luxury listed houses for sale Rethymno, Greece

Located in the historic center of Heraklion, this rare, listed property stands out for its strong architectural identity and significant historical value. The property sits on a 415sq.m. plot and offers a total built area of 610sq.m., arranged over 2 levels. Built in 1878, it has been officially designated as a modern monument by the Ministry of Culture, due to its historical and architectural significance. Its imposing façade and neoclassical features make it a true landmark. The ground floor features four independent entrances from the façade. Three of them lead to separate autonomous spaces, while the main entrance opens into an impressive vestibule, leading to the internal courtyard and the rear garden. This layout provides exceptional flexibility in terms of use and functional division. The upper level is accessed via a striking wooden staircase and unfolds into multiple bright spaces with large openings facing the façade. The authentic period architectural elements, combined with the generous ceiling height, create a unique environment of refined character. Just a few steps from Lions Square, the Loggia, and the city’s key landmarks, the property is ideally positioned within the commercial, cultural, and touristic heart of Heraklion. A truly emblematic property with rare character and strong investment potential, ideal for conversion into a boutique hotel or corporate headquarters, in the historic center of Heraklion.

A unique property, of great architectural value, in a wonderful estate in Archanes, Heraklion. The two-story building, built in 1890, is listed as a typical example of the Cretan traditional architecture. On the ground floor, the property consists of a renovated café and auxiliary areas (wine warehouses, presses, bakery). A small inner courtyard leads to the 1st floor, where the main house is formed. It offers 8 high-ceiling bright rooms, including a large living room with a beautiful balcony, a dining room-kitchen with a fireplace, as well as two lovely large terraces that communicate with the bedrooms. The masonry of 50-60cm, the roof, partially restored, made of wood, the railing of the balcony and the door of the entrance made of iron, are some of the unique features of this property. The property also offers a beautiful Mediterranean garden. A magnificent house listed as a work of art!