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| Did you know that Corfu is the closest Greek island from the UK? Choosing another island may add at least another hour to your trip. |
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| Did you know that 10,000 English people now live in Corfu? You will find a range of facilities here to suit your taste, Corfiot tourism has got long history of serving English markets. |
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ROGGIA FARM, our rating 3*
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Roggia is a new developing farm on the north
of Corfu. It is the first of its kind and a welcoming
change for the island.
Visit the farm and you will wonder if time ever
reaches a place like this. Enjoy the clean air and the quiet setting,
the only noise you hear is from the animals. Nikos is the owner and
2008 will be his first year to welcome guests. He is a young guy (in his
30’s) and to him rural tourism is a life-style. He may not
be fluent in English however he will make you feel welcome, spend time
to show you the animals, trees & lakes. For a city girl like myself, I
left with clean lungs, calmer and closer to nature. I was completely
rejuvenated.
At Roggia you can help with the animals or the
land. Or you can watch the activities. You can take part in
cooking or just eat with the family. Sit at your balcony and
enjoy the ‘colours’ & ‘sounds’ of rural Corfu.
A visit to the farm for a few days is a must for
all of us, young and old, families and couples. It is educational,
calming, it is human and real, a wonderful break from our tiring
routine. I would recommend a week or two here (if you cannot manage
forever) to absolutely anyone.
GUEST REVIEWS
New for 2008, guest reviews coming soon...
LOCATION
- Distance from airport -
35 km
- Distance from Corfu town
– 35 km
- Distance from Roda
– 3 km
- Maximum transfer time - 1
hr
ACCOMMODATION FACTS & FACILITIES
The farm is very private and consists of
4 buildings. The main building consists of all communal areas
and the 3 separate maisonettes/studios accommodate the guests:
Two maisonettes sleep up to 4 adults and 1 child up
to 12 years old. One bedroom is located on the first floor and is
en-suite with a shower. The second bedroom is located on the ground
floor. The cooking and sitting area (with sofa bed) are on the ground
floor. A second toilet is located on the ground floor.
One studio sleeps up to 2
adults and 1 child up to 12 years old. The bedroom is located on the
first floor. Cooking and sitting area are the same as the larger
maisonettes.
Cooking facilities: Full fridge, oven/grill
with 4 cooking rings, microwave, dishwasher, kettle, toaster.
Please note that the farm will accept day
visitors.
Room Facilities
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Welcome pack consisting of a bottle of
water, milk, bread, butter & jam, coffee, tea, & sugar.
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Double beds
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En-suite with shower
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Television featuring some satellite
channels
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Air-conditioning available
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Cot space & cot available
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Hairdryer
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Fan
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Maid service 3 times per week
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Linen change twice per week
Main Building:
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Sitting area with television & DVD
player, featuring some satellite channels
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Small reception area
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Cottage kitchen where you can
take part at cooking
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Barbeque and sitting area outside the
main building
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Farm encyclopedia, other books & films
to borrow
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Internet access
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Bike & car hire
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Post cards & stamps
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Public telephone (metered)
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Car park
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Laundry service available at a
supplement
FARM FACTS
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DAILY ACTIVITIES |
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Animals |
Feeding, cleaning |
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Vegetables, plants, trees |
Cultivation, crop collection, pruning,
watering, protection |
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COOKING ACTIVITIES |
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Bread |
Year round |
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Feta (Goat's cheese) |
Year round |
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Yoghurt |
Year round |
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Sausages |
Year round |
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Sweets & traditional deserts |
Year round |
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Jams |
Year round |
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Dried fruit |
Year round |
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Wine (& vinegar) |
Year round |
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Liquor |
Year round |
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OTHER ACTIVITIES |
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Adopt an animal |
Available locally |
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Aromatherapy, phyto-therapy |
By appointment only |
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Embroidery |
By appointment only |
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Archery |
Available during the day |
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Bike hire |
Available during the day |
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Walking |
Guides available for self-walks |
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Horse riding |
By appointment only |
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Yoga & massage |
By appointment only |
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THE ANIMALS |
