The Area around Lazy Dayz Villa
Airport (km): 50
Bodrum Milas 45 mins drive
Beach (km): 1
A samll beach and snorkelling cove, less than 10 minute's walk
Shops: 2km
Supermarkets in Yalikavak, 5-8 minute's drive
More information on this area:
The Turkish Aegean Coast region
On the Bodrum Peninsula buildings are not permitted to be built more than 2 stories high, and there are no buildings higher than 3 stories in the whole Peninsula. This tends to make the area look particularly attractive. Most of the buildings are white washed cubes, similar to those in the Greek Islands. This is because this part of Turkey used to belong to Greece and some of the Greek Islands used to belong to Turkey. As you can imagine, there is a lot of history around the area.
History
Archaeological excavations have established that human habitation in the Yalikavak area began in around 2000BC, and there are ruins and artefacts from the Carian, Hellenistic, Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman eras. The historic sites such as Sandima, Pasanda (Geris), Kandiba and Termil (Dirmil/Gökçebel) attract visitors from all over the world. Yalikavak is famous for the numerous windmills found in the vicinity. The winds, that until recently turned the vanes of these working windmills, now fill the sails of boats and windsurfs. Another “typical” feature found in abundance here are domed water cisterns which, in the past, were used in times of drought and are now being adapted for artistic and cultural uses.
A 20 minute road journey will take you to Bodrum Centre with its historic castle which was built from 1402 onwards, by the Knights of St John as the Castle of St. Peter or Petronium. The Mausoleum at Halicarnassus is also located in Bodrum town.
Ferry trips to the Greek island of Kos can be made from Turgutreis and Bodrum
Further afield you can visit Ephesus, the largest archaeological site in the world, the stunning pools at Pamukkale, the royal rock tombs at Dalyan, and the temple of Apollo at Didim.
Yalikavak
Yalikavak, 18 km away from Bodrum centre on the North Western tip of the Bodrum Peninsula, has grown in size over recent years, but remains still very much a place where the locals welcome holidaymakers with open arms. The permanent inhabitants of Yalikavak number around 6,800 people. Yalikavak is becoming ever more popular as an alternative resort to Bodrum. The small harbour is surrounded by restaurants and bars, and while there is the occasional disco bar, the general atmosphere is quiet, unhurried and relaxed, yet further along the shoreline is a new sophisticated Marina.
Approaching Yalikavak from Bodrum you cannot help but notice the stunning panoramic view of Yalikavak Bay. This fertile coastal region is ideal for sailing and all water sports and attracts many foreign yachts to the Marina and old harbour that once sheltered mainly fishing boats.
FISHING & SEAFOOD
Yalikavak still supports a thriving fishing industry and the restaurants around the picturesque harbour and marina display a wide selection of fresh fish every day. The town is known for its excellent seafood restaurants - try Sait, you won't be disappointed.
RESTAURANTS
Yalikavak has a huge selection of restaurants to suit all tastes.
SHOPPING AND WEEKLY VENDOR'S MARKET
There are many shops in the traffic free centre, selling local wares and tourist items.
Every Thursday there is a colourful weekly market split in 2 halves. Clothes, textiles and traditional Turkish wares on one side, and the other with fruit, vegetables, great choices of olives, herbs and spices.
MARINA (Palmarina)
Just a few minutes walk along the shoreline from the centre of Yalikvak is the new Marina. The Marina is home to many large yachts and is visited by yachts from all over the world in summer. It has stylish shops and several restaurants and cafes, plus a seaside 2,500 seater Amphitheatre used for open air concerts and fashion shows during the summer months.
BEACHES
The main beach in Yalikavak is long and narrow and lined with a few restaurants. It is easy to sit back and not worry where your next drink or meal will come from! Yalikavak's beach is never busy and you won't be sandwhiched in amongst sun loungers. Away from the harbour end of town, the quieter the beach becomes. Yalikavak is always said to be a little cooler in the summer than other parts of the region due to the gentle offshore breezes. Whereas Bodrum is hot, in all respects, in summer.
