From the initial booking to the holiday, everything was very efficient and professional. The villa was amazing, very upmarket and we were given lots of information before we left to make everything perfect. We had a few queries on holiday which were..."
Great service from Simpson from start to finish! Very helpful in deciding where to travel to, suggesting several suitable villas, and then making all the bookings. Great to have Simpson reps meet us at the airport for our transfer, and friendly and..."
Simpson looked after us incredibly well. All of our needs had been anticipated and catered for in advance and if anything else did crop up, they were quick to find an answer or solution. The Simpson service genuinely made our holiday entirely relaxed..."
At a glance
- Sleeps 8
- 4 bedrooms
- 4 bathrooms
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Swimming pool
Property highlights
- Exceptional villa
- Stunning sea views
- Two private pools over two levels
- Walk downhill to Kalkan and restaurants
From its elevated location just above Kalkan, the outstanding Villa Mars combines magnificent sea views with indulgently spacious accommodation, all within walking distance of the exclusive beach clubs, superb restaurants and boutique shops of Kalkan. Built over ten years ago, Mars was one of the leading and first examples of the new wave of stylish and ultra-modern Kalkan properties and it still stands the test of time. Booked in combination with neighbouring Villa Venus, it also offers a wonderful opportunity for large groups to travel together and enjoy this special spot.
The villa is ideal for families and groups of friends, with generous social spaces and quiet corners for reading, snoozing or just marvelling at the spectacular views. The bright lights of Kalkan are conveniently close, but with so much private space at your disposal you might be more tempted to simply fire up the barbecue and crack open something deliciously chilled as the sun slips below the horizon. For a luxurious yet effortless evening in, our private chef service comes highly recommended.
With two private pools there’s little incentive to leave Villa Mars during the daytime either, however Kalkan centre can be reached in ten minutes on foot, ideal for older children and teenagers keen for a little independence. Kalkan’s charming streets are a delight to explore whatever age you are, though the steep terrain means the return to the villa takes rather longer, especially on a full stomach! The inclines can feel a little intimidating even in a hire car, so if you’d prefer private airport transfers as an alternative, we’d be happy to arrange this. For local journeys during your stay, Kalkan taxis are plentiful and relatively inexpensive.
Looking for 10 nights..? Why not add a 3-night stay in a boutique hotel to your villa holiday. To find out more, view our 10-night holidays in Turkey.
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Villa barbecues
Many of our villas have a barbecue provided. However, use of barbecues may be restricted or prohibited during the main summer season in order to comply with local regulations.
* For further clarification on Facilities and Amenities, please view the 'Details' tab for each property or speak to one of our experienced sales consultants.
All guests staying in Kalkan are treated to a complimentary Turkish bath (hamam) treatment in the Kalkan Regency hotel's renowned spa and a day trip on the hotel’s traditional gület boat, Poseidon, with lunch and a welcome glass of bubbles included (additional drinks will need to be paid for on board). Tea/coffee and cakes will be served in the afternoon. Please speak to your local representative on arrival to confirm your bookings. Simpson Travel guests also enjoy free entry to Indigo Beach Club and a 5% reduction on any purchase at the Palm Beach Club. View full details on our blog.
