Sorry - no pets allowed Not suitable for children under 5 Not suitable for elderly or infirm No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
The cottage is located on the most idyllic of the Elafiti Islands off the coast of Dubrovnik. The cottage is situated at the quieter end of the island at the end of the riviera on a sandy beach with views towards the main part of the island, the mainland and the other islands of Ruda, Sipan and Mljet. The island is quiet and peaceful with no cars so is really perfect for those wanting to get away from noise and pollution.
The island of Lopud is famous for the beach Sunj, said to be one of the most beautiful rare sandy beaches on the Adriatic coast. The island has a good variety of restaurants and cafes, a post office, a selection of watersports, a trekking route through the island, beach bars and two shops also located along the riviera. All these amenities are a short distance away from the island as the island is small and a 10 - 15 minute walk will get you from one end of the riviera to the other. The island is also famous for its' large number of ancient churches and chapels.
The cottage benefits from having an ideal location at the quieter end of the riviera on the sandy beach. There is a table and chairs in front of the house for when you're feeling sociable and in the mood to greet passers by next to the beach with stunning views across the bay and a secluded terrace at the back with outdoor kitchen, large dining table, mood lighting and grapevines providing a more romantic and private setting.
View from the front of the house
View of the island of Mljet from the riviera in front of the house
View from the front of the house with dining table
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The Dubrovnik Riviera/Islands region
The picturesque Elafiti Islands are located off the Dubrovnik Riviera and consist of 13 islands, islets and rocks, three of which are inhabited - Lopud, Kolocep and Sipan. These Mediterranean islands have a lush subtropical vegetation,a mild climate and used to be the favourite out-of-town residence and place of leisure of the Dubrovnik aristocracy.
The Elafiti Islands are easily accessible from Dubrovnik with regular boat services and indeed if you choose to stay on the island of Lopud I would recommend daily excursions to the other main islands - Sipan and Kolocep as the boat service regularly travels between them.
The Elafiti Islands feel as though they are completely isolated, as though you are in a completely different world and nothing can be more relaxing than forgetting where you are. However, for those who still feel they need some activities apart from sports, walking and fishing Dubrovnik is a short boat ride away. There are regular boat services to and from Dubrovnik and the travelling time is around 40 minutes.
Dubrovnik is the ideal place for those who are interested in the large number of museums and galleries as well as restaurants, shops and the infamous nightlife. But what makes Dubrovnik so famous it the legendary Old Town - beautiful almost beyond belief. Here you can either soak up the culture, do a spot of shopping, relax in the vast number of cocktail bars or most likely bump into some world famous celebrities as Dubrovnik has become increasingly popular among the jet-set. During the summer do not miss out on the drama festival Dubrovacke Ljetne Igre and the film and music festivals as well as the regular fashion shows.
Island Lopud area
Lopud is the most beautiful and well-preserved of the inhabited Elafiti Islands and is situated between Kolocep and Sipan. It covers an area of 4.63km2 and its highest point is 216m. There are two bays - Lopud Bay in the northwest where the riviera and settlement of Lopud are located and Sunj bay in the southeast with the stunning sandy beach cocktail bars.
The island has fresh water springs and rich subtropical vegetation and because of its perfect beaches is a favourite spot for tourists. The island has an abundance of churches and chapels as well as the remains of a pre-Romanesque chapel with frescoes and braided ornamentation, Holy Trinity dating from the 16th century. The Franciscan church and monastery St. Mary of Spilica were founded in 1483 and inside the church there are painting by the Italian masters Pietro di Giovanni, Girolamo di Santacroce and Nikola Bozidarevic.
There are no cars on the island and most locals choose to get around by bicycle. When you arrive by boat (along with the daily newspapers and fresh bread!) you will find bicycles to rent in the port by the hour or by the day. The small stone tourist office, kiosk and post office are all located in the port and the locals are all very friendly. Make your way along the riviera and you will find many cafes, restaurants as well as the two main shops. As you go further along the riviera which stretches from the port around the bay to the Hotel Lafodia there are less cafes and the area gets quieter as you approach the cottage. A few hundred metres before the cottage there is a bar on the beach serving drinks all day and evening with a very relaxed atmosphere. There is also a botanical park on the island.
