Hania, Crete

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  AT-419 - Unique investment in the Venetian Old Town of Hania

Come and see where the Venetians use to live! A unique historical building, located in the Venetian Old Town of Hania; the 4 floors building of 478m², plus terrace on the last floor is facing the promenade Old Harbor. In 1983, the Greek Ministry of Culture, declares this 4-storey building as a “listed preservable building“. The building has a history going back to the 14th century. During the Turkish occupancy, the Bey Ibrahim Softazade, was using the house as his residence accommodating his harem. The house was given to the Greek State on 1925, according to the Treaty of Lausanne. During the 2nd World War and till the end of it, the Germans had their headquarters in this building. A well known businessman bought it 1932. He restored it and operated it as the first city Hotel from 1934 till 1970. Since then the present owners use it as their residence. The property still preserves many of its amazing features; tremendous thick walls, terrific stone arches, the grandeur wooden interior staircase, the old lounge; the remarkable entrance doors show the art in every detail; none of your guests will miss the plane/taxi or meeting/appointment since the old calling operator for the room service still operates and delivers every message. The best investment directly on the Old Harbor; breathtaking sea views and facing the restored lighthouse, symbol from Hania Town.

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