There is increasing interest in purchasing property in Turkey as the country is a popular holiday destination with its unspoilt coastline, Mediterranean climate and the prospect of all year sunshine and mild winters.  Turkey is also seen as good for property investment taking into consideration that Turkey is likely to become a member of the EU within the next 10 years.

Bodrum is situated on the Aegean Coast, one of the loveliest landscapes with extensive beaches, rocky bays plus charming and picturesque harbours.  The area is also endowed with great natural beauty and numerous centres of attraction. 

Building is restricted to two-storeys and can only be painted white or be constructed of natural stone. This keeps Bodrum special as no high-rises are allowed.

There are restrictions on the acquisition of freeholds; you cannot purchase property within 1000m of army land or 500m from a mosque, school or historical site.  You cannot buy if there is not a Belideye (local authority) or a jandarma (police) station. 

Taking all of the above into account places you may purchase property in Bodrum are:

Bodrum 

a popular holiday venue with a long waterfront promenade, interesting narrow streets and the famous Castle of St Peter set in the harbour.  30 minutes drive from Bodrum international airport  with the Greek island of Kos only 50 minutes ferry ride.

Bodrum Peninsula 

In some parts of :

Tϋrgϋtreis               Tϋrgϋtreis is named after the great Turkish Admiral was born here in the 16th century. Known in the west as Dragut, Tϋrgϋtreis is primarily known for his participation in the Ottoman siege of Malta. A few kilometres outside of town   a waterfront memorial marks the place where he first set sail.  Today the town bearing the great admiral's name is a centre for commerce on the western   side of the peninsula. Produce from the surrounding villages is collected here for transport, bakeries, shops and services flourish. For the more recreational minded, Tϋrgϋtreis features kilometres of sandy beaches, waterfront restaurants and bars all with a special Turkish flavour.

Bitez                       Bitez has a broad beach with numerous jetties which run out from the shore for swimming and sunbathing. Beyond the beach, reached by dry riverbeds, lie hundreds of acres of private mandarin groves tended by the citrus farmers of the area. The other name for Bitez is Agaçli (Full of Trees), and together with Ortakent it is the main citrus growing area on the peninsula. The beach is most popular with watersport enthusiasts and sun worshippers alike.   The restaurants and bars are quite active in the evening, and with dolmuses running late into the night Bitez offers an alternative to Bodrum nightlife.

Any part of :

Gümüşlük              site of Myndos with relaxed quayside fish restaurants this peaceful village is one of the oldest settlements on the peninsula. It has modest restaurants and several pensions and motels, but it retains a small-scale atmosphere for the simple reason that most of the village is designated an official archaeological site so that no landscaping alterations or new groundbreakings are allowed.

Yalikavak               for many years Yalikavak has been one of the most important fishing centres on the Aegean, home to fleets of fishermen and sponge divers. Yalikavak combines the ambiance of a hard working fishing town and the recent influence of tourism: cafes, restaurant and bars; the harbour in Yalikavak,  with its fishing boats and sleek yachts has a unique atmosphere, industrious and relaxed, foreign and friendly.

Gümbet                recently become almost a resort unto itself, the sheltered bay of Gümbet is only 2 Km west of Bodrum.  Gümbet features one of the longest and most popular beaches on the peninsula, the water is warm and a breeze blows in from the mouth of the bay even on the hottest days. As a result Gümbet is also one of the most popular water sports centres for water-skiing, windsurfing and parasailing available from the broad, sandy beach the favoured location for a lively holiday

Torba                     Torba tucks into a protected bay at the extreme northeast corner of the peninsula. A popular residential area for those looking for peace and quiet yet easily accessible to Bodrum, Torba features a long coastline dotted with small pensions and bars and isolated stretches for private sunbathing and swimming.

Torba is also a popular haven for local fishermen and yachtsmen as there is a well-protected harbour. In addition a ferryboat makes daily runs across the unspoiled Gulf of Gulluk to Didim, a wonderful opportunity to view the magnificent Temple of Apollo and combine a pleasant boat trip at the same time.

Gündogan            A few minutes drive east of Yalikavak, past magnificent roadside rock formations and towering mountain peaks covered in pine forests, brings you to the secluded village of Gündogan. The old Greek name 'Farilya' means 'Sunrise' and is still visible on some signposts. At one time most of the inhabitants lived by the seashore supporting the main local industries of fishing and sponge diving, but fear of British gun boats during the First World War caused the villagers to move inland, leaving the waterfront spacious and uncrowded.

Once an important fishing centre, Gündogan's major economies are now agriculture (primarily citrus fruit) and tourism. A few small but comfortable hotels dot the beach, and the intimate seaside restaurants proudly serve the fresh catches of Gündogan's remaining fishermen. A seaside road occupies most of the available beachfront but the numerous jetties jutting from the shore provide plenty of comfortable and private spots for sunning and swimming. Daily boats for hire are available from the small harbour.

Gündogan also offers some interesting historical sites. Across the bay is Küçük Tavsan (Little Rabbit) Island, where and old Greek Church is clearly visible atop the hill. A steep climb up the ridge just outside the upper village leads to a flight of 50 steps cut into the rock and the entrance to a small but spectacularly sited monastery. In addition, on the far side of the main Yalikavak-Torba road, across from the upper village, an old Ottoman tower pokes its head from the lush pine forest

Gölköy                   the village of Gölköy occupies a verdant green valley fronted by a long sandy beach with small pensions and restaurants. The delights of Gölköy are many, but perhaps foremost among them is the ability, to enjoy the quiet native atmosphere of fishermen, farmers and tradesmen going about their daily tasks with little concern for the noise and hustle and bustle of modern life.

Konacik                 From Konacik, Bitez is 7km away, and bustling Bodrum is just 4km away. For the truly intrepid explorer, the ruins of Pedasa, one of the earliest settlements is in this area.