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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher
Terrace/patio
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 250 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Baderna, Istria County
  • Aquacolors Porec
    18 min drive
  • Dinopark Funtana
    22 min drive
  • Spadici Beach
    27 min drive
  • Portoroz (POW)
    38 min drive

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About the area

Porec

At this cottage, you'll be 12.2 km (7.6 mi) from Porec Marina and 12.2 km (7.6 mi) from Aqua Golf Porec. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and accommodation features a private pool, a washing machine and free WiFi. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a stovetop and a dishwasher. A fireplace, a patio and a living room are also available. .Enjoy the water park and outdoor swimming pool. Additionally, you'll find a garden and barbecues.

What's nearby

  • Porec Marina - 17 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Aqua Golf Porec - 18 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Aquacolors Porec - 18 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Brulo Beach - 25 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Spadici Beach - 27 min drive - 15.3 km

Getting around

  • Pula (PUY) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Caffe Bar Placa - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Leggiero - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Fjord - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Caffe Bar Dom - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lovely cottage with large pool in gorgeous, landscaped garden

Set in a peaceful, rural location on the edge of a tiny village, this well-equipped one-bedroom cottage is set in half an acre (2000m2) of landscaped gardens. Designed specifically as a rustic get-away for couples, it has its own secluded, private garden and terrace complete with BBQ and teak/cane garden furniture. The large (12x5) swimming pool is shared with the owners (an English couple) who live on-site. There is covered parking in a secure, walled courtyard at the front of the owner's house.

The Little House was refurbished in 2021 with new bathroom, along with new bedroom and living room furniture.

Supplies: General supplies like washing-up liquid, clingfilm & kitchen towel are provided, along with a few essentials to get you started - wine, tea, coffee, milk, bread, biscuits etc.
There is a hairdryer (so you don't need to take up luggage space with one!)

The garden: One of the big attractions of this property is its garden which is full of plants and colour. Vines, wisteria, roses, kiwis and campsis trail over shade-providing pergolas and the flower beds are full of interest. Apart from its large swimming pool, the highlight of the garden is its rockery, where a stream runs through a series of waterfalls. The stone-walled, front courtyard is secured by attractive metal gates. Here there is covered parking for 3 cars with plenty of room for other cars elsewhere.

House hunting: The cottage is ideally situated for house hunting across the whole of Istria. The owners, who live on site most of the year, have recently moved to Croatia and are happy to share their house-hunting expertise and put you in touch with reputable local agents, if you should require.

Inside there is a large bedroom with a queen-size bed (160x200 cm), open-plan living room, fully equipped kitchen and bathroom. The cottage is situated on the edge of the village and surrounded by ancient woodland where it is possible to walk for miles.

Property manager

Nicky Anson

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Water park
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 538 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number 15104455256

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Lovely cottage with large pool in gorgeous, landscaped garden?

The closest beach to Lovely cottage with large pool in gorgeous, landscaped garden is Brulo Beach (10.3 km).

Does Lovely cottage with large pool in gorgeous, landscaped garden have a pool?

Lovely cottage with large pool in gorgeous, landscaped garden has a heated pool and an outdoor pool.

Does Lovely cottage with large pool in gorgeous, landscaped garden have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

What luxury perks are available at Lovely cottage with large pool in gorgeous, landscaped garden?

This property features a heated pool, as well as a private pool and a fireplace.

Is there a private hot tub at Lovely cottage with large pool in gorgeous, landscaped garden?

No, but there is a private pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Lovely cottage with large pool in gorgeous, landscaped garden?

No, Lovely cottage with large pool in gorgeous, landscaped garden does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Lovely cottage with large pool in gorgeous, landscaped garden?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Lovely cottage with large pool in gorgeous, landscaped garden?

No, pets are not allowed.

