Jonquil Villa Croatia

Jonquil Villa is a luminescent, bright and airy home offering sublime accessibility and an air of holiday ease, set on the dazzling Istria coast.
With its alluring cream and marina blue exterior, pretty shutters and use of local stone, this home is the ultimate blend of contemporary comfort and local Croatian sea-side charm.
Large French windows offer a natural flow between indoor and outdoor living, whilst the outdoor spaces are breathtaking. A glistening pool sets the tone as the majestic centre piece, alongside a sedate swinging bench, immaculate lawns, dining veranda and cool shaded corners in contrast to the sun-filled lounging deck.
Guests will simply drop the tempo and recharge, in such a resplendent garden designed for seamless outdoor living; whether it be sumptuous barbecues on the brick built outdoor oven as the sun softens in the evening, or a breakfast of local bread and pastries after a refreshing morning swim, this home is fully executed with the needs of the whole family in mind.
The interiors are Jonquil Villa are softly welcoming, imbibing a tone of discreet luxury and understated elegance – quality raw materials blend with family comforts, and neutral tones offer a restorative atmosphere. Yet this home doesn’t miss a trick when it comes to being immaculately executed for a holiday minus the hassle.
The light-filled open plan living space offers airy and lateral living, with a sleek and modern kitchen, fitted with top range appliances and all the necessary contemporary comforts, whilst the state of the art bathrooms are decked out in seductive monochrome tones. The eat-in kitchen is ideal for informal dining, finished with soft and earthy tones, whilst there is ample lounge space for post dinner relaxation.
Each of the five bedrooms are finessed to boutique hotel grade luxury: crisp quality cotton bedlinen, thick and fluffy towels and a restorative, calm and neutral palette interspersed with splashes of zesty colour.
Jonquil Villa is the archetypal coastal holiday villa, designed for optimal ease, with a spacious and luminous lay out along with additional notes of unadulterated luxury such as sauna and jacuzzi for a memory-making holiday in one of Croatia’s most beautiful spots!Nestled in the Istria peninsula of Croatia, Jonquil Villa is only fifteen miles from the lovely cobbled streets and coast side market town of Rovinj.
The nearest airport is Pula Airport, at some twenty one miles from the villa.
Žminj, is a small and traditional town, offering abundant local flavour, in the heart of Istria. Istria, formerly part of Italy, retains many Italian influences today, and is known for its simple way of life, preserved nature and pretty, coastal towns and islands.
In the old stone town centre of Žminj, which is set on a hill, there is a beautiful church, while the newer part of the town extends into the valley. This part of Croatia offers a traditional and rustic way of life; three generations of the same family will be seen sitting outside their homes in the evening watching the world go by, the local restaurants are family run and many families produce their own vegetables, fruit and wine – ingredients that make up the wonderful Istrian cuisine.
Along the roads, beside the paths, in fields or meadows, visitors will come across “kažun” – small stone houses that the inhabitants used to use as storage houses for food, tools, or as a shelter from the rain – adding to the sense of local charm within the area.
Žminj is the traditional host of one of the most popular folk festivities in Istria: the Bartulja (at the end of August), dedicated to St. Bartholomew, patron of Žminj- these colourful events give a vibrant insight to the local way of life. Other traditional events are the Chakavian Assembly, a contest of young poets and reciters of poetry in the Chakavian dialect and the Harmonica Wedding, a competition in accordion-playing.

At Excellence Luxury Villas we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact Excellence Luxury Villas Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
– Maid service/extra cleaning- Private chef/cook/catering- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge- Local day-trips or tours- Airport pick-up/drop-off- Babysitting/childcare services
Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact Excellence Luxury Villas Concierge Team.
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!