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Guest Reviews

September 2011
We had our second holiday of the year in Kalkan, staying at Villa Esinti, and it was just fantastic. The villa is so well equipped that you feel right at home, Kalkan has a wonderful choice of excellent restaurants and bars and the beaches are easy to access and very safe for children. The villa itself was so relaxing that we just didnt really want to go out, and spent lots of happy days by the pool. Our 18 month old daughter had a fabulous time, in and out of the pool, and the enclosed garden and living area meant that we could also relax. The local agents were incredibly helpful and very quick to respond. A wonderful holiday at a wonderful villa.
Amber Yates, Brussels (review independently verified by Villarenters)

September 2011
The villa was beautiful and had everything you could wish for. Stunning views over Kalamar Bay. Spacious - never felt that we were on top of each other and the rooftop was a welcome retreat from the children downstairs! The cleaner, pool guy and agents were attentive but discreet. Villa was kept beautifully clean and the linen and towels were of excellent quality and changed frequently. Well definitely book again.
Jill, Exeter (review independently verified by Villarenters)

August 2011
Just a quick one to say that our holiday to Kalkan and your villa in particular was simply amazing.  We have done numerous villa holidays before and without doubt your villa had it all.  Thanks for ensuring a stress free holiday from start to finish and I can't recommend Villa Esinti or Kalkan highly enough.
Mark Hoy

July 2011
We've had a marvellous holiday and have very much enjoyed being at Villa Esinti, which is such a lovely house and so easy and comfortable.  Thank you very much for allowing us to be there and also for all the excellent and efficient transfer arrangements.  Metin and Paula could not have been more helpful and we ate twice at their restaurant which was very good indeed.  All in all a most splendid holiday.  Many thanks.
Garth Evans

July 2011
We had a wonderful time in Kalkan and the villa was everything we hoped for and more, wonderful location, very spacious and well equipped and very well cared for. Metin really took care of us and we had a lovely evening at his restaurant on our second night. There were so many highlights of our holiday, but the boat trip with Ali and Jimmy was everyone's favourite day out, swimming in the crystal clear waters was a real treat and the food was absolutely outstanding. Please pass on our sincere thanks to everyone who made our stay so perfect. There is very little doubt that we will be visiting Kalkan again :)
Alan Jamison, Manchester

June 2011
The villa was fantastic. It was so well equipped, it was just like being at home. We took our 14 month old daughter and we could completely relax, as it was possible to set things up so she was safe. The agents and the owners were superbly helpful and Kalkan was a beautiful place to spend our holiday. We would absolutely recommend this villa and would definitely go again.
Amber Yates, Brussels (review independently verified by Villarenters)

September 2010
We had a great time you have a really lovely villa and we will be putting suitable comments on the web site.  Paula and Metin were great and the pool man was superb.  We will most certainly recommend your villa to our friends the location and everything about it is great. Unfortunately we will not be going back next year as we had already booked to go to Ibiza before we went away, but I 'm sure we will be back in the future.
Paul Howard, Norwich

August 2010
Wedi mwynhau gwyliau yn Villa Esinti.  Villa cyfforddus gyda phopeth sydd ei angen ar gael.  Gwasanaeth arbennig gan Tekin oedd yn edrych ar ol y pwll!
Thoroughly enjoyed our holidays at Villa Esinti.  A comfortable villa with all that's necessary in place.  Excellent service from Tekin who looked after the pool!
Geraint Jones, Wrecsam (review independently verified by Villarenters)

July 2010
We had a really wonderful time thank you.  The villa was lovely and the boat trips were great - a fantastic first holiday to Turkey and Kalkan in particular.  Many thanks for all your help with transfers etc.
Kate Bridges, Ascot

July 2010
This property was excellent.  Air-con kept us cool when we needed it.  Pool was kept clean.  Kitchen contained everything we wanted.  Some noise from neighbouring properties but this was one of my most relaxing holidays.
Steve Cracknell, Mill Hill (review independently verified by Villarenters)

