KH-0706 - ***OFF MARKET*** The Old Kafenion - Aspro
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The impressive exterior view of the house
The entrance room has an open fire
The attractive living room towards the staircase
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Description
Aspro is most peoples’ dream village. Set on a hill between the villages of Gavalahori and Almerida it is beautifully placed for access to the beach at Almerida, enjoying the fabulous local countryside or for exploring the whole of the very pretty Apokoronas area.
This house is a magnificent example of traditional Cretan craftsmanship which has been sympathetically renovated to an excellent standard. The magnificent stone work and pretty rustic plaster of the renovated walls blend in seamlessly with the existing village properties giving character and charm to what was once a deserted ruin.
Entry to this spectacular house is via a hand-crafted wooden door into a shady & cool room with arched patio windows which lead to the courtyard. Used daily throughout the summer, this charming area can be used for dining, sleeping, reading or debating village politics with neighbours and friends. During winter the open fire makes this a charming and cosy place for dinner parties. Located next to this area is an open office with access to the garden plus a utility room.
To the right of the dining room, a stone framed doorway leads to the kitchen. This has been refitted in a stunning pale blue interpretation of what could be the original style. The old kafenion is the room next to the main kitchen and is now in use as a bedroom. The feature stone work and a large fireplace add extra interest to this charming room.
From the kitchen, a wooden staircase leads enticingly to the first floor sitting room which is a delightful open space with windows looking across the countryside. This room has a fabulous roof terrace from which you can spend many happy hours watching village life.
Also accessed from the sitting room is a spacious fully tiled shower room with beamed ceiling and glass blocks which form an attractive and practical shower screen.
Externally there is a large paved courtyard. Plants thrive in this sheltered setting – jasmine, bougainvillea, olive trees and even a marmalade tree, which is a citrus tree bearing both oranges and lemons. The courtyard is completely private with high walls on all sides, many stone features and barbeque area.
Stone stairs entice you to climb up to the roof of the studio apartment which is a fully tiled terrace and from which you get the most glorious views of the mountains and surrounding countryside.
The separate studio bedroom is a delightful room – again with many stone features and a glorious arch which makes a very cosy and private seating area.
Just outside the studio is a cloakroom/WC which makes the room a perfect visitor or guest private suite.
This property is a charming holiday retreat or a relaxing, spacious and comfortable permanent residence.
€295,000.00 | €249,000.00 plus agents fees, transfer tax and legal expenses
Cloakroom WC
