Villa Giova Croatia

Nestled in the picturesque fishing village of Zaton, an area famous for its olive groves, you’ll find Villa Giova, a luxury three-bedroom villa accommodating up to 6 guests. Offering stunning, panoramic sea views, a private heated pool, a spacious interior with luxury furnishings, and air conditioning throughout, Villa Giova is designed to perfection and promises a relaxing and enjoyable stay for families, friends or groups of colleagues. 
The ground floor features a spacious, open-plan layout that consists of a living and dining area and a modern kitchen. White decor with accents in shades of grey that range from smokey to silver gives the whole villa a fresh, on-trend and contemporary feel, in beautiful contrast to the traditional stone-walled exterior. The living area features a flat-screen TV, cosy sofas and armchairs, and a handy coffee table, and the wooden dining table is chunky and well crafted. The kitchen area offers plenty of food preparation space. It is well equipped with all the amenities you would expect, including oven and hob, fridge, microwave, coffee machine, cookware and wine glasses, and a dishwasher.
All three double bedrooms at Villa Giova are spacious and bright, offering spectacular sea views, and are all decorated in fresh white, complemented by natural tones in the soft furnishings and furniture. There are flat-screen TVs in each room and modern and stylish ensuite shower rooms equipped with soft, fluffy towels, toiletries, and a hairdryer. From the first floor, you can step onto a terrace overlooking the pool area, the ideal place to enjoy a morning coffee and take in the views, before heading outside to sunbathe and relax. There are loungers and parasols around the private heated pool, as well as a covered outdoor dining area, fireplace and bbq facilities – perfect for alfresco meals or cocktails under the stars.
Heading down the stone steps to the lower level of the villa’s grounds, you’ll find a small children’s play area – situated safely away from the pool and featuring a swing set, slide, and rope ladder; this grassy area is the ideal place for the children to play why the adults read, prepare dinner, or relax in the sun.

The small coastal village of Zaton is located next to the village of Orasac in the popular city destination of Dubrovnik. An area famous for olive growing and fishing, Zaton has become well-known also for its fine dining, with over 12 eateries in the village, including Tavern Arka – famous for its oysters, ribeye steaks and broth, as well as for excellent wine, coffee, chocolate cakes and butter tarts. Seafood lovers will undoubtedly want to sample the cuisine at Konoba Ankora, where tuna steaks and grilled squid are on the menu, along with many vegetarian options. The village is an oasis of calm and tradition, and its location in a picturesque bay means there are plenty of places to stop and take a dip as you meander through the streets, stopping at taverns and ice cream parlours along the way. 
Staying in Zaton means you are ideally located for exploring the nearby islands and is a good base for taking day trips into Dubrovnik or Split, but if you decide to stay put – you’ll find plenty to do. You have a choice of gorgeous beaches along this stretch of coastline, including the small and rocky Soline beach, Zakon beach, which is near to the city centre, and Gof beach – worth a trip for its clear waters and isolation, but not the best choice for those travelling with young children. If you find yourself doing a bit of a tour of all the beaches in the area, be sure to spend a day at the Copacabana beach in Dubrovnik. There’s a very popular beachside bar and restaurant here, with a lively atmosphere and great amenities. 
While Zaton doesn’t have a modern shoreside walkway, like those boasted by the towns of Split and Zadar, it does have one that features stunning views. Running almost 3km in length, the pathway snakes from one side of the bay to the other, giving you an uninterrupted view of the glittering Adriatic. We highly recommend a saunter along this path in the evening, soaking up the ambience and enjoying the peace and quiet. 

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!