Uymanlar Dağ Evleri

We had a great view of both the city and the natural surroundings. It's very clean and works well for a stay with children. There are a few little things that could be improved, but they didn't bother us. For instance, a water tank would be handy when the water goes out. The host family does their best.

The welcome was generous and the service was great. It's in a lovely spot, quiet and away from noise but still near the market, with a wonderful view. A good peaceful place to visit in any season.

The garden is spacious, the houses look lovely, and the whole place has a stylish, charming feel. We stayed in house number 4, six of us, and found it better suited to a nuclear family or two couples. The open upstairs area has a kitchen and living room, so most of us didn't sleep much there. Only the people in the back room were able to rest properly. The beds themselves were comfortable. We enjoyed the fireplace, both watching it and making tea on it, but relying on it as the only bed was a real challenge. There's air conditioning and central heating, but we were first told heating season hadn't started. We thought AC would be enough, but couldn't find the remote. The attendant was only there until a certain hour, so by the time the weather cooled we couldn't ask. The fireplace made upstairs too hot while downstairs stayed cold. We also had a lot of smoke smell. A window that opened near the fireplace would help with ventilation. The nearest way to air the place out was the entrance, but it wasn't useful because there were so many flies and its screen was damaged. The other windows had screens. Our door had lots of cute paw prints, which made us happy, but a sturdier screen that cats can't tear would be a good addition. We found the place easily, with directional signs along most of the way, and the natural setting was beautiful. Shoe racks and slippers at the room entrances were a nice touch. Mr. Muhammed was polite and helpful, and tried to sort out anything we were missing. Towels were set for two, with a few small extras after we asked. There was one spare toilet roll, not enough for six. Kitchen equipment is basic, so ask ahead or bring your own if you're planning a big meal or coming as a group. We could have used some pullovers too. There was no lighting in the garden seating area, but we brought a light and extension cord and managed with dim light. Sitting around the fire pit was lovely even in the cold, once we wrapped up warmly. There's only one pair of tongs in the kitchen, so separate barbecue tongs and a fan would be useful. A fly trap was hanging right by the dining table, and would be better placed farther away. Hot water runs out quickly, and takes a while to heat up again, so showers have to be quick. Even with all that, it's a place I'd really recommend experiencing.

We spent one night in house number 5, two couples with our small dog. The nature, the views, and the quiet were fantastic. The fireplace inside was probably our favorite part, and there was enough wood. The directions were clear, we had no trouble getting there, and the place was clean when we arrived. They were also a little flexible with checkout. Once you set out a table and chairs, the garden is pleasant, though there's no gate. We used the portable barbecue with our own wire and charcoal and had a good time. For us, the house wasn't very practical for more than two people. The stairs up to the mezzanine are awkward, and could be difficult if you're overweight :) To close the door to the room with two single beds, you have to move one of the beds. The water heater is in that room too, probably because the house is so small. It makes a disturbing noise, so our friends sleeping there had to turn it off at night. The kitchen has the basics, including a large pot, two small Teflon pans, and a stainless steel pan, but the rest of the utensils may not be enough if you're cooking and eating outside with a big group. Bring your own if that's the plan. The garden is completely open, with no gate, and from the shared area you can see into the gardens as you walk between the houses and parking lot. The pet fee was surprisingly high when we booked on Airbnb and asked the host about bringing our little dog. Adding one pet raised the price by around 40%. We thought we'd at least be able to relax with the dog in the garden, but there were lots of cats and no gate, so sometimes we had to keep the dog on a leash. The shower has no glass enclosure, and water splashes out easily, leaving the already small bathroom hard to use. The advertised maximum capacity is seven, but they provide only two towels, so guests need to bring their own. Flies were a general problem. If we opened the door even briefly without the screen, they got into the room. Maybe that's normal in a place surrounded by nature, but be prepared. The garden lighting is very weak too; when it got dark we had to use our phone lights to eat outside. Despite the comfort and usability issues, it was a pleasant stay for enjoying nature, quiet, and peace of mind.