With an infinity pool and views over the surrounding natural landscape, Villa Drvo offers a sublime blend of contemporary design with traditional artistry in the quaint, traditional village of Smoljanci. The main living room features two comfortable sofas and extends to a casual seating area by the fire. A dining table for ten is beside this area, enjoying spectacular views. The kitchen is next to this, with a large central island. The main interior entertainment is found in the basement: a bar for your drinking desires, a kitchenette, and even a cinema room make this the ideal hang-out spot in the late evenings, while an incredibly well-equipped gym and a large shower create the perfect space for an intense workout! The gym includes several trainers, a boxing bag, speedball, yoga mat, turbo trainer (on request), steps, and weights—or it can be made up as a soft play area with a Wendy house and slide! There are five bedrooms: three double rooms, all with en-suites and two twin rooms, one with an en-suite. There is also a family bathroom on the top floor. Some have seating areas or even double-door access to a terrace. In the garden, there is a private infinity pool surrounded by sun loungers. A lawn encircles the pool, creating space for fun and games with the family. There’s an outdoor kitchen with a wood fire and a dining table for ten on the terrace, and even a herb garden to try your hand at recreating a few of the local delicacies! There are also two bikes at your disposal for exploring the incredible local surroundings! Only 20 minutes from the beach and just over half an hour away from Učka Nature Park, a sprawling protected area with hiking routes leading to canyons, waterfalls and historic sites, you’ll find unspoilt nature a stone’s throw away. Features: The Villa Interior (Lower Ground Floor) - Kitchenette - Bathroom - Bar - Cinema - Gym Interior (Ground Floor) - Dining & living area - Fully equipped kitchen - Bathroom - Access to the patio & pool area Interior (First Floor) - Bedroom with double bed, balcony access and en-suite bathroom - Bedroom with double bed, balcony access and en-suite bathroom Interior (Second Floor) - Bedroom with double bed, balcony access and en-suite bathroom - Bedroom with twin single beds and en-suite bathroom (can be set up as a double room upon request at time of booking) - Bedroom with twin single beds - Family bathroom Exterior - Private swimming pool - Sun loungers & parasols - Outdoor lounge & dining area - Large patio & garden area - Covered terrace - Outdoor kitchen - Barbecue Additional Facilities - Wi-Fi - Air conditioning - TV - Washing machine - Iron & board - Parking - Cot & highchair available upon request - Bicycles (please see Ts and Cs) HR04932052774 Mike Breakwell Location: Villa Drvo is located in Smoljanci, a quaint, rural Croatian village in the heart of the enchanting natural landscape of Istria! You’ll find a few small grocery shops, a pharmacy, doctors, a dentist and a few restaurants and coffee shops in the nearby town of Svetvinčenat, about a  5-minute drive away, as well as a very picturesque castle and a moat! The nearby train station has trains running between Buzet and Pula, and it’s just a thirty-kilometre journey to the heart of the enchanting city of Pula. Just twenty kilometres away, you can’t miss the delightful Venetian coastal town of Rovinj halfway up the western coastline. Wander the old city, with its Venetian architecture and marble streets and admire the views across the marina before settling for a meal in one of its many beautiful seaside restaurants. And be sure to stop off in Lim Bay while you’re there – a dramatic Fjord stretching for miles inland! Active holiday-makers will be delighted with the offerings: from windsurfing in Medulin to scuba diving in the Brijuni National Park and rock climbing, hang-gliding and walking in Buzet along the 15km ‘seven waterfalls’ walk, Istria has it all. Both Rijeka and  Pula have international airports within a short drive of the villa, while Pula is the central hub for those getting ferries, although there is a daily ferry between Poreč and Venice. Terms & Conditions: Security deposit? For groups under 25 years olds, €500 paid in cash to the owner upon arrival and refunded upon departure, subject to full inspection. Arrival time? 4pm Departure time? 10am Energy costs included? Yes, included in the rental price. Heating costs included? Yes, included in the rental price. Linen & towels included? Yes, included in the rental price. End of stay cleaning included? Yes. However, guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit. Internet access? Complimentary Wi-Fi internet access is included in rental price. It is good to note that the speed is dependent on the local provider and technical issues may cause reduced speed or cut of service. Minimum stay? 7 nights. Changeover day? Saturday. Pets welcome? Not allowed. Smoking Allowed? Smoking & Vaping are not permitted. Pool heating charge? For those who require pool heating, there will be an additional charge of €200 per week (to be paid locally on arrival). Please note that like all heated pools, pool heating and water temperature are reliant on weather and outside temperatures. Tax? Included in the rental rate. Other Ts and Cs? Please request at time of booking whether you would like the second twin room to be set up with twin beds or with a double. Other 2? Bicycles are available upon request for short trips to the local shops or similar. For guided tours, please bring your own bikes or hire bikes from nearby Rabac. Pets - allowed Smoking - not allowed