For sale in Kefalas village: Standing in its own grounds of 609sqm, this newly constructed stone house has been lovingly built by its owner with meticulous attention to detail. In total harmony with traditional stone & woodcraft, this brand new 200sqm stone-built house offers a unique home in a tranquil location with breathtaking 180 degree views of Ormos Almirou Bay.

The house comprises: Large open plan kitchen/living area with 3 double bedrooms and two bathrooms, one of which is en-suite.

The living room is entered via a superb solid wood front door into the spacious living area which has a feature stone arch, exposed stone walls, hearth with wood-burning stove, natural wood beamed ceiling and picture windows with unobstructed sea views towards Rethymno.

The large kitchen has multiple hand-crafted hardwood floor & wall kitchen units with plentiful work surfaces. Again there is a wood beamed ceiling and the walls are plastered with exposed stone highlights to enhance the timeless feel of the room.

All 3 bedrooms are good-sized doubles. The master bedroom features a stunning & totally unique ceiling of hexagonal wooden hand-made panels plus it benefits from an en-suite bathroom with large bath-tub. Both the master bedroom and the living room have patio door access leading to the 38sqm raised patio which affords stunning views over the bay and across Rethymno to the mountain range beyond.

Bedrooms 2 and 3 have exposed stone walls and attractive beamed ceilings in keeping with the traditional look of the house. Bedroom 3 also benefits from a totally invisible loft hatch which leads to the extensive loft space and bedroom 2 has its own private balcony. A spacious family bathroom has a large shower and features a Gothic style wooden window with stained glass insert.

Externally the gated driveway leads to the 66sqm garage / basement through low-maintenance gardens, well stocked with Mediterranean plants. Attention to detail continues throughout the external area with full irrigation system in the garden, well constructed garden walls, steps and properly drained driveway in cement screed in an attractive fan pattern to assist with grip and water drainage.

Additional features include:

separate store room accessed from the patio
solar panel with electric over-ride
air conditioning/heater units
double-glazed hardwood windows, doors and shutters
roller door to garage
stone boundary wall
decorative railings framing the patio and balconies
The house is close to the village centre with its tavernas, mini markets and cafes. Sandy beaches at Almerida & Georgiopolis are just 7km away and Chania airport is approximately 40 minutes drive away.

This house is a real delight – totally unique and carefully constructed by its owners to reflect the finest example of wood and stone craftmanship.