Dom kup w Lakkoi, Kriti

This house for sale in Chania is located in the centre of the city, at a spot that is only a few steps away from the Market of Chania, the Old Town and the beach of Koum Kapi. The location is truly rear. The house is of 102 sqms, built on a 172 sqm plot and has 2 bedrooms and one bathroom. The living room and dining areas are spacious and airy. The kitchen is a separate room, offering also access to the backyard and to a storage room that is right outside the kitchen. The bedrooms are bright and big enough for double beds and wardrobes. At the backyard a nice seating area can also be created. The property has air-conditioning installed and also most of the windows are new. The house is in need of some renovation, though, especially since it is a golden opportunity for investing in, and turning it to a rental home for a significant all year round income, due to its central location. Area Description ------------ Chania Centre Chania, Crete is very popular for its old town and harbour, which is the heart of the area attracting visitors from all over the world. It is considered to be one of the most beautiful and picturesque cities of Greece due to the fact that it has preserved its historical character. The architecture reflects the different cultures and civilizations that lived on the island such as Venetians, Turks and Egyptians. The narrow alleys are surrounded by Venetian mansions and Turkish houses, villas and palazzos, mosques, small churches and a beautiful restored synagogue. Many of these buildings are being used as residences hotels or museums and others as shops, stores, cafes and restaurants. Chania is one of the nicest towns in Crete, with wonderful houses, parks and squares and a well-designed historical town. The Public Market is an impressive building in the town centre, built at the beginning of the present century (1911) and houses grocery stores, butchers' shops, a fish market and vegetable shops. The Public Gardens, next to the Market, are ideal for those in search of shade and tranquillity. Northeast of the gardens is the beautiful neighbourhood of Chalepa, where the residences of Prince George and Eleftherios Venizelos were. The old city has preserved to a great extent the distinctive atmosphere and charm of the Venetian and Turkish periods. Entire Venetian, Turkish and Jewish quarters are saved, with well-preserved buildings in the narrow picturesque streets. All modern shops and amenities are within a 10 minute walk from the Venetian harbour as is the sandy beach of Nea Chora.