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4 bedroom villa in private surrounding, close to Dalyan centre

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Villa Sahane's entrance with a stone gate, a palm tree, and red flowers.
A two-story house with a balcony, a pool, and lush greenery in the foreground.
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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Dalyan Cami
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Dalyan, Mugla
  • Place, Dalyan Cami
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Sea Turtles Statue
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Dalyan Special Environmental Protection Area
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dalaman (DLM-Dalaman Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

4 bedroom villa in private surrounding, close to Dalyan centre

Detached villa designed by owners and built in 2007 to the highest standards, comprising 4 en-suite bedrooms: one ground floor which enables wheelchair access from outside and poolside (with disabled-friendly bathroom), three upstairs, two with furnished balconies The villa has an open-plan living area on the ground floor, with fully fitted kitchen, dining area and lounge with TV and CD player. It is set in a private, walled, landscaped garden with a variety of interesting plants. There is a large swimming pool (with a shallow part for non swimmers) and a sun terrace with sun loungers and parasols and a dining area (shaded , if necessary with an awning) which affords full alfresco facilities. In the garden there is a beautiful furnished wooden traditional kosk for chilling out and protection from the sun. Alongside is a bar, barbecue and shower. There are 4 mountain bikes, a lady's bike, a child's bike and a child's trailer for guests to use. There is also a security alarm system, safe and internet.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No loud music outside

Important information

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Property Registration Number 48-551
Property # 8033515
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Ortaca

Located in Ortaca, this villa is in a rural area and on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Sarigerme Beach and Yuvarlak Cay can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Sultaniye Hot Springs. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Dalyan, Mugla

What's nearby

  • Dalyan Cami - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Sea Turtles Statue - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Dalyan Special Environmental Protection Area - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Kaunos Rock Tombs - 6 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Çalış Beach - 54 min drive - 67.6 km

Getting around

  • Dalaman (DLM-Dalaman Intl.) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪China Town Chinese & Indian Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Kefal - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dostlar Cafe Bar Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jazz bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Prince Restaurant - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does 4 bedroom villa in private surrounding, close to Dalyan centre have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is 4 bedroom villa in private surrounding, close to Dalyan centre pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 4 bedroom villa in private surrounding, close to Dalyan centre?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 4 bedroom villa in private surrounding, close to Dalyan centre?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 4 bedroom villa in private surrounding, close to Dalyan centre?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 4 bedroom villa in private surrounding, close to Dalyan centre located?

This family-friendly Ortaca villa is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Dalyan Cami, Lycian Rock Tombs and Sea Turtles Statue. Dalyan Special Environmental Protection Area and Lake Köyceğiz are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

10/10

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

Location

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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sophie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, excellent location and we had a brilliant holiday. We would love to return and would highly recommend Villa Sahane. Thank you to John for a wonderful holiday.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

angela B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a lovely villa in Dalyan. Check in was very smooth and communication with the host was great. She asked if she could get anything from the shop before we got there and the drinks were in the fridge on arrival. The villa was spotlessly clean and was very well equipped with everything you need.Pool area is great. Plenty of room around for the sun loungers etc. The villa was a 2 minute walk to bars and restaurants locally and 5 minutes walk down to the river and the centre of town.I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this villa and have every intention of booking for next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul, 2026
Many thanks for your positive comments
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew Richard B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely villa with everything you could need. The location is a 5 min walk out of town but you also have close ammenities, bars, shops and cafes. We would definitley stay here again, the balcony and pool over looking the mountain at the back of the property is great !
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2025
Thanks for an excellent review. You and your family were excellent guests and would be very welcome to stay again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sonia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent villa

Wonderful location, excellent villa, well equipped and clean. Communication with the owner was excellent. Would definitely return to this villa.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug, 2024
Many thanks. We’re pleased that you enjoyed staying at Villa Sahane. You are very welcome to return
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10/10 Excellent

Maurice H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect family holiday

Excellent communication with owner Excellent support during our stay with the local management company Excellect location - 5 minutes stroll into Dalyan Overall an excellent family holiday
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept, 2023
Many thanks for your excellent review. You were perfect guests and left the villa in a very good state. It was our pleasure to deal with you
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10/10 Excellent

