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Privacy and Nature guranteed
New built in an unique peacefull area, close to popular beaches and places
Merry Christmass & Happy New -2019-Year!!! OUR FIREPLACE
Relax in the ''wild corner''
a glass of good local wine and some healthy snakes-walnuts,hazelnuts...

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8240 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 2 Child Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Spacious Family Villa in Istra with Pool, Mountain Views, Pet-Friendly

Villa Mare&Monti Istra – 4-Star Private Villa with Pool, Mountain Views, Family & Pet-Friendly

Villa Mare&Monti Istra is a spacious 4-star private villa ideal for families, couples, friends, and solo adventurers. Perfect for all four seasons, it offers 240 m² of indoor comfort and 5,000 m² of private outdoor space.

Located below Mount Učka near Učka Nature Park, the villa offers peace, privacy, and stunning mountain views, while being just a short drive from Opatija, beaches, historic towns, and cultural attractions. Two traditional Istrian restaurants and a village shop are within walking distance.


The villa includes:

3 bedrooms + 2 extra beds

2 bathrooms + 1 WC

Open-plan living area with wood-burning fireplace & air conditioning

Fully equipped kitchen

Two covered terraces (south & northwest)

Guests enjoy exclusive use of the entire property — villa, private pool, terraces, and garden. Outdoor amenities include:

Wood/charcoal barbecue & sun loungers

Children’s wooden playhouse, trampoline, swing-slide

Table tennis & badminton

Bicycles

“Wild corner” with hammock

Built in 2016 with love and attention to detail, the villa is perfect for hiking, cycling, and nature lovers. Nearby local farms offer wine, cheese, honey, truffles, and more. Pets are welcome for an extra fee. Pool is open from 15 April to 15 October.

Our family lives just 15 minutes away and is always available while fully respecting your privacy. Guests are personally welcomed with a homemade plate of local products and a bottle of wine. Sustainability and respect for nature are important to us.

TIPS ..Not only for summer period ...
Discover Istra in Comfort – Spring, Autumn & Winter Stays

Spring, autumn, and winter are the perfect seasons to enjoy Istra without the crowds. Villa Mare&Monti Istra is ideal for shorter stays, offering comfort, privacy, and a peaceful base to explore the region.

During these months, you can:

enjoy tranquil surroundings and complete privacy

visit traditional Istrian restaurants and local markets

hike or cycle in the scenic Učka Nature Park

discover historic towns and cultural attractions

relax by the fireplace or on the terraces

Accommodation rates are lower in the off-season, making it ideal for short getaways or extended weekends. For nature lovers, peace seekers, and explorers, Villa Mare&Monti Istra offers the perfect combination of comfort, privacy, and authentic Istrian experiences.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 June to 30 September, GBP 0.67 per person, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 October to 30 November, GBP 0.54 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number HR81276745517

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lupoglav

Located in Lupoglav, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Maiden with the Seagull Statue and Croatian Walk of Fame are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kvarner Gulf and Park Angiolina. Travelling with kids? Consider Maritime and History Museum of the Croatian Coast, or check out an event or a game at Kantrida Stadium. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hunting nearby.
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Boljun, Istria County

What's nearby

  • Thalassotherapy Opatija - 20 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Slatina Beach - 21 min drive - 20.0 km
  • Croatian Walk of Fame - 21 min drive - 20.0 km
  • Port of Opatija - 22 min drive - 20.7 km
  • Park Angiolina - 22 min drive - 20.7 km

Getting around

  • Rijeka Station - 27 min drive
  • Rijeka (RJK) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dopolavoro - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Planinski Bar - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Lucky Goat - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Buffet Alba - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant Draga Di Lovrana - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Spacious Family Villa in Istra with Pool, Mountain Views, Pet-Friendly have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Spacious Family Villa in Istra with Pool, Mountain Views, Pet-Friendly?

As of 29 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spacious Family Villa in Istra with Pool, Mountain Views, Pet-Friendly on 12 April 2026 start from NZ$300, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Spacious Family Villa in Istra with Pool, Mountain Views, Pet-Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Spacious Family Villa in Istra with Pool, Mountain Views, Pet-Friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Spacious Family Villa in Istra with Pool, Mountain Views, Pet-Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Family Villa in Istra with Pool, Mountain Views, Pet-Friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Family Villa in Istra with Pool, Mountain Views, Pet-Friendly located?

