This traditional stone holiday cottage is located in a secluded spot in the citrus orchards of Bitez on the Bodrum Peninsula. The village is a Conservation Area where building is kept to a minimum and local rural life continues at a slower pace. The cottage has its own private garden, beautifully planted, and a delightful splash pool where guests while away the days between trips to the nearby beach or exploring the surrounding historical region.
A 15 to 20 minute walk through the orchards leads you south to sandy Bitez Beach with a wide variety of restaurants, cafes and bars, as well as shops and stalls selling unique handcrafts. Head north to explore the old village, where the local weekly farmers’ market boasts an wonderful array of seasonal fruit, vegetables and a sea of spices and nuts. Amongst other well established and much loved locales, the homemade ice cream shop in the heart of the village is not to be missed
Olive Cottage is the perfect choice for those seeking peace and quiet off the beaten track and an authentic rural experience within easy reach of everything the vibrant town of Bodrum has on offer.
Olive Cottage originally functioned as the orchard irrigation pump house, and the head of the well, where donkeys once hauled up the water, still remains. Whilst retaining original features, the property been carefully converted, restored and modernised. The oak beamed interior of the cottage is airy and comfortable, decorated in a simple Mediterranean style featuring antique pine furnishings and traditional Turkish kilim rugs. A private enclosed garden of orange, mandarin, lemon and grapefruit trees surrounds the cottage, and is planted with fragrant flowers and herbs. The stone paved terrace with divan seating and cushions offers cool shade and overlooks the inviting splash pool. A dining area beneath orange trees is perfect for al fresco breakfasts and barbeques.
To Book Olive Cottage For A Summer Holiday In The Enchanting Bitez Village, Bodrum
Contact UsFor sun lovers, foodies, water sports enthusiasts, historians, photographers and artists, climbers, walkers and shopaholics, the Bodrum peninsula has just so much to offer you will probably already be planning your next trip on your journey home!
Bodrum’s beaches are paradise for water sports and yacht sailing. From windsurfing and kite surfing to water skiing, paddle boarding and kayaking there is something for all abilities and a choice of surf and sail clubs at which to find some pro instruction and après surf fun.
The range of eateries in the area is wonderfully diverse. From local lokantas serving home-cooking, to delicious street food snacks, the busy fish market establishments, glamorous designer restaurants, bistro café-bars overlooking the yacht marina, and a choice of venues serving international cuisine, the choice of feast is yours!
Take to the water on our traditional wooden Turkish gulet yacht, Kelebek, for the day; a small group of up to 8 guests enjoy a mini blue cruise stopping at a number of bays and coves for swimming and snorkelling and delicious lunch and drinks on board.
From easy local village rambles and walks on the beach, in particular the lovely Aquarium coastal walk which starts on the cottage doorstep, to more challenging treks up into the rugged hills at Dagbelen and other inland locations, this area is also great for hikers especially those hoping to spot the not infrequent site of ancient Carian ruins.
This idyllic private spot in one of Turkey’s most desirable rural locations is an ideal holiday cottage retreat but within easy reach of the beach, lovely Bitez village, shops, markets and restaurants.
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