Those in glass houses get the best views, and you certainly will when you stay in Villa Kaz 2, overlooking the exclusive resort of Kalkan, on Turkey’s Turquoise Coast. This stunning architect-designed, three-storey, detached villa, is built into the hills of ancient olive groves and commands panoramic views over the Taurus mountains, the picturesque harbour, and the azure-blue Mediterranean Sea. Villa Kaz 2 has five super spacious ensuite double bedrooms and can accommodate up to ten guests, ideal for a large family gathering or a group of friends get-together.
The property is built out of classic plaster walls, washed in gun metal grey, with black trim, and floor-to-ceiling glass windows, which open onto pool terraces, and sea view bedroom balconies. The villa is set in its own stone surrounding grounds, with tiled terraces, and not just one, but two private swimming pools. Villa Kaz 2 has private parking and comes complete with air conditioning and Wi-Fi throughout. The interiors are light and bright, with tall ceilings pinned up by white pillars, furnished with stylish contemporary pieces, and decorated in a colour palette of shades of grey and beige, with sunshine yellow highlights. Whilst the ambience is one of easy living and opulent elegance.
Enter the property at ground floor level, where you will find an impressive open-plan living space, with stunning sea views as far as the eye can see, and sliding glass doors that open onto the pool terrace. The seating area has two large comfy grey velvet sofas, coffee tables, and a flat-screen television. In the double-height atrium is a yellow cushioned soft seating area with the best views, perfect for meeting for a morning coffee. The adjacent ten-seater dining set is ideal for a spot of splendid indoor entertaining. The black and white marble-topped kitchen is fully equipped with all the latest built-in appliances that you will need to cater for your holiday. Take the sweeping marble staircase up to the first floor where you will find three spacious beautifully-appointed double bedrooms, all with ensuite modern bathrooms with walk-in showers, and furnished sea-view glass-fronted balconies. Take the stairs to the lower ground floor, where there is a further two double ensuite bedrooms, with direct access to the second pool terrace, just right for those who love a swim before breakfast.
We know you will be spending most of your day on the fabulous sea view terrace with a centrepiece step-entry, an infinity swimming pool, and a built-in overflow Jacuzzi. The pool is surrounded by the latest modern mesh sun loungers with shady parasols, and a swing chair, in which to sit and admire those eternal views. On the lower terrace, there is a second swimming pool, also populated with sun loungers, and a ping pong table, where you can practice your whiff-whaff. As the sun sets and dusk falls, meet at the top terrace’s pergola-covered soft seating area, and sip a cocktail or two. Take a seat at the ten-seater marble-topped table, and enjoy dining under the twinkling stars with local delicacies freshly grilled on the barbeque.
Features:
The Villa
5 bedroom ensuite detached villa with two private swimming pools and sea views
Ground floor:
– Fully equipped kitchen
- Open plan living area: comfortable seating, TV and dining table to seat 10 guests
First floor:
- Bedroom 1 – double with sea view balcony and ensuite facilities.
- Bedroom 2 – twin with sea view balcony and ensuite facilities.
- Bedroom 3 – double with sea view balcony and ensuite facilities.
Lower ground floor:
- Bedroom 4 – double bed with ensuite facilities and direct access to a pool terrace
- Bedroom 5 – double bed with ensuite facilities and direct access to a pool terrace
- Terrace
- Second swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Table tennis table
Exterior:
- Spacious main terrace
- Sunbathing areas
- Private pool
- Jacuzzi, dining table
- 6 sun loungers
- Seating area
- Swing seat
Additional facilities
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
Location:
Villa Kaz 2 can be found in the residential area of Kiziltas, overlooking the charming harbour town of Kalkan. Nestled in the hillside with sweeping panoramic views, the villa is situated on the Turkish Turquoise Coast, the jewel of the Mediterranean Sea. Kalkan is one hundred and twenty-five kilometres from Dalaman Airport, a scenic one-and-a-half-hour journey through the Turkish countryside and Taurus mountains. Originally a Greek enclave called Kalamaki, Ottoman and Hellenic influences can be found in the winding colourful cobbled streets of the old town, full of traditional white-washed houses and home to a plethora of restaurants, cafes and bars, and souvenir shops full of goodies you’ll want to take home.
