DUBROVNIK
DUBROVNIK REGION
LOCAL AREA, BEACHES & THINGS TO DO
Dubrovnik
Described as the pearl of the Adriatic, Dubrovnik will not fail to impress with great City walls rising out of the brilliant Adriatic against a backdrop of steep mountainsides. Within the walls of the old town are some fine architecture and lively streets crammed with shops, cafes and restaurants. Walk the City walls to enjoy the beautiful roofscape of the old town and the seascape beyond. Visit the Franciscan and Dominican monasteries and stroll down the cobbled streets and alleyways or relax in the cafes. During the summer months the Dubrovnik festival hosts concerts on most nights providing music of all types.
Dubrovnik Old Town
Dubrovnik and Lokrum Island |
Castle wall |
Beach near Dubrovnik |
Stadun, Dubrovnik |
Gruz
Gruz is the port area of Dubrovnik where the cruise ships dock and where mega-yaghts tie up at the quayside around this large and sheltered natural harbour. The gentle banks of Gruz harbour was where the Dubrovnik noblemen chose to build their fine summer palaces to escape the heat and bustle of the ancient city. Many of these stunning Rennaisance buildings are still standing and some have been renovated as luxury hotels or spectacular private houses. Today Gruz is a shopping and commercial centre for Dubrovnik as well as a living museum of Rennaisance architecture.
Eating Out
Dubrovnik offers everything from sophisticated restaurants in spectacular waterside locations to simple bistros in alleyways and side streets of the old town. The choice is endless. We can provide you with our recommendations
Beaches
In Dubrovnik there are popular beaches all around the Lapad Peninsula. From the old town harbour ferries go regularly to the small island of Lokrum just a few minutes away, where Dubrovnik people traditionally like to go for a swim. A short distance down the coast there are sandy and shingle beaches at Kupari and Mlini.
Islands
The nearby islands of Lopud, Sipan and Kolocep are easily reached by ferry from Dubrovnik. Much quieter but still historically interesting. Lopud has one of the best sandy beaches in the region whjoch can be reaced by walking across the narrow neck of thre island from the town of Lopud. The charming harbour front village of Suderad on Sipanhas a well preserved fortified palace from the 15th century.
Trsteno
About 10km from Dubrovnik is the famous landscaped garden and arboretum of Trsteno a Mediterranean garden with a fine array of trees and breathtaking views. The gardens were created by the nobleman Ivan Gucetic in the grounds of his summer villa built between 1494 and 1502 .
Tresteno Arboretum |
Suderad harbour, Sipan |
Cavtat
This delightful town is set between two bays with restaurants and cafes around the harbour front which is a popular mooring place for yachtsmen. Narrow alleyways and stone staircases wind their way up the hillside from the waterfront between charming stone houses. There are plenty of excellent beaches close at hand. The town is just 10 minutes drive from Dubrovnik airport and no more than 15 minutes from Dubrovnik old town.
Ston and Mali Ston
The picturesque town of Ston with its small sister town of Mali Ston are picturesque fortified medieval towns standing either end of the narrow isthmus that joins the Peljesac peninsula to the mainland. They are places of culinary excellence and several renowned seafood restaurants are there, notably Bota Sare and Kapetanova Kuca (Captain's House) on the seafront of Mali Ston, and Bacchus in Ston. You can sample the excellent local white wine, Posip, and two great reds : Dingac and Postup. These towns are less than 30 minute drive from the villa and are on the Peljesac peninsula which is the land you see from the villa across the stretch of Adriatic. More lovely towns follow on Peljesac - Orebic and Trpanj. They have their own beaches. Prapratno Cove, close to Ston, provides one of the finest sandy beaches in Croatia.
Ston town and salt pans
Nearby Prapratno beach |
Cafes in Ston |
Ston |
Fishing boat at Broce |
The Dubrovnik Republic acquired control over Peljesac in 1333 and proceeded to construct massive fortifications in the form of a 5.5 kilometre wall spanning the isthmus and circling the towns of Ston and Mali Ston that stood on the coast at either end of the wall. The wall was built between 1336 and 1358 and is considered to be the longest defensive wall in Europe. Above Mali Ston and forming part of the town's fortification stands the impressive five-towered castle, Koruna. Mali Ston itself is laid out in terraces rising up the hillside and overlooking the sheltered harbour with its landmark circular Toljevac Tower built in 1478. Just across the isthmus lies Ston, laid out to a grid plan in the 14th century, the town is reminiscent of Dubrovnik and contains some fine public buildings dating from the 15th and 16th centuries. The ancient wall has been restored and is open to the public. The walk from Ston to Mali Ston provides wonderful views of the coastline and towns below. The saltpans at ston, still operating today are estimated to have generated two thirds of the Dubrovnik Republic's revenue in the 14th century. Nearby the small community of Broce, reached by a causeway running beside the Ston channel, was established in 1349 and has historic buildings and a delightful beach.
