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Kumlubük & Turunç Bay

The craggy mountainous Bozburun Peninsula is the real hidden Turkey. Almost a living museum, it provides an insight into life in rural Turkey much as it was 50 to 100 years ago. Even in the peak of summer, the peninsula remains peaceful and uncrowded.

THE BOZBURUN PENINSULA
The road leads south west from Akyaka on the Bay of Gökova to two peninsulas: the northerly Datça Peninsula (known otherwise as Reşadiye) with its dramatic scenery, and the craggy mountainous untamed tendrils of the Bozburun (or Daraçya) Peninsula.

The Peninsulas are a short drive, but a million miles away, from the unattractive sprawl of Marmaris. Unlike Marmaris, Bozburun and Datça’s mountains, woodland and coastal scenery have been heavily protected by conservation laws.

The entire region is a living museum, providing an insight into life in rural Turkey much as it was 50 to 100 years ago. Even in the peak of summer, its beaches and interiors remain devoid of tourist hordes.

Heavily wooded mountains – ideal for trekking – plunge down to a scattering of coastal villages and beaches. Remote ancient sites such as Amos, Loryma and Knidos wait to be explored, all in glorious settings that you may well have completely to yourself.

Village life is geared around agriculture, fishing and the building of the traditional gulet (still handmade in the boatyards of Sögüt, Selimiye and Bozburun).

In short, this region provides an opportunity to experience a taste of the real, rural Turkey whilst luxuriating in the comfort  of our featured properties. 

TURUNÇ BAY & KUMLUBÜK
Turunç Bay lies literally at the end of the mountain road,a coastal village that has managed to retain both character and charm. With little traffic, and real village atmosphere, it makes for a wonderfully secluded destination.

Beaches
The sand and shingle beach at Turunç Bay is continually the proud holder of the Blue Riband, the annual award for the cleanest sea water and beaches in Turkey. Its shallow rake makes swimming both easy and safe, and the water sports – from windsurfing through to scuba-diving – present the more actively inclined visitor with plenty of options.

From lunchtime to late afternoon, boats arrive at the harbour, bringing visitors from Marmaris. If you prefer your bays especially quiet, our advice is to use the glorious Amos and Kumlubük bays which are visited by fewer boats.

The two sweeping bays of Kumlubük are comprised of shingle and sand, and offer a scattering of restaurants along the waterfront – these cater for passing yachts in the evening and visitors from Marmaris at lunchtimes. Kumlubük was home to Turkey’s wealthiest magnate, Ayhan Şahenk, who purchased most of the land in the two bays of Kumlubük. He has ensured that the beaches are allowed to remain open for all to enjoy, and the wonderful vista across both bays is protected for the future.

Dining & Ambience
The choice of restaurants is varied, offering a good standard of both authentic Turkish cuisine and a wider Mediterranean menu.

This selection is extended by the exclusive waterfront restaurant and beach club in Kumlubük  – Dionysos Sea Club.

During the day the Sea Club acts as a private Beach Club for guests of Dionysos and Exclusive Escapes, together with a select few others, at night it is transformed into the regions best quality restaurant. This reputation has been rapidly and deservedly established with the restaurant providing the most romantic of waterside settings for a leisurely evening meal.

A small selection of shops is located in the main street of Turunç Bay – which is pedestrianised each evening – and a good range of waterside restaurants and bars provide a pleasant and relaxed nightlife.

Walking & General
One of the principle attractions of this region is the stunning walking. The coastal track passes the ruins and small picturesque bay of Amos and then onto Turunç Bay – taking about an hour-and-a-half to walk. You may also explore the track up into the mountains from Dionysos, our flagship property in the region.

A special region that combines peace, scenic beauty with interests of a cultural or more active nature.

Sögüt, Selimye, Bördübet & Akayaka
Please click here for information on these beautiful, rural villages and towns of the Bozburun & Datça Peninsulas.