Gorgeous Mali Golji Cottage S128680

About this property

Tucked neatly among the vibrant greenery of the Istrian interior, Villa Radenka is the ideal home for family or friends looking to escape the everyday hustle and bustle and enjoy the peace and tranquillity of rural Croatia.

Built in just 2017, the villa is utterly modern and will cater to your every need! From a Jacuzzi and sauna in the spa room to a pool table in the living room, you will undoubtedly find all your desires fulfilled in this majestic home!

For relaxing head indoors to the plush living area, with a large sofa full of comfy cushions in front of the fireplace and SAT TV.

The kitchen is a delightfully modern affair, with an elegant design and all the modern appliances you could wish for. Alongside it, you will find a large dining area, and alongside this is the pool table!

A wall of patio doors connects you to the fabulous terrace area and the fascinating world beyond, full of sunshine and warmth which lights up the living area. There are three modern bedrooms alongside this fine array of social spaces, all of which have direct access to the magnificent garden!

All three rooms enjoy lovely ensuite facilities, and there’s an extra bathroom in the spa as well as a WC for guests. The bedrooms and their bathrooms are stylish and sophisticated, with minimalist designs and all have a TV and air conditioning.

The garden is the jewel in the crown of this majestic home. Extensive fenced grounds allow the kids to roam free to enjoy the play area and trampoline on the lawn, while you soak up the sun around the pool or fire up the brick barbeque on the veranda.

An outdoor dining area allows you to enjoy alfresco meals and tasteful lighting creates an atmosphere of fun and opportunity by night!

Just 20 minutes away from Učka Nature Park, a sprawling protected area with hiking routes leading to canyons, waterfalls and historic sites, you’ll find an unspoilt nature a stone’s throw away.

In fact, one-third of the Istrian territory is forested, and the rest is carpeted with vineyards, olive trees, pastures and orchards, with ancient walled cities perched atop hills in the mountainous landscape, so you need merely stroll out of your front door to find the richness of Istria.

Villa Radenka is ideally placed to soak up the tranquillity and delightful scents of Istria’s rural interior.

Just 10 minutes away is Labin, once the most significant mining centre of Croatia and now an art haven filled with galleries! The town overlooks the bay of Rabač, an Istrian paradise with a pebble beach and crystal-clear waters, and the perfect place to try a little snorkelling, swimming and diving!

The largest city in the region is Pula, around an hour away and brimming with history and magnificent architecture. In early September the city comes alive with music and cultural events, many hosted in its ancient Roman Amphitheatre!

A very short drive from Pula, on the very southern tip of Istria, is the Kamenjak National Park where you can follow the ‘Dinosaur Path’ to discover dinosaur footprints and admire stunning views over the bay.

A charming heart-shaped peninsula in the north-west of Croatia, Istria is warm, welcoming and perfectly-sized – you can drive the length in around an hour, putting everything within easy reach!

From breath-taking scenery, rich history and a world-famous culinary scene – you will find it all in Istria! As a former part of the Venetian Republic, this region has seen many rulers from the Romans, Byzantines and Austro-Hungarians to the Italians and Yugoslavians. Now, a myriad of enchanting towns and villages, rich in history and culture, are nestled among the undulating countryside.

Active holiday-makers will be delighted with the offerings: from windsurfing in Medulin to scuba diving in the Brijuni National park and rock climbing, hang-gliding and walking in Buzet along the 15km ‘seven waterfalls’ walk, Istria has it all.

Both along the dramatic coastal paths and in the mountains inland, you will find an abundance of natural paths for cycling (including the scenic Parenzana route over an old railway line from Viznada to the Slovenian border) and rugged off-road hiking trails. Pick up a trail-map from any of the Tourist Offices, for loads of well-marked routes around the coast and in the Cape Kamenjak.

Much like its neighbouring Italy, Istria is a gastronome’s paradise, home to world-class cuisine and endless rows of vineyards. Be sure to try the local wines, which are often sweet and fruity, using a wide variety of grapes including white Malvasia, red Terrano and Moscato.

Istria is especially famous for its truffles, which you will find served with any dish and sauce! Truffle flavoured olive oil is a typical product of the region, and indeed, you will hardly see a village which does not have its own Olive oil ‘supermarket’!

Both Rijeka and Pula have international airports within a short drive of the villa, while Pula is the central hub for those getting ferries, although there is daily ferry between Poreč and Venice.

Accommodation

The Villa

Spend your holiday in this beautiful holiday home with pool, which will delight you with its modern and beautifully decorated interiors. The location of the holiday property allows you to recover from everyday stress away from the city noise. It has 3 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms

Ground Floor
- Two twin bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms
- Double bedroom with en-suite bathroom
- Open-plan fully-equipped kitchen
- One sofa bed (2 spaces)
- Open living & dining room
- Access to the pool & garden area

Exterior
- Private swimming pool (32m2)
- Deck chairs
- BBQ area
- Outdoor dining area
- Parking (2 spaces on site)
- Playground