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Description of holiday villa near Yalikavak, Turquoise Coast

Villa Kamelya 9 (sleeps 6/8)
Completed in 2007 and constructed by ‘Artev Homes’, one of Turkey’s most respected builders who were voted Constructor of the Year in 2006.

Hill View Gardens resort is very friendly and not very large, being owned by private individuals its not overcrowded, in addition to your private Panoramic pool at the villa you also have the choice of several beautiful community pools ranging from the main pool, adjacent to the restaurant and bar which boasts a water slide and Jacuzzi to secluded pools and loungers tucked away in the grounds.

However, location is not everything and as usual we have pushed the boat out just a little bit further with the facilities we are able to offer in terms of interior specifications, such as Full Air Conditioning (optional) in ALL bedrooms AND living areas, plus TV with satellite reception, internet access and DVD player.

The lounge has a double sofa bed and can sleep 2 people should this be required.

Hill View Gardens Resort Facilities:
Fitness Centre with modern equipment
Sauna
8 beautiful outdoor communal swimming pools of various sizes
1 indoor air conditioned swimming pool (overlooking the resort)
Outdoor jacuzzi
Mini water park with two slides
Tennis courts
Tables tennis
Volley ball
Basket ball
Giant chess
Children's play area
Restaurant (next to the huge main communal pool) with rooftop bar and WiFi access
Plenty of communal sun loungers and parasols
On site supermarket
On site 24 hour reception
The restaurant caters for all needs ranging from breakfast, lunch, evening meal and snacks they will also cater for you to take away your meal. There is a rooftop bar which provides an ideal place to watch over the children in the large communal pool during the day or to watch the stunning sunsets over the Aegean Sea in the evening.

The on site mini-market provides all your daily requirements. There are large supermarkets a few miles away, providing a full range of products just like you would find in the UK.

You can book various excursions, boat trips, car hire etc at reception. Turkey is outside the EU community and does not have the Euro, so a great place to visit at the moment and is on average is 33% cheaper for everyday living, food, drink & entertainment.

Accommodation, Facilities and Services

Suitability:	Not suitable for infirm, No Smoking, No Pets
General:	Air conditioning, Central heating, Internet Access, Sports equipment, Hairdryer Air conditioning, internet access and heating can be arranged at extra cost.
Bedrooms:	3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6 1 Double/s with ensuite, 1 Double/s, 1 Twin/s
Bathrooms:	2 Bathroom/s 1 Bath/s, 2 Shower/s, 3 Toilets/s Separate guest WC
Lounge:	Seating for 5 people TV, Satellite/Cable TV, CD Player, DVD Player, Selection of Films
Dining Area:	Seating for 6 people , High chair High chair available upon request.
Kitchen/Utility:	Oven, Hob, Grill, Fridge, Freezer, Microwave, Kettle, Toaster, Dishwasher, Washing machine, Ironing board, Iron
Outdoors:	Swimming Pool, BBQ, Private garden, Shared garden, Balcony, Terrace, Sunloungers, Patio table, Patio chairs, Sunshade Outside bar, jacuzzi, gym, indoor swimming pool and tennis courts.
Access:	Car not essential, Secure parking Recommended
Services:	Linen provided, Towels provided

Price quoted in £ Sterling

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Rates

Period	Weekly	Weekend per night	Midweek per night	Minimum Stay
Peak, 1 July - 31 August	£725.00	£119.00	£119.00	7 Days
High, 1 September - 30 September	£575.00	£95.00	£95.00	5 Days
Mid, 1 October - 31 October	£450.00	£74.00	£74.00	5 Days
Low, 1 April - 30 April	£395.00	£65.00	£65.00	4 Days
Mid, 1 May - 31 May	£450.00	£74.00	£74.00	5 Days
High, 1 June - 30 June	£575.00	£95.00	£95.00	5 Days

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Deposit/Booking Notes: 25% deposit due upon booking. Full balance paid 8 weeks prior to departure