Located by the sea, this family-friendly holiday home is within 16 mi (25 km) of Kvarner Gulf, Park Angiolina and Maiden with the Seagull Statue. Maritime and History Museum of the Croatian Coast and Lido Beach are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

gerhard m.

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

Very relaxing vacation

The house is very nice and the location is asbolutley quiet. The houseowner was very kind and suppurted us with recommendations for nice restaurants.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claus R.

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

Fully recommend

We enjoyed our stay very much. Villa is really nice and owner is always reachable ( if necessary) and always supporting.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Herbert D.

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

Perfect week

Nothing to complain about. Owners were very nice people. The house was perfect with a nice pool. We had a wunderful week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claude G.

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

Most relaxing summer Holidays

The house is perfect in every way and our host Jelena could not be more friendly and helpful. We felt very welcome and our hosts had thought about everything - from the welcome plate with ham and cheese and a bottle of wine already chilled and waiting in the fridge to the fresh fruits and vegetables we got weekly, each time when Jelena's husband came for the regular pool maintenance. The house itself is very well thought through, with its two terraces, the nice and big rooms and the big living space. The air-conditioning works perfectly well, but with the aluminum stores that kept the heat out, we did not even need it that much. In the kitchen you find everything you need and can think of to prepare meals and there is also a big barbecue available. There was nothing I could complain about, but even if, I have no doubt that our hosts would have provided a quick solution. Thank you very much Skropeta Family for being such considerate and friendly hosts.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ute Z.

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

Traumhafter Urlaub / best host ever#thanksJelena#

Wir hatten einen sehr schöne entspannte Woche. Die Eigentümerin Jelena ist ein Schatz. Sie hat für uns einen traumhaften Tag in einer einsamen Bucht organisiert. Wir konnten bei Ihr Abendessen bestellen, welches von Vesna gekocht und serviert wurde. Sie ist eine tolle Köchin. Alles im Haus war perfekt. Der Pool zu jeder Tageszeit eine Erfrischung. Wir können diese Unterkunft nur empfehlen. Wir kommen definitiv wieder.❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander M.

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

Perfect house for vacation with friends or family

A great house and perfect location within the Ucka nationalpark. If you plan to recreate within the nature and travel through Istria, this a perfect go-to location. Moreover, Jelena and Davor are perfect hosts! I totally recommend this house which is fully equipped with everything you need during your stay. We enjoyed each and every day during our stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Urlaub in einer Oase der Ruhe und des Komforts

Wie im Prospekttext und den Bildern angegeben handelt es sich um eine großzügig und komplett ausgestattete sehr geräumige und fast neue Villa im mediterranen Stil. Große überdachte Terrassen nach Westen und Osten und ein Pool mit Liegewiese in Südlage sind nur einige der Highlights des Objekts. Ein liebevoll eingerichteter Spielplatz mit Seeräuberschiff, Rutsche, Trampolin etc. bietet ein Paradies für Familien mit Kindern. Auch wir - zwei ältere Ehepaare mit großem Hund - haben uns hier sehr wohl gefühlt. Sehr freundliche und persönliche Betreuung durch die Hausbesitzer Davor und Jelena. Dafür nochmals besten Dank und voll verdiente 5 Sterne! ***** Grographisch von bis zu 1400 Meter hohen Bergen umgeben in einem grünen Tal gelegen kann man von diesem Ferienhaus innerhalb einer Fahrstunde nahezu alle touristisch besonders attraktiven Ziele auf der Halbinsel Istrien erreichen. Tips zu den einzelnen Touren gibt es bei Davor und Jelena.
Stayed 17 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina B.

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

Wunderschönes Haus

Für die Kinder war es total schön. Uns Erwachsenen hat es ebenso gut gefallen :) Umgebung top Ausstattung super Es war wirklich alles da was man benötigt.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tobias S.

