18844 - (Sleeps 2)
This imposing stone house is located in the village of Gökçebel and its’ country farmhouse style, spaciousness and comfort coupled with a...
18862 - (Sleeps 2)
As you climb the track from the village of Gökçebel, one of the most striking views is that of a lush green...
18864 - (Sleeps 2)
The Lodge Cottages are on the edge of the “long” village of Chiftlik, just a half hour drive from Bodrum town centre....
18865 - (Sleeps 3)
This very attractive and immensely stylish house has been featured in numerous house design magazines and with the added benefit of being...
18874 - (Sleeps 4)
The first thing that will strike you about Cheedem is the breathtaking view to the bay of Yalikavak and the house has...
18886 - (Sleeps 4)
It is a wild pistachio tree that lends it’s Turkish name to this villa and provides the centrepiece of the terrace, it...
18888 - (Sleeps 4) Dedcription
This charming cottage lies just 5 minutes away from Bitez beach and its selection of restaurants and cafes yet it is a...
20130 - (Sleeps 4)
Tuzla 30 km from Bodrum: New, nice, cosy holiday development, built in 2008. On the outskirts, 3 km from the centre of...
18890 - (Sleeps 4)
One of the most delightful features of Bitez is the network of walkways through the dry river beds and old irrigation channels...
19910 - (Sleeps 4)
Villa Maija is a two bedroom, two bathroom detached villa with full ocean view and located in a small exclusive development on...
18863 - (Sleeps 5)
As you climb the track from the village of Gökçebel, one of the most striking views is that of a lush green...
18895 - (Sleeps 5)
The Cream House is a simple Bodrum style house perfectly suited for summer living. Situated on a residential street in the upper...
18817 - (Sleeps 5)
Bogazici köyü 25 km from Bodrum: The swimming pool is shared by two houses, very cosy semi-detached house, 2 storeys, built in...
18851 - (Sleeps 6)
This imposing stone house is located in the village of Gökçebel and its’ country farmhouse style, spaciousness and comfort coupled with a...
18868 - (Sleeps 6)
This very attractive and immensely stylish house has been featured in numerous house design magazines and with the added benefit of being...
18898 - (Sleeps 6)
In the deep natural harbour of Mandalya Bay lies the traditional fishing village of Bogaziçi and the delightful Pink Flamingo villa.
Pink...
17622 - (Sleeps 6)
Tuzla 30 km from Bodrum: Very new villa, built in 2009. Outside the resort, 4 km from the centre of Bogazici köyü,...
17624 - (Sleeps 6)
Güllük 35 km from Bodrum: Very new, cosy, comfortable villa "Villa", built in 2008. On the outskirts, 1.5 km from the centre...
17620 - (Sleeps 6)
Gümüslük 25 km from Bodrum: Very comfortable, luxurious villa, built in 2005. On the outskirts, 500 m from the centre of Gümüslük,...
5255 - (Sleeps 6)
Villa Selim (Turkish for "Wonderful Villa") is located in a small exclusive development on the hills near the village of Gundogan on...
11623 - (Sleeps 7)
Villa Bahce is located in a small exclusive development on the hills near the village of Gundogan on the Bodrum Peninsula overlooking...
18881 - (Sleeps 8)
The first thing that will strike you about Cheedem is the breathtaking view to the bay of Yalikavak and the house has...
18905 - (Sleeps 8)
This impressive villa stands in a walled estate of 30,000 sq metres, situated on the road running to the beaches on the...
17626 - (Sleeps 8)
Tuzla 10 km from Güllük: Very new, comfortable villa "Villa", built in 2009. On the outskirts Tuzla, in a quiet position. For...
17627 - (Sleeps 8)
Akyarlar 22 km from Bodrum: New, nice, cosy villa "Villa". On the outskirts, 3 km from the centre of Ortakent, in a...
13585 - (Sleeps 8)
Villa Derya is located in a small exclusive development on the hills near the village of Gundogan on the Bodrum Peninsula overlooking...
18932 - (Sleeps 10)
Perched up on the hill your views of the surrounding hills and over the magnificent volcanic rock formations to the bays of...