Lovely cottage with large pool in gorgeous, landscaped garden Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
This has to be the best equipped and generously provisioned holiday cottage we have stayed in. Everything has been thought of - from swimming towels to beach cushions, a good range of cookware and books to read. There is a completely private seating area behind the cottage, as well as a lovely porch overlooking the garden, and seating around the pool. The garden is a feature of the property, a beautiful, restful space with an abundance of interesting insects and birds. Porec is a nice place for a stroll and the Basilica is well worth a visit. The cottage is well placed in the countryside close to the motorway exit, so ideal for further exploration, and Nicky and Phil are readily available if needed for recommendations and help, whilst happy to leave their guests to enjoy their stay at their own pace.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely quiet location
The Little House is perfectly located for peace and quiet, yet within easy reach of amenities. Very well equipped, stunning gardens and beautiful pool. The hosts were lovely and very helpful. Would definitely stay again, couldn’t fault it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phil W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquility personified
A perfect cottage for 2 located in a beautiful peaceful garden setting. Everything was as advertised, but better in reality and the owners who live onsite were charming and very welcoming but not intrusive. Overall a wonderful getaway property.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rags P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Little House Big Heart
We couldn't have asked for any more from our stay. From start to finish, our hosts were so welcoming and warm. This was mine and my partner's first holiday away together and the cottage really was a little paradise. We had everything we needed and were surrounded by a quite spectacular garden and an amazing large private swimming pool. The cottage was also only a short drive from the Pula airport but felt lovely and secluded at the same time. As well as having our own parking space, our hosts also provided a few treats in the fridge for our arrival as well as a very useful information folder about local sites and drives which really helped us make the most of our holiday. There was even a bbq provided with all the equipment needed to cook a bit of a feast on a evening too if the mood took. All in all, we'll never forget our first holiday together, taking back numerous happy memories and highly recommend staying here...you won't regret it!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mike A.

Peaceful Cottage with Beautiful Gardens
We have just returned from a fantastic stay at 'The Little House', a brilliant base to see the sights of Istria. The cottage was perfect for the two of us, it had everything we needed and was set in their stunning gardens. The pool is a great area to relax in after a days sightseeing. Nicky and Phil are excellent hosts and always on hand for advice on the area, nothing is too much trouble for them even rescuing us after we got lost on the way to them !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Helen S., London, United Kingdom

Blissful !
Located in the hamlet of Matulini, the Little House is perfectly situated for enjoying the peace of the Istrian countryside, whilst offering easy access to the coast, tourist attractions and restaurants. Our hosts, Nicky and Phil, have thought of pretty much everything to ensure guests want for nothing during their stay, provided a welcome pack if you hadn't managed to stop off at the supermarket enroute and were always on hand to give tips and advice if needed. The beautiful gardens and the pool were always lovely to come back to at the end of a day's sightseeing in Porec, Rovinj, Novigrad, Vsrar, Motovun or Groznjan. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Paul H.

A hidden gem of tranquility
Set in the countryside - a haven of rest after enjoying A busy day site seeing. The villa is well equipped, has a good kitchen - essential for us! , comfortable bed & sitting area. Access to a washing machine was excellent - a must for us as we had been travelling for some weeks. Nicky even volunteered to hang our washing out for us - allowing us to go out exploring . 2 personal garden siting areas outside the villa allow for sun or shade - whatever suits. To enjoy an evening swim in the lovely pool was an added bonus after a day of sightseeing. Our hosts Nicky & Phil did everything to make us feel welcome & relaxed. The whole garden has been well planned to allow both owners & guests to enjoy their own privacy & spaces. A car is essential in this location to allow access to Porec & local areas. Lots of maps & information provided to allow you to explore the areas.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Salar F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nicky and Phil are the most friendly and warm-hearted hosts we've met so far! We've spent a lovely time there. Great communication, simple check in and very clean and well equipped cottage. Nothing to complain about! 😊 Thank you very much! At any time we had our full privacy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monika L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wunderbarer Ort zum Entspannen!
Das „Little House“ ist tatsächlich ein kleines Paradies im Hinterland von Porec innerhalb eines wunderschönen und sehr gepflegten Landschaftsgartens mit einem großen, sehr sauberen Pool und mehreren Terrassen. Von hier aus sind viele malerische Orte innerhalb von 30 bis 45 Minuten zu erreichen. Nicky und Phil sind sehr liebenswürdige und herzliche Gastgeber, die uns mit einem „welcome package“ ausgestattet haben und jederzeit für Tipps ansprechbar waren. Sehr dankbar waren wir für den Pool, den wir immer nutzen konnten, was bei den heißen Temperaturen mehr als angenehm war. Das Häuschen ist mit allem Wichtigen ausgestattet und verfügt über eine Vielzahl von Küchengeräten, Büchern und CDs. Auch umfangreiches Prospektmaterial und eine sehr ausführliche und mit viel Herzblut erstellte Infomappe liegen bereit. Da die Räume durch Fensterläden und eine Klimaanlage kühl gehalten werden konnten, war die Hitze auch gut auszuhalten. Wir haben uns wunderbar erholt und kommen sehr gerne wieder!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

sergio D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Parfait
Un petit paradis
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank A., Jena

