Ekovill Natural Living Village
Ekovill is a natural living village in the Şile forests, Istanbul’s green lung. Every villa has a fenced garden, a veranda and vegetable beds; the pools, workshops and village square are shared.
Key facts
- Location
- Yaka, Şile
- Land
- 15.500 m²
- Villa types
- 5
- Architecture
- A-frame
- Status
- On sale
Architecture
A-frame architecture
Timber villas with triangular roofs, full-height glass fronts and stone-chimney fireplaces.
Fenced gardens
Every villa has a fenced garden, a fire pit and vegetable beds.
Generous verandas
A 20–22.5 m² timber veranda in every type.
Private pool
The twin type with pool has a pool of its own.
Villa types
There are five villa types. Pick one to see its floors, rooms and areas, then ask about its availability on WhatsApp with one tap.
Twin type with private pool
Private pool
- Gross
- 126.9 m²
- Net
- 106.7 m²
- Veranda
- 20 m²
- Usable net area
- 126.7 m²
Ground floor
- Living area35.4 m²
- Entrance6 m²
- Bathroom3.6 m²
- Veranda20 m²
Lower floor
- Main bedroom8.5 m²
- Bedroom8.3 m²
- Bedroom8.5 m²
- Hall8.5 m²
- Bathroom6 m²
- En-suite3.4 m²
Mezzanine
- Bedroom18.5 m²
Semi-detached duplex
- Gross
- 96.45 m²
- Net
- 88.9 m²
- Veranda
- 22.5 m²
- Usable net area
- 111.4 m²
Ground floor
- Living area18.3 m²
- Bedroom10 m²
- Entrance5 m²
- Bathroom3.6 m²
- Veranda22.5 m²
Lower floor
- Main bedroom11.5 m²
- Bedroom11.2 m²
- Bathroom5.1 m²
- Hall3.2 m²
- En-suite2.3 m²
Mezzanine
- Bedroom12 m²
- Balcony6.9 m²
Triple-row duplex
- Gross
- 96.45 m²
- Net
- 88.9 m²
- Veranda
- 22.5 m²
- Usable net area
- 111.4 m²
Ground floor
- Living area18.3 m²
- Bedroom10 m²
- Entrance5 m²
- Bathroom3.6 m²
- Veranda22.5 m²
Lower floor
- Main bedroom11.5 m²
- Bedroom11.2 m²
- Bathroom5.1 m²
- Hall3.2 m²
- En-suite2.3 m²
Mezzanine
- Bedroom12 m²
- Balcony6.9 m²
Semi-detached single storey
- Gross
- 58.25 m²
- Net
- 55.8 m²
- Veranda
- 22.5 m²
- Usable net area
- 78.3 m²
Ground floor
- Living area18.3 m²
- Bedroom10 m²
- Entrance5 m²
- Bathroom3.6 m²
- Veranda22.5 m²
Mezzanine
- Bedroom12 m²
- Balcony6.9 m²
Detached single storey
- Gross
- 58.25 m²
- Net
- 55.8 m²
- Veranda
- 22.5 m²
- Usable net area
- 78.3 m²
Ground floor
- Living area18.3 m²
- Bedroom10 m²
- Entrance5 m²
- Bathroom3.6 m²
- Veranda22.5 m²
Mezzanine
- Bedroom12 m²
- Balcony6.9 m²
Areas are taken from the catalogue floor plans. Images are illustrative.
Village life
Nine shared spaces and eight activity spaces: the common life of the village.
Shared spaces
- Sand-beach pool and children’s poolA pool area laid with real sand, with a children’s pool beside it.
- Quiet pool and children’s poolA separate pool for calm swimming, with a second children’s pool.
- Water-table terraceAlaçatı-style tables set in shallow water.
- Village caféLocal food and traditional drinks.
- AmphitheatreFor concerts, shows and events.
- PlaygroundA safe play area for children.
- WindmillA landmark in the local style.
- Basketball courtFor games and practice.
- Shared farming plotFor growing organic produce together with neighbours.
Activity spaces
- Ceramics studioMake your own ceramics.
- Painting studioPainting in different techniques.
- Rhythm workshopPercussion and music.
- Kitchen and pastry workshopCooking and baking.
- Open-air cinemaFilm nights under the stars.
- Kids ClubEducational games and activities.
- Tree housesTree houses built without harming the forest.
- Football pitchFor matches and training.
Building diary
Not renders: real photos from the site. Scroll to see how Ekovill has grown since May 2025.
May 2025 Foundation concrete 
May 2025 Veranda framing 
June 2025 Footings and rebar June 2025 Finished A-frame villas 
July 2025 Footings for the next blocks 
August 2025 Timber roof frames 
September 2025 Metal roof cladding 
December 2025 Twin A-frame villas 
August 2026 Glass front and interior
Gallery
Location
Ekovill sits on 15,500 m² of zoned land surrounded by forest in Yaka village, Şile. Inside Istanbul, away from its noise.
- Yaka village, Şile: in the forest belt north of Istanbul
- Surrounded by forest and village land, away from city noise
- Şile’s beaches and town centre are in the same district
- Within Istanbul province: a weekend home or a place to live
Yaka Köy, Şile / İstanbul
Questions about the project
Where is Ekovill?
In Yaka village, Şile, on 15,500 m² of zoned land surrounded by forest. We share the exact location on the map or during a visit.
Which villa types are there?
Five: the twin type with a private pool (126.90 m² gross), twin and triple-row duplexes (96.45 m² gross) and twin and detached single-storey villas (58.25 m² gross). All have a 20–22.5 m² veranda.
Is it on sale, how many are left?
Yes, Ekovill is on sale. Few villas remain; our sales team shares which types are currently available.
What are the prices?
Prices depend on the type and position of the villa. We share current prices straight away on WhatsApp or by phone.
Can I visit?
Yes. Part of the village is finished. Book on WhatsApp and our sales team will show you around.
What shared spaces are there?
A sand-beach pool and a quiet pool (each with a children’s pool), water tables, a village café, an amphitheatre, a playground, a windmill, basketball and football pitches, a shared farming plot, workshops, an open-air cinema, a Kids Club and tree houses.
When is the new project?
Our next project is in preparation. Message us on WhatsApp to join the first list we contact.
Are the images real?
Project images are illustrative renders from the catalogue. The building diary photos are real photos from the site.
Availability and prices
Fill in the form and send it on WhatsApp. Our sales team will share the available villas and prices and can arrange a visit.