May 2010
Spacious villa and well looked after.  Fabulous views.  Great restaurants and very friendly people.  We all agreed it was one of the best holidays we've had.
Pete & Jackie Dyer, Belvedere

August 2009
We have just come back from a thoroughly relaxing stay at Villa Esinti.  The villa is spotless and kept cool by efficient and quiet air conditioning units.  It’s my first hot holiday with no mossy bites.  We spent a lot of time in the pool and on the sun loungers which were great.  The garden is kept spotless by "Takey" - who was very discreet and extremely helpful.  Paula and Metin were on hand and all the transfers worked very smoothly.  We rented a car through them at the last minute and visited the local areas.  We’d thoroughly recommend doing the boat trips - we did one from Kalkan and one from Kas.  The restaurants in Kalkan are fantastic - my wife recommends that you starve yourself for a week before you go.  The only slight drawback is that the rooms get light in the mornings, so it may be worth taking the airline type of blinkers if you are light sensitive, but overall we can’t fault the villa or the destination.
Howard Austin, Sutton (review independently verified by Villarenters)

July 2009
We could not fault the good communications with the owners or their agents, Metin & Paula, lovely people, very helpful, always on hand to talk to if needed, excellent food at their restaurant too!  The property was as described, it was clean, terrific views, lovely pool, definitely a place to go if you want to relax and recharge those batteries.  On the down side, it was very hilly and you need to be fit to cope, there are always taxis however if it gets too much.  The grocery shops also provide a free delivery service which saves you carrying the shopping in all that lovely heat.  We had a few minor problems which were dealt with very quickly, the locals are very friendly and helpful, we would go again.
Steve Kelly, Shrewsbury (review independently verified by Villarenters)

July 2009
This is a great villa in a beautiful location, it’s a half hour walk to the town but easy to get taxis, the villa is spacious and very comfortable for 6 people.  Kalkan is a lovely, largely unspoiled harbour town.
Jon Bashford, Manchester (review independently verified by Villarenters)

June 2009
The Villa was fantastic, and very spacious.  The only problem was it could be described as too nice, having everything there you tend not to want to leave, and do other things, especially if you are mainly a sun worshipper.  The Property was spotless when we arrived and very well stocked with crockery, utensils etc.  The pool was wonderful and kept spotless.  In fact it is difficult to find any faults with the villa itself.  The views from all bedrooms were fantastic.  The only problem people may have with the location is the hills.  You do get used to them but to be honest the area would not be as nice as it is without the hills.
Tom Lee, Bristol (review independently verified by Villarenters)

September 2008
Fabulous villa in a fabulous location.  People very helpful and friendly.  Definitely would recommend.
Louise Gilbert, London (review independently verified by Villarenters)

October 2007
We stayed at Villa Esinti in October and had a marvellous time. The villa is everything you could wish for: spacious, light, very well furnished and extremely comfortable. The weather was glorious and the pool and surrounding terrace provide an excellent area for swimming and sunbathing, and we liked having both indoor and outdoor dining tables. It was also lovely to have sun loungers with deeper than usual mattresses. The bedrooms and bathrooms are much roomier than we have experienced elsewhere and the fact that there was no need to use paper bins for the toilets was most welcome! One of our favourite spots at the villa was the fantastic roof terrace: large, good choice of seating (including big sofas) and perfect views across the sea. The small kitchen area at roof terrace level made it so easy to relax up there and we also found it very convenient for making an early morning cup of tea as we were using one of the second floor bedrooms. Your agents, Paula and Metin were excellent and their restaurant (Zeki’s) is an absolute must for anyone visiting Kalkan. All the staff looking after the villa were very discreet and the pool, garden and villa were kept exceptionally clean. On the couple of occasions we chose to eat dinner in, we found the main kitchen both easy to use and very well equipped. The peace and quiet of the immediate area certainly helped us unwind. Kalkan old town is a delight - picturesque and friendly with many different shops, a lovely harbour, weekly market and, of course, all the wonderful restaurants. There are a couple of short hilly sections on the road from the villa to the old town but it was a very pleasant and scenic walk which we enjoyed regularly - taxis were readily available (and reasonably priced) for those times when we felt a little lazier. We also visited many of the local sites including: Letoon, Xanthos, Patara and Fethiye's lovely promenade area were very interesting. We hired a car for two days which we booked through your agents. It was delivered to and collected from the villa, which was very convenient. We also chartered a boat and skipper through your agents for a day cruising from Kalkan harbour around the bay and nearby islands. The food was delicious and we had a most relaxing day out. Thank you so very much for letting us stay at your splendid villa, which we would highly recommend to anyone thinking of going to Kalkan. A five star holiday at a five star villa.
Mr & Mrs Harbar, Melton