Location of holiday rental near Yalikavak, Turquoise Coast

Holiday Type:	Beach, Local Nightlife, Mountain, Historic/Sightseeing, Town/City, Family
Local Activities:	Swimming/Watersports, Walking, Golf, Fishing, Horse Riding, Cycling/Mountain Biking, Gym

Location description

The Turquoise Coast / Lycia Region
The Aegean Coast tempts tourists to Turkey with its long, beautiful beaches and forest hills. Ancient port towns such as Foça, Kusadasi and Bodrum have re-invented themselves as modern-day resorts with well-developed tourist infrastructures. But its popularity is nothing new; all the way back in the 2nd Century, Greek travel writer Pausanias wrote a glowing review of the Aegean Coast, praising its pleasant weather climate and splendid architecture.

The northern end of the coast is more popular with the locals than for foreigners, as the farther south you go the better the climate gets. There's plenty to see and lots of sunshine, and it’s easy to get to with regular bus routes from Istanbul and Ankara, and even a ferry from Venice during the summertime.

Yalikavak
Yalikavak, described as the St Tropez of Turkey, lies at the north-west corner of the Bodrum Peninsula, 17 km or 10 miles from Bodrum and used to be a fishing and sponge divers village. The permanent inhabitants of Yalikavak number around 6,800 people.

This fertile coastal region is ideal for sailing and all water sports and attracts many foreign yachts to the harbour that once sheltered mainly fishing boats. Yalikavak is renown for superb sunsets and its unspoilt shoreline and sparkling clean sea is one of the few remaining abodes of the endangered Monachus Monachus Mediterranean seals and therefore a protected area. In 2002 Yalikavak Bay was awarded the "Blue Flag" for its clean waters.

Yalikavak really spoils you for choice on where to eat and drink whether it be along the promenade looking out across the sea or right in amongst the little fishing harbour. Shops are plentiful where you are able to pick up those essentials or take a little time to find that perfect holiday gift. Whatever you are after Yalikavak is sure to have it in abundance.

Bodrum
Modern Bodrum is one of the most international of Turkey's summer towns and is renowned for bars, restaurants, clubs, designer shops, a vibrant atmosphere and Bohemian lifestyle. Bodrum has aspects that appeal to a broad range of people with many interests. Whether you want to just sun bath, go deep sea diving, sail, shop till you drop or go clubbing every night there is something for everyone.

The one sight which is seen for miles around is the stunning Castle of St Peter. This sits in the middle of the town and dates from the 15th century, it is home to the excellent Museum of Underwater Archaeology - a must see.

Market, Shops, Bars and Restaurants
There is an unbelievable huge indoor market which is home to the largest array of fresh products I have ever seen! Fruits and vegetables straight from the farms, spices and leather goods fill the senses. If your feeling nostalgic whilst on holiday, opposite the Marina near the Yacht Club you will even find a Marks and Spencer store!

The town's main street is lined with bars, English-style pubs and sports bars so you could even indulge in a good old-fashioned pub crawl. There are good Latin American-themed bars too, if you fancy a bit of a salsa. You will be spoilt for choice. If you fancy getting stuck into some Turkish food, try vine leaves stuffed with vegetables, roast meat kebabs and tasty kofte, meatballs of minced lamb seasoned with spices, served with rice and salad. Turkish pizza (pideci) is very tasty.

Along the front of the Marina you will find the fishermen selling their vast array of freshly caught sea food at give away prices - haggle with them, it is expected! Gumbet district 'smudges' into Bodrum and is filled with bars, nightclubs, shops and restaurants many open until the early hours.

Bodrum Nightlife
Bodrum is one of the top destinations in Turkey for night-life. When you have finished promenading around the Marina or going from bar to bar, there is still plenty to do. For some people it is the freedom to stay up all night that makes their holiday, here that is a matter of fact.

Nearby Gumbet is a fantastic option for a good disco and the partying often continues until dawn. The club with undoubtedly the biggest and noisiest reputation is Halikarnas, perched on the edge of the bay. You need never visit the same club twice even if staying for 14 nights.