A short drive will take you into the town of Kalkan, where you can find supermarkets, banks, and a local Thursday market, that can supply all the provisions for a happy holiday. The town of Kalkan reputedly has almost one hundred and fifty restaurants, cafes, and bars, you’ll be spoilt for choice deciding on whether to eat traditional Turkish food or dine on gourmet delights in international establishments. Kalkan is well known for some of the best and most exclusive beach clubs, with bathing platforms, fabulous restaurants, and with full-size swimming pools. Take a trip down to the harbour, where you will find complimentary water taxis to ferry you to a beach club of your choice. Located all around the coastline, from Kalkan Beach Park in Kisla to Kulube at Kalamar Bay, there’s a beach club for everyone. Have some fun in the sun at family-friendly resorts offering water sports and swimming pools, unwind at exclusive luxury destinations where you will be waited on hand and foot, wine and dine in their on-site sea view restaurants, or lie back and relax whilst enjoying alfresco holistic spa treatments.
No stay in Kalkan is complete without a boat trip from the harbour, whether it’s a shared one with family and friends or you charter your own gulet, a day out at sea with your favourite captain and crew, is one to treasure. Ships ahoy for a day of swimming and snorkelling in beautiful bays, enjoy a meal of local homecooked meze, then sail back to the harbour in time for tea. Make memories to last a lifetime aboard a private chartered evening sunset cruise, sail off, cocktail in hand as the sun sets, and dinner is served. For the beach bunnies, Kalkan has its own pebble beach with easy access into the sea Travel further afield to the stunning Kaputas Beach set in a natural gorge or take a trip to Patara, where you will find twenty kilometres of unspoilt golden sands and a protected area for the hatching sea water Caretta Caretta turtles.
For those with itchy feet Villa Ahmet is situated on the Lycian Way walking trail. which cuts through Kalkan. Follow in the footsteps of thousands of years of history, as you trek the trail taking you through major archaeological sites, local villages, dramatic coastlines, and the areas’ flora and fauna. Take a short journey to the town of Kinik, which has the best local Friday market, and where you can step back in time to the Lycian city of Xanthos. Follow the D400 to Fethiye, and discover the historical sites of Patara, Letoon, Tlos, and Pinara, where you can see the ancient ruins, amphitheatres and temples with Lycian, Greek, Roman, and Byzantine influences.
The harbour town of Fethiye is also full of ancient sites worth seeing, as well as a foodie-heaven fish market, and home to some seriously good designer labels and fabulous jewellery shopping. Whilst the nearer town of Kas is just twenty-five kilometres away in the other direction, and well worth the journey alone along one of the world’s most stunning and dramatic coastlines. Pass the new Kas Marina, full of super stylish yachts to the original harbour and working town, with its cobbled streets full of Ottoman architecture and overhanging balconies festooned with pastel coloured bougainvillaea, Barter for unique handmade and antique goods in its many shops, and make memories dining in one of the traditional restaurants serving authentic Turkish cuisine with mesmerising sea views. And if you’re feeling terribly intercontinental, hop on the daily twenty-minute ferry from Kas to the Greek island of Meis, where you can explore the magical Blue Cave and dine by candlelight at the lapping water’s edge.
Terms & Conditions:
Security deposit?
£250 charged to client’s credit card before arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection.
Arrival time?
16.00
Departure time?
10.00
Energy costs included?
Yes, included in rental price
Linen & towels included?
Yes, included in rental price
End of stay cleaning included?
Yes. However, guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit.
Internet access?
Complimentary Wi-Fi internet access included in rental price. It is good to note that the speed is dependent on local provider and technical issues may cause reduced speed or cut of service.
Minimum stay?
7 nights
Changeover day?
Flexible
Smoking Allowed?
Not permitted
Pets welcome?
Not allowed
Insurance?
Guests are required to be in possession of a valid insurance policy, which covers them for cancellations, personal belongings, personal liability and any accidental damage caused during their stay.
Other Ts and Cs?
Please note that on occasions, in Turkey, extremes in weather can cause water and/ or electric supply to be cut or reduced. Services are normally restored as soon as possible.
Other 2?
In Turkey the plumbing system is not designed to have paper and sanitary items flushed down the lavatory. In these cases a bathroom bin is provided.
Other 3?
Cot Hire: £3.75 per night
High Chair Hire: £2.75 per night
