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Ayla

Kalkan, Lycian Coast

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  1. Sleeps 6
  2. 2 Double Bedrooms
  3. 1 Twin Bedroom
  4. Air Conditioning
  5. WiFi
  6. Table Tennis
  7. Beach 1.2km
  8. Restaurant 800m
  • Ground Floor: Open plan kitchen/dining/living room with sliding doors to terrace and pool area (oven, microwave, dishwasher, A/C, TV, WiFi). Twin bedroom (A/C) with en suite shower room and doors to pool terrace.
  • First Floor: Open tread stairs. Double bedroom (A/C) with en suite shower room, private balcony with sea view. Double bedroom (A/C) with en suite shower room, private balcony with sea view.
  • Outside: Shaded terrace dining area and comfortable seating area. Barbecue. Steps down from private parking car port to small garden area and entrance to villa. Table tennis.
  • Private swimming pool (13m x 4m).

Ayla and adjacent Azure are modern and recently built villas in a premium location close to the pretty town of Kalkan with its old town and port (1km). Beach clubs are also within walking distance of the villa (1.2km) making this a perfect location for your well-earned holiday in this gem of a town.

Along with Azure, the villa is the highest of a group of five similar villas. Ayla looks down over the bay with lovely large glass windows and modern fittings, a stunning terrace and infinity pool area. Savour barbecues and alfresco meals on the wide covered terrace, with large parasols offering welcome shade for poolside relaxation.

Ayla is conveniently located just a 10–15 minute walk from local restaurants and Kalkan’s centre, where you’ll find a variety of shops and the town’s renowned rooftop dining spots. If water sports appeal, a centre near the old port offers activities such as parasailing and stand-up paddleboarding. A highly recommended experience is a cruise on the Aegean’s clear blue waters aboard a traditional Turkish gulet—a classic, handcrafted vessel that provides the perfect setting for a relaxing day at sea.

A popular outing is a visit to the Patara ruins and its spectacular beach (16 km away). Framed by sweeping sand dunes, this superb 15 km stretch of sand is considered one of Turkey’s finest. Travel from Dalaman International Airport to Kalkan takes around two hours, and from there you can arrange a transfer or hire a car for added flexibility.

  • There is an open tread staircase in this property. Care needed.
  • Property Licence No. 07-175
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Great Things to Do Near Ayla

Cross over to Greece

Take the opportunity to visit the closest Greek island to Turkey, Kastolorizo, just 3.5 nautical miles off the coast of Kaş. After a short but scenic crossing explore the delights of this quaint Greek fishing village, including the local museum, church and mosque. Wander round the white washed back streets before enjoying a lunch on the harbour front. Don't forget your passport!

Sticky delights

Try one of the rich, gooey Turkish pastries, rich in honey, raisins, nuts and cinnamon and layered in Filo pastry - along with a Turkish coffee to clear the palate.  Kalkan's harbour front is the best place to enjoy this indulgence!

For the biggest market on the Lycian coast

take the journey up to Fethiye and experience an authentic Turkish market. Produce is brought from all over the region - vegetables, spices and, of course, the 'genuine fake' designer goods. In the centre of Fethiye is the fish market, where fresh fish can be chosen from the stalls and cooked at one of the restaurants in the surrounding square - a great place for lunch. Tuesday is the main market day for Fethiye.

Mountain Trekking

Trekking in the mountains behind Kas is where you will find some of the most beautiful scenery in the Taurus range. Below the tree line and winter snow are the yayla (highland plateaus). Trek through canyons, gorges and passes - many of these gorges were important trade routes, some still in use, some completely forgotten, though all at one time jealously guarded.

Drive down to the stunning beach of Patara

It's part of a huge national park, it is a key biodiversity area, rich in birdlife and the breeding ground of the endangered loggerhead turtle (caretta caretta). Only about a 15 minute stroll from some of the major ruins, even in the height of the summer it is never crowded. The absence of development and no water sports means that it is always peaceful.

Explore the back streets of Kalkan

Wonderful atmospheric narrow streets that house a mixture of shops, coffee bars, restaurants with traditional overhanging wooden balconies above. Enjoy having a wander around.

Visit the nearby town of Kaş

Less than half an hour's drive away, enjoy the charm of Kaş as an alternative to the more local Kalkan. A modern seaside town which occupies the site of ancient Antiphellos, some ruins are still visible today. The Lycian Way, a marked trail, passes by the town.

Explore the Saklikent Gorge

It's the second-largest (20 km long) gorge in Europe, with spectacular scenery and 4 kms of the gorge is walkable. Outside the gorge, restaurants have wooden platforms suspended just above rushing spring waters - great places to relax on Turkish rugs and cushions with a beer. You have to cross the water - beware, it's knee deep and fast flowing. Wear swim shoes - these can be hired if you don't have any.

Canoeing on the Xanthos river

Enjoy a fun day river canoeing on the Xanthos river. You can travel across ancient Lycian lands of lush and tranquil nature. The ride is downstream, so it's not hard going. The journey ends at Patara beach with time for a swim.

Enjoy fresh trout in the famous Islamlar restaurants

Islamlar is famous for its traditional trout fishing industry so make sure you sample the local produce only 15 minutes away.

Visit the Lycian sites

at Myra, where you will be able to explore the spectacular Lycian, Greek and Roman ruins of this ancient city, including one of the best preserved amphitheatres and spectacular rock tombs. Entrance to St Nicholas Church is available, but as an optional cost.

Nearby

Towns/Villages

Islamlar 15 mins 
Kalkan Old Town 20 mins 
Xanthos 20 mins 
Kaş 30 mins 
Fethiye 1 Hr 10 mins 

Beaches

Kaputas 10 mins 
Indigo Beach Club 15 mins 
Kareta Beach Club 20 mins 
Kalkan 25 mins 
Patara 25 mins 

Airports

Dalaman 1 Hr 50 mins 
Antalya 3 Hrs 10 mins 
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