Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Villa Ata is a detached and spacious 4 bedroom villa set amongst the olive trees and tangerine groves of the idyllic Bodrum Peninsula, some 15 kilometres from Bodrum itself and 2 kilometres from the beach and picturesque fishing village of Gumusluk. The villa is situated in the Gumusluk Valley, in quiet and beautiful countryside, on the edge of a rural hamlet. The Aegean Sea sparkles in the distance.
The villa is built to a high standard in traditional style and with all modern comforts. It has a private pool and garden, and sleeps up to 8. The villa is is perfect for families and couples. Villa Ata is located next to Villa Oya (owned by my sister and her husband) so for larger groups or two families holidaying together both villas can be booked. It is well-furnished throughout with spacious living areas, terrace and balconies providing views of the surrounding countryside, mountains and sea. The villa overlooks fields and olive, tangerine and lemon groves.
The villa has a slightly elevated position which ensures that even on the hottest of days it benefits from gentle and cooling breezes. Add this to wonderful sunsets and starry skies and you have a tranquil and picturesque setting, perfect for a relaxing and carefree holiday.
The villa offers an excellent base, whether you want simply to relax by the pool, enjoy Gumusluk and the surrounding coastline, explore the inland villages or venture into the hustle and bustle of Bodrum, with its Crusader castle, marina and plethora of shops, bars and cosmopolitan cafes.
The local regular bus service (dolmus) stops 5 minutes walk away from the villa. This gives easy access to Bodrum and the rest of the peninsula. The villa has a private car parking space. We would recommend that you hire a car in order to experience all that the area has to offer. However, if you simply want to relax around the villa and pool, with occasional trips to Gumusluk, Bodrum and elsewhere, then the dolmus (and perhaps a taxi from time to time) will be all that you need.
The nearest minimarket for fresh bread, groceries is a 5 minute walk away. There are large supermarkets at Turgetreis and Ortakent (both about 8 kilometes away).
The villa - wonderful views and glorious sunsets
Gumusluk - a very special place
Laze by the secluded pool
Relax in the comfortable lounge
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The Turquoise Coast/Lycia region
The craggy Bodrum Peninsula is an area of wonderful diversity, where the simplicity of the villages of the rural hinterland jostles with the sophistication and energy of Bodrum itself. Given Bodrum’s unabated popularity, it comes as a surprise to find many parts of the peninsula almost untouched by tourism. There are still villages where donkeys are used to carry firewood for the traditional bee-hived shaped ovens in which unleavened bread (‘pide’) is cooked, and where elderly men seem to spend most of the day playing backgammon. Amongst the dozens of beaches along the coastline, quiet and unspoilt backwaters with hidden bays and coves and aquamarine waters can still be found.
Bodrum / Gumusluk Village area
Things To Do ? Where to start.......?
The beauty of a holiday at Villa Ata is that you can do as much or as little as you like.......
Long days by the pool, followed by barbecues garnished with tomatoes, peppers, rocket and other fresh local produce.
Sit on the balcony, watch the sun drop down into the Aegean - stay long enough for a beer or glass of wine or two and gaze at the countless stars in the clear Turkish sky.
Head for Gumusluk in late afternoon - a cooling drink at the Bati bar followed perhaps by a meal at one of the many waterside restaurants. Try the cool jazz sounds of Gumuscafe at the water’s edge....and sunsets to die for.....
Pop over to Yalikavak - stroll through the shops, have a coffee or beer at the newly restored windmill, watch the sun go down (again!) and perhaps finish off at the weekly open-air cinema at the marina.
Visit some of the numerous beaches on the peninsula - Akyarlar perhaps or Camel Beach, or drive a little further and visit the carpet village in the hills on route to Yaliciftlik, where you can eat and swim later.
Further afield, drive over the mountains to Dalyan - see the Lycian rock tombs, visit the ruins of ancient Caunos, sunbathe on Iztuzu beach where the endangered Mediterranean turtles come ashore at night to lay their eggs. Finish your day with a visit to the mud baths
Nearer to home, visit the large aquapark on the road into Bodrum.
Head for the weekly market at Milas, the regional capital about an hour’s drive away - see foods, spices, and trinkets being sold. Alternatively if you just want designer gear at non-designer prices visit the Saturday market at nearby Turgetreis.
