Kalkanview - Reviews

Reviewed in the Sunday Mirror, Homes and Holiday Magazine, January 8th 2006 Kalkan was given a top rate review with special mention of our very own Kalkanview apartment. Below are just some of the wonderful snippets from the review.

"Star attraction…the beaches are a golden wonder."

"It seems the Turks and a few sneaky holiday makers have been keeping Kalkan a secret for many years!"

“We never tired of the panoramic view from our apartment (kalkanview). In the evening it was wonderful to sit on the terrace with a glass of wine or raki to watch the sun setting over the twinkling lights and the boats in the harbour.”
Jim Selby, Journalist Sunday Mirror

Reviews:

We are always so pleased to hear how much you enjoyed your holiday. Below are just some of the comments left by previous Kalkanview guests.

I can't tell you how much we enjoyed our holiday - it was without doubt the best holiday we've ever had and we were very sad to leave! We loved the apartment and the pool and the terrace and never once tired of the beautiful view of the Bay. The town is fantastic and we loved the restaurants! We especially liked Gironda, the Olive Garden and Ozalp. We made friends with several people and especially Jemil who takes the boat from Palm Beach to the Harbour. He even joined us for a few beers and we watched a Turkish football match on TV with him!

We are all very relaxed, very brown and very happy! And we are planning on coming back to Kalkan - probably in two years time.
Thank you very much.
Gillian, Martyn, Lowri and Joe Bristow
July 2006

We had the most lovely week. The apartment was just great - amazing views, peaceful and most of all - a great location.

We just loved Kalkan and met some great people who showed us around and shared their local area with us. Particular highlights were the private boat trip we had for the day with one of the local guys, and a trip with a local taxi driver up into the mountains to a spectacular restaurant overlooking a trout farm, followed by Xanthos etc. etc. Was amazing. We spent almost every morning at Palm Beach Club - its like a 5 star hotel - gorgeous decking where you can dive into the Med and swim in the clear blue sea, get picked up for a water skiing lesson or a small boat into Kalkan and then relax on the sun chairs until you have to dip again in the sea. Thanks again, we really enjoyed our stay, we will highly recommend the apartment to friends.
Best Regards
Trudy Schmidt
June 2006

Just to say how much we enjoyed our holiday in Kalkanview, just perfect.

The apartment was far better equipped than we imagined and we were more than comfortable throughout our stay. We didn't do a great deal of cooking but if we had decided to lay on a feast for the neighbours, there was more than enough cutlery, crockery and utensils to cover everything. The apartment was really easy to keep tidy, but Umit seemed to ghost through when we weren't looking and everything returned to pristine as if by magic. And the pool was always Dallas style immaculate.

Thanks again I would definitely recommend it to anyone.
Andrew Bucknall

August 2006

The apartment was lovely, spacious, clean and with everything we could possibly need. Umit and Omer are indeed treasures who looked after us very well. We enjoyed hot sun, blue skies and lovely sunsets. We met up with friends and went with them into the mountains and saw some simple villages and tombs cut into the rocks. We had lunch at a trout farm and a leisurely drive back To Kalkan. We thought Kalkan itself very charming and the locals really friendly. We ate very well in the restaurants, Ibo and the Olive Garden being our favourites. We went to the market at Kalkan and then went to Kas the following day only to find another market! We hope to return next year, hopefully in May until then we have some great photos to remind us of our lst time in Kalkan.
Best Wishes
Chris and Allan Groombridge
October 2007

Just wanted to say we had a lovely week in Kalkan. Your apartment was fantastic providing everything we needed and more. Kalkan was lovely with some of the best resort restaurants I've ever been to and the walk to/from the village helped us to work up our appetite and work off the fantastic meal!
Rob Hussey
July 2007

Your apartment is even better than the photo's on your website, truly luxurious. The resort of Kalkan was perfect for our holiday needs, a pleasant walk into town and a cheap taxi ride home! It was the only holiday we've been on where we didn't want to come home, we couldn't fault anything. We will definitely be back for two weeks next time.
Wendy, Sean, Samantha and Daniel Woods
August 2006

Thank you for a really wonderful week in your great

apartment. We all had a fabulous time there, it was the best equipped apartment I have ever stayed in and everything worked perfectly. Having breakfast and BBQ's on the terrace with a great view of the bay made it something special. I hope to return again soon for another fantastic holiday at your place.
Len Sheen
July 2007

Words do not do justice of this fantastic apartment, we loved every minute of our stay , the furnishings, the views - just breathtaking, thank you so much and we will definitely be back.

Linda and John Maughan
July 2006

What a wonderful time we had from the arrival at Dalaman, the transfers, the apartment and the location were first class. We have spent a lot of time relaxing and enjoying the apartment and the views! We visited Patara Beach which was amazing and ate in some wonderful places, our favourite being the Alternatif. We would love to return and would consider doing the 2 weeks next year.

Chris, Phil and Charlotte Blythe

May 2008

We had the most wonderful time and absolutely loved it! Just everything was fantastic, thank you, and arriving at such a beautiful location just wiped away any tiredness we felt after travelling. We met some lovely people and ate some delicious food. Again, thank you for the loan of your beautiful apartment - I don't know how you can bear to be away! We certainly would love to go back sometime - hopefully sooner rather than later!