Sue B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Villa

Beautifully appointed spacious and well equipped villa. Great location. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jun, 2022
thanks for your excellent review. It was a pleasure meeting you at the villa prior to your visit. You are very welcome to return. John and Helen
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10/10 Excellent

Janet M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Holiday

I can’t praise this villa enough, it exceeded our expectations. Everything you could wish for was provided. The location was great just minutes walk from the riverside and town centre. The pool and garden were gorgeous and very welcome when the temperature was so high.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul, 2025
Many thanks for your kind review. And many thanks for respecting our villa and leaving it in a good state
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JULIE P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and fabulous pool

Couldn't be closer to town, lovely villa, and Fabulous pool. We spent a fortnight there and had everything we needed. This was the middle two weeks of May and the weather was just perfect. So all in all a great holiday.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May, 2023
Many thanks for an excellent review Julie. We’re pleased that you enjoyed and looked after our lovely villa. Perfect guests! John and Helen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect family villa in an ideal location

Can’t speak highly enough about this villa. It was clean, spacious and well equipped with everything you needed. A home away from home. The pool was perfect for our family of six. The villa is on a quiet street but you turn the corner and you are right on the Main Street going in to Dalyan a 5 mins to the boats. The owner was really helpful before and during stay. Absolutely no complaints.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rubia A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best stay we’ve had in Turkey!

My family and I just stayed for a week in this beautiful villa and can’t thank John enough for all his help in making this stay super easy for us. The Villa itself and its surroundings are stunning, pictures don’t do it justice. The location is perfect - the villa is tucked away on a quiet road but is only a 5min walk into the town. Perfect for those with a pram and young children. The Villa is gorgeous and very, very clean. Rooms are spacious with views of the surrounding mountains! Outdoor pool area is also very spacious, with plenty of sun beds and seating. We have no cons about our stay. This place is truly a gem. We’re already looking at coming back next year! Thanks again to John
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jul, 2023
Many thanks Rubia for an excellent review. It was a pleasure to work together prior to your holiday, particularly since your stay was family and child orientated. We are pleased that you enjoyed our Villa Sahane (trans “beautiful”)
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10/10 Excellent

Michele C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Dalyan

The villa is exactly as shown on the photos. The kitchen is fully equipped plus tea and coffee supplied. There were hairdryers in all the rooms. The location is excellent for shops, bars and restaurants. No need to rent a car as we arranged transfers with the owners and there are plenty of river taxis to get to different places. We had a few issues with the internet but these were quickly resolved. A few cars/buses go past the villa but otherwise it’s very peaceful. Dalyan is a fantastic place and everyone is very friendly. We will definitely be returning. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jul, 2023
Many thanks for your very good review. We are pleased that you enjoyed the villa and Dalyan. It was a pleasure to have you and your family as guests John and Helen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our third visit to Dalyan,Staying at Villa Sahane made it our best experience yet. The owner, John, was exceptionally helpful—always quick to respond to any questions and ensuring that everything ran smoothly from start to finish. The airport transfers were well-organised and confirmed in writing, providing us with a comfortable journey of about 30 minutes. We were greeted by the villa’s caretaker the day after arrival, who made it clear that we could contact him or visit his nearby office if we needed anything.The villa itself is immaculate and beautifully maintained, with a warm, homely atmosphere. It features four spacious bedrooms, each with its own en-suite bathroom and air conditioning. Every room was spotless and thoughtfully prepared. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you could possibly need, and the lounge offers plenty of comfortable seating along with excellent free Wi-Fi.Outside, the pool and gardens are equally well cared for, with seven sun loungers and cushions for relaxing in the sun. The large terrace includes a dining area and a retractable awning, which is perfect for some welcome shade during the afternoon heat.The location couldn’t be better: it’s just a five-minute walk to the centre of Dalyan and only two minutes to the nearest supermarket. We would absolutely stay here again—not only because of the villa’s high standards and ideal location, but also because of John’s outstanding hospitality.Thank you for everything!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug, 2025
Many thanks for the brilliant review. You were very welcome, perfect guests John and Helen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gill M.

