Marmaris Turkey Property | Property in Turkey

Here is an overview of Marmaris in Turkey. We have reviewed the different resorts in Marmaris and provided lifestyle and activities information in the Marmaris Peninsula area and surrounding towns and villages.

The Marmaris Peninsula

Marmaris is one of Turkey’s most popular resorts, which attracts lots of British holidaymakers, many of whom return year after year and Turkey property investors. It is a favourite with families and young couples alike. Due to its popularity, it has grown enormously over the years, hotels rapidly filling the space between the green hills and the azure seas. It is in a stunning setting, its geography remarkably similar to that of the fjords, with pine-clad hills dropping steeply to the sea, jagged inlets and tiny rocky islets off the coast. It is perfect for owning a property in Turkey to use as a holiday home or long term investment.

There is a wide choice of accommodation, from five star luxury to self-catering apartments, but the vast majority is of three star standards. What the buildings lack in character they make up for in offering value for money. Most of the accommodation is built on the other side of the seafront itself, but many of the newer hotels are on the hillside in the areas such as Armutalan. The beach can get busy in high season, but many people prefer to stay by the hotel pool. Lined with palms, the seafront has a typical Mediterranean feel and is a great place for an evening promenade. Shops, bars and restaurants line the streets, vying with each other to secure your custom for dinner – each offering more attractive than the last. There is no hassle though – the local authorities are strict about touts operating in the street, which makes for a more relaxed atmosphere, the ideal place to own property in Turkey.

By day, life revolves around the narrow strip of sandy beach which runs the length of the resort. Each morning boats leave from the old harbour for day trips to visit the islands and bays around the coast. The area around the harbour offers a taste of the character of the old town, overlooked by the ancient castle, which is now a museum. The Netsel marina is reached by a small footbridge, and is one of the largest and most modern in Turkey, the hangout of the jet-set, who moor their luxury yachts here. The small shopping centre houses upmarket boutiques and intimate restaurants. The real bargains are to be found in the bazaar area, with hundreds of small shops offering the usual Turkish wares – clothing, leather, jewellery and handicrafts. There is a wide variety of goods on offer, and it definitely pays to look around and hone your bartering skills to get the best prices.

Marmaris really comes to life though as the sun sets. The shops in the narrow streets stay open until late and the bars and clubs are open until the early hours of the morning. It is easy to get around, the main resort area is fairly flat so shouldn’t pose too many problems for those pushing pushchairs or wheelchairs. There are shuttle services operating in high season between Mamaris and Icmeler, well as the ubiquitous dolmuses which run from all areas of both resorts and on to Turunc. There are also boat services between the main resorts and even late at night it is easy to find taxis. Turkey property in Marmaris is ideal for families, couples and for retirement property.

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Icmeler
Icmeler is a popular resort with families and a great place to own property in Turkey, and it is easy to see why. It is much greener than neighbouring Marmaris, with wide streets lined with trees and a relaxed ambience. It nestles in the shelter of dramatic pine-clad mountains with a wide sweeping bay of coarse sand, where all kinds of water-sports are available. The waters are shallow and calm making it relatively safe for children. The views from the beach are stunning, as it appears to be almost surrounded by mountains, dropping steeply into the sea. There is an abundance of restaurants, serving a full range of Turkish and international cuisine, plenty of lively bars and lots of shops. For those who want serious nightlife, Marmaris is just a short dolmus or taxi ride away. There is a full range of hotel and self-catering accommodation here, including luxurious 4 and 5 star hotels set right on or overlooking the seafront. Boats head out from the bay for day-trips around the stunning coastline, taking in the tiny islets around the coast. The main resort area is flat, which makes getting around very easy, even with a pushchair or wheelchair, although some of the outlying areas are on slopes. Turkey property in Icmeler is ideal for a holiday home in the sun.

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Turunc
Turunc is reached by a steep, winding road, which snakes around the mountains from Icmeler. As you round a sharp bend, you catch your first glimpse of the resort lying in front of you, steep mountains giving way to the small bay with its sparkling waters and sandy beach. Turunc is a sleepy resort, full of character. The accommodation here is mainly small family-run hotels, with some good self catering properties. The main street has a good selection of restaurants with a few music bars, and enough shops to cater for your immediate holiday requirements. The roads which lead down to the resort are steep, however, so it is not ideal for those who have difficulty in walking. Boats leave from the charming quayside for daytrips around the surrounding bays and there are also water taxi services to Marmaris, approximately 30 minutes away, for those who want to do some serious bargain hunting.

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Akyaka
Akyaka is popular with local Turkish holidaymakers, but accommodation here is only available through a handful of UK operators. It is less than an hour’s drive from Marmaris but in character its worlds away. It is perfect for those who want to experience the real Turkey, away from the crowds. Little more than a village, part of its charm comes from the distinctive local architecture, with octagonal shaped houses with intricately carved wooden ceilings, balconies and window frames. Lying in the Azmak river valley, Akyaka is surrounded by fragrant eucalyptus trees. The river winds down through fields to the seafront, where there is a small sandy beach and a number of beachfront restaurants. A few miles outside the town, reached by road or sea are the attractive Cakali Plaji or pebble beach. There are a number of excellent fish restaurants on the river, and a small village centre with more restaurants and a few shops. There is a small chemist but no bank and any major purchases are best made in Marmaris. Akyaka is ideal for Turkey property in set in a traditional and more tranquil setting.

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Datca
Datca is set to the end of the peninsula, where the Aegean meets the Mediterranean, facing the tiny Greek island of Simi. It is a popular stopping off point for the gullets on a Blue Cruise from Bodrum or Marmaris, but is relatively difficult to access by road, even though Marmaris is just 75kms away, which means that it has remained relatively undeveloped. This is a blessing for the visitors who came here for its unspoilt beauty and authentic atmosphere. It is a charming village, its whitewashed buildings draped with bougainvillea, with plenty of shops, bars and restaurants serving mostly fish and traditional Turkish fare. There are some beautiful beaches nearby including the bays of Aktur and Kargi. There is a regular ferry service to Bodrum as well as to the Greek island of Simi. The ruins of the ancient Carian city of Knidos stand at the end of the peninsula, some 38kms away. The city was famed for its temple of Aphrodite, the remains of which can still be seen today, and was an important centre of art and culture in the 4th century BC.

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