Villa Ersay, Kalkan | Oliver's Travels

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Villa Ersay

2 guests

1 bedrooms

1 bathrooms

Modern 1 bedroom romantic hideaway for 2, complete with private infinity-style pool and Kalkan views.

Key Highlights

Private Pool

Air-Con

Wi-Fi/Internet

The Villa

Villa Ersay is a 1-bedroom romantic bolthole for two, situated in the popular Akbel area of Kalkan.

Ground Floor
- Open-plan living area with breakfast bar dining area and pool terrace access
- Fully-equipped kitchen
- Bedroom with double bed, in-room whirlpool bath tub, pool terrace access and en-suite shower room

Exterior Grounds
- Private swimming pool (3x7m, 1.55m depth)
- Terrace
- Seating
- Dining facilities

Additional Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Air conditioning
- TV
- Hairdryer
- Washing machine
- Parking

Villa Ersay is a one-bedroom retreat for two, set in the Akbel area of Kalkan. Designed with couples in mind, it offers a private and comfortable base for a relaxed stay, whether you’re celebrating a honeymoon or simply taking time away together.

The villa centres around its private swimming pool and terrace, giving you your own space to unwind throughout the day. There’s also a barbecue and outdoor dining area, ideal for slow evenings spent cooking and eating outside.

Inside, the open-plan living space is bright and functional, with air conditioning and a TV for added comfort. The kitchen is fully equipped with modern appliances, including an oven, microwave and dishwasher, making it easy to prepare meals at home when you prefer a quiet night in.

Additional touches such as a garden swing and thoughtful amenities throughout the villa create an easy, laid-back atmosphere. Villa Ersay is well placed for reaching Kalkan’s centre and nearby attractions, allowing you to balance peaceful downtime with days out exploring the local area.

At Oliver’s Travels we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:

- Maid service/extra cleaning

- Private chef/cook/catering

- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge

- Local day-trips or tours

- Airport transfers

- Babysitting/childcare services

Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!

Location

Villa Ersay is set in Akbel, a residential area just above Kalkan, known for its elevated position and easy access to the town centre. From here, you’re a short drive from Kalkan’s harbour, beach clubs and restaurants, making it simple to dip in and out of the town’s lively dining scene.

Kalkan itself is known for its rooftop restaurants, waterfront setting and relaxed atmosphere, with a mix of traditional architecture and contemporary touches. During the day, you can explore nearby beach clubs, take a boat trip from the harbour, or visit Kaputaş Beach, which is around a 15-minute drive away.

For those keen to see more of the region, Patara Beach and its ancient ruins are also within easy reach, offering a beautiful stretch of sand and a glimpse into the area’s history.

Akbel provides a quieter base away from the centre, giving you space to switch off while still being close enough to enjoy everything Kalkan has to offer.

Getting to and around

Kalkan has become a boutique resort, with cobbled streets and converted Greek houses, which belonged to the Greek merchants before the exchange of population in the 1920’s. Once quiet fishing harbour, these days you are more likely to see traditional wooden gulets taking tourists to soak up rays on the sparkling turquoise Mediterranean. A boat trip is a must-do, from the boat you can snorkel and usually a delicious lunch is prepared on board. Keen walkers should check out the Lycian way for designated walking paths in the area.

You cannot come to this area without spending some time exploring the many Lycian sights, such as Xanthos, Patara, Myra or the sunken city of Kekova.

Patara is said to be where democracy started (they excavated a stone voting block) and is also said to be the birthplace of St Nicholas, who became bishop at nearby Myra. The ruins here include an ancient theatre, city walls, government building, and agora. The lighthouse on the site is said to be the earliest of its kind. Visit Patara in the late afternoon and finish the trip with a drink on the sandy beach watching the amazing sunset.

The Saklikent Gorge is a great place to visit, especially if you want to cool off in the fresh waters whilst walking up the gorge. For the more energetic there are rafts and rings to ride the flowing waters. Further down you can enjoy a day canoeing toward the beach.

Islamlar sits 8 km above Kalkan. Once the place Kalkan folk went to cool off at one of the trout farms built to make use of the mountain’s springs. Today Islamlar houses many a villa, enjoyed by Istanbul Turks who prefer a holiday in slightly cooler and cleaner air. Here the locals grow grapes and pomegranates, but you’ll mainly see the men sat gossiping next to the local teahouse. The trout farms remain a place to come for a wonderful fresh meal, or a breakfast consisting of fresh local fare. The rocket will be the freshest and most tasty you’ve ever had; and the fresh chips cooked in olive oil take some beating.

By night both Kalkan and Kas come alive. Kas has more of a bohemian feel, people ambling through the cobbled streets, passing the ancient tomb in the street, haggling for textiles, carpets and other goodies, maybe stopping for the traditional Turkish ‘maras’ ice cream, a tulip-shaped glass of tea or a wonderful kebab in the shadow of the mosque. Most of the villas in Kas are just out of town on the Cukurbag Peninsula. A reasonable (5km) taxi or Dolmus (local bus) ride into town. Be sure to try the Piyaz, a white bean salad with tahini sauce.

Travelling along the coast towards Kalkan you pass the modern marina, the children’s beach park (run by the local hotel school) and halfway to Kalkan the stunning Kaputas Beach, cut in a gorge with all different shades of turquoise in the sea.

Kalkan is a more sophisticated resort, with the villas built onto the mountainside. Evening are spent enjoying the rooftop restaurants, perched on the top of the old ‘konak’ houses. Then wandering to a seaside bar for a cocktail, after shopping for glass lanterns, Iznik pottery, handbags or pestemel towels. Do visit the ‘pastane’, local patisseries which do the most delicious morning pastries and you must try the ‘Gozleme’ pancakes at the Thursday market.

Other things to do in the area include scuba diving as the visibility is excellent, paragliding, horseriding on Patara Beach or kayaking around the sunken ruins at Kekova.

Nearest Airport: Dalaman Airport (121km)
Nearest Beach: Kalkan Beach (2.7km)
Nearest Restaurant: Ozi Pide Salonu Restaurant (250m)
Nearest Town: Kalkan (2km)
Nearest Supermarket: BiM Supermarket (350m)

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