This is a nice conversion in a rural location but not too far from Rovinj and from the beachfront areas outside of Rovinj (walkable in 30 minutes or drivable in 5). Very nice outdoor area and small pool, reasonably comfortable interior. A mix of old decor / furnishing and modern but providing all that is required for a self-catering break away in the peaceful countryside. Gordan, the 'next-door' manager was very helpful in spite of language barriers (but not intrusive) - though we needed to call him on the phone when we arrived as he did not appear to have received our messages en-route but he came immediately to welcome us.
He also immediately organised to replace the TV which was not working -(likely taken out by electrical storm the previous week). There were things that could have been better done (generally small things, batteries for clocks, gas lighter empty, light bulbs out, fridge makes a lot of odd noises! and there were a lot of flies (but there are at home in Italy at present - it seems to be the season of flies). The nearby pigs and donkeys only added to the occasion and were not at all a problem for us or our two dogs, who were entirely at home within 12 hours - having a functional and secure outdoor space for them was brilliant. Overall, we had a very nice week of peace and quiet. if you want to be in the bustle of Rovinj or within walking distance, then this would not be for you, but if you have a car or like a good walk, it is ideal. Air-con a plus!
4 / 10
Very Disappointing stay and not to be recommended.
Very Disappointing stay and not to be recommended.
We were very disappointed in lots of ways by this rental. The owner spoke no English which is not what we were told when renting the property. This made it very difficult to address any of the problems. For example, we had agreed online the day before that we could check in a little early as my wife was unwell, but on arrival we were sent away for 2 hours as the villa wasn’t ready.
There were a LOT of issues with the property. The villa is only the small ‘pool-house‘ you see in the pictures. The larger main building overlooking is part of the Donkey Sanctuary that surrounds the villa. The building is quite new but the quality is poor. Doors don’t open properly and there are ‘gaps’ around things. The fire is held in place with a bit of 4x2 wedged in.
There was only one socket in the kitchen area which is used for extractor fan, kettle, coffee machine, grille, and microwave. The tableware provided was very basic and some broken items were still in the cupboards. The old mini-stereo only played FM radio.
We were only given 2 hand towels and 3 medium towels for both the pool and indoor use. There was no bathroom mat so the tiled floor was slippery when wet. We only had two pillow cases so had to use a second pillow without a case. There was a very large mirror behind the wardrobe which was badly smashed when we pulled it out.
The second bedroom was extremely small and cluttered with furniture, including a random unwanted cot which almost filled the only open space. The lounge furniture filled the room and was not very comfortable. The Smart TV and AC did work well.
Now to the worst part. As soon as you stepped outside you were hit by the smell of horses/donkeys which surround you on all sides. In fact, when we arrived there was fresh dung just the other side of the fence, about 6 feet away from the pool. Then you noticed the flies which that plagued you ALL THE TIME. We never once tried to eat outside as they were very annoying even just sitting around the pool. In the late afternoon they were terrible and would descend on you within a second if you got in the pool. The sun loungers where cheap and cracked in multiple places. One gave way and broke in half as I sat on it. You can only sit on them, so you can’t lay face down unless its on the stone paving.
There was no outside shower or grill/BBQ as mentioned in the advert. A cloths drier had many broken rods with lots of rusty screws.
This villa was not worth the price we paid.
10 / 10
Sunny Week in June
Sunny Week in June
A great little villa, perfect for the two of us. Very private with a cute little pool. Rovinj was a short drive away and there were lots of restaurants nearby. A brilliant relaxing week away.
10 / 10
Schönes Haus
Schönes Haus
Sehr schönes Haus mit einem wunderbaren Pool und schöner Terrasse. Ruhige Lage. Zum Strand oder zum Einkaufen muss man aber das Auto nutzen.
Beautiful house with a wonderful pool and terrace. Quiet location. Everything you need is provided. Great for families and pets. Highly recommended for a peaceful vacation.