August 2007
I wanted to say how much we all enjoyed our holiday in your villa in July. It was absolutely fantastic and Rob and I cannot believe we are lucky enough to be going back there with my family on Monday, we are all very excited!
Katie Hadfield, West Yorkshire

August 2007
I have just about come back down to earth following our wonderful holiday in Kalkan and thought I ought to send you a message of thanks. Everything went according to plan and I have absolutely no complaints whatsoever. The villa is wonderful and extremely comfortable and we had everything we needed for a perfect holiday. From the moment we were collected at the airport to the moment we were dropped off for the flight home, we had a thoroughly enjoyable time. The airport transfers were smooth and comfortable, and even included an impromptu stop-off for "breakfast" during the in-bound journey. The villa "did exactly what it said on the tin" and was as beautiful as the description and photographs suggested, especially the wonderful views. The one or two minor faults with some of the equipment were corrected very quickly and efficiently after they were reported and caused the minimum of inconvenience. The pool was fantastic and very welcoming bearing in mind the beautiful weather and the scorching temperatures and was cleaned and maintained with almost religious devotion every morning by the efficient and friendly attendant. The peace and quiet in the vicinity of the villa was exactly what was required for unwinding purposes and rest and recuperation. Kalkan is a lovely little village in a perfect setting and we sampled many of the bars and restaurants during the fortnight we were there. The local people are extremely friendly and obliging and not in the least bit "pushy" or overbearing. Most restaurants were very good with only one negative exception. To make up for this, however, there was the undoubted jewel in the crown which was Zeki's, owned by your agents, Paula and Methin. The food and service in this restaurant were simply outstanding, so much so that we returned three times and all eight of us in the party agreed that it was easily the best restaurant of those we had visited. The beach club just down the road was very good too and, further afield, Patara Beach lived up to its reputation as did Saklikent Gorge. And now to the real high point. Your agents, Paula and Methin, are absolutely wonderful. They went out of their way to make our holiday unforgettable and were warm, welcoming and obliging in every possible way. My wife and I celebrated our Ruby Wedding Anniversary while we were in Kalkan and Paula and Methin were more than happy to conspire with the rest of our party to provide us with a surprise anniversary celebration meal at Zeki's, complete with a special cake to provide the perfect end to what was a wonderful occasion. We were both completely overcome by the generosity shown by this lovely couple and all the staff at the restaurant. They are easily the best agents of their kind that my wife and I have come across in many years of travelling all over the world. I hope you appreciate the invaluable service they are providing for you. Anyway, to conclude, thank you for letting us stay in your marvellous villa which we would strongly recommend to anybody looking for a comfortable and restful holiday in a truly splendid location.
Neil Grant, West Yorkshire (review independently verified by Villarenters)

June 2007
We had a great time.  Very nice Villa and the service (pool and villa cleaning, transfers, rental car and Paula and Metin) was exceptional.  We even had a gourmet meal at Zekis; and it was as good as everything else.  It’s rare when you find a villa where everything actually works and it’s clean and the service is spot on.  Keep up the good work!
Mr T. Wahl, Kansas City, USA.

