Crete, Sakturia Plot 20,000m² for sale
An area of 2 hectares for sale in Agios Pavlos in Saktouria. It is in a good area, in a quiet place, has a nice view and an unobstructed view of the sea and is very well sized. The connection to electricity and water is close and access is via an asphalt road. Very close is the beach of Agios Pavlos
Saktouria is located on the southern coast of Crete and belongs to the municipality of Agios Vasilios in the regional district of Rethymno.
Place and location
Saktouria consists of two parts: the higher Ano Saktouria (Upper Saktouria) and the smaller, lower lying Kato Saktouria (Lower Saktouria). The town is located about 21 kilometers southeast of Spili and about 49 kilometers from the city of Rethymno. The road from Nea Krya Vrisi leads there, connecting Saktouria with the main road from Spili to Agia Galini.
Population and structure
Saktouria has about 230 inhabitants (2011 census) and is a rural village with a typical Cretan atmosphere. In addition to Ano and Kato Saktouria, the small town of Agios Pavlos and the uninhabited Paximadia Islands also belong to the local community.
Historical and interesting facts
The place name is derived from the Greek word "sachtouri", which means a small sailing ship.
The town was already mentioned in Venetian censuses in the 16th and 17th centuries, indicating a long history.
In 2011 there was a major fire that affected parts of the village.
Saktouria is scenically located, with access to coastal areas, ideal for nature lovers and hiking enthusiasts.
Saktouria offers an authentic and historically interesting Cretan village idyll in a scenic coastal region with good connections to surrounding towns and beaches.
Property features
Land area: 20,000
Object no. 384059
Information on renovation costs and state funding
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