Properties for sale in Crete, Greece

Renovation project for sale in Gavalochori. This interesting renovation project is located in the centre of Gavalochori. Even if the size of it is small you can still build a nice one bedroom house for your holidays on Crete without needing to spend too much money. The electricity and the water is near by and we will be happy to meet you and show you the property in person. Gavalochori is a typically traditional Cretan village, just as you have imagined it. It retains all of its charm and is steeped in history. There is evidence of this throughout the village and with its narrow winding lanes and well respected tavernas

land for sale in Pemonia in Apokoronas. It is 3700 sqm and it is able to build a 200sqm property. The options to build are many as the plot has a slope which means you could build a tiered property, for example a large bungalow to maximise the views. From this lovely green area,you can have an outlook of the villages and and the white mountains of Crete. It has some well established olive trees in the plot which add to its charm. Any inquiries that you may have about this land would be much appreciated by the Minoan Properties team. You are welcome to visit our office or contact us using the information on our website to get additional information.

This 158 square meter property, situated on a 171 square meter plot, presents an exciting renovation opportunity. Located in the picturesque village of Akoumia in the southern part of Crete Island, this property offers the perfect canvas to transform into your dream home. Its proximity to amenities and stunning beaches makes it an ideal choice for those seeking a serene yet convenient coastal lifestyle. Embrace the potential and create your own slice of paradise in this charming Cretan village

One of the distinctive legends of Agouseliana is that of the Markarina’s estate, based on which Agouseliana is one of the 100 cities of Minoan Crete which were destructed during the earthquake. The legend also speaks of numerous hidden treasures, as the ancient mint of Crete was established there. The village of Agouseliana, with its traditional taverns and mini markets, is found within a small valley which expands into the valley of Koxare. It is located 24 km northwest of Rethymnon, only 10 km from Plakias village, and at an altitude of 350 m. Agouseliana is a beautiful village, located in the middle of Crete. One of the European Trails goes past the Neraidotripa Cave (hole of the fairies), which is near the village. A derelict building, with much potential, for sale in a traditional, rural village. The building, once a village home, measures to a total of 98,62 m2, on a plot of 452,98m2. There is an additional building allowance of 301,38 m2. Furthermore, pre-plans have been drawn up for the specific plot which can accommodate five individual homes.

Experience an affordable Mediterranean lifestyle in one of Crete’s most prestigious marinas. This large, individual yacht offers a sun-drenched small home alternative, currently lying on a prime marina berth in beautiful Agios Nikolaos. Interior & Living Space. The vessel features a roomy layout that can sleep up to 6 people. This includes two private cabins (sleeping 4) and a salon for additional guests or lounging. It is the perfect floating residence for anyone seeking a unique home in the sun. The Opportunity. This yacht has been maintained and upgraded, though it is currently classified as a 'Project Boat' due to some pending installations. These items are mainly related to offshore performance—if your goal is a comfortable, stationary liveaboard, she is essentially move-in ready Structure: Two companionways provide access below deck. The central companionway opens into a functional galley, complete with a wet locker, pilot berth, and ample storage. Moving forward, you’ll find the main cabin featuring a fixed dining table and two comfortable berths. Continuing past the wardrobe and dry storage to port, the starboard side houses a head equipped with a portaloo, sink, and shower (note: seacocks are already fitted should you prefer a fixed marine toilet). The layout culminates in a private forward cabin with a spacious double berth. Two companionways lead below. Central companionway leads to galley, wet locker, pilot berth and storage area. Forward to main cabin with fixed table and two berths. Forward past wardrobe and dry storage, and a toilet with portaloo, sink, shower. The tour ends in the v-berth, featuring a large single bed. Galley includes large sink, 4 burner gas cooker with grill and oven and Isotherm fridge. From large galley, aft to double cabin which includes nav station, engine controls and 2nd companionway to cockpit area. For berth holders included in berth fees paid are: shower & toilet suites in the marina, and coin operated washing machine & tumble drying facilities in the block. Dimensions LOA: 15.2m (50'0") LWL: 12.2m (40'02") Beam: 3.6m (11'11") Draft: 1.8m (5'9") Dry Weight: 18 Tonnes Displacement: 11.02 Tonnes Internal Headroom: 1.8m (6'0")

