Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Very special, and new to our collection for 2008, a 4 bedroom, 5 bathroom villa with incredible ocean and mountain views, in the best location in Kalkan's historic old town.
Arguably the most desirable villa in the old town, Villa Nathalie is luxurious, beautiful, elegant and spacious. It has been built and furnished to a very high standard, and reflects it's location in the historic and very beautiful heart of Kalkan. It's marble mosaic flooring, elegant furnishings, local artworks and stone walls around the property epitomise the cool, sophisticated, and luxurious character of this villa. The stunning dining terrace, surrounded by fragrant oleander, and large terracota pots provides a beautiful and contempory space, with stunning ocean views for unforgettable alfresco dining and drinks.
But it's not just the accommodation that makes Villa Nathalie so special, it's location within 3 minutes walk of the beach, harbour, and restaurants for which Kalkan is justifiably famous truly sets it apart. A place to enjoy spectacular views, privacy and peace and quiet with the atmosphere and amenities of Kalkan’s old town right on your doorstep.
Comfortable sunbeds
Villa Nathalie 2 Entrance
Swimming pool & terrace
Kalkan old town street
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The Turquoise Coast/Lycia region
Ancient Lycia in south western Turkey runs from Ekincik to Antalya in a semi-circle of some of the most mountainous and dramatic landscape anywhere in Turkey. The Taurus mountains rise to over ten thousand feet and the highest peaks are snow covered right into early summer. It's magnificent scenery with it's lakes, woods and forests, it's stunning coast line and superb ruins of two dozen cities make Lycia a place to explore and enjoy.Lycia's coast line runs for several hundred kilometres, borders the Mediterranean and attracts yachtsmen to the crystal clear waters and near perfect climate. The many islands, coves and beautiful beaches such as Patara, one of the top ten in the world ( Sunday Times 2005) and Kaputus, within 15 minutes of Kalkan and Olu Deniz, 45 minutes away, add to Lycia 's unique historic and scenic appeal to visitors.
At a latitude of 36 degrees, Kalkan is one of the most southerly points of Turkey's mediterranean coast and enjoys sunny, warm days most of the year. Spring and autumn are popular times to visit with temperatures into the 70's not unusual right through to December.
The UNESCO world heritage site of Xanthos was Lycia's capital city for much of it's history and the ruins of the principal cities of Tlos, Myra, Pinara and Partara, all close to Kalkan attract visitors from all over the world to look at the ancient ruins dating back over 2000 years. The British museum also has an extensive collection of Lycian artefacts.
Kalkan / Kalkan Centre area
Villa Natalie is located in the historic harbour town of Kalkan, an enchanting place in one of the most beautiful locations on Turkey's gorgeous Mediterranean coast.
Kalkan bay will take your breath away. It's crystal clear Turquoise water, and mountains that rise steeply behind it provide a dramatic and beautiful backdrop in which to enjoy your stay. Kalkan has not been touched by mass tourism, and as a result remains unspoiled, upmarket and very charming, with amazing views at every turn. Strict building codes ensure the towns historic preservation, and the many fine restaurants contribute to the special atmosphere that brings back visitors time and time again.
Narrow cobbled streets that wind away from the harbour with bougainvillea covered wooden ottoman balconies and historic architecture are typical of the old town, and the warm Turkish hospitality will stay with you long after your holiday is over.
Beach Clubs There are a number of beach clubs around the bay that can be reached by free shuttle service from the harbour. These are wonderful paved platform terraces and gardens with ladders going into the sea. They offer swimming, sunbathing, water sports and restaurant/bar facilities and have sun beds and umbrellas for hire.
Water sports Jet skiing, water skiing, parasailing and banana boat rides are available from the beach clubs around the bay.
Diving Kalkan's crystal clear waters are popular with scuba divers and is a top location for diving along Turkey 's coast. It has several sites including islands and reefs with a huge variety of marine life including turtles, nurse sharks, dolphins and barracudas. Kalkan Dive centre can be contacted on www.kalkandiving.com
River Tubing Enjoy floating down the shallow Sakilkent River with your tube and paddle. It's great fun and lasts between 45 minutes and a couple of hours depending on which trip you choose. River tubing can be booked in Kalkan at one of the tour companies or you can join the tour just outside Sakilkent gorge.River Canoeing Enjoy a day canoeing on the Xanthos River near to Kalkan. Experienced quides take you downstream through some beautiful scenery. A barbeque lunch is served along the way, and there is an opportunity for a revitalising mud bath before the tour finishes at beautiful Patara beach for a swim.
Boat Trips Relax on a day trip around the bays and Islands of Kalkan on a traditional Turkish Gullet and visit beautiful Kaputus beach, Snake Island , the blue cave and aquarium bay. Tours leave at 10.00 am from the harbour, an easy stroll from the villa and return around 5.00 pm . There is plenty of time for swimming, and lunch is served on board.
A very popular trip is to the ancient sunken city of Simena in the area of Kekova, one of the most beautiful areas of the Lycian coast.A terrible earthquake in the 2nd century AD caused a downward shift of land and the submerged ancient houses can be viewed through glass bottom boats. Boat trips can be booked direct at the harbour or through the tour companies in Kalkan.
Sightseeing Within easy reach of Kalkan are the ruins of the ancient Lycian capital of Xanthos, its port Patara, religious centre Letoon, and also Pinara.
