Situated on a gentle slope leading down to a private beach front, jetty and bay snug in a corner of Gundogan, this impressive and private villa sits within private grounds of 4,000 square meters boasting uninterrupted views over the sea.
Entering through a gated winding drive way first appears a staff house with 3 separate staff apartments . There is plenty of parking spaces and a closed garage for 3 cars, following the drive way down the main villa is approached which is spread over 3 levels:
The entrance level boasts a grand living room, dining room, and television lounge, all opening out on to the large surrounding terrace. A well designed fitted- kitchen and a guest bathroom complete this floor.
Up to the top floor is the impressive and spacious master bedroom suite consisting of his- and her bathrooms, a dressing room, and a vast private terrace. The main landing with a sky light and large picture window has a cozy sitting area with a small kitchen service area. A guest wing on this floor consists of 3 spacious en-suite bedrooms, each with either a terrace or garden .
On the lower ground floor which opens out to the pool area consists of a large 2nd living area, library and a fireplace, another service kitchen serves the pool and terraces in addition there is a superb spa facility including a sauna, steam room, Turkish hammam and a massage room.
The villa is equipped with a technical room and lots of storage rooms. This magnificent home also houses 2 spacious and light guest apartments each with 3 en-suite bedrooms, a spacious living area, and a small kitchen. The two apartments are 174 m2 each x 2 plus the staff house ~125 m2. Also it is possible to build more apartments or space going down as the ratio was lower than allowed to ground area. The guest level connects to a well manicured grass area.
The sea is reached via a staircase with rockery on either side winding down to crystal clear water and a private jetty, the beach area can be extended and cultivated. The villa has an art deco feel and is generally in good condition.
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Gundogan is a small traditional town on the Bodrum Peninsula. Historically, it was known as Farilya, today it is referred to as Gundogan, meaning “sunrise”. The ancient Lelegian city of Madnasa is nearby, and ancient rock formations to the east of the town are still visible. It is still an important town for sponge diving, fishing, olive and tangerine growing. The old and also new settlers have protected the character of the town and new developments have not touched the older houses surrounded with trees of mandarins, olive, pomegranates, bananas and oak. The scent of orange trees welcoming visitors along the sea-side still remains. The hillsides in this area of the Peninsula are shrouded in pine trees, and give Gundogan a different vibe than some of the more barren looking parts of the Peninsula. These hillsides are perfect for hiking and to explore the area for Leleg ruins.
Gundogan is where many Turkish families from Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir etc have holiday homes which they visit each year which makes the town more ‘Turkish in feel compared with some of the neighbouring town. However, over the last decade, Gundogan has become popular with developers investing in the area, building smart hotels and holiday homes inhabited and frequented by tourists from other countries. The area now has a very smart, cosmopolitan feel but retains its traditional charm. It is also less expensive than other parts of the Peninsula.
Restaurants, cafes and boutique hotels line the horseshoe shaped beach, some have wooden jetties stretching out from the beach over the water with large colourful cushions and loungers provided for sunbathing and dining. Boutique hotels mix with traditional eating places, giving the area a traditional and chilled out atmosphere. Relax and take it easy with the local delicacies or a chilled glass of wine.
