Do you want to experience the real Turkey? Have you reached the point when commercial holidays fail to satisfy? Looking for something more, then why not consider Villa Hanorah.

Sit back and relax whilst we take you on a virtual journey to Villa Hanorah and to Dikili a charming fishing Town 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 madding crowd..

Imagine yourself in luxury accommodation, which is spacious and bright and furnished with your high standards in mind.

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.

In the afternoon you notice on your personal itinery that it is the day for your free 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.

Villa Hanorah

Villa Hanorah is a semi detached villa built in a traditional design ideal for a summer house by the sea. The ground floor of the villa is mainly open plan giving a feel of space and light. On the ground floor there is a porch terrace, kitchen, bathroom, cloakroom, living room and dining room. The marble staircase leads you up to the first floor where you will find 2 double bedrooms and a 1st floor terrace. The villa benefits from a garden, off road parking and we own the land at the back. It has been decorated in neutral tones and natural materials where possible. Please note that the villa is more spacious and luxurious than the pictures demonstrate.

The Kitchen

The kitchen is spacious, fully fitted and has lots of cupboard space. The granite work surfaces ensure that it is easy to clean as well adding a touch of luxury. There is a dishwasher, washing machine, built in electric oven and gas hob and a large frost free fridge freezer. We have also added a electric water dispenser for your convenience. This is a state of the art free standing machine that serves ice cold mineral water a definite bonus for those hot and sunny days. Replacement bottles can be ordered and delivered to the villa for less than £1.50.

It is furnished with designer assessories and contains everything you would expect in your own home.All goods are top quality and include items such as a juicer, cappuccino machine, porcelain dinner service right down to measuring spoons and a garlic crusher.

Budding Chefs will also be impressed with our top of the range stainless steel cooking pans. We believe our guests deserve the best so we have provided it.

Porch Terrace

Leading on from the kitchen is the ground floor porch terrace with views of the garden.

Due to its proximately to the kitchen and the lovely view it has become the most popular place at the villa to dine.

Tip: Take some of our wrought iron candlestick holders out for evening meals to create a romantic or relaxing atmosphere.

1st floor terrace

Upstairs

A solid marble spiral staircase leads you to the upstairs sleeping area. Here you will find 2 double bedrooms, identically furnished with 2 single beds, double wardrobes, chest of drawers and a dressing table.

The bedding is cotton to ensure a comfortable nights sleep and there is plenty off room to unpack and store your personal items for the duration of your holiday.

You will also find an ironing board,steam iron, and multifunction hairdryer.

Cotton Towels and dressing gowns are also provided as standard for every guest .

From one of the bedroom you gain access to the upstairs terrace area which contains a table and chairs for 6 people.

The Local Beach

The local beach is less than a minute away where you can bathe in the clear waters or bask in the hot sun when ever you feel like it. The sand is a lighter colour than the picture demonstrates as this photo was taken just after the tide went in.

The pool

All our guests have free access to the Hotel Mysia's large beachside pool which gives direct access to the beach shown above. This means you can have the best of both worlds as well as the convenience of ordering a cool beer, coffee or cocktail.

Dikili is situated at the north of Izmir, and opposite the Greek Island of Lebos/Mitilini.

This charming county which is 120 km. away from Izmir, attracts Turkish tourists with its lovely beaches and clear water. The excavations revealed that the history of Dikili goes back to 4000-5000 B.C.

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.

American and European tourists from cruise ships briefly pass through on their way to Bergama. This means that although the resort remains uncommercialised, the locals are used to and interested in foreign visitors.

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.

Transport

There are good transports links both internally and to the surrounding sites of interest at very reasonable prices. In peak season there are 4 buses per hour allowing the locals to travel in and out of the town centre for approx 30p a trip. At other times the Dolmus run 2 times per hour. There is also a telephone service from the villa where you can telephone for taxis if you prefer which also offer a cost effective travel option.

From the centre you can get frequent dolmuses to Candarli, Avyalik, Bergama and Bademli and other areas of interest. If you enjoy walking a walk to the centre across the beach will take you approximately 20-30 minutes.

Shopping

Dikili has a weekly organic market on Tuesdays where farmers from the surrounding areas sell their produce. The market also sells other goods such as gifts so it is an ideal place to stock up on some presents. There is also a Tansas supermarket near the villa. Here you find most goods that you would expect to find in a European Supermarket with the exception of pork products (so if you can not do without your bacon sandwiches during your stay then don't forget to bring some with you). People with young children will find the supermarket especially useful as it does stock items such as cornflakes, yogurts, and pampers nappies. For the older generation you can buy tea bags and even Nescafe. Items such as branded sun creams, shampoos and feminine care are also on offer at reasonable prices so it might not be necessary to bring these with you.

If you prefer to eat in then why not purchase some fresh fish from the harbour caught that day by the fishermen. Cooked slowly on our brick built BBQ and served with a fresh salad and bread, you will find a meal that is hard to beat, but takes the minimum of effort.

Shopping for Leather, Gold, Plates, Carpets and Other Turkish Goods

You will find numerous shopping opportunities both in Dikili and the surrounding areas. Gold can be purchased cheaply in Dikili and Bergama. If you are looking to buy a Turkish carpet then Bergama is a famous weaving region in turkey. Turkish plates and leather can also be found in the more commercial Bergama which is only a 20 minute drive from Dikili.

Nightlife

In the summer months the Turkish professional classes, or those that can afford a holiday home arrive from cities such as Izmir and Istanbul to enjoy their yearly holiday. The main activities revolve around the harbour in the evenings where Dikili lazily comes to life. People eat drink and relax by having a fish supper and watching the stunning sunset. There is a small bazar where you can purchase local crafts and sometimes traditional music is arranged on the beach. The feel is very provincial and relaxing and catered firmly towards families and couples with a lack of noisy bars and discos thankfully. Children are welcomed with open arms in all establishments.

2 Blue Flag Beaches

The beach is 6km long and consists of a mid colour fine sand. Two beaches in Dikili hold blue flag certification and the sea is very clean and crystal clear.

1. Belediye Halk Plaj (public beach)

2. Kyra Beach

The areas near the hotel and the centre offer the most in terms of services (ie refreshments umbrellas sun beds etc). However many areas remain in there natural state, including the beach near the villa. So depending upon what you like there is something for everyone in Dikili.

Religious Importance

Due to its unique location spanning two continents Asia and Europe, Turkey also has many site of religious importance for the main 3 faiths, Christianity, Islam and Judaism. Some Religious sites are located within easy reach of Dikili, including one of the 7 churches mentioned in the book of revelations.