Crete is the largest of the Greek islands. Situated between Europe and
Africa. It has varied landscapes, mountains, deep gorges, fertile
valleys with small villages surrounded by olive trees and rich farmland
as well as the miles of sandy beaches. In the villages you can find
tavernas where can take refreshments and listen to the sound of Greek
music, the tinkling of goats bells and watch the locals going about
their daily life.
A magical island filled with a multitude of wild flowers – around
2,000 in all. Of these 2,000 around 200 are found growing wild only on
Crete. From orchids to peonies, from crocus to wild iris, whatever the
season there is always something special to be found. Of all the
flowers, Crete’s orchids are the most famous and abundant. Botanists,
artists and photographers come from around the world to enjoy their
beauty. This floral paradise is easily accessible from northern Europe
and is just a short flight from many major airports. Now that Easy Jet
is making direct flights to the island from the UK and other carriers
are waking up to the potential for tourism other than just sandy
beaches and hot sun, the market for all kind of visitors is opening up.
Cretan Traditional Homes – are attractive and blend into the
landscape, completely unlike the modern concrete blocks in seaside
tourist areas. More and more people are turning to the stone built
houses which cost a little more to build but are much more adaptable to
the hot sun and have minimal upkeep since once the stone is sealed it
will withstand the elements for many years.
One of the problems we have come across for prospective purchasers
is that more and more of them are wanting to rent out properties for
extra income until they retire, and in order to do long term rentals it
is necessary to have an EOT licence this is a licence issued by the
Greek tourist Board to guarantee a certain standard and size of rooms.
The whole mystique of gaining an EOT licence seems to be quite hard to
fathom and therefore Cretian property consultants
are inclined to advise people when building to build to the EOT sizing
standards and this enables them to either apply for a licence, or to
tell future purchasers that they can do so. This means that they can
optimise their investment.
Investment in property in Crete is still very sound and expanding every year – and there are various crete property experts that cover the whole of Crete and aims to offer a knowledgeable and personal service to all enquires.
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