Villa Maeva Croatia

Being newly renovated, villa Maeva has a rustic charm with all the modern comforts. Guests are immediately welcomed into the villa with an open-plan living, dining and a fully equipped kitchen. Historic details are everywhere you turn in this main living room as although it is recently refurbished, they took great care in resorting the heritage and character of the region in the details. The lounge is centred by an impressive marble fireplace with a large flat-screen TV above.
A rustic wooden dining table centres the family space. Surrounded by ten chairs with comfortable cushions warming the metal frames the dining table has wicker baskets acting as lamps hanging above the table. The kitchen has all modern luxuries including a blender, coffee maker dishwasher and microwave plus an island and breakfast bar in the centre.
Centred in the middle of the space is a traditional stone wishing well with ornate iron sculpting above. Cosy corners fill the room and underneath the staircases, creating secluded areas to enjoy a quiet moment while honouring the historic value of the villa in the décor. Two comfortable bedrooms are on the ground floor, both with access to the main living area. Both have ensuite bathrooms and plenty of storage to make yourself at home in. The rustic charm of the villa flows throughout; a passageway blocked on two ends with intricate iron gates shows off the stone walls and an old unit with many small draws. A rustic red rug lies on the stone floor leading to a wine cellar.
Back in the main family space, two sets of steel, modern staircases lead up to the first floor symmetrically. Walking up these stairs you find four bedrooms with adjoining ensuites. Towels and linens are provided in all bedrooms and Wi-Fi circulate the entire villa. All bedrooms have a sofa that can convert into a single bed, allowing six more guests to stay in the villa, making the total up to twenty.
Venturing outside the property to the garden, you find greenery which blends into the rural setting of the villa as well as numerous outbuildings and outdoor social areas. Towards the back of the property lies a spacious patio and large outdoor pool. Comfortable outdoor furniture including sun loungers, sofas and hanging egg chairs scattered under a pergola provides plenty of options to enjoy the Croatian sunshine. Wide folding doors lead from the patio to a separate summer kitchen and alfresco dining area complete with a pizza oven and grill. Baskets hang above the table in the main villa, making the space feel authentic and homey. You will love gathering together in the evenings, feasting on homemade pizza while watching the sunset or taking a dip beneath the stars in the pool.
Another small outbuilding provides a private escape for two guests. Here is a bedroom, kitchenette, lounge and dining area plus an ensuite. Only a few steps from the main villa, it is still a part of the community but provides a more intimate setting for those who need it.
But that is not all. A third outbuilding referred to as the ‘leisure house’ is a great addition to what this villa has to offer. For you to enjoy at your leisure it has a pool table, table tennis, table football, darts, PlayStation 5 and board games. There is also a fully-equipped fitness studio and spa area including a sauna and massage room; you can leave the kids with the table tennis as you relax upstairs. Or if you wanted to explore the beautiful Istrian countryside surrounding you, the villa has four mountain bikes for you to explore the many trails and routes from the villa.
Villa Maeva is based in the centre of the rural region of Istria. Locally, the villa is in a rural setting surrounded by villages and greenery. The nearest grocery store, cafe bar and restaurant are seven km away. This area has many hidden historic architectures waiting to be discovered. Near the villa is Dvigrad ruins, now succumbed to the forests, it was a town founded in the first century and later abandoned in the eighteenth century. Today you can see the tower and church that once was plus walls and arches to walk between, surrounded by trees and beautiful views.
Along the west coast, Poreč is a town not to miss. With stunning views of the Adriatic sea and a maze of cafes, restaurants and shops beneath the terracotta rooftops, you will love seeing this town for yourself. In its old town, the 6th-century Euphrasian Basilica architecture is renowned for its gem-studded Byzantine mosaics. UNESCO has made this collection of early Christian and Byzantine architecture on its World Heritage List- making it a must-see.
Along the coast of Istria, there are plenty of things to do. The whole family will love submerging into the underwater worlds, and discovering fish and other underwater creatures. Scuba diving is also available along the coastline for those who want to take their adventure to the next level. Kayaking tours are a great way to see the landscape- and an experience you can do all together. Or take a day trip and hop on a ferry to Cres, an island to the South East of the villa, filled with secluded bays and coves. The rocky coast encircles the island while ancient forests help to fill the land. Heavily influenced by the Venetians, Cres town is the main point for civilisation. Many say it mimics an Italian town which you can see for yourself as you wander through the quaint streets, absorbing the years of history. Delve deeper and explore the clear waters surrounding the island with snorkelling.
At
Excellence Luxury Villas we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. If there is anything you would like to arrange for your stay, please contact the
Excellence Luxury Villas VIP Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can usually put you in touch with the right people arrange any of the following: 
– Cook/
catering –
Maid service/extra cleaning – Local day-trips or tours – Airport pick-up/drop-off –
Babysitting service – Welcome hamper/
pre-stocked fridge
This is by no means an exhaustive list, so please just contact Excellence Luxury Villas VIP Concierge Team to help you arrange any of those little extras that can really make the difference.