Glavini | Cosy & Inspiring Nature Retreat in the Heart of Istria

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A spacious room with large windows, wooden beams, and a view of mountains.
A spacious dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a kitchen with a stone wall, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A modern house with a swimming pool, solar panels, and a lush garden.
A spacious room with a high ceiling, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.
A pool area with lounge chairs, a stone deck, and a house with a balcony.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Enjoy the heated pool
    A rare find in this area - swim in comfort or have a relaxing dip.

Popular amenities

  • Massages in spa
  • Balcony
  • Hot tub on site
  • Limo or town car service available
  • Private pool
  • Kitchenette

Explore the area

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Draguc, Cerovlje, Istria County
  • Place, Istarske Toplice
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Place, Ancient City Walls
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Place, Aquapark Istralandia
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pula (PUY)
    ‪83 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

4 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Outdoor shower

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 9

Toilet

Toilet 7

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Cerovlje

Located in Cerovlje, this villa is in a rural area and by the sea. Ancient City Walls and Croatian Walk of Fame are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Medveja Beach and Slatina Beach. Scuba diving and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hunting nearby.
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Draguc, Cerovlje, Istria County

What's nearby

  • Pazin Castle - 30 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Istarske Toplice - 33 min drive - 24.9 km
  • Ancient City Walls - 36 min drive - 27.3 km
  • Aquapark Istralandia - 56 min drive - 49.6 km
  • Festinsko kraljevstvo Cave - 58 min drive - 48.1 km

Getting around

  • Buzet Station - 33 min drive
  • Rijeka (RJK) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffe bar-Slastičarnica Hajduk - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Restoran Nela - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Karlic Tartufi - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Old River Steak House - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Kotlić restoran - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Glavini | Cosy & Inspiring Nature Retreat in the Heart of Istria have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Glavini | Cosy & Inspiring Nature Retreat in the Heart of Istria?

As of 27 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Glavini | Cosy & Inspiring Nature Retreat in the Heart of Istria on 19 Nov 2026 start from £2,827, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Glavini | Cosy & Inspiring Nature Retreat in the Heart of Istria pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Glavini | Cosy & Inspiring Nature Retreat in the Heart of Istria?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Glavini | Cosy & Inspiring Nature Retreat in the Heart of Istria?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Glavini | Cosy & Inspiring Nature Retreat in the Heart of Istria?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Glavini | Cosy & Inspiring Nature Retreat in the Heart of Istria located?

This family-friendly Cerovlje villa is located by the sea, 12.9 mi (20.8 km) from Ancient City Walls, and within 32 mi (52 km) of Aquapark Istralandia and Rabac Beach. Girandella Beach and Karpinjan Beach are also within 32 miles (52 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely property

Very friendly owners, even provided a light meal on arrival. Property was very clean and had everything we needed. Pool was a good temperature. Beautiful area with lots to explore. We’ll definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wir hatten eine sehr schöne Zeit. Der Vermieter war immer erreichbar , sehr freundlich und alle Absprachen wurden eingehalten. Sehr schöne Location wie Internet beschrieben.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2026
Dear Silvio, many thanks. We appreciate that you have like it. If you are thinking about visiting us again you will always have a 10% discount as a valuable guest. Thank you
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfekt für den Familienurlaub

Wir waren 12 Personen und haben den Aufenthalt in der Familie sehr genossen. Viel Platz, ein schöner Pool, großartige Lage mit schöner Aussicht. Eine toll ausgestattete Küche. Die Eigentümer haben auf alle Fragen schnell und verlässlich beantwortet und alles getan, damit wir uns wohl fühlen. Jederzeit wieder.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Grest hidaway with a group of friends

A eeek in the nature
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to rest!

We rented a house ifor 3 families. Everybody was so happy there. The villa is great and was just perfect for our needs. It is located off the beaten track with stunning views. The rooms were cleaned and cozy. Kitchen met our expectations. The owner is very helpful and nice, he gave us some information about neighborhood. We were also able to buy locally produced wine and olive oil from the very friendly farmers in the village. I recommend this villla for people who need peace and quiet surrounded by nature.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfekt!

