Charming Stone House in Topolia
This charming stone house for sale in Topolia, Chania, Crete is a beautifully renovated property that blends rustic character with modern comfort. Nestled on a private road, this peaceful home offers a tranquil retreat, yet it is located in a touristic village. The picturesque courtyard, shaded by lush vines, features a lovely dining area, perfect for enjoying meals while taking in the breathtaking views of the Topolia Gorge stretching all the way to the sea and the Bay of Kissamos.
The two-story house consists of two separate apartments connected only externally, offering excellent privacy. The ground-floor apartment boasts high ceilings and a cozy living room with a fireplace. The kitchen is spacious with ample light, plenty of storage, and all necessary appliances. Two comfortable bedrooms with fitted wardrobes, a bathroom, and a storage room complete this level. An external ladder leads to the second-floor apartment, where you’ll find an open-plan living, dining, and kitchen area, two more bedrooms, and a bathroom. The apartment’s expansive terrace wraps around the property, offering stunning views from every angle.
Additional features include large storage spaces and a small guest house in the yard. The village is on the way to the famous Elafonisi beach, a popular stop for travelers who want to enjoy the stunning views along the way.
- Outdoor dining area
- Garden
- Grapevine
- Photovoltaic panels
- Private parking area
- Central Heating
- Fireplace
- Ceiling fans
- Storage Room
- Mountain View
- Sea View
- Pergola covered outdoor dining area
- kitchen appliances
- Fitted bathrooms
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
Area Description
Topolia
Topolia is a small village in the inland of Crete, located 48 km south east of Chania Town, about 20 min drive from Kissamos. Located on the hillslopes, Topolia offers a gorgeous view to the surrounding region. The most impressive spot near this village is Topoliano Gorge, 1,500 m in length. This gorge has steep slopes with many caves along these slopes. The most important is the Cave of Saint Sophia, with impressive stalactites and stalagmites.Topolia is a typical traditionaly Cretan village with stone houses, narrow streets and most inhabitants deal with agriculture and cattle-breeding. The village has affluent water, olive trees, chestnut trees and many poplars.
Kissamos
If you are interested in buying property in Crete, the region of Kissamos covers the north-west part of Chania, on the island of Crete. It is one of the least developed areas in terms of tourism and it combines a rugged landscape, such as the peninsulas of Gramvoussa and Rodopou, with rolling hills covered in the olive trees. It also boasts some fine beaches, such as Falassarna, which is often selected among the 10 most beautiful beaches globally. The capital of the region is Kastelli (also called Kissamos), with all the amenities and facilities of a town, just 37 kms from the centre of Chania.Kissamos is a town located 37 kms west of Chania centre, on the island of Crete. It is also known as Kastelli Kissamou or simply as Kastelli after the Venetian castle that was there.Kissamos is surrounded by beautiful nature and lovely beaches. It has 3.000 inhabitants and in the recent years it has been developed in the tourism. Kissamos is famous for its agricultural products too, such as wine and olive oil. There is a port and fishing harbour in Kissamos, with a regular ferry connection to Peloponnese. A town museum can be found in the old Venetian governor’s palace and there have been important archaeological finds in the town, including fine mosaics, and the port of Poliniria. Additionally most of the famous sights and beaches can be found in the area, such as Elafonissi, Falassarna and Balos on Cape Gramvoussa. Kissamos offers all the comforts and the facilities that a town can offer. There is a regular public bus service to Chania. The airport of Chania is 56 kms away and the port of Souda 43 kms.
