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Villa Oliva - exclusive gateway, luxurious serenity, stunning views, heated pool

Villa Oliva - exclusive gateway, luxurious serenity, stunning views, heated pool

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Overview of Villa Oliva - exclusive gateway, luxurious serenity, stunning views, heated pool

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8150 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Check out the area

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Podgora, Split-Dalmatia
  • Popular LocationBiokovo Nature Park4 min drive
  • Popular LocationPodgora Harbor5 min drive
  • Popular LocationPodgora Beach6 min drive
  • AirportSplit (SPU)82 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Villa Oliva - exclusive gateway, luxurious serenity, stunning views, heated pool

What makes Villa Oliva unique :
• 150 square-meter villa on a 6000 square-meter estate with stunning views overlooking the sea, the islands and the mountains
• Old luxury experience: renovated in typical authentic Dalmatian style
• Secluded and peaceful location
• Outdoor heated pool & barbecue area
• Organic vegetable garden with seasonal vegetables and herbs
• Eco-friendly cleaning products, water solar heating, waste segregation bins
• Award-winning extra virgin olive oil

Villa Oliva offers idyllic relaxation that comes in many forms, from a rural detox to an indulgent, romantic escape. You’ll find an experience to refresh every sense and reenergise within our welcoming oasis of calm. Time slows down, tranquility steps in.

Quintessentially Dalmatian, rustic exteriors contrasted with irresistible effortlessly chic interiors, inspired by Adriatic motifs and textures. Surrounded by olive groves with stunning panoramic views over the Adriatic Sea and Biokovo Mountains, the villa is perfectly located for easy access to all the hedonistic delights of the Dalmatian region.

The villa design is refreshing: 4 double bedrooms out of which 2 are en-suite, with one other separate bathroom and one extra toilet. Each bedroom and kitchen are air-conditioned, allowing you to shut the world outside and have complete control over the temperature.

Beautiful wood-covered outside dining area with breathtaking views overlooks heated swimming pool (25m2) with jet stream. The pool is surrounded by sunbathing terrace with sun bed recliners and beanbags, offering a perfect lounge atmosphere. The outside shower area makes it easy to dip in and out and refresh. Barbecue area, picnics in the olive grove and property’s organic vegetable garden are a perfect way to have a little taste of the local delicacies.

There is a large parking space which can fit for up to 3 cars. We are pet-friendly and have plenty of space for your fury friends to play and run free.

LOCATION DETAILS :

Dalmatia and Makarska Riviera are known for its sparkling sublime coastline, romantic dreamy port towns and charming countryside. From trendy and bohemian beach clubs to undiscovered picturesque villages, this part of Croatia offers a perfect blend of modern hip and old-world charm.

Relax on beautifully unspoilt pebble beaches fringed by pine forests and swim in crystal-clear Adriatic Sea. From Roman Palaces to Gothic architecture, there are layers of history to unfold and discover. The food and wine scene are simply thrilling: from hidden konobas (tavernas) to Michelin star restaurants, this is one of the most exciting food areas in the Mediterranean.

Historically a fishing village, Podgora is a beautiful, peaceful small town in Makarska Riviera, best known for its powerful natural beauty and stunning coastal walks. Podgora is ideally positioned for island hopping, national park visits, or energetic hikes or ride to Biokovo Mountains which offer the most astonishing views over the riviera.



UNESCO World Heritage sights:
- Split old town (70 km)
- Dubrovnik old town (150 km)
- Trogir old town (80 km)
Other trip ideas:
- Islands Hvar, Brač, Mljet or Korčula
- Nature park Biokovo mountain – atraction Skywalk (5 km)
- Imotski Red & Blue lakes (45 km)
- Rafting on the river Cetina & town Omiš (50 km)
- National park Krka waterfalls (150 km)
- Zip line in Tučepi (5 km)

Property manager

Vedrana & Milan Pivac
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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Podgora

Located in Podgora, this villa is in a rural area and on the beach. St. Peter Lighthouse and Sucuraj Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Biokovo Nature Park and Podgora Beach. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and ecotours nearby.
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Podgora, Split-Dalmatia

What's nearby

  • Biokovo Nature Park - 4 min drive
  • Podgora Harbor - 5 min drive
  • Podgora Beach - 6 min drive
  • Tucepi Harbor - 8 min drive
  • Makarska Ferry Port - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Brac Island (BWK) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

  • Konoba Veza - 7 min drive
  • Ruzmarin - 6 min drive
  • Konoba Vrata Biokova - 19 min drive
  • Roko Restaurant - 18 min walk
  • Ahipara - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa Oliva - exclusive gateway, luxurious serenity, stunning views, heated pool have a pool?

