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Erkanli Country Resort is a family-owned, 's' status country hotel just 60 km from Istanbul, 10 mins from the Marmara Sea. This boutique hotel offers 30 double rooms, including 2 suites and 2 cottages, all of which have views of the beautiful gardens, as does the indoor pool, which is part of the Spa centre. There are excellent riding facilities with horses for all levels. Wander round the resort and enjoy the fresh air, ride a bike or relax and make use of the free Wi-Fi throughout the venue.The rooms have en suite bathrooms with shower, bath or hydro-massage bath, LCD TV with satellite channels, A/C, minbar and safe. The main restaurant, overlooking the garden, serves a wide range of tastes from both Turkish and international cuisine. Dishes from the a la carte menu are prepared with organic vegetables, freshly picked from the hotel greenhouse, which can be visited at any time. The chef's salads and chocolate souffle are recommended.The riding complex, with indoor and outdoor arena, has experienced instructors who also speak English. The Spa centre comes with a spacious sauna, hot tub, massage room, steam bath and showers. There is a rustic cafe on site offering guests a cosy place to relax with snacks and drinks and live music at the weekend.