Properties for sale in Crete, Greece

This building land of 4003 sq. meters lies on the sea facing hill slopes of Elounda, one of the most prestigious tourist resorts in Greece, enjoying stunning, unobstructed views of the sea (to the north / north-east), the hills and the mountains behind. A luxury villa of up to 200 sq. meters, on one or two floors, plus basements can be built on this land as well as terraces, swimming pool(s), garden, parking spaces, etc. All requirements to obtain a building license are available. The plot has good road access and electricity, water and phone lines with high speed internet are right next to it. The plot is about 300 meters away from the sea (on a straight line). The 9-hole golf course of Elounda is only about 150 meters away from the plot. A short drive (3-4 minutes) to the village and the sandy beach of Elounda. A 7-minute drive to Agios Nikolaos, the capital of Lasithi. A 50-minute drive to the international airport of Heraklion. Elounda Elounta 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 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.

This large building plot of 12178 m2 is nicely positioned in the wonderful hills north-west of the high-class tourist resort of Elounda. From its elevated position about 300 meters above sea level, it enjoys wonderful uninterrupted views of the Elounda bay, the Mirabello bay, the mountains and stunning sun- and moonrises. It has the planning permission (allowance) for a villa or villas of up to 322 m2 on either one or two floors, plus basement and attic. Plenty of space would be left to make open & covered verandas and terraces, parking space, garden areas, tennis course, heli-pad etc. The land has road access (requires fixing) and services like electricity, water supply, telephone and internet are available nearby (about 180m away). The tourist town of Elounda and its nice organized sandy beach is about a 13 minute drive from the land. The province capital, Agios Nikolaos, is a 25 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.

Large plot of building land, nicely positioned on the slope of a hill in the area of Roussa Ekklisia, an upcoming development region, only a few km from Sitia, North-East Crete. From its elevated position about 150m above sea level, the land enjoys breathtaking, unobstructed views of the sea, the valley below and the surrounding hills and mountains. It is 8281 m2 in size and has the planning permission (allowance) for a house or houses of up to 283 m2, built on one or two floors, plus basement and attic. Plenty of space would be left to make swimming pool(s), terraces, pergolas, parking space, garden, tennis court etc. the land has road access and services (electricity, water supply, telephone and broadband internet lines) are fairly near and easy to connect to. About 1300m (on a straight line) from the sea. Only about a 3-minute drive to the nearest beach. Only about a 7-minute drive to the town and a 10-minute drive to the airport of Sitia. The larger international airport of Heraklion is about a 2 hours drive from here.

Large plot of building land, nicely positioned on the slope of a hill in the area of Roussa Ekklisia, an upcoming development region, only a few km from Sitia, North-East Crete. From its elevated position about 160m above sea level, the land enjoys breathtaking, unobstructed views of the sea, the valley below and the surrounding hills and mountains. It is 5489 m2 in size and has the planning permission (allowance) for a house or houses of up to 230 m2, built on one or two floors, plus basement and attic. Plenty of space would be left to make swimming pool(s), terraces, pergolas, parking space, garden, tennis court etc. The land has road access and services (electricity, water supply, telephone and broadband internet lines) are available right next door. It is possible to buy more land next or near to these plots (see PLSIT4, PLSIT7). About 1250m (on a straight line) from the sea. Only about a 4-minute drive to the nearest beach. Only about an 8-minute drive to the town and a 10-minute drive to the airport of Sitia. The larger international airport of Heraklion is about a 2 hours drive from here.

Prime corner plot of 357 m2, beautifully positioned at the south coast of the tourist town of Agios Nikolaos, right behind the Marina, in short walking distance to the town center and one of the town's organized sandy beaches. It enjoys unobstructed views of the sea. the marina, the mountains and gorgeous moon- and sunrises as nothing else can be built in front of it (between the plot and the sea). It has the planning permission (allowance) for a building or buildings of up to 750 m2 of interior spaces, built on up to 4 floors, plus ground floor area for parking, plus basement (max. building height: 13m). There already exists a small old house on the plot which can be torn down to build something new. It faces the coastal asphalt road and all services (electricity, water supply, telephone & broadband internet) are right on the spot. “Kitroplatia Beach”, one of the town's most popular organized beaches is only a short walk (about 100m) away from the plot. In walking or short driving distance many more shops and all sorts of amenities the town has to offer. 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.