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

Is Villa Oliva - exclusive gateway, luxurious serenity, stunning views, heated pool pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Villa Oliva - exclusive gateway, luxurious serenity, stunning views, heated pool?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Oliva - exclusive gateway, luxurious serenity, stunning views, heated pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa Oliva - exclusive gateway, luxurious serenity, stunning views, heated pool located?

Nestled on the beach, this Podgora villa is within 1 mi (2 km) of Podgora Beach and Podgora Harbor. Tucepi Beach and Tucepi Harbor are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Villa with Stunning Views
We have just returned from a lovely 2 week stay at Villa Olivia. This is the place for total peace. There are no near neighbours. The villa is as described. Milan takes enormous pride in his property and communicates well at all stages of the booking and the stay. He makes every effort to ensure you have everything you need. The villa and grounds are very clean and comfortable. It is perfectly possible to walk down to Podgora, about 30 minutes, but take the taxi number with you from the info folder. (Unless you are really fit!) There are a number of good restaurants and bars in the town. Milan will recommend. We would definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

sally j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful getaway
An absolutely beautiful villa for those who enjoy peace and tranquility with Amazing views. Very friendly helpful hosts.. facilities were amazing , everything you need was available. I would say a hire car is a must! Only a Short drive to plenty of lovely restaurants but not really walking distance. Would love to return
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorna W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superb stay at Villa Oliva
Wow! This villa is truly superb….everything is 5 star! The location is so peaceful/tranquil and the views are outstanding! Cleanliness throughout the Villa is excellent and very well equipped. And of course the amazing host Milan is at hand to settle you in and ensure you have all the information you need to make your stay the best! We loved visiting Podgora and making so many memories! I would highly recommend this Villa.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adele N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful place to relax and enjoy the scenery
We spent 2 weeks at the villa and enjoyed it immensely. The pool and outside area are beautiful and we made full use of the BBQ area. The views over Podgora are stunning with some amazing sunsets. There are other villas around but privacy was never an issue. There is some road noise from the main road through Podgora but not intrusive. The AC in the villa was an absolute must for the night time. The beds are very comfortable and the villa has all the amenities you could want. Milan was a lovely host full of lots of info. We cooked with his organic olive oil and used tomatoes and herbs from the veg garden. We also loved the rose wine his friend produced and which was available at a very reasonable price. Our first holiday since Covid and we couldn’t have chosen a better location or villa.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Simon W., United Kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
We are a family of four, who wanted total seclusion, privacy and luxury. Which is what we got and more. Vedrana & Milan have thought of everything in this villa, right down to lighting and a really fully equipped kitchen (including sharp knives - who has ever rented a property with decent cooking knives??) We were able to relax totally - the beds were comfy, the pool was wonderful, the villa was spotless and Vedrana and Milan ensured we had everything we needed for day trips - even arranging us a little skippered boat for the day - which we can't recommend more highly, it was a wonderful day. Podgora itself is charming, Small enough to be quiet and friendly, but large enough to have a good selection of restaurants and coffee shops. My husband hired a bike to ride to the top of the mountain and used 'Podgora Puls' bikes in the village. Fantastic service from Ante there, so do please use him if you want to hire a bike. We had a wonderful meal at Roko. I highly recommend the sharing steak platter. The olive oil factory that you drive past on the way in to Podgora is really worth a visit. We have rented many villas over the years, and Villa Oliva is definitely the best we've ever stayed in. Vedrana & Milan are hard working, thoughtful hosts, and it really shows in the quality of everything in their villa. We really hope we'll be back one day.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

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