Enviably positioned on the south coast of Crete is this architecturally striking villa complex. Located in Plakias – once a small fishing village – these days you’ll find modern amenities alongside an authentic Greek experience. Combining glorious Libyan Sea views, walking distance to the beach, and a backdrop of mountains, there’s much to attract affluent investors.
Designed as a one-of-a-kind getaway, the contemporary villas are spacious inside with a private pool outside – the ideal spot to admire the scenic panoramas from. Built with respect for the surroundings and blending seamlessly with nature, what better place to relax and unwind?
Island Breeze: Elegant villas for sale
Starting at €584,000 ($637,500), the new development is designed for year-round living and has six independent residences. There are single-storey three-bedroom residences at 126 square meters with a terrace of 104 square meters. Or, opt for one of the split-level villas with a mezzanine and two or three bedrooms, spanning 110 square meters. All are south-facing, boasting outlooks to the Bay of Plakias.
Renowned architects Urban Soul Project are at the helm, a firm with an impressive back catalog. From Ian’s Bar in Thessaloniki and Villa BROWN Ermou in Athens to The Barn House in Corfu and Rocabella Resort in Mykonos, the team’s aim is to “blend modern and traditional design through new technology, materials, and vintage techniques.”
The idea behind upscale Island Breeze is to provide both comfort and quality.
Be that via floor-to-ceiling windows allowing for unspoiled vistas out to the water, open-plan living, or the use of light colors and materials such as marble, wood and tiles, every detail is considered.
Each bedroom has an en-suite; the cleverly-positioned outdoor shower is only accessible from the master, offering total privacy. Out in the garden there’s a pergola housing an exterior kitchen with BBQ and dining area – perfect for entertaining. Look up at your environmentally friendly earth-covered roof and imagine the flora you can plant up there, while cutting down on energy costs.
Valuable investment opportunities
Not only do discerning investors have the chance to buy one of these exceptional villas, but they can also choose to rent the property out for part of the year. Offering high returns, the house ends up paying for itself. And no need to worry about management, there’s a professional team on hand to take care of that.
World-class setting
One of the last remaining prime spots in the seafront village of Plakias, the location is unparalleled, with crystal clear waters and blue-flagged Plakias Bay a few minutes from Island Breeze.
Head down there and enjoy one of the longest sandy stretches on the island. Moreover, you’re just 1.5 hours from both Heraklion and Chania airports and half an hour from the port town of Rethymnon.
There are several smaller beaches in the surrounding area to check out, including Ammoudaki, Damnoni, and Ammoudi. And if hiking and biking are your thing, there are around 15 trails to enjoy through olive groves and gorges.
Plakias Bay, Crete, Greece
Furthermore, billions of Euros are being invested in Crete’s infrastructure by the Greek Government, with upgrades to the island’s road and energy networks. Approval has also been granted for a new international airport at Kasteli. Once built, it will be Greece’s second-largest. Overall, Crete represents a top place to invest, with property values expected to increase in the future.
To find out more, contact Elxis – At Home In Greece, a leading real estate company with more than three decades of experience. Get in touch via email, phone, or by visiting their office in Plakias, where the Island Breeze Villas are situated, or one of their other offices in Thessaloniki and Utrecht (Netherlands).
