2 bedroom sea view house
HouseFor sale
Marathokefála, Crete, Greece
€499,800
Ref. A-2272443-4
Description
🏡 Marathokefala - A quiet village with a unique cave church (zip code 730 06) Marathokefala is a traditional village in Chania Prefecture, located in close proximity to the up-and-coming coastal town of Kolymvari. Situated in a picturesque rural landscape on a slight hill, the place offers a peaceful atmosphere surrounded by dense olive groves and genuine Cretan flora. Marathokefala is known nationally for its impressive cave, which houses the Church of Saint Ioannis o Eremitis - an important spiritual destination that gives the village a special, almost mystical aura. Here the silence of the hinterland is combined with deep cultural roots. 📜 Character & attitude to life The attitude to life in Marathokefala is authentically Cretan and characterized by a pleasant serenity. Village life is quiet and manageable, with residents deeply appreciating the natural beauty and spiritual significance of their homeland. It is an ideal retreat for individuals who want to escape mass tourism but do not want to miss the proximity to first-class fish taverns and the infrastructure of Kolymvari. In Marathokefala you enjoy the privilege of living in an environment steeped in history, where time seems to move a little slower. 📍 Location Due to its proximity to the expressway (VOAK), Marathokefala is excellently connected. The short distance to the coast makes it possible to combine the advantages of the sea with the privacy of a mountain village. 🚗 Distances Kolymvari (center): 2.1 km | 4 mins Kissamos (center): 15.3 km | 16 mins Chania (center): 24.7 km | 27 mins Chania Airport (CHQ): 38.1 km | 46 mins Kastelli Airport: 196 km | 2 hours 49 minutes 🌿 Nature & excursion destinationsIn addition to the fascinating cave church, the proximity to the port of Kolymvari, which is known for its excellent gastronomy and the long beach, is particularly attractive. From Marathokefala, the most spectacular destinations in western Crete such as the Balos lagoon, Falassarna beach or the Gonia Odigitria monastery can be easily reached. The hilly surroundings also offer wonderful opportunities for hikes with sweeping views over the Gulf of Chania. Nature lovers will appreciate the untouched paths that lead through silvery olive forests and fragrant maquis. 🧱 Real estate market The Marathokefala property market is particularly attractive to buyers looking for a property with character and views. The portfolio often includes charming, traditional stone houses for renovation as well as exclusive building plots on hillsides that guarantee wide views across the coastal plain to the sea. Due to its proximity to the rapidly growing Kolymvari, this location offers excellent potential for appreciation, both as a permanent residence and as an exclusive holiday home. As your specialized real estate agent in Crete, Schmidbauer Immobilien Crete is your partner for purchasing real estate in this natural and culturally important region. https://youtu.be/jJhcV4iDG1c?si=ObXbB5z5Tt9GNSZD Marathokefala – Chania – Crete from above – 4K drone video
Features
Useful area (m²) :
117.00
Rooms :
3
Bedrooms :
2
Bathrooms :
3
Plot area (m²) :
195.00
Parkings :
1
Construction Year :
2026
Diagnostics
Energy Efficiency class
N.C.Greenhouse gas emission
N.C.


