Description
Seafront property for sale in Crete. A graphic old stone house, which is considered a listed building, located in the most picturesque area of Chania, in Tampakaria, right by the sea, that benefits from a historical atmosphere around it. Elegance and charm are the hallmarks of this historic property! Own a piece of history. This is a must see!
This unique property for sale is well arranged over three levels and in no need of further renovation. After undertaken, this special property, with its big facade towards the sea, can be transformed into a unique home full of character or a profitable business as it is indicated both for residential and commercial use . For instance a gallery can be hosted there or three apartments can be made, totalling 250m² each at least.
Right now the building only needs internal arrangement (internal fittings).
The 750m² building is only a breath away from the crystal sea! You won't find anything to compare with the extreme privacy and many features this property offers!
Each of the three floors, totals 250m² and each floor is 6m tall. This unique building is laying within a plot of 252m².
There is an elevator and a WC on each floor.
Located above sea level, the building enjoys wonderful sea breezes and incredible sunsets.
The privileged residential location and its close proximity to the port, beach and sea is an advantage that should not be underestimated and a not insignificant element of the true value!
Most of the old building in the area have been abandoned today, but some have been renovated to serve as hotels, restaurants and shops.
A rare opportunity, now available in a competetive price!
Zaira Collection can provide you with the largest choice of furniture for your new home or holiday home on Crete, Greece. Zaira Collection contains a complete range of bedroom, dining room and living room furniture to suit all tastes and budgets.
Seafront property for sale in Crete. Location information:
Tampakaria is a district that developed on the east rocky area of Chania, far away from the city walls, which was known during the 19th century for its tanneries. However, there is evidence for the existence of tanneries in the area from the 18th century. The leather manufactures established in this area since the Egyptian period (1830-40), according to an official Arabic document.
The area was ideal for the establishment of tanneries: it was near enough the city to attract customers, but also far enough, in a location with abundant underground brackish waters, next to the sea (which was very useful for the first stage of the leather manufacturing).
The tanneries of Tampakaria flourished between the 1st and the 2nd World War. During the German occupation the tanneries were closed.
Later, the new post-war mechanical equipment replaced the old methods and brought innovations in the leather industry that increased profits.
An important amount of profits came from leather exportations.
The decadence of Tampakaria started in the 70's and today only one tenth of the tanneries are still in business.
The remains of the old tanneries are monuments of industrial archeology. Many of the old tanneries are today abandoned and ruined, some are preserved and have a different use, and some are still in business. The only thing that remained intact is their architecture.
Adjusted to the natural landscape, the tanneries have a ground floor by the front street entrance and two or three floors by the seaside.
They are stone-built and have a tiled roof. The tanneries, built in a row, characterize this district of unique architecture.
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