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North Cyprus · Kyrenia Guide
Property in Bellapais
Bellapais is a historic village on the mountainside south of Kyrenia, known for the 13th-century Gothic Bellapais Abbey. Made world-famous by Lawrence Durrell's "Bitter Lemons," Bellapais still keeps its village character, with narrow lanes and stone houses.
Also known as Beylerbeyi.
Price index
Bellapais · North Cyprus Property Price Index
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Rental listings (6)
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Latest listings
£3751-Bedroom ApartmentApartment · 1+1 · 45m² (gross)Boğaz
£280,000For Sale: 3+1 Villa, BeylerbeyiVilla · 3+1Beylerbeyi
£245,000For Sale: 1+1 Office, BeylerbeyiOffice · 1+1 · 135m² (gross)Beylerbeyi
£1,8004+1 Beylerbeyi Villa for RentVilla · 4+1Beylerbeyi
£650,00035% Zoned Villa Plot in BeylerbeyiLand · 1.535m²Beylerbeyi
£2,000For Rent: 4+1 Beylerbeyi ApartmentApartment · 4+1 · 140m² (gross)Beylerbeyi
Living here
Life in Bellapais
Bellapais has no district-level median; the Kyrenia-wide per-m² median is £1,761/m² (sample n=474).
Bellapais has no district-level median; the Kyrenia-wide rent median is £1,100/mo (sample n=58).
Bellapais is a historic village on the mountainside south of Kyrenia, known for the 13th-century Gothic Bellapais Abbey. Made world-famous by Lawrence Durrell's "Bitter Lemons," Bellapais still keeps its village character, with narrow lanes and stone houses. The area offers both sea and mountain views, with luxury villas and traditional stone houses. It's 5 km from Kyrenia center. An ideal address for those seeking historic character, stunning views, and peaceful living.
Bellapais: Historic Village above Kyrenia
Just above Kyrenia, at the foot of the Five Finger Mountains, Bellapais is known for its historic fabric and quiet village life. Taking its name from the French "Abbaye de la Paix" (Abbey of Peace), the village is known for the 13th-century Gothic Bellapais Abbey; its cobbled narrow streets and sweeping Mediterranean panorama also make it one of the well-known historic places in Cyprus.
From Literature to Property: Bellapais's Charm
Bellapais is the village brought to world literature by British writer Lawrence Durrell's famous work "Bitter Lemons". This historical and cultural heritage is a key element that still shapes the village's character:
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Cultural events: The abbey's refectory, with its remarkable acoustics, regularly hosts classical music concerts, opera performances and art festivals.
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Historic fabric: Traditional stone houses, century-old olive and carob trees, vine-covered courtyards — every street is a postcard.
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Village life: Bellapais is a small settlement; the village square, cafés and the area around the abbey are the centre of daily life. Visitor numbers rise in summer, and in winter the village stays a quieter place to live.
Daily Life and Logistics
Despite being extremely close to Kyrenia town centre, Bellapais offers a self-contained, quiet village atmosphere:
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Location: Just 5-10 minutes by car from Kyrenia's old harbour area. However, the hilly terrain means a private vehicle is needed.
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Food and drink: Boutique restaurants around the abbey offer dining on panoramic-view terraces, mostly quality, relatively upmarket venues.
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Education: Proximity to Kyrenia schools such as the English School of Kyrenia (ESK) is a significant plus for resident families.
Bellapais Property Market
Because of the village's historic fabric and hilly terrain, housing in Bellapais is mostly traditional stone houses and villas. For current £/m² and rental medians, check the live price index above this page; where the sample is too small, the index shows "not enough sample" instead of a median. The points below describe the structure of the market, not a price.
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Traditional stone houses: Price varies by location, size and building condition.
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Modern villas: Price varies by location, size and building condition.
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Renting: Rent levels depend on the property type, location, furnishing and lease length; check the live index for the current rental median.
To see current listings in Bellapais, browse Kyrenia listings on the Evlek platform.
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Frequently asked questions
What are property prices in Bellapais?
Bellapais has no district-level median; the Kyrenia-wide per-m² median is £1,761/m² (sample n=474).
What is it like to live in Bellapais?
Bellapais is known for near the historic abbey, stunning views, village above kyrenia, historic ambiance. It's approximately 5 km from Girne center.
How should sale listings in Bellapais, Girne be compared?
Compare current asking prices, net area and price per square metre together. Evlek's Price Index gives area context; an asking price is not a completed sale price or an independent valuation.
Which fields matter when comparing sale listings?
Review price, net area, building age, location, fees, features, photos and the publisher profile together. Ask the publisher to confirm missing or conflicting information in writing.
How can listing freshness be checked?
Confirm availability, price and features directly with the publisher and view the property when possible. Check the listing date and publisher profile as well.