3-Bedroom Detached house for rent in Platanias, Chania

€ 1,700/ month

Mun. unit of Platanias, Chania, Crete

• Bedrooms: 3
• Bathrooms: 3

The house is an old stone mansion, which was fully repaired in the 1990s and renovated again in 2024 when modern, functional furniture and equipment were added. The village is in the municipality of Platanias and west of its center, has about 150 permanent residents and is surrounded by countless olive groves. The house was historically one of the privileged of the area and has hosted in the past Eleftherios Venizelos (prime minister of Greece for over 12 years, for several terms from 1910 to 1933) as well as the headquarters of the occupation troops during the Second World War.

The residence is independent and has a large garden with grass, courtyards and parking spaces. It is arranged over two levels and includes a large dining area with kitchen, separate living space, three comfortable bedrooms and a total of 3 bathrooms. The kitchen has a marble sink and countertop as well as many olive wood cabinets. Many of the furniture have also been made from the same wood while many of the materials that existed before the repair have been reused, so that an impressive result with a strong traditional character has been achieved. The building has a timeless grandeur and large spaces with excellent functionality.

The garden has good privacy and is ideal for sunbathing while it has beautiful views to the sea from almost all points. The residence has air conditioning in all areas as well as all the electrical appliances, which include washer-dryer and dishwasher. The property can give you a strong taste of Cretan architecture and tradition, without losing anything from the modern lifestyle.

Within a radius of up to 5 km you will find supermarkets, taverns, cafes and many more, various types of shops. The beach of Maleme, which has sand and pebbles, is 4 km away. Along it, there are paved pedestrian roads with benches and lighting, which are ideal for walking and cycling, all year round. Chania is 25 minutes' drive and the airport of Chania about 35 minutes.