Villa Korita Croatia

Tucked away in the flourishing valley of the most beautiful part of the region, Villa Korita is the ideal home for those looking for an escape into nature, for peace and tranquillity and luxurious facilities.
Built in 1800, the villa retains the vibrant character and authentic charm of its original structure, with a charming stone exterior, natural pathways built into the landscape and beautifully tiled roofs. Thanks to its 2017 refurbishment, the interior is utterly modern and contemporary.
In the large living room, a large sofa sits in front of the satellite TV, with an elegant dining table extending away from the living area. Continuing along this path you reach the magnificent modern kitchen, complete with a large centre island which doubles up as a breakfast table, providing you with all the space you need for rustling up a treat or two.
On this floor, there are two of the four marvellous bedrooms. The other two rooms are on the ground floor and lead directly to the garden. Each is designed for total comfort, with simple and elegant décor. All four are equipped with equally stylish ensuite facilities, and there’s even a guest WC. On the lower floor, you will also find a sauna where you can sweat out your stresses!
From the pool, you can enjoy undisturbed views over the magical landscape of the Učka Nature Park. There are plenty of sun loungers available as well as an alfresco dining area in the outdoor kitchen, complete with a barbeque, sink, gas stove and a huge American style fridge/freezer.
There is a large lawn, ideal for the children to play in and a trampoline for their enjoyment. In fact, with a football set, badminton net, seesaw, slide and swing, you’ll find that all the desires of the kids, and big kids, are met on site!
You’re close enough to walk straight into the sublime Učka Nature Park, a sprawling protected area with hiking routes leading to canyons, waterfalls and historic sites, putting unspoilt nature just a stone’s throw away.
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 Korita is ideally placed for a real rural retreat – just a short walk from the vast Učka Nature Park and in a traditional, quaint Istrian village. Only 20 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!
A charming heart-shaped peninsula in the north-west of Croatia, Istria is warm, welcoming and perfectly-sized – you can drive the entire 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.
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 find 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 a daily ferry between Poreč and Venice. 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 theconcierge 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 services are subject to availability and must be requested in advance and that due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. Prices are on request. We will always do our best to fulfil your requests!