Alsancak holiday apartment accommodation with walking, beach/lake nearby, balcony/terrace, air con, rural retreat, TV, DVD

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Affordable, Modern Apartment (apartment)

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Situated approximately 400 metres from the coast on a small, private development (only 16 properties in 4 blocks) this property is perfect for family holidays or sunshine getaways with plenty to do and see in the surrounding areas. Quiet and peaceful, yet only a few minutes drive from the larger beach complexes, such as Escape Beach, the apartment has easy access to all amenities and many excellent restaurants for eating out.

This luxurious, newly-built, self-catering apartment has been furnished to a very high standard throughout with modern appliances and contemporary furnishings.

The apartment benefits from its own private roof terrace providing spectacular views of both the Mediterranean Sea and Besparmak Mountain range. Perfect for sunbathing or al-fresco dining, the roof terrace has a feature stone BBQ and is child-friendly.

View of the apartment across the pool	View from the roof terrace towards the sea
Large fitted kitchen with oven, hob, washing machine and fridge freezer - being put to good use!!	Open plan lounge and dining area with TV, DVD and IPod docking station

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The Kyrenia District

Loved for its slow pace of life, value for money and delightful village-feel, Northern Cyprus combines beautiful bays and enchanting sights with a sunny climate all year round, making it an ideal get-away for every season.
One of the best kept secrets of the Mediterranean, it remains the perfect hideaway - peaceful and unspoilt. Boasting spectacular countryside and miles of deserted and undeveloped beaches and is perfectly suited to those who prefer outdoor activities such as golf, walking and watersports.

Cyprus registers itself as the sunniest island in the Mediterranean with over 300 days sunshine each year. Winters are mild, spring arrives in February and temperatures can reach into the 70s as early as March. Sea temperatures hardly ever fall below 16°C.

Kyrenia (or Girne as it is locally known) is the nearest large town to the apartment and is 5km along the coast road. Kyrenia is a charming Venetian harbour town, full of yachts and fishing boats. It's and is backed by dramatic wooded hills. The long northern coastline is backed by the Beşparmak (Five Finger) Mountains with their dramatic wooded slopes and craggy summits. Sandy beaches and rocky coves await discovery along the shore.

Due to the legacies of the British colonial era, English is widely spoken throughout the island, even in the most remote areas. They even drive on the left, which is handy when hiring a car!

Turkish Cypriot people are extremely friendly and Northern Cyprus is considered to be a very safe holiday destination.

Alsancak area

The apartment is within walking distance (10-15 mins) of two separate beaches offering many watersports activities including boarding, water-skiing, jet-skiing and powerboat rides. Alsancak Beach and Escape Beach are a must visit, again both only a 5 minute drive away.

Furthermore, there are numerous scuba centres along the coast for those who want to indulge in underwater diving and snorkelling. For the adrenaline seekers amongst you, tandem paragliding can be undertaken from the top of the mountains.

The Merit Crystal Cove Hotel is the nearest 5* hotel and can be seen from the apartment. The hotel welcomes visitors and for a nominal fee allows the use of their private beach and all facilities including sauna, gym, swimming pools, watersports, bars and restaurants. Additionally, for approx £20 per day you can have all of the above plus food and drink all inclusive!

Golf enthusiasts will be delighted to learn that North Cyprus has now opened its first golf course. The Esentepe Golf and Country Club is not just the first 18 hole golf course in North Cyprus, but a truly international course designed to the highest standards. The course covers some 6600 yards with elegant greens, tricky sand bunkers and water hazards and is set amongst olive trees with the natural beauty of the Northern Cyprus Kyrenia Mountains as a stunning backdrop. You can also practice your swing at the 30 bay driving range, or brush up of your skills with the help of a qualified instructor at the golf academy.

Spa lovers will be as equally delighted to know that a 5* health resort and spa has opened in Karsiyaka, offering a truly indulgent spa experience with a wide range of treatments and exclusive five star dining.

For the children, there are excellent water slides at the Acapulco Beach Hotel and Riverside Holiday Village which are both a 5 minute drive away. As a non-resident, you pay a small fee per person and the facilities are yours to enjoy throughout the day. There is also a great new waterpark that has opened in Lapta.

Inland, Crusader castles such as Hilarion and Kantara, conquered by Richard the Lionheart in 1191, can be visited and there are Roman ruins at Salamis and Soli. The Beşparmak Mountains are traffic free and provide wonderful walking and bird watching, especially in the spring when wild flowers are in bloom. The citrus growing region to the west, around Guzelyurt, is also worth a visit.

There's also the peaceful little hillside village of Bellapais, just outside Kyrenia, where you'll find the Tree of Idleness immortalised in the Lawrence Durrell novel Bitter Lemons. Go there in the evening, when the ruins of the 12th Century abbey are lit up, and treat yourself to a cocktail in one of the surrounding bars as you listen to piped classical music and soak up the atmosphere.

Food and drink lovers may wish to sip a refreshing drink on the terrace of one of the many beautiful bars or savour local delicacies in nearby restaurants. There are plentiful, reasonably priced restaurants in the area offering a wide range of Turkish and International cuisines, some of which offer 5* dining with fantastic views. Some restaurants will even supply free taxis for their customers, so it's worth checking when you make a reservation.

