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Luxury Villa Rentals in Bodrum
Villas with private pools on a peninsula of crusader stone, quiet coves and long Aegean evenings
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A crusader castle, a sailing town and a coastline of bays
Bodrum began as Halicarnassus, the birthplace of Herodotus and home of the Mausoleum, one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world. The Knights Hospitaller later used its fallen marble to build the Castle of St Peter, which still stands guard over the harbour. Around that core, the town spreads out in whitewashed houses and bougainvillea, and the peninsula beyond is a run of bays, each with its own character.
Our Bodrum collection runs to 42 villas, from easy two-bedroom houses for couples to larger family villas with room for a gathering, most of them with private pools. Some sit on the hillsides around Yalıkavak, others in quieter corners of the peninsula with views out to the Greek islands.
Here is how the peninsula divides up, and when it is at its best.
Bodrum at a glance
- Villas
- 42 on the Bodrum peninsula, with up to 10 bedrooms
- Guide prices
- Typically £1,700 to £3,700 a week, from around £1,500
- Best areas
- Bodrum town, Yalıkavak and the north coast, Gümüşlük in the west
- Highlights
- Bodrum Castle and its Museum of Underwater Archaeology, the Mausoleum site and Gümüşlük's waterfront
- Airport
- Milas-Bodrum, around 45 minutes from Bodrum town and an hour from Yalıkavak
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Villa numbers and guide prices are updated daily from our live collection.
Villa Aden Turkey6 bedrooms
Villa Marin Hill Turkey8 bedrooms
Villa Pasha Turkey5 bedrooms
Rent Villa Ajnur Turkey6 bedroomsWhere to stay in Bodrum
Bodrum town for the castle, the harbour and an evening stroll, Yalıkavak and the north coast for the marina and beach clubs, and Gümüşlük in the west for fish suppers and sunsets.
Knights, a lost Wonder and a twin harbour
The Castle of St Peter was begun by the Knights Hospitaller in the early fifteenth century, and each of its towers reflects the nation of the knights who built it. Inside is the Museum of Underwater Archaeology, which displays finds from Aegean shipwrecks reaching back to the Bronze Age, and it is reason enough for a morning in town.
A short walk inland brings you to the site of the Mausoleum. Little survives, since so much of it went into the castle walls, but standing there is quietly moving. The ancient theatre looks down over the bay, and by evening the waterfront fills with diners and the masts of moored gulets.
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Superyachts, beach clubs and quieter coves
Yalıkavak was a sponge-diving village before it became a sailing town. These days its marina is among the smartest in the Aegean, lined with restaurants and boutiques, and the old windmills still stand on the ridge above.
Further east, Göltürkbükü is where Istanbul society spends its summer, with wooden jetties and beach clubs along the bay. Gündoğan, next door, is calmer, the sort of place for a long swim and lunch. The north coast catches the summer breeze, which keeps hot afternoons bearable.
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A sunken city and supper at the water's edge
Gümüşlük stands on the site of ancient Myndos, and protected status has kept the village low-rise and unhurried. Fish restaurants line the bay with tables almost in the sea, and you choose your supper from the morning's catch. Expect meze, grilled fish and a cold glass of rakı while the sun goes down.
Across a shallow channel lies Rabbit Island, and you can wade out to it over an old stone path, with the remains of Myndos visible beneath the water on the way.
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Blue cruises, meze and a long golden autumn
Bodrum has long been known for its boatyards, and the broad wooden gulet is its signature craft. A day aboard, anchoring in coves the roads never reach, is the best way to see the coast. Each October, usually in the third week, the Bodrum Cup regatta races gulets and classic yachts under full sail.
The season runs from May to October. June and September bring warm seas without the August crowds, and October is often lovely. Our concierge can arrange gulet days, tables in Gümüşlük and Göltürkbükü, a private chef and airport transfers.
Ask our conciergeFeatured villas in Bodrum
Private Villa Rental in Tilki Bay | 7-Bedroom Villa in Yalıkavak7 bedrooms · sleeps 14From £3,198 a week
Villa Isilti Sultanahmet Turkey: 4-Bedroom Villa with Private Pool – Cukurbuk Mevkii Bodrum Turkey4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £3,016 a week
Villa Hattis Turkey4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £2,408 a week
Villa Doluca Turkey4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £2,016 a week
Villa Sarafin Turkey4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £2,016 a week
Villa Cankaya Turkey4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £2,016 a week
Villa Kav Turkey4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £2,016 a week
Villa Senfoni Turkey4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £2,007 a weekWhy book your Bodrum villa with Excellence Luxury Villas
The right house, not the nearest one
The Bodrum peninsula is a string of very different bays, from yacht-filled Yalıkavak to sleepy Gümüşlük, and we know which villas suit those who want nightlife and which suit those who want peace. With 42 properties in Bodrum, we can usually find the house that suits you rather than the one that happens to be free. Search by size, pool, location and price, or tell us what you have in mind and we will put together a shortlist.
Book direct
You book with us directly, with no booking fees. Questions about access, parking, pool heating or how far it really is to the nearest beach go to people who can find out the answer.
A concierge who knows the territory
Gulet days and blue cruises, tables at Gümüşlük's fish restaurants and Göltürkbükü's beach clubs, a private chef, ferry tickets to Kos, car hire and transfers from Milas-Bodrum airport. Our concierge team arranges all of it, leaving you free to decide which terrace to sit on.
A house for every kind of party
Couples, families with small children, three generations together or a crowd of friends celebrating a birthday: we match the house to the group, down to the number of bathrooms and whether the pool is fenced.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the best place to stay in Bodrum?
Bodrum town suits those who want the castle, the harbour and restaurants within reach. Yalıkavak and the north coast are the most fashionable, with the marina and beach clubs, while Gümüşlük in the west is quieter and known for its fish restaurants.
When is the best time to visit Bodrum?
May to October is the main season. June and September have warm seas and fewer people than July and August, and October is often mild enough to swim, with the Bodrum Cup regatta usually held in the third week.
Can you visit the Greek islands from Bodrum?
Yes. Ferries cross from Bodrum to Kos, a short trip that makes for an easy day out, and a gulet day can take in the coves of the peninsula. Remember to bring your passport for the crossing.
Can you arrange a private chef at a villa in Bodrum?
Yes. Our concierge can arrange a private chef for a single dinner or your whole stay, along with cookery lessons, guided visits, transfers and restaurant reservations.
How much does a luxury villa in Bodrum cost?
Across our 42 villas in Bodrum, weekly rates typically range from £1,700 to £3,700, with the most affordable from around £1,500 a week and the largest estates well above. Prices depend on the size of the property, its location and the season, with July and August the most expensive. These are guide prices based on current listings; each property page shows its own rates for your dates.
How do I get to Bodrum from the UK?
Fly to Milas-Bodrum airport. Bodrum town is around 36 kilometres away, roughly a 45-minute drive, and Yalıkavak and Gümüşlük are around an hour. Our concierge can arrange private transfers.
Are there villas in Bodrum for large groups?
Yes. Our Bodrum collection includes properties with up to 10 bedrooms. Tell us the size of your party and the occasion, and we will send a shortlist that suits it.
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