Single-family detached house 140 m², excellent condition, Kounavoi, Nikos Kazantzakis

A lovingly restored stone villa in the peaceful village of Kounavoi, offering authentic Cretan charm. KEY POINTS - Fully furnished traditional villa - Independent stone-built guesthouse - Multi-car parking space - 2 wells and a water tank - Solar water heating system - Lush garden with fruit trees - Outdoor BBQ and wood oven with built-in family-sized dining area - Option to install a swimming pool - Further building allowance of approx. 200 m², or potential to subdivide into smaller plots MORE ABOUT THE PROPERTY Situated in a peaceful area on the outskirts of the village of ****** Kazantzakis (Municipal District of Kounavoi), this charming traditional stone villa rests on a beautifully cultivated private plot of 2,305 m². The estate is fully fenced and gated, with two separate entrances, providing both privacy and easy access. The property comprises three stone-built structures, constructed gradually up to 1980 using local materials and traditional craftsmanship: Main House (approx. 80 m²) Features wooden ceilings and a tiled roof, with a bright open-plan living area, kitchen, dining space, two bedrooms, and a generous bathroom with both shower and bathtub. Guesthouse (approx. 22 m²) This renovated stone outbuilding includes a cosy living area, bathroom, and a wooden mezzanine with a double bed. Independent Outbuilding (approx. 30 m²) Currently used as storage, this building offers clear potential to be converted into a second guesthouse, home office, or creative studio. The beautifully landscaped garden is planted with a rich variety of fruit trees and flowering plants, creating a tranquil, almost self-sustaining environment. Trees include persimmons, cherries, apples, lemons, walnuts, quinces, oranges, and almonds, along with grapevines of select local varieties. Oleanders, roses, locusts, and layland trees form a lush natural hedge enclosing the estate. This is a home full of authentic charm and modern potential - ideal for year-round living, a quiet retreat, or as a hospitality investment with scope for expansion. LOCAL INFORMATION The village of Kounavoi offers a peaceful atmosphere with everyday amenities including local shops, a doctor’s office, schools, and traditional cafes. The wider region is known for its vineyards, olive groves, and proximity to archaeological and natural sites. DIRECTIONS 16 km (9.9 miles) from Heraklion International Airport and Port 17 km (10.6 miles) to the sea 20 km (12.4 miles) from the new Kastelli International Airport 93 km (57.8 miles) to Rethymno price 410.000€, code 6243