From real guest reviews summarized by AI
8 / 10Excellent·Jul 2024
This is a nice conversion in a rural location but not too far from Rovinj and from the beachfront areas outside of Rovinj (walkable in 30 minutes or drivable in 5). Very nice outdoor area and small pool, reasonably comfortable interior. A mix of old decor / furnishing and modern but providing all that is required for a self-catering break away in the peaceful countryside. Gordan, the 'next-door' manager was very helpful in spite of language barriers (but not intrusive) - though we needed to call him on the phone when we arrived as he did not appear to have received our messages en-route but he came immediately to welcome us.
He also immediately organised to replace the TV which was not working -(likely taken out by electrical storm the previous week). There were things that could have been better done (generally small things, batteries for clocks, gas lighter empty, light bulbs out, fridge makes a lot of odd noises! and there were a lot of flies (but there are at home in Italy at present - it seems to be the season of flies). The nearby pigs and donkeys only added to the occasion and were not at all a problem for us or our two dogs, who were entirely at home within 12 hours - having a functional and secure outdoor space for them was brilliant. Overall, we had a very nice week of peace and quiet. if you want to be in the bustle of Rovinj or within walking distance, then this would not be for you, but if you have a car or like a good walk, it is ideal. Air-con a plus!
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2022
Sehr schönes Haus mit einem wunderbaren Pool und schöner Terrasse. Ruhige Lage. Zum Strand oder zum Einkaufen muss man aber das Auto nutzen.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2022
Super ruhige Lage und tolle Umgebung.
Extrem tolles Grundstück für den Hund , der überall frei laufen konnte.
Im Haus selber ist alles was man braucht.
Sollten wir nochmal nach Kroatien kommen , dann wieder in dieses Haus.
Beste Grüße alex
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2022
Das Haus war super und entsprach den Angaben auf der Homepage.
Unser Zwergdackel - und natürlich wir auch - haben uns super wohlgefühlt, er hat auch Freundschaft mit den zahlreichen Eseln geschlossen und mit ihnen geschmust.
Der Vermieter Gordan war sehr hilfsbereit und freundlich.
Das Haus ist wunderschön und lädt zum Wiederkommen ein, was wir bestimmt tun werden.
Leider war es für September schon ausgebucht, sonst wären wir heuer nochmal gekommen.
One of the most beautiful beaches in Istria - Cisterna beach is only 2.5 km away from the house. The beautiful Villa Monkodonja is located in a sunny area, immersed in the entchanting sea air, surrounded only with mediterannean nature, quiet and peaceful.
The completely fenced garden has a large pool, sunbeds, and a terrace with a large dining table and grill. The modern, fully equipped interior is completely air-conditioned. There are two bedrooms - a master bedroom with a large, comfortable king size bed, and a bedroom with a bunk bed. The living room sofa can be used for sleeping which makes the capacity of the house 4 + 2.
Free WLAN is ensured, and there are plenty of secure parking places.
Amenities
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly
FAQs
Is parking included with this villa?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Beach within a few minutes, 2 bedrooms, private pool, completely fenced. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this villa?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this villa. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Beach within a few minutes, 2 bedrooms, private pool, completely fenced pet friendly?
Yes! This villa is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Beach within a few minutes, 2 bedrooms, private pool, completely fenced?
We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, pets allowed, and family friendly.
Beach within a few minutes, 2 bedrooms, private pool, completely fenced
Top rated by guests
9.4Outstanding
(39 Ratings)
Beautiful house with a wonderful pool and terrace. Quiet location. Everything you need is provided. Great for families and pets. Highly recommended for a peaceful vacation.
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area
About this villa rental
One of the most beautiful beaches in Istria - Cisterna beach is only 2.5 km away from the house. The beautiful Villa Monkodonja is located in a sunny area, immersed in the entchanting sea air, surrounded only with mediterannean nature, quiet and peaceful.
