Refurbished Stone House With a Pool in Central Istria

2 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 5157 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Pool

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Check out the area

Gracišce, Istarska županija

Rabac Beach44 min drive
Ucka Nature Park52 min drive
Lanterna Beach61 min drive
Rijeka (RJK)71 min drive

About this property

Villa Gracisce is a large old stone house with two large bedrooms with en-suit bathrooms, large lounge room with two beautiful terraces and fully equipped rural-style kitchen with an outside space and ten-meter salt-water pool.
Villa Gracisce is a perfect spot for the family and friends to spend some quality time together by the pool or on the netball pitch, but also ‘escape’ individually with a book or a yoga mat in one of the many quite corners.

The ground floor of the house consists of a large stone-floored living room and separate high-ceiling kitchen with traditional Istrian fire place. Two west-facing balconies offer outdoor dining and an area to relax, with the addition of a table-tennis table and an adjacent badminton/handball court. Upstairs bedrooms with wooden floors have en-suite bathrooms. Air conditioning is based in the top bedroom covering upper floors.

With the addition of a salt-water pool (9.5m x 4.5), surrounded by smooth stone flagstones, wooden decking and grass, the house offer an opportunity for a perfect, secluded home from home. The property blends superbly with the surrounding hues of green and beige, creating a harmonic atmosphere.

Unlimited wireless internet contributes making our house into "Il Posto" - switch it off if you need a real holiday or come and work all year round from a tranquil and secluded Istrian spot!

Extras: yoga mats, organic bio-dynamic, locally grown, seasonal vegetable delivered to your doors!

Property manager

Villa Gracisce

Languages

English, German, Italian

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: less than 55 lb per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Property Registration Number 70688645003

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Gracisce

Located in Gracisce, this holiday home is in a rural area. Grimani Castle and Loggia are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Festinsko kraljevstvo Cave and Fakin. Travelling with kids? Consider Višnjan Observatory and Ancient City Walls. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails.

Gracišce, Istarska županija

What's nearby

Pula Arena - 43 min drive
Rabac Beach - 44 min drive
Girandella Beach - 51 min drive
Ucka Nature Park - 52 min drive
Lanterna Beach - 61 min drive

Getting around

Buzet Station - 41 min drive
Pula (PUY) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

Konoba-Pizzeria 2. Peron - 15 min drive
Caffe bar Enigma - 14 min drive
Rotonda - 4 min drive
CaffeBar YES - 8 min drive
Konoba Vela Vrata - 13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Refurbished Stone House With a Pool in Central Istria pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Refurbished Stone House With a Pool in Central Istria?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Refurbished Stone House With a Pool in Central Istria?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Refurbished Stone House With a Pool in Central Istria located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Castle, Town Museum, and Ethnographic Museum. Višnjan Observatory and Baredine Cave are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Konrad I.

17 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location

A place to rest and to get new power

Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erika E.

4 Sept 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Familienurlaub Istrien - Großartig

Wir (2Erwachsene und 2 Jugendliche) verbrachten eine sehr schöne und abwechslungsreiche Woche in Vlahos Ferienhaus. Lage, Ausstattung, Umgebung und Komfort sowie die ausführlichen Tipps von Vlaho über mögliche Ausflüge und Essensmöglichkeiten ließen keine Wünsche offen. Viele Grüße an Tina und Alexa, die uns sehr herzlich aufgenommen haben. Es war ein großartiger Urlaub und wir hoffen auf ein Wiedersehen.

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

marie anne a.

22 Aug 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

villa tout confort dans l'Istrie intérieure

Villa très spacieuse, propre avec un jardin magnifique et une superbe piscine. Tout est prévu pour les loisirs: table de ping pong, terrain de volley,badmington, vélo, hammac pour les siestes…. les voisins qui nous accueillent sont charmants et offrent à l'arrivée fruits et légumes, vin , huile d'olive, pain… c'est très appréciable.. Nous étions en pleine campagne istrienne mais on rejoint vite les plages autours je recommande vivement cette adresse.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

8 Aug 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Chilling in Gračišće!

Wonderful pool and property and an ideal location to explore Istria

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Hubert F.

15 Aug 2017

Très belles vacances reposantes en Istrie

Nous avons passé 15 jours très agréables à Gracisce dans cette grande villa, tout confort. La maison est très propre, au calme et dispose de tout le nécessaire. Nos 3 enfants s’y sont beaucoup plus (Skateboard, badminton, vélos, basket ...). Les voisins sont également vraiment très accueillants et leur chien « Puppy » adorable. Nous avons pu nous baigner tous les jours dans la magnifique piscine d’eau salée qui est très bien entretenue par Pino ! Beaucoup de charmants petits villages aux alentours à visiter ainsi qu’une petite plage de galets à 20 minutes de la maison dans le village de Plomin Luka où se trouve également un très bon restaurant. Nous recommandons vivement cette location et remercions chaleureusement Vlaho, sa famille et ses amis. Hubert & Véronique

About the host

Hosted by Villa Gracisce

Why they chose this property

We discovered the village some fifteen years ago and committed ourselves to slow and sustainable refurbishment, using a passive approach to construction which includes recycling and preserving the stone walls, roof tiles and lime facade. This 'Zen' approach to space, combined with traditional architecture, resulted in an open and inviting Istrian environment that allows its visitors to feel at ease as soon as they arrive to the place.

What makes this property unique

The house was originally built close to 200 years ago and was a central property in a cluster of six houses that made an old village of Marcani.

It took us some years and a lot of patience to bring two of the houses back its original beauty (our home, the other house, is across the courtyard). We tried to use original materials and make houses as passive as possible. We also merged the stable that was originally standing next to the house and turned it into a kitchen.

Parts of the ruined walls were preserved and turned into two terraces which now provide atmospheric intimacy.

Istria is famous for its openness and harmony among people that live there. This is reflected in the Istrian's landscapes that are wide open and not blocked with high walls. We tried to achieve the same around the house with the soft boundaries of trees, bushes and rockery.

Many places to hang around find your personal spot!

If you are looking for the Tuscany and Provance of the 1960’s, with amazing gastronomy, stunning nature and private beaches, Central Istria is the place for you. From film festivals to jazz festivals; simple eateries to Micheline star restaurants; sandy beaches to secluded bays: Istria offers variety for individual and family visitors which is unique in the Mediterranean. Located in the heart of Istria, the medieval village of Gracisce spreads itself over a hilltop with beautiful views and stunning nature, allowing its visitors to enjoy complete tranquility. Once stationed there, visitors have the advantage of being within 30 minutes drive from most of the major sites. Gracisce prides itself with one of the oldest walking routes in the former Austro-Hungarian monarchy, spreading over rolling countryside with beautiful natural sights such as the 'Slap' waterfall and several abandoned hilltop churches.