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Traditional Apartment for Sale in Kournas, Chania. This exceptional 76 sqm fully renovated stone apartment, complemented by a 13 sqm private balcony, is located on the first floor of a traditional stone-built residence in the picturesque village of Kournas, one of Crete's most charming and authentic destinations. Blending timeless Cretan architecture with contemporary luxury and energy-efficient upgrades, this unique property offers an outstanding opportunity for both permanent living and investment.
Originally built in 1940 and completely renovated to modern standards, the residence preserves its authentic stone character while incorporating premium materials, elegant finishes, and high-quality installations throughout. The result is a stylish home that successfully combines traditional charm with contemporary comfort.
The apartment features a bright open-plan living room and modern kitchen, creating an inviting space ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Large openings provide abundant natural light while offering direct access to the spacious 13 sqm balcony, complete with a premium bioclimatic pergola with adjustable rotating louvers, allowing residents to enjoy the outdoor space comfortably throughout the year.
The residence offers two spacious bedrooms and two contemporary bathrooms, providing excellent functionality for families, couples, or guests. Every room has been carefully designed to maximise comfort while maintaining the property's elegant architectural character.
The home is equipped with Carrier next-generation air conditioning systems, providing efficient autonomous heating and cooling, while a brand-new Calpak Neo 160-litre solar water heating system ensures energy-efficient hot water production.
High-performance Europa thermally broken aluminium window frames, fitted with energy-efficient double glazing and insect screens, further enhance insulation, comfort, and overall energy efficiency.
Additional features include a private garden, panoramic views, zero communal charges, and a penthouse position, offering privacy and an exceptional quality of life within a peaceful residential setting.
Located in the traditional village of Kournas, the property enjoys easy access to the famous Lake Kournas, the beaches of Georgioupolis, and the main road connecting Chania and Rethymno. Its excellent location makes it equally attractive as a permanent family residence, holiday home, or high-performing Airbnb investment.
With the growing demand for authentic stone properties in Crete, this beautifully renovated residence represents a rare opportunity to acquire a turnkey home combining historic character, modern technology, and excellent investment potential.
Traditional Apartment for Sale in Kournas, Chania. Location Information:
If you are visiting Lake Kournas it is worth driving 15 minutes further along the narrow uphill road to Kournas.
The old houses, the village square, the pottery workshop opposite the large kafeneio, and Agapinakis’s taverna “Kali Kardia”, with its wonderful salads and delicious meat, are the first things you will notice in the village of Kournas.
The village of Kournas has 500 inhabitants and lies at an altitude of 200 meters.
While the lake is ‘touristy’, Kournas village is completely unaffected by tourism and takes visitors on a journey back in time, as do many villages in the interior of Crete (these words were written in 2009, I hope I won’t need to change them in future…)
Lake Kournas is the largest natural lake in Crete and is located in an enchanting landscape, between the western slopes of the White Mountains and the fertile plane of Georgioupolis.
It is located near the village Kournas, 2.5km south of the beach of Georgioupolis, 43km east of Chania, and 20km west of Rethymnon. Lake Kournas and its surroundings constitute a very important ecosystem for Greece, as the wider area of Apokoronas is one of the very few areas of Crete where plenty of fresh water is stored throughout the year.
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