The completely fenced garden has a large pool, sunbeds, and a terrace with a large dining table and grill. The modern, fully equipped interior is completely air-conditioned. There are two bedrooms - a master bedroom with a large, comfortable king size bed, and a bedroom with a bunk bed. The living room sofa can be used for sleeping which makes the capacity of the house 4 + 2.
Free WLAN is ensured, and there are plenty of secure parking places.
Beautiful house with a wonderful pool and terrace. Quiet location. Everything you need is provided. Great for families and pets. Highly recommended for a peaceful vacation.
From real guest reviews summarized by AI
8 / 10Excellent·Jul 2024
This is a nice conversion in a rural location but not too far from Rovinj and from the beachfront areas outside of Rovinj (walkable in 30 minutes or drivable in 5). Very nice outdoor area and small pool, reasonably comfortable interior. A mix of old decor / furnishing and modern but providing all that is required for a self-catering break away in the peaceful countryside. Gordan, the 'next-door' manager was very helpful in spite of language barriers (but not intrusive) - though we needed to call him on the phone when we arrived as he did not appear to have received our messages en-route but he came immediately to welcome us.
He also immediately organised to replace the TV which was not working -(likely taken out by electrical storm the previous week). There were things that could have been better done (generally small things, batteries for clocks, gas lighter empty, light bulbs out, fridge makes a lot of odd noises! and there were a lot of flies (but there are at home in Italy at present - it seems to be the season of flies). The nearby pigs and donkeys only added to the occasion and were not at all a problem for us or our two dogs, who were entirely at home within 12 hours - having a functional and secure outdoor space for them was brilliant. Overall, we had a very nice week of peace and quiet. if you want to be in the bustle of Rovinj or within walking distance, then this would not be for you, but if you have a car or like a good walk, it is ideal. Air-con a plus!
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2022
Sehr schönes Haus mit einem wunderbaren Pool und schöner Terrasse. Ruhige Lage. Zum Strand oder zum Einkaufen muss man aber das Auto nutzen.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2022
Super ruhige Lage und tolle Umgebung.
Extrem tolles Grundstück für den Hund , der überall frei laufen konnte.
Im Haus selber ist alles was man braucht.
Sollten wir nochmal nach Kroatien kommen , dann wieder in dieses Haus.
Beste Grüße alex
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2022
Das Haus war super und entsprach den Angaben auf der Homepage.
Unser Zwergdackel - und natürlich wir auch - haben uns super wohlgefühlt, er hat auch Freundschaft mit den zahlreichen Eseln geschlossen und mit ihnen geschmust.
Der Vermieter Gordan war sehr hilfsbereit und freundlich.
Das Haus ist wunderschön und lädt zum Wiederkommen ein, was wir bestimmt tun werden.
Leider war es für September schon ausgebucht, sonst wären wir heuer nochmal gekommen.
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Top rated by guests
9.4Outstanding
(39 Ratings)
Beautiful house with a wonderful pool and terrace. Quiet location. Everything you need is provided. Great for families and pets. Highly recommended for a peaceful vacation.
One of the most beautiful beaches in Istria - Cisterna beach is only 2.5 km away from the house. The beautiful Villa Monkodonja is located in a sunny area, immersed in the entchanting sea air, surrounded only with mediterannean nature, quiet and peaceful.
The completely fenced garden has a large pool, sunbeds, and a terrace with a large dining table and grill. The modern, fully equipped interior is completely air-conditioned. There are two bedrooms - a master bedroom with a large, comfortable king size bed, and a bedroom with a bunk bed. The living room sofa can be used for sleeping which makes the capacity of the house 4 + 2.
Free WLAN is ensured, and there are plenty of secure parking places.
Amenities
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly
FAQs
Is parking included with this villa?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Beach within a few minutes, 2 bedrooms, private pool, completely fenced. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this villa?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this villa. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Beach within a few minutes, 2 bedrooms, private pool, completely fenced pet friendly?
Yes! This villa is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Beach within a few minutes, 2 bedrooms, private pool, completely fenced?
We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, pets allowed, and family friendly.
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