Villa Ivona di San Lorenzo is a luxurious modern villa for 8 in the heart of Istria. It is the perfect escape for friends or families who want to relax by the private pool or explore this beautiful region. Only 20 minutes from the Adriatic coast and the town of Poreč, it is ideally located to keep guests of all ages happy!
The décor is stylish and modern with all the rooms on the ground floor opening directly onto the terrace by the swimming pool. The spacious living area includes a large L-shaped sofa with a flat-screen TV. Next to the sofa, there is a smart dining table for 8. The kitchen is separated from the dining area by a useful breakfast bar, ideal for quick snacks. The kitchen is well-equipped with a cooker hob, oven, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer and a Dolcegusto coffee machine.
The owners have lavished as much attention to the outdoor spaces as they have with the interiors. There are several sun loungers by the swimming pool where guests can relax after a refreshing dip. For dinners al fresco, there is a shaded dining area next to the sitting room. There is also an outside seating area with a sofa and armchairs, where guests can enjoy drinks overlooking the pool.
Sleeping
Bedroom 1: On the ground floor, this airy bedroom has a double bed, flat-screen TV, a workspace for a laptop, a wardrobe, en suite bathroom and French windows leading out to the swimming pool terrace.
Bedroom 2: This first-floor bedroom has a double bed, flat-screen TV, desk, a wardrobe, a private balcony and an en suite bathroom. The shaded balcony is furnished with a sofa and armchairs so guests can relax in peace and enjoy the panoramic views across the Istrian peninsula.
Bedroom 3: The 3rd bedroom includes 2 single beds, a wardrobe, flat-screen TV and an en suite bathroom. This bedroom also has a private balcony.
Bedroom 4: Another light-filled bedroom with a double bed, wardrobe, flat-screen TV, en suite bathroom and a balcony.
Bathrooms
Each of the 4 en suite bathrooms has a glass shower, basin and WC.
Extras: There is a separate WC and basin on the ground floor.
Additional
• Free wifi • Private swimming pool (open 1st May to 1st October) • Outside dining & seating • BBQ • Terrace • Balcony • Fenced, private garden • Air conditioning • Underfloor central heating • Satellite TV • Washing machine • Books library • Hair dryer • Wheelchair access • Private parking - car recommended • Check-in from 4.00pm, Check out before 10.00am • Security deposit €1,500 for groups under 21
Location
The villa is in a quiet area, on the hillside, with panoramic views stretching all the way to the Adriatic Sea. It is a 7-minute stroll into Sveti Lovreč one of the best-preserved Medieval towns in Istria. Some of the defence towers are still standing, which gives visitors an idea of the impressive old fortifications. There are several grocery stores in the town, and restaurants if you do not feel like cooking.
Just 5 minutes away you will find one of Croatia’s most famous winemakers. Ivana Matošević, offers daily tours and wine tastings and most people leave with at least 2 bottles to enjoy at home.
The town of Poreč (20 minutes) has so much to see, including the Euphrasian Basilica complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with Byzantine mosaics. Poreč has a daily market from 6am to 2pm every day. Here you can find local produce, homemade cheese, olive oils and a wide range of vegetables and fresh fruit.
The historic city of Pula (40 minutes) makes an unmissable day trip. It is home to one of the best-preserved amphitheatres in the world, the Pula Arena. Visitors can explore most of the city on foot and see the Temple of Augustus and the Forum, as well as the impressive citadel. The Forum is the city’s central square, full of cafés and excellent restaurants.
Pula International Airport is 30 minutes away.
Property type
Facilities / Amenities
- BBQ
- Balcony
- Laundry facilities
- Central heating
- Private garden
- Universal shaver plug
- Iron-ironing board
- Private parking space
- Satellite tv
- Tv
- Terrace
- Washing machine
- Wifi installed in house
- Underfloor heating
- Security safe
- Hair dryer
- Clothes horse
- Wifi free
- Private pool
- Air conditioning
- Flatscreen
- Outside dining area
- Outside table-chairs
- Pool unheated
- Books library
- Fenced Garden
- Smart TV
- Outdoor Pool
- Fire extinguisher
- Outdoor Pool(new)
- Dolcegusto Machine
- Outdoor private
- Outdoor unheated
Kitchen facilities
- Coffee machine
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Microwave
- Oven
- Toaster
- Cooker hob
- Full kitchen
- Freezer
- Fridge
- Open plan
Property location
- On hillside
- Quiet
- Honeymoon
- Secondary road
- Very sunny position
- Very quiet location
- Sea view
Accessibility
- Car recommended
- Wheelchair access
- Smoking not permitted
- Pets not permitted
Please note that the pool is open from the 01st of May to the 01st of October
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