This corner two floor stone building in need of complete renovation, is located in the pretty village of Houmeriako, near the towns of Neapoli (3km) and Agios Nikolaos (9km), Crete. The building is approximately 90m2 on land of about 100m2. Comprises of 3 rooms on the ground floor and 2 rooms on the top floor. It would be possible to make this building into a wonderful 2 bedroom house, with living room, dinning room, kitchen and bathroom. The roof (approx 40m2), is flat and would easily make a beautiful roof terrace. There are very nice village, mountain and valley views from here. A small garden of about 25m2 and a terrace of about 30m2, are situated right in front of the top floor entrance. Road access is very good. Easy parking right next door. Possible to make private parking area. The house has been connected to services like water and electricity in the past and there is an electricity meter present in the house, so a new connection can be made easily. Broadband Internet and phone connections are also available in the village from various providers. Houmeriako is a small village just 10 minutes drive to the province of Lasithi capital Aghios Nikolaos and its beautiful beaches. It is within walking distance to the slightly bigger village of Limnes and a few minutes drive to the small town of Neapolis. There are a few cafeneions and a taverna in the village. The international airport of Heraklion is 55 kilometers from Houmeriako. Agios Nikolaos is the capital of the county Lasithi and is located at the Mirabello Bay, north-east Crete, only 50mins away from the international airport of Heraklion. Although Agios Nikolaos has a population of less than 20,000 it has a several banks, supermarkets, shops of every kind, doctors, a modern hospital of high standard, public swimming pool and tennis courts, yacht marina, harbour, cinema, theatre, gyms, a 9-hole golf course, schools ranging from nurseries to 6-level high school and generally all the amenities you would expect to find in a large modern European town.

Located in Katsikia, only 2,5 km from the tourist town of Agios Nikolaos and its beautiful sandy beaches (5 minutes drive). This plot of 201m2 in size gives you the possibility to build a total of 200m2 plus basement. It is inside the village, has good road access and all services like water, power and phone lines with broadband internet access are present. Agios Nikolaos is the capital of the county Lasithi and is located at the Mirabello Bay, north-east Crete, only 40mins away from the international airport of Heraklion. Geographically the town is well protected from strong winds allowing sea sports and swimming nearly all year round. Although Agios Nikolaos has a population of less than 20,000 it has several banks, supermarkets, shops of every kind, doctors, a modern hospital of high standard, public swimming pool and tennis courts, yacht marina, harbour, cinema, theatre, gyms, a 9-hole golf course, schools ranging from nurseries to 6-level high school and generally all the amenities you would expect to find in a large modern European town. The microclimate is one of the best in Greece and the moderate temperatures rarely exceed 30c in summer or fall below 15c in wintertime. This wonderful dry climate together with the natural beauty of the area has attracted most of the high class hotels of Greece to operate here.

This is a house for renovation in the traditional Cretan village of Fioretzides, Lakonia, Agios Nikolaos, Crete. It is a large stone house in need of full renovation/restoration. It stands on two floors comprising 3 very large rooms on the ground floor and a big room on the top floor with a large balcony with views over the Lakonia valley. The total size of the house is 108 square meters and the total land size is 140 square meters. It is within the village boundaries and would be easy to connect to water and electricity. Only 5 kilometers from the tourist town of Agios Nikolaos, Crete and to numerous sandy beaches. The international airport of Heraklion is a 40 minute drive from Lakonia.   Agios Nikolaos is the capital of the county Lasithi and is located at the Mirabello Bay, north-east Crete, only 45 mins away from the international airport of Heraklion. Geographically the town is well protected from strong winds allowing sea sports and swimming nearly all year round. Although Agios Nikolaos has a population of less than 20,000 it has a several banks, supermarkets, shops of every kind, doctors, a modern hospital of high standard, public swimming pool and tennis courts, yacht marina, harbour, cinema, theatre, gyms, a 9-hole golf course, schools ranging from nurseries to 6-level high school and generally all the amenities you would expect to find in a modern European town.

