Commodore Remzi Bey Mansion

The building, referred to as one of the most iconic classical Ottoman mansions of the Bosphorus, attracts the attention of passersby with its elegant and majestic stance. Thanks to its long and vertical architecture, it creates a unique silhouette alongside the medieval Anadolu Hisarı fortress, adding a distinct beauty to the view of the Bosphorus.

History

The Commodore Remzi Bey Mansion was built in 1917 by Commodore Remzi Bey, who held the rank of commodore in the Ottoman Navy. Shortly afterwards, during the early years of the Republic, it was purchased by General Mümtaz Aktay Pasha, who had served on fronts from the Balkan Wars to the War of Independence. The building was registered as a cultural asset in 1971 and put under protection, and the following year it was sold to the famous scientist and politician Erdal İnönü by Mümtaz Pasha's family.

Erdal İnönü renovated the mansion with a reinforced concrete frame, turning it into a sturdy structure that preserves its original style, and noted in his will, 'Let it be a museum after me.' For many years, it was known among the public as the İnönü Mansion or, in memory of its previous owner, the Mümtaz Paşa Mansion, as it belonged to Erdal İnönü's wife Sevinç İnönü and their family. In the 1990s, due to financial problems faced by the İnönü family, the mansion became subject to enforcement proceedings; as the debts could not be paid, it was put up for sale through enforcement in 2017. In the same year, Namık Tanık, a businessman from Ankara, purchased the mansion for approximately 20 million TL, resolving the family’s debt issues and becoming the new owner of the mansion. This historic property, which is now privately owned, can be seen and photographed from the outside, but it is not open to visitors.

Explore By Yacht

One of the most enjoyable ways to explore the beauties of the Bosphorus is to take advantage of yacht charter options. When you set sail on a private yacht, you can turn your route towards the calm bay of Anadolu Hisarı and admire the Komodor Remzi Bey Mansion from the sea. Seeing the historic castle walls and the mansion in the same frame gives one a feeling of traveling back in time. Away from the hustle and bustle of Istanbul, watching this exquisite mansion in the heart of the Bosphorus accompanied by the sound of waves and wind will be an unforgettable experience.

While sailing the Bosphorus by renting a yacht in Istanbul, you will enjoy a unique experience compared to crowded tour boats. You can stop at any point to closely examine the Komodor Remzi Bey Mansion and the nearby Anadolu Hisarı, and take as many photos as you wish. The view of the Rumeli Hisarı located directly across the region, along with the first and second Bosphorus bridges, creates an extremely impressive panorama from this point. While enjoying this panoramic view from your yacht's deck, you can listen to interesting historical anecdotes about the mansion from your guide or simply enjoy the Bosphorus in peace.

During your trip to Istanbul, rent a yacht to explore this unique corner of the Bosphorus and create your own fairy-tale route. Whether you enjoy a pleasant cruise on the blue waters on a sunny day or plan a romantic tour at sunset; thanks to the private yacht experience, you will experience the historical atmosphere of the Anadolu Hisarı shores in the most comfortable way. This special journey, which will leave a lasting impression on both local and foreign guests, will add value to your travel as one of the most unforgettable ways to discover Istanbul from the sea.