Bodrum holiday apartment rental, Gumusluk Village with walking, beach/lake nearby, balcony/terrace, air con

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82, Villa Park, Gumusluk (apartment)

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82 Villa park is located on the beautiful Bodrum Peninsuala between the fishing villages of Yalikavaka nd Gumusluk. The area is nicknames the new St Tropez and iwth fantastic sea views, great seafood restauarnts and clear blue seas for swimming its not hard to see why (and at half the price!) within a walk or short drive from the sea, Quiet and peaceful, yet only 30-40 minutes from the larger resorts such as Bodrum. The apartment has easy access to all amenities, including shops, the local market for bargain hunting, and many excellent restaurants for eating out.

The apartment benefits from being on a fantastic complex with large infinity pool and soon to be opening sauna, gym, turkish baths, play area, tennis courts, bar and shop all on site. Leading from the living room is a spacious balcony with stunning sea views, furnished with a table and chairs and BBQ to enable you to dine al fresco. The apartment also has a large solarium/roof terrace perfect for sunbathing or enjoying the views and sunset. With one double and one twin bedroom as well as two sofa beds the villa is ideal for families and couples with plenty in the surrounding area to see and do during your stay.

Large Communal Pool with panoramic seaviews	Roof terrace
Chilling out on of the nearby piers

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The Turquoise Coast/Lycia region

Bodrum
The Aegean town and yachting port of Bodrum is one of Turkey's longest established resorts. It boasts world-class facilities including it's own airport, and a wealth of history, most notably the Mausoleum of Halicarnassos, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. The main resort itself has long been a favourite holiday destination of the Turkish elite and as such, there is a vibrant nightlife scene. The close-by resort of Gümbet is also famed for its discos and bars. In contrast, the Bodrum peninsula offers a calmer alternative: a shore line characterised by charming fishing villages with whitewashed houses, crystal clear water and a welcoming breeze.

Gümüşlük is a sleepy seaside village, which partly occupies the site of the ancient harbour city of Myndos. The semi-submerged remains of the settlement can be seen to the north west of the village. Because of it's links with antiquity, Gümüşlük has benefited immensely from strictly enforced building regulations and has thus far managed to retain it's original charm. The village is said to boast the best fish restaurants of the Bodrum Peninsula and the laidback evenings here revolve around these pretty waterside eateries. There is a small island which separates Gümüşlük's two sheltered bays, known locally as Tavşan Adası or "Rabbit" Island on account of it's sizeable rabbit population

The landscape of the small but bustling town of Yalıkavak, formerly the area's main sponge fishing port, is nowadays identifiable by the windmills that have become symbolic of the Bodrum area. Although the beach here is of little significance compared to those of neighbouring resorts, Yalıkavak is within easy reach of several coves more suited to bathing. There is an attractive, bustling harbour, brought to life by local fishermen and passing yachts, as well as a sizeable selection of hotels, bars and eateries in the town centre. The town successfully manages to combine rustic charm with high quality tourist facilities.
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A sizeable resort in it's own right despite being only 2km from Bodrum, Gümbet is known for it's lively nightlife and long sandy beach. As well as an abundance of tourist accommodation, Gümbet has plenty of restaurants, cafes, and a selection of bars and discos in line with the resort's increasing popularity. During the day, the resort's main point of focus is the beach, where you can relax and soak up the sun, or take advantage of the water sports on offer.

A little further along the coast, Bitez is an altogether more laidback alternative. The resort lies 7 km west of Bodrum, and has become a firm favourite with water sports enthusiasts on account of it's favourable weather conditions. In particular, windsurfing and dinghy sailing are popular activities. The village centre is located inland and remains largely untouched by tourism. The surrounding area is therefore perfect for a pleasant stroll through fragrant mandarin groves. Bitez is within easy reach of Bodrum, with minibuses departing for the resort from the main bus station every 20 to 30 minutes.

Gündoğan was formerly known as Farilya and the various Bronze Age ceramics, milling stones and stone axes found in a nearby cave are testament to the fact that here lay one of the earliest human settlements on the Peninsula. Although the beach here is narrow, it is fairly long, sandy and there is space aplenty for the sun loungers that nestle alongside the cool, clear water. Facilities for tourists include a choice of hotels, shops, restaurants and bars.

Akyarlar, the Peninsula's southernmost resort is just 5 kilometres from the Greek island of Kos. The resort's most notable attraction is the sandy, crescent-shaped beach which is popular with bathers and windsurfers alike. Since tourist accommodation is limited to camping and small hotels, Akyarlar maintains a tranquil air.

Bodrum / Gumusluk Village area

Things to Do In and Around Bodrum / Gumusluk Village:
• Halicarnassos Mausoleum is Bodrum's oldest and most significant antiquity, given it's status as one of the seven wonders of the ancient world.

