Experience a perfect blend of comfort and culture at St John's House. With 5 spacious bedrooms, a private pool and sauna, this beautiful villa offers the ideal retreat for relaxation. Enjoy wonderful views of the Artemis Temple from the veranda or take a leisurely stroll to town centre just minutes away.
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Exceptional
Entire home
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9220 sq m
Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
St John's House, Ephesus Holiday Rentals
Outstanding Villa With Private Pool and Sauna. Situated only 3 Minutes Walk From Centre Of Town, 10 Mins From Beach, Sleeps 8 comfortably.
St Johns House is a very beautiful, spacious, unique and comfortable property with 5 spacious bedrooms.
The master bedroom enjoys a private sitting room and air conditioning. A very spacious living come dining room with air conditioning, a beautiful veranda in front of the bedrooms with wonderful views of the Artemis Temple. 3 bathrooms, a sauna and private swimming pool and a beautiful private garden.
St John's House is a totally private house, the garden and pool too.
Situated in the centre of one of the most culturally rich areas in Turkey, directly below the Basilica of St John and above the Isabey mosque in Selcuk, St John House is an unmatched property, designed perfectly with comfort in mind, using wood, brick and stone the house fits perfectly into the surrounding area.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Outdoor pool
Private pool
Sauna
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Wood stove
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Stereo
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Note from host: Smoking outside is fine if ash tray’s are used
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board
Safe
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping mall
Near the bay
Near the marina
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Arrival times and departure times are flexible depending on availability
Should guests wish to smoke in the garden there are ashtrays provided.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside is fine if ash tray’s are used
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 35-2252
We should mention
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Frequently asked questions
Does St John's House, Ephesus Holiday Rentals have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is St John's House, Ephesus Holiday Rentals pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at St John's House, Ephesus Holiday Rentals?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at St John's House, Ephesus Holiday Rentals?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is St John's House, Ephesus Holiday Rentals located?
This family-friendly Selçuk vacation home is located in a rural location, steps from Isabey Mosque, Crisler Library, and St. Jean Church. Ephesus Ruins is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) away. Selcuk Station is 9 minutes by foot.
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Reviews
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A fantastic house - you can see Ephesus, St John’s Basillica and one of the 7 wonders of the world
5 minute walk into the town of Selcuk which is an authentic Turkish town.
Alison’s communications and support were great
Amazing location, terrific house manager, perfect for us
Our group of six adults had a fantastic stay at St. John's house, made even better by the attentive and helpful house manager, Alison. Entrance to the St. John's cathedral ruins and the citadel is less than 50 yards up the hill from the house, and continuing over the hill brings you directly into town with restaurants, shops, the Saturday market (a-must visit) and the small, but terrific Ephesus museum. Turning left out of the house takes you down to the 14th century Isa Bey mosque and then a palm tree-lined avenue with several restaurants. Continuing and turning right down the bike and pedestrian path (along the D515 road) takes you to the Artemis temple. It is possible to continue and cross the roadway and walk to the lower entrance of the Ephesus site. One of our group is runner who ran the two miles to the entrance and two miles back. St. Mary's house is much further and requires a taxi. Alison was enormously helpful: arranging transportation for our group from the airport and various times during our stay, stocking the house with some groceries we requested, being an amazing source of information, and providing excellent communications throughout. It was a real pleasure to meet her. The house itself is built on a hillside with the bedrooms upstairs, and kitchen, living area and backyard/pool downstairs. With the exception of the master bedroom, the other bedrooms are simply decorated--nothing fancy, but comfortable. The bathrooms have very good fixtures and excellent showers. An issue with the hot water was quickly resolved by Alison. The backyard was flowering with roses and the small pool was a very welcomed escape from the heat. A sauna and shower are in a part of the basement off the pool--we used the shower, though not the sauna. Washing machine in the basement was also welcomed. You're never sure what to expect when you rent homes based on photos and other reviews. In this case, everything was as expected and better. And Alison was a wonderful host making our stay truly special. One note: other reviewers have mentioned the stairs. Yes, there are three or four stone stairs from the backyard to the pool level, and then to the sauna. They could be an issue for anyone with mobility concerns or someone who has had too much raki.
Syd J.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
llyneth i.
Aug 8, 2018
Amazing property in a great location. Lots of places just a bus ride away.
Our family of 9 all had an amazing time, the property is a great size and everyone had their own space.
The property is a situated almost directly opposite st John's basilica up a hill but the view is amazing.
All the rooms are a good size and their are also two extra spaces that the kids liked to use to get away from the adults occasionally.
The kitchen is a little small in terms of work space but even with 9 we managed and it is very well equipped.
The garden is lovely although very hot as there is little shade for most of the day.
The pool is quite small yet that did not stop the 4 boys from having a whale of a time in it using it 3 times a day most days.
All bedrooms are air conditioned so sleeping is comfortable.
Alison was amazing arranging for provisions on arrival and also organised a trip to pammukale and a boat trip out from kusadasi for us.
The bus station is a short walk away from which you can jump on a bus for as little as 50p to go to many of the other local sites.
A great holiday was had by all and with ages from 8 to 70 I think it says a lot for how nice it was.
llyneth i.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2018
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Willa B.
Aug 30, 2013
I want this villa!
I can't say enough good about this beautiful villa and its surroundings. The photos looked great but -- this is a first -- the reality was better. The house was airy, light, and outstandingly comfortable. I had been concerned about noise in the early morning from a close-by mosque but the bedrooms were quiet and cool.
The villa must have had an architect involved, as it's beautiful and its functionality has been well thought out. From the street, one sees only the top level, with a pretty flower garden screening it. One enters directly onto the second floor, which has bedrooms flanked by a long verandah that overlooks the old town. The master bedroom, at one end, opens onto its own small private sitting room that shares the verandah's view. (Great for the adults to have a quiet morning coffee.) Because the house is at the top of the town, nothing overlooks it, and the view is wonderful.
Downstairs is a decent kitchen (could use more counter space, but I quibble) and a huge sitting room that opens via large glass doors onto the lovely garden. At the other end of the downstairs, tucked away, are a sauna and a Turkish bath. I regret that we didn't use them, as we there in the heat of summer, but I can imagine that a winter stay would have its own rewards.
The jewel, though, is the garden, which is split into two levels. The main garden is a lawn flanked by flowering bushes, with a wood oven along the side. It is walled off from neighbouring houses, situated further down the hill. At one time there was a large tree in this part, as the stump is there, and it did rather lack shade but was very pleasant in the early morning and evening and has its own resident tortoise. Put some fruit out for him -- he'll be grateful. Down stone stairs is the lower garden, with a beautiful little pool surrounded by trees and comfortable lounge chairs. Just fantastic.
Manager Alison Morel is helpful, reliable, and knowledgeable. She is an arranger extraordinaire, laying on groceries in advance at my request (at cost, no fee), supplying airport transfers and very inexpensive rental car, replacing a broken coffee pot as quickly as possible. Couldn't ask for more.
Selcuk itself was a pleasant surprise. Evidence of tourism but not nearly the level of pestering to buy that we encountered in Istanbul. It had a human scale. Nice little restaurants, wonderfully courteous and charming people, and a market for fresh food. We really lacked for nothing.
Idyllic!