Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or less)
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car not necessary
Notes:
Families/couples preferred Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Set in a quiet location overlooking Kalamar Bay, this well appointed, air conditioned, 2 bed apartment is in the small, select community of apartments converted from the former Yelken Hotel. The location is perfect for a holiday stay - a comfortable upper floor apartment with stunning views; well maintained shared facilities, including a sun terrace, pool, jacuzzi and toddlers pool; just far enough away from the town to give you peace and quiet during the day, but only a 15 minute walk from the magic of Kalkan town centre in the evening.
View of shared pool and garden
Living area
Dining area
Kitchen
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The Turquoise Coast/Lycia region
Lycia is a part of Turkey that is steeped in history, with so many places of interest to visit it's hard to know where to start. It is a country of mountains, rivers, deltas, sand-dunes, glorious sandy beaches - including Patara beach - all 18km of it. It has an abundance of historical sites - Ephesus, Patara, Myra, Kekova, Tlos, Xanthos - the list is almost endless. It overflows with the culture of a proud nation - the Mosques, markets, carpet weavers, farming and fishing communites.
Turkey is a predominantly Muslim nation, however it remains a secular state - as founded by Ataturk in the 1920s. You can see local people in traditional dress, but in tourist areas many locals dress in a westernised way.
Kalkan / Ortaalan area
The climate in Kalkan is similar to that of Southern California and the sea water temperature rarely drops below 16°c allowing a bathing season of around 9 months. The resort also benefits from the 'Meltem' - a seasonal wind which brings a welcome breeze to the scorching summer afternoons!
Kalkan is situated on Turkey's gorgeous Lycian Coast and was once a simple Turkish/Greek fishing village. Today's Kalkan is quietly sophisticated and postcard pretty with a multitude of excellent roof-top restaurants offering all manner of culinary delights, together with a good selection of stylish and atmospheric blues and jazz bars.
The village shops stay open until around midnight and are well stocked with interesting antiques, crafts, jewellery, carpets and clothing. Every Thursday there is an open market where you can buy just about anything – fantastic locally produced food, clothes, leather goods, carpets, linen etc.
You will also find in Kalkan: banks (& ATMs), post office, chemists, doctors, dentists, barbers/hairdressers, Turkish baths and assorted beauty treatment places.
The narrow streets of the old town are lined with whitewashed shuttered buildings festooned with brightly coloured bougainvillea intermingled with shops and terrace-topped restaurants. These streets twist down to the harbour, which is the focus of the village and here you can enjoy a meal whilst watching the world go by or by looking at the array of elegant gulets.
During the day, you can make use of one of the many 'beach clubs', engage in some of the local sporting activities (such as water-skiing, parascending, scuba diving, trekking etc), take a trip to one of the historical sites, drive a jeep up into the mountains, cruise on a gulet or simply relax by the Yelken pool.
Unlike some other Turkish coastal resorts, Kalkan's main economy derives from tourism and consequently, its inhabitants put much effort and pride into the town's historic preservation. As a result of very strict building regulations and the efforts of the Kalkan Foundation, the town has retained its charm and special ambience.
How to get there
Many operators fly directly from UK to Dalaman (closest airport), and Antalya (next closest). We recommend using a good flight search web site such as www.skyscanner.net, which will find you the best deals. Operators we have used include Onur Air, Monarch, Fly Thomas Cook, ThomsonFly.com and Aegean Flights.
The transfer from Dalaman to Kalkan takes around one and a half hours. We can put you in touch with local operators, or would be pleased to arrange a transfer on your behalf. The cost is usually in the region of £100 (£50 each way) for 2 people, or £120 for 3/4 people.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Dalaman: 120 km
Activities near Kalkan
Sports: Watersports Horse Riding Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation
Facilities
Luxuries:
Sea view
General:
Air conditioning, TV, CD player, Safe
Standard:
Kettle, Toaster, Iron
Utilities:
Cooker, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine
Rooms:
Bedrooms (2), Shower rooms (1), WCs (1)
Furniture:
Single beds (2), Double beds (1), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6, Sleeps maximum of 4
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Shared outdoor pool (unheated), Shared garden, Childrens pool
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: This fully air conditioned apartment was new in 2005 and is in excellent condition. Its upper floor position at the front of the development provides superb uninterrupted views over Kalamar Bay and also the mountains that provide the backdrop to Kalkan.
Entrance to the apartment is via a stairway with sensor lights that automatically come on at night. The apartment benefits from a lockable wrought iron gate just outside the apartment entrance for additional security. The entrance hall has four cupboards which provide useful storage for things like suitcases.
Living area with L shaped sofa, coffee table, two other smaller tables with lamps, satellite TV, curtains to windows and doors and an adjacent dining area with table and six chairs. Air conditioning. Access to front balcony overlooking the bay - ideal for morning coffee or relaxing with a night cap at the end of the day.
The Kitchen area has everything you need to self-cater, including stainless steel sink, gas hob, electric oven with extractor fan unit, under-cupboard lighting, fridge freezer and washing machine. Adequate drawers and cupboard space, including tall cupboard ideal for storing items such as the ironing board. The clothes dryer is located outside - about 93 million miles away! We call it the Sun.
Bedroom 1 – a Super King Sized bed (6 feet wide) with useful under-bed storage, treble wardrobe, curtains to door and windows, vanity mirror with useful shelf/drawer unit, bedside cabinets, bedside lamps and digital metal safe. Access to balcony. Air conditioning.
Bedroom 2 – two single beds (with useful under-bed storage), double wardrobe, mirror, curtains, bedside cabinet with lamp. Air conditioning.
Shower room, with WC. Mirror and glass shelf above wash basin. Electric point for razor. Extractor fan. Wall mounted electric boiler.
Further details outdoors: There is just something special about the Yelken – the location – with stunning views over Kalamar Bay; the fantastic sun terrace and swimming pool; the relaxing gardens; the friendliness of the on-site staff and the real community spirit that is shared by those who stay there. If you would like to experience the Yelken ‘feel good factor’, come and see for yourself. Be prepared to be smitten!
The apartment benefits from the following communal facilities:
On-site staff (minimum 10 hours daily in season) Large swimming pool (75m2) Jacuzzi (seating up to 12 people) Toddler pool Sun terrace with sun beds, tables and large parasols Pool-side WC and shower-room Patio tables and chairs – ideal for BBQs Large fridge on the terrace Solid fuel corner fire (for those cool winter evenings) Beautiful, maintained gardens Lighting in communal areas, including stairways Emergency water storage, ensuring no disruption to supply Emergency battery back-up (for communal lighting only) Fire extinguishers in stairways Discreetly located satellite TV dishes, connected to all apartments Parking area
In addition to the above facilities, the following services are provided to Yelken residents:
Pool, Jacuzzi and sun terrace cleaned daily in season Garden watered and maintained daily in season Regular garbage collection
Further details
A welcome pack is provided upon arrival - water, tea, coffee, milk, sugar, biscuits, bread and butter/spread.
If staying for more than one week, bed linen and towels will be changed at the end of the first week.
The owners live in Kalkan and unless away on holiday, will be around to personally welcome you within 24 hours of your arrival.
A non-refundable deposit of 10% is required at the time of booking. The balance must be paid 5 weeks prior to arrival.
Please note that the apartment is not suitable for people with limited mobility (stairway to apartment) or for infants.
Strictly no smoking please except on balconies.
Conditions
A refundable breakage deposit of £100 on top of the rental payment. This will be refunded within one week of your departure, subject to a satisfactory property inspection.
Rental rates
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
Reductions for longer term lets considered
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Name:
John Fedorowycz
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