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Kalkan, which is a district of Kas, is an attractive tourism centre, even though it does not have any historical ruins. Situated on the Kas - Fethiye road, Kalkan, or Kalamaki as it was called earlier, is 25 km. from Kas. In the minority exchange of 1922, many of the inhabitants relocated to Greece, and some immigrated to Australia. Those who went to Greece established a village near Athens and named it Kalamaki. Their children still visit Kalkan from time to time.
Until recently, Kalkan's economy was dependent on the manufacture of olive oil and soap. Now it is a tourism centre with its sparkling clean boarding houses and hotels and its restaurants offering a wide variety of tasty dishes. Its new marina is also a favourite stop on the blue cruises, offering the passengers all necessities as well as the opportunity of seeing the three most important cities of the Lycians, Patara, Letoon and Xanthos, in one day.
Tourists staying in Kalkan can also visit the 6 km. distant Kaputas Cavern. This cavern is 50 m. long, 40 m, wide and 15 m. high, and can be entered by boat. The shimmering greens and blues that are reflected from the walls of this immense cavern are incredibly beautiful. The blue waters of the Kaputas Beach close by are excellent for swimming.
2 km. from Kalkan, behind Ince Burun, there is a sea cavern called Guvercinlik Cavern because of the many pigeons living in it. A hundred meters away, there is another, smaller sea cavern called Guvercinlik Ini. There is a road that leads to Inbas Cavern at the Bezirgan village coast.
With its cute white houses wreathed in red and purple bougainvilleas, repaired and turned into boarding houses and restaurants in recent years, Kalkan is an excellent place to rest during the warm winter days, and especially the delightful spring days.
Kalkan is also a good place for walks. For example, the ruins of the antique city of Pirha, on the Bezirgan plateau just above Kalkan can be seen from the verdant village of Bezirgan. The ruins, 850 meters above sea level, can be reached by a 15 minute walk from the village. The side of the mountain is riddled with rock tombs. Sarcophagi are scattered everywhere. There are many rock tombs, connected and richly carved, in the Goldag area between the villages of Bezirgan and Islamlar. There is a beautiful Lycian house-type tomb carved into the rock opposite an ancient oak tree on the road to Gombe from Bezirgan, decorated with carved relieves inside and outside, but which is sadly in disrepair.
Kalkan is a prime location from which a great varietyof tours can be organized. Kalkan itself is a very rewarding holiday spot. Start your day with a lazy breakfast on the terrace of your villa or in once of the restaurants along the marina,watching the heavy traffic of boats moving in and out of the harbour. For your "day on the beach" Kalkan offers you a choice. A large public beach stretches along the front but you will probabaly discover your own favorite spot somewhere along the coast. The water will always be sparkling clean. You may also choose a very original Kalkan "day-spender" formula: The beach clubs. These are platform beaches accross the harbour reached by frequent shuttle boat service from the marina. "The platforms" provide everything a holiday-maker can need or dream of, from a sophisticated tequila cocktail to beach mats. This formula is extremely popular among our visitors who will spend the,r holiday in one of these beach clubs. Every one has a favourite but all offer very good services.They are open all day long and evenfor dinner by candle light!
If your idea of a holiday is discovering a virgin sandy coast you may spend your day at Patara. Beach one of the most beautiful beaches in Turkey. Frequent and efficent minibus service from the town square is very cheap. You will find basic restaurants for food and beverages as well as umbrellas, etc. Although much smaller the remarkable sandy beach of Kaputas, a few miles from Kalkan, is a wonder, do not miss it. Finally, you have yet another way to spend your day in liquid!
After a hot day at the beach you may return to your villa to prepare for the second part of your day, which often proves to be just as long if not longer than the first: "Night life in Kalkan". Your evening may start by shopping and walking around in the cool breeze typical at nightfall. All shops stay open until the early hours of the morning and often a silk carpet will be puchased just before returning to your hotel after a long and enjoyable evening.
