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STUNNING SEAFRONT VILLA WITH POOL. 5 BEDROOM LUXURY HOME. NORTH OF DUBROVNIK

STUNNING SEAFRONT VILLA WITH POOL. 5 BEDROOM LUXURY HOME. NORTH OF DUBROVNIK

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Overview of STUNNING SEAFRONT VILLA WITH POOL. 5 BEDROOM LUXURY HOME. NORTH OF DUBROVNIK

4.9 out of 5 Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10372 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Viganj, Dubrovnik-Neretva County
  • Popular LocationStari Grad Plain1 min walk
  • Popular LocationKorta Katarina Winery9 min drive
  • Popular LocationOrebic Harbor9 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

Bedroom 5

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bath room 2

Toilet · Shower only

Shower room 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

STUNNING SEAFRONT VILLA WITH POOL. 5 BEDROOM LUXURY HOME. NORTH OF DUBROVNIK

THIS PROPERTY IS NOW THE MOST 5/5 REVIEWED LISTING OF IT'S SIZE IN THE WHOLE OF CROATIA ON THIS SITE - VRBO (formally Homeaway).

Footprints Villa is a large detached 5 bedroom villa with private pool right on the seafront in the lovely village of Viganj, Croatia.

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I’m Richard Affleck, the English owner. I do hope you choose to stay at my treasured seafront villa home. I manage all my clients needs directly, so do drop me a line with any questions you have.

Fully restored, Footprints Villa is a 19th century former sea captains residence and enjoys stunning south-westerly facing sea views and beyond to the island of Korcula.

The villa is located in the historic seaside village of Viganj (pronounced vee-gan), north of Dubrovnik on the Dalmatian mainland. Being on the mainland, there is no need to catch a ferry to island destinations, saving hours of travel time, especially in peak season. Viganj is opposite the famed island of Korcula, where you can enjoy experiencing the old 12th century walled city - accessible via the little foot ferry that leaves just 100m from the villa.

Viganj has many excellent family run restaurants, serving seafood caught in the bay. The village is also Croatia's premium windsurfing and kiteboarding capital, with great facilities, tuition for beginners and quite a spectical for those on shore to enjoy (the villa's seafront terraces overlook the main areas).

For those wishing to stay closer to shore, the village has delightful little beaches, with boutique bars dotted along the sea edge through the village and beyond.

It's a perfect sea side escape for groups & families.

Just a little about myself and my villa home...After buying the property, I spent 3 years of painstaking and dedicated restoration using local craftsmen.

If you choose to come and stay, I can arrange low cost airport (Dubrovnik) transfers to and from the the villa, far cheaper than those offered on line through a general search. Cars can be hired locally for days out. I also offer a free pre-arrival shopping service - just send me a list for provisions you will require for your first evening/breakfast and all will be awaiting you upon your arrival. Groceries simply charged as detailed on the receipt.

My sea edge villa home has exposed original stone blending with stylish, contemporary finishings, hi-end sanitary ware & furnishings. Footprints is fully air-conditioned, and heated if you come in the cooler months. The villa actually dates back 2 centuries and its original features have been carefully retained, yet it offers modern elegance in one the most amazing location one would wish to find in Croatia.

You'd fly to Dubrovnik (I can advise about flights).

My home is right on the sea front, near the 18th century church in the middle of the village so no car is needed, as every facility one requires (beaches, bars, restaurant, shop, water taxi) is no more than 100 metres in either direction.

As well as an IPod Dock, my TV system runs UKTV EVERYWHERE - a new Internet system provide top UK and International channels.

Of course, there is free wireless Internet all through the villa.

You may be interested to read in the publication - 'The Croatian Adriatic', published by N&N, available on line and a definitive guide to Croatia, that it states in this region's section - 'the houses & bay of Viganj form what is the most beautiful location on the Adriatic'.

The lovely pool is private and is in the rear courtyard, and a good size of 8.3mx 6m. It's surrounded by sun beds & has a locally made stone dining table for all. The villa is fully gated to secure little wandering guests from escaping.

The front of the villa, overlooking the clear and inviting Adriatic is the real unique feature of my villa. A huge terrace, west facing with comfy settee for lounging, and a further stone table and chairs for sunset dining is such a special place to just take in the beauty with your family and friends.

It's worth noting that Viganj hosts the national, and every few words the World windsurfing championships, so from the terrace you can watch the pro's doing there stuff as well as have a go yourself. Tuition is offered on our beach to beginners. If teenagers are in your party, they will love to 'hang out' with the surfers (one of my first photos shows the beach, (with bars for a beer) from where this exhilarating sport can be enjoyed...or just watched!).

I own and operate the villa directly with all clients who enquire and choose to book. I have my own site. I can assure you of a personal service and can answer any questions you have.

I have a wonderful local manager who speaks several languages, and she will assist with any thing you may need during your holiday. She is also responsible for oversees the cleaning, servicing, pool care etc.

Now please read on, take a look at the photos and facility lists further down this listing and if you have any questions, just complete the enquiry section. I provide my UK landline and mobile with my reply and invite you to call with any questions you may have.

