Elixir Art, at the shimmering crossways where the Aegean and the Mediterranean meet, is the preferred destination for Turkey's elite and their jetsetting friends.

A wealthy Turkish textile baron discovered the dilapidated guest house that is now Elixir Art, fell in love, and bought it from its previous owner within minutes of his arrival. He invested millions in renovating the quaint old property from top to bottom, and has turned it into an exclusive retreat, which is rapidly becoming a favourite among the rich and famous.

Arrival at Elixir Art is via a five-minute speed boat ride from the village of Bozburun. The charming, distinctively uniformed staff greet you with fresh mint-flavoured lemonade. It's a first taste of the friendly service you can expect throughout your stay.

As you approach the hotel, keep an eye out for Chica, the ever-smiling Nigerian who maintains a permanent meandering presence, keeping the grounds painstakingly clean. You will also soon encounter the gregarious Asim, a man whose many talents have made him one of the hotel's main attractions. With his own, uniquely-styled uniform, he is one of many flamboyant characters who make Elixir Art a distinctive and welcoming place to stay.

Accommodation

Sabrina's Haus has 15 rooms, located in two characterful buildings either side of the little square and promenade that leads to the seashore. All rooms are air-conditioned and have en suite power showers, and all double beds are king-sized four posters. There is a large-screen plasma TV in every room. The views from all rooms - and indeed all over the hotel - are stunning. With the island of Symi as the backdrop, the sea stretches away to the horizon all around you, while the graceful coastal cliffs loom behind. At dusk, with cicadas chirruping their love calls from the bougainvillea, and a cool cocktail at your elbow, you may be forgiven for thinking that the world has no more to offer.

Children

Please note that there is a minimum age of 14 for children staying at Sabrina's Haus

Dining

Accommodation at Sabrina's Haus is on a bed and breakfast basis, but if you choose to dine at the resort there is a varied and tempting menu served every evening. Our barbecue mini-cruise is just one example....

Barbecue mini cruise

You will board the hotel's gullet to cruise along the coast, with drinks served at happy hour prices. The boat drops anchor at a beach that is deserted, save for the welcoming light of a bonfire, lanterns and a barbecue. Here, among a scattering of Roman relics flickering in the shadows, dinner is served, before returning home aboard the boat. It's an exquisitely romantic dining experience.

Free dining if you book early: If you book your holiday before March 31, 2011, we will include dinner at the resort for every night of your stay at no extra charge, including our fabulous barbecue mini cruise