Mali Ston harbour
Mali Ston Beach |
Mali Ston and castle |
Eating out
Ston and Mali ston are places of culinary excellence. There are renowned seafood restaurants, notably Bota Sare (occupying and old salt warehouse) and Kapetanova Kuca (Captain's House), on the seafront of Mali Ston. The town is famous for its oysters harvested from the local oyster beds. You can sample the excellent local white wine, Posip, and two great reds: Dingac and Postup.
Beaches
There are beaches at Mali Ston and Broce and Prapratno Cove, close to Ston, provides one of the finest sandy beaches in Croatia.. The Peljesac peninsula contains some of the very best beaches that can be found on the Adriatic. A 30 minute drive up the peninsula will take you to the delightful village of Zuljana. The village houses front a small harbour and sandy beach which offers excellent swimming against a spectacular backdrop of woodland and mountains.
The Peljesace peninsula
The Peljesace peninsula, some 65km long is only 6km across at its widest point. It joins the main land at Ston and run parallel to the main Dalmatian coast. The peninsula is characterised by a rugged natural beauty. Mountains of over 900 metres height run down the spine of the peninsula and the coastline is indented with many natural bays and harbours. The principal town on the Peninsula is Orebic. The peninsula has some of the nicest beached in Croatia, both sand and shingle and many that are in quiet and picturesque bays. Trpanj is a pretty harbour town with a delightful beach, linked by ferry to the mainland at Ploce. Trstenik and Zuljana are amongst the prettiest beach front villages that you will find in Croatia.
The historic towns of Ston and Mali Ston, with their massive fortifications, have guarded the entrance to the Peninsula since the 14th century. Today they are also famed for their excellent restaurants and locally harvested oysters.
Local wines from the Peljesac peninsular are considered to be amongst Croatia's finest. Notable are the red wines. Dingac is most highly regarded but we would also recommend trying Postup and Plavac. There are several wineries located in the village of Potomje on the road running up the centre of the peninsular. It is possible to taste wine and buy directly from the wineries.
View to Trestenik
Peljesac Wines |
Zuljana Beach |
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Our Villas in Dubrovnik
| Villa Nikolina | |
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Recently renovated baroque manor house with pool and gardens of 4.5 acres. Sleeps 10. 800m from coast and 5km from Dubrovnik. |
| Sun Gardens Apartments | |
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One, two and three bedroom private apartments in the glorious new Radisson resort 10km from Dubrovnik. Spectacular location, beach access and sea views. Extensive resort facilities - pools, sports, restaurants and bars, outstanding wellness centre, gardens, shops, clubs. Sleeps up to 7 in 3 bed apartments. |
| Villa Ava | |
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A luxury three bedroom three bathroom villa with pool, sleeping 6-7 persons, in the absolute prime position on the waterfront and in the heart of Dubrovnik, with its own small private beach and with the classic view of the old town. |
| Villa Annabella | |
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A seven bedroom luxury villa with pool and garden. Magnificent views over Dubrovnik old town, harbour and the island of Lokrum. 100m from coast and 5 minute walk from the city walls, central Dubrovnik. Sleeps 12. One of very few villas offering the classical view of Dubrovnik harbour and old town. |
| Villa Franica | |
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A recently restored spacious villa with pool and garden. 5 bedrooms, sleeps 9. 30 metres from the beach and 3km from the centre of Dubrovnik old town. |
| Villa Kassbeck | |
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Luxury renaissance Dubrovnik villa with a large pool. Sleeps up to 26. Situated on the waterfront of the sheltered harbour of Gruz, one of the ancient parts of Dubrovnik. Shady courtyard, terraces overlooking harbour and pool. Breakfast included, full catering optional. A few metres from the seafront. 1km to Lapad beaches. 3km to Dubrovnik old town. |
| Villa Maestral | |
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A town villa with pool in Dubrovnik, one mile from the old town centre, wonderful location and views. Air-conditioned. Sleeps 4-5. |
| Villa Antiqua | |
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A 17th century nobleman's summer residence outside Dubrovnik, recently expertly restored and transformed into a happy family home. Six bedrooms, six bathrooms, garden and heated swimming pool, air conditioned, high speed internet. Beach and mooring 10 metres away. Meals cooked on request. Sleeps 10-11. |
| Old Dubrovnik Villa | |
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Ancient and fabulous small Dubrovnik villa, right by the city walls and with a passageway through the walls down to the sea and the swimming area. Two double bedrooms, two single bedrooms, two bathrooms, air conditioned, internet. Partial sea view. Sleeps 6. |