Wonderful Stay

Our fifth visit to beautiful Dalyan and we hit the jackpot finding Villa Sahane which is by far the best villa we have stayed in. The photos do not do it justice – the gardens are beautiful and the pool area is lovely. The kosk was a very welcome addition to relax in and also for a nice pre-dinner g&t!! Best situated villa we’ve stayed in as only a five minute leisurely stroll to the centre of town. The villa itself is so well equipped and all the rooms are spacious and we enjoyed our morning coffee on the balcony each day. From the very first time we made contact with John, the villa owner, we felt re-assured as he was extremely prompt in replying to any queries and providing us with so much information. The villa management company were also brilliant and really looked after us and were very helpful. Thank you John and Helen for allowing us to stay in your beautiful villa – we will definitely be back!!
Stayed 17 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2020
Thanks for an excellent review. We are very pleased that you enjoyed our villa, and also praised Oruç, our villa management team. Maybe see you again
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10/10 Excellent

John J.

villa Sahane. As beautiful as its name.

Our stay was very pleasant. First impressions of the villa were very favourable: it is well maintained both inside and out. Most striking was the cleanliness of the outside painting, giving it a bright appearance. The garden was very pleasant with lots of colour from the lilies, hibiscus, and bougainvilleas. The pool is a good size with an integral area for children. There is also a BBQ, bar, and kosk, and large umbrellas and awning for shade. Inside the villa is bright, light and airy. The downstairs bedroom is ideal for anyone who has any physical disabilities, and there is easy access to the patio and swimming pool. The remaining three bedrooms are also en suite, two of which have access to a balcony. Downstairs has a kitchen , dining area and seating area, and is well appointed and maintained. There is a utility room, safe, burglar alarm wi fi and television. There are bikes which enabled us to explore the surrounding area, and the villa is ideally situated in its closeness to restaurants, bars and the town centre. We had a wonderful holiday in a perfect villa!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Peter E.

BEST RELAXING HOLIDAY & VILLA

We have stayed at this villa 3 years running and have booked to go back again next year.Absolutely perfect cleanliness layout and facilities A1 the location is perfect for all the surrounding amenities and the locals are really friendly.All booked with ease and transfers spot on. John keeps in communication with you Cant wait for our next visit!!!
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2020
Thanks very much, Peter and family. We might also add that you are the perfect guests.. John and Helen
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10/10 Excellent

norma h.

excellent villa, ideally situated

The villa had everything we wanted and equipped to a very high standard.Ideally situated close to Dalyan centre and river but lovely and peaceful.Lovely large swimming pool. John(owner)was extremely helpful with info before we left.We will definitely be making a return visit.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2020
Thanks very much for your kind comments John and Helen
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10/10 Excellent

Mick Kavanagh

Perfect Villa

This Villa is perfect. Situated in a quiet location yet all shops bars and restaurants in the beautiful town of Dalyan are on your doorstep. Spotlessly clean and well equipped. My family have stayed there three times and will be returning there in 2017. The owner, John, is helpful and friendly handling all aspects of transfer to and from the Villa and any other queries prior to travel. Thoroughly recommended, M Kavanagh
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10/10 Excellent

sandra b.

BEAUTIFUL VILLA IN PRIME LOCATION

We have now visited this beautiful villa on seven occasions, and it feels like ' home from home ', with everything that you could wish for a fabulous holiday, with additional luxuries, the weather and the lovely resort of Dalyan. The villa is situated in a perfect, quiet location but close to Dalyan centre. Early this season, it was decorated inside and outside, so the whole place is sparkling. Villa Sahane is wonderfully equipped with modern furnishings and a mixture of Turkish and English artefacts and paintings. The television/ DVD system is very up to date, there is a safe and security alarm and air conditioning throughout. Outside, there is a good sized pool with two large parasols and comfortable sun lounges. The grounds are beautiful and well maintained, and we were able to pick an abundance of lemons,oranges and pomegranates during our stay. We love the kosk, BBQ and bar area with outside fridge for relaxing barbecues. The kosk is also shaded with natural plants, for a relaxing afternoon nap !!. The fitter members of our party used the bikes to visit some interesting out of the way places around Dalyan. We enjoyed coffee at the riverside restaurants and trips on the river taxi to Turtle Beach. John's attention to details prior to our arrival has always been first class and the caretaker Mehmet was very helpful during our stay. Overall a brilliant holiday once again. We will be returning !!!. Sandra and friends.
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10/10 Excellent

David D.

