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While most people would associate Croatian holidays with seaside breaks in the summer, If you are looking to enjoy a cosy foodie getaway in lush autumnal landscapes then we would also highly recommend a vacation rental in Croatia. With lots of inland areas that boast endless vineyards, dense forests, and historic hilltop towns, Croatia, as a destination is quite the looker at this time of the year. Plus, as the weather remains mild but begins to cool throughout the season, there are perfect conditions for hiking through those scenic landscapes and exploring those pretty towns without getting too sweaty. Additionally, with harvest season comes an array of incredible produce and products to sample and a unique cuisine with Italian influences that ensures plenty of hearty and delicious things to eat as it begins to cool down. So, pack some cute sweaters, some comfy pants that allow you to eat well, and shoes that you can walk in and come experience all that Croatia in the fall has to offer…

Looking for some scenic destinations in Croatia at this time of the year? Here are our picks…

Senj is one of the prettiest historic towns in all of Croatia and is famously the only territory in the country that was never taken. Crowned by its impressive and iconic Nehaj Fortress, framed by the Velebit mountain range, with a wide and glittering bay on the Adriatic, and boasting a well-preserved old town, Senj has truly striking good looks. Those who book a vacation rental in Senj, therefore, will quickly discover that it is a perfect location for a dreamy seaside getaway. 

If you’re exploring the so-called “Green Istria,” the lush heart of the region inland, then you will quickly discover that this is a landscape full of beautiful sights and delicious things to eat and drink. While those who book a villa in Istria are likely to be originally drawn to the famously lovely coastline of the region and the countless charming resorts and seaside towns, this green interior is well worth exploring. Visit vineyards and sample wines, wander around pretty old towns, hike or bike or get out into the great outdoors, devour hearty meals in little family-run restaurants, and savour the slow and delicious pace of life. If you love truffles, in particular, then the town of Buzet is one to make special note of and to add to your itinerary.

Upon approach, Buzet is impossibly picturesque and reminds one of Tuscany. Perched up on a lush hillside covered in trees, with green hills and mountains all around, the pretty town is made up of a historic core dating back to the Middle Ages that is comprised of a cluster of stone buildings with terracotta roofs and a church steeple at the very top. It is famous for two things: as the home of Croatian motorsport, hosting the "Buzetskidani" hill climb race each year, and as the Town of Truffles and Istrian Capital of Truffles. That this little town is the capital of two things is rather extraordinary!

The coastal city of Split is a great and historic beauty located on a peninsula in the Adriatic, in Dalmatia in the south of Croatia. A resort town and active port, it is a place where varied history and traditions meet chic and cosmopolitan modernity. Therefore, it offers an perfect list of incredible things to see and do in the most stunning settings, from cobbled little streets lined with grand old buildings to stretches of the coast with craggy peaks and azure seas as a backdrop. If you book a villa in Split-dalmatien, at least one day-trip to the city is a must!

If you book a villa in Dubrovnik and are spending time exploring the charming medieval city, you might find yourself gazing out over the stunning coastline of the surrounding area from the ancient city walls or the tiny but perfect little city beach and may be filled with the desire for adventure at the sight! The bay and the cluster of islands that can be found in the area around Dubrovnik can be readily visited from the city by boat tour and present all sorts of excellent options for days out and exploration. Among the various islands or destinations that you might choose between, the island of Korčula and its main town of the same name is particularly charming and picturesque and continues to be a relatively hidden gem…