Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or less) House-swap
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car essential
Notes:
Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
The house is a 3 bedroomed semi detached property situated on a beautiful stretch of coast between the towns of Gümülder and Özdere, south of Izmir and north of Küsadasi. Opposite the Greek Island of Samos. It is very close to the sea, beach, mountains and orange groves.
The house can sleep up to 8 people and comprises of kitchen, lounge, veranda, 3 double bedrooms, the main bedroom with its own veranda, 2 bathrooms, roof patio, cellar and delightful gardens. From the roof you can observe spectacular 340 degree views. The house comes with all mod cons such as fridge, dishwasher, washing machine, gas cooker and satellite TV. There is a garden patio with barbeque.
The house is on a controlled site which has a security guard at the entrance. There are 2 large swimming pools, one just behind the house and the other at the top of the site which are in operation from approximately the middle of June to the middle of September. There is also a chic chic tractor which runs every 2 hours and takes and brings you back from the beach, local village and local supermarket. This also runs during peak holiday times of approxmatley the middle of June to the middle of September. These operating times can be changed shortened or extended at the discretion of the site managers and are beyond the control of the house owner.
Balcony View
First Pool
Second Pool
Lounge
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The Aegean Coast region
The coast line from Gumuldur to Ozdere curves gently around a romantic bay in the Aegean sea. The deep shale beaches slope down to the crystal blue sea. The Greek island of Samos is directly opposite. The large orange and lemon plantations boarder the beach area and the hinterland with forest and rough nature characterize these beautiful holiday resorts. The area has a good climate with temperatures reaching up to 40 degrees in August.
Ozdere / Yakamoz Sitesi area
Gumuldur is a summer town by the south west coast about 45 minutes from Izmir Adnan Menderes International airport. It is famous for its crystal clear water and natural beauty. Its ideally situated in the heart of history being close to Ephesus, Teos Antic City and Lebedos. In Gumuldur you will be a witness to the sun and the sea. This peaceful holiday town is famous for its orchards. Here you have the chance to pick your own oranges or lemons yourself. You will soak up the sun, sea and the history at the same time. If you want a change from sunbathing there is mountain trekking were you can observe spectacular views of the Aegean Sea. You can rent a motorbike or car, forget the city life and get some fresh in your lungs. Gumuldur has excellent tourist facilities, beautiful beaches, restaurants and places to see. The winding panoramic coastal road leads you to Ozdere.
Ozdere is further down the road eastwards in the Kusadasi direction. It is a bustling touristy town with a lovely sandy beach and bathing bay. There is everything you need such as post office, supermarkets, open bazaar, private and state owned hospitals, as well as many restaurants, bars and shops. Just outside the town there is a café upon the hill that you can sit and have a drink and look down over the curvaceous bay and watch the moonlight shine over the water. Further down the road there is a municipal fish restaurant that serves locally caught fish deliciously cooked.
How to get there
Booking a Flight
Charter Flights: The flight time to Izmir airport from the UK is on average 4 hours. The cheapest flight option from the UK to Izmir, Adnan Menderes is by charter flight which leave the UK every Thursday (May - October) from the following UK regional airports: Gatwick, Stanstead, Birmingham, Manchester and Newcastle. Also, when booking your flight, you may need to quote the airport code ADB, as some companies do not automatically recognise Izmir airport on their systems, as the airport code for this airport has changed recently.
Flight prices vary depending on the time of travel, and can range from as little as £89 to well over £200. The most expensive times to travel are dates falling on and around the school holiday periods, or UK Bank Holiday dates.
Scheduled Flights: British Airways fly direct to Izmir airport from London Gatwick Airport, 3 times a week and throughout the year. Currently their fares are competitively priced with fares starting from as little as £100 when booked well in advance.
Cyprus Turkish Airlines operate a direct flight to Izmir Airport, leaving Heathrow airport on Mondays and Saturdays, and Stansted airport on Fridays. Prices tend to be a little more expensive ranging from £230 to £300 and over, however child fares are available.
It is advisable to book scheduled flights well in advance as this allows you to obtain better value fares unlike, the charter flight operators, who reduce their flight prices extremely close to the departure date. You can also fly to Izmir daily, with Turkish Airlines or Lufthansa which involves 2 flights. E.g. Heathrow to Istanbul, Istanbul to Izmir, Heathrow to Munich, Munich to Izmir, Manchester to Istanbul, Istanbul to Izmir.
Please find below a list of companies that will be able to assist you in the booking of your flight. When booking your flight, do not forget those little extras - such as do you want to upgrade for more legroom? Do you need to remember to book a vegetarian meal? Remember to ask the flight operator at the time of booking so that you're not disappointed at the start of your holiday.
Please note, that the information provided on how to book a flight is for guidance. The booking is between you and the flight operator of which the owners of Villas in Turkey are unable to accept any liability.
Flight Operators
British Airways: www.britishairways.com
Thomas Cook - Flights Direct: 08705 101520
Green Island Holidays: Flight Only - 020 7637 7338
Air Flights Direct: 0800 036 7112 - www.airflights.co.uk
Kayak - www.kayak.co.uk
Travel Rebuplic- Onur Air direct from Bristol , Belfast, Birmingham, East Midlands, Glasgow, London Gatwick & Stanstead, Manchester and Newcastle to Izmir
First Choice - Bristol - Turkey Adnan Menderies
Visas
All British visitors to Turkey are required to pay £10 sterling per person for a visa, on entry in to the country. You will require one £10 note per person in your party, including children. They do not accept £20 or £50 pound notes. Scottish Pounds are not accepted. Non British Citizen passport holders should check visa requirements with the Turkish Consulate before booking. The visa is a multiple entry visa valid for three months.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Izmir Adnan Menderes airport: 71 km
Railway:
Izmir
Ferry:
Kuşadasi: 20 km
Activities near Ozdere
Sports: Watersports Waterpark Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Beach or lakeside relaxation A winter sun break
Sofabeds (1), Single beds (4), Double beds (1), Dining seating for 4, Lounge seating for 5, Sleeps maximum of 8
Other:
Linen provided, please check with the owner regarding towels.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Shared outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ, Childrens pool
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: The lounge sofa bed converts into a bed allowing for and additional 2 persons. Mosquito screens are fitted to all windows and doors. There are security ornamental wrought iron grills on windows and doors There is satellite TV available
Further details outdoors: Large roof terrace with sink and storage cupboard. Table seating 8 persons under a large parasol. Wonderful views of sea, mountains and orange groves There is a patio garden with table and chairs and barbeque area There is a very pleasant garden with bougainvillea and grapes. There is a basement with boiler and gardening implements.
Further details
Sorry no pets or smoking inside the premises There is a deposit of £50 which will be non refundable if there is a cancellation An inspection of the property will take place before departure and all breakages or damage to be paid for at the time of departure to local relatives.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
Convert to:
Period
From
To
Weekly
Nightly rate
Minimum stay
Weekday
Weekend
November - March
1 Nov 07
1 Apr 08
185£185
4545
5050
3 Nights
April - May
1 Apr 08
1 Jun 08
200£200
4545
5050
3 Nights
June - September
1 Jun 08
1 Oct 08
225£225
4545
5050
3 Nights
21
The owner's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
Prices may be subject to change at the owners discreation
Availability
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Contact owner
To contact this owner please visit: http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/22120
Contact details for home 22120
Please mention Holiday Lettings
Name:
Pat Duru
Tel:
+44 (0)1454 887441
Mobile:
+44 (0)7879 674717
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Advertiser joined: 26 Feb 2007 This property added: 26 Feb 2007