Saturday 24 January 2009

An introduction to Villas Yasemin

Villa Yasemin is one of a pair of identical villas. The other villa is kept primarily for the use of the owner but can be rented - ideal for couples / families on holiday together. The villas are separated by a large pool - 5.5m x 10.5m and 1,3 - 1.6m in depth. Each villa is divided into 2 apartments - first floor balcony and ground floor terrace - but they are constructed to allow for the houses to be rented as a whole if required. The spacious internal area of each apt (48sqm) includes a large open plan living / dining / kitchen area with fireplace. There is a large basement providing an additional bedroom, shower room / WC, laundry facilities, large fridge freezer and dishwasher. Fragrant jasmine,roses, honeysuckle, colourful shrubs, lemon, orange trees and banana palms create an attractive walled garden.

The village with its pedestrianised walkways, shops and restaurants, many of which are by the water's edge, is a leisurely 15 min stroll away. There are three major banks with exchange facilities, several well stocked mini markets, and an excellent Sunday market with clothes, household items and all kinds of fresh local produce.

Quiet by day, the village comes alive in the evening when boats moor up for the night. You can sit and enjoy a quiet drink watching the sun go down over the mountains, and dine in one of the many waterside restaurants. Turkish cuisine is varied and based on local fresh produce. The Turks are very proud of their kitchens and offer excellent quality food and hospitality.