Fantastic Villa, Great Location, Fully Equipped

This was our second time to stay at Villa Sahane. The first was 3 years previously and we thought the villa was great then. We were travelling with our two boys aged 7 and 5. For them the highlight was the swimming pool, which is much larger than other villas we have stayed in. For my wife and I we enjoyed the spaciousness of the villa and the facilities that were provided both inside and outside. So often when you stay in villas it is hard to find a simple thing like a sharp knife. The owners at villa Sahane have truly left a home for visitors to share. The kitchen, bedrooms, lounge areas are all fully equipped with everything you need and more. Outside the highlight for me was the BBQ, outdoor kitchen and Kosk area. Great in the day for escaping the sun and heat, perfect at night for grilled lamb (from the local butcher) and few drinks. The location is perfect. Getting to and from the centre is an easy walk. Getting to the beach by car is just 20 mins (or you can use the a water dolmus). The owners provide bikes to use, which we did, for short runs to the shops or to the other side of town to Saki (in my opinion the best restaurant in Dalyan). I would not hesitate to recommend Villa Sahane to anyone wanting to stay in Dalyan. The owner Jeff is so organised he just makes everything a breeze.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2020
Thanks for your kind remarks. John( 'Jeffo') and Helen
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony C.

Dalyan 2016

Firstly, it's worth saying that the booking experience and support leading up to the holiday from the owner John was brilliant. He answered many questions for me, sent me all information needed and was generally a great help. The villa itself is terrific. I've been to Turkey 9 times and Dalyan 6 in villas, and this was without doubt the best villa for both location and the cleanliness, size and facilities. The villa is a quick 5 minute walk from the centre yet is quiet and feels secluded due to the grounds it's set in. If your a fit freak like me, the BC Spa is just round the corner and allows gym access for a fee. There's also full spa facilities there that we used. The villa furnishings were brilliant and included a safe. The TV was brand new and the DVD player and Amazon Firestick were a nice touch. Overall a brilliant holiday, brilliant villa and would highly recommend.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2020
Many thanks for your kind remarks, Anthony. We greatly appreciate your remarks - John and Helen
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10/10 Excellent

Peter E.

FANTASTIC, HIGHLY RECOMMEND

Beautiful Villa, immaculate throughout. Ideal location for everything. This is the second visit to this villa and will definitely return as soon as we can. John was great at communicating everything to and for us, transfers were arranged also by John without any problems. If I could would be a 6 star rating. Sheridan, Pete, Ann, Allan
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2020
Your kind comments are greatly appreciated.....John and Helen
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10/10 Excellent

louise C.

A haven of peace and tranquility

We were a party of 8 of differing age ranges and all had a fabulous time.The villa is amazing, a real home from home .The bikes are an excellent addition as they gave us the opportunity to explore the lovely Dalyan. The description of the villa underestimates how great it actually is. Upon arrival the villa was clean and well maintained. One afternoon we made use of the brick BBQ and enjoyed a lovely meal on the terrace. I would without a doubt recommend this villa to my friends and family and will definitely be returning
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2020
Thanks for your kind comments. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Fantastic luxury accommodation

Myself and my 2 children have been staying at this villa since 2008. We have stayed here on 8 occasions and my children have grown up out here and have made many friends. So I think that says it all really. It has been our 2 weeks of paradise every year. The accommodation is of a very high specification and spotlessly clean. It is in a perfect quiet location, only a few minutes walk from the town. The villa has a wonderful pool and beautiful gardens. Would definitely recommend this villa to anyone searching some guaranteed sunshine and great restaurant food. Turkish hospitality cannot be faulted.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2020
Thanks for your kind comments, Paul: they are much appreciated. Thanks for next year's booking! John and Helen
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

