Archive for 'Pretty Views in Croatia'

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…

If you are planning on booking one of our holiday rentals in Dubrovnik and you are coming to explore this fantastical and picturesque ancient town that acted as a stunning setting for the fictional town of King’s Landing in the beloved show Game of Thrones, then you are likely planning on going for a proper wander around her Old Town. For most, this will inevitably include climbing up onto the town’s impressive ancient walls and walking along them. 

As simply paying to access the Old Walls themselves costs visitors €40, however, we think it might be worth considering buying a Dubrovnik Pass instead (€40 for a one-day pass, €50 for three days, and €60 for a seven-day pass) This not only grants pass-holders access to the Old Walls but it also offers free entry into the town’s museums and galleries and free use of public transport. So, if you are really looking to make the most of your time on vacation in Dubrovnik, this is the only way to go! 

Located in an elevated spot amidst scenic and lush woodlands, overlooking the glittering Adriatic Sea and the charming seaside resort of Opatija, 5km from the nearest beach, Opatija Sky is a gorgeous, modern four-story villa that is ideal for those looking for a dream coastal villa in Croatia. With all of the basic amenities you could need within walking distance and a bus stop just 900m away, sea views and nature walks that allow guests to make the most of the natural beauty of this part of the world, a private pool, incredible interiors, and more, this stunning property has all of the bells and whistles you could ask for. Sleeping up to ten guests in total in four bedrooms with four bathrooms, this spacious villa is a perfect portal to the coast of Croatia and Primorje-Gorski Kotar County, in particular.