Traditional Villa for sale in Apokoronas.
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Traditional Villa for sale in Apokoronas. Perched on an elevated position overlooking the lush countryside of Apokoronas and the shimmering Cretan Sea, this authentic stone villa offers a rare combination of charm, comfort, and panoramic beauty. Designed in harmony with the natural surroundings, it blends traditional craftsmanship with a warm, inviting atmosphere that captures the very essence of Crete.

With a total area of 88.2 sqm, the villa unfolds over two levels — 52.3 sqm on the lower floor and 46 sqm on the upper floor. The ground level features an open-plan kitchen, dining, and living area, while the upper floor includes a double bedroom and a bathroom. There is also the possibility to create a second bedroom on the ground floor, allowing future owners to easily expand the accommodation capacity without altering the home’s aesthetics or architectural balance. Read more

Traditional Villa for sale in Apokoronas. Perched on an elevated position overlooking the lush countryside of Apokoronas and the shimmering Cretan Sea, this authentic stone villa offers a rare combination of charm, comfort, and panoramic beauty. Designed in harmony with the natural surroundings, it blends traditional craftsmanship with a warm, inviting atmosphere that captures the very essence of Crete.

With a total area of 88.2 sqm, the villa unfolds over two levels — 52.3 sqm on the lower floor and 46 sqm on the upper floor. The ground level features an open-plan kitchen, dining, and living area, while the upper floor includes a double bedroom and a bathroom. There is also the possibility to create a second bedroom on the ground floor, allowing future owners to easily expand the accommodation capacity without altering the home’s aesthetics or architectural balance.

Originally a 75 sqm traditional Cretan house, the property has been carefully restored, retaining its authentic character while integrating all modern comforts. Inside, stone arches, wooden ceilings, and handcrafted details create a natural connection between past and present.

The main entrance opens to a spacious, light-filled living area, featuring an energy-efficient fireplace, air conditioning, satellite TV, and a fully equipped kitchen framed by a graceful stone archway. A cozy sitting corner with a sofa bed adds versatility and warmth to the interior, creating a relaxed yet refined atmosphere.

Upstairs, the master bedroom enjoys a wooden floor and ceiling, and connects to a bathroom with a hydro-massage shower, washer, and dryer. From here, a covered veranda of 6 sqm offers breathtaking sea, mountain, and meadow views — an idyllic spot for morning coffee or sunset moments surrounded by serenity.

The property also features an independent 25 sqm courtyard, ideal for outdoor dining and relaxation, as well as an indoor veranda offering sweeping views of Apokoronas and the sea. Every element — from the natural stone to the hand-finished wooden furniture — has been selected to preserve the home’s soul and timeless appeal.

The villa forms part of a traditional resort complex built on a 869.91 sqm plot with a total built area of 520.90 sqm. The estate includes one single-storey building, four two-storey buildings, one three-storey building, two storage areas, a covered 50 sqm barbecue area, and a heated swimming pool of approximately 50 sqm. Together, they create a harmonious retreat composed of five autonomous maisonettes and a mini-market, surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens that echo the region’s authentic architectural heritage.

Decorated with handcrafted wooden furniture, antique pieces, and folk art elements, this villa radiates warmth and authenticity — a true reflection of the Cretan lifestyle, where tradition meets tranquility.

Ideally located near the beaches of Almyrida and Kalyves, and within easy reach of Chania city and the international airport, the property offers both authentic living and strong investment potential.

Whether envisioned as a boutique hospitality residence, a holiday retreat, or a private home, this villa represents a rare opportunity to own a piece of Crete’s living tradition — a home with history, character, and soul.

Distances at a glance (in kilometres):
Stylos / market – 6
Kalyves / beach & market – 13
Vamos – 15
Georgioupolis – 27
Chania – 26
Chania Airport – 33
Rethymno – 54

A traditional stone villa with soul — where panoramic views, Cretan history, and authentic charm meet under the Mediterranean sun.

Traditional Villa for sale in Apokoronas

Location Information:

The district of Apokoronas in the north-eastern corner of the Chania prefecture and at the foot of the White Mountains is one of the greenest regions of Crete and contains some interesting sights, such as Lake Kournas, the island’s only freshwater lake, picturesque villages, and small beach resorts.

Aptera
The ruins of ancient Aptera are located on a hill above the bay of Souda. Founded in the 7th century BC, Aptera was one of the largest city-states in Crete and was continuously inhabited until an earthquake destroyed it in the 7th century AD.
A monastery was established there in the 12th century.

Most of this very large site has not been excavated yet but you can see an impressive Roman cistern, a Greek temple, various other buildings, and massive defensive walls. At the north-western end, there is a Turkish fortress with superb views of Souda Bay.

The archaeological site of Aptera is open Tuesday to Sunday from 8 am to 2.30 pm and entrance is free.

Kalyves, Almyrida and Plaka
Located on the coast in Souda Bay, Kalyves is a large village with a nice sandy beach and has been attracting more and more tourists in the last few years.

Most of it is fairly low key and you still get the sense that you are in a Cretan village.

A little further to the east, Almyrida has seen a number of tourist developments as well. Its sandy beach with shallow waters makes it a good destination for families with small children but it can easily get quite crowded. Above Almyrida, the small village of Plaka offers stunning views of Souda Bay and the White Mountains.

Georgioupolis and Lake Kournas
Georgioupolis, at the eastern end of the district of Apokoronas, used to be a sleepy little fishing village but its long (9 km) sandy beach has seen a massive development in hotels.

Lake Kournas is located 3 km inland from Georgioupolis at the foot of the mountain and is the only freshwater lake in the whole of Crete. This makes it a popular “exotic” weekend destination for the Cretans.

The landscape in Kournas, especially if you pick a grey day, is reminiscent of a mountain lake in the Alps and you lose the sense of being on Crete. Unusual!

Vamos
Vamos is the capital of the district. In 1995 a group of villagers started a project to preserve the traditional way of life of Vamos.

With funds from the European Union, they started a project to showcase the crafts and products of the region and restored old stone buildings using traditional materials and crafts, and turned them into guest houses.

Vrysses
Vrysses (or Vrisses) is a new village dating back to 1925. It is located on the road which links the north coast with Sfakia.

There is not much to do in Vrysses but the river that flows through its center makes it a nice place to escape the summer heat, in the shade of the giant plane trees. Vrysses is also famous for its excellent yogurt.