4-room flat to be refurbished, semi-basement, Center, Rethimno

Apartment for sale in the center of Rethymno city. It is a semi-basement apartment of 130 sq.m. in the main street of the city of Rethymno, very close to the municipal garden. The apartment currently functions as a shop, so it consists of 4 large rooms and a w.c. Due to its privileged location, this property is an excellent investment as there is the possibility to convert it from one or more houses into a shop, clinic, office, etc. With the appropriate interventions, the property can be converted either into a permanent residence or into a tourist accommodation or any space for professional use. Rethymno is the third largest city in Crete and one of the most beautiful in Greece.Byzantine churches and monasteries, renaissance monuments, caves, countless beaches and enchanting villages throughout the province, await the visitor to wander and admire them. The oriental influence of the Turkish occupation, combined with the Venetian architecture of the Renaissance, compose the picture beautiful of the old town of Rethymno. Taking a walk through the narrow streets of the historic center, you can see many Venetian and Turkish monuments. From the Venetian harbor and the famous lighthouse, you can reach the Venetian Fortezza castle. The arches of the Venetian Loggia will definitely impress you. After a while, you will have the chance to rest and drink fresh water from the Rimondi fountain with three spouts in the shape of a lion, built in 1626 by rector Rimondi. A stop at the Historical – Folk Museum of Rethymnon with its historical exhibits, is definitely not a waste of time. Continuing your tour in the old town, you will admire the church of San Francesco, you will pass through the Great Gate and will reach the main square where you will admire the various public buildings. The old city is the living history of Rethymno, it turns you back in time and invites you to visit it.