Private Holiday Villa in Lapta, Nr. Kyrenia (Girne), North Cyprus
Modern Villa with Private Pool in Orchard Garden
Peaceful Location, Close to Beaches, Shops, Restaurants
Sleeps 6 (3 Bedrooms)
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Villa Manzara stands well back from the access road in its own walled orchard-garden. It is an individual villa, not part of an estate. It has a large parking/turning area at the front, with terraces front and rear, and a private pool adjoining the latter. There are superb views over the sea and up to the mountains. All the accommodation is on one level just two steps up from the parking area. Furnished roof terrace with pergola and BBQ allowing further great views.
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| Rental periods | 2 persons | 3/6 persons |
| April - June 2008 | £350 | £440 |
| July / August 2008 | £420 | £480 |
| September / October 2008 | £360 | £450 |
| November 2008 - March 2009 | £440 per month |
Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per week in UK pounds.
Prices for long winter lets are negotiable.
Changeover day
Weekend changeover days are preferred, but because of the variety of flight times from Ercan and Larnaca this has to be a bit flexible.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1 with double bed, large built-in wardrobes, drawers and ensuite bathroom; hairdryer. Bedroom 2 with twin beds, large built-in wardrobes and drawers. Bedroom 3 with double sofa-bed, hanging space and drawers. |
| Bathrooms: | Ensuite to bedroom 1 with bath/shower over, wc. Separate large shower room, wc. |
| Kitchen: | Cooker with electric oven, gas hob & extractor over; fridge-freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, microwave, fruit and veg juicers, toaster, kettle, iron & ironing board etc. |
| Living Rooms: | Lounge-diner with settee, armchairs, six-seater dining table and chairs; satellite TV, CD/tape/radio & DVD players. |
| Other: | The large entrance hall has an arched opening to the lounge-diner. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
All linen and towels are supplied (except beach towels) and are changed weekly when the property is cleaned by English personnel. Pool cleaned and serviced twice weekly. |
Notes on accommodation
For the cooler months there is a corner fireplace in the lounge and a portable gas-heater if required.
The property is especially suitable for older children (11 years up; younger children would need supervising around the pool) and also for people who do not like stairs. The roof terrace is reached by an easy metal stairway.
- hob/stove,
- oven,
- fridge/freezer,
- microwave,
- dishwasher,
- washing machine,
- iron/ironing board,
- satellite tv,
- air conditioning,
- room fans,
- barbecue,
- private pool (for sole use of guests)
Outside
The garden is now well-established amongst olive and citrus trees which provide shade as well as fruit in season. The small pool (approx 15 x 25 feet) is completely private being at the back of the house; there are 4 sun loungers with mattresses, 4 armchairs, 2 small tables, 2 large sun umbrellas, an outside dining table and 6 chairs. The roof terrace has a built-in BBQ and shady pergola, dining table and 6 chairs.
Coast/Beach
The nearest beach is 5 minutes drive and has family-friendly activities, a large pool, restaurant and water sports. Other quieter beaches (eg. Guzelyali) are about 10 minutes drive to the west, while scuba-diving centres can be found at beaches 10 minutes drive towards Kyrenia (eg. Escape).
Special interest holidays
North Cyprus is famous for its unique orchids which bloom from late February to April. Conducted walks are organised to see the orchids and other wild flowers in the mountains just above Lapta village.
Travel
Ercan airport is about 40 minutes drive from Lapta (all flights via Turkey), Larnaca about 80 minutes. Pick-ups can be arranged from either aiport. Car hire, though not essential, is recommended for at least part of your holiday; car hire companies usually offer a discount on airport pickups if you hire a car from them.
Distances
Kyrenia, the tourist centre of North Cyprus, is 8 miles; Bellapais Abbey 12 miles; Nicosia (Lefkosa) about 40 minutes, Famagusta and Salamis 90 minutes, Karpas peninsula (panhandle) 2 hours. To the west Guzelyurt is about 35 minutes, Soli one hour, Vouni 80 minutes (these last two are ancient Graeco-roman sites).
Further details
Lapta village has all the basic shops including a pharmacy, hairdressers, mini markets, butchers, bakers, cafes and restaurants. Most people will probably, however, shop at the Serkos supermarket on the main road just outside the village. There are also pizza takeaways, cafes and bars all along the main coast road both east and west of Lapta. There is a good restaurant within 6-8 minutes walk from the villa, the Lemba; others are listed in the information folder and on the pinboard.
Booking notes
Booking is by phone or email in the first instance, with a 20% deposit to secure the booking and final payment 4 weeks latest before departure.
Guest comments
'The best equipped villa we have ever stayed in'
'The children loved the pool; it was difficult to drag them away to anything else'.
'We loved Lapta and the villa; we'll be back!' (And they were)
For booking and further information
John and June Izbicki
Tel & Fax: (UK) + 44 (0)1892 724110
Mobile: (UK) + 44 (0)7740 542198
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