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Other Local Resorts & Areas => Fethiye Turkey Discussion Forum => Topic started by: Robw on December 07, 2014, 13:20:23 PM

Title: Sundial
Post by: Robw on December 07, 2014, 13:20:23 PM
I noticed that Murat has moved on from the Sundial, has anyone any knowledge of the new owners?
Title: Re: Sundial
Post by: nichola on December 07, 2014, 15:25:34 PM
Sea Breeze (Ovacık) have taken it on.

http://www.calis-beach.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=57139.0;topicseen
Title: Re: Sundial
Post by: bbates on December 09, 2014, 00:30:22 AM
As a tourist and not a resident however having spent over 6 weeks a year for the past 5 years holidaying in Calis and Fethiye I've dined at the Sundial on several occasions, Murat altho a little eccentric has always been the perfect host, the food always of a high standard at a price not usually associated with a venue situated in such a prominent awe inspiring beautiful location. Collecting us from our Villa in Calis and returning us home safely at the end of the night. I've always said that the location especially as a wedding venue hasn't been utilised to its full potential, we have friends who have married there and have been very happy but they haven't used the accommodation focusing on the venues outstanding location especially at sunset. The geographical location hinders its development into a 3,4 or 5 star accommodation . Another favourite of ours is the Olive Garden in Kabak, fabulous location great food but people are happy to holiday there in wooden sheds. It's horses for courses I think. 5 star and concrete or outstanding views and a little sacrifice with the creature comforts, I know where I prefer
Title: Re: Sundial
Post by: Di and Barry on May 25, 2015, 10:13:38 AM
A fabulous night at the Sundial with friends. The refurbishment is excellent. It is obvious that so much thought, money, time and effort has gone into bringing this wonderful venue up to date. It really is the jewel in the Fethiye crown now.  Food excellent as expected.  Prices much as before although some new additions to the menu too.  The dearest thing on the menu was a 450gram 21 day matured steak was 90YTL but when you think you are talking about almost half a kilo of top quality steak, that seems very reasonable. ;-)   but if that is not for you there are plenty of other options. Lovely to see Tufan's smiling face again and to meet the lovely Nadine.  We will be back in September.
Title: Re: Sundial
Post by: Scunner on May 25, 2015, 10:57:47 AM
Incredibly I have never been to the Sundial. Sounds good - I may have to try it. Do they still pick you up? There was a minimum number of people for that - is that still the case? If so how many is it?

Ta!
Title: Re: Sundial
Post by: scorcher on May 25, 2015, 11:07:42 AM
Six as I understand
Title: Re: Sundial
Post by: Scunner on May 25, 2015, 11:11:58 AM
Ok I need to find two friends.

In Calis.

Hmmm.
Title: Re: Sundial
Post by: Karennina on May 25, 2015, 13:32:11 PM
I asked the same question about the pickups the other day on the Sundial fb page, they said if there are less then 6 they operate. Shuttle service from I think wherever the dolmus stops near to the Sundial if that makes sense,they did tell me which dolmus I would need there were two choices, Tasyaka and another I will look it up and post on here bit later  ;)
Title: Re: Sundial
Post by: jo b on May 25, 2015, 18:23:12 PM
I would have thought it was abit of an uphill  walk from the  Tasyaka dolmus..

