PLAKA

Plaka, Crete has remained for years a hidden gem.
The view of Spinalonga

Known only to locals and a few vacationers who seek solitude away from the crowds of Agios Nikolaos and Elounda. It is located only an hour from Heraklion airport and 30 minutes from Agios Nikolaos and it has one of the most picturesque locations on the entire island.

In recent years, it has gained in popularity partly because it served as a setting for a successful Greek tv series “The Island” based on Victoria Hislop’s book of the same name.

Plaka, Crete, depicts accurately the Cretan lifestyle.

Four kms along the coast from the attractive resort of Elounda, Plaka was once a sleepy fishing village.    It has grown over the recent years, but still retains a peaceful atmosphere and has a very attractive setting looking out over the Mirabello Bay.

There are several tavernas and cafes, some of which remain open throughout the year plus seasonal shops and services.  

To either side of the village lie long pebbly beaches with sweeping curves and clear waters. On the southern side, the beach is home to the beautiful and extensive Blue Palace Resort, however visitors can access the beach by a path near the Church of Agia Marina.

To the northern side of the village is the longest and most accessible beach, with gorgeous views to the island, and space for everyone

There are lovely views over to the historic island of Spinalonga with regular small boat trips there.   The village has a jetty from which to moor small boats.  There are at least three buses a day to and from Elounda/Aghios Nikolaos.

Some properties in the area…
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Havgas, Elounda, Lasithi
LUXURY 6-BEDROOM VILLA FOR SALE IN HAVGAS,…
LH-946
2.800.000€
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Plaka, Agios Nikolaos, Lasithi
FLAT PLOT FOR SALE IN PLAKA WITH NICE SEA …
LP-287
250.000€
LH-886_07villa5
Elounda, Lasithi, Crete
SEASIDE LUXURY LIVING: VILLA WITH PANORAMI…
LH-886
5.900.000€
LOP 4
Chavgas, Elounda, Crete
ELOUNDA PLOT FOR SALE WITH STUNNING VIEWS …
LP-180
675.000€
LP-124_03
Chavga, Elounda
SUPERB PLOT FOR PRIVATE OR COMMERCIAL DEVE…
LP-124
800.000€
LP-118_03
Vrouchas, Lasithi, Crete
BEAUTIFUL WINDMILL FOR SALE AND RENOVATION…
LP-118
60.000€

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