An Aegean Tale in Ortakent

Description

Some houses are more than architectural structures.
They tell you how a life can feel.

At the end of a shaded private driveway, this exceptional property brings together the luminous character of Bodrum with the timeless spirit of the Aegean.
Stone walls rising beneath the shade of soft sage-green shutters, terracotta roofs, wooden pergolas and gardens embraced by bougainvillea.

Built in 2003, the maturity of the landscaping and the use of traditional materials give the house a timeless character. It feels like more than a home; rather, a place that has grown gracefully over the years alongside its trees, stone walls and changing seasons.

A HOME OF STONE, LIGHT AND NATURE
Set within an expansive 5,200 m² plot, the property offers a remarkably private way of life, immersed in nature and removed from the noise of urban living. The property comprises a total of 620 m² of gross area, with 425 m² of net and closed space.
The garden is not simply a landscape surrounding the house; it is a natural extension of everyday life.
All of the main living spaces open directly onto the garden. Outside, shaded pergolas, the poolside terraces and mature trees create a succession of inviting spaces, each offering a different experience as the light and atmosphere change throughout the day.
Focal point of the outdoor life is the seating area beneath the old mulberry tree. Hidden within the lush greenery and opening onto an intensely blue sky, it perhaps captures the spirit of the property better than anywhere else.

THE HEART OF THE HOME
The architecture is defined less by grandeur than by character, in close cooperation the owners created together with the architect office a timeless property using local stone and timber and the best masonry and carpentry of the area.
Yet the beauty of this house is not simply an aesthetic one.
The main house offers an exceptionally comfortable single-level layout, comprising a living room, kitchen, dining room, guest WC, principal bedroom, dressing room and a generous bathroom as well as a laundry room.
The timber-vaulted ceiling and generous volume of the living room give the interior its distinctive architectural identity, while the fireplace becomes a natural gathering point, particularly during the cooler winter months.

A GUEST HOUSE WITH A WORLD OF ITS OWN
Three guest bedrooms, each with its own independent entrance, transform the property from simply a spacious family home into a remarkably versatile living environment.
Each bedroom has its own private bathroom. One of the rooms also features a private sitting room with kitchenette, creating a self-contained living space.
This allows owners and guests to share the same property while preserving a sense of privacy and independence.

SUMMER LIVING IN THE GARDEN
The generous swimming pool forms the centrepiece of the property’s outdoor living.
A series of seating and lounging areas have been thoughtfully positioned according to the changing direction of the sun and prevailing breeze throughout the day, creating distinct settings for everything from morning coffee and long summer lunches to evening conversations at sunset.
The garden is also home to a variety of fruit and citrus trees, while seasonal vegetables grown in the vegetable garden provide a fresh, natural harvest sufficient to meet the everyday needs of a small family.
Here, time spent outdoors is not an occasional luxury, but a natural part of everyday life and seasons are not simply observed, but lived.

TRANQUILLITY, YET CLOSE TO THE HEART OF BODRUM
A separate staff house with 3 bedrooms, living area, kitchen and bathroom, a covered garage, generous workshop and storage areas, together with the property’s direct frontage onto the road, further enhance the practicality of a home that is as functional as it is beautiful.

The location is unique: in the heart of one of Bodrum’s most sought after towns, Ortakent/Yahşi, within walking distance to the weekly fresh market, to shops, small restaurants and within an easy bike ride to the popular beaches.

For those looking to create their own private world in Bodrum,
a timeless, tranquil and truly privileged way of life.