At the heart of the house, the open plan living and kitchen area is flooded with light from its glass roof and floor-to-ceiling row of picture windows, ensuring that the breathtaking view of the sea and the misty mounds of the Albanian coastline is constantly visible. A blend of rustic timber and patterned tiles with beautifully upholstered linen sofas and chairs gives the space an air of relaxed chic, inviting guests to chill out over a movie or linger over a bottle of wine after supper. The modern kitchen is well fitted and includes a useful island unit that encourages sociable meal preparation, though the gas barbecue outside is likely to bear much of the load, as you would expect in this glorious Greek climate.

Stepping out onto the vast terrace, lined with stylish sun loungers and parasols, the villa’s stunning private infinity pool is the ultimate indulgence. A generous 12m by 4m, it even has a separate shallow section to splash around in and can be heated (at extra cost) on request should you wish.

The gardens have been thoughtfully planted with flourishing shrubs and perennials, enhanced by carefully placed traditional Grecian pots filled with vibrant petunias, bougainvillea and clematis.

A short wander down the hill through the olive groves will bring you to a pretty little sandy cove with a delightful beach taverna, while a few minutes further round the coastline is the main beach, where a seafront restaurant, bar, play area and mini golf are on hand, part the Pyramid City Corfu Villa complex where guests of Villa Aphrodite are eligible for 10% discount off food and beverages.

Agios Spyridonas sits on the northern coast of Corfu, close to the fishing village of Roda, with its long sandy beach and the more lively port town of Kassiopi, both of which can be reached by car in around 10-15 minutes. The Antinioti Lagoon is also nearby, a peaceful, protected area of wildlife and flora, while the ancient hilltop town of Perithia is well worth a visit.