This plot of land is situated near (7km) the sea and the coastal town of Agios Nikolaos, Crete in a village called Karterides, Lakonia. It enjoys nice valley and mountain views. The plot of 489m2 has allowance to build a house or houses of up to 240sq meters plus basement(s) on two floors with enough space for terraces, parking, BBQ area, pool, etc. It is situated next to the village's main asphalt road and has immediate access to water, power and phone lines with broadband internet. All the papers that are necessary to apply for a building licence are available. Distance to town (Agios Nikolaos) and beaches: 10 minutes by car. Distance to the international airport of Heraklion: 45 minutes by car. Lakonia is a complex of small villages very near the coastal town of Agios Nikolaos Crete. The local styles and traditions have been maintained in the area and although the busy town is only a short drive Lakonia offer a very relaxing and simple lifestyle. Agios Nikolaos is the capital of the county Lasithi and is located at the Mirabello Bay, north-east Crete, only 45 mins away from the international airport of Heraklion. Geographically the town is well protected from strong winds allowing sea sports and swimming nearly all year round. Although Agios Nikolaos has a population of less than 20,000 it has a several banks, supermarkets, shops of every kind, doctors, a modern hospital of high standard, public swimming pool and tennis courts, yacht marina, harbour, cinema, theatre, gyms, a 9-hole golf course, schools ranging from nurseries to 6-level high school and generally all the amenities you would expect to find in a modern European town. The microclimate is one of the best in Greece and the moderate temperatures rarely exceed 30c in summer or fall below 15c in wintertime. This wonderful dry climate together with the natural beauty of the area has attracted most of the high class hotels of Greece to operate here.

This is a lovely renovation project in the traditional village of Flamouriana. Lakonia, Agios Nikolaos, Crete that can be renovated to a spacious 2 bedroom house with large roof terrace. The house has some unique traditional features such as the traditional “Camara” arch that separates its largest room in to two rooms, the thick stone walls, the use of wood and various other local building features. The village of Flamouriana is only a short drive to the beautiful coastal town of Agios Nikolaos, Crete and to numerous sandy beaches (5 minute drive). There are a couple of coffee shops and a tavern in the village and there are many other great taverns and cafes in the neighbouring villages of Lakonia. It is possible to make the house into a very pretty, traditional, stone house with two bedrooms and a large roof terrace with views on to the valley and the mountains. It would be ideal to be used as a holiday house or even as a permanent residency. The house is a 45 minute drive to the international airport of Heraklion , Crete. Agios Nikolaos is the capital of the county Lasithi and is located at the Mirabello Bay, north-east Crete. Geographically the town is well protected from strong winds allowing sea sports and swimming nearly all year round. Although Agios Nikolaos has a population of less than 20,000 it has several banks, supermarkets, shops of every kind, doctors, a modern hospital of high standard, public swimming pool and tennis courts, yacht marina, harbour, cinema, theatre, gyms, a 9-hole golf course, schools ranging from nurseries to 6-level high school and generally all the amenities you would expect to find in a modern European town. The micro-climate is one of the best in Greece and the moderate temperatures rarely exceed 30c in summer or fall below 15c in wintertime. This wonderful dry climate together with the natural beauty of the area has attracted most of the high class hotels of Greece to operate here.

Traditional Cretan house for renovation only a short drive from the cosmopolitan tourist town of Agios Nikolaos and to several award winning sandy beaches. The house is in the valley of Lakonia in the small hillside village of Fiorentzides. Fiorentzides is a small village which is within walking distance to several other small villages such as Panagia, Karterides, Peponides, Marnelides and others. There are several coffee shops and restaurants in Lakonia. The house comprises two rooms on the top floor and three large rooms on the ground floor plus a small outside area of 14 square meters. The full size of the house is 140 square meters. It is possible to make a comfortable two or three bedroom house with nice views and large balconies out of this project. The house is a 45 minute drive to the international airport of Heraklion , Crete. Agios Nikolaos is the capital of the county Lasithi and is located at the Mirabello Bay, north-east Crete. Geographically the town is well protected from strong winds allowing sea sports and swimming nearly all year round. Although Agios Nikolaos has a population of less than 20,000 it has several banks, supermarkets, shops of every kind, doctors, a modern hospital of high standard, public swimming pool and tennis courts, yacht marina, harbour, cinema, theatre, gyms, a 9-hole golf course, schools ranging from nurseries to 6-level high school and generally all the amenities you would expect to find in a modern European town. The micro-climate is one of the best in Greece and the moderate temperatures rarely exceed 30c in summer or fall below 15c in wintertime. This wonderful dry climate together with the natural beauty of the area has attracted most of the high class hotels of Greece to operate here.