Property manager

Richard Affleck

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Viganj

Located in Viganj, this villa is on the beach. Marco Polo Birth House and Large Governor's Tower are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Stari Grad Plain and Tatinja Beach. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Stari Grad Plain - 1 min walk
  • Korta Katarina Winery - 9 min drive
  • Orebic Harbor - 9 min drive
  • Franciscan Monastery - 10 min drive
  • Orebic Maritime Museum - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • La Banya Beach Bar & Restaurant - 37 min drive
  • Aterina - 35 min drive
  • Bistro Ponta - Viganj - 5 min walk
  • Čringito - 8 min walk
  • Massimo - 36 min drive

Reviews

4.9

Exceptional

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5/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

4.0/5

Communication

5/5

Location

5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Ciara H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location, Location, Location
Great house in a wonderful location. We thoroughly enjoyed the laid back Viganj lifestyle during a week of perfect weather. The locals are friendly, water sports are reasonably priced, the house was comfortable and well equipped and the owner was a pleasure to deal with. However the highlight for us was the location of the house just yards from the clear, warm sea and with gorgeous views. Swimming multiple times a day without having to take more than a few strides was a real winner. Highly recommended! CH
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

5/5 Excellent

Christine G.

Fantastic Villa in a wonderful location
We have had the pleasure of staying in one of Richards Majorcan Villas before so we knew that it would be wonderful and we were certainly not disappointed! There is so much attention to detail, so much comfort and so many extras that can take your breath away. The welcome pack was outstanding, the toiletries lovely and the use of bathrobes are not commonly seen. The kitchen is superbly equipped and allows for enough settings that there is no waiting for the dishwasher to finish. It would be difficult if not impossible to find a way to improve on the villa. The location just across a narrow lane and you are can be in the clear blue sea, the views from the front terrace are so lovely. The rear area has the pool and plenty of sun loungers with the upper rear balcony overlooking the pool area. There is a good supermarket very close and several eating establishments within walking distance and lots of places to visit nearby. I hope that we can return one day

5/5 Excellent

Jacqui H.

Excellent property and location
Listing was described perfectly. The villa was spotless and in such a great location. Two families stayed in the villa and was just right for our requirements. Within walking distance was a supermarket for basic needs and plenty of local restaurants. Although easy to book a taxi into the local town, no-one paticularly wanted to leave such a relaxed, unspoilt location. Water sport facilities close by and perfect for wind and kite surfing. Booking a boat is highly recommended for a half day trip including lunch. Was so good, we went twice!

5/5 Excellent

Lynne Murphy

Absolutely fabulous in every way!
The villa is fantastic and we were all bowled over by it. We loved just walking across the road and getting in the sea and then sitting on the Jetty. Before I went I was not sure how I felt about not being able to lie on a sandy beach but it made not one jot of difference. We loved that the village was not too big or busy. We ate in 3 different restaurants and went over to Korcula one evening and had dinner with friends who were sailing. We also hired a small boat one day and went to a cove down the coast with only a restaurant and had lunch. On our way back to the airport we went into Dubrovnik for a couple of hours. Wow how stunning!!! I really hope to return to your villa soon Richard.

5/5 Excellent

Tama L.

Perfect spot for an extended family adventure
Footprints Villa was the perfect home for our extended family's vacation. The house was clean and well appointed. The terrace fronting the house was a lovely spot to eat meals, drink the wonderful local wines and gaze at the gorgeous blue Adriatic. Viganj is a sweet little town with everything we needed just a short walk away. Turn right and walk to the cash machine and local grocery. Turn left and find several great restaurants and Water Donkey windsurfing/kayak/SUP rentals. We couldn't have been happier with our choice.

About the host

Hosted by Richard Affleck

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Hi! I'm Richard, the owner of Footprints Villa. Thank you for taking the time to check out my holiday home and if you wish to come and stay, please just complete the enquiry form and I'll get back to you immediately. I do have my own web site with a secure card booking system.
I directly manage all my clients' enquiries (no call centre agents for me!) and endeavour to provide a tip top service, from first enquiry, through pre-arrival planning and information, and am always available during your stay. Visit my own web site for further detailed information.

Why they chose this property

I started looking for a property in Croatia in 2005. With such a marvellous coastline, dotted with historic towns and cities, I soon decided to buy on the mainline, as opposed to one of the islands, so we could get to our home in the sun quickly, not needing to catch a ferry after a flight.
I always remember driving into the village of Viganj and instantly knowing this was the place. Pretty, peaceful, crystal sea lapping along its waterfront, little bars and family run restaurants. It ticked all the boxes.
I found the house in 2008, however it was a total ruin! No roof, almost invisible as covered in ivy. A tree growing in the middle!
But, it's position was utterly unbeatable. 3 years later after a total renovation, Footprints Villa was complete.

What makes this property unique

Save for its sea/beach front location, Footprints Villa is a lovely big home, with a large inviting pool for all to enjoy, but I feel the best bit is the terrace, facing west, which in the day, but especially at sunset, is just idyllic...lapping sea, red sky, red wine!!...and of course, family, and friends to share it with.

The village oozes with character as many homes date from 100's of years back, but delivers for a wonderful holiday...beaches, bars & restaurants, small shops, & a warm, local welcome.

Languages:

English
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