ULTIMA CORFU BEACHSIDE RETREAT LAUNCHES THIS SUMMER
The Covid-19 has created a global catastrophe like no other, turning our lives the full circle to cope with a lockdown life of Michelin star home dining and zoom cocktail evenings. Despite the stand still the travel industry continues to show a fighting spirit, one of those being the beautiful Ultima Collection.
Founded in 2016 with a vision of creating uniquely intimate and luxurious experiences within their exquisite hotels, villas and spas in breathtaking locations; their journey began in Gstaad, Switzerland combining ancestral heritage with contemporary flair and soon saw their stunning portfolio expand to Crans-Montana, Megeve, Courchevel and Geneva. Not content with their presence in the most unparalleled ski alps and crystal lake shores, Ultima are now set with the launch of their first beachside retreat in Corfu, Greece, scheduled to open on the 1 June 2020.
An enviable location on a breathtaking hillside offering a 180 degree view of the glimmering Ionian Sea, Ultima Corfu is to serve as 1,000 square metres of Greek paradise perfect for all.
You will be greeted into the seven bedroomed villa, split over two levels with each en-suite room stamped with the Ultima Collections signature of gleaming white interiors, combined with solid marble, rich wood furnishings and a touch of Mediterranean influence with delicately intricate features in Grecian designs. An island style kitchen serves to brings life to your culinary journey whilst those a fan of a little al fresco style dining can enjoy two chic lounges to relax and lose yourself amongst the unspoilt landscapes, soaking up the sunset with a crisp chilled champagne in hand and feasting on an array of Mediterranean delights.
Never content with doing things by half, Ultima Corfu boasts a two tiered, waterfall infinity pool enveloping the property’s crowning feature of the sweeping wraparound terrace, perfectly situated for those sea facing views and moment of tranquility. For a little spa indulgence you can treat yourself to a post jacuzzi signature Ultima massage or a more holistic treatment in the exquisitely designed Hamman adorned in mosaic tiles; for fitness enthusiasts, an on-demand personal trainer works hand in hand to create the perfect bespoke program in fully equipped surroundings
The show stopping spotlight belongs to the Ultima Beach experience; a seductively sleek 24 yacht fully equipped to host 12 guests for day trips and seven for overnight stays in one Pullman, a twin and two double master cabins in Ultima’s signature designs. Manned by one captain and steward, the experience creates for you some enviably indulgent and unparalleled memories from onboard gourmet dining, snorkelling trips or romantic cruises on the turquoise blue shores.
Ever personable are the villa’s concierge to bring you a carefully curated catalogue of guest experiences, allowing you to enjoy the rich history of this Greek treasure of an island and its stunning untouched landscapes. From the simple pleasures of the sandy coves, the UNESCO World Heritage Sites or a dream private jet journey following sublime water picnic, Ultima are on hand to bring your dream experience to life.
Upon reservation the Ultima Signature Service is brought to life from start to finish, including a full luxury breakfast, afternoon tea, 24-hour concierge, full staff services and round-trip transfers, not forgetting the unlimited access to the Ultima Beach.
The Ultima Collection came with a vision to reinvent the notions of luxury hospitality, offering the comforts of a five-star hotel with dash of intimate serenity. With residence settled in the sought after Alps of Gstaad, Michelin Star haven of Courchevel and now the jewelled shores of Corfu, Ultima is beautifully set to lead amongst the world’s biggest luxury hospitality groups.
www.ultimacorfu.com | Post Editor: Anuja Gaur
