Golfer's paradise!:
Golf in Turkey is relatively unknown to most British golfers. But there are currently 14 golf courses comprising 261 golf holes within 10 minutes of Villa Begonvil, and another two courses in construction. The courses are of a high standard, designed by stars of the sport such as Nick Faldo and Colin Montgomerie. The low season is generally midwinter (when the weather is usually perfect for golf, but it can rain) and summer (when it is very hot). September to November and March to May is the golf high season in Turkey.
Alll courses have driving ranges and practice facilities, and for many golfers Turkey is becoming a great alternative to the traditional golf venues of Spain and Portugal. Green fees vary between €40 and €100.
Ski and sunbathe on the same day!:
For winter guests, skiing is possible at Saklikent in the Bey mountain range, which rises steeply to 3000m behind Antalya. The slopes are ideal for beginners, offer magnificent sea and mountain views, and are just a two-hour drive from Villa Begonvil. A larger ski resort, Davraz, is a two hour and 15 min drive to the north of Belek and offers longer and more challenging runs. On a sunny day you can literally ski and then sunbathe on the beach on the same day!
Perfect climate:
The summers are dry and hot in southern Turkey (average max. 34C) and winters generally mild (15C in Jan/Feb), with rain a possibility. However, these are shade temperatures so bear in mind that it is a lot warmer than this in the sun - and the Antalya region gets plenty of sun, more than 300 days a year of it in fact!