Single family villa, excellent condition, 179 m², Drakona, Kolimvari

Unique character property for sale, with two courtyards, partially renovated, set in the heart of the traditional Cretan village of Vouves in Western Crete! This stone-built village house, dates back to a couple of hundreds of years and has lots of potential, especially as it can be lived in while being renovated! The property consists of fully renovated spaces, including two bedrooms, bathroom, kitchen and living room, as well as a number of areas/rooms in need of renovation, with a prospect of creating more bedrooms or even separate guest accommodations. A house full of possibilities! INTERIOR The ground floor consists of a very spacious kitchen with a marble sink and counter top, including enough space for a dining area, a living room with patio doors on both sides giving access to the two courtyards, and a large room coming off the living room, which is currently used as storage and is in need of renovation. A small courtyard separates the main house from an independent large room which is currently used as an art studio. This room used to be the main kitchen of the house as it housed the old oven. Although the room also needs some “updating”, it is in use and can be converted into either an additional bedroom, an office or anything else. At the West side of the ground floor, across the second courtyard, is a shower room detached from the main house, which also houses the washing machine. A ruin is attached at the back which gives the possibility of either creating a larger bathroom or creating another room accessed by the courtyard. The external staircase from within the small courtyard leads to the upper floor. The landing of the staircase is covered and gives access to two double bedrooms. To the Left is the master bedroom; a spacious and bright room with beamed ceilings, wooden floors, a wardrobe area, an attic for storage, as well as a fully tiled en-suite bathroom with a half-tub! To the Right is the guest bedroom with a flat ceiling and patio doors opening onto a terrace! This terrace overlooks the two courtyards on both sides and also enjoys lovely views of the surrounding hills and olive groves, as well as the village of Vouves. EXTERIOR The main entrance to the property is via the village road and there is a parking spot here. The double iron door opens into a cozy and colorful courtyard with a lovely sitting spot, the ideal place for peace and relaxation. This courtyard then gives access to the studio/room to the Left, to the living room on the Right and a pretty external staircase at the end of the courtyard, gives access to the upper floor. The second courtyard is very spacious and also gets access from the living room or through an old wooden door which opens onto the small village road. A lovely external dining area is setup here, with “U” shaped built-in benches! THE AREA The village of Vouves is separated into upper Vouves and lower Vouves, where the house is positioned. A very peaceful village within the hills and surrounded by a sea of olive trees! Upper Vouves is famous for the ancient olive tree in the village square, a tree more than 3.000 years old, and still producing high quality olive oil. In this square is a small cafeneon which also offers daily snacks. The village of Spilia is just a 4 minute drive down the hill and has numerous restaurants and tavernas, as well as a small super market for the daily amenities. For even more amenities, the larger villages of Tavronitis and Kolymbari, are just a 10 minute drive, and offer all kinds of facilities such as cafes, restaurants, gas stations, doctors, local market (every Friday morning), post office, local bus transport and many more. The beaches of Tavronitis and Kolymbari are more peaceful, while the famous beach resort of Platanias with its numerous beach bars, shops, water sports, hotels etc, is just a 15 min drive. A truly unique property with many possibilities for lovers of the Cretan life! FEATURES • Stone built • Two private courtyards • Spacious kitchen • White goods • Internet Connection (fiber optics) • Immersion heater X1 • Wardrobes • Beamed ceilings in some parts of the house • Ceiling fans in bedrooms • Extra storage space • Wooden and aluminum frames/doors/shutters • Parking spot outside property • Entirely walled • External taps • Extra building allowance DISTANCES • From mini market: 3,2km / 7 min drive • From tavern: 2km / 4 min drive • From beach: 5,3km / 8 min drive • From nearest town: 7km / 11 min drive • From Chania city: 29km / 33 min drive • From airport: 45km / 46 min drive