Hidden in a thicket of pine trees, this enchanting cottage is straight out of a children's storybook. Whether you're snuggling up in front of the fire roaring in the hearth, sipping a glass of wine on the terrace around the tree-stump table or floating in the freshwater pool as the day draws to a close, every second here will feel like you're living in a fairy tale. Marrying timber and stone, the cosy living room a step back in time. A chandelier made from an old wheel hangs above the small dining table, while the main bedroom upstairs features vaulted wooden ceilings and a beautiful balcony where you can relax with a well-thumbed book as the scent of rosemary, thyme and mint wafts through the air. The garden is utterly magical, with fruit trees and wild herbs lining the paths to the tucked away seating areas. The views are something special, too – they stretch across the canyon to where it meets the sea, creating the perfect backdrop for your getaway. This is a rural, unspoilt section of the Turkish Lycian Coast, just a short walk from the sleepy village of Bayir and a ten-minute drive from Delik and Ciftlik's sandy... beaches. And not only is Ayhan, the lovely owner, a qualified guide offering private tours around the Bozburun Peninsula, but he has a few treats in store – fresh eggs, horseback rides, maid service and meal delivery can all be arranged on request.
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What to expect
Highlights
Explore the unspoilt beauty of the Bozburun Peninsula – beaches, forests and hiking trails all within easy reach
Cuddle up in front of the hearth and fall in love with this rustic, storybook cottage
Float the day away in the enchanting freshwater pool
Arrange for a horseback ride through the village or a private tour led by the owner, Ayhan
Savour a homecooked Turkish meal and a glass of wine on the terrace
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Home truths
A cot and high chair can be arranged on request
The garden is a natural haven with drops and uneven ground – it hasn't been designed with children in mind, so they should be supervised at all times
Village life comes with many sounds – you'll hear the roosters cawing as well as the five daily calls from the mosque
This cottage is set across two floors, but there's a bedroom with two single beds on the ground floor for those with limited mobility
You'll need a car to reach the beach – there's parking on-site
Due to the rural location, the wifi may be a bit patchy at times
About this stay
Amenities
Wi-fi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Washing machine
Private pool
Garden
Balcony
Patio / terrace
Bedrooms & bathrooms
3 bedrooms, 5 beds
2 bathrooms
Extras
VIP services
Airport pick up
Arrange a chef
Baby sitting
Daily cleaning
Fridge fills
Laundry and dry cleaning
Massage
Restaurant reservations
Tickets and experience booking
Additional fees
Your host can arrange maid services for you here for an additional fee
Your host can deliver meals to you for an additional fee
Your host can help arrange a variety of extra services during your stay, including massages and beauty treatments, fresh eggs, wine tours, laundry and dry cleaning, fridge fills, restaurant reservations, horseback rides, airport transfers, and car hire
Additional fees subject to a 3.5% handling charge.
Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.
Local guide
About Turkey
Bridging Europe and Asia, Turkey is a heady mix of old spice trade routes, minaret-filled skylines, ruins that are officially ancient wonders, and a sparkling azure coast with long sweeps of sandy beach. The metropolitan city of Istanbul has one foot in Europe and the other in Asia, either side of the Bosphorus, and streets are filled with ancient mosques and wonders like the Hagia Sofia. Following the coast south,...
Get around
Bus stop
Selimiye İskelesi
2 hr 38 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
No pets
No parties or events
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 16:00
Departure before 10:00
Air con
Wifi
Cancellation policy
Up until
60
days
Cancel at least 60 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 60 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Oliver
This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Nearly twenty years ago, Oliver and his friend began curating the world's most unique and rustic getaways. Driven by their own unforgettable experience at a chateau, they have grown remarkably since then. Much like Plum, they believe in hand-picked luxury that doesn't break the bank.
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