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The coastline around Esentepe is a favorite place when it comes to buying a home by the sea or investing in property in North Cyprus. Here you will find all the necessary modern living conditions, but without the bustle and traffic jams typical for larger cities. Esentepe (means windy hill) is a village located on the northern coast, east of the city of Kyrenia, and is a kind of gateway to the Karpaz region. It is believed that it was founded during the Byzantine times.
Pristine shoreline where nature's treasures unfold!
Pristine shoreline where nature's treasures unfold!
In the center there is a charming old village, it is so leisurely and serene, mainly inhabited by Turkish Cypriots and people from Norway, Sweden, England and other European countries. There are shops, schools, a police station, a bank, a pharmacy, health clinic, cafes and restaurants, and the only golf club in Cyprus, only a five-minute drive away. Most of the new properties are located just outside the village along the coastal road. Esentepe and the beauty of the surrounding area make this area a must-visit, especially for the sea turtle nesting sites on the area's beaches, forest walks. You also find lovely picnic areas and the diversity of native plant species. The area is rich in history, with ruins of various monasteries located here, as well as the Church of Antiphony, which contains some of the last examples of ancient frescoes from the 12th to 15th centuries in North Cyprus.
The climate in Esentepe is mild. It is noteworthy that even on the hottest days it is not too stuffy here - gentle sea breezes bring coolness. Located in the northern part of Cyprus,Esentepe has a typical Mediterranean climate. Summers are hot and dry, autumn brings mild and comfortable weather, winters are moderately warm, and in spring you can enjoy freshness and picturesque nature. During the summer period from June to September in Esentepe, daytime temperatures often rise to 30-35 degrees Celsius. It can get quite hot here, but the sea breeze usually makes the heat more bearable. With warm water temperatures reaching 26-27 degrees Celsius, summer becomes a great time for swimming and relaxing at Esentepe Beach. The autumn season in Esentepe begins in October and continues until the end of December. At this time, the temperature usually stays between 20-25 degrees Celsius. The autumn months offer a more temperate climate and mild sun exposure, making it a particularly pleasant period to visit.
In winter, from December to February, Esentepe is usually quite warm and moderate. During the day, the air temperature ranges from 12 to 18 degrees Celsius, and at night it can drop to 8-10 degrees Celsius. There are rainy days in winter, but they are not frequent and, as a rule, do not interfere with enjoying your holiday. From March to the end of April, spring comes in Esentepe. Temperatures at this time of year usually range between 16-22 degrees Celsius, and this is the time when nature comes to life and flowers begin to bloom throughout the area. Regardless of the season, Esentepe always offers a wide range of outdoor activities, be it beach activities, nature walks or sports activities. The beaches in this region are wide and sandy.
Beautifully trimmed lawns and an immaculately maintained golf course are not the only advantages of the resort. A private beach and luxury boutique hotel renowned for its services, offering excellent opportunities for rest and relaxation.The magnificent views and exhilarating beauty of the resort, located between the Mediterranean coast and the Beşparmak mountain range in Esentepe, will amaze you to the core. Pine forests, carob trees and olive groves will help you feel the measured rhythm of life on the island.
This magnificent beach is primarily a protected environmental area - the famous Cypriot Sea Turtles nests here - the red-listed Green turtle (Chelonia Mydas) and the big-headed Loggerhead (Caretta caretta). You can see the birth of a new turtle life between June and August. The turtles swim to the coast every year and at the end of May, beginning of June, they come ashore with only one purpose - to leave offspring. They dig holes in the sand and lay their eggs and then hide in the sea, this happens during the night. Just like the baby turtles when they hatch
Construction is prohibited around the beach, there is no electricity , there is no beach infrastructure and traditional water attractions. There are many metal “baskets” on the beach in summer that protect turtle nests from accidental damage. The beach area is a nature conservation area, so you will have to take with you everything you need for relaxation - sunbeds and umbrellas. Despite the lack of electricity, there is a fish restaurant on the Alagadi turtle beach, powered by a generator. Here they sell drinks, all kinds of snacks, and prepare freshly caught bream fish, sea bass and other fish.
The sandy beach is divided into three bays by quaint sandstone cliffs, ideal for leisurely walks and secluded relaxation, ideal for swimming and snorkeling, one of the few places where you can see turtles in the summer. It is an open beach for everyone, any day of the week. However, between June and October, when the sea turtle egg laying season continues the beach is closed for visitors between 20:00 to 08:00. Only with the consent of the Sea Turtle Conservation Project (MTCP), access to the shore at night is still possible. For this purpose, special groups are organized to monitor turtles together with volunteers.
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