Seaside building plots (1 & 2) in Koutsouras, near the popular tourist resort of Makrygialos at the eastern south coast of Crete, nicely positioned only 65m from the sea. They enjoy views of the Lybian Sea in the south and the mountains in the north. Each plot is 709 m2 in size, inside the village planning zone, allowing it to build a house or houses of up to 400 m2 + basement + pool(s), terraces, pergolas, parking, etc. There already exists a building of 174.47 m2 on plot 2 which can be torn down in order to build something new. The asking price of both plots together is €260,000. It is possible to buy plot 1 only, at he price of €135,000. There is good road access (asphalt) and all services (electricity, water, telephone, broadband internet) are on the spot. There is a third plot next to these two which can build 240 m2 + basement (see PLKOU5). The pretty beach of Koutsouras is only a short walk (about 300m) away. There are a few small shops, including a minimarket as well as a few cafeterias and taverns in Koutsouras. More amenities can be found in the tourist resort of Makrygialos (only about a 3-minute drive away). Ierapetra, the largest town at the south coast of Crete, offering all kind of amenities, is about 22 km to the west. 113 km to the International Airport of Heraklion. Only 41 km to the Airport of Sitia.

Seaside building land in Koutsouras, near the popular tourist resort of Makrygialos at the eastern south coast of Crete, nicely positioned only 65m from the sea. It enjoys views of the Lybian Sea in the south and the mountains in the north. The land is 1922 m2 in total. It is inside the village planning zone and can be divided into 3 plots, two of which can each build a house or houses of up to 400 m2 + basement and the third plot that can build 240 m2 + basement. That is a total building capacity of 1040 m2 (+ basement). There already exists a building of 174.47 m2 on the land which can be torn down. There is good road access (asphalt) and all services (electricity, water, telephone, broadband internet) are on the spot. The pretty beach of Koutsouras is only a short walk (about 300m) away. There are a few small shops, including a minimarket as well as a few cafeterias and taverns in Koutsouras. More amenities can be found in the tourist resort of Makrygialos (only about a 3-minute drive away). Ierapetra, the largest town at the south coast of Crete, offering all kind of amenities, is about 22 km to the west. 113 km to the International Airport of Heraklion. Only 41 km to the Airport of Sitia.

Lovely seaview building plot of 1050 m2, nicely positioned inside the village planning zone of the tourist resort of Makrygialos, at the south coast of Crete, only 150m from the beach. It has the planning permission (allowance) for a house or houses / villas of up to 400 m2, built on one or two floors, plus basement and attic. Enough space would be left to make a swimming pool(s), terraces, pergolas, parking space, garden areas, etc. There is road access and all services (electricity, water, telephone, broadband internet) are on the spot. The town's organized sandy beach "Limanaki" is less than a 3-minute walk from the plot. In easy walking distance (2-3 minutes) to the town's center which offers a supermarket and many other shops and amenities for basic needs. Ierapetra, the largest town at the south coast of Crete, offering all kind of amenities, is about a 25-minute drive to the west. About 120 km to the International Airport of Heraklion. Only about 38 km to the Airport of Sitia.

Two building plots of about 1306 m2 each, nicely positioned inside the boundaries of the lovely village of Pano Pines, about a 10-minute drive from the coastal main town of Elounda and its organized sandy beach. The price of each of the two plots is €119,000. Each plot has the planning permission (allowance) for a house or houses of up to 400 m2 on either one or two floors, plus basement and attic. Enough space would be left to make pool(s), open & covered verandas and terraces, parking space, garden, etc. The plots enjoy distant views of the sea, the peaceful surrounding countryside, the hills and the mountains. It has road access and electricity, water and telephone & internet lines are available. About a 10-min. drive to the center and to the sandy beach of Elounda. Approx. a 20-minute drive to the town of Agios Nikolaos, the province capital of Lasithi. About 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. 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 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.

Built on a hillside just outside the quiet coastal Cretan town of Sitia, this impressive villa is ideal for tourist/commercial use or to be used as a permanent residence. It is only a few minutes drive to the sandy beaches of Sitia. The 300 m2 villa has been built on a hillside plot of about 4000 m2. It is a modern three-storey building with many comforts and an excellent outdoor space featuring a large swimming pool, a garden and lovely views of the sea and the surrounding countryside. On the first floor there is a spacious living/dining room with fireplace, a modern kitchen with barbecue, built-in oven and dining area on the balcony, an office area and a bathroom. The view from all the spaces and mainly from the large balcony all along the house, is outstanding. On the second floor there is a small lounge, a double bedroom with sea view window, a bathroom with shower, a laundry room and a master bedroom with walk-in closet, private bathroom with bathtub and its own balcony. On the ground floor there is a large space which is currently used as a gym (This could be modified into a 4th bedroom) and one more bedroom with its own bathroom with shower and direct access to the courtyard and the pool area. The house has underfloor heating with petrol, fireplace and air conditioning in all rooms. The property has very good road connection and has ample uncovered parking. The town of Sitia is less than 10 minutes driving and the nearest beach is 3 minutes away by car. Sitia is an attractive seaside town. White-washed houses cling to a hillside laced by steep staircases and topped with a ruined Venetian castle. Below, a promenade lined with tavernas and cafes hems in the fishing harbour. It’s a slow-paced, friendly place where agriculture is the mainstay of the local economy. A long, sandy beach skirts a wide bay to the east of town. Sitia has a small airport with daily flights to and from Athens and a few charter flights from Europe during the summer. The international airport of Heraklion is 2 hours by car. The port has ferry connections to Piraeus and other islands of the Cyclades and Dodecanese.