Yalikavak is renowned for its superb sunsets and unspoilt shoreline. Its sparkling clean sea is one of the few remaining abodes of the endangered “Monachus Monachus” Mediterranean seals and therefore a protected area. In 2002 Yalikavak Bay was awarded the "Blue Flag" for its clean waters.
Yalikavak has supermarkets, banks, ATMs, Taxi ranks, bus station, petrol stations etc.
A car is advised for this location but no absolutely necessary as Yalikavak is walkable and the dolmus (public transport minibus) runs along the road below the villa.
Prices for Lazy Dayz Villa
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Reservation Deposit: 16% of total booking cost
Booking Fee: £45.00 (applied to Deposit Payment
Refundable Breakages Deposit: £350 / Euro 400 / US$ 500 / TL1,800
Linen & Towels: Pool and Bath towels included
Electricity & Water: Included
Wi-Fi: Free Wi-fi
Payment Methods Accepted: PayPal, Stripe, Bank Transfer
Availability and Booking for Lazy Dayz Villa
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Guest Feedback for holidays at Lazy Dayz Villa
An Amazing Week | Sept 2018
Hi Annie - Just wanted to say thank for. We have just returned from an amazing week in Turkey. The villa was amazing and everything was perfect.
Thanks again
Date of Stay: Sept 2018
Source: Becky and Friends, UK
The View was even more Breathtaking than expected| August 2018
We thoroughly enjoyed our time in both villas and had a great holiday.
Thank you for all your help during the booking process. It's always a worry when using a new company but I couldn't fault the whole process.
The villas were just as we'd hoped, the view was even more breathtaking than expected!, our transfers were great and Sara was lovely throughout our stay.
I will definitely recommended you to family and friends. Thanks again Lorna
Date of Stay: Aug 2018
Source: Lorna & Family, UK (stayed at 2 villas for 3 weeks)
Lazy Dayz Villa was Perfect| August 2018
Hi Annie, We had a great holiday and found lazy Dayz villa to be perfect! We especially loved the stunning views from all the rooms.
We found Sara to be very helpful and friendly. Thank you for your help too.
Date of Stay: Aug 2018
Source: Naz & Family, UK
A Great Place | July 2018
We had a great time at Lazy Dayz villa, the house, pool, garden was perfect for our family of 7 persons. Sara the manager of the house was very kind and helpful. Yalikavak is av very beautiful place with great restaurants, beach, water etc. I can highly recommend this place.
Date of Stay: July 2018
Source: Karl and Family, Sweden
A Wonderful Holiday | May 2018
We had a wonderful holiday and Sara is the best manager and “carer” we had so far in these many years and holidays.
The house was very very nice and perfectly equipped but even when we had a problem Sara was of immediate assistance, so – just perfect.
Also the whole booking procedure was most friendly and structured and with a lot of helpful information. If we plan another holiday in this area we will definitely contact you first.
Date of Stay: May 2018
Source: Wolfgang and Family, Stuttgart, Germany
Paradise Found | September 2017
We all had a fabulous time at Lazy Dazy and the pictures and description of the villa hardly did it justice, as it really felt luxurious and as if we were in Paradise! Every bit of the booking process was handled so professionally by Annie of Peninsula Villas Bodrum and having the personal touch of another of their team, Sara, on the ground for help and advice made the whole experience effortless and they couldn't be more helpful in accommodating our needs and requests - what a dream team! We cannot wait to go back and would recommend booking in September as the holiday season is coming to an end so there were hardly any other holiday makers in the villas around us. Thanks Lazy Dazy!
Date of Stay: September 2017
Source: Clare and Family, Aberdeen, UK. Review direct from repeat guests posted on Trip Advisor
Lazy Dayz with great viewz | July 2017
Had a great time relaxing at the villa with help at hand from Sara with any minor problems. Bedrooms and shower rooms were spot on although we had hot water issues initially Sara soon gave me info to sort out. Had a great boat trip with Capt Izzet and went to Datca by ferry for the day. Steep climb if on foot so would advise taxis at every opportunity. All in all a great place to chill and unwind.