• The Castle of St. Peter is without a doubt the most prominent feature of the Bodrum landscape. This impressive structure dates back to the medieval knights of St. John, a catholic order which later became a military alliance that acted as defenders of the Christian faith. Today the Castle is home to the Underwater Museum, exhibits include an ancient shipwreck and various other antiquities found in the area.
• Bodrum Amphitheatre is another structure accredited to the reign of King Mausolus, although it wasn't fully completed until the Roman era. Situated on the hillside over looking the resort, the theatre had a capacity in the region of 13,000. The theatre has been diligently restored and today houses the September Festival.
• Myndos Gate, a further relic from King Mausolus's time, is the most significant remaining part of the original city wall. Located on the west side of the resort, this was one of two entrances to ancient Halicarnassus. The gate is named after the town which it faced, Myndos (now Gümüslük).
• Milas/Mylasa was in it's day and important trade centre. Today evidence of it's ancient history include a Roman tomb, a temple and a section of city wall. Situated north of Milas, Labranda was a site dedicated to Zeus and connected to Mylasa by a 12km scared road. It occupies a prime hill-top location and the remains of the temple itself, an acropolis, a 4th century tomb, some Roman baths and a Byzantine Church have been identified.
• Shopping lovers are spoilt for choice with Bodrum's many weekly markets. In the main resort, there is a fabric and clothing market on Tuesdays and food markets on both Thursdays and Fridays. Gümüşlük and Ortakent both hold markets on a Wednesday, Yalıkavak on a Thursday, Bitez on a Friday and Gümbet on Sundays. Turgutreis also has a Saturday market. As if this wasn't enough, Bitez now hosts it's own flea market on the first Sunday of every month.
• Why not take advantage of Bodrum's alluring coast line, crystal clear water and cooling breeze by going on a daily boat trip, stopping off at secluded coves for a spot of sunbathing, swimming and snorkelling. Alternatively, in the area's maritime tradition, charter a yacht from one of the many locally-based agencies.
• Take in stunning coastal scenery, lush woodlands and historic ruins that otherwise would be missed, by Exploring the Bodrum Peninsula on foot using one of the established Walking Trails.
• The Greek island of Kos is within easy reach of Bodrum by boat and is a popular day-trip with visitors to the resort. Services run daily throughout the summer months, departing at around 9am and returning in the late afternoon/early evening. The journey lasts approximately 50 minutes.
• Bodrum's prime position along the Aegean coast is ideal for Diving. There are numerous dive sites in the vicinity of the resort and the Peninsula. You can hope to see lobster, crayfish, barracuda, octopus, sea bass and shoals of sea bream to name but a few.

Also Within Reach:
- Didyma: With it's iconic Medusa head, the sanctuary of Apollo is around one and a half hours north of Bodrum by road. The impressive remains also include a circular altar and a number of columns.
- Pamukkale: Literally translated as "cotton castle", the amazing calcium rock formations should be seen to be believed. While in the area, it is worth visiting the nearby ancient city of Aphrodisias.
- Ephesus: This amazing ancient city can be reached in about 2 and a half hours by road making it easily accessible for a day trip.
- Marmaris: A cosmopolitan resort with an attractive marina, a wide selection of shops and vibrant nightlife.

Stay active in Bodrum

Diving courses, jeep safaris, horse-back and river-rafting - and that's not all!

Aquaparks
Turkish bath
Daily tours
Blue Cruise on a Gullet
Day trip to Cos
Jeep Safari
Camel fight
Sailing/Chartering
Car Rental
Romantic dinner
"Wanderlust"
Watersport
Windsurfing in Bitez


Horse-riding and river-rafting can be done just a little distance from Bodrum. For those who like to be really adventurous, there are Jet skis or you might even fancy Parasailing. Jeep-Safaris are offered by many companies now.

Aqua parks: Just recently two Aqua parks have been opened. One is the Dedeman Aqua park on the road to Ortakent and another is next to the TMT Hotel, direct on the sea side

Askin Diving Centre
With sea temperatures ranging from 14 to 25 degrees between summer and winter, Bodrum is a great location for diving holiday at any time of the year

Akyalar and Bitez are world wide known for windsurfing

The waters around Bodrum are ideal for scuba-diving

Bodrum is the ideal starting point for the famous Blue Cruise

"Wanderlust" on the Bodrum-peninsula
Of course walking on the peninsula with its mountains is nothing we would recommend for summer, but the mild winter, in fact all time from end of October until April is ideal for walks. There are also some walking clubs in Bodrum.

Village tours
Only a few kilometers out of from Bodrum you discover the second face of Turkey. Tranquil life and typical Turkey pure and a hospitality you will find nowhere else. Watch carpet making the way it is being done many many years ago. The tours include Lunch, Local drinks, professional tour guide, transportation, Sight seeing and a Turkish Coffee house.
more on Daily Tours

Day trip to Cos/Greece
After only 20 minutes on the hydrofoil you will arrive the greek island of Cos that is just opposite of Bodrum.
A day trip to this birthplace of Hippocrates will add colour to your holidays. Many traces of its ancient past are here, like the tree of Hippocrates (centre of town) and the Asklepeion of Hippocrates (bit out of town). Do your shopping before the Greeks have their Siesta (most of the facilities are closed then). Keep that in mind as well, as you are planning your trip on a Sunday. Cos itself is a nice and tidy Greek town.

