The positive of this villa is the great location. Short walk into the top of town plus great sea views There is a great large outside space and inside plenty of amenities (cups, cutlery etc) Downsides: Although maintenance requests were responded to quickly by Altan (thank you), overall the villa is in a poorly maintained state. Many of these issues should have been checked before we arrived as they were completely obvious; Many lights out, sinks hanging off wall, a wasps nest in one room, cracked chipped paint, green slime in upper pool, curtains hanging off, huge hole to outside above the front door. The top floor pool was in such a dirty state, it was unusable which was really sad given we made this choice of villa based on having the waterfall We also had to request the waterfall element be switched off as it just soaked everywhere on the bottom floor which became a hazard for everyone and meant we had to walk in and out of the villa via a bedroom rather than the intended patio doors. There was only one sunbed on the upper deck and two rusty seats which meant we didnt even use the upper space to sit outside of the pool either. Overall we were really disappointed with this villa. Its in a higher budget bracket and given the issued we encountered, wasnt value for money. We wouldnt return unless all maintenance had been thoroughly reviewed.

We had a fantastic week in Villa Maris - great location so could walk to small supermarket/restaurants and beach club. Taxis easy into town/harbour area. We were only 5 and enjoyed the extra space. Few maintenance issues sorted promptly. Pool was perfect size and temperature. Amazing views across the Kalamar bay.

Beautifully maintained Unobstructed views Good position, within walking distance to local markets Definitely need a taxi to get back up to the villa but a managable walk into town, even with a pushchair Communication with maintenance team excellent Downsides: Seemed to be surrounded by owned villas or turkish residents who were all extremely loud, from all direction, throughout our weeks stay The top bedroom is in need of a refurb- very hot up there (although does have an amazing roof terrace) The villa outside spaces are overlooked from behind and one side although once at the very fromt of the property it does feel private

We had a lovely stay thank you. The villa is beautiful and we loved it. That view is incredible and the new sun loungers and garden furniture were great. Mustafa was so helpful and responded very quickly to anything asked, as did you so thank you. A couple of things… - the kitchen really lets this villa down. It is dated and not well equipped. The utensils were either broken or old and not really functional. There are few serving dishes and limited equipment for cooking- scissors, measuring jug, sharp knives etc. The dishwasher is hanging out the wall at a strange angle. The villa is luxurious but the kitchen is not - there should be decent plastic glass -ware to use around the pool- children’s cups are not ideal for adults and as such glasses are used around the pool which could lead to a problem if one gets broken - we would expect basics such as toilet roll, washing up liquid, washing up sponge etc to be provided in a villa charging almost £500 per night. There should be cleaning more than once in 10 days and definitely a change of bed linen which wasn’t done. Drinking water should be provided free of charge and if not, there should be clarity about it/arrangements for paying - most of the chairs for the outdoor dining table were broken on arrival- the armrests need screwing back in - some warning about the access road and its steepness should be given in the villa information - we would have booked a more powerful hire car had we known. Other companies that offer this villa do make reference to this in their villa info Many thanks again for all your help with our holiday

Another wonderful trip to Kalkan . Nice villa with stunning , uninterrupted , panoramic views. We have been travelling to Kalkan for a number of years but the last two times with Kalkan escapes have been the best because of the wonderful and attentive service given by Altan . He is a credit to the company and makes the process seamless and can’t do enough to help. He is the reason I will continue to use this company for my future villa bookings in Turkey . Thank you Omar

