Villa Melike
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Overview
Enjoy a relaxing holiday home from home, when you vacation in Villa Melike, overlooking the beautiful bay of exclusive Kalkan, on Turkey’s Turquoise Coast in the Mediterranean Sea. This classic, three storey, detached villa, has four spacious double bedrooms, and can comfortably accommodate up to eight guests. The villa is set in its own small grounds, surrounded by tall shady mature trees, populated with plants in terracotta pots, and host to your own private swimming pool. The property has a lower ground floor self-contained suite, with its own separate entrance, perfect if it’s two small families, or a group of friends’ sharing. The villa comes with on-street parking, and complimentary air-conditioning and Wi-Fi throughout. Villa Melike is constructed out of traditional Mediterranean whitewashed walls, charmingly painted in the most delightful daffodil yellow, with lots of double doors, that open onto sea view terraces, and let in lots of natural light, and sea breezes. The interiors are cosy and inviting, with comfortable modern furniture, local handcrafted wood pieces, and cool tiled floors.
Go through the garden gates to the entrance to the villa, where you will find an open plan living space. The seating area has a smart grey sofa, a white armchair, coffee and side tables, a flat screen television, and a wood burning fireplace for those cooler months and evenings. The adjacent six-seater wood and glass dining set is ideal for indoor entertaining. The white kitchen is fully-equipped with all the latest appliances you will need to cater for your holiday, including a family size fridge freezer, a built-in oven and hob, and a dishwasher and washing machine. Open the doors onto the sea view terrace, where there is a soft seating spot, and an eight-seater outdoor dining set, for some fabulous alfresco feasting. Take the stairs to the second floor, where there is a master bedroom, with a king size bed, a seating area with a sofa and a sea view, and a separate shared bathroom with corner bath. The rooftop has a low ceiling double bedroom, with twin beds, and a separate bathroom. There is also the most magnificent hot spot roof terrace, with a wrought iron soft seating area, commanding panoramic sea views out to the islands, and beyond. On the lower floor there is a self-contained suite, with its own separate entrance, and access to the pool terrace. The double bedroom has a wood-framed queen size bed, and matching furniture. The second bedroom has two wrought iron single beds, and a private WC. There is a shared bathroom with a walk-in shower. An open plan living area is home to a beige sofa and two armchairs, a wood dining set for four, and a smart matching fitted kitchen. Access the tiled terrace from the lower floor or external steps, where there is a ladder-entry swimming pool, surrounded by navy stripe cushioned sun loungers and shady parasols, perfect for a morning swim before breakfast, and a cooling afternoon dip.
What you should know…
- The bedroom in the roof terrace with two single beds has a low ceiling, perfect for children and teenagers
- We recommend hiring a car to see all the sights you’d like to see, parking is on street
- The walk into town can be quite steep, you may want to take one of the many local and inexpensive taxis, especially coming back from the harbour
This home is a part of our Great Value Collection!
Our great value homes:
- may be traditionally styled for a laid back feeling
- may have some simple amenities and features
- mean that you can enjoy top holiday destinations for less!
Property Features
The Villa
A classic four bed with private pool overlooking exclusive Kalkan Bay on Turkey’s Mediterranean Turquoise Coast.
Ground Floor
- Kitchen
- Sitting and dining area
- Double bedroom with queen-size bed
- Twin bedroom with two single beds
- Family bathroom
First Floor
- Living Room with indoor dining area, TV and fireplace
- Kitchen
Second Floor
- Master bedroom with king-size bed
- Family bathroom
Third Floor
- Rooftop bedroom with two single beds
Outside Grounds
- Private swimming pool
- Terrace with sun loungers
- Outdoor dining area
- Roof terrace with lounge furniture
Additional Facilities
- Air conditioning
- Wi-fi
- Television
- Washing machine
- Iron & ironing board
- Hairdryer
Location
About the surrounding area of Villa MelikeVilla Melike overlooks the quaint harbour town of Kalkan, on Turkey’s Turquoise Coast, the jewel of the Mediterranean Sea. The villa is 125 kilometres from Dalaman International Airport, a scenic one-and-a-half-hour journey through the Turkish countryside and Taurus mountains. The old town of Kalkan was originally a Greek enclave called Kalamaki; Ottoman and Hellenic influences can be found in the winding cobbled streets of the old town, full of traditional white houses, festooned with brightly coloured bougainvillea. Kalkan is home to a reputed one hundred and fifty restaurants, cafes, and bars, and souvenir shops, full of goodies you’ll want to take home. Take a short walk or drive into Kalkan, where you can find supermarkets, shops, banks, and a fabulous Thursday market selling fresh local produce and homewares.
