3 bedroom property with large garden / terrace with private pool.
Centrally located just a 3 minute walk from the main street and close to all local amenities
About Kalkan and surroundings
Kalkan, a gem on the Lycian Coast of Turkey, epitomizes elegance and historical charm. Once a quaint fishing village, today it captivates with its distinctive character. Narrow, steep lanes lined with traditional Ottoman houses lead down to the picturesque harbor, where life revolves around the colorful boats and the sparkling waters of the Mediterranean. Kalkan's architecture, a blend of history and modernity, is reflected in the lovingly restored buildings that now house boutique hotels, art galleries, and restaurants. These provide insights into the region's rich culture and culinary delights.
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The charm of Kalkan lies not only in its beauty, but also in its proximity to ancient sites like Patara, Xanthos, and Letoon, which bear witness to Lycia's glorious past. Adventure seekers and nature lovers find their Paradise in the surroundings: from hiking on the Lycian Way to relaxation days at secluded beaches. Kalkan combines the best of Turkish hospitality with a touch of exclusivity, making it an unforgettable destination. Its mix of history, culture and stunning nature draws visitors back time and again.
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For those who have yet to explore Kalkan, a breathtaking experience awaits. The Region offers an abundance of sights to discover, making it clear why many visitors find themselves returning time and again.
Kalkan Public Beach
Kalkan Public Beach, a charming stone beach located directly at the harbor, is instantly inviting with its crystal-clear waters, perfect for swimming and bathing. It's advisable to wear bathing shoes for comfort. For those looking to relax by the water, sun loungers and umbrellas are available for hire at a nominal fee.
Kalkan Old Town
Kalkan Old Town, with its enchanting and historic charm, captivates visitors with its blend of ancient Greek and Ottoman architecture. The town boasts many picturesque, narrow streets lined with souvenir shops, boutiques, cafés, bars, and nearly every rooftop features a delightful restaurant offering magnificent views.
Strolling through Kalkan's delightful streets, you'll discover more than the typical souvenir shops. Numerous small boutiques and studios can be found where local artists showcase their unique and unusual creations.
KaputaÅŸ Beach
KaputaÅŸ Beach stands out as a premier destination in the region. Nestled in a gorge between Kalkan and KaÅŸ, this natural beach has evolved from its purely natural state a few years ago to now offering amenities like a restaurant, showers, toilets, and rental sun loungers for enhanced convenience. Consistently ranked among the top 10 in polls for the most beautiful beaches in Turkey and the Mediterranean Sea, KaputaÅŸ Beach remains a must-visit for beach lovers seeking unparalleled beauty and tranquility.
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Driving time 10 minutes from Kalkan. (7km)
Patara Beach
Patara Beach is a unique blend of natural beauty and historical significance, safeguarded under both nature and monument protection statutes. Spanning 18 kilometers, it holds the title of the longest beach in Turkey, offering ample space for visitors to find their own secluded spot along its sandy expanse. Although popular with visitors during daylight hours, the beach transforms into a protected haven in the evenings, reserved for the sea turtles that come ashore to nest. For your convenience, the beach café provides refreshing drinks and snacks, and you can rent parasols and sun loungers to enhance your beach experience.
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Driving time 20 minutes from Kalkan. (16km)
Xanthos Antıque Cıty
The venerable city of Xanthos invites its visitors to traverse the corridors of time, presenting a landscape adorned with ruins that have stood the test of centuries. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Xanthos embodies a historical treasure trove.
Among the captivating sights are various notable monuments, including the Angora, the theater, and the Acropolis. Noteworthy is the "Harpy Monument," the original of which now resides in London.
The venerable city of Xanthos invites its visitors to traverse the corridors of time, presenting a landscape adorned with ruins that have stood the test of centuries. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Xanthos embodies a historical treasure trove.
Among the captivating sights are various notable monuments, including the Angora, the theater, and the Acropolis. Noteworthy is the "Harpy Monument," the original of which now resides in London.
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Driving time 20 minutes from Kalkan. (19km)
Patara Antıque cıty
Patara, the ancient city, stood as the preeminent seaport of the Lycian civilization. It is steeped in mythology as the birthplace of Apollo, and it's also famed as the hometown of Saint Nicholas. The ruins of Patara are home to numerous captivating historical structures, including a Roman triumphal arch, various temples, a lighthouse, the parliament building of the Lycian League, the city gate, an amphitheater, Roman baths (notably the Vespasian Baths), and a granary. These remnants offer a window into the city's rich and diverse past.
