4 Bed Villa for sale
Plaka, Chania, Crete, Greece
Full Description
This incredible 154 sqm luxury villa is a hidden gem, located just a short walk from the center of Plaka village and a short drive to the popular beach of Almyrida Bay. Perfectly situated at the back of the village above the square, it has fantastic views to both the sea and White Mountains from its two large terraces. There are also sweeping views out over the rear gardens and the surrounding village.
The 4 bedroom, 2½ bathroom house comprises 2 main floors as well as a large 53 sqm basement that houses the boiler room, utility room, a separate garage area and plenty of storage space. Although there is no pool on the property at this time, there is plenty of space for one amidst the well-landscaped gardens at the rear of the 600 sqm plot.
Interior: As you enter through the front door, there is a large reception area with a sitting room on the left and the dining area to the right. Off this central space is the stairway up to the first floor and a stairway down to the lower level and garage.
The spacious sitting room has a beautiful central fireplace and French doors leading to the covered rear terrace that overlooks the landscaped garden and has an excellent view out over Souda Bay. The well-designed and outfitted kitchen opens onto the large dining area, perfect for entertaining. There is ample counter space and plenty of cupboards for storage as well as a door leading out to the back terrace.
Also on the ground floor is a small bedroom/office and a guest WC.
A tiled staircase leads to the first-floor hallway. On this floor there are 3 spacious double bedrooms: the master bedroom is ensuite with both a full bath and a fully tiled shower stall, and the other 2 bedrooms share a full bath. All have large built-in wardrobes. French doors lead from the stairway landing as well as from the master bedroom to a large veranda that offers spectacular sea and mountain views. As an added feature, there is solid wood flooring throughout the entire first floor.
The well-maintained doors and windows are also wood in the traditional Cretan style with attractive wooden shutters. The house has A/C throughout as well as ceiling fans to help keep the villa cool on hot summer days. Together with the fireplace, a full central heating system keeps the villa warm during the cooler winters.
Exterior: Entry to the home is off a tarmac village lane and the driveway leads to a parking area and the lower-level garage, which has internal access to the main level. The rear garden is nicely landscaped and well-maintained with its own automatic irrigation system.
This fabulous home is ideally suited for either a permanent residence in Crete or a perfect holiday home. With the addition of a pool, it could also provide outstanding summer rental opportunities. It’s an easy walk to the center of Plaka with its choice of tavernas, food markets and cafes. The beaches of Almyrida and Kalives are nearby, and the larger village of Kalives also has an array of amenities for everyday living, including larger food shops, pharmacies, a medical center, a bank, fitness clubs, a variety of tavernas and cafes, as well as a plethora of local Cretan product shops.
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