A superb service from start to finish. Many thanks to the pre-departure team who answered our queries with patience and professionalism. The villa was everything our group of 10 hoped it would be: modern, luxurious, and well-equipped. It was large enough to provide the individual space we needed with areas where we could all socialise at the end of some blissful days out and about exploring wonderful Corfu or sunbathing by the huge pool. A special mention to Ruth, Gayle and Lauren at Bella Mare who provided us with lots of information about the area, including some great restaurant recommendations. They were unfailingly friendly and professional. Ruth even managed to book all 10 of us at short notice into the 'Eucalyptus' at St Stephanos which gave us a memorable evening out.
Mrs Helen Owen,
May 2025
One disabled passenger (me) and three adults were all booked in and ready to depart Gatwick early in the morning. Then flight cancelled. Simpson staff 'swung into action' immediately while the other passengers were left floundering for hours. Ray and Michelle arranged a taxi to Stansted instead and we were not disappointed because we ended up here. A wonderful place! I have to pinch myself sometimes. It is beautiful. Thank you!
The Ross Family,
July 2024
What a wonderful time we have had at The House celebrating a 75th and 80th birthday. The setting has been amazing and we have all had the most fantastic time - so many happy memories. All the staff have been so helpful and couldn't have done more to help us. From Lauren - Chief buggy driver for Dad, to Florissa - keeping the villa perfect despite so many people, and finally superstar Ruth, working tirelessly and making our trip perfect no matter what time of day we contacted her. All the staff at the pool bar were brilliant and great with children who loved all the milkshakes. Really hope to be back again soon - so sad to leave! Thank you!
Mrs McManaman & party,
July 2024
Twelve adults have enjoyed a get-together to celebrate a special 80th birthday. What a fabulous location and this wonderful villa was complemented by excellent staff.
Paolo,
June 2024
We had a lovely holiday celebrating our Ruby Anniversary. The villa was perfect for our stay. The staff at Bella Mare were extremely helpful and friendly, nothing was a problem particularly Ruth & Lauren.
Florisa the housekeeper was excellent and always had a smile on her face even though we had 5 children aged between 5 years and 1 year, and it was sometimes a bit chaotic in the mornings. My children and grandchildren also loved the children's pool where the life guard, cafe & bar staff were great, where they spent their afternoons, with a lovely lady supplying children activities of painting stones. We loved the boat hires, and thank goodness for Yannis food & wine delivery at the start of the holiday. Thank you for a great holiday & stay in Corfu.
Mrs Sharon Hemsley,
May 2024
Having travelled with Simpson numerous times, we knew we wouldn’t be disappointed. What an amazing treat to stay in such a beautiful villa. The view, the pool – all enjoyed. We’ve had a lovely meals in local restaurants. Sad to be leaving. Thank you Simpson team at home and in resort.
The Watts and Ash families,
September 2023
Once booking your holiday with Simpson Travel you can literally know that you can look forward to a stress free experience. From the UK based team to local overseas teams, everyone is so friendly and helpful, aiming to ensure a relaxing holiday is achieved. Thank you Simpson Travel, we look forward to many more years of amazing holidays!
Mrs Lynn Watts,
September 2023
We had a great stay. The house is beautiful, and Jo and the Bella Mare team helped with all our enquiries and looked after us very well indeed. Lelia did a fantastic job keeping the place immaculate for us, and we really enjoyed the location, the view, and the beautiful peace and luxury of this spot. Thank you Simpson Travel.
Mrs Sue Ellwood,
August 2023
Another wonderful week at The House spent with our family and partners. Enjoyed the beautiful villa views, swimming from cove to cove, coffees at The White House and Crystal Beach bar as rewards! Delicious taverna dinners in Avlaki and Kalami, olive oil tasting and bee-keeping visit, and ‘A’ level results! So much fun and warm, wonderful memories made again. Thank you.
The Savage and Pearman families,
August 2023
The week at The House has gone too fast…a wonderful holiday of pool and sea, swimming, lounging, planning the next feast as the previous one ended. I think we’ve eaten the best of any Greek holiday – both Cavo Barbero and Avlaki tavernas are excellent and so welcoming. Corfu has surprised – a beautiful island.
Simpson Travellers,
July 2023
What a special villa this is. Every comfort has been thought of, it's a luxurious space, the views are wonderful - and that pool!
Tessa Allingham,
July 2023
A brilliant week in a superb villa. Celebrating 200 years (40th, 40th, 50th and 70th!). The staff were brilliant and Jo was so helpful. Cavo Barbero was brilliant. Views from the pool were amazing and enjoyed by all three generations.
