Ready 2-Bed Duplex with Sea View & 12 m Covered Poolside Balcony – Maleme (Chania), Crete

2 bed | duplex (1st & 2nd floor) | approx. 103.65 m² internal area + approx. 32.80 m² outdoor area | sea view | 12 m covered balcony | ready to move in | short-term letting possible (rules apply) | no buyer’s brokerage fee

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This ready-to-move-in duplex in Maleme (Platanias, Chania region) is ideal for second-home buyers who want a modern layout, sea view, and an outdoor space that works like an extension of the living area.

The lower level (1st floor) features an open-plan living/dining area with integrated kitchen and direct access to a covered, approx. 12 m poolside balcony—perfect for dining and relaxed evenings. Also on this level: one bedroom and a bathroom with shower and window.

Upstairs (2nd floor) you’ll find the second bedroom with its own bathroom, plus a gallery/work area overlooking the living space. A second entrance/exit on the upper level adds flexibility. A private underground storage room is allocated to the unit.

Short-term letting is generally possible (no guarantees; the complex rules apply).

Maleme is located on Crete’s north-west coast within the Platanias municipality (Chania region). The setting combines walkable beach access (approx. 300 m) with good connectivity towards Chania. Local amenities and tavernas are available in the wider area; Chania offers the larger range of services.

Beaches & day trips: Maleme Beach is a long coastline (depending on the section: sand and smooth pebbles). Platanias Beach and Agia Marina are nearby for beach days with promenade infrastructure. Falassarna as well as Balos/Elafonisi are popular day-trip destinations (season dependent).
Culture: Chania’s old town and Venetian harbour are a natural choice for evenings and day visits.
Outdoor & sports: Coastal routes for walking/jogging; cycling along the coastal axis.
Airfield note: The former Maleme airfield is nearby (no commercial flights); occasional small-aircraft activity may occur.

Indicative distances: CHQ airport ~36 km, Chania hospital ~19 km, Souda port ~25 km (traffic/season dependent).

Areas (clearly separated)
• Internal area: approx. 103.65 m² (Greek measurement)
• Lower level: approx. 67.81 m²
• Upper level: approx. 35.84 m²
• Outdoor area: approx. 32.80 m² (separately stated) – covered balcony/veranda (pool side)
• Underground storage: No. 1, approx. 6.49 m²
• Private parking: no (not allocated)

Living & comfort
• Duplex residence on 1st & 2nd floor
• Open-plan living/dining with integrated kitchen
• Sea view
• 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (one en-suite)
• Gallery/workspace overlooking the living area
• Additional access/entrance on the upper level
• Bathroom on lower level with shower and window

Materials & interior highlights (per technical specifications)
• Living/kitchen: large-format ceramic tiles (approx. 120×60 cm)
• Bedrooms: oak wood flooring (semi-solid)
• Bathrooms: cement-mortar finish (walls/floor) with sealing
• Kitchen: EGGER surfaces, LED work light (details per specification)

Windows, shading, security
• Aluminium windows with thermal break, double/partly triple glazing, screens
• Electric shutters in living and sleeping areas
• Security entrance door

Technology & energy
• Energy efficiency class A+
• Multi-split heating/cooling system
• Hot water via solar/boiler system
• Alarm preparation (pre-wiring)

Communal & operations
• Communal pool (approx. 120 m²), usage subject to complex rules
• Professional management of shared areas
• Elevator in the building/complex (upper levels access)

Area note: Internal area is stated as typically reported in Greece; outdoor areas (balcony/veranda) are stated separately.

Short-term letting: Generally permitted; the Rules of Operation & Management apply. No guarantees on income.

Community fees: Indicative €70–€100 per month per unit (depending on actual shared expenses and co-ownership share).

Taxes: According to the developer, the purchase is not subject to 24% VAT. Buyer transfer tax is 3.09% (contract/lawyer decisive; no tax advice).

Parking: No private parking allocated to this unit; parking options available nearby.

Images: Real photos from the model apartment may be used; renders may complement.

Transparency: No buyer’s brokerage fee.