Wunderschöne Lage inmitten der Natur! Gepflegtes Haus, sehr netter Vermieter! Kommen gerne wieder!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

We found the villa very satisfactory and the owner who was living near by very helpful

Very enjoyable stay but you do need very clear instructions about how to find the villa because the roads are very narrow and confusing. Set in beautiful surroundings and very peaceful with good swimming pool. Many interesting towns and villages to visit. Particularly enjoyed Porec which has a wonderful old town and some excellent swimming in the island across the bay.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018
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10/10 Excellent

ohne Vorbehalt weiter zu empfehlen

...um es kurz zu machen, es gibt überhaupt keine Klagen. Haus wie beschrieben, netter Vermieter, alles sauber, super Hauswein, großer Parkplatz
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic birthday gathering

We hired Villa Glavini to celebrate my 50th birthday with female friends. The villa is absolutely gorgeous and was just perfect for our needs. It is located off the beaten track and set in a beautiful, lush valley., with stunning views and great walks for all capabilities. During our stay we were able to cater for ourselves in the well-equipped kitchen, plus we also arranged a dinner to be made for us by Nebojsa, the owner, on our arrival on the first evening, which was delicious and very welcomed after our long travels to get there. Nebojsa is absolutely lovely, as is his mum, who came to the villa to provide massages to our party. Nothing was too much trouble during our stay. We arranged with Nebojsa to supply basic foods for us in the villa almost each day, including fresh eggs and bread. We were also able to buy locally produced wine and olive oil from the very friendly farmers in the village and we also enjoyed fantastic pizzas from the small town nearby which you will need a car to get to. Nebojsa and his brother have created a truly beautiful space in a magical location and I can highly recommend staying at Villa Glavini.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thank you Gillian for the kind words. We also had a great time with you and your friends. Many thanks for everything and hope to see you again soon. Take care Love&Huggs
Archival

10/10 Excellent

A tranquil property in wonderful surroundings. We loved it!

We had a wonderful 2 week stay at Glavini - 12 of us. The house was great and the surroundings wonderful. As soon as we got home, all wanted to come back! Would totally recommend a holiday at this fantastic place! Happy Holidays!!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Andy Many thanks for the kind words. It was a pleasure to meet you and your family and hope to see you again soon. Kind regards Nebojsa
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Location, hosts and facilities are top!

Set away from traffic noise and views this property is perfect to relax and wind out from hectic city life. We did tracking to Draguc 60min, this is spot to visit also Motown. Hum all within reach. They also offer great massages. Try some local vine and food. Above all truffles are not to be missed.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Relax, natura e riposo assicurato!!!

Prima di arrivare a Glavini si entra gia' in una dimensione particolare, c'e' un silenzio unico, riposante. La casa e' molto accogliente, ben arredata e pulita. I padroni di casa sono molto gentili e hanno sempre accontentato le nostre richieste. C'e' un parco giochi molto carino fatto con materiali di riciclo, dove i bambini si divertono molto. Ci sono molti percorsi pedonali interessanti, tra boschi e villaggi semi abbandonati. C'e' la piscina che non abbiamo utilizzato perche' era un po' fresco, ma immagino sia un vantaggio in estate. Per chi ama la natua, il silenzio e una vita scandita dal ritmo del sole lo consiglio vivamente.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thank you Katja! Hope to see you soon. Regards
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Very relaxing and joyful experience

We had our family holiday at Glavini Eco Village and it was great trill for all of us (11)... Try out some organic food, great vine and olive oil... We tried some hiking to Draguc, about 70min walk with kids, there are also some other trails. Great place for walking, cycling and visiting local attractions... Not to be missed! Thank you Nebojsa and Bojan our great hosts, we will see you again next year!
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Vesna Thank you it was our pleasure as well to meet and greet such a nice family. Thank you, Nebojsa Radenovic
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Excellent location, fantastic facilities well main

Excellent location, fantastic facilities well maintained, great housekeeping, delightful owner and his family, great hospitality and fabulous food. Wellness facilities very good. Interactions with nearby villagers (300 m away) excellent, great vine and olive oil to buy. Superb opportunity for city break and rest in a peaceful and sunny Istria, for families or partners, companies etc. Recommendation 120%!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

A beautiful house in a beautiful nature

In Glavini we had a great time with our family. The house was beautiful and the landscape was a dream. The people there were very friendly and Nebojsa and his family were and are still friends. We are very happy to meet these people.The house is in the heart of Istria ´.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thank you Marika & family, it was pleasure to meet you and hope to see you again soon.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Sehr schöne Villa in grandioser Landschaft!!

Im Juli 2013 verbrachten wir mit drei Familien ( 6 Erwachsene, 6 Kinder u. 1 Hund) einen sehr schönen Urlaub in der Villa Glavini. Das Haus liegt in traumhaft ruhiger Lage im Zentrum von Istrien mitten zwischen Olivenbäumen und Weinreben. Hier kann man sich sehr gut erholen, abseits von Stress und Massentourismus seine Ruhe finden. Dennoch ist durch die zentrale Lage jeder Punkt in Istrien in weniger als einer Stunde mit dem Auto zu erreichen. Die Villa ist geschmackvoll und stilsicher eingerichtet. Über den großen Poolbereich, die Schaukel und die Tischtennisplatte haben sich nicht nur die Kinder gefreut. Rovinj ist eine sehr schöne Stadt in der Nähe. Die Kinder waren vom Glavani Hochseilgarten und der Kartbahn in Porec sehr begeistert. Der kulinarische Höhepunkt war der Besuch des Restaurants am Limfjord. Die Vermieter Nebojsa und Bojan waren sehr gastfreundlich und standen duch ein bereitgestelltes Telefon jederzeit mit Rat und Tat zur Seite ( Arztbesuch, schöne Strände, Restaurants). Wir würden jederzeit wieder zu Euch kommen, vielen Dank an Euch und Eure Familien!!!
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thank you! It was a pleasure to have such a nice and friendly families with us. Many thanks for your support. Looking forward to see you again. Regards Nebojsa
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic villa in a quaint picturesque location

