Set high on the hillside above Kalkan’s celebrated waterfront, Villa Venus is an extremely well-appointed four-bedroom house with magnificent panoramic views across the bay. The villa terraces are comfortably furnished, with a number of inviting options for relaxed lounging in either sun or shade and guests here enjoy the luxury of not just one, but two inviting pools. Ample entertaining space ensures dining in this remarkable, elevated spot always feels like a special occasion and when you’d rather someone else took care of the details, we are happy to arrange a private chef.

The villa interiors are spacious, stylish and well-designed, offering every modern luxury and convenience, from the striking state-of-the-art kitchen to the beautifully fitted bathrooms. All the light and airy bedrooms at Villa Venus are en-suite and the three upstairs bedrooms also benefit from private balconies, perfect for stepping out in the morning to drink in the dazzling views.

Within easy walking distance of Kalkan’s vibrant centre and the host of upmarket beach clubs dotted around the bay, Villa Venus has everything you might wish for in this cosmopolitan and sophisticated harbour town.

The choice of restaurants and quality of food here is exceptional and as the call to prayer echoes across the bay, and the lights of the rooftop restaurants begin to sparkle in the soft evening light, it is hard to imagine a more perfect setting for a candlelit dinner. A little further afield Turkey’s stunning Turquoise Coast is yours to explore and if you’re after a little splendid isolation, nearby Patara beach is stunning, with seven miles of uninterrupted sand to roam at will.