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If you are in the market for a sleek and chic modern villa with all of the mod-cons you could ask for, a private pool, a short drive to the beach, easy access to gorgeous and famous towns along the coast of Istria, plenty of space, and all at an incredible price point, then look no further than De Flora.

This four bedroom, three bathroom gem of a villa in Istria sleeps up to nine guests and is located in Galižana, 1km from the centre of town, 5km from the famous town of Pula, and 4.5km from the beach. It offers ample room, with bright, spacious, and modern interiors. Split across three floors, the house actually has two living room and kitchen areas with bedrooms on the same floor on the lower ground and ground floor, making it an ideal option for more than one family travelling together or a group of friends who want to have room enough to cook or do their own thing and have their own space at times. There is also ample room, of course, for everyone to mingle or for a single group or family to all be together while not being on top of each other.

Zadar, the lovely coastal city, is one of Croatia’s prime tourist destinations and for good reason. With the rich blue of the Adriatic reflecting the green and not overly built-up coastline of this seaside resort, a historic centre made up of medieval churches and ancient Roman ruins, amazing museums and unique tourist attractions - it is a place rarely totally overrun by tourists but that always has lots to offer a visitor. Of course, while there are so many interesting things to discover in Zadar, her proximity to the sea is one of her biggest selling points by far. In fact, a villa in Zadar is an ideal option for those who want fascinating things see and do but also want to have easy access to some excellent city beaches. Among Zadar’s beaches, the most popular is the delightful Kolovare Beach.

We often talk about the famous natural beauty of Croatia, a land known for its gorgeous coastline and lush inland landscapes but there are also the spaces where nature and man come together and work hand-in-hand to create something extra-special, like the Botanical Garden of Zagreb. Located in the University of Zagreb, right in the heart of the city, it is an ideal spot of peace and beauty for a moment of calm when you book a villa in Zagreb and explore all that it has to offer. 

All around, in the capital city of Croatia, you’ll see 19th-century Austro-Hungarian architectural gems and the picturesque centre also boasts incredible museums, markets, cafes, and other parks but the Botanical Garden is a must. Free to enter, it reopens in May 2024 and is a charming addition to any trip to the city. 

Are you dreaming of a perfectly scenic getaway this autumn? Think charming historic towns, lots of orange and rust-coloured leaves, golden sunsets like dripping honey, days enjoying hearty seasonal dishes and sampling local wines... Sounds pretty dreamy, right? Well, Istria delivers all of this and more! 

The lovely seaside town of Vodice in Croatia boasts quite a large selection of excellent beaches for long days of sun and fun all throughout a wonderful vacation. However, while enjoying the beach while the sun is high in the sky and there are endless hours ahead of you is definitely a must if you have booked a villa in Vodice, we would also recommend heading to the sea during the last moments of the day. Not only will you be far less likely to have to contend with crowds but the sparkling waters and stretching horizon are made even more lovely by the play of pink and golden tones as the sky begins to change colours and the sun begins to set.