Plot of building land, located in a quiet countryside right on the edge of the village of Selles, north of the famous and popular tourist resorts of Plaka and Elounda. The land is 260 meters above sea level, offering nice sea views to the north. The land is 1473 m2 in size. It is has the planning permission (allowance) for the construction of a house or houses of up to 167 sq. meters plus basement and attic as well as swimming pool, open / covered verandas and terraces, garden areas, parking spaces etc. The ground is level, so it will be easy to build on. The land has direct access to a quiet asphalt road. Electricity, water and phone lines with broadband internet are on the spot. Distances: 10 min. drive to the coastal fishing village of Plaka. 15 min. drive to the elite tourist resort of Elounda. 25 min. drive to the province capital Agios Nikolaos. 70 min. drive to the international airport of Heraklion. The nearest shopping possibilities for basic needs can be found in Elounda. More amenities are offered in Agios Nikolaos, the capital of the prefecture of Lasithi. Agios Nikolaos is the capital of the county Lasithi and is located at the Mirabello Bay, north-east Crete, only 45 mins away from the international airport of Heraklion. Geographically the town is well protected from strong winds allowing sea sports and swimming nearly all year round. Although Agios Nikolaos has a population of less than 20,000 it has several banks, supermarkets, shops of every kind, doctors, a modern hospital of high standard, public swimming pool and tennis courts, yacht marina, harbour, cinema, theatre, gyms, a 9-hole golf course, schools ranging from nurseries to 6-level high school and generally all the amenities you would expect to find in a modern European town. The microclimate is one of the best in Greece and the moderate temperatures rarely exceed 30c in summer or fall below 15c in wintertime. This wonderful dry climate together with the natural beauty of the area has attracted most of the high class hotels of Greece to operate here.

Stone house for renovation, located on the hill of Kritsa, less than 100m from the main street of the village with all the shops, taverns and bus stop. The property is accessed through a common courtyard (shared with another two properties). It is possible to make a private entrance to the building from the back of the property. The building is approximately 47m2, and is separated into 3 rooms, two of which are connected. The single room is 13,5m2 and the two rooms attached are 33,5m2. It is possible to connect the two parts of the building with a small extension. The total of the land is 73m2, 47m2 of house plus a garden of 26m2. The roof is flat and would make a very nice roof terrace. This property could be made into a comfortable one bedroom house. It is close to the main road providing easy access and parking. Access to all services including water, electricity, sewage and internet is available Kritsa is the largest village in the area of Agios Nikolaos, Crete. It is only 7 kilometers from the town and to several sandy beaches. A reliable and frequent bus service connects Kritsa to Agios Nikolaos, Heraklion (island capital and main port and airport) and to all other majour towns and villages on the island. Agios Nikolaos is the capital of the county Lasithi and is located at the Mirabello Bay, north-east Crete, only 40 mins away from the international airport of Heraklion. Although Agios Nikolaos has a population of less than 20,000 it has several banks, supermarkets, shops of every kind, doctors, a modern hospital of high standard, public swimming pool and tennis courts, yacht marina, harbour, cinema, theatre, gyms, a 9-hole golf course, schools ranging from nurseries to 6-level high school and generally all the amenities you would expect to find in a modern European town.

