Kalkan Information

If you are looking for a prosperous area of Turkey where you can purchase investment property without a mass of tourists, then Kalkan along the Lycian coast is the answer to your dreams. Here you will find an unspoiled haven of lush nature, brilliant blue waters and ancient history all rolled into one. This peaceful resort on the Mediterranean coast is more sophisticated that you would expect to find in a Turkish fishing village and is the ideal location where you can spend all your time in the sun.

The ancient harbour of Kalkan is nestled at the base of the Taurus Mountains. From the town you can look out over the stunning view of the islands in the bay. The narrow streets of the town wend their way to the water's edge. The homes lining the streets are mainly white-washed villas with shuttered windows. Blended into the scenery of the villas, there are many boutiques, specialty shops and a large number of restaurants.

Although the main economy of the town relies on tourism, it is not over-developed as many of the other resorts in Turkey are. The Greek architecture is visible at every turn and it retains the quaint ambiance of a small Turkish town. There are very strict building codes in Kalkan, which is very reassuring when you want to buy property in this location. Having a villa or an apartment here gives you a place where you can totally relax at any time of the year, especially during the winter where you can enjoy sun and warm temperatures in contrast to the colder weather of the UK. There is also a potential for rental income if you decide that you would like to rent out your property to other vacationers looking to discover the secrets of Turkey.

The restaurants in Kalkan will introduce you to the fine Turkish food. In fact, this area has the highest number of bars and restaurants that any other part of the Mediterranean Coast. The roof terraces of many restaurants afford you a stunning view of the harbour and the fishermen working at their trade.

Kalkan is alive with history and by having your own property here, you don't have to rush to get to see everything that it has to offer. The architecture is unique to this area with buildings built of stone surrounded by courtyards or gardens containing many blooming plants. The houses are built for coolness containing comfortable areas for lounging and shuttered windows that can block out the heat of the noonday sun. 

Enjoy shopping in the market during the day when crowds won't overrun you. This is the time when most of the people are at the beach. When you have your shopping completed, you can play in the sand of the beach or romp in the water. Of course, you can enjoy sunbathing on your own private terrace. Kaputas Beach is about 10 km from Kalkan, where you can rent an umbrella and buy snacks from the vendors on the beach.

Everything about Kalkan adds up to the perfect location to have a holiday or retirement home. The prices are very similar to those of homes in the UK, but the cost of living is much lower. This means that your money has more purchasing power. Along with the high standard of living, the climate is a great factor to consider. Just a short 4 hour flight from the UK will see you to your home away from home, whether you want to spend months at a time or just a few weeks here and there.

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