October 2006
Just returned from a wonderful relaxing holiday at Villa Esinti.  Arriving quite late in the evening from Dalaman we had a very friendly welcome from the agents and quickly settled in.  The view from the villa the next morning was stunning and so peaceful - just a few small boats crossing the bay into Kalkan harbour.  The villa is very well equipped and has everything you would need.  Spacious living areas, lovely bedrooms all with ensuite bathrooms.  The whole villa is very light and airy and well furnished.  The beds are particularly comfortable!!  The pool is great and bigger than we expected.  We found the temperature in October very good, usually 26-28 degrees.  It was our first visit to Turkey and I think we chose well, as Kalkan has everything you would need in good restaurants, shops, food shops, lovely harbour and pebble beach.  There is a good taxi service to take you from the villa into Kalkan if you do not want to walk, and most of them are quite cheap.  We will definitely return to this beautiful villa.
Mr & Mrs P. Westwood – Hampshire

October 2006
I would just like to say how much we all thoroughly enjoyed Villa Esinti.  The villa was perfect, what a stunning setting.  Paula and Metin were absolute stars, they and their staff do you proud.  Thank you again for all your help, I hope we may visit again sometime in the future.
Mrs A. Humphrey, Oxon.

September 2006
Esinti Villa is built to a very high standard with spacious accommodation for a large family.  The views from the villa over the bay are stunning.  The pool and the sunbeds make for excellent sunbathing and relaxing for all the family.  The staff who attend to the garden, the pool and the cleaning are all very polite and discreet and maintain the property to a very high standard.  The lounge area and the kitchen are equipped with all the gadgets you find in your own home, apart from a microwave which would have been handy at times!  Our children were very well accommodated, and enjoyed the villa as much as we adults.  Guests with young children ought to be aware of the balconies and the need to take precautions, but all doors are lockable.  Though there is obviously a lot of construction taking place in the area, this did not spoil our enjoyment of this lovely villa.  We were able to make very good use of Kalkan Beach Club which is a 5 minute walk down hill.  Make use of their free taxi ride home!  Kalkan, which is absolutely beautiful, is a good 25 minutes walk away with children and the heat, so you would benefit from having a car, though we used taxis every time at low cost and good service.  This whole area of Turkey is wonderful and we need to return to see more of it.  The website for the villa contains lots of good information, and you would do well to download this before you go.  I am sure that future guests will build up a good source of tourist information to be kept in the villa.  Would we go again?  A resounding yes from all seven members of our family.
Mrs Y. Cooke, Hertfordshire (review independently verified by Villarenters)

July 2006
From start to finish, this holiday, and villa in general was simply fantastic. We were met at the airport by a luxurious minibus for a very relaxed transfer. When we arrived at the villa, their was a very friendly and helpful team to meet us, and to advise us on any information we needed. Also provided was a bottle of wine and food, which we were very grateful for! The Villa itself was faultless, apart from thin curtains in the bedroom, so it was easy to be woken by the glorious sunshine, which wasn't a big problem, but light sleepers may be advised to bring a mask. The bedrooms were well kept, spacious and cool with the welcomed air conditioning! and the bathrooms all fantastic, having 2 showers and 2 baths between the 4 bedrooms. The lounge and kitchen was lovely and modern with ample space to cook, eat and relax! Outside on the terrace, the pool was very refreshing and a nice size to be able to swim and cool off in, getting the sun for the majority of the day, and late into the evening. The loungers were very comfortable and umbrellas nice to be able to get some shade when desired. The friendliness of all the staff, from the cleaner who came twice a week, to the pool man and gardener who came everyday, was so nice. All the staff went well out of their way to ensure we had all we needed at all times. We can't express how much we enjoyed the holiday in Kalkan, although it was our third time there, it will definitely not be the last, and we hope to stay at Villa Esinti in the near future. Many Thanks"
Mr D. Nash, Surrey (review independently verified by Villarenters)

June 2006
We had a wonderful holiday at Villa Esinti in May this year. The Villa was great, very comfortable and had everything we needed. We particularly enjoyed spending time with my four year old son playing in the pool (which was bigger than we had anticipated) and then relaxing on the very comfortable sun loungers. We loved Kalkan itself and the surrounding area and found everyone to be very friendly. Thanks for a great holiday…. We're hoping to return next year.
Mrs S. Booy, Stafford

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