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Sheep (πρόβατα) |
Rare breed from Southern Corfu |
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Rabbits (κουνέλια) |
Local |
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Horses (άλογα) |
From Pindos (mainland Greece) |
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Donkeys (γάιδαροι) |
Local |
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Goats (κατσίκες) |
From Skopelos (Aegean Sea) |
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Wild pigs (αγριογούρουνα) |
From Ipiros (mainland Greece) |
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Cows
(αγελάδες) |
German breed |
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Cats (γάτες) |
Local |
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Bees (μέλισσες) |
Local |
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Dog (σκύλος) |
Local |
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Chickens (κότες) |
Local |
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WILD ANIMALS |
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Ducks
(πάπιες) |
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Geese
(χήνες) |
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Turkeys
(γαλοπούλες) |
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Frogs
(βάτραχοι) |
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Fish
(ψάρια) |
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Snakes
(φίδια) |
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TREES, SHRUBS,
PLANTS |
FARM PRODUCTS |
SEASON |
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Olive Trees (ελιές) |
Olives, oil & wood |
December – February |
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Vine Trees (αμπέλια) |
Grapes, wine,
vinegar |
September |
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Apple Trees (μηλιές) |
Apples, jam |
July – October |
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Pear Trees (αχλαδιές) |
Pears, jam |
July - October |
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Quince Trees (κυδωνιές) |
Quince, jam |
October |
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Apricot & other Plum Trees (βερικοκιές & δαμασκηνιές) |
Apricots & other
plums, dried fruit, jam |
June – July (some
species produce until September) |
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Cherry Trees (κερασιές) |
Cherries, table
desert, jam, liquor |
June |
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Nectarine Trees (νεκταρίνια) |
Nectarines
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June – September |
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Strawberry Plants (φραουλιές) |
Strawberries, jam |
May - October |
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(Water)melon
Plants (Καρπούζια, πεπόνια) |
(Water)melons |
August |
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Kiwi & other berry Plants (κίουι) |
Various berries,
dried fruit, jams |
July |
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Various citrus, including orange, lemon, lime, grapefruit,
tangerine Trees (πορτοκαλιές, λεμονιές) |
Various citrus fruit |
All year round |
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Kumquat Trees (κουμκουάτ) |
Kumquat |
December - March |
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Almond, Walnut, Hazelnut, Pistachio, & Peanut Trees (καρυδιές) |
Various nuts, oil,
liquor |
October |
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FOOD CROPS (cereal grain &
other vegetables) |
SEASON |
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Corn, maize (καλαμπόκι,
αραβόσιτος) |
August |
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Rice (ρύζι) |
June |
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Wheat (σιτάρι) |
June |
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Barley (κριθάρι) |
June |
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Oats (βρώμη) |
June |
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Potatoes (πατάτες) |
June |
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Tomatoes (ντομάτες) |
July - October |
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Green & red peppers (πιπεριές) |
July - October |
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Aubergines (μελιτζάνες) |
July - October |
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Artichokes (αγκινάρα) |
March – May |
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Various beans
Green & kidney beans (φασόλια)
Peas (αρακάς), lentils (φακή),
chickpeas (ρεβίθι) and lupins (λούπινο). |
June - October |
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Greens (χόρτα) |
All year round |
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Various types of lettuce
(μαρούλια) |
All year round
(cabbage is produced
only in the winter) |
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Courgettes & pumpkins
(κολοκυθάκια & κολοκύθες) |
June - September |
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Cauliflower (κουνουπίδι) |
October - February |
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HERBS |
SEASON |
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Oregano, 2
species (ρίγανη) |
Year round |
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Marjoram
(μαντζουράνα) |
Year round |
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Rosemary
(δεντρολίβανο) |
Year round |
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Mint, 15 species
(μέντα) |
Year round |
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Sage (φασκόμηλο) |
Year round |
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Thyme (θυμάρι) |
Year round |
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Tisane (τίλιο) |
Year round |
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Tarragon (εστραγκόν) |
Year round |
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Melissa (βάλσαμο) |
Year round |
PRICES
All prices quoted are:
- Accommodation only
prices
- Per person based on two people sharing
- Your accommodation
at Roggia is on a
Self Catering
Basis
- Other durations
available. Please email us for details.
Half-term
is not included in the
prices above. Look at
the Current Offers in our Booking
System (Step 1) for available
discounts.
Minimum number of adults required to book at this price is 2.
The studio can be booked for 1 adult at an empty bed supplement of £350 per week.
Board basis:
self catering
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