5 Bedroom Istrian Villa Estate with Large Pool and Gardens near Barban, Sleeps 12

Holiday Highlights ~ Larger than average pool in mature garden setting~ Fabulous entertainment zone - ideal for large groups~ Pets welcome!

A rare find in Istria is this notable 4000m2 country estate with large mature gardens and an impressive pool / entertainment area located in the village of Saini near Barban. The property is ideal for a large group or a number of families/friends looking for a relaxing holiday located within easy access of Istria’s highlights and hot spots.

Presented to a very high standard, this Istrian villa estate consists of 2 separate Stone houses (Nos.1 and 2) connected by a central courtyard which sits within the estate. Guests approach the villa via a country lane into the village of Saini where a short drive to the main entrance gates opens into a gravel courtyard with parking for up to 5 cars, a table tennis is also located here. To one side of the courtyard sits a raised ivy clad patio with stone bench seating encircling a (locked) well. Both villas are decorated throughout in a country style with exposed stone walls, beamed ceilings and features choice pieces of antique furniture.

Stone House No.1 consists of a main building decorated with a trailing rose plant + a studio apartment which can sleep up to 7 persons. This building is laid out as follows:

Ground floor: Open plan country kitchen/diner/lounge featuring an Istrian fireplace
First floor:  Double bedroom with 4 poster bed, a triple room with ornamental balcony and  3 single beds one of which would be suitable for a child under 12, this bedroom also features an en-suite shower room. There is also a family bathroom on this level.

Annexed to stone house number 1 is a studio apartment with its’ own entrance consisting of a double bedroom with en-suite shower room and large picture patio windows overlooking the courtyard. Between Studio House No.1 and the Studio is a laundry room.

Stone House No.2 is located across the courtyard from House No.1 and is arranged as follows:

Ground floor: Accessed via a covered terrace opening into an entrance hall with separate sitting room featuring a traditional Istrian fireplace, and some choice early Bauhaus furniture. Opposite the sitting room is a large country kitchen with dining table for 6 persons with the possibility to add 4 extra chairs. There is also a guest cloakroom with WC on this level.

First floor: Double bedroom suite with 4 poster bed, a triple bedroom and a family bathroom.

Pool and Garden

The pool and garden are accessed either via Stone House No.2 through a ground floor door located in the hallway or from a side gate situated near the entrance gate. This extensive outside area is broken into a variety of entertainment section interspersed with shrubbery and trees including a number of striking cypress trees. Guests can enjoy a game of table tennis, a children’s playground to keep the little ones occupied and a wonderfully spacious pool area with a larger than average pool featuring double Roman stairs entry and massage corner (additional charge for the massage corner- see separate charges box below). Next to the pool is a shower room/toilet , a covered outdoor eating patio, fully equipped blue summer kitchen including dishwasher and a smart lighting system for moving into the evening, perfect for your own private pool party. 

Car Hire is recommended when staying at this villa which is within easy reach of Pula airport. Nearby activities include horse riding at  Barbatone horse-riding centre as well as The Glavani Adventure Park, popular with adrenalin and adventure junkies. The town of Labin, the seaside resort of Rabac and city of Pula with its’ Roman Amphitheatre are all within 30 minutes drive from the villa. Nearby unspoilt beaches such as Blaz, Krnica and Rakalj are also easily reachable by car. Other areas of interest include the Brijuni islands and the popular seaside towns of Porec, Rovinj and Vrsar. Further afield the Medieval hilltop towns of Motovun and Groznjan and a day trip to Venice are all recommended excursions from this region. Bike rental and catering are available on request, please speak with one of our staff for further details. For additional information on Istria please visit our Country Guide. 

Yoga, weddings and special occasions are available at the villa.  There are also many cycling and hiking trails within the region.  Please click on the Additional Services tab for more details.