Liked: Cleanliness
Kleines Ferienhaus
Ein sehr schönes Ferienhaus mit Pool und paradiesischem Grundstück drumherum und super netten Vermietern. Kann man weiterempfehlen.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Johannes B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ein friedvolles Fleckchen Erde !
Das wunderschöne Ferienhaus liegt im hinteren Teil des großzügig und idyllisch angelegten Gartens hinter dem Haus der Vermieter. Der liebevoll gepflegte Garten mit den Stauden, den Blumen, den Kräutern, den Mäuerchen und dem „englischen Rasen“ ist eine Augenweide! Das Ferienhaus ist sehr geschmackvoll eingerichtet, in der Küche fehlt nichts, das Bad ist sehr gepflegt und das Schlafzimmer ist sehr romantisch. Hinter dem Haus ist ein privater, sehr gemütlicher Gartenbereich. Danke auch für den bei Anreise gefüllten Kühlschrank! Der fantastische Pool ist sehr groß, angenehm temperiert und sehr sauber. Die gemeinsame Nutzung des Pools mit den Vermietern ist sehr unkompliziert! Das Anwesen liegt in einer ruhigen Gegend. Im etwa 10 km entfernten Poreč kann man gut einkaufen. In der Umgebung finden sich schöne Städtchen und kleine Buchten mit wunderbar blau leuchtendem Meer. Nicky und Phil sind sehr sympathische Vermieter. Das Miteinander ist sehr entspannt, rücksichtsvoll und diskret. Bei Fragen konnten wir die beiden jederzeit ansprechen und erhielten rasch Hilfe und gute Ratschläge. Es ist wunderbar, dass man einerseits in dem Anwesen sehr gut für sich allein sein kann und andererseits das schöne Gefühl hat, dass in der Nähe zwei freundliche Menschen sind, die dort auch sehr gerne leben. Wir haben den Urlaub sehr genossen und uns prächtig erholt! Dies ist ein sehr friedvolles Fleckchen Erde, Nicky und Phil haben dort ein kleines Paradies geschaffen. Wir kommen sehr gerne wieder!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Günther K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Erholung pur
Ruhige Lage und doch zentral. Sehenswürdigkeiten in der Nähe, auch das Meer nur eine kurze Autofahrt entfernt. Die Gastgeber sehr freundlich, konnten auch Tipps zu Essen und Besichtigungen geben. Der Pool ist schön groß und sauber ud bietet an heißen Tagen eine prima Abkühlung. Der Garten wird liebevoll gepflegt. Die 5 Sterne sind gerechtfertigt.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Georg S., 67245 Lambsheim, Deutschland

Liked: Cleanliness
Wohlfühloase
Ein Platz zum Entspannen, Zweisamkeit und Erholen
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katja H., Berlin, Deutschland

Liked: Cleanliness
Little House
Ein sehr schönes und kleines Häuschen in ruhiger Lage, mit allem ausgestattet, was man benötigt. Ein sehr schöner und großer Garten mit Pool, den man gemeinsam mit den Vermietern nutzen kann. Die Vermieter sind sehr freundlich, hilfsbereit und zurückhaltend, so dass man sich eigentlich schon wie zu Hause fühlt. Wir kommen gerne wieder und können dieses Little House uneingeschränkt weiterempfehlen.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