For those wanting to use there energy there is a trekking route that goes around the island and gives you a real taste of the size, beauty and exact location of the island. There are tennis courts on the island and a football pitch used by the locals who don't mind tourist joining in. There are watersports including kayaking and pedaloos.
The two main hotels often have various activities as well as live music evenings where locals and others are welcome to join in. There are often festivals, summer music evenings, choirs and concerts but the dates vary from year to year so it's best to ask at the main tourist office in the port on arrival.
Most attractive and unique about the island though is that there are no large apartment blocks, modern buildings and holiday resorts. The island is a fishing village which has been preserved and is made up almost entirely of old stone houses and cottages.
How to get there
REGULAR FLIGHTS FROM THE UK TO DUBROVNIK WITH THE FOLLOWING AIRLINES: BRITISH AIRWAYS, CROATIA AIRLINES AND THOMSON FLY.
THERE IS A REGULAR BUS SERVICE FROM THE AIRPORT TO THE PORT OF GRUZ IN DUBROVNIK.
THERE IS A REGULAR BOAT SERVICE FROM THE MAIN PORT (GRUZ) IN DUBROVNIK TO THE ISLAND OF LOPUD. THE 'POSTIRA' BOAT SERVICE RUNS AROUND 5 TIMES A DAY AND THE 'NOVA' BOAT SERVICE RUNS ABOUT 5 TIMES A DAY.
THERE ARE NO CARS ON THE ISLAND OF LOPUD SO THERE IS NO FERRY SERVICE.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
DUBROVNIK
Railway:
SPLIT
Ferry:
DUBROVNIK - PORT OF GRUZ
Activities near Island Lopud
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation Good nightlife
Facilities
Luxuries:
Sea view
General:
CD player
Standard:
Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer
Utilities:
Cooker, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine
Rooms:
Bedrooms (2), Shower rooms (1)
Furniture:
Single beds (2), Double beds (1), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6, Sleeps maximum of 4
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, BBQ
Further details indoors: The cottage is a very old stone cottage on two floors. The ground floor accommodation is made up of an open plan sitting room and kitchen with the main set of double doors leading out to the front of the house and the sea. On the mid-level is the bathroom and on the first floor are the two double bedrooms with original stone walls, wooden beams and antique furniture. There is plenty of wardrobe space in the hallway. Double doors then lead from the hallway to the private terrace at the back.
We have not provided a television/dvd player etc. as we believe that this cottage and the island itself is for those who are really seeking to get away from it all and enjoy the surroundings. Believe me television will be the last thing on your mind when visiting Lopud!
Further details outdoors: The secluded terrace at the back is large and is covered in grapevines. There is a main light as well as mood lighting and a huge wooden table for dining. There is an outdoor kitchen at the back of the terrace for barbecues as well as an outdoor fridge and sink. There are a variety of plants and palm trees which make the terrace very romantic and secluded. Please feel free to pick the grapes and enjoy!!!
Conditions
- Sorry but no pets - No smoking is permitted except for outside - Refundable breakages deposit of £50 required on arrival, to be refunded within two weeks of your departure (subject to satisfactory property inspection). - 40% of the total rental fee is required for the initial booking and the remaining balance should be paid no later than 3 months before the start date of the booking. - Croatian tourist tax must be paid to the tourist office within 24 hours of arriving on Lopud.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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1st October - 1st November
31 Oct 07
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550£550
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700£700
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900£900
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900£900
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1000£1,000
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1st September - 1st Nov
6 Sep 09
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800£800
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
A DEPOSIT OF 40% OF TOTAL BOOKING FEE SHOULD BE PAID AS SOON AS POSSIBLE IN ORDER TO SECURE THE BOOKING. THE REMAINING SUM SHOULD BE PAID NO LATER THAN 3 MONTHS BEFORE THE START DATE OF THE BOOKING.
METHODS OF PAYMENT CAN BE ARRANGED BY EMAIL.
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Contact details for home 27272
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Name:
Mirjana Cok
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Advertiser joined: 8 May 2007 This property added: 8 May 2007
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