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Villa |2 bedrooms |Sleeps 4

Turgutreis in Bodrum

from £100 / night

£695–£825 / week

7 nights minimum stay

Changeover flexible

4.5 out of 5

7 reviews | Write a review

Key info  Swimming pool, beach or lakeside relaxation, air conditioning, balcony/terrace, car not necessary, private garden, no pets allowed

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About the home

NOW BOOKING FOR 2013

YOU ARE LOOKING FOR A VILLA HOLIDAY IN A PEACEFUL QUIET LOCATION. PRIVATE POOL, PRIVATE PRETTY GARDENS, WALKING DISTANCE TO BEACH/SHOPS RESTAURANTS - This ticks all of those boxes! There are even two pet tortoises (Fred and Ginger) in the grounds!!

This is a beautiful detached cottage style villa set in private walled gardens amongst mandarine trees and flowers a riot of colour during the summer months. Private pool, sunny and shady terrace, 2 bedrooms (one en-suite), open plan living area and galleried landing. The prize-winning beach of Turgutreis, is just 10 minutes walk away. On Saturdays, the town hosts the biggest market (pazar) in the area, where you can mingle with locals and tourists alike bargaining for items of clothing, fruit and veg and articles of interest.

The English owner of the house has put care and effort into the design and decoration of the property, his love of antiquities shows inside and out. He has taken care to incorporate elements of local architecture and lifestyle such as open plan and split level features, antique marble ornaments, local Anatolian handicrafts, Italian tiles and stone walls. Each season there are updates to this house. Summer 2012 saw the extension of the second bedroom which now offers flexible bed space for either twin beds or a double. No surprise this house gets the highest percentage of repeat guests, they come back year after year......

Outside, the Hidden Garden, and private pool are pure delights. Hidden Garden - because that's just what it is. A hidden garden behind a walled and gated entrance, offering peace, seclusion and tranquillity - yet minutes walk to supermarkets, shops, beach and amenities.

The villa is easily accessed by road or on foot and has a parking space outside the gate to its entrance.

Facilities

Further details indoors:
Ground Floor
Has a spacious bathroom with shower, wash basin, WC and full length mirror and a bedroom which can sleep one or two people. The owner has extended this bedroom during winter 2012 so it now has twin single beds which can easily be made into a large double bed, depending on guest requirements. This now suits families or couples. The open plan living area has a traditional fireplace, comfy and stylish furniture, local satellite TV and WI-FI internet access and a fully equipped kitchen, complete with oven/hob and grill, fridge freezer, washing machine, breakfast bar etc.

First Floor
The split level gallery bedroom is fully furnished with a double bed, en-suite room with WC and wash basin. This room has a delightful Juliet style balcony which overlooks the pool and gardens.

Pool towels are provided. Interim mini clean and linen change included in stays of 2 weeks. Additional cleaning can be arranged on request.

A safe has also been installed for guest use to store passports/valuable etc.

Solar Panels have been fitted to the roof for instant hot water.

Further details outdoors:
SWIMMING POOL
Is larger than average for the area and is approx 8 metres long by 4.5 metres at its widest point and 3m at its slimest point as it is bean shaped. It is 1.40 cm in shallow part and 1.65 cm in the deep part. Ideal for family.
POOL TOWELS are available for guest use.

Outside/Garden etc
Bright orange fruit from tangerine and pomegranite trees, sparkling blue pool, lush green lawn and vegetation and bright flora bring a riot of colour to your eyes. A sunny and shady terrace with purpose built stone furniture, complete with soft cushions is available for you to sit and take in the sights and sounds of the gardens. There is interest all around as marble or antique ornaments are scattered tastefully around the courtyard terrace area. Calm and peaceful is the order of the day.

Garden 'guests' are Fred & Ginger, the 'husband and wife team' and pet tortoise who live amongst the shade of the garden and will join you during your stay!

