Villa Zoja
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Overview
Villa Zoja is such a warm, cosy villa, oozing charm from its gorgeous honey-coloured stone walls. Combined with the astonishing views from the pool and upper terrace, it is a great pick for a family or friends holiday. It sleeps four guests in two rustic, welcoming king bedrooms.
The villa is situated on the hillside in Jesenice, a peaceful village 15km from Split and on the way to the beautiful, historic Omis. The views over to the nearby island of Brac are fabulous.
Villa Zoja has a real country feel with original stone walls everywhere, inside and out. The pool is lovely with uninterrupted views out to sea. The terrace surrounding it is large and decked with sun loungers and an outdoor dining table. It is a wonderful spot to have dinner using the huge stone barbecue. There is a useful shower room off the terrace. The villa’s hillside location is beautiful as you are surrounded by lush Mediterranean plants and trees. You feel so secluded and peaceful.
You take the stone steps up to the villa entrance and are met with another lovely terrace, equally perfect for delicious alfresco meals. You arrive at the open-plan, warm, rustic, cosy living, dining and kitchen space. With the original stone walls, wooden beamed ceiling and wooden kitchen and furniture, it feels so snug and comforting. There is a shower room on this floor, and the wooden staircase leads upstairs to a lovely king bedroom. Again, one wall is original stone adding to the cosy mood of the room. There is an en-suite shower room. Up again, you find the other king bedroom with its lovely sloping ceilings and another en-suite bathroom. This villa is so atmospheric! It is such a lovely treat that you are welcome to the fruit and vegetables in the garden.
What you should know…
- It is quite a climb up the hill from the village shops to this villa so you might want to go in the car
- There are quite a few steps at this property, so it is not suitable for those less mobile
- There is something for everyone on the Cetina River
Property Features
The Villa
Villa Zoja is surrouned by the lush Croatian countryside and has wonderful views of the sea. The villa has 2 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, accommodating up to 4 guests.
Ground Floor
- Fully equipped open kitchen with dishwasher, fridge, microwave, stove, oven, blender, coffee machine
- Open-plan living and dining area
- Bathroom
- Bedroom with king-size bed and en-suite bathroom
First Floor
- Bedroom with king-size bed and en-suite bathroom
Exterior Grounds
- Private swimming pool
- Outdoor shower
- Terrace
- Sun loungers
- Covered outdoor dining area
- Barbecue
Additional Facilities
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi
- Television
- Washing machine
- Iron and ironing board
- Hair dryer
- Parking
- High chair and cot upon request
Location
About the surrounding area of Villa ZojaJesenice is a small village on the coast between Split and Omis. There are several grocery shops, a bakery, post office, exchange office and a souvenir shop. There are a few bars and restaurants along the beaches. The beaches are mainly paved or pebbly, so you might want to head to Duce, which is a haven of sandy beaches.
The other side of Duce is the stunning Omis which offers many historical attractions and restaurants. In the 13th and 14th century Omis was the home of pirates! They would attack trade ships at the mouth of the river and return up the Cetina river where they could not be followed. The whole of the old city is built of stone and is dominated by the Fortress Mirabella. It is filled with old churches as well as wonderful restaurants specialising in fresh, locally caught fish and smoked ham. You must try the local wines as well!
The Cetina River is incredible and action-packed with an awesome zipline, canyoning, river tubing, rafting and canoeing. Its source is the Dinara mountains, and it ends at Omis. You can even rent see-through kayaks so that when you are paddling down the river, you can explore the flora and fauna. Most appealing is the thrilling rafting. This takes place in the northern part of the river where there are exciting rapids and challenging waterfalls to descend. White water rafting takes place in a section of 10km starting north of Kucice. While doing this, you will also discover one of the prettiest beaches, Stuzica. The rafting ends in the village of Blato na Cetini where you can have lunch in a restaurant along the bank of the river. Canyoning really takes a lot of courage. Expert guides will help adventurous guests to plunge into newly discovered rocky areas and clear waters, providing the most exhilarating and unforgettable experience. You will swim underneath powerful waterfalls, flow down naturally formed chutes and jump into emerald pools. You will abseil down the 56m high Gubavica waterfall on the extreme version, starting from the village of Zadvarje.