18935 - (Sleeps 11)
Just minutes from Yalikavak town centre this fabulous property is set very close to the rocky sea front on the sunny side...
18900 - (Sleeps 12)
In the deep natural harbour of Mandalya Bay lies the traditional fishing village of Bogaziçi and the delightful Pink Flamingo villa.
Pink...
18907 - (Sleeps 12)
This impressive villa stands in a walled estate of 30,000 sq metres, situated on the road running to the beaches on the...
18937 - (Sleeps 12)
Just 10 minutes walk uphill from the sea front and the elegant cafe bars and restaurants this unique and spacious house provides...
18941 - (Sleeps 14)
Approaching the house through the shady lanes of Bitez one is unprepared for the fantastic view from this property over the valley...
10694 - (Sleeps 14)
Situated 2km from Bitez beach and 7km from Bodrum town, IMI Farmhouse is set within 12,000m2 land consisting of olive and citrus...
20686 - (Sleeps 18)
These villas are situated within a short drive (five minutes), or fifteen minutes walk to the beaches at the historical, picturesque village...
The craggy Bodrum Peninsula is an area of stunning diversity, where simplicity and sophistication jostle side by side whilst tranquillity and vitality are never more than a few miles apart. Bodrum itself offers all the attractions of a large, cosmopolitan town, set apart from lesser Turkish resorts by its stunningly beautiful setting, its tangible sense of history and its delightfully bohemian air.
Bodrum's whitewashed buildings snuggle up against the hillsides that rise above two semi-circular bays, separated by the imposing castle of St Peter. Restaurants catering for every taste line the picturesque harbour where the masts of traditional wooden gulets sway gently. The old town, with its narrow lanes, is a delight to wander in, not least for shoppers who can find some amazing bargains, from leather goods to local herbs and spices and from fashionable casual wear to traditional carpets and kilims.
Given Bodrum's unabated popularity, it comes as a surprise to find many parts of the peninsula almost untouched by tourism. Just the shortest of drives inland lie villages which remain blissfully unaffected by the intrusions of modern life; even the coastline still reveals several unspoilt backwaters.
The perfect antidote to the hustle and bustle of Bodrum is Gumusluk, a charming village of flower-bedecked houses which follow the curve of a small and pretty bay, erected on the site of Myndos, a classical city once powerful enough to mint its own silver coins. Myndos' glory was eclipsed centuries ago but fascinating fragments of the past add poignancy to the beach, sheltered water, fabulous views and irresistibly relaxing atmosphere.
Unreached by road until relatively recently, Gumusluk became a sleepy backwater used by fishermen and vessels trading in the famously delicious mandarins and lemons of the Bodrum peninsula. The waterfront houses which stored the fruit have now been converted to simple holiday homes, perfect for those who want to idle their time away in an idyllic setting.
Myndos has not been excavated but the old city's importance means that no new buildings are allowed, thereby preserving the village's unique charm. Strolling around the head of the beautiful natural harbour, you can stop to brush the earth away from old mosaic floors, before crossing the narrow promontory to reach a pretty beach. The wonderful shelter of the bay provides a safe anchorage for cruising yachts and local fishing boats and a short paddle across the submerged causeway to offshore 'Rabbit Island' reveals yet more sunken ruins.
The waterfront restaurants enjoy a reputation for excellent fresh fish amongst Turks from as far away as Izmir, who come at the weekend to indulge in fine food and wine in an unbeatably romantic setting. As well as a good choice of restaurants, Gumusluk has several small grocers, a couple of craft and carpet stalls and even a fascinating antique shop.
A little larger than Gumusluk but still delightfully low-key are the seaside villages of Yalikavak and Ortakent, with their pleasant beaches surrounded by excellent walking country.
The recent inauguration of the new Bodrum airport (near Milas and thus out of earshot from our properties) has made the passage to this region of Turkey much easier, but even before that the Bodrum Peninsula has been a long-standing favourite with Turkey's wealthy elite, with the result that some of the most luxurious holiday homes in the country can be found here.
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