About this property
Are you seeking a heavenly Croatian escape? Looking for something sleek, stylish and sophisticated? Villa Annika is a splendid five-star behemoth and new build, finalised in 2021 in the Istrian region of Croatia.
Situated close to the seaside, the villa is able to occupy eight and requires a minimum stay of seven days. You’re in close proximity to the airport and also a nearby golf playground, making this a convenient villa for those who are seeking comfort, leisure and cosiness nearby.
This property is an architectural marvel with its striking square design. It’s also designed to utilise the light ensuring a spacious, airy feel. You can enjoy the heated pool private to the property and stroll the spacious gardens.
Your villa is in Liznjan, close to the town of Pula and is only 500 metres from the closest beaches, and Croatian beaches certainly are something to crow about. Pula itself is a seafront city renowned for its harbour, clear coastal waters, gorgeous beaches and Roman ruins and offers many wonderful opportunities for exploration and adventure as well as delicious dinners and tasty cocktails.
Sprawling two floors, the ground floor and first floor, your villa provides you with four bedrooms complete with en suite bathrooms, a guest toilet, a mono-volume living area complete with a large and fully-equipped kitchen should you wish to prepare and enjoy your own meals, and a part living and lounge area. Suitable for families or a group of friends, this property is perfect for those seeking that unique concept of peace and decadence, so elusive and rare to capture, but utterly unforgettable once you do.
You can enjoy al fresco dining in the beautiful outdoors, lounge around the pool with a glass of champagne or a captivating novel or fire up the barbeque before or after an indulgent swim. There are a number of communal spaces, but the feeling of serenity is never lost. Boasting blue and green, your property captures the boundless blue of the sky, sea and the surrounding greenery. The villa promotes a feeling of openness and tranquillity, ideal for melting away any lingering stress.
The property comes with all the mod-cons you could need, such as a kettle, microwave, fridge, freezer, filter coffee machine, oven, air conditioning, TV and satellite, washing machine, hairdryers, parking and space for bicycles, and even a few unexpected surprises such as table tennis. Should you so wish, you’ll not even have to leave your villa.
Villa Annika is located in Liznjan, close to the town of Pula. It is the largest city in Istria County, Croatia, and is located at the southern tip of the Istrian peninsula. It’s hard to do justice to Pula, a place of many blessings. Not only will you enjoy the sublime natural beauty of Croatia, which includes its lovely beaches and gorgeous waters, but you’ll find much of historical and cultural interest here too.
The area is known for its ancient Roman architecture – most notably is the Pula Arena, a preserved Roman amphitheatre – during the summer months, festivals are held here so you may wish to attend. You may question whether you’re in Croatia or Italy, although of course the two countries share much in common.
Pula is renowned for its long-standing traditions. Here, shipbuilding, fishing and wine making are staples, as is tourism, and once you visit, you’ll see why. The area is blessed with a mild climate and a gentle sea, making it a family friendly location.
If you’ve come for the sights, the many Roman buildings will transport you back to a distant time. Some key points of interest include the 1st-century AD triumphal arch, the Arch of the Sergii and the Temple of Augustus. You may also wish to see the Twin Gates – one of the few to survive after the city walls were pulled down. You can still see remnants of the old city walls. There’s also the Gate of Hercules which dates from the 1st century.
The city holds an old quarter which is distinctly European for visitors who may have come from further afield – here you’ll find enchanting narrow streets and pretty Medieval and Renaissance buildings.
There are a tremendous number of churches to explore as well as museums, most notably the Archaeological Museum of Istria. You can also take a trip to the Aquarium Pula, which is in fact the largest aquarium in the whole of Croatia, and is rather unusually housed in a fortress, Verudela. The surrounding areas contain fortresses, hill fort settlements and awe-inspiring beauty.
Pula calls a high volume of tourists for a great number of reasons, but it also hosts the nearby Brioni Island, otherwise known as Brijuni national park. For those who enjoy exploring the world beneath the waves, there are many opportunities to dive and fish, and you can partake in a number of wreck dives and explore World War I warships, as well as Roman galleys. The more adrenaline-fuelled may enjoy cliff diving and sailing – there are vast numbers of islands and unspoiled coves to enjoy.
Something else notable about the area? You may be able to track the footprints of dinosaurs on the seashore.
As for Liznjan itself, it’s a small but perfectly formed village with surprisingly high biodiversity. Notably, the church Crkva Majke Božje od Kuj, has a glass floor with a wonderful painting beneath.
If you wish to step back and try something else, there are a number of restaurants, taverns, dolphin excursions, the popular Benazic winery, historic castles and a striking series of tunnels and galleries initially serving as shelters in war.
Accommodation
The Villa
Villa Annika is a modern and luxurous property for up to eight guests. The villa is situated in Liznjan, near the town of Pula, the beach and local amenities.
Ground Floor
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Open plan living and dining area with access to pool terrace
- Double bedroom with en-suite shower room and access to pool terrace*
- Toilet
First Floor
- Three double bedroms with en-suite shower room and access to balcony*
Exterior Grounds
- Heated swimming pool surrounded by sunloungers
- Large garden
- Covered outdoor dining area
- Gas barbecue
- Parking
Additional Facilities
- Air conditioning
- Wifi
- Satellite TV
- Hairdryer
- Coffee machine
- Laundry facilites
- Table tennis
- Bikes x 5
- Extra bed (for children up to 16yrs)
*Bedrooms can also be set ups as twins (200x200) on request.