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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms 2+ bathrooms Sleeps 8 120 sq m
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Explore the area

Brnobici, Istarska županija
- Aquapark Istralandia14 min drive
- Spadici Beach14 min drive
- Lanterna Beach16 min drive
- Pula (PUY)50 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Villa Sofia: Private Pool, Mature Garden, Sea Views
This villa was built for us in 2008. Its location on the hillside of Kastelir, with views spanning to the sea, makes it a lovely place to contemplate the beautiful Istrian countryside enjoying the light breeze from the sea. It has a private pool and plenty of space for 6-8 guests, accommodated in 3 double bedrooms (1 en-suite) and a comfortable double sofabed in the living room. With 2,5 bathrooms, it ensures the necessary privacy for the guests.
Kastelir is the perfect location for a diverse holidays. Only 4 miles from the sea it makes for a good base to explore the different resorts on the coast, or the historical town of Porec. Centrally located in Istria, it is also ideal to explore what the region has to offer, from undiscovered Venetian hilltop villages, to truffles and, of course, wine and olive oil. It is ideal for cycling (my favorite activity!) as it is in the midst of many cycling routes. The house is fully airconditioned, just in case the summer gets a bit too hot.
If you are the sporty type, then the hose has some table tennis table or - if you eel more energetic - access to a tennis court just a couple of minutes away, which can be easily booked. Besides cycling, in the near by beach resort of Lanterna you can do pretty much anything, from horse-back riding to wind surfing and paddling.
There is a very good tourist office in the local village square, which can give good advice on the potential activities around Kastelir and the region. Depending on when you stay, the region offers quite a lot in terms of cultural attractions and activities as well, including an excellent jazz festival in Grosnjan and a well known film festival in Motovun, a medieval festival in the Morosini-Grimani castle and many more.
Alternatively, you can spend a great week just laying by the pool and reading a book - its all down to you!
Kastelir is the perfect location for a diverse holidays. Only 4 miles from the sea it makes for a good base to explore the different resorts on the coast, or the historical town of Porec. Centrally located in Istria, it is also ideal to explore what the region has to offer, from undiscovered Venetian hilltop villages, to truffles and, of course, wine and olive oil. It is ideal for cycling (my favorite activity!) as it is in the midst of many cycling routes. The house is fully airconditioned, just in case the summer gets a bit too hot.
If you are the sporty type, then the hose has some table tennis table or - if you eel more energetic - access to a tennis court just a couple of minutes away, which can be easily booked. Besides cycling, in the near by beach resort of Lanterna you can do pretty much anything, from horse-back riding to wind surfing and paddling.
There is a very good tourist office in the local village square, which can give good advice on the potential activities around Kastelir and the region. Depending on when you stay, the region offers quite a lot in terms of cultural attractions and activities as well, including an excellent jazz festival in Grosnjan and a well known film festival in Motovun, a medieval festival in the Morosini-Grimani castle and many more.
Alternatively, you can spend a great week just laying by the pool and reading a book - its all down to you!
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Pets charged at 10 euros per night
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
On outdoor terraces only.
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 0.94 per person, per night
- A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 October to 31 October, GBP 0.67 per person, per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
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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
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About the area
Kastelir-Labinci
Located in Kastelir-Labinci, this villa is in a rural area and by the sea. Episcopal Complex of the Euphrasian Basilica and Baredine Cave reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Aqua Golf Porec and Aquacolors Porec. Dinopark Funtana and Aquapark Istralandia are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours nearby.

Brnobici, Istarska županija
What's nearby
- Baredine Cave - 8 min drive - 6.4 km
- Aquapark Istralandia - 14 min drive - 15.9 km
- Spadici Beach - 14 min drive - 11.5 km
- Lanterna Beach - 16 min drive - 11.1 km
- Novigrad Harbour - 18 min drive - 14.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Mezzino Street - 14 min drive
- Santa Marina - 12 min drive
- Seafood Ribarica - 13 min drive
- Grano Dura - 10 min drive
- Bistro Kras - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
7.6/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Check-in
9.6/10
Communication
8.8/10
Location
9.4/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
27 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Leslie L.
27 July 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Leslie L.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Stefanie B.
12 July 2025
Stefanie B.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Stefanie P.
3 June 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ein tolles Haus mit schönem Garten
Stefanie P.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024
8/10 Good
Elmar W.
17 September 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
schönes Haus in ruhiger Lage
Elmar W.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Oliver K.
5 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ein schöner Aufenthalt
Oliver K.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Erwin E.
10 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Schönes Haus
Erwin E.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sascha P., Ulm, Deutschland
19 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Erholsamer Urlaub in schönem Haus
Sascha P.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Thomas S.
28 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Schönes Haus mit großem Garten
Thomas S.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022
6/10 Okay
Steffi R.
10 July 2022
Liked: Check-in, location
Preis-Leistung nicht okay
Steffi R.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ruediger N.
16 September 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Schönes Haus mit guter Umgebung
Ruediger N.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
8/10 Good
Alexander L.
22 September 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Sehr schönes gepflegtes und sauberes Haus
Alexander L.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2020
8/10 Good
Henning R.
14 August 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sehr gepflegte Villa
Henning R.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2020
8/10 Good
yvonne v.
8 August 2019
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Heerlijke plek en goede uitvalsbasis voor uitstapjes in de omgeving
yvonne v.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
8/10 Good
Jerome C.
27 July 2019
Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Découverte de l'Istrie croate
Jerome C.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
Yvonne B.
9 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Großer Pool,traumhafte Umgebung
Yvonne B.
10/10 Excellent
Carola H.
4 August 2018
Es war ein schöner Urlaub in der Villa Sofia.
Carola H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Judith W.
7 November 2016
Drei Generationen waren hier glücklich und zufrieden!
Judith W.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Tini H., Dietenhofen
14 September 2016
A perfect holiday in the villa of our dreams
Tini H.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Carina B.
22 August 2016
Very nice and komfortable atmosphere!
Carina B.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Tini H., Dietenhofen
22 August 2016
Super schönes Haus
Tini H.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
K K.
23 August 2015
A wonderful retreat off the Istrian coast
K K.
About the host
Hosted by Mattia Romani

I am Italian and grew up in Trieste, where my family is from. I know Istria well as I have been running around the region since I was a little kid, and I love all it has to offer. I now live in London where I work as an economist in a development institution. But I go to Istria as often as I can get away!
Why they chose this property
We carefully selected this location as it is very well placed for a diverse holiday: itis a summer house, not far from the sea and properly hot in the summer, but at the same time it is the perfect base to explore the region, which is amazing. And it is 5 mins away form fabulous restaurants, markets and wineries. You can't beat that!
What makes this property unique
Tabel tennis table; tennis court 5 mins from the house, easily bookable (please ask me for the number to ring); bikes available for hire; close to paragliding location (I can arrange for tandem jumps and courses if needed, just ask me for the contacts)
Languages:
English, French, German, Italian
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