Culture and history: Türkiye means ‘land of the strong’ an old Turkic/Arabic compound. Anatolia, the huge expanse of Asian Turkey, translates as ‘sunrise’ from the ancient Greek. Both poetic epitaphs are fitting depictions of a place blessed with striking physical beauty, a true crossroad of civilisations. Bridging Europe and Asia has given Turkey a unique feel not found in mainland Europe. While Turkey’s Islamic culture provides an exciting and stimulating backdrop, the country is a secular state and an extremely comfortable and welcoming country to buy a golfing property in.

Financial Stability: Turkey has one of the fastest growing economies in the world. Despite the world recession, Turkey achieved a growth rate of around 9 per cent in 2010, the fastest in Europe and third among G20 countries. This impressive financial performance is proving to be a real draw to golfing property investors from around the world. In addition, Turkey is outside of the European Union and is not directly affected by fluctuations in the Euro.

Benign Climate: The Turquoise coast of Turkey offers long hot summers, cooling breezes and short mild winters. In Belek for example, bright sunshine is likely on 73% of daylight hours of the year. This compares extremely favourably with most European countries. This weather provides the ideal climate in which to enjoy a round of golf with fellow friends and neighbours.

Geography: Modern Turkey is a country six times the size of Greece but with half the number of people per square kilometre. Huge sweeping landscapes provide the visitor with a variety of vistas unparalleled in any country in Europe. From the outstandingly beautiful coastline of south-west Turkey to the exciting melting pot that is Istanbul, Turkey has it all. Despite the increasingly popularity of Turkey as a Golfing holiday destination it is still easy to find unspoilt beaches, protected coves and authentic Turkish villages serving local delicacies.

Growth in Golfing Tourism: Turkey is experiencing an unprecedented level of golfing tourist activity. During the high season (April to October) tourists flock to Turkey and even outside the season numbers are rising. Turkish hospitality is well known and a major draw for holidaymakers and expats alike – as is the high standard and variety of Turkish golf courses. Many of the courses have special discount tee times for members that are competitive when comparing them to golf course fees around the world.

Low Crime Rates: Turkey is blessed with a very low level of crime and this has been confirmed by a recent report on European crime rates. A comparison of EU and Turkish statistical data showed that Turkey is one of the safest countries in Europe. These rates have led people to buy golfing property with ease of mind.

Affordability: While golfing property prices in Turkey are still very competitive when compared to other countries, steep rises in value are estimated in coming years. Property hotspots such as Belek are being watched carefully by investors and substantial returns are predicted over the next few years. All of which makes selecting one of the golfing properties in Turkey a sensible and exciting choice.

Part of the reason the flight was so cheap was because it departed at an hour that only owls should see – so I needed to be at the airport seriously early. I decided that the best thing to do was book into a Gatwick airport hotel the night before my flight along with booking my Gatwick airport parking, it would still be an early morning but at least this way it would be preceded by a relaxing evening and a bit of sleep.

A friend had recommended Holiday Extras so I had a look at what they offered in terms of Gatwick airport hotels and found everything that I needed. All plans were in place and I was just ready for the day to fly to Turkey. That soon come about pretty quickly and before long I was at Istanbul airport being met by my estate agent.

He took me to a hotel and ensured I settled in before reconfirming our appointment the next day. I woke up bright and early thanks to the easy flight and assistance of the estate agent. That day was spent looking around properties and I was completely amazed at the choice that was available to me. İ wanted a cosmopolitan city apartment that suited my budget and there was too much to choose from. The building standards were high and all paperwork was in place.

As this was only a fact finding mission, I took back photos of the property that i wanted to purchase to my wife. We are both flying out next month to buy the property. So the rest of the time that I had in Turkey was spent sight seeing and I enjoyed every minute of it. The whole journey was smooth from start to finish thanks to the fact that I had booked the hotel and airport parking at Gatwick. It was also because of the assistance of the agent at this end.

Two bedroom one bathroom ground floor apartment, offered fully furnished, 90M2, terrace overlooking main pool.

The apartment is situated on a lovely small complex located at the top part of Didim, close to the new marina road, giving good access to all local amenities, within walking distance.

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Onsite facilities.

• Three outdoor pools with children’s shallow swimming area.
• Poolside café bar
• Small mini market
• Internet access
• Communal satellite system
• Free shuttle bus service to and from the near by resort of Altinkum
• 24Hr reception/security
• CCTV
• Developers maintenance
• Money exchange
• Onsite excursion booking
• Full rental management services are also available is required

Fantastic  high specification finishes throughout, furnished to a high standard, 4 bedroom 4 bathroom, (all en-suit) downstairs cloak room, separate kitchen, private pool 3 x 5 m, plot size 340m2 internal build size 190m2 plus 45m2 roof terrace and 8 other terraces from bedrooms and lounge with sea views.