Date of Stay: July 2017
Source: Richard and Family, Liverpool, UK. Review direct from repeat guests posted on Trip Advisor
The Place is Really Amazing | June 2017
We stayed Lazy Dayz for 11 days and the place is really amazing. The service, the assistance and everything else works really well. The location is amazing - the beach is on the doorstep! This is a great family-friendly condo with a stunning pool and views
Date of Stay: June 2017
Source: Terese and Family, Sweden. Review direct from repeat guests posted on Trip Advisor
Another wonderful holiday in Lazy Dayz and the Bodrum Peninsula | July/Aug 2016
This was our 4th year in Yalikavak, and our 3rd stay at Lazy Dayz, so I guess this already tells its own story. The Bodrum Peninsula is a wonderfully relaxed and pretty part of Southern Turkey, and Yalikavak and its surrounds epitomise this.
We had another great holiday, very much helped by the villa, its facilities and, of course, its unrivalled fantastic views. The locals in the area are incredibly warm and friendly and, with the range of eating out options available, it's a good base to explore or just to relax. Equally, for eating in, the range of supermarkets is excellent. Turkish breakfasts are a must and a boat trip is very much worthwhile. This time we also had a couple of fantastic days at a hotel 'beach club' in Gundogan. We do love the jetties! It is our intention to return to the Peninsula again and we would highly recommend Lazy Dayz for families wanting a relaxing getaway in a safe and easy place to access, but without the over-commercialisation sometimes seen in other resorts. We love the area for its "Turkishness" and often you'll go days without hearing another English voice. It's also worth finishing by mentioning the wonderful service that Sara (the villa manager) provides - no problem is too small and this adds a great level of reassurance.
Review Submitted: August 2016
Date of Stay: Jul/Aug 2016
Source: Richard, Sharon and family via Holiday Lettings/Trip Advisor
Lovely villa with great views| September 2015
Our group of 3 couples stayed at Lazy Dayz for 2 weeks. The accommodation is ideal, 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms which is not easy to find. The villa is well equipped and nicely furnished. The outside space is exceptionally good with plenty of shady seating areas and a nice pool. There are great views over the bay. We had a few issues with water pressure but Sara, the local manager, was extremely efficient and helpful and got the problem resolved. Although the area is more built up than we expected, the road is quiet and it is only a few minutes drive into Yalikavak. There are plenty of restaurants and beach clubs within easy reach. We booked through a very helpful Annie at Peninsula Villas and would happily do so again.
Review Submitted: October 2015
Date of Stay: September 2015
Source: Holiday Lettings/Trip Advisor
Beautiful views and great service | August 2015
We have just returned from an amazing three week stay at the Lazy Dayz villa in Yalikavak. Firstly, booking with Penninsula Villas was an absolutely seemless process and were very reassuring with regards to handling the booking and payments. I have been caught out before on a villa scam, but Annie from Pennisula went out of her way to ensure I felt secure with the booking. I can highly recommend them, They kept in touch, sent contracts, confirmed payments and even sent us a full pack of info before we arrived on the area, restaurants etc - really excellent service. We were introduced to Sara who looks after the villa in Turkey. She not only emailed me before our arrival, but met us in her car just outside the village and we followed her to the villa. She had supplied water, bread and milk etc. and was on call for the entire time to help us with boat trips, any issues we had etc. She was great! On to the villa - it was beautiful! The views were spectacular and I am still missing them. The furnishings inside and outside the villa were of very good quality and contemporary. Apart from a few issues with water pressure (but everything else more than made up for this niggle), it was pretty perfect!
Review Submitted: September 2015
Date of Stay: Aug/Sept 2015
Source: Holiday Lettings/Trip Advisor
