Kalkan holiday apartment rental, Patara Prince Resort with shared pool, walking, private tennis court, beach/lake nearby, balcony/terrace,

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Akdeniz View Apartment Kalkan (apartment)

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Exquisite top-floor apartment occupying a commanding position right at the top of magical Patara Prince Resort, with both sea AND Kalkan views. Set amid tropical gardens with direct access to the sea from the resort via sea-platforms. Use of all 4-star facilities incl. 4 pools & tennis courts, watersports, diving school etc..
Designed by one of Turkey’s top architects and constructed on white, local stone terraces leading down to the Mediterranean, you won’t believe how beautiful Patara Prince Resort is, even when you’re there! Situated 1 km across the bay from Kalkan (recommended as a destination of choice by the INDEPENDENT, especially for those seeking a romantic vacation) amid abundant tropical gardens and giving direct access to the sea, Patara Prince Resort is unrivalled in this part of the Mediterranean for style and elegance. 'Nothing short of a seaside paradise' (Frommer's Guide).

Kalkan view from apartment balcony	Infinity pool just behind apartment
Seaview from apartment balcony	Sweet-scented acacia tree outside bedroom window

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The Turquoise Coast/Lycia region

‘You could imagine yourself on the Côte d’Azur without the pretentiousness. Drive along the mountain-backed road to Kas, and you might be touring the Amalfi coast' THE TIMES

The small town of KAS is about 12 miles away and the spectacular journey from Kalkan has been listed as one of the 10 most beautiful coastal drives in the world. Greece comes right up to the Turkish mainland here as KASTELLORIZO, the most easterly of all the Greek Islands – and the setting for Best Foreign Language film, Mediterraneo – sits practically in the harbour at Kas and within a mile and a half of the shore. Take a glorious day-trip from Kas which will cost you only 12 euros. Greece’s proximity makes it possible to make a stay here a two-country holiday as from FETHIYE, 45 miles away, hydrofoils make the 1½ hour crossing to RHODES (an official entry point into Greece) every weekday in summer too.
It’s a little-known fact but there are more Greek and Roman ruins in Turkey than in Greece and Italy put together! Just one such is to be found at nearby PATARA – birth-place of Father Christmas and oracle of Apollo - and after which Patara Prince Resort is named and indeed modelled! This ruined Roman city guards the approach to a 10-mile long white sand beach, one of the longest anywhere in the Mediterranean and which has recently been featured on BBC1’s HOLIDAY programme and topped the EVENING STANDARD’s list of Ten Fantastic Summer Beaches! Sun-bathe, swim or go horse-riding there all day long but at night Patara beach is the exclusive preserve of loggerhead turtles who come here to nest.
In ancient, pre-Roman times, the Turquoise Coast from Fethiye round to almost Antalya, was known as Lycia ("Land of Light"). The Lycians’ many monuments still dot the entire landscape of the south-west coast of Turkey and the ruins close by at UNESCO World Heritage site, XANTHOS – those which weren’t removed by Charles Fellowes and taken to the British Museum! – are a must. Visit LETOON, where Alexander the Great received the prophecy that he would go on to conquer Persia, and the sunken city at KEKOVA, reachable only by boat either from Kas or Ucagiz. (or, better still, charter a boat in the harbour at Kalkan and take a 2-day private cruise in style and at a price which, for the experience, you simply won’t believe). SAKLIKENT GORGE (“Hidden Valley”), was only discovered as recently as 18 years ago and is the longest and deepest gorge in Turkey and the second-biggest in Europe! And the LYCIAN WAY, Turkey’s only long-distance footpath also passes through Kalkan, Kas and Finike as well as many ancient sites on its spectacular route through the mountains and along the coastline of south-west Turkey, following the line of Roman and Ottoman roads, mule tracks and nomad trails.
Swimming, sun-bathing, sailing, scenery, walking, history – this part of Turkey has it all. Come and see it for yourself now while it’s still so unspoilt. You won’t be disappointed. It’s not a holiday – it’s heaven!

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Kalkan / Patara Prince Resort area

Kalkan itself is a sophisticated small resort but friendly and completely undeveloped compared to places like Marmaris and Bodrum. English is widely spoken and it’s the kind of place you’ll want to come back to again and again and again. Founded by Greek traders from the nearby island of Kastellorizo 200 years ago and Greek populated until 1923, Kalkan and nearby town Kas are both renowned for their Greek architecture – wooden balconies, cascading bougainvillea etc. and the old town is subject to strict preservation orders so is guaranteed to retain its character. In Kalkan, where there is a roof there is a restaurant and competition has made the town a gastronomic treat. If you’ve tried all the restaurants on Patara Prince Resort already – there are 3 serving everything from pizza to Turkish and Mediterranean specialities - you'll be spoilt for choice in Kalkan itself as there are more than 40 restaurants there. Our favourite is Adem’s Restaurant - recently relocated to just outside town on the glorious road to Kas (see photos) - and if you eat there you'll get 10% discount. (He provides free taxi service as well!) Kalkan has a number of small shops and boutiques selling clothes, jewellery, leather goods and pottery and every Thursday there's a local market there too. But for a really big market, don't miss out on a trip to Fethiye (every Tuesday).