André R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super Urlaub
Es war ein toller Urlaub.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Uwe Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Es war eine wunderschöne Zeit bei Nicky und Phil
Wir sind sehr gestresst angekommen und völlig erholt wieder abgereist. Nicky und Phil haben uns total toll betreut und beraten. Es war eine wunderschöne Zeit am Pool und in der gesamten Anlage. Wir haben erfahren wir rücksichtsvoll Nicky und Phil mit uns umgegangen sind und haben die Zeit sehr genossen. Vielen Dank an euch und wir kommen auf jeden Fall wieder. Sonnige Grüße Isabel und Uwe
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gabriele L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Zum chillen optimal
Alles super abgelaufen
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sabine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Erholsame Tage
Sehr schönes Anwesen mit netten Vermietern und einem sehr schönen Pool.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

michael w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Entspannung pur
Der wundervolle Garten und der große Pool sind genau das Richtige für totale Entspannung, absolute Ruhe und Erholung. Das kleine Haus ist sehr gut ausgestattet. Nicky und Phil sind wunderbare Gastgeber, jederzeit erreichbar und immer hilfsbereit. Wir kommen bestimmt mal wieder zu Besuch.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Frank P., Norddeutschland

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house with a lovely styled big garden and a great pool!!!
We enjoyed the stay in this wonderful lovely house. The house is clean, well equipped and lovely styled. The garden is so wonderful and we enjoyed the big pool. Nicky and Phil are so freindly and we did not disturb each other but could be go in contact everytime when we had a question. The pool and the garden we had nearly for ourselve. In the back of the house we had our private garden where we could have our breakfast and dinner with a BBQ. In the evening we could sit on the porch and enjyo the big garden. The pool we have used at least three times a day. The location in Istria is perfect star point from where we could reach every corner of Istria in a shortest time. Two days we have used to enjoy the garden and the pool, while the other days we went out for sightseeing, walking at the seaside, climbing up a mountain or did a motorboat ride arround Kap Kamenjak. Thank you very much to Nicky and Phil for the wonderful hospitility. We can very much recommend this house!
Stayed 11 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susann Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ein kleines Paradies zum Wohlfühlen
Wir haben uns rundherum wohl gefühlt. Nicky und Phil haben dort ein kleines Paradies geschaffen und uns gern daran teilhaben lassen. Es hat uns an nichts gefehlt. Der Pool ist ein Traum. Das kleine Haus und das Grundstück ebenfalls. In nur 15 Min. ist man in Porec mit vielen Einkaufsmöglichkeiten. Die Lage ist ebenfalls perfekt, um Istrien zu erkunden. Wir danken Nicky und Phil von Herzen für die schöne Zeit, die wir dort verbringen durften und empfehlen das Haus sehr gern weiter.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

VILMA P.

Liked: Cleanliness
VACANZA PERFETTA
RINGRAZIAMO DI CUORE I PROPRIETARI DELLA VILLETTA DA NOI AFFITTATA. GIARDINO E PISCINA MERAVIGLIOSI. CONTATTO CON LA NATURA, SILENZIO E PACE ASSICURATI. SIAMO STATI PROPRIO MOLTO BENE. CONTIAMO DI TORNARE L'ANNO PROSSIMO. GRAZIE
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ein Ferienhaus zum relaxen.
Ein wunderschönes Ferienhaus in einer sehr schönen und gepflegten Gartenanlage mit großem privaten Schwimmbad. Das Ferienhaus ist komplett ausgestattet incl. Klimaanlage im Schlafzimmer. Obwohl die Gastgeber Nicky & Phil selbst auf dem Anwesen im sep. Haus wohnen hatten wir niemals (!) das Gefühl gestört, geschweige beobachtet zu werden. Sie waren sehr hilfsbereit und standen bei offenen Fragen immer zu Verfügung. Ein idealer Ort um abzuschalten und die Seele baumeln zu lassen. Wir hatten uns sehr wohl gefühlt und werden sicher wieder kommen. Peter & Andrea
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marco G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Keine Wünsche offen
Wir sind mit allem sehr zufrieden. Ein ruhiges, wundervolles Plätzchen zum Entspannen und alles notwendige ist in Kürze erreichbar. Nicky und Phil verstehen es, einem seine Privatsphäre zu lassen indem man sie fast gar nicht mitbekommt, sind aber auch da, wenn man Sie benötigt. Danke für die schöne Zeit und die viele Liebe, die in eurem Garten steckt,und was wir mit euch teilen durften. Danke für das kleine Willkommenspaket (Brot, Bier, Butter, Wein, Kaffee, Milch, Saft... usw) Wir empfehlen euch sehr gerne weiter.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021