Villa Lilijana

The characterful Villa Lilijana sits quietly in the small fishing village of Sumartin on the glorious Croatian island of Brac. Sumartin is a delightful, peaceful resort on Brac’s eastern coast which faces Makarska on the mainland. It offers numerous nearby beaches and coves including Rasotica, Zukovik, Radovnja, Studena, Zvirje and Spilice making it one of the most sought after resorts. Sumartin enjoys a beautiful church, a gorgeous stone bell tower and a Franciscan monastery St Martin after which the village got its name. Foodies love the fresh fish, home made olive oil, local cheese and wines that are served in the village restaurants. Brac is a gorgeous island with plenty to discover including the famous Zlatni Rat Beach at Bol, on the south of the island. Photographs of this captivating beach adorn most of Croatia’s tourism posters. It is one of the most beautiful beaches of the Mediterranean, lined with decades-old pine trees and boasting shimmering fine sand and crystal clear sea with beautiful blue hues. The island is blessed with stunning scenery, charming villages, fabulous coves and delightful wineries. Villa Lilijana enjoys four bedrooms, sleeping up to seven guests plus a sofa bed in the master bedroom. The villa is very charming, offers delightful, characterful features and was completely restored some time ago. The location of the villa is excellent, just one hundred metres from the beach. Built in authentic Croatian stone, the villa is warm and welcoming. The design of the villa is somewhat unusual with a large living space on the ground floor with the kitchen and one of the bedrooms, a living room on the first floor with three bedrooms and two bathrooms and another bedroom and bathroom on the upper floor. The cheerful yellow hued living space on the ground floor offers a simple living area, a dining space for ten guests with a traditional dresser and both a yellow kitchen and a blue one! If you do not want to cook much at all, there is a housekeeper who on request will provide some catering services as well as daily cleaning, for an additional fee of course. Upstairs the living room enjoys wonderful sea views with sofas and chairs facing out to the sea. There is a balcony where guests can enjoy the panorama and perhaps an early morning cup of coffee or a glass of wine. The bedrooms vary in size and decor. The master bedroom offers a kingsize bed and a corner sofa bed which you are welcome to use for an extra guest, there are two futher double bedrooms and the last with a single bed. There is a range of furnishings, mostly vintage but there are some modern touches. Some of the rooms enjoys neutral colour palettes though there are some vibrant splashes of colour around and some charming exposed stone walls. There are two bathrooms on the first floor, another on the second and a toilet on the ground floor. Guests enjoy wonderful views from most of the rooms. The garden and terrace are lovely. On different levels, you will enjoy the pool, a furnished sun deck, a Mediterranean garden and alfresco dining with a barbecue. It is a lovely space with much charm and gorgeous night lighting. Features: The Villa Villa Lilijana is an authentic croatian property located on the island of Brac.The villa offers guests a peaceful and private retreat with it’s private swimming pool and fenced Mediterranean garden.  Ground Floor- Well-equipped kitchen- Dining room with seating for 8 people- Bedroom 1 - Double bed with ensuite bathroom, A/CFirst Floor- Living room - Bedroom 2 - Double bed with balcony and A/C- Bedroom 3 - Double bed with balcony*- Bedroom 4 - Single bed*- Two bathroomsExterior Grounds- Heated swimming pool (38m2) with hydromassage- Sun loungers ans parasols- Outdoor shower- Fully fenced garden- Covered outdoor dining area- Barbecue- Private parking Additional Facilities- Air conditioning*- Heating- Sofa bed- Wifi - Satellite TV- Hairdryer- Cot- High chair- Changing mat - Childrens cutlery- Laundry facilities *Please see T’s & C’s  Location: Villa Lilijana is located moments from the sea in the delightful village of Sumartin. The village was founded in 1645 by Dalmatian pilgrims who were trying to escape the Turks. The village’s Franciscan monastery and church appeal to history lovers. The village boasts irresistible beaches, crystal clear sea, rich culinary experiences and a warm welcome. There are a number of summer events including the Lady of the Angels festivity which is held annually on 2 August. Brac is famous for it’s very attractive, white stone. The famous White House in Washington is made from Brac stone. It is also famous for its  ‘buhavica’ olive oil, cheese, wine, honey and wine. The Stina Winery on the waterfront at Bol is lovely and the Prosec, a little like Australian muscat, is delicious. Bol is the oldest town on the coast of Brac. Its sand and pebble beaches stretch for 10 km. The mesmerizing Zlatni Rat Beach is just one of them. Thanks to its particular shape, it one of the most exceptional beaches in the world. Zlatni Rat’s elegance and appeal have made it the symbol of both the town of Bol and Croatia. The beach is protected by the government of Croatia as a geo-morphological monument. In the town, you can visit many historical monuments including tombstones, a Roman water collection mechanism, pre-Roman churches, a Baroque Renaissance palace and lots more. Sutivan is located on the northwest coast of Brac, in front of Split on the mainland. Sutivan is a small, tranquil village with beautiful beaches. The pretty promenade runs from the little harbour Lucica to the bays of Likve, Prubuje, Stinive, Stipanske, Male Tihe and the Vicja Luka harbour. Sutivan is surrounded by olive groves, vineyards, mandarin fields and forests. Jakov Natalis-Bozicevic is a stunning building built in 1505 and the 17th century castle Kastil Marijanovic stands proud on the eastern part of the harbour. The summer cottage of Kavanjin was built between 1690 and 1705 with a pretty baroque garden. The village boasts several excellent restaurants and bars. A festival of extreme sports takes place in the village every May. The park is lovely with a small zoo as well as bowling, basketball, football and a small playground. Milna, on the north-west side of Brac, was called ‘Valle di mille navi’ (the bay of a thousand ships) by the Venetians. Its stone houses stretch along a stunning coastline, small masterpieces of plebeian architecture and its Baroque church with its typical Dalmation bell tower is very beautiful. Milna will enchant you with its healthy Mediterranean cuisine, specialising in fresh fish, quality olive oil and home-made wines. You can enjoy sailing, fishing or scuba-diving from the harbours. Also beautiful are the delightful coves of Osibova and Lucice, the Bobovisca harbour, Selca, Lozisca village and the nearby small island of Mrdulja situated at the entrance of the harbour. From Sumartin you can head over to Makarska or from the north you can visit Split or Omis. Terms & Conditions: ? €300 paid in cash to the owner upon arrival and refunded upon departure, subject to full inspection. 4.00 p.m. 10.00 a.m. Yes, included in the rental price. Yes, included in the rental price. Not allowed. Please note, bedrooms 3 & 4 share air conditioning. Flexible Yes. However, guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit. Smoking & vaping are not permitted inside the villa. 5 nights. All other durations on request. Yes, included in the rental price. For those who require pool heating, there will be an additional charge of €30 per day (to be paid locally on arrival). Please note that like all heated pools, pool heating and water temperature are reliant on weather and outside temperatures. Included in the rental price. Wi-Fi internet access included.