Turgutreis
The prize winning beach is just 10 mins stoll away. Here, you can spend your days sunbathing, swimming or take advantage of the water sports activities available. Turgutreis has many shops, bars, cafes and restaurants all offering delicious Turkish food and other International cuisine. If its a warm atmosphere you want, then Turgutreis offers it, if its total relaxation and quiet, then slip back to this calm oasis and enjoy a nightcap or sundowner in your own hidden garden.
Wireless internet access.

Further details

Change over days are flexible.

Unless prearranged, guests are requested to vacate the property by 10.00am on day of departure and arrival is after 4pm. If the villa is not booked prior to your arrival and departure, then we can be flexible on arrival/departure times

Conditions

Easy and simple booking instructions can be given verbally once contact has been made via phone or email.

25% Reservation deposit is requested at time of booking with the balance due 6 weeks before arrival.

Payments can be made via cheque, bank transfer or Paypal.

English property managers are on hand to assist with any problems during your stay - details of this person can be given to you at time of booking. We can arrange, car hire, airport transfer, meet and greet, welcome pack, cot/high chair hire etc

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Villa and pool set in pretty gardens

 

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Private pool in private gardens

 

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Villa, covered pergola and pool

 

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Shaded terrace area by pool

The Turquoise Coast/Lycia region

On the Bodrum Peninsula buildings are not permitted to be built more than 2 stories high, and there are no buildings higher than 3 stories in the whole Peninsula. This tends to make the area look particularly attractive. Most of the buildings are white washed cubes, similar to those in the Greek Islands. This is because this part of Turkey used to belong to Greece and some of the Greek Islands used to belong to Turkey. As you can imagine, there is a lot of history around the area.

History
Archaeological excavations have established that human habitation in the Yalikavak area began in around 2000BC, and there are ruins and artefacts from the Carian, Hellenistic, Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman eras. The historic sites such as Sandima, Pasanda (Geris), Kandiba and Termil (Dirmil/Gökçebel) attract visitors from all over the world. Yalikavak is famous for the numerous windmills found in the vicinity. The winds, that until recently turned the vanes of these working windmills, now fill the sails of boats and windsurfs. Another “typical” feature found in abundance here are domed water cisterns which, in the past, were used in times of drought and are now being adapted for artistic and cultural uses.

Ferry trips to the Greek island of Kos can be made from Bodrum
Further afield you can visit Ephesus, the largest archaeological site in the world, the stunning pools at Pamukkale, the royal rock tombs at Dalyan, and the temple of Apollo at Didim.

The Bodrum / Turgutreis area

Turgutreis, on the Bodrum Peninsula, is named after Admiral Turgut Reis who was born in the village of Karabag which overlooks Turgutreis on the hillside above the town and where there is a statue to the Admiral in the village square. Turgut Reis was also known as "Dragut" he died of his wounds at the siege of Malta on 23rd June 1563. The town holds a three day festival around June 23rd each year, when Turkish navel warships visit the bay and military bands and entertainers hold concerts in Ataturk Square.

There are large supermarkets and numerous local shops. There is also a new marina opened in 2005 which houses a string of bars and restaurants, cafes and shops. You also have an open air cinema where you can sit back and enjoy a movie while sipping a cocktail or beer etc.

Turgutreis is a quieter option to the more touristy resorts close by such as Bodrum, Bitez and Gumbet. There is a good beach and as it is on the tip of the Bodrum peninsula the water quality is very good due to the currents passing through between the headland and adjacent islands. The Greek islands of Kos, Pserimos and Kalymnos are close by and from June to October the ferry leaves Turgutreis for day visits to Kos (takes 45 mins).

In Turgutreis petty crime is almost nil. The town is safe and even walking around the markets there is a feeling of security. Buildings in Turgutreis are almost exclusively low rise meaning the view to the water is unimpeded from many places in the town.

To the tourist, the town has three main areas:
1: The beach
2: The square beside the mosque and the seaside restaurants.
3: The backstreet and market shopping.