Stephen, Chris, Steve and Gail

June 2008

We enjoyed our stay in your apartment very, very much.

Our daughters Lola and Emma, myself and my husband were full of enthusiasm about the rooms, the things inside, the lovely view, the pool, everything! We loved to live in your apartment for the week, so thank you for the wonderful time at this beautiful place, we would like to come back. Many greetings from Germany.

Kirsten Willruth

August 2008

Our second visit to Kalkan, we arrived at Dalaman Airport where we were promptly and professionally collected and escorted to 'Kalkanview', which was to be our home for the next 12 nights.

The apartment enjoys a wonderful location which in turn offers 'as the name implies' absolutely stunning views across the resort of Kalkan and beyond. We were extremely impressed with the overall quality of this accommodation, the apartment is very clean, spacious, tastefully furnished and incredibly well equipped. The guys in charge of servicing the apartments are also a real asset to you, Umit was brilliant he is very kind, always smiling and just has a terrific sense of humour.

I truly cannot fault our holiday in anyway 'apart from we had to leave' and I would certainly have no hesitation in recommending Kalkanview to friends and customers in the future.

Gary Wright, General Manager of Destinations Travel in Norwich - Tel: 01603666339

August 2008

Two words to describe our holiday - Absolutely Fantastic - couldn't wish for more, the apartment, the views, Kalkan and both Umit and Omer. Thank You.

Mike and Julie Molyneaux

Flintshire, North Wales

May 2009

We had a lovely week, the weather was great and hardly saw a cloud. Lots of great restaurants in Kalkan and Cafe del Mar was the place for tea and wonderful cakes! Worth a trip to Patara if you like the beach or a trip around the ruins. We also went to Olu Deniz lagoon which is well worth the drive. This is our 2nd visit to Kalkan and I am sure we will be back.

Mat, Jacqueline and Sam Trewer

Manchester

June 2009

Thank you so much for allowing us to use your fantastic apartment! The whole holiday has been just brilliant, it has really changed my view on Turkey! for the better of course! Transfer was great, and the recommendations of restaurants you gave. We loved the Aubergine - a really nice treat! We would love to come back again and explore more of Turkey. Thanks again, the place is a credit to you both.

Georgia, Wayne and Trish Dunn

Tyne and Wear

May 2009

We had a great time, Umit was fab - very helpful, the apartment was just great, just like being at home but with better views. Thank you.

Cathy Dyos

July 2009

Apartment fantastic-everything we needed, home from home. Umit brilliant and very helpful. We've had a wonderful holiday in Kalkan and will be coming again.

The Meltons

Harpenden, Surrey

August 2009

Our first visit to Turkey and loved Kalkan. The apartment was amazing and beautiful views. The restaurants were all wonderful. The children have really enjoyed Palm Beach Club and we recommend Sunset Cruises for a day. Will definitely return, it has been a really fantastic holiday. Thank You.

The Killners

Thatcham, Berkshire

August 2009

Just returned from Kalkan and wanted to let you know how much we have enjoyed using your apartment. It was very comfortable and spacious and it suited us very well. When I booked with you I didn't realise what a great position the apartment is in and with the sun in the evening too. We used Palm Beach quite a bit and the sea trampoline was a big draw for the boys, incl. my husband!! Many thanks for all your organisations and help.

Sally Melton

August 2009

Lovely apartment and thoughtful homely touches. A week was not long enough, so we will come back for longer next time. Recommend Kaptain restaurant and taking the Beach Club boat across just as the sun is setting.

Brenda Halliwell

S. Yorks

September 2009

Our second time in Kalkan and it was even better than we remembered! Your apartment is really wonderful with everything we needed and more! Once again the people of Kalkan have been so genuinely friendly and so helpful. Loved the beach clubs and the fab restaurants - our favourite had to be Coast, try the 'Cojito' Cocktail! Would recommend other couples hire a scooter - much more fun than taxis/cars and you get to explore more. Thanks again..wish we weren't going home....

Carolyn and Ben

St Margarets, Twickenham

September 2009

Lovely apartment, beautiful setting and excellent service from Umit and Omer, will certainly be back again in the future. Thank you.

Margaret and Malcolm Clements

Yvonne and Barry Plunkett

Norwich, Norfolk

September 2009

Great Holiday, apartment lovely, you've thought of everything! Weather was much hotter than expected, we were very very lucky. Loved Kalkan. Many thanks.

Andy and Julia Fisk

High Wycombe, Bucks

October 2009

Sally Melton

August 2009

I had to let you know how much we enjoyed our stay at Kalkan View. As you know, it was a surprise holiday to celebrate my 60th birthday and it couldn't have been better. Kalkan holds a very special place in my heart after spending many happy holidays there in 1990's and I wasn't sure how it would be after such a long gap - I needn't have worried.
Despite having grown considerably, the atmosphere was just the same, the people just as friendly and the view to die for! The apartment was wonderful, beautifully finished and equipped with everything we needed and more. You really have thought of every detail. Thank you so much.

Best wishes,
Susan Kirkbride

June 2010

We had a wonderful holiday in Kalkan and the apartment was absolutely wonderful - beautiful, well-kept and with everything you could need. Thank you for arranging everything so efficiently and for allowing us to stay in your lovely place, we loved it.
Jo Buckley

June 2010