Sit back and relax whilst we take you on a virtual journey to Villa Hanorah in  Dikili Turkey  a charming beach resort  situated in the”The Pearl of Aegean”.

The region has so much to offer, miles of sandy beaches, hidden coves, and numerous sites of historical interest. Set amid Mountains, olive groves, and cotton fields it is recommended by the Lonely planet author Tom Brosnahan as the ideal place to get away from the maddening crowd.

Imagine yourself in comfortable accommodation,  spacious and bright and furnished like a home from home.  Villa Hanorah offers a child friendly break for those with children or a cultural haven for those without.  The over 50’s appreaciate the thermal spas and sites of culture and history.

A typical morning starts with an organic breakfast on the ground terrace. After breakfast you take a walk to the sandy beach a stones throw away. You find it un crowded and take a swim in the glass clear sea lapping gently against the shore. Later you take shelter under a straw umbrella and feel more relaxed and at peace than you have done in years. Before you return to the villa for a glass of chilled wine you take a final dip in the large shared pool.

In the afternoon you notice on your personal itinery that it is the day for your trip to a traditional Turkish mountain village.

On your journey up you are stunned by the kozak plateau which rivals even Tuscany in terms of natural beauty. When you arrive you are given a tour of the traditional houses and mosque as our families guests.

In the evening you wonder if things can get better than this and see that the following day you are due to visit historical Bergama and then bathe in a thermal spa frequented by Cleopatra herself. On your return home you are the envy of your friends with your tales and adventures of the real Turkey that few foreign tourists get to see.

Responsible Travel

We are also a member of responsibletravel.com who have strict criteria. This means you can be safe in the knowledge that a holiday with us will be benefitting local people, and minimising any negative impacts on the destination. To find out why you should book a holiday listed on RT click here

Beat the credit crunch

Villa Hanorah in Dikili is also uniquely placed as it remains undiscovered by mass tourism so prices are significantly lower than the more commercial resorts.

When you come to Villa Hanorah there are no compromises on standards just great value accommodation for couples or families alike.

Prices start from just £270 per week and we can accommodate up to 6. There are also great value flight available especially off peak. Forget the credit crunch come to Villa Hanorah.

Still not convinced read just a snippet of our 100 % positive feedback. Then it’s time you came to Villa Hanorah in unspoilt Dikili – it’s Turkey’s best-kept secret.”

Dear Sharon and Gokhan we would like to express our real thanks for the wonderful holiday we had at Villa Hanorah, it is a real gem. Spacious, well presented and full of modern equipment, it lacks nothing”.

“We have stayed in numerous villas in America as well as all over Europe and i must say all that all the hard work you have put into yours as well as organizing the trips and the use of the Mysia hotels facilities makes your villa the best organized we have stayed”.”It was one of the best holidays we have ever had and we would recommend it to anyone”!

“This resort is ideal for anyone looking for a quiet holiday destination with good facilities available. We intend to return”.

“The neighbours were so welcoming and friendly showering us with all sorts of help and Turkish food to eat. The town of Dikili is delightful, it is a real find, unspoilt by foreign visitors, it is a resort where the Turkish people are friendly helpful and hassle free”.

“The beaches at Dikili, Bademli and Candarli were all beautiful with soft sand and clear water”.

“We found Dikili laid back, uncomplicated, tranquil, with friendly people and good facilities. It’s beautiful beaches and bountiful history is breathtaking. Dikili and the surrounding areas have everything from an abundance of restaurants to archaeological remains, plus superb shopping, eating and drinking options, there’s is something to suit everyone”. Read Full Feedback

You’ll notice our website contains a lot of information – that’s because there is a lot to say! Please have a good browse and if you have any questions about the villa, the region or getting to Turkey – we’re here to help. We have years of experience in the Turkish travel industry and we can plan any part of your trip for you. Contact us at villahanorah@gmail.com

The drive into Dikili from Izmir (once out of the city) offers some spectacular scenery. For the most of the journey it is a straight road. Although the transfer is 2 hours I believe this is start of the holiday so try to book in daylight hours.

The scenery consists of mountains, olive groves, vineyards and cotton fields. See the people working the land; horses and carts are still widely in use. Alternatively, how about the sight of a tractor with about 20 workers hanging on for dear life. This is where you start to get a feel for real Turkish life.

Dikili is a seaside fishing town that is made up of mainly holiday villas and a few hotels. The charming centre with cobbled streets has restaurants, bars and shops.

Dikili becomes largely deserted in the winter, except for the die-hard residents that live there all year round.

In the summer months, Turkish tourists with summerhouses venture there for their holidays, and at weekends.

To view Dikili on Google Earth click here

Cleaning

The villa will be clean on your arrival and will be cleaned at the end of your stay. If you require addtional cleaning this can be arranged for a fee please contact us to find out more.

