"Gokce Evi" is a newly renovated traditional Turkish house in the small village of Gokbel on the South West coast of Turkey, the Turqoise coast.

It will appeal to those who want a taste of unspoilt Turkey in a rural location. Situated 10 minutes from Dalyan, Gokbel is only a mile from Iztuzu beach, nestled in pine-clad hills. Dalyan is a small, pleasant town set in a river delta in one of the most beautiful areas of Turkey.

Just upriver from Dalyan is the magnificent Lake Koycegiz, with its natural hot springs and mud baths. The river flows from the lake through a labyrinth of reed beds to Iztuzu beach, 3 miles of golden sand protected for the loggerhead turtles which breed there.

Ideal as a base for all sorts of holidays. With the beach so near, it is ideal for families who want to spend lots of time at the seaside. Dalyan is close when one wants the fun of wandering along the shopping streets, enjoying café life and watching the boats on the river.

For nature lovers there are wonderful trails through the pine-scented hills as well as down to the sea. It is a haven for birdwatchers, with both the mountain and the lake so near.

One can wander up to the pancake house with its panoramic view while eating delicious pancakes filled with local cheese and herbs or honey.

View from the verandah	Front of the house

Or climb down to the lake and be virtually guaranteed to be alone on its freshwater beach.

Further afield there are wonderful trips to be made to ancient Lycian sites or the eery ghost town of Kayakoy and harbour towns of Fethiye and Gocek.

Or stay quietly in the house for a period of retreat. Its peaceful quality is well suited to contemplation or simply being.