The beach itself is a slim sandy beach not overly long and yet never too crowded even in August. The beaches are operated by the restaurant behind and all sunbeds are free. The standard of service on the beach is superb with all restaurants employing staff to work the beach. Turning up to the beach, you will be greeted by friendly faces keen to find the sunbeds and parasols of your choosing and locate them to the patch of sand you most want to settle on. There is an etiquette here. These beach boys will work hard to make your day pleasant and genuinely do care. The etiquette is that you will buy your drinks from the restaurant serving you - simple manners really. I found that the service was not at all pushy and the drinks, being so reasonably priced were quite pleasant on the beach.

The square in the centre of town is stunning and comes alive at night. On one side are the boats with their captains constantly encouraging custom. The prices of the boat rides really are superb. A whole day out on the water calling in on little islands to swim in the sea and snorkel with fishes costs approx £12.00 for an adult. This price is a full day trip with lunch included.

On the other side of the square is the mosque and the run of restaurants along the front. All these eateries are superb but when visiting it becomes easy to get hooked into one place due to the excellent standard of service.

The back streets and Saturday market are buzzing with places to eat and drink cheaply and bargains to be had. The rule here is always haggle. Do it politely and you will be well received. Most places settle on a price about three quarters of the list price.

Local buses ( Dolmus ) go to most local villages as well as Bodrum and are a cheap way of getting around. Other towns worth a visit by bus are Yalikavak, Gundgoan, Gumusluk, Akyarlar, Karaincir and buses to these run about every 20 mins or so until late at night.

How to get there

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During the summer months, many charter flights fly into Bodrum which is the nearest airport, (approx 45 mins drive from the villa). Try some of these below:-
www.aegeanflights.com
www.travelrepublic.co.uk
www.flythomascook.com
www.skyscanner.net
www.firstchoice.co.uk
www.thomsonfly.com
www.flypgs.com - direct to Bodrum from Stansted
www.kthy.net
easyJet

In the winter months, some charter companies still fly direct from the UK to Bodrum, try www.aegeanflights.com Other routes to Bodrum are via Istanbul, Izmir or Dalaman. Turkish Airlines fly from Istanbul to Bodrum. BA flies from Gatwick to Izmir. easyJet flies from the UK to Dalaman and opened up direct flights into Bodrum during 2009.

Private Transfers - can be arranged by a fully licensed company we work with, please contact us for information. The driver knows the location of all our properties and can also hand over the key. Each way cost: £55 for up to 4 people, £8 per additional person.

Taxi - A taxi from Bodrum airport to Yalikavak will cost approx £50 each way for up to 3 people.

Activities near Bodrum

Reviews

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05 Nov 2012

“Pretty oasis” We as a group of friends were looking for a cozy, relaxing place for our holiday and that's exactly we got!! The place is very welcoming, private and quiet. The rooms are very spacious, the pool is great and best of all, the villa is not overlooked which gives you a sense of privacy. When we arrived the owner of the villa gave us information about Turgutreis and Bodrum (beaches, bars, etc.) which was very helpful. Throughout our stay we enjoyed the peaceful garden equipped for bbq, the well maintained pool and the comfortable rooms during the day and when we wanted to go out at night Turgutreis Marina is a very nice option as it's a few minute's walk from the villa. If you want to go to a bar and have fun you could go to Bodrum easily by bus. The main bus station is very close to the house if you need a cheap transportation method. All the bus drivers know a little bit of English and are very helpful. In general the villa and Turgutreis are a good choice if you want a relaxing holiday to enjoy with friends or family. We hope to return next year!!

02 Nov 2012

“Lovely Holiday” We have recently returned from a two weeks stay at The Hidden Garden Villa & were infact the last booking of the season following the Barlow`s ( 8th- 23rd of Oct ) We have stayed here over a number of years usually at the end of the season & we love it, the Villa has undergone some very nice modifications since our previous visit, it`s location is brilliant within 10 mins walk from beautiful beaches a host of very nice eating places a choice of two supermarkets,also the minibus station where you can go to lovely coastal villages or to Bodrum, for a very cheap price. Jame`s,our host is a lovely chap who is dedicated to the comfort of his guests. His swimming pool enjoys a good position toward the rear & side of the patio & not noticably overlooked. We hope to visit again next year.

