Villa Irem Mavi, Kalkan | Oliver's Travels

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Villa Irem Mavi

6 guests

3 bedrooms

3 bathrooms

Modern 3-bedroom villa in the Kördere area of Kalkan with two private pools, sauna and traditional Turkish bath!

Key Highlights

Private Pool

Air-Con

Wi-Fi/Internet

The Villa

Villa Irem Mavi is a 3-bedroom villa with private pool, in the Kordere area of Kalkan.

Ground Floor
- Open-plan living & dining area with pool terrace access
- Fully-equipped kitchen with oven, hob, dishwasher, microwave and fridge freezer
- Indoor swimming pool (3.5m x 8m, 1.5m depth)
- Sauna

First Floor
- Master bedroom with double bed, in-room Jacuzzi bath tub and en-suite shower room (behind frosted glass)
- Bedroom with double bed, in-room bath tub and en-suite shower room (behind frosted glass)
- Bedroom with twin single beds and en-suite shower room

Exterior Grounds
- Private swimming pool (4m x 10m, 1.5m depth)
- Terrace
- Dining facilities
- Barbecue

Additional Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Air conditioning
- TV
- Hairdryer
- Washing machine
- Travel cot available on request (please bring your own cot linen)
- Parking

Perched in the hillside area of Kördere above Kalkan, Villa Irem Mavi offers a comfortable and well-equipped base for up to six guests. With three bedrooms and three bathrooms, it’s a practical choice for families or small groups looking for both privacy and shared living space.

At the centre of the villa is the private swimming pool, ideal for slow mornings or relaxed afternoons in the sun. The outdoor area also features a barbecue and dining space, making it easy to enjoy meals outside while taking in the surroundings. For lighter entertainment, there’s table football, while inside, a TV and Wi-Fi provide easy downtime options.

The interiors are designed with convenience in mind, including a fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances such as a dishwasher, oven, and microwave. Air conditioning throughout ensures a comfortable stay during the warmer months.

For added relaxation, guests can make use of the villa’s sauna and traditional Turkish bath, offering a more restorative experience without leaving the property. With thoughtful touches for both adults and children, Villa Irem Mavi makes a well-rounded base for a Kalkan escape.

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

Set in the elevated residential area of Kördere, Villa Irem Mavi enjoys a peaceful position just above the vibrant harbour town of Kalkan. This hillside setting offers a sense of space away from the centre, while still keeping you within easy reach of the town’s restaurants, shops, and beach clubs.

Kalkan itself is known for its rooftop dining spots, waterside terraces, and clear waters, making it a popular choice for relaxed evenings out and days by the sea. The old town, with its narrow streets and whitewashed houses, is just a short drive away, along with the town beach and a selection of well-regarded beach clubs dotted along the coastline.

For those keen to explore further, the wider region offers plenty of interest, from the sandy stretch of Patara Beach to historic sites such as Xanthos and Letoon. The surrounding coastline is also ideal for boat trips, giving you the chance to experience hidden bays and swimming spots.

While a car is recommended due to the villa’s elevated position, this location strikes a good balance between privacy and access to Kalkan’s highlights.

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 (122km)
Nearest Beach: Kalkan Beach (4km)
Nearest Restaurant: Ozi Pide Salonu Restaurant (1.9km)
Nearest Town: Kalkan (3km)
Nearest Supermarket: BiM Supermarket (1.8km)

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