The nearest beach is a five minutes’ drive away by the harbour, alternatively hop on one of the many private water taxis to whisk you away to one of the fifteen fabulous beach clubs that populate the coastline. Travel further afield to the stunning Kaputas Beach, set in a natural gorge, it’s only two hundred steps down, and two hundred back up again. Or take a trip to Patara, where you will find two 2000-year-old amphitheatres, ancient ruins, and twenty kilometres of unspoilt golden sands, with a protected area for the hatching Caretta Caretta turtles. All aboard a traditional gulet for a day of swimming and snorkelling in beautiful bays, enjoy a meal of local homecooked meze, afternoon tea aboard, then sail back to harbour, cocktail in hand to watch the famous sunsets.
Back on dry land don’t miss the opportunity to experience an authentic Turkish hammam, enjoy the heat and bubbles of a hands-on massage, and be pampered in one of the many super spas all over town. For those with itchy feet, the Lycian Way walking trail cuts through Kalkan. Follow in the footsteps of thousands of years of history, as you trek the trail taking you through the major archaeological sites of Xanthos, Letoon, Tlos, and Pinara, local villages, dramatic coastlines, and the areas’ flora and fauna.
The harbour town of Fethiye is also full of ancient sites worth seeing, with a foodie-heaven fish market, and home to some seriously good designer label shopping. The nearer town of Kas is twenty-five kilometres away, and worth the journey alone along one of the world’s most stunning and dramatic coastlines. Walk through the harbour to the 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. If you are feeling intercontinental, hop on the twenty-minute ferry from Kas to the Greek island of Meis, known locally as Kastellorizo, where you can swim in the beautiful Blue Cave, then dine alfresco under a Grecian sky by the water’s edge.
Local Amenities | |||
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Nearest Airport |
Dalaman Airport
(121km) |
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Nearest Town |
Kalkan
(0.6km) |
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Nearest Beach |
Kalkan Public Beach
(0.9km) |
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Nearest Supermarket |
M Migros
(0.4km) |
Kalkan
Kalkan has become boutique resorts, 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 harbours 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 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 build 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 Salikent 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 & 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 towel. 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.
Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesKalkan is the perfect holiday hot spot for kids of all ages. Starting with the villa’s private pool, and there’s no set hours, your children can swim and splash all day. The villa is ideally located between the bays of Kalkan and Kalamar, with lots of family friendly beach clubs in either direction. The nearest beach is a five-minute drive away, and can be found next to Kalkan harbour. This public pebbly beach is great for young children, with easy entry shallow water, an adjacent kid’s playground, sun beds and brollies, and a local café for refreshment. There is also a great choice of local beach clubs suitable for families, most notably Kalkan Beach Park with a selection of kid friendly water sports and its own beach, and Zest with a large children’s pool, and a wood fire pizza restaurant. Your older kids may enjoy a day at Artistos Watersports Club, with lots of fun rides, para sailing, and water-skiing activities. In the old town of Kalkan you will find an original Greek village, full of winding streets of white-washed houses, lots of child-friendly restaurants and cafes, and shops galore selling souvenirs. No trip to Kalkan is complete without a family lazy day at sea on one of the traditional gulets that leave the harbour daily. The boats set anchor at beautiful bays, some with mud bath inlets, where you can swim and snorkel in the warm waters of the Turquoise Coast.