Building land of 2788 m2, nicely positioned in the southern outskirts of to the cosmopolitan tourist town of Agios Nikolaos. From its elevated position about 200 meters above sea level, it enjoys unhindered panoramic views of the town, the sea of the Mirabello Gulf and the mountains. It has the planning permission (allowance) for a house or houses of up to 400 m2, on one or two floors, plus basements. Enough space would be left to make pool(s), open and covered terraces, garden, parking space, etc. All documents required to obtain a building licence are available. The land has road access and electricity, water and phone lines with broadband internet are available right next door. The town of Agios Nikolaos is about a 5-minute drive from the plot. Several very nice beaches of this area are within a few minutes drive from here. The international airport of Heraklion is a 45-minute drive away. 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 of 342 m2, nicely positioned in the northern residential part of the town of Agios Nikolaos, in walking distance to several schools and to one of the nicest sandy town beaches, enjoying some views of the sea, the mountains and sunrises. It has the planning permission (allowance) for a building or buildings of up to 355 m2 of interior spaces,  plus basement and attic. It has road access and all services (electricity, water supply, telephone & broadband internet) are right on the spot. There are several more plots for sale next door. "Ammoudi Beach", one of the nicest organized sandy town beaches is about 750m from the plot. The nearest large supermarket is only 650m away. In walking or short driving distance many more shops and amenities. 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 of 370 m2, nicely positioned in the northern residential part of the town of Agios Nikolaos, in walking distance to several schools and to one of the nicest sandy town beaches, enjoying some views of the sea, the mountains and sunrises. It has the planning permission (allowance) for a building or buildings of up to 384 m2 of interior spaces,  plus basement and attic. It has road access and all services (electricity, water supply, telephone & broadband internet) are right on the spot. There are several more plots for sale next door. "Ammoudi Beach", one of the nicest organized sandy town beaches is about 750m from the plot. The nearest large supermarket is only 650m away. In walking or short driving distance many more shops and amenities. 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 of 5098 m2, nicely positioned on the gentle slope of a hill, near the village of Katsikia, in the northern outskirts of Agios Nikolaos, Crete. It has the planning permission (allowance) for a house or houses of up to a total of 222 m2, built on one or two floors, plus basement and attic. Much space would be left to make terraces, pools, pergolas, garden, parking spaces, tennis  court, etc. There is road access (right of passage) and access to all services (electricity, water supply, telephone and broadband internet lines). The land enjoys unobstructed views of the sea, the Katsikia valley, the mountains and wonderful moon- and sunrises. Only 440 meters (on a straight line) from the nearby sandy beach of Havania. Only a 4-minute drive to the town of Agios Nikolaos. The international airport of Heraklion is a 45-minute drive from the plot. 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.

Large building plot of 6803 m2, located in the outskirts of the cosmopolitan tourist town of Agios Nikolaos, enjoying views for the valley and the surrounding hills and mountains. It has the planning permission (allowance) for a house or houses of up to 256 m2, built on one or two floors, plus basement and attic. Plenty of space would be left to build a pool, open and covered terraces, garden areas and parking spaces on the plot. The land has good asphalt road access and electricity, water and phone lines with broadband internet are right next to the plot. The town center of Agios Nikolaos with plenty of amenities as well as the nearest sandy beaches are approximately a 3-minute drive away. 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.

Seaside building plot of about 5000 m2, nicely positioned on the slope of a hill in the northern region of the tourist town of Agios Nikolaos, enjoying views of the sea (Mirabello Bay), the town in the distance and the mountains. It has the planning permission (allowance) for a house or houses of up to 220 m2 on one or two floors, plus basement and attic. Plenty of space would be left to make a swimming pool(s), terraces, pergolas, parking space, garden areas, etc. The land faces the road that leads from Agios Nikolaos to the high-class tourist resort of Elounda. Electricity, water and phone lines with high speed internet are present. In walking distance (about 1 km) to the nearest organized beach of the area. Only about a 3-minute drive to the center of Agios Nikolaos. 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.