The Streaks, Hirsts and Stringers,
May 2023
Had a lovely 2 weeks in this beautiful villa, enjoying G&Ts watching the sunset over the bay. We have loved Corfu and spending time with our family, will definitely be coming back. Our favourite days were hiring the boats at Avlaki and docking at different bays to swim and eat. Sad to be leaving but be back very soon!
Tallentire family,
September 2022
Fantastic week at 'the House', ages 21 to 83 and fun for all. Long lazy days interspersed with boating, paddleboarding, trips over to the nudist bay and walks to Kassiopi and over the headland to Agios Stephanos. Lots of fun, Jo very helpful.
The Watsons and the Layzells,
September 2022
We had the most amazing week at Bella Mare. The view is beautiful and the people are so friendly here. It's a wonderful villa and has everything you would need. We recommend Kassiopi as there is a lovely restaurant and little shops. Thank you for an amazing holiday.
Tyler family,
August 2022
Thank you for the most beautiful and happy week in your villa. We have had a fantastic time and really do not want to leave! Avlaki is a lovely bay and we have been very luck to have enjoyed it for a week. We hope to be back! Highlights: lots of swims from Koloura to Agni via Kaminaki; trips to Arrilas and Pantokrator; Corfu Town and the fortress; sundowners at Bella Mare hotel; Avlaki swimming and taverna dinners; jumping off the jettty; loving the villa! Thank you!
The Savage/Pearman families,
August 2022
What a fabulous week we’ve had – we were blessed with beautiful weather, calm sea and the best Greek hospitality everywhere we went. Rania was exceptional and Layla did a fabulous job each morning. Not easy with a villa full with nine people. The holiday could not have gone better.
The McCarthy family,
September 2019
Simply stunning! The house is superb, every modcon. The view over Avlaki Bay, day or night, from a bedroom or terrace or the fabulous pool will live with us all. Rania is a superb ambassador for Simpson and Laifa so quiet and efficient. These people make a stay so much more than just the accommodation. We seriously have not stayed in a better property in Greece – ever! Thank you so much – quality service that will service Simpson so well.
Keith, Lynne, Benjamin & Emily,
September 2019
What a superb holiday. The House @ Bella Mare is absolutely stunning! Great views over Avlaki Bay in such a fabulous property with every modern amenity and so much space and the 30m infinity pool a few steps from each of the five upstairs bedrooms was to die for. The external table, chairs and loungers were of such a high quality, just incredible. Talking of that Rania, the concierge, and indeed Gaynor were both great. They were so professional, knowledgeable and so friendly they are an absolute credit to Simpson Travel....well done all. We were transferred here from another property which may have seen some external disruption so we did not stop smiling all week, thank you Aaron in the UK office. This will certainly mean Simpson will be a go to company going forward without doubt, thank you so much.
Keith, Lynne, Benjamin & Emily,
September 2019
What a treat for the senses this beautiful house is. The gentle lapping of waves, the view we will never forget, the soft beds and the smell of flowers and pine. A stunning holiday we will never forget. All the team is so welcoming and lovely. Thank you.
Neil, Nikki, Alan, Lola, Louie & Millie,
August 2019
We’ve shared a very special week at this lovely villa. It has been peaceful, scenic (air conditioning wonderful). Rania is a special lady who goes out of her way to make things happen and all the staff are friendly and helpful. Certainly a week of happy memories, thank you.
Noel, Miriam, Sue & Maddie,
August 2019
The villa is truly wonderful – brilliant air-conditioning, beds, pool, sunbeds. Our concierge, Rania, is a wonderful support and a mine of information and Layla just makes the villa sparkle every day – we didn’t even realise she had been. Unforgettable holiday.
Families Hayes, Greig, Rotti & Higgins,
July 2019
We had an unsurpassed two week family holiday in the House @ Bella Mare and all 10 of us had a brilliant time. The location is superb, the villa itself is outstanding, beautiful in design and appointment and the stunning pool sets off the whole experience of staying there. Everything that we could have wished for was available in the villa and our one or two additional items (a baby bath and an additional clothes drying rack) were immediately supplied. The welcome pack was one of the best we've experienced and got the holiday off to a great and very relaxing start. It was an additional bonus to have access to the Bella Mare facilities including the pool bar, pool, private beach and the ready access to boat hire and the Corfu Sailing Centre in beautiful Avlaki Bay. Rania, our Simpson Concierge was wonderfully welcoming and made us feel completely at home. Nothing was too much trouble for her and her local knowledge was great. She felt more like a knowledgeable friend than a standard rep and always greeted us with a friendly smile and a chat. We will miss The House and have fantastic memories of a wonderful holiday at Bella Mare, among the best of our many visits to Corfu over the past 19 years.
Bill McKerrow,
June 2019