Air-condition units and mosquito nets throughout, all white goods included.

Offered fully furnished, all new

New build ready to move in to.

Four bedroom semi detached villa, sold part furnished. The property is on three levels, with entrance hall area with cloak room, main entrance door leading to lounge, recessed kitchen area, large dining room with open fire.

First floor has master bedroom, there is another large area presently being used as a large second lounge area, this can be used as a further bedroom and walk in wardrobe or large en suite bathroom could be added. Main bathroom with Jacuzzi bath, level two has two further double bedrooms and good size private sun terrace.

Located on an established quiet development, a short distance from the new marina road at the top of Didim. Ideal for permanent living or summer holiday home.

The site is maintained all year, and is beautifully landscaped with mature trees and plants.

Onsite in the summer months there is a large communal pool, bar restaurants and shop, tennis and basketball courts, large children’s playing area, all year 24 hour security and reception.

The site is on the local bus route which runs on a regular basis to and from the main busy resort of Altinkum, where you will find many sandy beaches, bars, restaurants, shopping and night clubs, and is a short walk to the popular historic site Temple of Apollo.

Re-sale two bedroom apartments fully furnished apartments, located in a central area of Altinkum, 600m to beaches, and 1 km to the new Didim marina.

This very sort after development is ideally located for easy walking to the main thriving holiday resort of Altinkum, with many bars, restaurants, night clubs and shops. If you want a property for a family holiday and for rental income, this complex is ideal.

The site is fully managed and well maintained, and has all the onsite facilities you will need for an enjoyable holiday.

Onsite facilities

2 large communal pools, one semi Olympic

Poolside bar & restaurant

Children’s play ground area

Children’s activity area with pool table and table tennis

On site 24 hr reception

Onsite excursion booking service

Full rental management service

Car hire

Airport transfer service

Cleaning and laundry service

Money exchange

Internet

There are balconies from three of the bedrooms on the first floor level.

The property is offered part furnished and is in excellent condition.

The area of Yesilkent is very popular for permanent or semi permanent living, but is also used by may as a quiet

holiday area as is a short walk from the sea, although it is away from the popular busy resort of Altinkum this can be reached via the local bus service, which runs on a very regular basis to and from the resort, the journey will take you 10 minutes on the local bus. The area has a couple of very nice restaurants and small local shops which stay open late into the night for all your basis day to day groceries.

Open plan lounge with open fire and dining area, with recessed kitchen, the kitchen has integrated white goods, oven

microwave, hob cooker and extractor.

The property is on three levels with large terrace from lounge with two further terraces from bedrooms.

The main bathroom is fitted with a high specification Jacuzzi bath with twin power shower unit.

3 double bedrooms are located on the first floor level with a fourth bedroom in the basement level.

The property is finished to a high specification and is offered part furnished to include, curtains, light fittings, air conditioning units to all bedrooms and main lounge dining area, and solar.

The villa sits in a plot of approximately 300m2 plot, with private pool, there is also private off road gated parking.

Two small blocks consisting of 4 duplexes and the other consisting of 8 duplexes.

Situated in an elevated position with fantastic panoramic sea and mountain views, just 600 m2 from one of Akbuks sandy beaches, and the centre, where you will find a very traditional Turkish atmosphere, with many bars, restaurants shops, and the main bus station next to the market square.

The main focal point of Akbuk bay is the small pedestrian harbor.

Lovely 2 Bedroom first floor apartment, offered fully furnished to a high standard, air condition units in both bedrooms, and all white goods. Situated on a small complex located at the top part of Didim, close to the new marina road, giving good access to all local amenities, within walking distance.

The complex consists of just six small blocks with only 104 apartments and duplexes.

All are two apartments and duplexes with many different designs.

From the balcony you have sea and green area views which is off the lounge area. The property is 87m2 with separate kitchen through an archway from the lounge, 2 good size bedrooms and a large bathroom with walk in shower.

The property is ideally suited for permanent living or holiday use, and would generate a good rental return due to its location. Altinkum has much to offer the holiday maker, whether you are into history, go carting, beaches, water parks, water sports, or just a quiet relaxed holiday.

Both Izmir International airport and Milas Bodrum airport service this area, both are just over an hour drive at present, but the new road links presently under construction and due for completion 2012 will shorten the journey time, flights from all UK airports to both are available all year 

Onsite facilities.

• Three outdoor pools with children’s shallow swimming area.
• Landscaped gardens
• Poolside café bar
• Small mini market
• Internet access
• Communal satellite system
• Free shuttle bus service to the near by resort of Altinkum
• 24Hr reception/security
• CCTV
• Developers maintenance
• Money exchange
• Onsite excursion booking
• Full rental management services
• Access to use indoor heated pool and all other facilities in the newly completed complex from same developer next door to this complex.