New luxury villas on Corfu and Paxos

GIC The Villa Collection has introduced a range of new holiday accommodation to its 2018 brochure as it enters its 49th season as Greece’s leading villa specialist. Book by 31st January to save up to £200 per week per stay

GIC The Villa Collection has added a selection of new properties to its established portfolio of luxury villas on the Ionian islands of Corfu and Paxos. These villas offer premium accommodation set in wonderful locations, allowing guests to discover the real Greece, with special touches added to make each visit unforgettable.

From a cottage situated close to the sea with its own boat mooring, to secluded villas affording 100% privacy, and with early booking offers saving guests up to £200 on selected holidays*, GIC The Villa Collection has a holiday suited to all ages and tastes. Here is a collection of what’s on offer in 2018:

Corfu – the largest Ionian island is green, unspoilt and has a beautiful coastline, with many glorious beaches and bays to explore

Villa Lentzos is an immaculate, modern three-bedroom property, featuring pretty gardens and a pool set within private walls, situated above the small, family-friendly resort of Aghios Gordis. Sleeping up to six guests and with the 1.5km stretch of sandy beach and a handful of waterfront tavernas just a 20-minute walk away, Villa Lentzos is ideal for groups or families looking for a relaxing beach holiday. A seven-night self-catering holiday costs from £852 pp (four sharing), including flights (Gatwick) and car hire.

Barbarti Beach Suite is perfect for couples or small families, with its open-plan modern interiors, excellent location just 50m from much-loved Barbati Beach, and a hot-tub. The buzzing end of the resort is just a short stroll along the beach, where there are some trendy waterfront cafés and bars to explore. A seven-night self-catering holiday costs from £862 pp (two sharing), including flights (Gatwick) and transfers. Early booking offer applies*

Paleokastritsa Beach House is a spacious property, occupying a fantastic location surrounded by mountains and set on the water’s edge, with uninterrupted sea views and steps leading directly onto the beach. Free boat hire is offered on the first day for exploring nearby coves and beaches (further hire available at additional cost). The nearest tavernas, shops and cafés are just a five-minute walk away, and the centre of Paleokastritsa can be reached within 15 minutes. A seven-night self-catering holiday costs from £673 pp (six sharing), including flights (Gatwick) and car hire. Early booking offer applies*

Paxos – the smallest Ionian island offers charming traditional villages, sheltered coves and beautiful coastal routes

Villa Margarita is situated in a peaceful spot on the west coast of Paxos and is blessed with wonderful sunset views. Surrounded by olive groves, this two-bedroom villa features a pool, a shaded patio area and a sea-view balcony. Those who enjoy walking can reach the highest point on Paxos for fantastic sights across the island, or the pretty town of Gaios is just a five-minute drive away. A seven-night self-catering holiday costs from £773 pp (four sharing), including flights (Gatwick) and car hire. Early booking offer applies*

Erimitis View is a delightful one-bedroom cottage, overlooking the dramatic west coast of Paxos in the hamlet village of Manesatika. Named after the Erimitis cliffs, the villa is a great central base to explore the ports of Loggos, Lakka and Gaios and is close to Magazia – a charming village favoured by the locals, with its new tavernas and bars and relaxed atmosphere. A seven-night self-catering holiday costs from £928 pp (two sharing), including flights (Gatwick) and car hire. Early booking offer applies*

Villa Hara, meaning ‘joy’ in Greek, is an intimate villa surrounded by olive groves featuring a private pool and terrace, with wonderful views across Loggos towards the mainland and to the south of Corfu. Newly built, this two-bedroom villa is a wonderful retreat for couples and small families alike. A seven-night self-catering holiday costs from £773 pp (two sharing), including flights (Gatwick) and car hire. Early booking offer applies*

All GIC properties enjoy a complimentary welcome pack on arrival, plus maid service and linen change twice weekly.

Add a touch of luxury with a personal chef, gourmet picnic or beauty treatments, or make life easier by booking a restaurant or childcare in advance with GIC The Villa Collection’s concierge service.

*EARLY BOOKING OFFERS are available on selected properties for 2018 bookings made by 31 January 2018, with reductions of up to £200 per week per booking offered on selected dates.

Please note: GIC The Villa Collection offers are subject to availability and cannot be combined with any other discount.

For more information, or to talk to an expert, call GIC The Villa Collection on 020 8232 9780 or visit www.gicthevillacollection.com.