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Make your holiday home in Turkey stand out from the crowd

Attracting more than 30 million tourists per year to the warm shores and sandy beaches, Turkey is always going to be a summer escape dream destination. This, also attracts a range of holiday home buyers and investors seeking to take advantage of the crowd and rent their property out during peak summer months for a high yearly rental income - better than most European neighbours. So, how do you go about selecting and finding a holiday home? What makes a villa or apartment suitable for those vacationers? In this blog we bring you a total guide to buying, knowing the area, marketing, and finding the best spot to maximise your potential returns to make your second home stand out from the rest.

bodrum , fethiye , how to find the right property , kalkan yalikavak
2014-August-07

Welcome to Mediterranean Turkey AKA the Beautiful Turquoise Coast

Mediterranean Turkey, known as the Turkish Riviera or the Turquoise Coast is one of the most popular areas in Turkey for tourists and expats looking to move to sunny settings to enjoy the impressive range of sandy beaches, modern towns, traditional villages, and historical ruins that you will find in this part of the world. From the busy city of Antalya, to the hill-steeped Kalkan, Mediterranean Turkey is simply the place to be.

antalya , fethiye , kalkan tourism in turkey
2015-March-23

Kalkan for holiday home and investment

The Turkish district of Kalkan is perfect for buyers who want a holiday home and property investment. Just over 90-minutes from Dalaman International airport (being the nearest), Kalkan, or Kalamaki as Ottoman Greek settlers called the village 200 years ago, is Mediterranean Turkey's best-kept secret.

buy to let , holiday home , investment property , kalkan rental income
2014-February-25

7 most romantic spots in Turkey

If you’re seeking to rekindle the flames, celebrate an anniversary or spark up a new romance, pack your bags and head for one of Turkey’s many romantic locations. Whether it’s strolling hand in hand by the sea, exploring isolated ruins or dining under the stars, our list of alluring and atmospheric places in Turkey fits any romantic occasion.

kalkan , fethiye tourism in turkey
2015-September-09

7 reasons why Kalkan is the ultimate Mediterranean getaway

Known as Turkey's most elegant town, Kalkan is fast becoming the go-to place for high luxury living, in this blog, we tell you exactly why that is. With superb sea views, an exclusive and private lifestyle, coupled with the high rental income potential for those who own real estate in Kalkan - it is easy to see why people love this Turkish getaway.

kalkan life in turkey
2013-August-16

Five reasons Kalkan is Turkey’s most sophisticated town

Property Turkey blogs about some of the best reasons why people decide to purchase a new home in Kalkan. Whether it be investment, retirement, or lifestyle buying - this idyllic part of Turkey really has it all, and more. Kalkan is a world away from the noise and bustle, where old-world-meets-luxury atmosphere in a league of its own.

kalkan rental property in turkey
2013-July-11

Kalkan Information: Complete Area Guide and Resort Info

Kalkan is an enchanting place. Rising from a quaint fishing town, and trading port to an elite sector of Turkey’s real estate and tourism industries, it stands in a league of its own. While other Turkish coastal resorts garnered fame because of their colossal size and round-the-clock atmosphere, Kalkan established a more low-key identity. These days, it’s small size and exclusive, discreet reputation makes it a desirable place for holidays and permanent year-round living.

kalkan life in turkey
2018-August-28

Why foreign Expats like Living in Kalkan Turkey

Kalkan on the Mediterranean coast of Turkey is one of the lesser talked about destinations in the country, yet, it has a hard-core fan base of repeat holidaymakers and expats, who either live there permanently or for half of the year. Even the locals speak English with clear intent and confident knowledge of it as a second language. Find out why foreign expats love living in Kalkan in this blog.

kalkan life in turkey
2017-June-26

The best family Day Trips to take from Kalkan

Upmarket Kalkan on the Mediterranean coast of Turkey has the distinct advantage of being close to many of the best tourist attractions and sites in the whole of the country. Holidaymakers and expats enjoy the best of both worlds, the wealth of day trips from Kalkan entertains everyone from the younger, more dynamic generations to the older, slow-paced adults.

kalkan tourism in turkey
2017-June-24

Travel Guide for Kalkan in Mediterranean Turkey

The Mediterranean coast of Turkey has everything you can imagine and much more. The ideal weather climate and a comfortable lifestyle all blend together to provide an atmosphere welcoming everyone, young or old. Such is the lure, it is a major holiday destination for many nationalities including Brits, Russians and East Europeans. They visit many of the popular coastal holiday resorts of which one is prestigious Kalkan, belonging to the Antalya province.

kalkan life in turkey
2017-June-19

Buy-to-let in Turkey: get the lowdown on buying a Turkish rental property

Property investment in Turkey is up by 70% since 2013, a testament to the country's strong economy and the relaxing of property-buying laws. With the rise in investment there's been a corresponding uptick in the number of buy-to-let investors, keen to capitalise on the country's, dynamic young population of renters and the steadily rising tourist numbers.