Xanthos was discovered in 1838 by the archaeologist Charles Fellows. Today a mixture of ruins from Roman, Lycian and Byzantine times including the Tomb of the Harpies, theatre, Neried monument and Inscribed pillar can be seen. At the holy lycian centre of Letoon there are 3 temples dedicated to Leto, Artemis and Apollo, gods of mythology.
Patara is very close to Kalkan and famous as being the birth place of St Nicholas who has entered into Christian tradition as Father Christmas, and for having many interesting ruins. It was an important commercial centre and harbour during the 5 th century. A day trip to Patara can include beautiful Patara beach, one of the best in Turkey and a perfect place to relax after a bit if sightseeing.
There are several beautiful beaches in and around Kalkan. The main beach in Kalkan is just two minutes walk from the villa and next to the harbour and old town. It has crystal clear aquamarine water and white pebbles. Sunbeds and umbrellas can be hired for around 3 Turkish Lira a day. It's location next to the harbour make it a very popular place for soaking up the atmosphere of the early evening and watching the boats come back to harbour.
Kaputus Beach Ten minutes from Kalkan is beautiful Kaputus beach, a sandy cove at the foot of a mountain gorge. The turquoise water is incredible and this beach is used in many travel brochures for Turkey . There are cheap and frequent Dolmuses (shared minibuses) from Kalkan.
Patara Beach Patara beach is a completely undeveloped 12km stretch of sandy beach voted one of the best in the world by Times online for 2005.
How to get there
Many chartered, and scheduled airlines fly into the new airport at Dalaman from all over the UK. Easyjet, the low cost airline also have a service from 31.3.2008 flying from Gatwick. Flight time is around 3hrs 45minutes.
Dalaman airport is 70 minutes from Kalkan via good road links.
ENES, our partners in Kalkan provide our guests with air-conditioned taxi transfers from around £10.00 p.person each way. Car hire available from Dalaman airport from £20.00 per day. Recommend www.propercar.com for car hire.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Dalaman: 110 km
Activities near Kalkan
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Beach or lakeside relaxation A winter sun break Good nightlife
Facilities
Luxuries:
Internet access, DVD player, Sea view
General:
Central heating, Air conditioning, TV, CD player, Safe, Satellite TV, Wi-fi available
Single beds (4), Double beds (2), Cots (1), Dining seating for 16, Lounge seating for 8, Sleeps maximum of 9
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: Villa Nathalie has been designed and constructed to reflect it's location in Kalkan' historic old town.
The 4 large bedroom suites on the 1st and second floors all have their own good sized ensuite bathrooms with power shower, and furnished balconies with incredible, completely open ocean and mountain views.All bedroom suites feature ample hanging and storage space, bedside tables and a dressing table and mirror.
Downstairs the large open plan living area comprises hall way, dining area, spacious kitchen, lounge area and 5th bathroom complete with shower. French doors lead out from the lounge and kitchen areas directly to the swimming pool terrace. Large Rattan sofas with cream cushions, beautiful lighting and elegant solid oak furniture give the living area an elegant holiday home feel. There is satellite television,with 21 english speaking channels, DVD player and a JVC HiFI system together with a good selection of DVD's, board games and books to enjoy. The kitchen is well equipped and spacious with granite work surfaces, large fridge freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, oven and hob, iron and ironing board, and all the other things that you would expect of a luxury property.
Villa Nathalie is airconditioned throughout and offers free unlimited wireless broadband internet for our guests.
Further details outdoors: As you approach Villa Nathalie and catch a glimpse of the ocean views and stone arch that is it's entrance, you know immediately that you have arrived somewhere very special indeed.
Located on a large plot in the heart of Kalkan, and right in the middle of the bay, Villa Nathalie enjoys unrivalled views of the ocean, mountains and islands from the swimming pool terrace, balconies, dining terrace,garden and living areas. The stone mosaic swimming pool and dining terraces provide plenty of space to relax , swim, barbeque, enjoy alfresco dining and drinks, or just enjoy the sunshine and the views.The swimming pool has a shallow section for children and enjoys full sun from dawn till dusk, infact the pool is warm enough to swim in from April to the end of November.
Beautiful outside lighting all around the terraces and in the pool transform the feel of Villa Nathalie at night making it a place that you will want to invite new found friends for drinks or late night swims. Bouganvillia grows down the stone walls around the villa, terracotta pots on the terraces provide scent and colour, and in the garden lemon and orange trees, palm and many other plants grow.
Teak sunbeds with thick cushions and a place for your drink, a magnificent Teak dining table/ chairs and a large fan chair in the perfect place to enjoy the sunset may entice you not to stray far from Villa Nathalie too often, but when you do, the beach, harbour and restaurants for which Kalkan is justifyably famous are all right on your doorstep, just 3 mins walk away
Further details
Villa Nathalie can be reserved for a non-refundable deposit of £250 with the balance remaining, due 10 weeks prior to the start of your holiday. The price includes the complete villa rental for up to 8 people. In addition to the villa's capacity of eight, babies and young children that share their parent's room can also be accommodated at an extra cost of £75 per week. A damage deposit of £250 will be required at the time of paying the final balance to cover any breakages or damage.
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
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Contact details for home 45859
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Name:
Martin Bligh
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Advertiser joined: 3 Aug 2007 This property added: 8 Jan 2008
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