Review of Villa Istanblue I wanted to write a fair and honest review of Villa Istanblue, and after spending time there, I’d describe the overall experience as “just okay.” The villa has potential and charm, but it currently falls short in several key areas and feels more like a basic rental than a thoughtfully maintained holiday home. At first glance, the interiors look decent—furnished mostly with basic IKEA pieces—but closer inspection reveals a lack of care. Several lampshades were broken, curtains were coming off their hooks, and both the sofa and rugs were noticeably tired and worn. While the kitchen was reasonably well stocked with cutlery and crockery, there were no dish cloths, tea towels, or even a small bottle of washing-up liquid—simple essentials that would make the first morning more comfortable. There was also no mop provided. The bedding was disappointing. Some base sheets had small holes and weren’t crisp or clean-looking, and one bed was missing a top sheet entirely. The upstairs bedroom is very limited in space due to the sloped ceiling—it’s really only suitable for one person. The outdoor area is where the villa really starts to show its age. All of the outdoor cushions were badly marked, and the L-shaped sofa is in desperate need of replacement. The four metal loungers are cheap, and the back supports were cracked and broken. The two wooden loungers could use repainting or replacing, and again, the cushions were heavily marked. The pool towels were extremely faded and well past their prime. That said, the standout feature of our stay was Altan. He was absolutely outstanding—responsive, helpful, and genuinely apologetic for the issues we raised. He resolved what he could quickly and with great care, and his efforts were much appreciated. In fact, we chose not to raise some of the other concerns during our stay simply because many of them couldn’t be fixed immediately. What really highlighted the villa’s shortcomings was visiting two friends who were staying in nearby properties—both were not only better equipped and maintained but also significantly more affordable. Based on my experience, I wouldn’t recommend Villa Istanblue to friends in its current condition. It has a lot of charm and real potential, but it’s clear that more investment is needed. As it stands, it feels like a rental focused more on generating income than providing a high-quality guest experience. In my view, it’s not up to the standard I’d expect from properties in Altan’s portfolio. ⸻

We have just returned from a fabulous week at Villa Rainbow in Kisla, Kalkan that we booked through Kalkan Escapes. The Villa was perfect for us, clean and ideally positioned. We loved the infinity pool and its brilliant views across the bay. Altan from Kalkan Escapes was fantastic, from my initial enquiry to organising transfers and meeting us at the villa at a late hour when we arrived, he couldn’t have been more helpful and kind. My two children (15 and 17) will no doubt return. Neil

We had an amazing stay for 8 nights in Villa Victoria. The villa is beautiful with a stunning view which can be seen from 3 of the bedrooms and the main living area of the villa. The villa is in a central location and taxis were very easy to get. Altan was extremely helpful and gave us great restaurant, take out and beach club recommendations and he was very responsive. We also arranged airport transfers with Altan’s help and had no problems. We would definitely stay here again.

Ten adults stayed in Villa Alkan in Kalkan, for the first 2 weeks of June, for a special birthday holiday. The Villa was fantastic and the views were stunning. We couldn't have hoped for more This was our third visit to Kalkan, and our best Villa by far. Kalkan is a special place. We had amazing support from Altan at Kalkan Escapes, before and during our stay. Nothing was too much trouble and he was super-responsive. This was a great help and reassurance for us throughout our holiday. I can't recommend Kalkan Escapes enough!! They ensured we had a perfect holiday. Thank you Altan, we hope to see you again soon. Mary

We loved our stay at Villa Samira 4. Great location, we walked into town every night & got a taxi back. The Villa was well equipped, with everything you needed. Lovely pool, with sunbed area in the shallow end. Would happily return.

The Villa has wonderful views of Kalkan. A short drive or taxi ride will take you into town. We found the Villa to be perfect for our group, with everything you need. The garden is a little overgrown and not usable but ample space around the pool. We had a couple of small issues that were not dealt with hence only 4 star rating.

We had a wonderful week at Waters Edge. . We liked the property and would like to rebook next year. By way any small improvements we would suggest nicer towels for bedrooms, a larger shady area for the dining area - maybe a retracting canopy? Mosquito smoking and wasp traps would also be good. However the best part of the trip was the help and organisation you gave us. From transfers shopping and restaurant bookings, the Gulet all expertly done. I will certainly be booking through you again. You couldn’t have been more helpful! Thank you!.