Aghios Georgios North Holidays

Aghios Georgios North is one of Corfu’s sleepier customers. The village sits on the west coast, with plenty of elbow room. Its standout feature’s a huge scoop of sand, which counts itself among the best sunbathing territory on the island. And unlike Europe’s busier beaches, this stretch shies away from the spotlight. Tree-brushed headlands form a C-shaped barrier against the Ionian Sea, and the waterfront’s backed by traditional villas and cosy tavernas.

With Aghios Georgios North as your base, it’s easy to scratch a bunch of places off your daytripping checklist. If you’re the soppy sort, head to Sidari, on the north coast, for a swim in the famous Blue Flag-rated Canal d’Amour. It’s about 20 minutes’ drive away, and a dip in the water’s said to be lucky for lovebirds. Turn your attention south, and you can reach a hilltop monastery in Paleokastritsa in 40 minutes, or the historic streets of Corfu Town in 50.

If you like settings where you can hear a pin drop, this place is on the money. Wooded hills and olive groves sprawl out beyond the seafront, with walking trails threaded among them like a giant web. Make a beeline for Aghios Georgios North’s next-door neighbour – Afionas – and you’ll be in prime position for widescreen views of the village. And if you plod on a little further, there are a couple of secret beaches right at the pointy end of the peninsula.