The villa in Buzet was absolutelly spot on for what we needed. Romantic old stone building, comfortable accommodation, swimming pool, traditional outdoor fireplace suitable for evening gatherings were just some of the highlights this property had to offer. Also, the abundance of local wine producers was an added benefit so we could sample the tasty Malvazija amongst other types as a perfect accompaniment to delicious dishes to be found all over Istria. The owners were extremely helpful and made us feel at home away from home. Defintely would recommned this property to anyone wishing to spend a relaxing week in Istria looking for cultural and culinary explorations alike.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
We are glad you have liked the property, location and idea behind the project of return to the nature. Hope we will see you again soon. Kind regards Nebojsa
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfekt hus og sted

Vi var 3 familier der havde set frem til en dejlig ferie Kroatien. Vores forventninger blev indfriet 100 % Det skønne hus var dejligt indrettet med store soveværelser og badeværelser til alle. Alt var velfungerende og godt indrettet. Rent og pænt alle steder. Udenfor var der en fantastisk udsigt ud over dalen og olivenlunden. Overdækket terasse og god stor pool, samt grill og legeplads. Området var spændene og der var gode spisesteder samt gode lokale vingårde. Alle vi talte med var super venlige og hjælpsomme. Venlig og hjælpsom ejer der ville gøre alt for, at vi fik en rigtig god ferie og positive oplevelser med hjem. Hyggelig landby, et dejligt sted og et land som vi håber at komme tilbage til. K. Mørk Danmark
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Review of GLAVINI holiday villa

The villa was excellent. Very clean and very well maintained. All cleaning products were provided. The owner met us personally and was very helpful and friendly. The villa was very well equiped, and the pool was brilliant. Table tennis, badmington, balls & even water-guns were all avaiable for us to use! The owners fresh produce was lovely - figs, onions, tomatoes, herbs, plums and bottles of wine were all there for us to help ourselves to at very little cost! The views from the villa are magnificant and the local villages are lovely to visit. The only down side is that it is rather off the beaten track, but if you plan your days out and your trips to the supermarket in advance, than this will cause no problems at all. Overall, an excellent hoilday and one to be recommended. Thank you!!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

perfect place to stay

...we had a verry nice stay with the big family. The owner did all to make us a unforgetable time in Croatia. Thanks a lot and see you again!
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thank you and hope to see you soon again.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lovely relaxing week

We had a really lovely relaxing week. The villa was beautiful, very clean and well equipped. The views were amazing! The villa owners were very helpful and accommodating, making us very welcome on arrival with a light lunch and wine and cordial provided for us after our journey - so thoughtful. I would recommend this villa for a relaxing family break.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful setting for family holiday

We had a fantastic relaxing holiday here with our family and a number of friends. The villa is recently modernised and has all modern conveniences whilst retaining its rustic charm. Everyone loved the weather, pool and barbeque lifestyle. The owner Nebojsa is very friendly, helpful and speaks perfect English. We spent most of our time at the property and, because it is not too close to any other properties, the kids (and adults) could let themselves go without fear of upsetting anyone! For a peaceful break or a family/friends get together, this is an ideal property and location. I personally recommend it to you.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic place to stay! Highly recommended!

Stayed here this September, and the weather was still 30+ degrees. The place is just superb for a bunch of friends getting together for a week, or a larger family too. The owner is really friendly, speaks great English and has loads of great recommendations of where to visit locally. They can recommend places to go if you'd like to try some excellent local food. People are so friendly here and even invited us to their personal wine cellars to try their latest vintages. They produce Olive Oil here too and the landscape is like Tuscany, but without the crowds It's about an hours drive South of Trieste or North of Pula airport. The villa itself is lovely and rustic, with beautiful panoramic views. Totally spotless, really quiet and very relaxing....
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Another world...

We came in Istria with bit of a prejudiced, however this holiday opened another world for us. Many thanks for the hospitality, good recommendations for restaurants and things to do see in the area. This is a great estate in a great and unique location. If you looking for a peaceful and tranquil holiday to recharge your batteries, this is the one.
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