How to get there

You can fly to Cyprus via Larnaca or Paphos airports in Southern Cyprus or alternatively via North Cyprus's Ercan Airport.

Flying to North Cyprus:
Cyprus Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
EasyJet now fly from the UK's Luton Airport to Istanbul's Sabiha Gökçen Airport on the Asian side of the Bosphorus. Pegasus Airlines operates a daily shuttle from this Istanbul airport to Ercan in Northern Cyprus.

The following tour operators sometimes offer good flight only details:
Cyprus Paradise
Green Island Holidays

Flying to South Cyprus:
British Airways
Monarch Arlines (Air 2000) - from March 07
Olympic Airlines
Cyprus Airways
Thomas Cook
First Choice

Excellent flight information can be found by looking at www.skyscanner.co.uk. We would also recommend booking a one-way ticket to Cyprus and a one-way ticket back home. This is sometimes a cheaper way of travelling...see for yourself on www.flythomascook.com.

Airport transfers:
Please inform us of your requirements at your earliest convenience and the owners will make all necessary arrangements. Transfers can often be free of charge if car hire is booked through owners recommended companies.

Ercan (approx. 45 min drive)
Larnaca (approx 1.5 hours - taxi can be arranged - estimate £40 to £50 each way)
Paphos (approx 2 hours - taxi can be arranged - estimate £80 each way)

Visa requirements:
The citizens of European Union (EU) nations, Turkey, USA, Canada, Mexico, Israel, Japan, Singapore, Switzerland, Iceland, Norway, Australia and New Zealand do not require a visa.

No visa is required for a stay of up to one month for all bona fide tourists nationals of countries listed above. Extensions to stay beyond one month can be arranged in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus at local police stations.

All other nationals should check their position with regard to passports and visas with the nearest Embassy or Office of Representative of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus.

Visitors who do not wish to have their passports stamped by the authorities on arrival in Northern Cyprus may request a stamped visa form which is loosely inserted into the passport and removed upon departure.

Activities near Alsancak

Facilities

Further details indoors:
The apartment comprises three good sized bedrooms, two with double beds and fitted wardrobes and the third with a single bed with pull-out under bed, suitable for up to 2 younger adults or children. Hotel quality Egyptian cotton bed-linen and towels are supplied as standard. There are two bathrooms, one of which is en-suite.

The lounge, dining room and kitchen form a spacious open plan area with large picture windows overlooking the communal pool. Patio doors lead from the kitchen to a small balcony which is equipped with a small table and x2 chairs, perfect for that morning coffee or alfresco drink!

The apartment is fully air-conditioned, perfect for those hot sunny days. The air conditioning units have a dual function and can also heat rooms to a comfortable temperature during the cooler months.

Both the master and second bedroom have fitted wardrobes.

For those of you that own an iPod, there is a docking station that can be used in the apartment or alternatively on the roof while you are sunbathing or dining al-fresco!

Further details outdoors:
The communal pool is of a good size with access steps at both ends. The pool is surrounded by a paved area, ideal for sunbathing if you do not wish to use the private roof terrace.

Please note that the pool is unsupervised and unheated. The general recommended months for unheated pool use in Cyprus are May through to October.

Further details

***Please note: smoking is permitted on roof terrace & balcony only***

Rental rates

Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Med: Mar - Jun 09	28 Mar 09	26 Jun 09	275£ 275	0-	0-	1 Week
High: Jun - Sept 09	29 Jun 09	5 Sep 09	450£ 450	0-	0-	1 Week
Med: Sept - Oct 09	5 Sep 09	31 Oct 09	350£ 350	0-	0-	1 Week
Low: Oct 09 - Mar 10	31 Oct 09	27 Mar 10	200£ 200	0-	0-	1 Week
Med: Mar - Jun 10	27 Mar 10	26 Jun 10	350£ 350	0-	0-	1 Week
High: Jun - Sept 10	26 Jun 10	4 Sep 10	450£ 450	0-	0-	1 Week
Med: Sept - Oct 10	4 Sep 10	30 Oct 10	350£ 350	0-	0-	1 Week
Low: Oct 10 - Jan 11	30 Oct 10	6 Jan 11	200£ 200	0-	0-	1 Week

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.

In order to secure the booking, we require a 25% non-refundable deposit with the outstanding balance to be paid no later than six weeks prior to departure.

We require a security bond of £200 to cover any damage, loss, breakages or disproportionate use of utilities. Please note: for stays longer than 2 weeks, the owners reserve the right to increase proportionally the bond requested. In all cases, the bond will be refunded within 14 days of departure subject to meters being read and an appropriate deduction in respect of any damage or breakages reported to us by our managing agents.

It is possible to book the apartment for additional days, over and above complete weeks, should you so wish. This will be charged at the relevant daily rate of £35 (low season); £60 (med season); and £75 (high season)

For stays of more than 4 weeks, discounts will be offered. Please contact the owner for a quotation based on the dates required.

If you wish to book a long-term let, please do not hesitate to contact us for negotiable rates. Rates are typically charged from £100.00 per week (excluding utility bills and subject to the time of the year) for a booking of no less than three months.

Should you wish to travel as part of a larger group and stay on the same development, we are able to make suitable arrangements with other property owners on your behalf.

We can arrange transfers, car hire, mid-stay cleaning and welcome packs for an additional charge if required. Please ask for further details when making your enquiry.

Availability

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