A plot of building land, located in the traditional village of Pines, very close to the elite tourist resort Elounda and the nearest beaches. The plot measures 845 sq. meters and it is within the village boundaries of Kato Pines. It has the planning permission for a house of 400 sq. meters, on up to two floors, plus basement and attic. Enough of space would be left for constructing a swimming pool, open or covered terraces, pergolas, garden, parking space, etc. It enjoys views of the village and the surrounding hills and countryside. It has road access and services such as power, water and phone lines with broadband internet are present. The elite tourist resort of Elounda and its organized sandy beach is only about an 8-minute drive from the land. The province capital Agios Nikolaos is about an 18 minutes drive from here. Only an hour's drive to the international airport of Heraklion "Nikos Kazantzakis". Elounda was a small fishing town on the Mirabello Bay, on the island of Crete. Although fishing is still a large part of life in this very picturesque area, tourism has taken over as the main industry of Elounda. The town offers all kind of shops and amenities for basic needs. It is part of the municipality Agios Nikolaos. It is popular with European tourists and has many hotels including several 5*hotels. Elounda is also the closest major town to the former leper colony of Spinalonga. The town is a 10 minute drive to Agios Nikolaos and the village of Plaka (Lasithi). Agios Nikolaos is the capital of the county Lasithi and is located at the Mirabello Bay, north-east Crete, only 40 mins away from the international airport of Heraklion. Geographically the town is well protected from strong winds allowing sea sports and swimming nearly all year round. Although Agios Nikolaos has a population of less than 20,000 it has several banks, supermarkets, shops of every kind, doctors, a modern hospital of high standard, public swimming pool and tennis courts, yacht marina, harbour, cinema, theatre, gyms, a 9-hole golf course, schools ranging from nurseries to 6-level high school and generally all the amenities you would expect to find in a modern European town. The microclimate is one of the best in Greece and the moderate temperatures rarely exceed 30c in summer or fall below 15c in wintertime. This wonderful dry climate together with the natural beauty of the area has attracted most of the high class hotels of Greece to operate here.

Building plot in the village of Kakokamotes, in the area of Laconia, only a 5 minutes drive from the coastal province capital Agios Nikolaos and beaches. The plot is 350 m2 in size and has the building permission (allowance) for a house or houses of up to 240 m2 plus basement and attic. There would remain enough space on the plot to build a swimming pool, garden, parking, terraces. Due to the position of the plot, it will always enjoy unobstructed views of the tranquil valley and landscape of Laconia and the surrounding mountains. The land benefits from an asphalt road frontage of 13.5 meters. Electricity, water, phone lines with broadband internet are present. Kakokamotes is 5 minutes from the modern tourist town of Agios Nikolaos that offers all amenities of a modern tourist town. 45 minutes from the international airport of Heraklion. Agios Nikolaos is the capital of the county Lasithi and is located at the Mirabello Bay, north-east Crete, only 40 mins away from the international airport of Heraklion. Geographically the town is well protected from strong winds allowing sea sports and swimming nearly all year round. Although Agios Nikolaos has a population of less than 20,000 it has a several banks, supermarkets, shops of every kind, doctors, a modern hospital of high standard, public swimming pool and tennis courts, yacht marina, harbour, cinema, theatre, gyms, a 9-hole golf course, schools ranging from nurseries to 6-level high school and generally all the amenities you would expect to find in a modern European town. The microclimate is one of the best in Greece and the moderate temperatures rarely exceed 30c in summer or fall below 15c in wintertime. This wonderful dry climate together with the natural beauty of the area has attracted most of the high class hotels of Greece to operate here.