Enjoy a Jeep Safari through the local villages, see the natural flora and fauna, and ride the famous Patara sand dunes. Go further afield to Sakilkent Gorge, where you can walk through a flowing river to a magnificent waterfall. Take a trip to Kekova, and see a sunken city through a glass-bottomed boat. On the way to Fethiye stop off at the ghost town of Kaya, and explore the ruins of an abandoned Greek town, with the original houses, churches, and schools. The resort of Olu Deniz offers the best of both worlds, with stunning sandy spit beaches with easy entry shallow waters, and a magnificent one thousand seven hundred metre cable car ride up to the top of Mount Babadag, from where you can tandem paraglide and land back where you started. A short boat taxi journey from Olu Deniz will take you to Butterfly Valley, where your children can discover over eighty species of beautiful butterflies in nature’s garden. In the evenings during high season watch your favourite stars under the stars at Indigo Beach Club film nights, take a sunset cruise and swim with the fishes under the light of the silvery moon, or drive to the Patara dunes to watch the sun set over the sea and watch in wonder as it dips under the horizon, before enjoying a fabulous family supper of traditional Turkish cuisine in Gelemis village.
Kids Activities Close-by
- Beach Nearby
- Walk to Beach
- Walk to Village
- Walk to Restaurant
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
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Read moreExtras
At Oliver’s Travels we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. If there is anything you would like to arrange for your stay, please contact the Oliver’s VIP Concierge Team (by clicking on the link in the blue Oliver’s Extras box above) who will be happy to help. We can usually put you in touch with the right people arrange any of the following:
- Cook/catering
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport pick-up/drop-off
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
This is by no means an exhaustive list, so please just contact Oliver’s VIP Concierge Team to help you arrange any of those little extras that can really make the difference.
Security deposit | |
Arrival time | 3.00 p.m. |
Departure time | 10.00 a.m. |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
Security deposit | |
Arrival time | 3.00 p.m. |
Departure time | 10.00 a.m. |
Energy costs included? | Yes, included in the rental price. |
Heating costs included? | Yes, included in the rental price. |
Linen & towels included? | Yes, included in the 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 is included in rental price. It is good to note that the speed is dependent on the local provider and technical issues may cause reduced speed or cut of service. |
Minimum stay | 7 nights. All other durations on request. |
Changeover day | Flexible |
Pets welcome? | Not allowed |
Smoking Allowed? | Smoking & Vaping are not permitted. |
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. |
Travelling to Turkey
All British (and most other nationalities) citizens require a full 10-year passport with at least 6 months validity to enter Turkey. UK passport holders are exempt from visa for tourist visits of up to 90 days within 180 days starting from the first entry date. For all other passports please visit the Turkish Government Website or the Turkish Consulate for details of whether you require a visa or not.
Whilst in Turkey local regulations require you keep your passport and a printed copy of your e-visa with you at all times.
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 8 people:
Rental period | Weekly |
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Dec 11th 2024 - Apr 1st 2025 | £2,043 |
Apr 1st 2025 - May 1st 2025 | £2,150 |
May 1st 2025 - Jun 2nd 2025 | £2,580 |
Jun 2nd 2025 - Sep 15th 2025 | £2,903 |
Sep 15th 2025 - Jun 14th 2026 | £2,580 |
Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
Reviews
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Absolutely loved our stay!
We absolutely loved our stay! The hosts were super helpful without being intrusive. The villa was clean and spacious and in a perfect location. The villa had everything we needed. We have already booked to return next year! Highly recommend!
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Would definitely recommend!
We booked this villa the night before due to our other holiday being cancelled last minute. The villa is very spacious, comfortable beds, beautiful views from the outdoor eating area and rooftop terrace. The pool was perfect to use all day in the hot weather, very quiet and relaxing. The location was great, only a short walk into the very pretty town. Villa hosts were prompt and helpful anytime we contacted them during our stay. Would definitely recommend this villa, great price, pool and location.
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