| Local Amenities | |||
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| Nearest Airport |
Split Airport
(36 km) |
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| Nearest Village |
Jesenice
(4 km) |
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| Nearest Town/City |
Split
(20 km) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
Brod Silva
(1 km) |
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| Nearest Beach |
Plaza Suhi Potok
(5 km) |
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| Nearest Golf |
Golf Course Stobrec
(13 km) |
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| Nearest Supermarket |
Studenac
(4 km) |
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Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesChildren will love their Dalmatian holiday staying in Villa Zoja. The pool is lovely. Close by the Cetina River will be so thrilling for them. River tubing on the river is such great fun. Sitting in giant inflatable donuts, you will have the unique opportunity to descend down the small river rapids slightly north of the village of Kucice. Otherwise, you can go on a family adventure and raft the rapids. If you are brave enough, you can buckle up and fly like Batman through the lush forest surrounding the beautiful water and zipline across. The minimum age for this incredible experience is 7. Young children will be accompanied by a guide in tandem plummets. There are eight wires in total.
There are many lovely beaches in the area to enjoy as a family. There are 6km of sandy beaches around Duce and Omis. Beware of Ruskamen Beach though as this is a nudist beach. Znjan is the newest built beach in Split. There are trampolines, bouncy castles, paddle boats with slides and electric scooters. There is a leisure park at Split’s Bacvice Beach. Children can watch the local picigin games. It is played in the shallow water where participants pass a ball around by hitting it with the palm of their hand without it going into the sea.
Split is a real favourite for families. You can rent bikes in so many places and take in the palace in the old town and visit Marjan Hill. The park offers promenades, nature paths, vista views, playgrounds, bird and rare plant watching and the tiny Split zoo. There is a little train you can take from the Split National Theatre to visit many of the local attractions. Split’s Magic City is an indoor playroom, which may be ideal if you have a wet day.
Baby and Toddler Equipment
- Cot(s)
- High Chair(s)
Kids Activities Close-by
- <1hr to Airport
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
Extras
Oliver's Extras
- Transfers Available
At Oliver’s Travels we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Private chef/cook/catering
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport pick-up/drop-off
- Babysitting/childcare services
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!
| Security deposit | €250 paid in cash to the owner upon arrival and refunded upon departure, subject to full inspection. |
| Arrival time | 4 pm |
| Departure time | 10 am |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | €250 paid in cash to the owner upon arrival and refunded upon departure, subject to full inspection. |
| Arrival time | 4 pm |
| Departure time | 10 am |
| 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. |
| Linen & towels included? | Linen and towels are included in the rental price |
| Energy costs included? | Yes, included in the rental price |
| Internet access? | Yes, included in the rental price |
| Minimum stay | 7 nights |
| Changeover day | Saturday during July and August Any day the remainder of the year |
| Pets welcome? | Pets are permitted upon request. A supplement may apply. |
| Smoking Allowed? | Smoking and vaping are not permitted |
| Tax | Tourist tax is included in the rental price |
| Insurance | Guests are required to be in possession of a valid insurance policy, which covers them for cancellations, personal belongings, public liability and any accidental damage caused during their stay. |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 4 people:
| Rental period | 5 Nights | Weekly |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 3rd 2023 - Jan 1st 2024 | £993 | £1,389 |
| Jan 1st 2024 - May 11th 2024 | £882 | £1,235 |
| May 11th 2024 - Jun 15th 2024 | £993 | £1,389 |
| Jun 15th 2024 - Jul 1st 2024 | £1,544 | £2,161 |
| Jul 1st 2024 - Aug 24th 2024 | £2,205 | £3,087 |
| Aug 24th 2024 - Sep 7th 2024 | £1,544 | £2,161 |
| Sep 7th 2024 - Apr 5th 2025 | £993 | £1,389 |
Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
Reviews
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The most wonderful view!
The property was very well finished, very private and had the most wonderful view across the bay imaginable. It was well equipped with linen, kitchen equipment and was well laid out. The drive is steep and narrow. This was no problem for us at all. However, if someone was very nervous about mountain tracks, they should factor this detail in. I would happily recommend the villa and the host to anyone and go again.
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We were very pleased with our choice!
For this year's holiday, we were looking for a house in a quiet environment, for a relaxing holiday. We found all this in Villa Zoja. It also has a magnificent view. Numerous beaches are only a ten minute drive away, and only ten more to Omis or Split. For all these trips, our house was our starting point and a comfortable oasis to return to. In any case, we are very pleased with our choice!
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