Plot of building land, located in a quiet countryside, only 400 meters (road distance) from the village of Skinias, north-west of the famous and popular elite tourist resorts of Plaka and Elounda. From its elevated position (about 230 meters above sea level) the land enjoys nice views of the surrounding countryside and mountains as well as sea views (to the north). The land is 5073 m2 in size. It has the planning permission (allowance) for a house or houses of up to a total of 221 sq. meters on one or two floors, plus basement and attic. Enough space would be left to make open or covered verandas, terraces, swimming pool, parking spaces, garden, etc. It has access to an agricultural road that leads into the village. Electricity, water and phone lines with broadband internet are about 160 meters from the plot. The land is also suitable for agriculture (it is currently used as an olive grove). Distances / approx. driving time: 15 min. to the coastal fishing village of Plaka. 20 min. to the elite tourist resort of Elounda. 30 min. to the province capital Agios Nikolaos. 1 hour to the international airport of Heraklion. The nearest beach, mini supermarket, restaurants and bars can be found in Plaka. More shopping possibilities for basic needs can be found in Elounda. Even more amenities are offered in Agios Nikolaos, the capital of the prefecture of Lasithi. Elounda Elounda was a small fishing town on the Mirabello Bay, on the island of Crete. Although fishing is still a large part of life in this very picturesque area, tourism has taken over as the main industry of Elounda. It is part of the municipality Agios Nikolaos. It is popular with European tourists and has many hotels including several 5*hotels. Elounda is also the closest major town to the former leper colony of Spinalonga. The town is a 10 minute drive to Agios Nikolaos and the village of Plaka (Lasithi).

Plot of building land, located in the village of Pines, very close to the elite tourist resort Elounda and the nearest beaches. The plot measures 180 sq. meters and it is inside the village  of Kato Pines. It has the planning permission (allowance) for a house or houses of 164 m2, on up to two floors, plus basement and attic. Some space would be left for a swimming pool or a small garden, veranda, parking/garage. It enjoys views of the village, the surrounding hills and countryside. It has asphalt road access and services such as power, water and phone lines with broadband internet are present. The elite tourist resort of Elounda and its organized sandy beach is only about an 8-minute drive from the land. The province capital Agios Nikolaos is about an 18 minutes drive from here. Less than an hour’s drive to the international airport of Heraklion. Elounda was a small fishing town on the Mirabello Bay, on the island of Crete. Although fishing is still a large part of life in this very picturesque area, tourism has taken over as the main industry of Elounda. The town offers all kind of shops and amenities for basic needs. It is part of the municipality Agios Nikolaos. It is popular with European tourists and has many hotels including several 5*hotels. Elounda is also the closest major town to the former leper colony of Spinalonga. The town is a 10 minute drive to Agios Nikolaos and the village of Plaka (Lasithi). Agios Nikolaos is the capital of the county Lasithi and is located at the Mirabello Bay, north-east Crete, only 40 mins away from the international airport of Heraklion. Geographically the town is well protected from strong winds allowing sea sports and swimming nearly all year round. Although Agios Nikolaos has a population of less than 20,000 it has several banks, supermarkets, shops of every kind, doctors, a modern hospital of high standard, public swimming pool and tennis courts, yacht marina, harbour, cinema, theatre, gyms, a 9-hole golf course, schools ranging from nurseries to 6-level high school and generally all the amenities you would expect to find in a modern European town. The microclimate is one of the best in Greece and the moderate temperatures rarely exceed 30c in summer or fall below 15c in wintertime. This wonderful dry climate together with the natural beauty of the area has attracted most of the high class hotels of Greece to operate here.

Rural building plot, nicely positioned in the agricultural fields of the traditional village of Fourni, Municipality of Agios Nikolaos, Crete. It is inside the village planning zone and has the planning permission (allowance) for a house or houses of up to 240 m2 on one or two floors plus basement and attic. Enough space would be left on this 533 m2 plot to make a swimming pool, terraces, pergolas, parking space, garden. The plot faces an agricultural road that leads into the village. Services like electricity, water and telephone lines with broadband internet are nearby. The plot enjoys views of the surrounding countryside, hills and mountains. The center of Fourni is only a short walk (about 450 meters) from the plot. There are three wonderful traditional taverns located in this lovely picturesque village. The seaside village of Plaka is within 15 minutes drive; and 20 minutes to the elite tourist resort of Elounda. The town of Neapolis, which offers many kinds of shops and amenities, is 5 minutes by car. The village has a bus service to and from Neapolis twice a day. The large tourist town of Agios Nikolaos and its nice beaches are about a 15-minutes away. The international airport of Heraklion, Crete is a 40-minute drive from Fourni. Agios Nikolaos is the capital of the county Lasithi and is located at the Mirabello Bay, north-east Crete, only 40 mins away from the international airport of Heraklion. Geographically the town is well protected from strong winds allowing sea sports and swimming nearly all year round. Although Agios Nikolaos has a population of less than 20,000 it has a several banks, supermarkets, shops of every kind, doctors, a modern hospital of high standard, public swimming pool and tennis courts, yacht marina, harbour, cinema, theatre, gyms, a 9-hole golf course, schools ranging from nurseries to 6-level high school and generally all the amenities you would expect to find in a modern European town. The microclimate is one of the best in Greece and the moderate temperatures rarely exceed 30c in summer or fall below 15c in wintertime. This wonderful dry climate together with the natural beauty of the area has attracted most of the high class hotels of Greece to operate here.

