Villa Banu: Great Spot
Review Submitted: November 9, 2011
Date of Stay: August 2011
My family and I have visited Villa Banu on four separate summers for 2-3 weeks each time. Our opinion of the villa, landlord, and location is evidenced by the number of times we have returned. The Villas are nicely kept, spacious, clean and the grounds beautiful. The owner is very attentive and helpful in taking care of the needs of his guests. A full kitchen and outdoor grill allow us to prepare our own food drawing on the wonderful local produce, fruits, and meats. A full grocery store is within a 5 minute drive from the villa. We enjoy our dinner on the balcony as the sun sets over the Aegean Sea. The villa’s location is slightly outside the main town and the other vacationers in the area are mostly nationals so it has a family vacation feel rather than a tourist feel. Being on the periphery also allows for cycling, walking, and jogging on quiet roads. But, if you want a touristy flavor, it is only an easy 10-15 minute drive to Ilica, Alacati, and Cesme. Shopping, windsurfing, eating out, visiting the ancient ruins of Ephesus or walking the busy streets of Izmir are all easily accomplished from the villa’s location. For us Villa Banu is a perfect combination which offers quiet leisure time lounging at the villa, sporting activities, and traditional tourist activities all according to our timetable from our home away from home on the Aegean. It really is a great spot for a vacation.
Recommended for:
Age 55+,
Girls Getaway,
Sightseeing,
Families with Teenagers,
Families with Young Children,
Romantic Getaway
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