Dolmus
The Dolmus (dolmush) is typically Turkish and can be found everywhere. These are mainly minibuses travelling relatively short distances. A dolmus usually waits and starts in the bus station until it is full and then leaves. You can board a dolmus anywhere on its route by signalling it to stop for you. Similarly you can get off at a convenient point anywhere along the route. The destination of the dolmus is posted in the windscreen. There are services to all places on the Bedroom peninsula. In summer the latest hour of departure of the minibuses or dolmus is 24.00. This kind of public transport is cheap and efficient and works very well all over Turkey.

Market day in Bodrum
Every Tuesday there is a cloth market and every Friday, there is a market with fruit and vegetables in Bodrum. Traders and farmers come to Bodrum to sell their produce. This ranges from all kinds of fruits and vegetables to imitation Rolex watches and items of clothing. It is well worth a visit and you should try to bargain before buying anything

National holidays
Official holidays are:
January 1st - New Year's Day
April 23rd - Children's Day
May 19th - Day of Youth and Sport
August 30th Victory Day.
October 29th Republic Day

Tipping
The service on bills is not specially indicated in hotels or restaurants, you should calculate 5 to 10%. In some of the existing travel guides the amount of 15% is recommended - (living here) this we found to high. Of course as for every service, tipping is expected and the salaries are very low in Turkey, so many people are dependent on this sort of extra income. In general - like everywhere all over the world: the right tipping can open doors - so it does in Turkey.

Drinking water
Water from the tap is mainly water for use, like for washing, you should not drink it. To have drinking water -we recommend the mineral water in those plastic bottles. This water has an outstandingly good quality all over Turkey.

Gumusluk
Gumusluk is a real must see during your trip to Turkey, it is one of the oldest settlements on the Bodrum Peninsula and stands on the ancient site of the Carian city of Myndos. Gumusluk is a protected gem due to its archaeological value and so remains a real taste of traditional Turkey.

From exploring the idyllic Rabbit Island to watching the fishing boats enter the harbour from your favourite beachside café to wining and dining the night away in one of the excellent local restaurants Gumusluk is sure to have it all for that relaxing holiday experience.

Turgutreis
Turgutreis has something for everyone with its 19 kilometres of dark sandy beaches, calm shallow sea, stylish new marina and wonderful array of restaurants and bars where you can sample that freshly-caught fish or cool down with your favourite ice-cold drink.

Turgutreis is a lively resort which is epitomised by its renowned Saturday Markets and friendly locals. At night-time you can watch the sun set from a host of waterfront eateries and dance your way through the evening at any one of the lively night spots.

Directions

On leaving airport take D330 to BODRUM.

After about 20 mins you pass a signpost saying BODRUM 10, just after this you come to a major crossroads with traffic lights with YALIKAVAK clearly signposted to the right.

Take this road to TORBA / YALIKAVAK (18KM).

Follow this road climbing steadily until you come to an island marking the entrance to YALIKAVAK.

Keep straight on into the town, don’t take any right hand forks along the way. Just past the ambulance station on the left you come to a brown sign for the windmill on the right.

Carry straight on at this junction passing the mosque on the right, following the coast road with the sea to your right.

You will pass BODRUM / YALIKAVAK MARINA on the right. (There is a taxi rank here in case your driver wants to liaise with the local taxi drivers for directions to HILL VIEW GARDENS HOLIDAY VILLAGE).

Keep straight on this road, passing several beachside restaurants and climbing the hill past the CIMENTEPE restaurant, past the YESILYURT MARKET on the left, down the hill past PASANDA BEACH VILLAS and the BLUEWATER BAY RESORT on the right.
Climbing up the hill you will see signs on a left for DOGA BILIM VILLAS.

Continue on for approximately a further mile passing a road side on the right for Yalikavak, just past this on the left is a sign for HILL VIEW GARDENS and GUMUSKAYA / MIMOZA / MIHALLESI, turn left here and follow the road up the hill. DO NOT TURN OFF THE ROAD EVEN THOUGH IT IS VERY WINDY. Continue to follow signs for HILL VIEW GARDENS and LOTUS RESTAURANT AND SUPERMARKET. You will arrive at the main gate security barrier and be asked your name and which property you are staying.

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