Linen

On arrival you will find enough bedding and towels for your party to last for the duration of your holiday. If you are staying for a 2 week period a change of bottom, top sheet and pillow case will also be provided. Please note that beds will be unmade on arrival which will allow you to decide on your ideal sleeping arrangements. If at anytime you feel you would benefit from extra blankets just let us know when you are in resort and we will be happy to provide them. Please note that you are not expected to wash the linen or the white towels this will be done for you at the end of your stay.

Sample Itinery & Information Pack

All guests will be issued with sample suggested itinery of things to do and see whilst they are on holiday at Villa Hanorah. We will also supply a detailed information pack that will contain everything you need to know to ensure your trip runs as smoothly as possible. Things we include range from currency ready reckoners to check lists of essential items or tasks you should carry out prior to departure.

Free Travel Planning

Included in our price is free travel planning. This can include researching the best value flights, car hire deals or even overnight stays to places of interest such as Ephesus or Cappadocia for example. Just request this service when enquiring as realise some guests prefer to do this for themselves.

Utilities – Reasonable use of electric and gas and the internet are included in the price. We reserve the right to charge for unreasonable usage. What we would consider unreasonable is where the electric units used are more than the seasonal average per week with an extra 20% added on top for good measure. This would normally only occur if the air-conditioning or other utilities were left on when your party is not in the property. In addition only 2 hours per day of internet are included in our weekly prices.

EXTRA SERVICES NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE

Transfers

Transfers are not included in the price and should be arranged and paid for separately to your holiday. Tansfers cost £50 each each during low season and £60 each way during high season. You can also hire our driver for days trips at £35 per day. This will include tour guide duties if required.

Baby Sitting Service

If you have young children and would like some time on your own either during the day or in the evening we can also supply a baby sitting service. A daily rate would be £15 per hour or £40 for an overnight stay. Click here to find out more.

Private Cook

If you would like to have a traditional Turkish Meal cooked for you in the Villa whilst you sit back and relax just let us know. The meal will cost £18 per person and will include all cleaning up. So if you have a special occasion during your visit why not spoil yourself or someone else.

PROBLEMS IN RESORT

If you experience problem with the facilities fixtures or fittings please let us know as soon as they occur. Everything should work well and if it doesn’t this would indicate a problem. So if the shower is not working or anything else let us know and we will be able to resolve it for you normally on the same or next day.

SAFETY

Safety is very important to us and there are 3 smoke alarms, 2 fire extinguishers and a first aid kit for your peace of mind.

Tiled Floor and Marble Staircase

Please note that the floors are tiled and as is traditional with a Turkish summer house we have a spiral marble staircase both can be become slippery when wet. We would ask in the interests of safety that all guests join in the tradition of wearing house shoes in the villa which can be purchased cheaply from Town at about £1 a pair. If you are unsteady on your feet or have very young toddlers whom you can not supervise at all times then this holiday house might not be suitable for you.

WELCOME BOOK & GUEST SUGGESTION BOOK The property contains a welcome book with nearly 100 pages of information including how to use the utilities, route maps of the local area, Turkish menus and just about everything you need to know about Dikili and the surrounding areas. We have a guest comment and suggestion book where previous guests recommend their favourite places to eat or see.

CHANGE OVER DAYS AND TIMES

We are flexible where possible on which day you can arrive but this is normally dictated by the previous booking. Contact us to find out more.

ARRIVALS AND DEPARTURES

Guests will be asked to leave the villa at 11:00 on their day of departure. Arrivals will be able to take possession at 16:00. This will allow adequate time to clean the property. If your arrival does not fit in with these times we will where possible accomodate you or endeavor to find somewhere where you can leave your cases. You must pre-arrange this with us if you do require assistance.

ENVIRONMENTAL POLCIES

The villa is equipped with a solar power heating unit for hot water. We also use a bore hole rather than mains water. We encourage all guests to

FACILITIES

Water

The villa benefits from an independent supply of water which in Turkey is a big deal. In the summer months water supplied from the mains is often switched off for hours at a time. If this happens you will not be affected. The water is heated by solar power which means that if the electric is switched off your water will remain piping hot.

Cooking Facilities

We have installed an electric oven and a gas hob. There is a good reason for this. If the electric fails you will still be able to cook on the hob. Gas in Turkey is not supplied by the mains but by mobile containers so you will always have gas.

Candlesticks

If the electric does fail during your stay we have filled the villa with 8 large wrought iron candlesticks which were bought not only for their decorative value but to provide light in a situation like this.

Fridge/Freezer

If you have bought food you will want to make sure it does not spoil. The frost free fridge freezer we have bought if left closed during a power failure will keep food in the freezer frozen for 72 hours if not opened and in the fridge for 7.

Click here for a complete list of fixtures and furnishings.

Finally, we have worked hard to turn the property into a relaxing and comfortable base, and to make it a real home form home. Please enjoy it, please respect it.