cheap ikea-like shop in north cyprus?

halli171


Joined: 19/01/2009
Posts: 3

Message Posted:
19/01/2009 10:47

Hi we are coming out to N Cyprus in Feb to furnish our new apartment.Is there an ikea-type shop where can buy everything from crockery to dining table? We know there is an ikea over the border, but also know we cant drive over the border!

Stewart


Joined: 19/07/2008
Posts: 1107

Message Posted:
19/01/2009 12:46

Hi, don't think you can, I have not found one yet.



Fulya at http://www.cyprusfurniturepacks.net can provide all this for you including curtain poles being fitted, made to measure etc.



She is VERY GOOD VALUE.



FYI a 2 bed apartmentment with fitted EVERYTHING ( inc white goods, beds, lounge & dining furniture, made to measure curtains and poles, crockery, pans etc etc )

cost me about 5K ( may be a bit more now due to the state of the pound )

laptagal


Joined: 28/05/2008
Posts: 549

Message Posted:
19/01/2009 13:01

Hi, there is also a very good shop for crockery, glasses and general household stuff called 1001, very near to Ercan airport. I have heard that they also have another couple of shops in Girne but this one is huge. I would also recommend Homefront in Alsancak. They seem to make most things to oredr. Very reasonable prices too. Owned by a Brit. married to a Cypriot. Very nice, helpful couple.

cyprusishome


Joined: 31/03/2007
Posts: 2381

Message Posted:
19/01/2009 13:46

You can get everything you need here, not neccisarily all in one shop but in our opinion there is no need to go to the south for anything.



If you live east of Girne there are a large number of shops along the road side.



The post above re 1001 is perfect. One at Ercan junction is probably best but we prefer the one in central Lefkosa as it is more quirky and homly.



I call 1001 the shop where you can buy the things you did not even know you wanted!!! I hate shopping but will visit Lefkosa shop anytime we are there.

suntanman



Joined: 18/04/2007
Posts: 721

Message Posted:
19/01/2009 13:52

I can also recommend 1001 store, although have always used the one nearer Famagusta/Bogaz, and didn't know there was one around Ercan/Girne.

They sell almost everything from Ashtrays to Zimmer frames. I often go for a browse but end up buying something.

simbas



Joined: 16/07/2007
Posts: 5943

Message Posted:
19/01/2009 13:59

Hi Suntanman , i hear people recommending the 1001 store time and time again , could you tell me where is it in Famagusta / Bogaz area please

Many thanks , simbas

phylray



Joined: 21/09/2007
Posts: 1727

Message Posted:
19/01/2009 13:59

The one in Girne is 2nd turning left from main street and on RH side

Loads of crockery, etc. and one near airport have been with local friend

& it is huge & sells much more.

simbas



Joined: 16/07/2007
Posts: 5943

Message Posted:
19/01/2009 14:18

Thanks phylray , will go for a little wander next time i'm over

Have a nice day , Simbas

suntanman



Joined: 18/04/2007
Posts: 721

Message Posted:
19/01/2009 14:31

simbas:



Not sure whereabouts you are in TRNC, driving from Esentepe/Tatlitsu we go over the mountain road to T junction (K pet garage on left hand side) turn left towards Famagusta, then its about 10 min drive, on the right hand side just before you reach Tesco store, and before the junction where you turn right to Famagusta or left to Bogaz.

It is in a new shopping mall, there's also a supermarket (cheaper than Supreme & Lemar) and other retail outlets.

Hope this helps.

suntanman



Joined: 18/04/2007
Posts: 721

Message Posted:
19/01/2009 14:38

Its on the main road betwee Gecitkale and Iskelle.

Hope the spellings are correct, I've left my road map over there.

simbas



Joined: 16/07/2007
Posts: 5943

Message Posted:
19/01/2009 14:39

Hi , i know the place you mean it's in Iskeke , the shop is called " Marda " and its in the Anfora Shopping Centre . I thought the place you referring was a different shop

Thanks , Simbas

jock1



Joined: 06/01/2008
Posts: 3786

Message Posted:
19/01/2009 16:21

Where about is the one near the airport?

laptagal


Joined: 28/05/2008
Posts: 549

Message Posted:
19/01/2009 17:20

Hi Jock, as you come to the roundabout from the airport road, it is on your left. Obviously, on the right if coming from Girne.

neilhodgin


Joined: 28/10/2008
Posts: 256

Message Posted:
20/01/2009 02:15

1001 has a lot of tack,but a lot of useful stuff to.we have bought pots and pans etc from there,defo worth a visit.

cyprusishome


Joined: 31/03/2007
Posts: 2381

Message Posted:
21/01/2009 14:21

Another favourite of ours is China Bazaar in Lefkosa.



Very similar to 1001 but often better quality.



Next to Lemar at Metehan (Kermia). Easiest way to describe, you will find own route when you know where it is.



From Girne, turn right at Gonyeli roundabout towards Guzelurt, then left at traffic lights. Continue to end of road and at roundabout turn left. For those that already know, yes this is route to Metehan crossing except you turn right at rbout. About 50 yards from rbout you will see China Bazaar and Lemar.

yogi444


Joined: 16/04/2009
Posts: 11

Message Posted:
05/05/2009 01:04

Hi can anyone tell me the opening times of 1001 on Saturdays - the one near the airport would be the best for me