Accommodation
Layout
- 4 bedroom villa (sleeps 2-8)
Ground floor
- Open-plan living/dining/kitchen area with Smart TV
- Kitchen includes oven, hob, microwave, Nespresso coffee machine, fridge-freezer, dishwasher (2 steps separate kitchen and living area)
- Twin bedroom (100cm x 200cm beds) with en-suite shower room, leads to pool terrace
- Utility room with washing machine
- WC
First floor
- Double bedroom (160cm x 200cm bed) with en-suite bathroom including bath and shower, leads to balcony
- Double bedroom (180cm x 200cm bed) with en-suite shower room, leads to balcony
- Twin bedroom (100cm x 200cm beds) with en-suite bathroom with bath and shower, leads to balcony
- Small TV room
General
- Complimentary WiFi
- Air-conditioned throughout
- Iron, ironing board, hairdryer, pool and bath towels provided
- Built-in stone barbecue
- Outside shaded dining area
- Infinity swimming pool 6m x 8m (depth 1.35m throughout) ), accessed via Roman steps
- Private swimming pool 6m x 3.7m (depth 1m throughout) with ladder
- 31 steps up to front door
- Steep driveway leads up to villa with parking for one car only, a second car would be required to park 30 metres above the villa
- Back-up generator in case of local power cuts
- Optional meze delivery service
Simpson family extras
- Complimentary infant pack (includes cot/travel cot, bed guard, highchair, bottle steriliser, baby bath, non-slip bath mat, potty, excludes baby-gate)
- Family favourite range of toys and games, suitable for ages 5-11
- Car seats and booster seats can be provided at a supplement, subject to availability
- To pre-book any of our family extras please call 020 8392 5747
WiFi
- All properties with WiFi are able to support basic functionality such as web browsing and checking emails*
* We aim to offer an uninterrupted service but sometimes due to factors beyond our control reliability can be affected.
Location
- Shops/restaurants (Kalkan) 3min drive or 5-10min walk (steep walk downhill)
- Kalkan beach and beach clubs 5min drive or 20min walk (steep walk downhill)
- Patara Beach 20min drive
- Dalaman airport 1hr 45min drive
Car hire
Car options
When you book a flight-inclusive package holiday, the following hire car(s) are included in the price of your holiday:
- 2-4 guests – 1 Group B, Fiat Egea or similar*
- 5 guests – 1 Group D, Dacia Duster or similar*
- 6-8 guests – 2 Group B, Fiat Egea or similar*
* All our cars include full comprehensive insurance with zero excess. For this particular destination, the undercarriage, tyres and windscreen are excluded from the cover.
Car specification
Group B – 1.3 litre petrol engine, 2 large and 2 medium suitcases*
Group D – 1.5 litre diesel engine, 3 large and 2 medium suitcases*
The following cars are available as alternatives on request (supplements apply). Please call our travel specialists for details.
Group F – Automatic Fiat Egea or similar, 1.6 litre petrol engine, 2 large and 2 medium suitcases*
Group A – Automatic Ford Kuga SUV or similar, 1.6 litre diesel engine, 3 large and 1 medium suitcases*
Group C – Automatic Citroen C4 SUV or similar, 1.5 litre diesel engine, 2 large and 1 medium suitcases*
Group E – Automatic Ford Custom 8+1 seater or similar, 1.6 litre diesel engine, 3 large and 4 medium suitcases*
* Suitcase sizes are based on a large suitcase being approximately 75cm x 45cm x 23cm and a medium suitcase of approximately 60cm x 40cm x 23cm.
Kalkan holidays are all about beach clubs, boat trips and enjoying a luxury stay in some of the best holiday accommodation anywhere in our entire collection. Kalkan sits on Turkey’s stunning Turquoise Coast: a cosmopolitan, vibrant resort, famous for its harbourside lounge bars and rooftop restaurants, offering mouth-watering fusion cuisine where east meets west in a magical setting. A day at a beach club is the classic Kalkan holiday experience, a big hit with sociable teens but also for couples who can enjoy a decadent afternoon of waiter service on a lounger by the sea.
The town centre is a treasure trove of narrow streets, whitewashed Ottoman houses and inviting boutiques. Other Kalkan holiday highlights for Simpson Travel guests include a complimentary hamam (steam bath) and a Turquoise Coast cruise in a wooden gület. Kalkan has an incredibly loyal following; browse some of our favourites below and find out why so many of our guests rebook their Kalkan holidays year after year.
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Location
- Shops/restaurants (Kalkan) 3min drive or 5-10min walk (steep walk downhill)
- Kalkan beach and beach clubs 5min drive or 20min walk (steep walk downhill)
- Patara Beach 20min drive
- Dalaman airport 1hr 45min drive
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