Car rental - self drive:
Explore the peninsula on your own. Have a look at the villages where life still lingers on. Mumcular or Ciftlik, or drive to the unspoiled beaches at Akyarlar or Ortakent.
Car rental, jeep, scooter, motorbike and bicycle rental firms can be found throughout the town and on the airport. You can chhoose from well known international companies or locally established firms.

Hamam - a turkish bath in Bodrum is a must:
Hamam, that?s the word for the Turkish bath - surely an unforgettable part of your holiday and the massage is the best part. On the marble slab the guest will receive a pummeling from head to toe, let the expert scrub of all those dead cells, relax again, and then drift away while the masseur straightens out all those knots and tense bits.
All you have to do then is to wash your hair and put on loads of sun cream before emerging.
After that you can relax with a Çay (Turkish tea) and you feel reborn. You'll feel just as smug as thr active types for a lot less effort.

Camel fight
In the mild winter on the Aegean coast you can watch camel fights. This is a bloodless sport, it is a contest of strength to see which camel can hold his opponent down the longest.
This process can take hours therefore the handlers intervene and pull them apart. These are big spectacles in the Aegean region. Also included in the Bodrum Video

Romantic Dinner in Gümüslük:
A sunken city and harbour from ancient times, coupled with a fishing village, interesting walk across the sunken city wall to Rabbit island provides a superb back drop for the restaurants that line the harbour. A true delight is watching the sun slowly sinking into the Aegean sea on a warm summers evening. The restaurants serve traditional food with particular emphasis on Fish freshly caught. see restaurants



Further Information
Web Links
www.bodrumlife.com
www.bodrum-bodrum.com
www.bodrum-info.org
www.bodrumpages.com
www.bitez.net
www.ortakentyahsi.com
www.mugla-turizm.gov.tr

How to get there

Fly to Bodrum, just 25 miles from Gumusluk
Cheap flights available UK airports:
www.xl.com
www.mytravel.com
www.flythomascook.com ,
www.thomsonfly.com
www.aegeanflights.com

--- Flight Search Sites ----
www.cheapflights.co.uk/flights/bodrum
www.travelsupermarket.com
www.priceline.com - from USA
Car hire available from http://www.holidayautos.co.uk/

Local buses run regularly between the airport and the town.

There are always local taxis available any time day or night - fare should be no more than 25 pounds

There is also a ferry service from the nearby greek islands.

There's a taxi rank at the airport to meet flights at all times of day and night.

Activities near Bodrum

Facilities

Further details indoors:
Brand new kitchen and furniture
Huge picture window in lounge to enjoy the stunning panoramic sea views
Marble staircase
Modern bathroom
Power shower

Further details outdoors:
Huge Communal Pool (480m2) overlooking the sea
Soon to open Children's Playground, Fitness Centre, Volleyball Court, Basketball Court, Tennis Court, Table Tennis, Massage, Turkish Bath, Cafe Bar
24hr Security
Concierge Service
General Store
Landscaping

Rental rates

Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Low Season	15 Dec 07	23 Mar 08	200£ 200	0-	0-	1 Week
Mid Season	23 Mar 08	1 Jul 08	250£ 250	0-	0-	1 Week
HIgh Season	1 Jul 08	1 Oct 08	300£ 300	0-	0-	1 Week
Autumn Season	1 Oct 08	2 Nov 08	250£ 250	0-	0-	1 Week
Winter Season	2 Nov 08	22 Mar 09	200£ 200	0-	0-	1 Week

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

Weekly rentals range between 150 - 400 pounds for the complete apartment depending on dates

Guestbook

'"Thank you for such a lovely holiday. The apartment was superb, had everything we needed and the panoramic sea views from the roof terrace were picture perfect! NIghts spent barbecuing watching the sunset were awesome!"
MRS F

"We had a great time staying at Villa Park. We especially enjoyed chilling and sipping cocktails in the infinity pool whole the kids were playing nearby. The massage and turkish baths on site were exceptional. A holiday we will never forget!."
MR S

"Just got back and had an excellent time. Loved the apartment/complex and we cannot wait to get back at some time. The nearby fishing villages were excellent, loved eating there and walking around in the evening. Especially enjoyed the boat trip - the sea was awesome to swim in"
MISS E

"The apartment, facilities and area were excellent, it really felt like home from home. Thanks for making our family holiday pleasant and enjoyable. Will be in contact soon to arrange next year's booking!"
MR & MRS S

Once again may I express how much we all enjoyed our stay in Villa Park and especially having such a lovely apartment with great facilities and spectacular views. We would very much like to use your apartment again in the future and will recommend to all our friends.
Miss H

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