The Merchants House enjoys a location in Perítheia, 28 miles from Port of Corfu and 28 miles from New Fortress. With a garden, the 4-star guest house has air-conditioned rooms with free Wifi, each with a private bathroom. Each room is equipped with a terrace with views of the mountain. At the guest house, all units include a wardrobe. Some accommodations include a balcony and a satellite flat-screen TV with streaming services, as well as seating area. At the guest house, each unit is equipped with bed linen and towels. Guests at the guest house can enjoy a continental breakfast, and breakfast in the room is also available. For visitors looking to embark on day trips to nearby landmarks, The Merchants House provides a selection of packed lunches. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Perítheia, like walking tours. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at The Merchants House, while cycling and hiking can be enjoyed nearby. Ionio University is 29 miles from the guest house, while Saint Spyridon Church is 29 miles away. The nearest airport is Corfu International Airport, 29 miles from The Merchants House.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian

FREE parking!


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom :
1 king bed
Living room:
2 sofa beds
Bedroom :
1 king bed
Living room:
2 sofa beds
Bedroom :
1 king bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom :
1 queen bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
10
High score for Perítheia
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  • N
    Naomi
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Stylish, beautifully furnished and a real treat to stay there. A gorgeous breakfast outside and engaging conversations with the very friendly hosts, Marieke and David. Thank you so much for a memorable stay.
  • Graham
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Large spacious tastefully decorated rooms. High ceilings & great shower. Delicious breakfast and friendly hosts. Walking trails into the mountains around the property.
  • James
    Canada Canada
    Historical location. incredible breakfasts. great hosts. very nice ambiance with historical objects in the rooms.

Hosted by David and Marieke

9.9
9.9
Host Review Score
Host Review Score

David and Marieke
Our boutique guesthouse is in the historic village of Old Perithia, high in the hills of North East Corfu. We have five suites that sleep up the three adults and a child, as well as a spacious twin en-suite garden room. All suites hold original 17th century architectural features, cleverly combined with modern amenities and cooling, mountain views. It is the quietest area on Corfu and it is the perfect spot to wander and explore the island by day and relax in peace and quiet by night, away from the crowds.
You are hosted by David and Marieke, Australian and Dutch nationals, who have lived in many different parts of the world, including Athens, London, Dubai and Qatar. We fell in love with Old Perithia and want to show everyone who comes to Corfu what it is like to be away from the crowds in a mountain village. We both have worked in the hotel industry for many years and are now excited to run our own boutique guesthouse. We particularly enjoy the ‘JOMO’ feel to this area – ‘The Joy of Missing Out’ – one really feels you are away from it all, free from distraction and the feeling of living in the ‘now’. You choose where the day takes you and where your time goes. If this isn’t what a disconnecting should be like, we don’t know what is!
As you turn from the main coastal road towards Old Perithia be prepared to be transformed into a different world where time is not an issue. The village, which was built in the 14th century while the island was under Byzantine rule, located on the slopes of Mount Pantokrator at 426m above sea level. It’s an enchanting place to be and it was the most permanently inhabited places on the island. With sea views and mountains all around, a most inspiring places to be on Corfu. The village is now a protected heritage site whose 130 houses, of which the majority are built in a Venetian style, are mostly ruins or in varying states of dereliction. You will find crumbling stone walls, trees and wild flowers grown within the ruins, broken window shutters and old gardens with broken flowerpots dating back many years. Old Perithia offers guests a captivating insight into Corfu’s history, breathtaking views and a perfect base camp for those wishing to hike up to the summit of Mount Pantokrator or explore the other various hiking trails around. For those who enjoy a bit more action there is fabulous opportunity for road/gravel or mountain biking as well.
Languages spoken: Greek,English,Dutch

Area info

Amenities of The Merchants House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
    Off-site
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Mosquito net
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Car rental
  • Laptop safe
  • Packed lunches
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Languages Spoken
  • Greek
  • English
  • Dutch

House rules

The Merchants House takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

From 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

Crib and extra bed policies

5+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 30 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

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

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

License number: 0829K050A0192001

FAQs about The Merchants House

  • Room options at The Merchants House include:

    • Suite
    • Twin/Double

  • Guests staying at The Merchants House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Vegetarian

  • The Merchants House is 2.5 miles from the center of Perítheia. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at The Merchants House is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

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

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Horseback riding
    • Walking tours
    • Bicycle rental
    • Bike tours
    • Tour or class about local culture

  • The prices at The Merchants House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.