Pre-retirement visit to North Cyprus

Lemonzest


Joined: 26/06/2011
Posts: 27

Message Posted:
26/06/2011 08:21

Can anyone suggest good self catering places for the two of us to stay for a 2 week holiday in September.We are considering retiring there in March next year so will be looking out for future long term rentals and checking out where we may like to live and researching the area in general. It is 12 years since we last visited N. C. so are out of touch. We will be hiring a car. Thanks in advance for any help also any advice with regard to this possible re-location. I have read some posts from members who have moved for Dubai as that is were we are now.

the butler


Joined: 22/06/2007
Posts: 1958

Message Posted:
26/06/2011 09:12

Hi Lemonzest,



It all depends what you like doing, do you want the quiet life or are you looking for bars, restaurants and entertainment? If you like a quiet life then look east, Esentepe or Tatlisu. If you like a busier lifestyle then

go west. Alsancak or Lapta, plenty of shops, bars, etc. My friend moved from Dubai 18 months ago, I will

ask her to contact you.





The butlers wife

Lemonzest


Joined: 26/06/2011
Posts: 27

Message Posted:
26/06/2011 09:33

Hi The butler's wife,

Thanks for that info. We would want to be fairly central in Sept, for easy access to facilities for our holiday and our exploration. I think we would prefer somewhere quieter to live. I would be interested in hearing from your friend. Did she live in N.C. before?

Lemonzest.

simbas



Joined: 16/07/2007
Posts: 5943

Message Posted:
26/06/2011 09:38

Good morning Sue , welcome to the forum . We have a Villa in Iskele , in the Bogaz area , believe me , it is very quiet there , my opposite neighbour came from Dubai , but unfortunately is not a member of this board , good luck in your quest .

Simbas

astonhilbilly


Joined: 05/05/2009
Posts: 162

Message Posted:
26/06/2011 09:42

The Almond Holiday village is very good follow this link and take a look - you won't be disappointed. Friends of ours use it all the time and wouldn't go anywhere else.

http://www.almond-holidays.com/ah_accommodations.html

foodie


Joined: 27/05/2011
Posts: 76

Message Posted:
26/06/2011 09:48

Hi Lemonzest. We have a small holiday complex west of Girne on the coast road. We have full self-catering facilities.The studios for 2 people are 140 pounds a week in September. We are situated on the local bus route and are 7 km from Girne. There are lots of restaurants and bars within walking distance.











Good luck

Foodie

judyr


Joined: 07/07/2009
Posts: 956

Message Posted:
26/06/2011 10:14

Hi, I would recommend looking on Owners Direct or Holiday Lettings for a villa rental. We used these sites for 5 years, staying in 12 different villas in different locations, before buying ours in 2009.

Lemonzest


Joined: 26/06/2011
Posts: 27

Message Posted:
26/06/2011 11:14

Thank you will do.

Lemonzest


Joined: 26/06/2011
Posts: 27

Message Posted:
26/06/2011 11:19

Hi Foodie,

Sounds good. Have you a website or some photos please? Is there a pool and car park?

Lemonzest


Joined: 26/06/2011
Posts: 27

Message Posted:
26/06/2011 11:24

Thanks Simbas,

Will certainly check out tour area for future plans.

carian


Joined: 13/03/2009
Posts: 336

Message Posted:
26/06/2011 11:42

Yes, Foodie can you let us have some info please.

Yudu392


Joined: 07/04/2010
Posts: 161

Message Posted:
26/06/2011 12:13

we have stone bungalows in Küçükerenköy village between Esentepe and Tatlisu. You can visit our web site;

http://www.sinyaclub.com

regards,

Yusuf

SidsPinkFloyd


Joined: 01/09/2008
Posts: 69

Message Posted:
26/06/2011 13:32

Hello Yusuf

Nice website - I see your focus is sustainability, does this mean that there is no swimming pool? If not is there one near by that can be used?

SPF

foodie


Joined: 27/05/2011
Posts: 76

Message Posted:
26/06/2011 13:40

Hi Lemonzest



Our website address is http://www.kings-hotel.com

We do have a beautiful pool and in a lovely garden setting. There is ample car parking as well.







Many thanks

Foodie

phylray



Joined: 21/09/2007
Posts: 1727

Message Posted:
26/06/2011 13:42

You might look at Turtle Bay Village before Esentepe. Self-contained and quiet in September.

7 swimming pools, tennis courts, gyms. etc. My penthouse is available then, at present, and

has all mod. cons. etc. Can send more details, photos. is you email me (Good neighbours too!)

foodie


Joined: 27/05/2011
Posts: 76

Message Posted:
26/06/2011 13:48

Hi Carian,



Our website address is http://www.kings-hotel.com. You will find a lot of information on there. We even have a walkthrough of the complex also. If you need any other further details you can e-mail us on



email@kings-hotel.com

foodie


Joined: 27/05/2011
Posts: 76

Message Posted:
26/06/2011 13:54

Sorry Lemonzest, I meant to include our e-mail address for you.



It is email@kings-hotel.com





Regards

Foodie

carian


Joined: 13/03/2009
Posts: 336

Message Posted:
26/06/2011 15:50

Thanks for that , have e-mailed your web-site address to my friends.

Lemonzest


Joined: 26/06/2011
Posts: 27

Message Posted:
26/06/2011 17:17

Thanks everyone, there is plenty to look at so far.

Lemonzest

Hector


Joined: 26/08/2008
Posts: 2352

Message Posted:
26/06/2011 21:18

Lemonzest

When you are visiting, make a point of calling in to the Pia Bella Hotel in Girne, any Tuesday 12noon (usually outside near the pool) and speak to the members of the Home Buyers Pressure Group, i.e. Marion Stokes. Could be the smartest move you ever make as to getting advice re retiring here. http://www.hbpg-trnc.net

Yudu392


Joined: 07/04/2010
Posts: 161

Message Posted:
27/06/2011 09:41

message 13

hello SidsPinkFloyd,

sorry we haven't swimmimg pool yet.

Lemonzest


Joined: 26/06/2011
Posts: 27

Message Posted:
19/08/2011 06:33

Hi Foodie,

We have now booked our flights from Dubai. Arriving Ercan Sun 11th Sept 8.55 A.M Departing Sun 25th Sept.16.15. Have you still got a studio for the two of us available for these dates please? I can send the payment via bank transfer to your bank in the U.K.

thank you.

Lemonzest.

Deniz1


Joined: 28/07/2009
Posts: 3829

Message Posted:
19/08/2011 06:46

The Grove restaurant in Catalkoy have very nice bungalows in the grounds and there is a nice pool its not far from town. Try google see if they have their info.

foodie


Joined: 27/05/2011
Posts: 76

Message Posted:
19/08/2011 06:51

Hi Lemonzest





Yes I still have a studio available. Can you e-mail me on email@kings-hotel.com please.

astro941


Joined: 22/05/2011
Posts: 193

Message Posted:
19/08/2011 09:44

Check out 'Owner direct'

Busy Bees Bogaz


Joined: 18/02/2008
Posts: 283

Message Posted:
19/08/2011 11:06

Hi Lemonzest,



If you want a quieter life then try the Famagusta side, Iskele, Bogaz, Yenibogazici, and the villages going up to the Karpaz. Personally I found the Esentepe and Tatlisu areas a bit too quiet. Kyrenia can offer both, in my opinion, and you can find a quiet location outside of the tourist areas.



You have two weeks so have a good look around at all areas and when you rent in March of next year it might be an idea to rent for 3-6 months in the areas you favour mostly to get a real feel for it before committing to a long term rental.



Good luck !