Villa Etesia Croatia

With extraordinary, superb contemporary styling and magical living spaces, inside and out, Villa Etesia is one of two identical next door villas overlooking the sea in Marusici village on the glorious Omis Riviera. Villa Etesia boasts a superior in-villa wellness spa, where guests will feel thoroughly indulged. With 3 stunning bedroom suites, the villa sleeps 6 in luxurious comfort though you are also welcome to use the double sofa bed and increase the number of guests to 8. The next-door villa, Villa Grecale, is also featured on our website, so you could organise a holiday with friends and book both!
Marusici is a delightful, tranquil village 12km south of Omis, 40km south of Split and north of Makarska in the foothills of the majestic Omiska Dinara Mountain. It boasts a beautiful landscape and a lovely sand and pebble beach surrounded by fragrant pine trees. It is close to Omis and the sensational Cetina River and the Biokovo Mountain and Nature Reserve. 
Villa Etesia enjoys striking, contemporary architecture, seriously impressive interior design with great attention to detail, fantastic use of wood and glass and a sensational home automation system. Everything is swanky, trendy and high-end. The villa enjoys underfloor heating throughout, an elevator connecting all three floors and stairs, and each dreamy bedroom suite boasts its own private furnished terrace. Throughout, there is fabulous cabinetry and wardrobes with the warm wood contrasting beautifully with the furniture accessories.
The ground floor is home to the high-end, exquisite wellness suite. It offers a luxurious hydro-massage jacuzzi for 6 guests, a Finnish sauna, a steam bath cabin, a relaxation room with a heated bench, an experience shower and a well-equipped gym. The gym boasts a multifunction workout machine, a treadmill and a stationary bicycle. The suite is a beautiful, contemporary space with extremely high-quality facilities. There is access from the wellness suite to a large loggia with quality loungers where you can enjoy the views and relax.
The second level of this astonishing gem of a villa is home to classy, sumptuous open plan living, bedrooms, and a swimming pool. The heated 18m x 3.8m swimming pool offers a sensational hydromassage bench and is surrounded by a lovely deck with deluxe loungers, an outdoor shower and an alfresco lounge corner. From the sun deck, guests can approach each of the three private terraces and bedrooms. The open plan living, dining and kitchen area boasts incredible floor-to-ceiling windows and doors which offer stunning views and drown the space in glorious sunlight. You will find swanky sofas to one side of the living space, including the sofa bed, beautiful wooden cabinetry, and coffee tables opposite the enormous television. On the other side of this masterpiece of a room, the designer kitchen and dining area are stunning. With top-notch appliances, your chef can cook a feast that you can enjoy at the stylish dining table along with breathtaking views. The central contemporary fireplace is a fabulous feature. PS4 is provided for your enjoyment.
The remarkable bedroom suites boast luxurious beds, televisions, swanky ensuite bathrooms with sublime tiling and access to furnished private terraces. Two bedrooms enjoy kingsize beds, and the third boasts two single beds which can be connected to form one huge bed. Two of the bathrooms offer baths and showers, and the twin ensuite has a shower. The bathrooms are outstanding with high-quality fittings. You will not want to rush!
The third level is the highly impressive rooftop terrace with its outdoor dining area, a barbecue and a lounge area with breathtaking views of the Adriatic Sea and the islands of Brac and Hvar. There is a kitchenette with a fridge. It is a fabulously romantic spot where you can enjoy the stunning vistas and glorious sunsets. Though sunrise is equally beautiful, you may want to enjoy your early morning coffee on your private terrace. 

Marusici is a lovely, tranquil village between Omis and Makarska. With gorgeous, clear, shallow water, the beach is perfect for families and the village a delight for those wanting a quiet holiday amongst beautiful landscapes and seascapes. With a sleepy Dalmation atmosphere, beautiful pine woods and the sounds of cicadas and the sea waves, visitors will relax and unwind. The village boasts a grocery shop, several cafe bars and restaurants serving delicious Dalmatian dishes. With the Cetina River close by, visitors enjoy thrilling river activities as well as gourmet dining and a fabulous nightlife in Omis and Makarska. You can also explore the mountain areas and the Biokovo Natural Park. 
Just down the coast towards Makarska is the delightful, historical village of Baska Voda. It is small and peaceful with a port and a popular beach. Once a humble fishing village, its beach, pine woods and lovely setting have made it a favourite with families. Numerous souvenir shops, friendly cafes and cosy restaurants line the pretty promenade, filled with the sound of music and laughter. The quaint villages of Bast and Topici are known for their artisanal cheese, prosciutto and bread. You will also enjoy Promajna and the little fisherman’s village of Bratus.
Omis is known as the City of Pirates, situated at the mouth of the Cetina River. The town is home to many churches, the 13th century Fortress Mirabella and the 15th century Fortress Starigrad, excellent shops and a renowned selection of gourmet restaurants serving fresh, locally caught fish and speciality smoked ham. The Klapa Festival in summer is a wonderful event with capella singing in churches and squares in the old town.
For an action-packed adventure you can head to the Cetina River. The amazing calcareous canyon is the ideal place for canyoning with its cliff face reaching up to 180 metres and a warren of tunnels, waterfalls and lakes. Extreme canyoning with experienced instructors and professional alpine gear involves descending down the Gubavica Waterfall. You can also challenge yourselves on the incredible zipline that crosses the canyon 150 metres off the ground. For something more sedate, you can paddle down the pretty river in canoes or kayaks enjoying the breathtaking natural scenery and perhaps a picnic by the side of the river. Just north of the village of Kucice, you can ride in giant inflatable donuts and descend down the small river rapids. Starting at Pensici and finishing at Radmanove Mlinice, you can have a day to remember family white water rafting. You can also soar high above the river and town from Imber on a paragliding trip.
It is easy to visit the islands of Hvar and Brac. On Brac, Zlatni Rat Beach is one of Croatia’s best beaches and adorns many Croatia posters. Brac Island is blessed with stunning scenery. The island is famous for its very attractive, white stone which was used to build the White House in Washington. Brac is also famous for its  ‘buhavica’ olive oil, cheese, wine, honey and wine. The Stina Winery on the waterfront at Bol is lovely and the Prosec, a little like Australian muscat, is delicious! Brac definitely worth a visit, as is the glittering and vibrant Hvar.

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
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!