Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children Not suitable for elderly or infirm No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Situated in a 520 year old Venetian Gothic house in a prime position on the main square of a medieval town, Benussi is surprisingly quiet - (though you may be woken by the resonate church bells!). Very spacious rooms with great views from all 10 windows. Vodnjan is an unspoilt gem with the restaurant Taverna Vodnjanka described as Istria's best kept culinary secret. Beaches and pine shaded coves are only 10 minutes away. Ideal for family hols with plenty to do and see in the surrounding area.
Our apartment is outlined in light blue
20 minute bike ride to the coast
The large, bright bedroom
The bedroom in the loft sleeps 3
To see more photos please visit http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/48994
The Istria region
The west coast of Istria gets an average of 2400 hours of sunshine a year. The locals tend to predict the weather by instant calculations of the season and wind directions: bora, levanat, tramontana, sirocco, maestral, burin, lebic, nevera, yugo). Less nuanced observation would conclude that the weather is, well, Mediterranean.
Istria exhibits diverse geography. The mountainous landscapes of north and east give way to a hilly and verdant interior before embracing the sea in tongues of red earth and rocky, pine-covered headlands. There are precipitous gorges, underground rivers, forested ridges, olive groves, and scores of coves, inlets and islands.
The ebb and flow of cultural influence through this once strategic gateway have left a fascinating record of human adaptation - Roman fortresses, early Christian churches, hill-top bastions, Venetian trading ports, baroque palaces, grand hotels, and, well, nudist camps.
Vodnjan area
The apartment is in a much photographed Venetian Gothic house in prime position on the main square of the medieval town of Vodjnan in Istria, 20 minutes bike ride from the beach. Vodnjan is 20 minutes from Pula airport (Ryanair), 2 hours from Rijeka airport and Trieste airport. It is also 20 minutes from Rovinj and 5 minutes from the ferry to Brijuni Islands.
The local area is excellent for biking, exploring, walking and rock climbing. Nearby Pula has a large Roman amphitheatre, a busy harbour as well as museums, shops and many cultural and sporting activities. Frequent bus service.
How to get there
Ryanair flies to Pula (20 minutes by taxi from the airport.) Ryanair also flies to Trieste (2.5 hours); Easyjet flies to Rijeka from Bristol and Luton (2.5 hours- hire car). Budget hire car or contact us for a good value, reliable Croatian car hire. See also: www.flightmapping.com/Europe/Croatia/Pula/ for flights to Pula from Dublin, Edinburgh, Glasgow and Manchester.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Pula: 15 km
Railway:
Trieste: 100 km
Ferry:
Pula: 12 km
Activities near Vodnjan
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Beach or lakeside relaxation Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
Log fire, Internet access, DVD player, Sea view
General:
Central heating, Air conditioning, Satellite TV, Wi-fi available
Single beds (1), Double beds (2), Cots (1), Dining seating for 5, Lounge seating for 5, Sleeps maximum of 5
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Further details indoors: There are board games and plenty of books to read (in English), and amplifer and speakers for your iPod.
Further details outdoors: Access to the roof terrace is not suitable for the infirm or for very young children. It is equipped with a table and chairs. The view over the roof tops of Vodnjan to the Brijuni islands off the coast is lovely.
You can often park your car right outside the door. If not, there is parking in the square a couple of minutes from the apartment.
Further details
* English-speaking representative will meet you and take you to the apartment and will answer any questions. * Strictly no smoking.
Conditions
* 30% of rental fee due to secure booking. * We only accept a minimum of a week's booking. * Saturday to Saturday booking preferred but not a requirement. * Refundable breakages deposit of £100 required with the final payment, to be refunded within two weeks of your departure (subject to satisfactory property inspection). * Balance due 30 days before arrival.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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September
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360£360
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300£300
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November, December
1 Nov 08
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230£230
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23 Dec 08
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350£350
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Jan, Feb
5 Jan 09
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280£280
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March, April
1 Mar 09
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430£430
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430£430
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540£540
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420£420
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
Tourist tax is not included. It is payable at the tourist office in the square and is about £5 per person for a week. (less in the spring and autumn)
Guestbook
"What an absolutely lovely apartment in a fabulous position. Human nature at large from your own window! We have enjoyed Vodnjan and the surrounding area immensely." Mr and Mrs C, Bishop Stortford.
"Congratulations to Paul and Tessa for this apartment! It's perfectly done, very easy to relax in after days in the hot sun on the beach. Vodnjan is truly beautiful, the old buildings, cobbled streets, full of culture." Mr and Mrs B and their 4 children, Hastings.
"We had a fantastic time here in Casa Benussi. The apartment was great and lived up to every expectation. We would love to come again and will recommend it to all our friends." A,D, N and N from Aberdeen (4 friends).
Availability
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Contact owner
To contact this owner please visit: http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/48994
Contact details for home 48994
Please mention Holiday Lettings
Name:
Tessa Clowney
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Advertiser joined: 23 Jan 2008 This property added: 31 Mar 2008
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