Wonderful villa, Wonderful hosts!

We just got back, last week, from our incredible two weeks vacation in the beautiful town of Kas. The Kibele villa was our corner of relaxation, perfectly located on the Cukurbag peninsula just a few minutes by car from Kas, and overlooking the beautiful blue sea.

First I have to thank our wonderful hosts Guler and Nuri who were very welcoming and thoughtful and have surprised us through all our stay with homemade goodies or fruits and even with presents and an amazingly delicious birthday cake for two of our friends who celebrated their birthdays during our stay in Turkey. Nevertheless thanks to Ercan and his wife, who were very helpful and attentive with us, and always took care of the villa, the pool and the beautiful garden.

Our group was quite big, 10 adults and one child but the villa was just perfect for all of us, even the pool was big enough and we could all swim and had a lot of fun.
The villa itself was absolutely incredible; each room is decorated on its own style, very tasteful without losing any detail, very clean and endowed with everything you need. The same goes for the living rooms and kitchens; everything is perfectly placed while keeping its practicality.

About Kas all I can say is that the town is simply lovely especially in the evening with nice shops, good dining places and bars with good music and very friendly people.
As far as sightseeing, I really recommend for those who like adventure to try the beautiful gauge of Saklikent, it’s really a perfect cooling place during the hot days of summer. Also try the daily boat trips they are incredible, and give you the chance to swim in fantastic places.

The whole place, the villa, the garden, the pool, the town, is just a peaceful, quiet, and picturesque scenery. Even though we spent two weeks there, it seemed like it was just a few days. However get ready to be captured by the beauty and relaxation offered by the Kibelle goddess, we know we were.

Thank you again Guler and Nuri, and hope to see you again, we have enjoyed Turkey, it is simply a beautiful and friendly country.

Nuri and Guler's villa far exceeded our expectations for a place to hold a family get together of 14 persons, which included 8 children.

Every room is super clean, and tastefully decorated but casual enough for families. The kitchen is supplied with everything you need in case you want to cook. The villa had more than ample space for everyone to either swim, sleep, soak in the sun, read, play board games, watch tv, or sit out on one of two terraces to admire the Mediterranean and talk.

The pool was large enough to keep the kids busy for hours every day, and it allowed the adults precious time to visit and relax.

Nuri and Guler were exceptional and thoughtful hosts. Guler surprised us with homemade goodies and turkish coffee. Nuri gave of his time to show us around Kas and the local favorite beaches.
Ercan and his wife were so helpful and attentive if we had immediate needs or questions.

The villa is located on a peninsula which adds to the magic of being in this area. It is quiet, peaceful, and picturesque but the town of Kas is only a 5-minute drive. If you like to run or walk, the villa is located on a pedestrian-friendly road that loops the peninusula. If you don't have a car, there is a shuttle bus that is available.

As far as swimming options, water access is a 5-minute walk down from the villa. Kid-friendly beaches are either a 5 minute drive (located on the peninsula) or a 30-minute drive from Kas (but well worth it!).

Regarding sight-seeing and adventure activities, we stayed 6 days and were able to see and do so much within a reasonable drive from Kas, and that is with 8 kids in tow!

The villa was such a treat for us that we actually stayed "home" a few of the days because it was too nice to leave. Thank you Nuri and Guler, and Ercan for making this an unforgettable family gathering!

This is the most perfect place for a relaxing holiday. We didn't want to leave. We even had to push ourselves to go sightseeing during our two week holiday because the house was just perfect.

The house has been decorated throughout with an unerring feel for design and comfort while losing nothing of its practicality. Everything is there, from the barbeque at the back to the treasure in the treasure box. One night, while sitting on one of the two terraces, I thought that candlelight would be wonderful, I turned around and there it was - a lantern complete with candle. That's the sort of place it is - decorated with love and attention to detail.

The same goes for the garden. I want one just like it. Even part of it would make me very happy.

The pool is a great size and the view incredible.

The staff (Ercan and wife) are wonderful and non-intrusive - rather like having a pair of magic hands around the place. Fresh bread is delivered every morning and the water cooler is topped up as needed.

And of course our hosts were just incredible. Guler is a fabulous cook and we thank you for the wonderful cake and breakfasts. If you are lucky, Nuri may even tell your fortune with his turkish coffee.

Finally I have to say something about the area. The town of Kas is lovely in the evening with good shopping and dining. In the surrounding areas there are interesting archeological sites (but very hot in July) to explore. If the 5 minute walk up from the beach is too steep, there is a pebble beach 5 minutes away by car and a sand beach half an hour away.

On Fridays, there is a wonderful market in Kas - a great place to buy souvenirs and to stock up on food. I highly recommend the Gösleme (savory pancakes) with potato and onion there. Make sure you get there early to get the best prices. (If you are lucky enough to make the first deal of the day - you can haggle a better price. A successful first deal brings good luck to the seller for the rest of the day).

But probably like me, you'll just want to stay in the Villa and enjoy the luxury of being spoilt rotten in paradise.

Thank you Nuri and Guler - and Katy found her necklace :-)

Guler & Nuri are wonderful hosts at their beautiful Villa which is decorated in Turkish style with everything carefully thought out. The description of the Villa is if anything understated.and we would have absolutely no hesitation in recommending the Villa.
We had 10 relaxing and quiet days, this being our third visit to Kas/Kalkan.
The Villa was imaculately clean and was kept that way with the delightful staff who are resident on the property.
We LOVE the people in Kas, we ate out a few times and had some excellent and good value meals, particularly at Bahce Restaurant. And a day out in the gulet Flora is always a highlight.
Our final two surprises at the Villa were an invitation to join Guler & Nuri for dinner the night before C's birthday- Guler is a fantastic cook and makes a divine birthday cake, and to be shown around the 'honeymoon suite'
You won't need to speak in Turkish, both have very good English.
Would we go back? We really didn't want to leave.

Dear Nuri and Guler
We have arrived home safely after an easy journey. We enjoyed our quick visit to Kalkan on the way to the airport. The timing was perfect, thanks for arranging it.

We all very much enjoyed our visit to Turkey and your generous hospitality in your beautiful villa and garden. We liked having the sea to walk to, as well as the pool to cool off in, and we particularly liked the peace and quiet of the area, especially the children who live in the busy, noisy city of London.
We had a nice barbeque which we purchased from your butcher in Kas and it was well cooked by Ercan, with the salad from Sevda! Very nice for us all.
Thank you also for our final breakfast in your house. We were very happy to eat Turkish food after a nice swim in the sea.
The sun is shining in our garden and we are well rested after our excellent holiday. We are glad we have found our nice family in Turkey. We want to come to Istanbul with the children in October, so we will contact you when we have made plans.
See you in England when you have free time!

Although there were good and strong recommandetions from friends, I wasn't expecting that much but, when we arrived I figured out that all was true. What can I say, everything is beyond your expectations. Calm, Quiet, comfortable, lovely, friendly. Every house and room is designed to meet your nees and comfort.
It's time to upgrade your dreams. I'm looking for the next holiday, I wish I could see that place once again. If you want to upgrade your dreams this place is a master piece.