09 Oct 2012

“No good for groups, especially women. Perhaps ok for quiet couple.” We travelled to Turkey for a week's holiday as a group of four women (health professionals aged 28-31) looking for a last bit of summer sunshine and to spend a week by the pool, barbequing,... more Response: This is a joint response to the review posted by these guests from the property owner and booking agents and is based on information supplied by owner and guest. Both the owner and booking agents... more

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03 Jul 2012

“A quiet oasis to relax and unwind” The villa is the best i have ever stayed in in terms of holiday satisfaction. This was my second year of using this villa. The villa is simple in design and furnishing but has everything (sat TV, Internet, full kitchen etc). A great swimming pool, a lovely patio, dinning area with BBQ. Two double bedrooms limit capacity to four people which is in keeping with size of the living facilities The walled garden with its fruit treas and flower beds provides privacy and a feeling that you are secluded. Yet a few minutes walk down the road you have the town centre and its mix of tourist bars etc. The local fish restraunts where the locals dine are superb and offer much better value than the tourist strip. A great place to unwind and relax. I hired a car on both stays and found we did not use it apart from arival and depature as we stayed poolside most days.

02 Jul 2012

“Perfect little hideaway retreat.” The villa was beautiful and perfectly situated from the town, beach and nearby vicinities. There was plenty to do in Turgetreis and the surrounding areas but we'd definitely advise people to take a trip on the minibus to Gumusluk. The villa was more than we'd hoped for and both rooms were immaculate. We did want to say a big thanks to James for being so accomodating. And especially when he got the BBQ up and running for us, as we certainly made the most of it after he'd sorted it out!

03 Oct 2011

“Tranquil and beautiful property,the best I've visited!!!” I had the most wonderful,peaceful stay at The Hidden Garden. The property is in a cul-de-sac so there is no passing traffic!! The location is superb,being a 10 minute walk to the beach/restaurants,with supermarkets even closer,reached in about 5 minutes. Inside and out this property has everything you could want,it really is home from home!!,the interior is superbly finished with lots of personal touch's. The garden is a riot of colour with lots of fruit trees,I've never seen pomegranate's so big!! The pool is just the right size without spoiling the garden. James is an excellent host,from meeting him at 04.00 in the morning on my arrival,at which time he made tea and we had a good chat,to him visiting one day for a beer and a chat(he loves bitter if your going!!). His knowledge of the local area was in valuable. I will definately go back to The Hidden Garden,if you want to go away to completly unwind,this is the place to go!!

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09 Aug 2011

“Paradise!” From the moment you open the gate to the "Hidden Garden" you feel you are transported in to your own small piece of paradise! The outdoor space is what makes this villa so special - so much thought has gone in to designing the garden to make it perfect. There are an abundance of tangerine and pomegranate trees and even a lemon tree. The pool is a perfect size to either play games in or just bob about in. The shady terrace has an outdoor settee perfect for relaxing during the day and chilling at night. The villa itself is clean and modern, and well equipped. It is located in a quiet residential area but is only 0.3miles away from the hustle and bustle of Turgutresis. I can not underestimate how relaxing the villa was, what a perfect chillout and a little slice of paradise. There are also two tortoises (Fred and Ginger). They only appear every other day and when they did they loved being hand fed cucumber and lettuce, grapes or kiwi fruit. I would return in a shot , and the service from the owner (James) and the booking agent (Penisulla Villas) was second to none. I could not recommend this property highly enough - fantastic

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Rental prices

Prices for group size 4
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Mid season 2012	16 Sep 12	31 Oct 12	645£ 645	-	-	1 Week
Mid seaon May-June 2013	1 May 13	1 Jul 13	695£ 695	-	-	1 Week
High Season 2013	1 Jul 13	16 Sep 13	825£ 825	-	-	1 Week
Mid season 2012	16 Sep 13	1 Nov 13	695£ 695	-	-	1 Week

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Refundable Security Deposit of £250 required either cash on Arrival to the owner or to be paid at final balance stage and reimbursed by bank transfer to the owner.

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