I asked on Facebook about transfers/pickups for the two of us but didn't get a reply so we didn't go. But maybe we will try again in September.
Title: Re: Sundial
Post by: KKOB on May 25, 2015, 19:06:40 PM
Why does everyone expect to be picked-up by restaurants ? If you can't get there by dolmus, get a taxi !
Title: Re: Sundial
Post by: Scunner on May 25, 2015, 19:14:44 PM
If they don't pick up I'll go to somewhere that does  ;)
Title: Re: Sundial
Post by: jo b on May 25, 2015, 19:42:41 PM
It's a bit off the beaten track KKOB for anyone and a climb up the mountain from the dolmus...previous owners prefered to pick you up rather than taxis using the track to the hotel- maybe due to an agreement with local residents?
Title: Re: Sundial
Post by: milliemars on May 26, 2015, 14:17:35 PM
Thought I heard there is a button at Dolmus station to ring send done one will come down and collect.
Title: Re: Sundial
Post by: lance on May 26, 2015, 14:25:34 PM
if kings garden can do it why not sundial,maybe later in season when they get more people in .
Title: Re: Sundial
Post by: Jacqui Harvey on May 26, 2015, 14:31:29 PM
Exactly my thoughts Lance,  Kings Garden would be my choice anyway over the Sundial.  Lovely food, friendly staff, good enertainment and pick up there and back.  We had a Sunday Lunch there last time we were over and for 17 TL to include three courses cannot be beaten, they also picked us up and took us back. 
Title: Re: Sundial
Post by: Fieldfare on July 11, 2015, 13:18:57 PM
Anyone been to the sundial in the last couple of weeks? Is it worth the trtip to get there?
Title: Re: Sundial
Post by: patch on July 11, 2015, 15:21:32 PM
Four of us went this week and it was very good .slightly more expensive than the average restaurant but would definitely go again .
Title: Re: Sundial
Post by: thekeyclan on July 11, 2015, 17:20:09 PM
I also went last week, the food was excellent, and the service right on the metal. As a result of the change of ownership and environment it has lost some of its 'rustic' charm! But for anyone going for the first time, they could only be impressed with the new ambiance. Yes, it is slightly more expensive than many restaurants in the area, but for me, well worth it.
Title: Re: Sundial
Post by: Jacqui Harvey on July 11, 2015, 20:27:44 PM
I also went last week, the food was excellent, and the service right on the metal. As a result of the change of ownership and environment it has lost some of its 'rustic' charm! But for anyone going for the first time, they could only be impressed with the new ambiance. Yes, it is slightly more expensive than many restaurants in the area, but for me, well worth it.

Did they pick you up and drop you back??
Title: Re: Sundial
Post by: Fieldfare on July 12, 2015, 07:44:30 AM
It would be great if they did do pick up's
Title: Re: Sundial
Post by: Rimms on July 12, 2015, 08:20:31 AM
They do pick ups for parties of 6 or more
Title: Re: Sundial
Post by: Jacqui Harvey on July 12, 2015, 08:46:32 AM
Yes, I knew it used to be 3 or more, so obviously the new Management have stretched the number.
Title: Re: Sundial
Post by: ovacik2 on July 12, 2015, 13:59:39 PM
As well was  home to restaurant and return transfers minimum 6 ,for anyone on the Dolmus route at the traffic light crossroads they have a taxi type bell system and will come and collect any number and take you up the Hill to the restaurant!
Title: Re: Sundial
Post by: thekeyclan on July 12, 2015, 14:01:34 PM
No Jacquiie, they didn't, we had a car so transport wasn't required. However, they didn't ask when I booked because there were only 2 of us and I understand they now require a minimum of 6 people.
Title: Re: Sundial
Post by: ovacik2 on July 12, 2015, 14:17:33 PM
Why does everyone expect to be picked-up by restaurants ? If you can't get there by dolmus, get a taxi !

Easy ! It's usually a free/ included in the price service provided by restaurants in more unusual places. Drivers can also participate in social drinking !  Expect ?? Nhaaaaa ! Boğaziçi has no service but will always go there more than Sundial!   ;D  ;D
Title: Re: Sundial
Post by: mercury on July 12, 2015, 23:02:46 PM
I remember the days in Calis when all if the restaurants offered a free pick up service if you wanted to eat in their place... Long gone as is the free salad and bread at most places.
Title: Re: Sundial
Post by: Jacqui Harvey on July 12, 2015, 23:34:30 PM
Might be a good idea to compile the restaurants in the area that do free pick up and drop off.
Title: Re: Sundial
Post by: philrose on July 13, 2015, 06:51:18 AM
Yes, I knew it used to be 3 or more, so obviously the new Management have stretched the number.
The minimum of 6 for a free pick up was started by Murat a couple of years back....
Title: Re: Sundial
Post by: Jacqui Harvey on July 13, 2015, 07:22:34 AM
We were told a few years ago, if you had 3 or more in your party they would pick you up.  However, we had a car so it did not bother us.
Title: Re: Sundial
Post by: philrose on July 13, 2015, 07:42:30 AM
My point was that the new management didn't stretch the number it was already set at 6....
Title: Re: Sundial
Post by: Jacqui Harvey on July 13, 2015, 08:09:39 AM
My pont was, when the last guy had it we were told it was 3 or more... so, it seemed to me it had been stretched.  Anyway, i don't really care as I would not be rushing back up there anytime soon.