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

Super Urlaub

Wir alle hatten viel Spaß und haben uns sehr gut erholt! Das Ucka-Gelände ist wunderbar und die Gastgeber über Whatsapp immer gut erreichbar! Es war ein ganz ganz toller Urlaub und unser Hund hat sich auch super wohl gefühlt :) Vielen Dank
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicole R.

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

Entspannter Urlaub

Wir hatten einen schönen und erholsamen Urlaub, die Besitzerin ist sehr freundlich und zuvorkommen, wir wurden mit Gemüse, Kuchen und Wein versorgt :) Leider war das Wetter nicht ganz so wie gewünscht, aber wir haben es uns trotzdem schön gemacht und konnten die Tage für viele Ausflüge nach Rovinj, Optaija usw nutzen. Die Unterkunft ist sehr zu empfehlen. Vielen Dank nochmal für alles ;)
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KOEN F.

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

Prachtige vakantie in Istrië

De villa voldeed perfect aan onze verwachtingen. Wij werden zeer hartelijk onthaald door de gastvrouw!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

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

Große Gastfreundlichkeit in sehr schöner Umgebung

Wir waren zwei Familien mit Kindern. Dafür war die Villa ein Traum! Sehr viel Platz und tolle Spielmöglichkeiten in schöner Natur. Die Gastgeber waren sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit in allen Belangen. Danke auch für die Leckereien und den guten Wein!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathrin R.

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

Urlaub im Oktober 2019

Das Haus ist perfekt für eine große Familie oder 2 kleine. Wir waren im Oktober mit 4 Kindern dort und haben das Haus, den Pool und die wunderschöne Landschaft Kroatiens sehr genossen. Eine Woche war definitiv zu kurz, wir kommen wieder 😁. Jelena stand uns immer mit Rat und Tat zur Seite, vielen Dank dafür und Liebe Grüße an Vesna und Lordi.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rainer S.

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

Wunderschönes Haus in mitten von Natur und Wäldern

Das Haus in absolut ruhiger Lage ist Bestens ausgestattet und es fehlte uns an nichts! Die Vermieter und auch die Nachbarin waren jederzeit erreichbar und haben uns mit ihrer herzlichen und sehr hilfsbereiten Art überwältigt! Wir können das Haus in jedem Fall uneingeschränkt weiterempfehlen.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas O.

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

Schöner Urlaub

Haus wie in der Beschreibung, netter Empfang der Besitzer, super Umgebung zum Spaziergang mit Hund. Geeignet für Urlaub mit Kinder und Haustiere.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jannik L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Tolles Haus

Ein sehr tolles Haus mit sehr netten und hilfsbereiten Besitzern. Alles war sehr sauber und modern. Auf jeden Fall weiterzuempfehlen
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mikhail P.

An exellent stay in beautiful house and interesting region

It was a super staying there in Istra at the very good holiday house. Started with a very kind welkome: Vesna - the neigbour who care the house -has met us at the place with some homemade snacks (ham and cheese and wine and biska) and gave all the necessary explanations about the house. In the evening our charming mistress Jelena has visited us with a welcome visit and brought a hole basket of her own wine) But this means more less then a hospitality and cordaility they met us and it was not surprising that we had stay together untill late... About the house it’s nothing to say: it was like a home. Very well equipped, many of nice details, all was think over with care. I think it was one of the best homes we’ve ever hired for more then 20 years. And the place itself is charming - quiet (village Vranja counts only 50 habitants), only birds wake you up in the morning. The view on the mountains is beautiful but they don’t close the sun)). This point is very convinient to visit all the peninsule. -our most long trip was only 70 km and we’ve look over all the Istria with it’s small charming villages and already bourgeois sea stations. The reagion is very wonderful and has a big tourist potential, in every place you visit you can see something interesting. There are several big supermarkets not too far from the house as well as a small market shop in the village. In a one word - it’s worth to be there, I think nothing can compare with such a warm welcome. We remind oftenly our evenings with Vesna and Jelena with their home wine and a discussions about the country, local customs and each other. I would like to say again a big thanks to Jelena for a real care about us and for such a wonderful satying with her and pass my best to Vesna) Hope we’ll be back one day to inspect a new changes (like a jacuzzi))) and to discuss some enjoying the beautiful view and the cordial company. Our best wishes to Jelena and her family!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn H.

