Villa Mandalina Turkey

So you have worked hard all year and need some time to pamper yourself and deserve some indulgent treats. Villa Mandalina will do just that! It is absolutely stunning and a dream in its amazing central location in Kalkan. Sleeping 10 in 5 spectacular bedrooms, it is ideal for a large family or a group of friends. Every room and outdoor space has special qualities.  Kalkan oozes charm and appeal from its narrow cobbled streets, bougainvillaea filled courtyards, ancient whitewashed houses, trendy boutiques and rooftop restaurants. The harbour is brimming with colourful boats and traditional, charming gulets. The backdrop of the majestic Taurus Mountains adds to this gorgeous setting.  Villa Mandalina is contemporary, stunning, comfortable and luxurious. So much thought has been given to its design and décor. The lighting is amazing; the use of illuminating glass, exquisite furnishings and indulgent spa wellbeing is top-notch and so inviting. As soon as you arrive at this villa, you will not want to leave, though the fantastic aromas from the rooftop restaurants will beckon you! The terrace is fantastic with superb furnishings and such a breathtaking outlook. Villa Mandalina is one of the largest villas in the centre of Kalkan. The exquisite 4.5m x 10m infinity pool is surrounded by sun loungers, lounge furniture and a lovely, covered double swing seat. To the back of the terrace is a covered outdoor dining area and kitchen. You will have a wonderful alfresco dining experience here.  Inside, the open-plan lounge, dining and kitchen area is magnificent. It is so spacious with the biggest corner sofa ever. The kitchen is sleek and streamlined with a breakfast bar and excellent appliances.  There is something very special about each of the five bedrooms. All have immaculate, striking ensuite bathrooms. Most of these have glass walls so are, in part, open to the bedrooms. It gives you such a sense of being in your own private world. Most of the bedrooms also have access to a perfect, furnished balcony or terrace where you can appreciate the fantastic views. One of the bedrooms has a fabulous stand-alone bath in the room. So much luxury! You can enjoy a glass of champagne while lazing in soap suds and enjoying the views. It is simply amazing! The master bedroom is on the top floor and is sensational. It is open to the roof terrace with a fantastic jacuzzi, sun loungers and a table and chairs, such a treat! The full wall of glass illuminates the room. As if this isn’t enough, the villa boasts a sauna, steam room, Turkish bath, cinema room and a gym! In the centre of Kalkan, Villa Mandalina will be hard to beat!Kalkan has moved on a lot since it was a small harbour town with a handful of restaurants.  Set on a breathtaking Mediterranean bay, with the magnificent Taurus Mountains as a backdrop, Kalkan is now a thriving holiday destination for sun and food lovers. Many of the 350 restaurants have remarkable roof terraces with fabulous views and offer the most delicious cuisine. Other restaurants are tucked away in corners that need to be sought out or are by the harbour with waterside dining. Each offers its own unique charm, but all serve the most fantastic food. The mountain trout farm restaurants offer the freshest trout, delicious mezes, beautiful views and a welcome cool breeze.
Kalkan has an eclectic mix of Greek and old Kalkan architecture. The ancient whitewashed houses are so pretty and usually decked with bucket loads of colourful flowers. The Greek Orthodox Church by Kalkan’s harbour has been converted into a mosque and is the best example of Greek architecture in Kalkan. Beautiful, atmospheric boutiques line the narrow streets selling eye-catching jewellery, textiles, clothes, ‘designer’ handbags and football kits.
The narrow, winding streets lead down to the pretty harbour where you will see many traditional gulets bobbing around in the azure water. You can take ferries to the upmarket beach clubs along the coast. The gulets will take you to discover the coastline, islands and inlets. You can often feast on board and enjoy the water with snorkelling and swimming.
Patara Beach is lovely and never too busy. It is about 20 minutes away. Kaputas is about 10 minutes away, on the way to Kas. It is a very attractive, popular cove. The beach clubs have platforms with upmarket loungers, fantastic cocktails and great food. The service is excellent.
Kas is about 25 minutes away and an excellent day out. Kas is very pretty, again with fantastic restaurants. You can catch a boat over to the Greek island of Kastellorizo. Its harbour serves as the local pool with a fantastic backdrop.
Patara is a rewarding ancient site to visit. There is a huge theatre, recently restored parliament building and impressive Roman baths. The preserved ‘ghost village’ of Kayakoy consists of hundreds of deserted, Greek-style houses and churches. It was abandoned after the Turkish-Greek population exchange of 1923. The well-excavated Lycian site of Arycanda, high in the cedar forests, offers five terraces built into the mountainside. It is home to the largest bath complex in Lycia. At Excellence Luxury Villas we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in theconcierge request form or contact Excellence Luxury Villas Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
– Maid service/extra cleaning- Private chef/cook/catering- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge- Local day-trips or tours- Airport transfers- Babysitting/childcare services
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!