1 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

1 cot available upon request.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Durrell White House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

License number: 0829Κ131Κ0567200

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about The Durrell White House

  • Yes, The Durrell White House is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Durrell White House on this page.

  • The Durrell White House can accommodate the following group size:

    • 8 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The nearest beach is just 50 yards from The Durrell White House. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Durrell White House has 1 restaurant:

    • The White House Restaurant

  • The prices at The Durrell White House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • The Durrell White House has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 4 bedrooms

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Durrell White House on this page.

  • The Durrell White House is 200 yards from the centre of Kalámi. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Check-in at The Durrell White House is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

  • The Durrell White House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Beachfront
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Walking tours
    • Swimming Pool
    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Beach
    • Bike tours
    • Pub crawls