House in Postira, Island of Brac, Croatia

Illyria - a beautiful fisherman's cottage just 3 meters from sea

Illyria - a beautiful fisherman's cottage just 3 meters from sea

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Sea, sea everywhere!
A view of Illyria from the sea
View of house with new picture window
Terrace and BBQ
Terrace photographed in October

Overview of Illyria - a beautiful fisherman's cottage just 3 meters from sea

9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61292 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Postira, Island of Brac, Croatia
  • Popular LocationChurch of the Blessed Virgin Mary4 min drive
  • Popular LocationBrač Island Museum10 min drive
  • Popular LocationSupetar Beach21 min drive
  • AirportBrac Island (BWK)50 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Illyria - a beautiful fisherman's cottage just 3 meters from sea


Illyria is a very old Dalmation fisherman's cottage which has been restored sympathetically to retain the authenticity of the property. The property is set over 3 floors with 2 of the three bedrooms enjoying breathtaking and uninterrupted views across the Adriatic Sea. The property comes with 2 bathrooms both equipped with power showers. Illyria is fully air conditioned throughout and satellite TV is available.
The property has a large terrace with BBQ - you can fish from the terrace and then pop your catch right on your own fire. There is a mooring post, situated in front of the property making it suitable for those with a boat or small yacht. Illyria is within a short walk of the local amenities including the many fine restaurants and pubs of Postira and the immediate vicinity. Guests may use the gym, spa (incl. manicurist) and sauna/solarium/internet facilities of a nearby hotel for a small charge.
The island of Brac is only a 45 min ferry journey from Split which is directly served by an international airport. In the summer months, ferry departures from Split are very frequent i.e. every hour approx. Flights to Zadar (one and half hours drive from Split) and Dubrovnik (3 hours drive from Split) would also be suitable as would flights to Bol on the island of Brac..
Illyria was recently featured in the U.K. Channel 4 programme "Homes by the Med" - https://vimeo.com/205875693, enter code "med13" scroll to 12m35s and enjoy the coverage.

We are associated with an excellent local tour operator, Gecko tours, based in Split and offering day tours and activities for all interest groups across Dalmatia. Gecko tours are also able to arrange a private pick up from Split airport (or Zadar airport) and drop off at the port-side at Split - they can also pre-buy your ferry tickets to save you the hassle. Gecko tours may be able to offer discounts to Illyria guests so please tell them where you are from - well worth considering during your stay at Illyria. Gecko tours can also arrange a private 12 seat speedboat transfer from a jetty just 800m from the airport entrance directly to Postira harbour (only 400m from our house) which is a very exciting and quick, a rather James Bond way of arriving. Please just let us know if you're interested and we'll arrange the rest.

We also own and manage another prime site property, nestled in the heart of Diocletian's palace in Split(see HomeAway listing 1300888).This 120 metre, luxury, 1st floor apartment with its own private terrace (a rarity in Diocletian's palace) is simply stunning and its many guest reviews reflect this. It was recently fully renovated and is now available for rental. If a two-stop Dalmatian holiday is something you are interested in i.e. min 3 days in bustling Split city and it's great restaurants and shops coupled with a min 4 day stay on the island (only 40 mins away) with its great swimming and pure relaxation please let us know and we may be able to arrange it ...

Property manager

Steven Robinson
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

Dutch, English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
No protective barriers from sea so swimmers only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
But only outside on the terrace please

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Postira

Located in Postira, this cottage is on the waterfront. Olive Oil Museum and Brač Island Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Church of St. John the Baptist and Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Stomorous. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.

What's nearby

  • Church of St. John the Baptist - 5 min walk
  • Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary - 4 min drive
  • Brač Island Museum - 10 min drive
  • Supetar Beach - 21 min drive
  • Zlatni Rat Beach - 81 min drive

Getting around

  • Brac Island (BWK) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • Beer Garden - 12 min drive
  • Vala - 4 min drive
  • Fast food gricko - 11 min drive
  • Caffe Bar Barcode - 5 min walk
  • Skalinada - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Illyria - a beautiful fisherman's cottage just 3 meters from sea pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Illyria - a beautiful fisherman's cottage just 3 meters from sea?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Illyria - a beautiful fisherman's cottage just 3 meters from sea?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Illyria - a beautiful fisherman's cottage just 3 meters from sea located?

This family-friendly Postira cottage is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Church of St. John the Baptist, Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Stomorous and Lovrecina Bay. Brač Island Museum and Olive Oil Museum are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shauna W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best of Brac
Illyria cottage was the very best. It was clean and comfortable and the view was spectacular. We swam everyday in front of the house. We cooked dinner at home twice and enjoyed the restaurants in town on the other nights. Parking was ample as soon as we knew where to park. We enjoyed the beach bar. “Incognito”. Absolutely a memory of a lifetime!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clas N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A real gem directly at the seashore
We stayed in August one week with the family in Illyria. The setting of the previous fisherman's house is absolutely ideal, everything in Postira (supermarket, restaurants) is only a few hundred meters away. It is phantastic to sit at the seashore in the morning on the terrace with a coffee to watch the sunrise. For runners or just for swimming, there is a great trail 5 km to the south along three or four bays, some of them really remote and lovely. We found this little house really wonderful - with a lot of attention to detail in all rooms. The house is just beautiful and one could really spend the whole day just sitting on the terrace. In front of the house are also a few good spots for snorkeling. Everything one needs even for a longer stay (dish washer, washing machine, coffee machine etc) is provided and we missed absolutely nothing. We loved our stay and we could not have thought about any better place to stay on Brac Island.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
There are not enough words to describe this gorgeous setting and the time our family had there together. The memories of sitting on the lovely patio watching my son-in- laws gosh and snorkel are a treasure. Would definitely go back!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway
Illyria is a gem! It was the perfect place for our family to get away for a week and completely unwind. Nikol was a wealth of information and we thoroughly enjoyed the simplicity of Postira. Wonderful people, food and an amazing location. Sitting on the deck each morning and having coffee as the waves came in was heaven. The kitchen had all we needed to cook, and everything in the house was clean and comfortable. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lance H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simply Wonderful
Just as pictured, which is to say absolutely beautiful. Nikol was fantastic with communications and checking in periodically to make sure we had everything we needed. The back deck is amazing. We never wanted to leave!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Steven Robinson

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We are a British family who first fell in love with the beauty of Croatia in 2004. We bought this ruin of a fisherman's cottage because of its wonderful location right on the Adriatic sea. It has been a wonderful holiday destination for our family as well as the countless visitors we've hosted each year.

Why they chose this property

This property really does offer visitors the best a seaside holiday has to offer. It's perfectly located right on the water's edge. The Adriatic is wonderful for swimming with water temperatures at about 24 - 28 degrees Celsius in peak season. The cottage is located in a working fishing village environment where most inhabitants live directly from the land or sea

What makes this property unique

We are now able to offer guests a two stop holiday experience, with a fisherman's cottage on Brac and a luxurious inner city apartment ( sleeping ) in the heart of the roman Diocletian's palace in Split, see property no. 1300888. Also, in 2015 and in partnership with some very enthusiastic locals we set up Gecko Tours, based in Split, to showcase all that is very best about Dalmatia to offer guests a truly authentic view of the area and its culture. Guests of Illyria may be offered discounts on certain tours, so please ask.

Languages:

English, Dutch

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