| Villa Fontana | |
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A wonderful air-conditioned Dubrovnik country house in peace and private seclusion in the middle of a vast garden on a hill, with views over the valleys. Five bedrooms and three bathrooms, heated pool, high speed internet. Organic fruit and vegetable garden. Only 15 min drive from Old Dubrovnik. Gourmet kitchen or meals cooked by a chef who lives nearby. Internet access. Sleeps 10-12. |
| Apartment Layla | |
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A luxurious first floor, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom air-conditioned apartment with sea view and 10 metres from the beach. The villa is in the exclusive Lapad peninsula area of Dubrovnik, near the best beaches. Direct sea access. Sleeps 6. |
| Villa Stradun | |
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A three storey original old Dubrovnik house with air conditioning, three bedrooms and three shower rooms. In the heart of the Old Town and 150m from a sandy beach. Prestige location. Car not necessary. Sleeps 5-6. |
| Villa Lamia | |
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A four bedroom, three bathroom air-conditioned modern villa with pool, garden and terraces. 300 metres from the beach. Sleeps 8 people. |
| Apartment Ysobel | |
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A luxury, air-conditioned, first floor 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom 15th century apartment in a Renaissance villa in the centre of Dubrovnik Old Town. Internet. Ten minute walk to the local beach. Sleeps 6-8. |
| Villa Fresco | |
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A hard to come by, much sought after villa with a heated pool, walking distance from Old Town Dubrovnik. Superb outdoor facilities including veranda and barbeque area, Fully air-conditioned. Wireless internet. Sleeps 10-12 |
| Villa Dubrovnik View | |
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A luxurious air-conditioned summer villa with garden and pool, with an exclusive private access a few steps to the sea, half a mile from Old Dubrovnik. Two bedrooms, one bathroom. This villa has an unparalleled view of Dubrovnik and the sea, and great privacy. Sleeps 4-5. |
| Villa Emporio | |
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A super luxury air-conditioned 200 year old villa with three double bedroom suites in a most prestigious part of Dubrovnik, with a garden and a large plunge pool/Jacuzzi, balconies, fantastic views to the medieval town walls and castles, and the sea. Previous aristocratic residence. Internet. Staff. Sleeps 6 to 8. |
| Villa Liberty Apartment | |
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Fabulous luxury three bedroom, two bathrooms air-conditioned apartment with a pool and magnificent view of Dubrovnik. Extra study with double sofa bed. Wireless internet. Walking distance to Old Town and the beach. Two private parking places. Sleeps 6-8. |
| Apartment Dubrovnik Yin | |
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A three bedroom, brand new luxury apartment in Kommolac, Dubrovnik. Swimming pool, outside bar and fabulous countryside views. Sleeps 6. (Apartment Dubrovnik Yang can be rented alongside Apartment Dubrovnik Yin allowing an extra 4 persons). Both share a communal pool. |
| Apartment Dubrovnik Yang | |
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A two bedroom, brand new luxury apartment in Dubrovnik. Swimming pool, outside bar and fabulous countryside views. Sleeps 4. (Apartment Dubrovnik Yin can be rented alongside Apartment Dubrovnik Yin allowing an extra 6 persons). Both share a communal pool. |
| Villa Francine | |
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A three bedroom, two bathroom wonderful air-conditioned stone villa with garden and pool, in a sought after location in Dubrovnik, with a direct entrance to the sea and 10 min drive from the Old Dubrovnik. Internet. Parking. Sea views. Sleeps 6-8. |
| Apartment Libora One | |
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The apartment is situated in the very heart of Dubrovnik Old Town and within 5-10 minutes walk from four different beaches. It is in a calm street, but just few seconds from all important attractions, events and night life. Sleeps 5-6 people. |
| Villa Frascatti | |
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A luxury 16th century stone villa in the heart of Dubrovnik. Six bedrooms, three bathrooms, additional cloakrooms, a magical walled garden with a pool, fully air-conditioned and just renovated. With wireless internet and four parking spaces. Eight minute walk from the Old Town and the beach. Pet friendly. Sleeps 12. |
| Castle View Villetta | |
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A very special, two bedroom, one bathroom air conditioned old villa with terraces just above the sea, and the view of Dubrovnik town wall. Direct access to the beach. Sleeps 4 to 5. |
| Villa Joanna | |
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A lovely air conditioned six bedroom, three bathroom villa with superb views over the sea and islands, garden and pool. Internet. Old Dubrovnik 5 min drive. Beach 50 metres. Sleeps 12 |
