PROPERTIES IN THE AEGEAN AREA OF TURKEY
Kusadasi - Kusadasi, one of Turkey’s principal family holiday resorts, is situated on the west coast of Turkey 90km south of Izmir. It is close to the historical Ephesus, Didyma, Priene and Mileto. Kusadasi has a typical Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters which provides a long tourist season. There is a wide variety of restaurants, bars and discos.
Altinkum - Altinkum is situated on the southern Aegean coast. Simpler than Kusadasi,Marmaris and Bodrum, it is the ideal resort to relax in. This area is well known for its ancient ruins, the most important being Ephesus. The temple of Apollo at Didyma, Miletus and Priene are just a few kilometres away. Altinkum has three beaches with golden sands, ideal for families and children, and daily boat trips to visit beautiful local bays. Just 10 minutes down the road is the small harbour village of
Akbuk - an idyllic quiet resort with pretty beach-front restaurants, surrounded by olive trees. Still very Turkish in atmosphere and unspoilt by heavy development it is rumoured to be the next big thing..
Turunc - The fishing port of Turunc is 15 minutes drive from Marmaris, and because of strict building restrictions it has escaped the mass tourism of other places.The bay has 500 metres of sand, shingle and clear blue water. On offer is a wide selection of water sports including surfing, water skiing, speed boats and scuba diving. Large numbers of restaurants and bars offer fresh sea food and traditional Turkish cuisine. The scenery in and around Turunc is beautiful with many coastal walks with mountains nearby. Private fishing boats are available for hire.
Marmaris - Well known for its natural beauty, pine clad mountains and a fantastic coastline, full of pretty coves and inlets. A modern town, Marmaris is well able to cater for tourists with plenty of restaurants, cafés, shops and bars with a good nightlife, as well as provision for water sports and sunbathing.
Armutalan - is the residentail suburb of Marmaris, as building in the centre of town is mainly commercial. The old quarter has traditional Turkish crafts amidst its cobbled streets and is always good value for money. Its long sandy beach has one of the best marinas in Turkey.
Beldibi - just a few minutes drive up the mountain from Marmaris, is surrounded by lush forest in all directions. Mainly residential, the area is clean and tidy and offers the only international school.
Icmeler Situated on a big bay with a beach that goes all the way to Marmaris, its biggest neighbour 8km away, Icmeler used to be a village, and after starting slowly, has developed into a large town. Between 1990 and the present it has been transformed with many hotels, restaurants, bars, shops and apartments,which make it a top-class resort. Despite all the building it remains pleasant, green and low-rise which gives a feeling of spaciousness.
Dalyan - Dalyan is near the pretty Dalyan River (the ancient Calbis River). First stop is the mudbath which is said to be very therapeutic for your skin because of the minerals and the elements it contains such as Calcium, Magnesium and Sulphur. It will take only 10 minutes from Dalyan by boat to visit the Iztuzu Beach (The Turtle Beach), after a 30 minutes boat trip among the plants, birds and the turtles, this beach is one of the rare beaches in the world where the Marine Turtles come and nest.
If you follow the River inland you will discover the beautiful town of Koycegiz which is built around a tranquil lake which feeds the river. Property here is traditional and rustic and has all the same benefits of Dalyan, as well as having the fabulous fish restaurants and mountain views. See the ancient city of Caunos on the way back to Dalyan town centre.
Datca is a delightful fishing village approx one hours drive from Marmaris centre out along the peninsula. Lovely bays, rolling hills largely untouched by man- you can spend long lazy days watching the sunset over the crystal clear water.
Gokova & Akyaka - The village of Gokova with its pretty little harbour and unspoilt beach is typically Turkish and relatively unknown by tourists. Property is of a traditional white and dark wood style. Its location is just 30 minutes from busy Marmaris and you will find regular dolmuses travelling back and forth to the busier locations. The little shores along the gulf of Gokova provide a spectacular setting for long relaxing walks.
Dalaman is typically a residential area conveniently located near to the airport, often people bypass the region without realising the beautiful surrounding areas such as Dalyan / Koycegiz
Sarigerme with its stunning sandy beach just minutes away. A new golf course is due to be built in this area and will bring trade to the region; we are predicting this part to be flourishing in activity in a few years time. Anyone looking to purchase a property should seriously consider this area as a good, long-term investment. The climate along this coast is similar to Southern California with sea temperatures around 16º centigrade. The whole region is hemmed in by vertiginous peaks and blanketed with virgin pine forest, the coast is still considerably wild. When it comes to entertainment there’s plenty to do whether you like lazing on the beach, enjoying water-sports, sightseeing from a boat, exploring ancient buildings or admiring wildlife.
Gocek, a small up market marine resort located between Dalaman and Fethiye. It is considered to be very stylish, you will often find various yachts and gulets moored in these tranquil waters.
Calis Time really does stand still! At least that’s what it feels like in the delightful little resort of Calis which just oozes Turkish charm with its laid-back and friendly atmosphere. The resort comes alive at night with its many bars and restaurants offering both Turkish and international cuisine, but for those seeking a little more adventure a short ten minute taxi ride will take you into the bustling town of Fethiye.
Fethiye Once a minor market town and fishing village, Fethiye has become a thriving centre in recent years, mainly due to the fast growing popularity of the nearby resort of Oludeniz. This dates back to the 6th Century BC and traces of the ancient settlement can be seen around the town. his area is now very popular , in particular the urban area of Hisaronu partly because it’s a working town and is open all year round.
Kas A small photogenic town, first mentioned in Lycian times as Antiphellos, Kas still has typical Turkish scenery – small white houses with wooden balconies, the traditional market on Fridays, boats that take you to different places like Kekova or the Greek island of Kastellorizon, from its lovely small harbour.
Kalkan Once the most important trading port in the Teke Peninsula for the caravans of the old Silk Road, Kalkan is a smallish town. A meeting place between the Mediterranean, Syria, Lebanon and the east, it is now a tourist centre with many waterways– popular for boating.Tourism has been made easier by the modern road linking it with Fethiye.The perfect little Turkish port town.
