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Horst
Founder & Client Relations
- Building relationships
- Community building
- Contact for buyers
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About us
Greek passion.German accuracy.
Hephaistos Real Estate was founded by people who have been connected to Crete for decades – as a home, not just a market.
Our philosophy
Two values. One promise.
Greek passion
- Hospitality
- Warmth
- Community
- Joy of life
We know the island, its people and its quirks – and we share that knowledge with you.
German accuracy
- Reliability
- Planning
- Transparency
- Diligence
Clear processes, vetted contracts and honest communication – across borders.
Our story
A bond that has been growing since 1992.
- 01
1992 – The first journey
The first encounter with Crete: its landscape, its light and its people left a lasting impression.
- 02
2021 – The return
After years of travelling, the realisation: no other region felt as much like home as Crete.
- 03
The encounter
Meeting Giorgos Pavlidis and Manolis Poistrakis grew into trust – and a shared vision.
- 04
Today – Hephaistos
A company that translates friendship, trust and a passion for Crete into shared work.
The team behind Hephaistos
Five people, one shared goal.
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Frank
Founder & Strategic Development
- Vision & strategy
- Market knowledge
- Decades of Crete experience
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Giorgos Pavlidis
Founder & Civil Engineer
- Project planning
- Construction management
- Quality assurance
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Manolis Poistrakis
Founder, Property Expert & Maintenance
- On-site property search
- Property management
- Team & project coordination
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Lola
Legal Counsel
- Property law
- Contract review
- Authorities & permits
Get to know us in person.
We look forward to a first conversation – on the island or by video call.