Visit Bodrum - shop and haggle a little and then walk along the waterfront enjoying the hustle and bustle centred around the dozens of wooden sailing gulets moored overnight. Head for a pizza at Sunger, and maybe a sundowner overlooking the marina. And if you have the energy or inclination - Bodrum rocks at night, whether at the famous Halikarnas disco or in numerous restaurants and bars.
Have a day abroad - go by hydrofoil or ferry to the Greek island of Kos - from Bodrum or Turgutreis
Take your shoes off to paddle across the causeway onto Rabbit Island at Gumusluk. Look into the clear waters around the small harbour - in several places you can see remnants of the ancient city of Myndos, which slipped into the sea in ancient times. Alexander the Great made an unsuccessful attempt to capture Myndos in 334 BC whilst on his way to sack Halicarnassus (Bodrum). This is also the sheltered anchorage where Cassius is reputed to have fled to in 43 BC following the murder of Julius Caesar.
Have a relaxing few hours in an ‘hamam’ (Turkish bath)....and those of the grizzlier sex, treat yourself to a haircut and shave whilst in Turkey, which will include cut-throat razors, singeing, various lotions and a head and neck massage - marvellous!
Make an early start and visit the Greco-Roman ruins at Ephesus, about two and a half hours away. This was once a city of 250,000 people. These are probably the best-preserved classical ruins in the Mediterranean. On the way back, visit the beautiful hilltop village of Sirence with it’s wooden houses set amongst vineyards and peach trees.
Take a boat for a day and visit some of the bays and islands dotted around the peninsula. Day trips are readily available from Bodrum, Yalikavak and elsewhere. Alternatively hire a traditional wooden gulet and captain for a couple of days or longer, and sail the Aegean - we can arrange if need be.
Walk in the local countryside. Make sure you go up to Karakaya at some stage and gaze at the islands dotted like jewels in the Aegean. Another great walk is from Yalikavak up to the deserted village of Sandima high in the hills. Or you could simply walk from the villas through country lanes to the beach at Kadikalesi, about half an hour away. This is a lovely house in a wonderful area - we want you to enjoy it as much as we do. If you need any more information, don't hesitate to contact us.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Gerald and Gill Hyder
How to get there
The villa is located about 55 kilometres from Bodrum Airport. The drive takes 50 minutes or so, and is very scenic and a wonderful introduction to Turkey. It includes a long stretch along the coast, stunning views of Bodrum and the Crusader castle and finally glimpses of a bygone Turkey as you climb the hills that form the spine of the peninsula and make your way towards Gumusluk. Flights from the UK take about 3½ hours. You are usually out of the airport in less than 30 minutes - don’t forget £10 in sterling per person for a visa which you obtain at the airport. You will also need a full UK passport with 6 months validity.
We can arrange for you to be met and conveyed to the villa by taxi (approximately £35). Alternatively you may wish to hire a car at the airport - if you so wish, we can make the arrangements with a reputable local company at discounted rates.
Charter flights to Bodrum are available from April until October and range from about £70 to £250 return. An alternative (particularly off-season) is to travel to Izmir with British Airways who fly from Gatwick four times a week. Flights start at around £160 return. The drive from Izmir is scenic and takes about 3 hours. BA also fly from Gatwick to Dalaman, again a scenic 3 hour drive - flights start at around £120 return.
Another option is to add a few days in Istanbul to your holiday, either flying scheduled or with Easyjet. Onward flights to Bodrum take an hour, and are available with several low-cost airlines or with Turkish Airlines. We can assist with advice about flights or hotels for all the above options.
