Fethiye, built on the site of the ancient city of Telmessos, is a city of approximately 70,000 inhabitants, located in the picturesque Aegean coastal region of Turkey. One of Turkeys most popular tourist destinations, modern day Fethiye is a wonderful blend of ancient charm and stunning natural beauty and is today one of Turkeys most popular tourist destinations.

Fethiye itself is situated 135 kms southwest of Marmaris, and centred around its busy local marina, which opens up into the stunning Belcegiz Bay, and its scattering of many small islands. A town of historical significance, Fethiye is famed for its historical sites including the old fort and the rock tombs, painstakingly carved into the cliffs by the ancient Lycians.

A real beach lovers paradise, Fethiye has over 3kms of natural beaches along its shores, which offer a wide range of watersports and other types of activities. Every year, large numbers of tourists flock to Fethiye to sample the superb climate, stunning beaches and unique charm which can be found throughout the region.

The large, and increasing numbers of tourists visiting Turkey has understably resulted in an increased demand for property in Fethiye and the surrounding areas. Already, it is estimated that over 30,000 UK residents own a property in Turkey, and with tourism set to increase by over 15% in 2008, this demand for property in Fethiye seems set to only increase.