Near the center of the traditional village of Kritsa, Agios Nikolaos, Lasithi, Crete within a short walk to the shops, restaurants and cafes this is a nice corner house which stands on three floors. The house is easy to access as it is beside a quiet village street where there is always ample parking. The ground floor of the property comprises what would be an open plan living room kitchen. A wooden staircase leads up to the top floor where there is a room (intended to be the main bedroom) and a large balcony with very pleasant mountain views. The lower floor is intended to be the bathroom and a small utility room which has access to the village street. Kritsa is one of the oldest, largest and most picturesque villages in Crete. It’s built on a hill and surrounded by olive trees and beautiful countryside. The village of Kritsa is part of the municipality of Agios Nikolaos, 10 km away, and has about 2300 inhabitants including a few residents from Britain and other European countries. Kritsa is a bustling village with a great sense of tradition and a warm welcome for all visitors and foreign residents. Most amenities are on hand in the village including supermarkets, post office, newsagents etc. Keeping livestock and farming plots of land and olive groves is still the way of life for most of the residents. Agios Nikolaos is the capital of the county Lasithi and is located at the Mirabello Bay, north-east Crete, only 50mins away from the international airport of Heraklion. Although Agios Nikolaos has a population of less than 20,000 it has a several banks, supermarkets, shops of every kind, doctors, a modern hospital of high standard, public swimming pool and tennis courts, yacht marina, harbor, cinema, theatre, gyms, a 9-hole golf course, schools ranging from nurseries to 6-level high school and generally all the amenities you would expect to find in a large modern European town.

Building plot of 202 m2 inside the village planning zone of Pano Pines, north-west of the high-class tourist resort of Elounda. From its elevated position approx. 235 meters above sea level, it enjoys views of the sea, the village and the mountains. It has the planning permission (allowance) for a house or houses of up to 190 m2 on either one or two floors, plus basement and attic and optional pool. The plot has asphalt road access and services like electricity, water supply, telephone and internet are available at the site. The tourist town of Elounda and its nice organized sandy beach is about a 10-minute drive from the plot. The province capital, Agios Nikolaos, is a 20 minute drive away. Only about an hour’s drive from the international airport of Heraklion. Elounda was a small fishing town on the Mirabello Bay, on the island of Crete. Although fishing is still a large part of life in this very picturesque area, tourism has taken over as the main industry of Elounda. It is part of the municipality Agios Nikolaos. It is popular with European tourists and has many hotels including several 5*hotels. Elounda is also the closest major town to the former leper colony of Spinalonga. The town is a 10 minute drive to Agios Nikolaos and the village of Plaka (Lasithi). Agios Nikolaos is the capital of the county Lasithi and is located at the Mirabello Bay, north-east Crete, only 40 mins away from the international airport of Heraklion. Geographically the town is well protected from strong winds allowing sea sports and swimming nearly all year round. Although Agios Nikolaos has a population of less than 20,000 it has several banks, supermarkets, shops of every kind, doctors, a modern hospital of high standard, public swimming pool and tennis courts, yacht marina, harbour, cinema, theatre, gyms, a 9-hole golf course, schools ranging from nurseries to 6-level high school and generally all the amenities you would expect to find in a modern European town. The microclimate is one of the best in Greece and the moderate temperatures rarely exceed 30c in summer or fall below 15c in wintertime. This wonderful dry climate together with the natural beauty of the area has attracted most of the high class hotels of Greece to operate here.