Kalkan - Kas area Villa for Rent: Exceptional stylish private villa on the Kas Peninsula - Property 17792

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The Curkurbag Yarimada (Peninsula): Lies to the west of Kas. It is about a 7 minute (3 km) drive into town. There is an hourly dolmus (public transport minibus). The Peninsula is almost an island, approached by a very narrow isthmus. It has the same characteristics as a small island, offering 360 degree views from numerous vantage points to Meis island and to the mountains on the mainland. It boasts many small rocky bays, most of which still cannot be reached from the land. A few small hotels offer a pleasant stop for refreshments on a walk around the perimeter road. The Peninsula has exclusive and mostly stylish houses which are separated by green areas. The land, being rocky and sloping steeply, is difficult for building but lends itself to interesting architectural designs and landscaping. There are restrictions on the height, spacing and usage of the properties. The Peninsula is home to some of the finest houses in Turkey and is one of the most desirable locations anywhere on the Turkish coastline.

History of Kas: A small ruined city in the mountains, 15km north of Kas, Phellus was founded around 6C BC, making it one of Lycia's most ancient cities. During the Hellenistic period the city experienced its greatest growth and its port, Antiphellus, was a major trade centre sitting on the road between Phaselis and the cities of western Lycian. With its rocky hinterland ill-suited for agriculture, the town relied on exporting timber from the highlands & extracting fish and sponges from the sea for its livelihood. Later the town, peopled until 1923 largely by Greeks, became known as Andifli. Its name changed to Kas when the Ottomans arrived. Although not a lot is left of its rich past there are some conspicuous reminders as you wander around the town. Just out of town, dating from the 6C BC and at the side of the road leading to the Peninsula there is a well preserved amphitheatre. A narrow path behind the theatre leads to rock tombs lost among the olive trees, the best preserved is the Doric tomb.

History of Kas (continued): Evident in various locations around the town are a few remains of the defence walls that once surrounded the city, ancient cisterns and other Lycian rock tombs. The Monument Tomb at the top of Üzun Carsi is the most impressive; a tall edifice with a Gothic lid and bosses carved in the shape of four lion’s heads sitting on a solid base inscribed with an indecipherable Lycian inscription. Nearby, steps lead up to a group of Lycian tombs cut into the cliff high above the town, which are illuminated during the summer months. Other tombs will be found built into houses, restaurants and scattered around the olive groves where the busy Friday market takes place. The area has many historical sites. To name the ones within fairly easy reach: Phellos, Patara, Xanthos, Kayaköy, Gemile, Kadyanda, Pinara, Letoon, Tlos, Myra, Demre, Kevova/Simena, Arycanda, Olympos, Cirali/Chimaera. Further for Phaselis, Aspendos, Perge and Thermassos.

Guest Book: Awesome villa! Truly beautiful setting. Tranquil, relaxing and quiet. Carol & Colin have thought of everything and some more! This is the finest villa we have ever stayed in. One of our best breaks ever. Mark Lawton 31/10/05 Exquisite! The villa, the views, the people - so very good. Colin gave us some tips about the local cuisine and we were never disappointed. We recommend a boat trip. We hired a boat for the day with a skipper which proved to be the highlight of our hols. Mehmet the gardener is our favourite and we were privileged to have tea at his home with his family following the birth of his first child, Ali. Finally - look out for the turtles in the bay below - they're amazing. We will be back! Jayne & Jonathon Maisey plus teenage family 29/08/05 Beautiful villa, exquisite views, wonderfully equipped, splendid setting. Can't wait to come back again. Missing the pool already. Kas is great - a really fun place. Tina James 01/08/05 See our website for more comments.

Other Activities: sea kayaking, paracending, jeep safaris, gulet charter, canyoning, Turkish bath

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