Rare and unique building plot, nicely positioned on the first line of the sea at the coast of Milatos, Crete, enjoying unobstructed views of the sea. The sale includes a newly issued building license for a wonderful modern 2-bedroom bungalow of 158 m2 and a swimming pool of 50.60 m2. The plot is 4260 m2 in size, flat and easy to build on. Enough surface would remain for landscaping, gardening, parking, optional children's playground, photovoltaic panels, etc. The plot is about 700 meters from the village centre of Milatos Beach, where you will find some great fish Tavernas (Restaurants), cafeterias, mini-market and other shops, a beach and a mini harbour. Milatos is a very picturesque village in north east Crete with a mountain range as a backdrop and the blue sea spread out in front. It's a low key tourist area and a favourite week-end getaway for Heraklion city dwellers. It lies between the towns of Malia and Neapolis where larger supermarkets and lots of other amenities are available, and is about a 10 minute drive to these destinations. The international airport of Heraklion is just a 35 minute drive away.

Two adjacent building plots of 900 m2 each, nicely positioned at the border of the tourist area of Ammoudara, just a few kilometers south of Agios Nikolaos, right between and in walking distance to two of the best sandy beaches of the region. One of the two plots can be bought separately at the price of €79,000. One part of each plot (500 m2) is inside the village planning zone and the remaining part (400 m2) outside of it. Each plot has the planning permission (allowance) for individual houses / villas of up to a total of 200 m2, on either one or two floors, plus basement and attic. Enough space would be left to make swimming pool(s), terraces, pergolas, parking space, garden, etc. The plots have easy asphalt road access and electricity, water and phone lines with broadband internet are present. They are located in a quiet, peaceful area and enjoy views of the sea, the surrounding landscape, hills and mountains. Agios Nikolaos, the capital of Lasithi province is only about a 4-minute drive from the plots. The popular, organized, sandy beaches "Almiros Beach" and "Ammoudara Beach" are both 650 meters away (walking distance). The international airport of Heraklion is about 45 minutes by car from here. 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.

Two building plots, nicely positioned in the coastal area of Achlia, east of Ierapetra, at the south coast of Crete. From their elevated position about 70m above sea level and due to the gently sloping terrain, the plots enjoy wonderful uninterrupted views of the Libyan Sea in front of them and the mountains behind them. Each plot is 1365 m2 in size and each has the planning permission (allowance) for a house or houses of up to 400 sq. meters, built on one or two floors, plus basement and attic. Enough space would be left on each plot to build pool(s), open and covered terraces, garden areas, parking space, tennis court, etc. The asking price of each of the 2 plots is €150,000. It is possible to buy either one or both plots together. The purchase of the whole undivided land opens up the possibility to obtain a tourist development license which allows the construction of a hotel or holiday apartments of up to 1392 m2. The plots have road access and services such as electricity, water, telephone and broadband internet lines are available on the spot. Distance to the sea (on a straight line): 230m. The nice organized beach of Achlia is within walking distance (1000m) from the plots. There is a restaurant, a cafeteria and a small supermarket in Achlia. Many more amenities and large supermarkets can be found in the town of Ierapetra (15 km away). The international airport of Heraklion is about a 90-minute drive away while the airport of Sitia is a bit less than an hour's drive away.

This building plot of 174 m2 is nicely positioned inside the lovely fishing village of Mochlos, only about 90 meters away (on a straight line) from the sandy beach of the village. It has the planning permission (allowance) for a house or houses of 174 m2 on up to two floors, plus basement and attic. It would be possible to add a pool, carport or a small garden, in case some space is left around the house. The plot has public road access and due to the plot's central position, water, electricity, phone and broadband internet are at hand. The area of Mochlos is dotted with beautiful villas and is becoming one of the most sought after locations for Greeks and Europeans looking for permanent residence or holiday homes of a certain standard. The beautiful fishing village/resort of Mochlos is about a 40 minute drive from Agios Nikolaos toward Siteia. The village has tavernas and cafeneions as well as a few little shops. The mountains at the back of the Mochlos Bay are home to 3 busy little Siteian villages: Sfaka, Tourloti and Myrsini. The town of Ierapetra in the south and the town of Sitia in the east with its international airport are about a 30-minute drive away. Both towns have all types of shops and amenities that you would expect to find in a modern European town. The international airport of Heraklion is about an 80-minute drive from Mochlos.