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Gouves, Irakleio, Greece

Unfinished Detached Building For Sale In Skoteino Village, Gouves, Heraklion, Crete

# Exceptional Opportunity - Unfinished Detached Residence with Panoramic Sea & Mountain Views
## Skoteino – Pano Gouves, Heraklion, Crete

**124.80 sq.m. Residence | 4,465.54 sq.m. Private Land | 3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | 2 Kitchens | 2 Living Areas | Panoramic Sea & Mountain Views | 90 Mature Olive Trees | Newly Constructed in 2024**

Set within a generous private plot of **4,465.54 sq.m.** in the peaceful countryside of **Skoteino, Pano Gouves**, this newly constructed detached residence represents an excellent opportunity to create a highly personalised home in one of Crete’s most attractive areas, combining privacy, natural surroundings and convenient access to the northern coastline.

With a total built area of approximately **124.80 sq.m.**, the property has already reached an advanced stage of construction, allowing the future owner to complete the interiors entirely according to their personal taste and requirements.

The major structural, architectural and permitting works have already been completed, offering the advantage of acquiring a newly built property while retaining the freedom to select finishes, kitchens, bathrooms, flooring, lighting and interior design.

## Modern Construction & Quality Features

Completed to its current stage in **2024**, the residence incorporates contemporary construction specifications and includes:

- High-quality aluminium window frames
- Insect screens and exterior shutters
- Security entrance door
- Thermal façade insulation for enhanced energy efficiency
- Plumbing installation points prepared for completion
- Electrical installation points prepared for completion
- Contemporary architectural design
- Excellent natural light throughout the residence
- Extensive outdoor areas offering significant landscaping potential

The property offers an ideal foundation for the creation of a sophisticated **permanent residence, private holiday home or investment property for the premium short-term rental market**.

## Property Layout

### Ground Floor

The ground floor has been designed to include:

- **2 bedrooms**
- Kitchen
- Comfortable living area
- Bathroom
- Direct connection with the surrounding land and outdoor spaces

Its functional layout makes it suitable either as the main residential level or as an independent guest or family area, depending on the final configuration chosen by the future owner.

### First Floor

The upper level comprises:

- **1 bedroom**
- Bathroom
- Kitchen
- Living area
- Spacious panoramic terrace

One of the property's strongest features is the **large terrace with unobstructed views towards both the sea and the surrounding mountains**.

The terrace offers excellent potential for the creation of an elegant outdoor living and dining area, lounge space or entertainment zone, making full use of Crete's exceptional climate and scenery.

## Private Land with 90 Mature Olive Trees

The residence stands within approximately **4.500sqm2 of private land**, providing privacy, open views and substantial outdoor space.

The property includes approximately **90 mature olive trees**, creating an authentic Mediterranean setting while also offering the possibility of private olive oil production.

The extensive grounds could be further landscaped to incorporate, subject to the relevant approvals where required:

- Mediterranean gardens
- Outdoor sitting and dining areas
- Pergolas and shaded relaxation spaces
- Vegetable or herb gardens
- Additional recreational areas
- Potential pool and sunbathing area
- Private parking and landscaped access

The combination of the olive grove, panoramic views and contemporary residence gives the property a distinctive character particularly appealing to international buyers looking for privacy and an authentic Cretan lifestyle.

## Strategic Location

The property enjoys a peaceful semi-rural setting while remaining within convenient distance of beaches, tourism infrastructure and major transport connections.

Indicative distances include:

- **Approx. 8 km from Gouves Beach**
- **Approx. 12 minutes from Gournes**
- Close to the major tourism and leisure developments of the northern Heraklion coastline
- **Approx. 1 km from Skoteino Cave**
- **Approx. 30 minutes from Heraklion International Airport**
- Convenient access towards the new Kastelli International Airport

The wider Gouves area is one of the most established residential and tourism destinations of northern Crete, offering easy access to beaches, restaurants, hotels, shops and everyday amenities while preserving quieter inland residential areas such as Skoteino.

## Investment Perspective

Thanks to its substantial private land, newly constructed building, panoramic setting and proximity to the north coast, the property offers several possibilities:

- High-quality permanent residence
- Luxury holiday home
- Second residence for international buyers
- Boutique holiday rental
- Premium short-term rental investment
- Lifestyle property combining residential use with olive production

The unfinished interior stage is a particular advantage for buyers seeking a property that can be completed with **their own architectural identity and level of specification**, without undertaking the lengthy initial stages of planning and structural construction.

## A Rare Opportunity in the Gouves Countryside

This is an attractive proposition for buyers seeking **privacy, views, land and modern architecture within easy reach of the sea and Heraklion**.

Rather than purchasing a completed property and adapting an existing interior, the future owner has the opportunity to create a bespoke residence from the final construction stage onwards - while enjoying the security of an already established building, private land and mature Mediterranean landscape.

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**Viewings and further property documentation are available upon request.**

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