The Kalkan Area:
Largely untouched by mass development, this picturesque resort lies in a lovely bay and is a charming fusion of higgledy-piggledy old town, modern hotels and white-painted houses gathered around a pretty harbour.
Kalkan is well known for its wonderful and varied selection of restaurants, from the fine cuisine combined with great views to be found at Aubergine, to the restaurants higher up in the village serving traditional local dishes at very reasonable prices.
Kalkan is ideally located for excursions to sites such as Xanthos, Patara, Myra and Tlos, while from the harbour you can also hire a gulet to explore the beautiful coast.
A bus or hire car will get you to Kaputas and Patara, the two breathtaking sandy beaches close by.
When to visit:
Early spring is a beautiful time to visit Kalkan for a relaxing peaceful holiday away from the crowds, mid March and April being the best months to explore the Lycian cost to see the abundance of historical and archaeological sites ,catch up on your reading or simply relax and watch the world go by.
The villa is shaded from the sun and is fronted by mature gardens so keeps cool in peak season heat for those who want to choose the height of the season.
Many people say that September is the best month of the year to visit, offering relief from the constant intense heat of July and August, but still warm enough to relax in bathing suits.
October tends to bring cooler weather, but is still very pleasant, typically in the low 20s centigrade, and still good enough for eating out in the evenings.
Insurance:
Please note that, as with the majority of private villa rentals in Turkey, insurance is not included - all renters are advised to take out their own adequate travel insurance for the duration of their stay.