Crete, Planias - Property with approx. 2,400 olive trees and a small house
This plot of land with a total area of 110,000 m² is located in Nea Roumata, in the center of Chania Prefecture. It includes about 2,400 olive trees with an average olive oil production of 8 to 10 tons per year. The area is separated by a country road and consists of two parts. One part leads to a hill - terraces with panoramic views of the surrounding area and the sea. The sea is about 30-40' away. In the second part, the level, there is a house of 80 m² with electricity and water supply from a tank connected to a natural spring. Next to the house there is a warehouse of 40 m². The area is suitable for the professional use of olive oil production, but is also considered ideal for agritourism and agriculture. There are also undeveloped sections for planting other products such as apple trees, almond trees, avocados, etc. The plot is 43 km from Chania I. Daskalogiannis Airport and 25 km from Chania city. The property is 1400 m from the main road of the province of Chania - Sougia, to which it is connected by a country road. It is possible to build a plot of 400 m² in each of the two parts of the property (a total of 800 m² on the entire plot).
Location and description
Nea Roumata is a small hamlet in the municipality of Platanias in the regional unit of Chania, Crete. The village is located at an altitude of around 320 meters in the foothills of the White Mountains (Lefka Ori) and has around 30 to 80 residents. It is located approximately 26 km south of the city of Chania in a rural, quiet environment with fertile land and lush vegetation.
Archaeological significance
An early Minoan tholos tomb was discovered near Nea Roumata, dating to around 3500-2900 BC. is dated. The grave is an important testimony to the early Bronze Age culture of Crete and shows similarities with contemporary graves in the Cyclades. These finds illustrate the region's historical connections.
Nature and surroundings
Nea Roumata is surrounded by agricultural land, including orange, olive and wine plantations. Nature is characterized by hilly landscapes, forests and rich vegetation, ideal for hikes and nature experiences. Despite its rural location, the village is well connected to roads and offers a quiet retreat.
population
The population of Nea Roumata is declining, with around 61 in 2001, 51 in 2011 and around 30 residents currently, reflecting migration to urban areas.
Administration
Municipality: Platanias
Regional district: Chania
Zip code: 73005
Nea Roumata combines a rural character with rich history and archaeology, embedded in a rustic, natural landscape in western Crete.
Property features
Property area 110,000m²
Building area: 120m²
Object no. 384249
Information on renovation costs and state funding
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