investment , antalya , istanbul , fethiye , bodrum , kalkan , how to find the right property invest in Turkey
2016-November-03

7 Helpful Reasons to Buy Property in Kalkan

Gorgeous Kalkan on the Mediterranean coast of Turkey maintains a discreet reputation on the international travel and property scenes. Often overlooked by the neighbouring, characteristic town of Kas, many tourists also flock to the nearby hubs of Fethiye or Antalya instead. Kalkan remains one of the country’s best-kept secrets, and anyone looking for an abundant lifestyle devoid of hustle and bustle, would fare well to look more into the resort - find out why you should buy a property in Kalkan.

kalkan , real estate investment life in turkey
2017-January-24

Patara: the shifting sands of an ancient Lycian civilisation

Beautiful Patara is much more than the eighteen kilometre expanse of sand that attracts thousands of visitors each year. It was also home to an ancient Lycian civilisation - one of the most important centres in the ancient world. Explore the white sands and the ruins of Patara, just a short drive from neighbouring Kalkan or Kas.

beaches in turkey , Turkish history , kas kalkan
2016-August-16

Should I Buy a Holiday Home in Turkey?

If you are wondering if you should buy a holiday home in Turkey, you have already been introduced to the country's delights. Turkey is a top tourism destination; every year, millions of people arrive from European countries and other countries like Asia, America and more. They come to explore historical sites, lay on sandy beaches, and make friends with Turks in attractive destinations scattered from East to West.

bodrum , fethiye , kalkan , luxury living
2016-March-17

Kalkan and Gocek: Upmarket Riviera Living

Much unlike its counterpart in France, the Turkish Riviera is a blend of budget and luxurious lifestyles. Places like Kalkan and Gocek offer some of the most spectacular scenery and lifestyle for those looking for a taste of Turkish charm. This blog takes a look at upmarket living in Kalkan and Gocek and why you need to add these two destinations to your list of places to visit in Turkey.

kalkan , gocek luxury living
2016-February-23

10 reasons we LOVE Kalkan

Kalkan is one of those lovely Turkish towns that you just can't help falling in love with. With its slow pace of life, beautiful old town and wealth of holiday-heavy attractions (beach, great restaurants, upmarket hotels) it's hardly surprising this small Mediterranean spot has such a following. We reveal the things we love about Kalkan - the things that keep people returning year after year after year.

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2016-February-04

Why villas in Kalkan are the ideal buy-to-lets

If you look around the world real estate markets, there is a significant downwards trend throughout Europe and beyond. One country that has remained largely unaffected by it all, is Turkey, and specifically - beautiful Kalkan. Many overseas purchasers are looking towards Kalkan for the sweeping sea views, spectacular surroundings, and mesmerising charm of the region. One other attraction of Kalkan? High rental dividends for those looking to buy from an investment perspective. We take a look at why Kalkan is the ideal buy-to-let destination for those seeking a sunny second home abroad along the Mediterranean.

how to find the right property , kalkan , real estate investment investment
2014-September-13

Splendid luxury villas in Kalkan with breathtaking sea view

From the quaint cobbled streets, to the beautiful whitewashed houses covered with bougainvillea, to the sweeping sea views and alluring surroundings voted as one of the worlds top 10 views - it is evident that there is just something about Kalkan that captures the imagination as soon as you step foot in the region leading to many holidayer's turning into full time expats purchasing a second home in Kalkan to become part of the regions history and charm. The unique attraction of Kalkan is that houses are built on the hillside, meaning that everyone property offers incredible views - and here we showcase five of the very best of them.

how to find the right property , kalkan , luxury living , real estate investment investment
2014-August-28

Get Active in Kalkan: Attractions and Things to do for Families, Couples, and Solo Travellers

We want you to get active in Kalkan. Whether you are a family, solo traveller, or even someone living in the region, there are plenty of things to do here. Located along the Mediterranean coast of Turkey, Kalkan is one of the most charming and authentic regions you can find, an upscale and exclusive resort admired by many a foreign tourist and travelled my many more, Kalkan is idyllic in every sense of the word offers so much to keep you busy and entertained. From the scenic views, to the friendly and positive bustling atmosphere, you just can't help but fall in love with Kalkan every time you visit, and in this blog we give you our best things to do once you are here.

kalkan tourism in turkey
2014-June-17

Funky Villa in Kalkan to suit Ekbergs 35 metre motor-yacht

After being ready to almost give up on their dream property search, Marta and Emil Ekberg struck gold with Property Turkey on an inspection trip to Kalkan. The Swedish couple are now happily living in Turkey and provide us with an interesting insight into their life in Turkey and sailing ambitions.

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2013-June-19