About this property
The villa’s distinctive blue window shutters contrast with the rugged stone exterior, and add an extra splash of colour to the lovely covered dining area. This is just a few steps away from the pool, with easy step access, and a terrace area with parasol and plenty of sun loungers. There’s a shower room near the pool too, and another covered dining area in the pavilion, separate from the house, which has a large barbecue. The pretty gardens also offer lawn areas which are ideal for young children to play on as you enjoy your meal.
On the upper level, the house has another covered terrace with seating and dining areas overlooking the pool, making another shaded spot to relax for hours. Also, on this floor, three very stylish bedrooms, each with a bathroom, offer supreme comfort and have a rustic feel – bare stone walls, wooden ceilings with chunky beams and eye-catching furnishings add lots of character to the rooms.
Downstairs, there is a fully equipped kitchen and dining area, with all the hallmarks of the kitchen you always wanted. Impressive appliances and plenty of room to move make it a pleasure to cook and dine here. You can then adjourn to the spacious living area with its wonderfully comfy seating, flat screen television and direct terrace access. There is also an extra sleeping area by the fireplace if you need it, with two single beds.
Nearby Bale is something of a well-kept secret, where you will discover beautiful architecture in the Old Town and olive groves and vineyards in the immediate surroundings. A tourist train runs from the town to the pebble and rock beaches of San Polo and Colone, given a feeling of seclusion by the oak trees and pines which are all around.
The small village of Krmed sits in a pretty central position on Croatia’s magnificent Istrian peninsula, which makes it a great place to base yourself to see all that surrounds it. The beautiful fishing port of Rovinj on the western coast is just over 20km away, and is a glorious place to see the sun set. The cobbled streets of the Old Town offer lots of pavement cafés and restaurants, and there’s chilled nightlife to be enjoyed if you stay late enough. The delightful harbour is just steps away from the shops and makes a lovely place to soak up the Mediterranean ambience.
The city of Bale is the closest large town to Krmed and has some lovely pebble beaches in the vicinity. Its narrow streets surround a 15th-century castle – a remnant of Bale’s fascinating and turbulent past. The inspirational atmosphere of the city attracts creative, cultured types – one of Bale’s big annual events is the popular Last Minute Open Jazz Festival, where homegrown talent and the occasional international guest create a superb summer vibe.
Just a 10-minute drive from Krmed, the charming Svetvinčenat has become a must-see destination. Svetvinčenat’s main square, Placa, and castle, Morosini-Grimani, are among its highlights, earning it a reputation as one of Istria’s best-preserved medieval towns. Several annual festivals take place here too, including the New Wine Festival and the International Dance & Non-Verbal Theatre Festival.
The peninsula’s largest city, Pula, lies around 40 minutes’ drive from Krmed, and is well worth the journey. Pula’s star attraction is its Roman amphitheatre, a focal point for live entertainment right in the centre of town.
Accommodation
The Villa
In the pretty Istrian village of Krmed, Villa Rialta is a charming 4-bedroom property surrounded by countryside, around 7km from the city of Bale and just a little further from the beach. Centrally located, it makes a great base for exploring Rovinj and Pula, and its peaceful setting is perfect for a relaxing family holiday or break with friends.
Ground Floor
- Double bedroom, with en-suite bathroom
- Dining & living area
- Fully equipped kitchen
First Floor
- Three double bedrooms, with en-suite bathrooms
- Terrace, with outdoor dining & furniture
Attic
- Living area
- Single beds
Exterior
- Private swimming pool, with Roman steps access
- Communal WC
- Lawn area
- Outdoor dining & furniture
- Parasols
- Pergola
- Poolside shower
- Private Parking
- Summer kitchen
- Sun loungers
Reviews (4)
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Kristin
We are a family of 8 people who enjoyed life in this great villa for seven days (three children; 2 years, 11 years and 15 years). The house was spacious and very well equipped. The villa and surrounding garden is gorgeous. We enjoyed staying in the villa and swimming pool so much that we only went into town a couple of times. The villa is located in a hamlet near a lovely little town Bale (five minutes by car). In spite of its little size Bale has several non-expensive restaurants where you can dine. We would definitely consider staying in this villa again and give the villa our highest recommendation.
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Guido
The house was very clean and tastefully decorated. The kitchen was very well equipped with 2 fridge freezer combinations and all the appliances you need, if you like to cook. A wine rack with wines in different price ranges of a local winery was available to the guests. There were three large dining areas that could be used depending on the weather. Particularly noteworthy was the separate barbecue hut with large gas grill and traditional fireplace. The pool was always very clean and had a modern filter technology. In each sleeping room there was an insect killer, which could be switched on if necessary. In the rain the kicker on the upper terrace was a welcome change. We felt completely comfortable and the care by the hosts was perfect.
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Susanne
Just come back from a 10 day stay at the villa. The villa is absolutely lovely and perfect if you’re having a big family trip. We were only in couples but I could see the appeal to families. It was spotlessly clean and had everything you could possibly need. The supermarket is 10 minutes away as is the town. We went in June to the island of Hvar and really wanted to come back an see another part of Croatia. Istria is so different and really worth visiting. With more airlines flying into Croatia the option is quite clear that we will definitely come back soon.