Kalkan has certainly the highest number of restaurants and bars per inhibitant or per square metre on the Turkish coast. Almost every pension or hotel has its roof or terrace -bar serving all kinds of international drinks or cocktails. After a "Sundowner" you will find a table in one of the 50 or so restaurants of Kalkan. İt would be wise to make a reservation for a front row table. Most of the restaurants offer an open buffet with a great choice of starters (meze) followed by fish or grilled meat Turkish style. For more conservative paletes, international cousine is also available. Prices are displayed at the entrance except for fish, which is subject to bargaining. The Turkish way of dining is to begin with a selection from ten or more cold straters plus two or three hot ones which will be followed by a main course (acompained by raki, wine or beer) and ending with fruit or dessert and famous Turkish coffee. The meal usually stretches for hours and will finish close to midnight. Finally you may walk through the animated cobbled streets and stop to sip a "last one" before returning to your villa after a lovely long day
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You don't need going up roof terrace to watch stunning sea views of the Kalkan Bay and Kalkan. This is possible sipping on your favourite cold drinks on the shaded large pool area.
Notes on price:
Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion. Transfers to and from Dalaman Airport are not included but can be arranged for you. Please enquire at time of booking. Flights are not included. Check in time is from 4.00 p.m. Check out time 11.00 a.m. Car hire can be arranged for you and paid for locally, please enquire at time of booki
Accommodation
HLR443
Type
Description
Bedrooms:
Bedrooms:
Bedroom 1, double bed, en suite bathroom with jacuzzi, air-conditioning and patio doors leading to balcony with Kalkan Bay and Kalkan views.
Bedroom 2, double bed, en suite bathroom, air-conditioning and patio doors leading to balcony with Kalkan Bay and Kalkan views.
Bedroom 3, with 2 single bed, air-conditioning and patio doors leading to balcony with rear garden view.
Bedroom 4, with 2 single bed with access to large roof terrace.
Bathrooms:
Bathrooms: In addition large bathroom with shower cabin on the ground floor.
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Kitchen:
Kitchen: Cupboards are made Lineadecor favourite company in Turkey and white goods are made by Frankie Fully equipped kitchen including oven, hob, extractor fan, large fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, iron, ironing board, toaster, kettle, glasses etc. Dining area with dining table and seating for eight. Patio door opening onto veranda with al fresco dining area
Living Rooms:
Living Room: Lounge, two sofa, two chair. Satellite TV, DVD player, HI-FI with CD player and tuner and limited CD's. Patio doors open on to the shaded ground floor veranda area. Terrace 3 slide doors to pool area
Other: First floor balcony at rear with views rear garden
Cleaning/towels/linen/maid Service:
Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: Linen, towels and tea towels provided. Villa cleaned twice weekly with linen and towel change. Pool terracing and garden serviced daily
Other:
Large roof terrace with barbecue and amazing view of Kalkan Bay. Lockable garage.
Sleeping capacity:
sleeps 8 (4 Bedrooms)
Ammenities/Facilities provided
shared pool
private pool (sole use of)
barbecue
air conditioning
room fans
iron/ironing board
washing machine
microwave
games/books
dishwasher
fridge/freezer
television
satellite
electric heater
freeview
central heating
radio
dvd player
oven
hairdryer
hob/stove
Etc.
Travel
Airport: Dalaman - 90 minutes: 120 km.
Distances
29 km from Kas 83 km from Fethiye 220 km from Antalya.
Further details
Welcome pack provided on arrival. Price includes daily car to Kalkan at 10am or at agreed time. Activities near Kalkan Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Fishing Great for: Walking holidays Beach or lakeside relaxation.
Booking notes
A deposit is required 150 GBP to secure the reservation with the balance of payment due 8 weeks prior to departure.
House swap
House swap is possible.
Changeover day
Changeover day is flexible.
Beach
The walk down to the Kalkan Beach is the best beach in Kalkan only takes about 10 minutes.