Sofabeds (1), Single beds (5), Double beds (1), Cots (1), Dining seating for 8, Lounge seating for 8, Sleeps maximum of 8
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: Ground Floor
-Open plan living room with comfortable seating, table and chairs. -Satellite TV, DVD and CD player; this room overlooks the ground floor terrace -Modern open plan fully fitted and equipped kitchen with sink/drainer, breakfast bar, hob, oven, fridge/freezer and dishwasher -Utility room with sink/drainer, storage space, washing machine, iron and board -Single bedroom with wardrobe -Shower room with walk-in shower, wash hand basin and wc
First Floor
-Double bedroom with ensuite bathroom comprising walk in shower, wash hand basin and wc. Double wardrobe. French doors onto large terrace -Twin bedroom. Fitted triple wardrobe. French doors onto large terrace (an additional fold-up bed can be put in this room if required) -Twin bedroom. Double wardrobe. Door onto terrace -Bathroom with bath, overhead shower, wash hand basin, and wc -All bedrooms are fitted with air-conditioning/heating
Mosquito screens on all windows
Further details outdoors: Private gardens with comfortable garden furniture, sun loungers and barbeque
Private oval-shaped pool, 8 metres x 4 metres, 1.5 metres deep, with sunbathing areas - please bring your own pool towels
Children’s paddling pool available
Basement storage area for water sports equipment etc
Further details
Information book - full of useful local information and ideas for making the most of your holiday
High chairs and travel cots available on request
Cool boxes available
English-speaking representative on hand to answer any questions.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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Prices for group size 8
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January - March
1 Jan 08
1 Apr 08
300£ 300
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April
1 Apr 08
1 May 08
500£ 500
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May - June
1 May 08
1 Jul 08
675£ 675
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July - August
1 Jul 08
1 Sep 08
850£ 850
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September
1 Sep 08
1 Oct 08
675£ 675
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October
1 Oct 08
1 Nov 08
500£ 500
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November - December
1 Nov 08
20 Dec 08
300£ 300
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1 Week
Chistmas - New Year
20 Dec 08
3 Jan 09
500£ 500
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1 Week
73
Prices for group size 6
Period
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Weekday
Weekend
January - March
1 Jan 08
1 Apr 08
300£ 300
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April
1 Apr 08
1 May 08
450£ 450
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May - June
1 May 08
1 Jul 08
600£ 600
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1 Week
July - August
1 Jul 08
1 Sep 08
750£ 750
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September
1 Sep 08
1 Oct 08
600£ 600
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October
1 Oct 08
1 Nov 08
450£ 450
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November - December
1 Nov 08
20 Dec 08
300£ 300
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1 Week
Christmas - New Year
20 Dec 08
3 Jan 09
500£ 500
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1 Week
73
Prices for group size 4
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January - March
1 Jan 08
1 Apr 08
300£ 300
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1 Week
April
1 Apr 08
1 May 08
400£ 400
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May - June
1 May 08
1 Jul 08
500£ 500
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0-
1 Week
July - August
1 Jul 08
1 Sep 08
675£ 675
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1 Week
September
1 Sep 08
1 Oct 08
500£ 500
0-
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1 Week
October
1 Oct 08
1 Nov 08
400£ 400
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1 Week
November - December
1 Nov 08
20 Dec 08
300£ 300
0-
0-
1 Week
Christmas - New Year
20 Dec 08
3 Jan 09
500£ 500
0-
0-
1 Week
73
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion. Special Offers - We do not currently have any special offers, but we are taking bookings for 2008 at our 2007 prices.
Aegean Flights now fly to Bodrum throughout the year with prices of £70 return for early bookings.
A deposit of 25% of the total rental cost is required to secure your booking. The balance of the rental cost must be paid 8 weeks prior to departure.
Security deposit - £200 per villa.
Bookings are normally Saturday to Saturday, but we can sometimes be flexible outside the high season.
Gas and electricity included. Weekly linen and towel change included. Weekly clean included. Travel cot and high chair available on request. The villas are non-smoking; pets are not allowed. Welcome hamper available on request.
Guestbook
'A very enjoyable week - the villa is very comfortable and well-equipped. The pool was in use every day - we will be back'. Julie and Ashley Atkins - August 2007
'A truly wonderful place to stay 'away from the madding crowds'. However with the dolmus stop so close it's possible to shop, drop and tour with the greatest of ease. A lovely place and well finished.' Elaine and Geoff Scarsbrook - September 2006
We have enjoyed a wonderful relaxing time in this beautiful villa. Our week went quickly and we had a lovely time - we're only sorry we couldn't stay longer'. Jonathan and Sylvia Wallis - June 2007
What a wonderful place! We took over both villas as a party of 12 and it has been perfect. The swimming pool and terraces have been particular highlights, with many a 'sundowner' taken! The location was fantastic and the light breeze kept us cool in the summer heat'. The McGowan Family - June 2007
‘Just coming to the end of a very relaxing two weeks in this fabulous villa. We arrived tired and travel weary at midnight and it was slightly magical rounding the corner of the house to see it all lit up under the warm night sky'. Chrissie Bestley and Family - August 2007
'We really enjoyed our two weeks at this wonderful villa. We loved our swim before sunset in the gorgeous pool - the pool man does a great job’. Alison Thomas and Georgina Surry - September 2007
'Wonderful time, friendly locals.....Gumusluk is so beautiful'. Noreen Collyer and friends - September 2007
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Name:
Gerald Hyder
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