An indefinable wow factor. This five-star private and secluded beachfront villa is straight out of a James Bond movie (it would certainly make a fabulous hideaway location for the famous spy).
It is utterly memorable. Numerous Romanesque fragments found during various excavations on the island and parts of the altar from the local church of St Peter have been incorporated into the entrance to the villa and to the villa itself.
Located on the south east part of the island in a private bay where no boats can dock, this is about serious privacy. And space. 4.400 square metres of space actually including gardens (which feel more like a park) and actual living space of 350 square metres. There is no other building anywhere near Villa Lovorka nor overlooking it. Nature and the Adriatic are the only neighbours.
The wow factor starts on arrival as the entrance gate opens onto a beautiful rock garden and then Nature takes over and continues all around the villa. Among the beautiful Mediterranean gardens there are lovely outside terraces at every turn, all with wonderful sea views.
The first terrace has a large BBQ area, is partially covered, has an open grill, table seating and sunbeds. Some ten steps lead down directly to the beach which is part jetty, some stone slabs and part pebble. Here there are more sunbeds. In front of the villa there is yet another very long sea-facing terrace with sunbeds. Everywhere one looks there is either the famous, very blue Adriatic Sea or lush Mediterranean plants, trees and flowers.
The accommodation is set out among two single-storey buildings adjacent to each other. Furniture throughout was specially made for the villa which was completely renovated in 2012. The first building has three very spacious double bedrooms (there are no twin bedrooms).
The adjacent building has a dining room with a round table and black Swarovski chandelier, a very well-equipped kitchen with induction hob, microwave, oven and grill, dishwasher, two fridges, coffee machine and kettle. There is yet another massive outdoor terrace here with table and chairs. In this building there is also a small well-being zone. The zone has two heated relaxation beds, a whirlpool-jacuzzi and Finnish sauna. Massage treatments can be booked one day in advance with a visiting therapist.
A housekeeper-hostess is a feature of the property. She welcomes guests to the property and prepares breakfast each day according to guest wishes. Her working hours are from 0730-1430 daily and she can organise and arrange most things including a chef for the evening. Her duties include cleaning and linen change if this is required.
Design and décor of the villa is traditional rather than contemporary and has been rented by many famous people and celebrities who seek space and privacy on a waterfront location and the ultimate experience of a stay on a small, lush, car-free island yet within easy reach of the mainland (15-minute regular boat away).
This villa is unique both in style and location and the slightly quirky factor only adds to the special feel of the place.
Accommodation
- There are three double bedrooms, all en suite, two have beautiful outdoor terraces, all are air-conditioned and have robes and slippers.
- One very spacious master double bedroom, with a separate office-study area which may accommodate one extra bed for a child. Bathroom with bath and shower plus hairdryer. This room has a gorgeous terrace overlooking the sea.
- One slightly smaller double bedroom with bathroom and walk in shower plus hairdryer. Unusually this bedroom has a lounge and dining room and no terrace.
- One spacious double bedroom with bathroom and walk in shower plus hairdryer. There is a lovely outside terrace.
- There is an additional small bathroom in the building housing the well-being zone
- Bathrooms are spacious.
- Décor includes some antique pieces.
Amenities and features
- Beachfront, seaside location in complete privacy
- Extensive, beautiful enclosed gardens which feel more like a private park
- Numerous outside terraces
- Bicycle hire, free of charge (six bicycles)
- Golf buggy (small electric vehicle)provided for duration of stay
- Free return ticket per person daily on passenger boat to Fazana on mainland
- Sunbeds on terraces and at the beach, beach towels
- Telephone connection to hotel Istra-Neptun reception
- Satellite televisions throughout
- Indoor lounge-dining room
- Free WiFi throughout the property
- One story accommodation, no indoor stairs
- Housekeeper-hostess, fixed hours
- Private chef service (advance notice required, subject to availability and paid locally)
- Fully equipped BBQ patio area
- Car free island, no cars allowed (park rangers only)
Board Basis: Self Catering
Three bedroom villa
There are three double bedrooms, all en suite, two have beautiful outdoor terraces, all are air-conditioned and have robes and slippers.
One very spacious master double bedroom, with a separate office-study area which may accommodate one extra bed for a child. Bathroom with bath and shower plus hairdryer. This room has a gorgeous terrace overlooking the sea.
One slightly smaller double bedroom with bathroom and walk in shower plus hairdryer. Unusually this bedroom has a lounge and dining room and no terrace.
One spacious double bedroom with bathroom and walk in shower plus hairdryer. There is a lovely outside terrace.