No pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
This historic house is over a century old and was totally renovated just a few years ago. This part of Slovenia is located on the borders of Italy and Austria and provides an excellent oportunity to visit all three countries. Apartment 1 has three double bedrooms over two floors. It sleeps six in proper beds.
The ground floor has two twin bedded rooms, both of which are an excellent size. One has cable T.V. On the first floor is a large lounge/diner with a kitchen and breakfast bar. The lounge/diner has a dining table for six in a separate seating area. It has cable T.V. and a DVD/CD player. This floor also has a double bedroom together with a bathroom and an additional separate w.c. The lounge has a balcony with stunning views of the Alps. The World Championship downhill ski run is literally two minutes walk away. There is also a sauna with shower room on the ground floor. Outside is a large patio area with a table, chairs and umbrella provided. There is also plenty of additional space for off road car parking. Podkoren has recently been voted the prettiest and best kept village in Slovenia. It has a couple of bars and an excellent restaurant just 2 minutes walk away. The nearby resort town of Kranjska Gora is within easy walking distance. It offers an additional range of bars, restaurants and shops including two supermarkets a bank and Post Office. Walking tours and day excursions are readily available and everything from skis to mountain bikes can easily be hired to make the most of your holiday. In the summer the mountain lakes provide wonderful swimming.
Lounge area
Double bedroom
Dining area
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The Gorenjska region
Podkoren has two distinct holiday seasons.
In winter it is a ski resort and home to the World Championship downhill slalom, as featured on Channel 4.
In summer it offers a multitude of outdoor activities.
This apartment faces directly towards the World Championship ski runs which are literally just two minutes walk away. These link into the ski runs in neighbouring Kranjska Gora offering plenty of variety for all abilities. Skiing lessons are available at the adjacent, far gentler, slopes.
Neighbouring Kranjska Gora is a traditional yet modern resort and is excellent for those who want to learn skiing or to develop their skills. It also has a dedicated toboggan run. Skiing lessons and equipment rental in Slovenia are considerably cheaper than in neighbouring countries.
In the summer months Podkoren offers walking, hiking, mountain climbing, horse riding and mountain biking. A new mountain biking couse has just been completed and is very popular. It's rivers and valleys are also home to many adventurous water sports. Golf is available locally and at nearby Bled. For those who just want to relax it provides peace and quiet in a country the size of Wales but with just two million inhabitants.
Kranjska Gora / Podkoren area
For day trips, the capital city, Ljubljana, is just over an hour away and is an absolute must to visit. It is still an undiscovered gem with its elegant old town, castle and riverside cafes.
Nearby Lake Bled is extremely pretty with the countries only island and fairytale castle. Slovenia is also home to the famous Lipizzaner horses and the Skocjan caves, a Unesco World Heritage Site. A day trip to Venice is also option with boats crossing from the coastal region at Piran.
How to get there
Access from the U.K. could not be easier. Daily flights take you to Slovenia's main airport at Ljubljana, a 40 minute drive away, or to Marco Polo airport in Venice, just two hours away. Return flights start from under £50 with Easyjet.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Ljubljana: 80 km
Activities near Kranjska Gora
Sports: Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive
Great for: Walking holidays A winter sun break Cycling holidays
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