Villa Cattaro

An elegant, traditional Montenegrin house with a real air of vintage romance. Just four metres from the sea yet with spacious grounds and plenty of privacy, Villa Cattaro is a tranquil haven for holidaymakers. From the terraces and balconies, you'll be able to gaze out at the Bay of Boka with a coffee or glass of wine in hand on summer evenings. By night, the lights of the other side of the bay twinkle beautifully.

The architecture of the villa is truly dazzling. It was created in heritage Montenegrin ancient style, using rocks and natural materials in order to harmonise with the environment and be mindful of the elements. Enter the villa through the dramatic walkway, bordered by a lush lawn on one side and a driveway on the other.

Decorative archways with rows of stone frame the enviable, postcard-perfect views, while the walls are built from irregular layers of natural stone, peppered with crimson shutters. The exteriors evoke a sense of a crumbling fortified castle or a luxury farmhouse in the Balkan countryside.

Take a cooling dip in the small but perfectly formed, curved swimming pool, surrounded by greenery dotted with plants. There's plenty of comfortable seating, parasols and deck chairs for everyone to unwind poolside.

Entering into the retro kitchen is like stepping into a stylish grandmother's house, equipped with everything you need to make tasty home cooked meals. Reclaimed painted wood cupboards, pastel walls, mosaic tiles and a modern kitchen island make up this delightful space. The living room has feature walls of exposed stonework and luxurious white sofas with elegant curves. There's a statement dining table with a patterned green tablecloth that the whole family can gather around.

Five bedrooms are spread over two floors with charming, old-style interiors in cream and pastel pink with red accents. Textured walls and fluffy rugs adorn the floor, while watercolour art hangs on the walls. Double beds with carved wooden headboards are decorated with traditional cross-stitched blankets, while retro swirly-patterned trunks provide storage and additional design credentials.

There's plenty to keep the whole family entertained at Villa Cattoro. For those who love to keep active when they travel, there's a gym with a treadmill and cross-trainer and a huge amount of space for floor workouts. There's a sauna for those who wish to pamper themselves, and the living room has a pool table and a dedicated television area.