Fantastic villa in beautiful peaceful location.

We had a lovely stay at Villa Mare & Monti and would thoroughly recommend it to families and groups looking for a modern well equipped villa in a beautiful peaceful location. We loved the pool and gorgeous scenery, eating meals on the terrace with the backdrop of the mountains. The house was really well equipped with everything we needed, had excellent air conditioning and felt really comfortable and welcoming. Our host Jelena could not have been more helpful with lots of advice of places to visit. There was a bottle of wine and plate of local ham and cheese waiting for us when we arrived and Jelena even brought us a big bag of fresh vegetables from her garden! Istria is a lovely part of Croatia with lots to do, particularly if you are into outdoor activities like walking, cycling and zipwires! Since it was so hot, our kids were more than happy just playing in the garden, jumping on the trampoline and splashing about in the pool. There were loads of inflatable toys to play with in the pool which kept them occupied. Thank you Skropeta family for your hospitality and a lovely holiday!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mareike R.

Einfach nur toll!

Die Vermieter sind sehr nett und standen uns mit Rat und Tat zur Seite. Besonders der Ausflug mit deren Boot zu einem versteckten Strand hat uns sehr gut gefallen. Vom Pool waren nicht nur die Kinder begeistert. Das großzügige Grundstück begeisterte vor allem den Hund. Das Haus ist sehr gepflegt, modern eingerichtet und sehr gemütlich. Es ist alles vorhanden, was man benötigt. Das Haus liegt zentral in Istrien, von wo aus man die Küsten innerhalb von 30-60 Fahrminuten erreichen kann. Der Urlaub war sehr schön und entspannend. Das Haus ist auf jeden Fall weiter zu empfehlen.
Stayed 17 nights in May 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Wonderful place

The house has everything you need to make you feel comfortable. Trampoline is a highlight for the kids. There's a fire pit and lots of outside seating options. Very quiet area, which is great when you want to avoid busy tourist places. We enjoyed our visit very much!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

schöller c.

Super

It was fantastic. the house is perfect, clean, modern, everything is there, the host Family and neighbour more than friendly, we did a boat trip , we will come again thanks a lot for everything
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Thomas F.

Super schöner Urlaub mit super privatsfäre

Die Bilder sind wahrheitsgetreu, das haus ist einfach ein Traum und dass steht dazu auch noch mitten in der Natur. Einfach eine Reise wert. Preis Leistung entspricht voll den Erwartungen die man hat, einzigartige Privatsphäre, unbeschreiblich nette Besitzer die alles dazu tun einen unvergesslichen urlaub zu genießen. Vielen dank nochmals und auf ein wiedersehen!!!

About the host

Hosted by Villa Mare&Monti Istria,family Skropeta

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We are family Skropeta .With 3 children and 2 dogs.
We love nature, playing, swimming, exploring new places, boat rides, we love excursions, riding bikes ,fishing, truffle searching.
As we have experience and have working in tourism, we are very opened to new people and different cultures.Hospitality is part of our culture.

Why they chose this property

We start building this property for our family few years ago. After some time, we realize that is really beautiful-the house and all the neighbourhooda and we want to divide our experience with other guests that will be part of our beautiful village. Villa Mare&Monti is the only villa for rent in our village. All inhabitants (in total 60) -are very friendly and welcome our dear guests as part of their families.
We love to spend evenings with friends, we love good dinners and quality wine. We have a small boat and enjoy to go around the beautiful local beaches.

We couldn't leave without contact to the Nature and without Music, without Colours. Our family is full of life and always in some kind of moving.

Our life Motto is ON THE MOVE

What makes this property unique

For all guests we offer a boat trip to the secret not crowded beach with clean see and beautiful natural peble beach .for free!!!!for stays min. 7 days.
Possibiity of fishing
& special truffle searching.....that are our hobbies that we want to share our enthusiasm with you....

Unique benefits of the property-Nature, big private property, neighborhood-our first neighbors have a ponny, cows, pigs, chickens, 2 dogs, few cats-a family farm and very good people,
Nature park Ucka with all possible outdoors activities,..and much more
welcome to discover!!!

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