Firstly Chris couldn't have been more accommodating and helpful - not just before holiday - but very tellingly after she's had our money when she continued to be caring and attentive with a constant flow of mails - tips and assistance. If we had any need for advice - or help with a locked poolside cupboard - help was here in an instant - and we just couldn't have asked for more from her.
The apartment has everything you need - and is beautiful - the pool is fine and whilst we did have to share - that wasn't a chore at all - lovely people. Chris's next door neighbour Maria was a great source of advice and has a shop in town - again what a lovely person - a recurring theme in Kalkan.
WE didn't feel the need to go the hotel next door to use their pool - but it was easy to do so if we's wanted - my elderly mum had stayed there for our first week to be close by her granddaughters which worked a treat.
Don't miss out on opportunity to shop at local bakers and greengrocers - not only cheap as chips but "money can't buy" quality on both counts.
You're only a stones throw from town - bit of a steep hill which caused grannie some issues but otherwise perfect location for us. And don't miss out on Hunkah - best value meal Ive ever had....
A perfect holiday - we'll be coming back to Kalkan and really couldn't ask for more than Chris and pearl apartments offered for accommodation.
Firstly - absolutely no negatives about Apartment Pearl !
Located in a very peaceful location but still only a few minutes walk from the main restaurants and shops. The apartment is very spacious and a great deal of thought has obviously gone into the furnishings and finishes with so many unexpected extras.
The open-plan kitchen / lounge is bright and spacious with a very homely feel. The kitchen is superbly equipped with everything you could ever need (and I do mean everything), the downstairs toilet is so handy and the collection of music, dvd's, books and games is another unexpected bonus.
The master bedroom is huge with a spacious en-suite shower room (excellent water pressure and continual hot water), the balcony has three loungers, large parasol, table and four chairs and a lovely sea view - so relaxing ! The twin room also has a similar en-suite and balcony with table and chairs and lovely pool / sea views. The air-con in the apartment is also very efficient.
The pool area is beautiful and we had sole use of this for our entire stay. The area is adorned with numerous pots and planters bursting with plants and flowers - the daily visit from the very friendly pool-man ensures the outside areas are spotless. We were also impressed by the local agent who handles the apartment (Jane and staff from Alternatif) and the welcome visit and information was great as was the mid-stay clean.
The whole area feels very safe and secure, the neighbours are so friendly and the short-cut through Lapazz restaurant takes you to the main roundabout in literally a minute (this place also serves great food and drinks and we were even given discounts after our first visit - very friendly and helpful staff). Must also mention the Dream Hotel next door which you can use as well - a beautiful small hotel (gorgeous pool and gardens) where you will be treated like one of the family by the charming owners - good food and faultless hospitality.
Of course the most important thing I have yet to mention about Apartment Pearl is the owner. Chris - the lovely lady behind the scenes is superb ! From initial contact with prompt responses we knew we had chosen well. All information was spot-on and the whole process was smooth and so friendly. It is so apparent that Chris has put a great deal of thought and love into Pearl and this is reflected in the guest feedback and return visitors.
We found Kalkan to be a charming and relaxed place and would love to return and would only stay at Apartment Pearl.
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We have recently returned from a fabulous week in Pearl apartment. Such a brilliant apartment! Chris the owner is obviously very house proud and clearly has put an enormous amount of thought into making her guests holiday as comfortable and enjoyable as possible- and she has left no stone unturned. She has literally thought of everything and was so lovely to deal with to boot. The level of comfort in the apartment is second to none. It is spacious, light and bright, has all mod cons and is superbly located about as centrally as you could wish to be. The comprehensive information book that is bang up to date, the amazing selection of music and books, the fabulous views from the balconies, all the gorgeous plants on the patio, that box of magic tricks by the pool with noodles and inflatables, extra sun loungers etc.. I could go on and on and on... The downside is that I really do not want to share this gem with everyone because I am afraid that it will be booked out the next time that I want to go there.
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A perfect apartment in a perfect location. Just a short walk into the town with no major hills to climb. The apartment has many personal touches and includes free wifi. We had a very pleasant and relaxing stay from start to finish and Chris the owner kept in touch to ensure our stay went without a hitch. We plan to return to Kalkan and now would not stay anywhere else
Me and my partner (in our mid-twenties) stayed at the Pearl apartment last May for 2 weeks and are planning to stay again next year. We had not been to Kalkan before but I had heard from friends that some of the properties are up in the hills and leave you exhausted walking up and down to the town. However the Pearl is in the perfect location ad it is less than 2 mins walk to all the bars and restaurants. There are sea views from beside the pool and from the master bedroom. We spent a lot of time in the afternoons relaxing on the large bedroom terrace with our books, music, and a plentiful supply of cold drinks. There are sun beds, bean bags, drinks table and a parasol up there so you can get very comfy and enjoy the view.
When we were there we had sole use of the pool and surrounding area, we used the poolside bbq on numerous occasions which was brilliant. The kitchen was also very well equipped with utensils and bbq equipment which is unusual to find and was a pleasant surprise. The apartment itself was gorgeous, downstairs felt spacious as it is all open plan. We loved Kalkan and will definitely be visiting again and we wouldn't look for anywhere else to stay now we have found the Pearl.
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We loved staying in this stylish Duplex with our 2 sons, aged 10 and 12. So close to all the delights of the town, but tucked away in a peaceful lane, the location is perfect. Everything has been thought about from the tasteful decoration, plants, soft lighting, great music players and cooling pool, perfect for a night swim. This apartment has been prepared with love and it shows.
Just returned from a one week stay in the Pearl apartment. The apartment is beautiful as can be seen from the photos but, what makes it stand out, are the thoughtful "extra touches", for example an extensive collection of music and DVDs, beach towels and hair driers provided, much more than just basic kitchen equipment. It has a really luxurious feel. The pool area is lovely and very peaceful despite the fact that you are only 5 minutes away from all the delights which Kalkan has to offer. The perfect setting for a perfect holiday.