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Driving time from Kalkan 20 min. (15km)
Letoon Antıque cıty
Letoon Antique City
Adjacent to the town of Xanthos, Letoon served as an ancient sanctuary, embracing the spiritual essence of the region. Together with Xanthos, the remnants of its temples and other edifices have been honored as a World Heritage Site since 1988.
Within its sacred bounds, Letoon houses the temples dedicated to Artemis and Apollo, along with the shrine to their mother, Leto. Portions of this ancient city are submerged, adding to its allure and mystique. Letoon continues to attract tourists, drawn by its captivating beauty and enigmatic history.
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Driving time 30 minutes from Kalkan. (23km)
Tlos Antıc Cıty
Tlos stands as yet another testament to the ancient Lycian civilization. Along the route to the Acropolis, visitors can observe numerous remnants of ancient dwellings. A notable feature of Tlos is the rock-cut tomb of Bellerophon, where he is immortalized on his sarcophagus, mounted on the mythical horse Pegasus. Additionally, carvings of lions and leopards adorn this rock tomb, adding to its historic allure.
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Driving time 50 minutes from Kalkan. (55km)
Saklikent Gorge
The gorge is one of the main attractions of Turkey's south-west coast. The way there leads through fragrant pine forests and small villages.
Saklikent is now fully geared towards tourism: parking lots and souvenir shops are lined up next to each other. Restaurants are seated on wooden pontoons over the river.
Shortly behind is the entrance to the gorge. The first 200 meters are on a boardwalk. The rock walls rise steeply to the right and left. The water gushes under your feet. Then the gorge opens up into a kind of rocky clearing. Here, where the gorge widens again, the comfortable sightseeing is over. If you want to go deeper into the canyon, you have to get into the cold water.
Waterproof shoes are a must. Depending on the season, the water level in the canyon varies, from ankle high to upper body, anything is possible.
You should be fit and good on foot to start this adventure, because only the path that leads into the gorge also leads out again...
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Driving time 40 minutes from Kalkan. (37km)
Kastellorizo
The island of Kastellorizo, also known as Meis, belongs to Greece and is located 7km across from KaÅŸ.
An enchanting harbor welcomes you when you arrive on the approximately 400-inhabitant island. When entering the harbor, the island looks like a film set. Small streets lead through the typical Greek houses to a church, the museum and the citadel.
There are several ways to travel from KaÅŸ to Meis. The "Meis ferry" offers daily crossings or you can opt for a private boat tour and decide for yourself how the day goes.
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Driving time to KaÅŸ 30 min from Kalkan (28km), then by boat about 25 min.
Gizlikent Gorge
Gizlikent Waterfall is 5 minutes from Saklikent National Park and Canyon.
Gizlikent Waterfall is hidden behind the green nature in natural beauty, it almost looks like a "secret city" as the name suggests. The stunning Gizlikent Waterfall with its view is a natural wonder.
A long staircase leads down to the gorge and thus to the waterfall. With the sound of running water and a cool climate, this is a very impressive place, especially in the hot summer months.
Compared to Saklikent Gorge, Gizlikent Gorge is much easier to walk and is also much shorter, but you should be fit and able to walk here as well. Waterproof shoes are also a must here, but you can also rent water shoes on site.
After approx. 300m you reach the breathtaking waterfall and thus also the end of the Gorge.
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Driving time 45 minutes from Kalkan. (39km)
Kekova sunken city
Kekova is a small Turkish island, also called the sunken city. On the north side of the island of Kekova lie the partially submerged ruins. Several earthquakes caused the ruins to lie mostly under water today.
The Kekova region also includes the nearby mainland towns of Üçagiz (ancient Teimiussa), the ancient city of Aperlai and the small coastal town of Kaleköy, built on ancient Simena. Boat trips to the sunken ruins start from Üçagiz, the small port town on the mainland across from Kekova. Since 1990, the Kekova region with its approximately 260 km² has been under nature protection. Swimming, diving or snorkeling is prohibited in the area of the sunken cities.
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Driving time to Üçagiz 1 hr 10 min from Kalkan (60km).
