Aspro, Chania, Crete, Greece

Located alongside olive groves, the villa is situated opposite the small village of Aspro and lies above a small ravine that separates it from the village. It is approached via a quiet track that serves two villas and a small number of smallholdings that are used for growing vines, avocados and olives.

The ravine is a haven for wildlife, with many trees. Birdsong is emphasised by the sides of the ravine.

The entrance to the main part of the villa is accessed by steps through a flower garden. The porched entrance door leads into an airy open sitting room and kitchen, with high ceilings that help keep the area cool during the summer. From the sitting room and kitchen, a covered balcony provides an excellent area for enjoying the outdoor. After early sunshine this balcony is mostly in shade and provides a comfortable area out of the sun during the summer; usually there is a cooling breeze that comes direct from the sea at Almyrida.

Also on the ground floor is a large toilet / shower room and a third double bedroom that could be used as a utility room, office or storage room.

Upstairs there are two double bedrooms that also have balconies. The balcony for the master bedroom, especially, is ideal for sunworshippers. With direct access from the landing is a large bathroom with toilet, sink and a bath.

The villa has a basement with separate entrance. From a vestibule is a storage / utility room that also contains the water reservoir and pump. The main part of the basement is currently used as a workshop / studio. However, it is wired and plumbed for easy conversion to a self-contained one-bedroom apartment (the plans are available.

The gardens are extensive. Close to the house are flower and vegetable areas, also with citrus trees. There is a lower area with many olive trees - used for oil and wood for the wood burner, The remainder of the garden has been maintained as a Nature Reserve for wildlife (especially wild flora, natural wild orchids, birds, butterflies, bees, other insects and reptiles).

The house has been permanently occupied since completion and is ideal for continuance as a permanent home, and the garden an inspiration for a Nature lover. But it is also ideal for use as a long term let or conversion to a holiday let. The basement could be easily converted to a self-contained flat.

BENEFITS:

Solar Panel
Aluminium Windows & Doors with Double Glazing
Wood burner
Fitted Wardrobes
Furnished
All Electrical Appliances
Pergola
Parking
Quiet Area
Independent Basement
Garden
Extra Storage Room
Mountain, Country & Sea Views
Short Drive to the Beach
Short Drive to all Amenities
Only a 5-minute drive to the village of Almirida. Almyrida has all the facilities and amenities one would need: well-stocked mini-markets, post office, pharmacy, ATM, a doctor's office, a butcher's shop, bakery, various gift shops and traditional seaside shops at very reasonable prices. Further, there is a good selection of cafes, pastry shops and excellent traditional tavernas & restaurants, overlooking the sea, which offer a warm welcome and a beautiful setting to enjoy some regional Cretan food, fish as well as international dishes.

Almyrida Beach: 5 min. Walking distance,
Amlyrida Village: 5 min. walking distance,
Kalyves Village: 15 min. by car (5 km),
Chania Town: 30 min. by car (28 km),
Chania International Airport: 35 min. by car (31 km),
Heraklion International Airport: 1h & 40min. by Car ((126km)