Fantastic Villa - Prime location

Wow what a fantastic gem! After a very smooth flight from Manchester to Dalaman, we arrived after a very seamless transfer in a brief 20 mins from the airport. The villa was very welcoming and was well lit showing the idyllic swimming pool and lush gardens.The villa is decorated to a high standard with each bedroom having the luxury of an ensuite bathroom. The bedrooms are very unique with glorious turkish rugs and artwork throughout. The kitchen and dining area are superbly equipped, catering for many eventualities (we had a birthday party and we even had candles and napkis on hand)! The boys were able to make use of the bikes which were a very useful addition to the holiday as we were able to access the local supermarkets with ease. The position of the villa we found superb; restaurants and bars are actually within walking distance, yet the villa is discreetly tucked away to be quiet. The town of Dalyan has so much to offer and we were able to visit the beach via the municipal boat and then we took the Dolmus (local bus). We did find a gem of a trip and headed off to Yuvarlackay (an icy mountain river) which we all thoroughly enjoyed and was a relief from the hot sunshine. Our family of four found the villa to have everything we wished for an more besides. We plan to return next year.
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8/10 Good

Anne H.

Great villa, excellent location.

This was the first time in Dalyan and we were not disappointed. There was seven of us at the villa and it was excellent, well maintained and cleaned to a high standard, also it was great having your own bathroom. The pool was very welcoming on hot sunny days. The villa is in an excellent location within easy reach of the many restaurants and bars. Would highly recommend. Anne Manchester

About the host

Hosted by J E JEFFERSON

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Helen and John are a retired professional couple. We have a son and daughter and three grandchildren who all love Villa Sahane and Dalyan. Proudly, we are both from South Yorkshire, but have lived in North East England for the past 43 years. Helen was a nurse, school nurse, district nurse/midwife, audiometrician and health visitor for over 50 years. She became a Justice of the Peace in 2007. Since 2011 she has become involved in charity work in Uganda, Africa, visiting and working with Interplast UK and Kumi Community Hospital twice a year. Her main interests are singing in two regional choirs and the local village church choir. She is also involved in fund raising for several charities .

John was teaching for 40 years, mainly in special education, finally as a headteacher for 21 years in two residential schools for children aged 5 to 18 years with emotional and behavioural difficulties, learning difficulties and autism. After retiring he worked part time until 2011 at two NE universities as a tutor in educational leadership and management. The villa hopefully reflects John's passion for gardening. Other hobbies include beekeeping and watercolour painting.

Why they chose this property

Prior to building this property, we had stayed at close friends' villa further out of town. We fell in love with Dalyan, the culture, flora and fauna, food, weather, the hospitality of the people and totally relaxed environment. We wanted to build a special villa for our family which met all our needs, and we think that we succeeded at all levels. The villa is spacious, cool when it is hot, warm in spring and autumn, private and in easy walking distance of the centre of Dalyan. There are about twelve restaurants between Villa Sahane and the harbour, 400 metres away.

We bought the land for this property in 2006 because of the views of the mountain and the opportunity to design a secluded, private villa which was close to all the restaurants, shops and other amenities in town. With advice from two friends, we were able to build Villa Sahane (trans. "beautiful") which matched all of our specifications.

What makes this property unique

Villa Sahane is a uniquely designed, traditional Turkish syle dwelling with full modern facilities.There are four well furnished and spacious bedrooms with ensuite facilities, all air conditioned. One of the bedrooms is downstairs, disable friendly and accessible everywhere at ground level. The kitchen is very well equipped and integrated with a spacious dining area and lounge with internet and satellite television. Outside is a large 43 sq metre pool, set in beautiful gardens which have a 2.5 metre mixed hedge around the perimeter for extra privacy. Shade is available through two very large parasols plus a very large awning. There is also a bar and barbecue area which is an extra place for entertaining or relaxing: or snoozing in the cool of the traditional kosk! As dusk approaches, the upstairs balcony is the place to sit and watch the sun set over the mountain which drops down to the river. We have several Turkish family friends who often share our hospitality, and love our villa.

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