If you are looking for a place to spend your holidays or a temporary stay in the warmth, or a great investment opportunity, you may be interested in the location in the southernmost corner of Greece and Europe. Originally a fishing village in the southeast of Crete, today it is a small town of Makry Gialos inhabited all year round by about 1000 locals. However, in the summer it turns into a popular resort, fortunately still not very commercial. On this southernmost coast of Europe, washed by the warm Libyan Sea, you will discover your paradise at the end of the world: uncrowded beaches or traditional taverns with fresh seafood delicacies that you can enjoy at more than affordable prices, moreover with your feet in the sand.
Description
A beautiful bungalow 300 meters from the sea with a stunning sea view. The property is part of a residential complex with access to a communal swimming pool. It has an area of 80 m² and consists of an open living room with a fully equipped kitchen and French doors overlooking the pool, a master bedroom with an en suite bathroom and French doors leading to a small terrace and a second bedroom with 2 single beds and an en suite bathroom, which also has French doors overlooking the pool. All rooms have air conditioning for cooling and heating in the property and all connected services.
Outside, there is a staircase leading to a spacious roof terrace with stunning mountain and sea views, with a comfortable seating and dining area where you can enjoy a good meal or drink overlooking the Libyan Sea. The apartments also provide hassle-free year-round living.
The kitchen facilities include electrical appliances such as a refrigerator, stove, dishwasher and lighting. The property is fully furnished in all rooms, offers private parking and is located just 3 km from Makry Gialos and all infrastructure services. A great opportunity for an investment, holiday home or even a permanent home!!
Location
Makry Gialos, which means long bay in Greek, has an impressive white sandy beach that attracts not only foreign tourists but also locals from all over Crete. When it comes to beaches in the area, you will be spoilt for choice. The high standards achieved by the main beach at Makry Gialos have been Blue Flag certified and have calm, shallow waters for swimming, ideal for families. To the east and west, a short distance away, are more impressive bathing beaches, some of the best in Crete. To the north, there is a varied landscape including cliffs, gorges and forested areas.
Makry Gialos is just a 30-minute drive along the coast east of Ierapetra, a port town of around 15,000 inhabitants, which is the economic and cultural centre of the region with its own hospital. Direct access to Makry Gialos is from the airports of Sitia (33 km, mostly local flights) and Heraklion (120 km, flights from all major European cities). The Greek government is pouring billions of euros into the island’s infrastructure, modernising its road and energy networks, and the construction of a new international airport at Kasteli (100 km), which will be the second largest in Greece, is also nearing completion.
The more active have easy access to water sports such as water skiing and windsurfing. Hiking and nature walks are also offered by the Kapsa Gorge or Perivolakis – an area full of oak and pine trees, which includes several waterfalls, suitable for hiking in different seasons.
Rent
Many foreign residents live here for several months of the year due to the weather, thanks to the ideal climate conditions. The area is known for its 350 sunny days a year. The property can also be used as a rental investment. The properties can be managed by a local management company, which will be responsible for the maintenance and management of the apartments.