The cottages have an English owner, who has let the cottages to friends and guests over many years.

Since the beginning Yesil Ev has set out to have minimum impact on the environment and maximum impact on the local economy.

A local architect rebuilt the cottages from abandoned traditional stone dwellings in 1992, using local labour and materials. The furniture and furnishings were all made by village craftsmen and women in the traditional way.

There is no swimming pool at the cottages, water and waste are recycled, and hot water provided by solar panels. The local economy is supported by using local restaurants, transport and suppliers, and employing local people.

A few years ago Yesil Ev bought a local fishing boat and adapted it for chugging our guests around the bay for swimming, picnics, and lazing under its shady awning.

More photos on: turkeysummerholidays.blogspot.com