How to get there

- Fly to Dalaman about 75 miles away - we recommend www.charterflights.co.uk, www.travelsupermarket.com, www.flightline.co.uk (please contact us for a full list of airlines). From the airport we can arrange either airport transfers or car hire for you at reasonable rates. A car, though useful, is not essential as public transport is plentiful in this part of Turkey and remarkably good value - 3YTL (£1) will take you all 12 miles along the glorious road to Kas, for example.

Activities near Kalkan

Facilities

Further details indoors:
With stunning sea and Kalkan views from the private, bougainvillea-swathed balcony, inside, the roof-level apartment boasts a wealth of character features including french windows, vaulted cedarwood ceiling, bamboo-screened window separating kitchen from living area, atmospheric ceiling fan in bedroom (and mosquito netting at window) and tasteful furnishings throughout. Fully air-conditioned (there are 2 air-con units, 1 in the living area and one in the bedroom - which can also be switched to provide heating in the cooler months), all mod cons include living area with 2 sofabeds - 1 is a double and the other converts into 2 singles - 26-channel satellite TV, DVD player (that can also play divx movies from CD, DVD or USB devices), CD player (that can also play MP3s from USB memory sticks and SD/MMC memory cards); king-size bed, wardrobe with safety deposit box in bedroom; washing machine, ironing board and iron, marble worktops with fitted electric hob and mini-oven, kettle and toaster in kitchen; hairdryer in bathroom and 2 cushioned sun loungers on the balcony. A shop which stocks all the essentials you’re likely to need is literally a stone’s throw away as is an infinity pool (one of 3 pools on the complex), kids’ pool, tennis courts and car park.

Further details outdoors:
As our guests you enjoy full use of all 4-star facilities on the resort - sea platforms (the sea is so clean here it's been awarded a blue flag), 4 swimming pools (3 outdoor, 1 indoor), watersports, diving school, sauna, turkish bath, beauty salon, hairdresser, tennis courts and kids' club. A free shuttle service runs up and down the resort every few minutes. (Not all facilities are available in low season.) The resort is holiday home to international politicians and celebrities and you can also feel safe in the knowledge that there is 24-hour security.
Patara Prince is just 1km round the bay from Kalkan, a comfortable 10-15 minute stroll or £2 in a taxi. There is also a water taxi which for £2 will ferry you across the bay to Kalkan.

Conditions

25% will secure your booking with remainder due 8 weeks before your visit.

Rental rates

Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
September	1 Sep 08	1 Oct 08	275£  275	0-	0-	Flexible
October	1 Oct 08	1 Nov 08	250£  250	0-	0-	Flexible
Nov 1st to Dec 20th	1 Nov 08	22 Dec 08	199£  199	0-	0-	Flexible
Dec 22nd to Jan 5th	22 Dec 08	5 Jan 09	225£  225	0-	0-	Flexible
January to March	5 Jan 09	1 Apr 09	199£  199	0-	0-	Flexible
April	1 Apr 09	1 May 09	225£  225	0-	0-	Flexible
May	1 May 09	1 Jun 09	250£  250	0-	0-	Flexible
June	1 Jun 09	1 Jul 09	275£  275	0-	0-	Flexible
July and August	1 Jul 09	1 Sep 09	325£  325	0-	0-	1 Week
September	1 Sep 09	1 Oct 09	300£  300	0-	0-	Flexible
October	1 Oct 09	1 Nov 09	275£  275	0-	0-	Flexible

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

Prices per week in GB pounds

HALF TERM AVAILABLE FROM 24TH OCTOBER, £225 PER WEEK.

Monday preferred changeover day in July & August but please enquire if your requirements are different.

Earlybird 10% discount if booking 8 weeks or more before your stay (May to October inclusive)

Payment by debit or credit card or cheque

Rental cost includes twice-weekly housekeeping & all linen (except for beach towels)

Help with arranging transfers and car hire

Guestbook

'...we found the apartment, resort, Kalkan and Turkey absolutely wonderful! Such a different country and culture and food to die for! The apartment was excellent in every way and we loved our time there.' Lee & Jo, Essex (2007)

'Excellent location with great views. The apartment had all that was required. Good range of activities at the hotel complex and Kalkan itself and the surrounding area is fantastic.' Steven, Wirral (2008)

'...Nicely sized and laid out apartment with enough facilities for our stay. Really nice outlook over the bay. Good location on the resort with plenty of places to eat close by. Shop about 2 mins walk away which is open from 8am to 9.30 pm so self-catering really is feasible. Will definitely consider rebooking.' George, St Ives (2008)

'The apartment was well furnished and blessed with airconditioning in bedroom and lounge which in such high temperatures was really important , each time we entered we breathed a sigh of relief . The bedroom was cool and had plenty of storage space and a comfortable extra big bed. The sea view from the balcony was lovely at any time of day and we sat outside a great deal . The apartment was situated at the top of the complex and the best pool and supermarket was behind the apartment just across a little road. Would certainly visit again, would recommend without hesitation, we had a lovely holiday. ' Lorna & family, Surrey (2007)

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