Outside features:
The walled garden is 650 sq.m. in size surrounding the villa with lawn throughout, olive trees, private pool (8x4m), BBQ area, outdoor table, chairs, loungers and deck chairs. The villa is south west facing and therefore receives the sun all day. The terrace is large and spacious and can be used to eat outside as can the first floor pergola style balcony which has views towards the Adriatic and Brijuni. There is space for two cars and the villa is gated with cast iron gates and uses a secure system. Shrubs and trees are a feature of the garden as it matures. The private pool is maintained on a regular basis during your stay making your stay stress free. The private pool can be heated at an optional cost dependent upon the time of year. Istrian pools are normally not heated from April until October due to the warm temperatures at this time of the year. Average temperatures range from the low to high twenties. Typical temperatures in May or September are 24oC - popular months to visit.
Amenities:
Pula is 15 minutes drive and is the largest city in Istria. It offers a town of antiquity, parks, summer festivals and the sixth largest amphitheatre in the world. It is an attractive place to spend a holiday and provides 2,350 hours of sunshine per year, high quality restaurants and cultural events. The villa is within easy distance of the popular coastal towns of Rovinj (15 km) and Fazana (8 km) which gives access to the famous Brijuni Islands. Trips to Venice (2 hours) are a common feature of many peoples holiday. Istria is popular inland for its unspoilt nature, fertile landscape, pine forests, rolling hills and hilltops towns such as Motovun, Groznjan and Oprtalji. It is referred to as the 'New Tuscany'. All are within 30 minutes. Popular activities include riding, fishing, swimming, diving, water sports, tennis, cycling, walking, sailing, vineyard and olive oil trails. The villa has comprehensive details about a whole range of activities and trips.
Coast and beaches:
The nearest coast and beach is just 8km from the villa. All coasts are easily accessible to the East, West or South by car. Beaches have crystal clear water and can be reached in 10 - 20 minutes depending upon the exact location. All beaches are family friendly and are often backed by sweet smelling pine trees. Popular beaches are near Rovinj which is one of the most beautiful places in Istria, Fazana with its access to the Brijuni National Park and Medulin with long stretches of sandy beach.
Vodnjan is the nearest town (5 mins) and is famous for its exquisite wines and renowned olive oil which have been produced for centuries. The town has many ancient traditions characteristic of a Medieval and rural centre. It is a bilingual centre and has both Istrian and Venetian influences. All amenities are easily available including a wide range of restaurants, shops, bars, banks and ATMs. Konzum is a good local supermarket whilst Girotondo is a popular restaurant, bar, cafe and pizza place.
