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Sveti Lovrec, Porec
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6 |
45mins
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Sveti Lovrec (Saint Laurence) is a small village located near the heart of Istria and close to Porec and Rovinj. Inhabited since prehistoric times the current layout of the town dates back to the construction of the church of Sveti Martin in the 8th century. There are a few shops and restaurants in the vicinity and the village makes a great base from where to explore this fascinating area of Istria.
Villas in Sveti Lovrec
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Baderna, Sveti Lovrec
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2 |
1hr
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Baderna is a small, agricultural village in the heart of Istria, just 12 kilometres from the larger town of Sveti Lovrec where you will find a choice of shops and restaurants. The picturesque seaside resort of Porec is also just a short drive away.
Villas in Baderna
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Labin
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2 |
40mins
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This typical Istrian town is set on a hill above the fishing village of Rabac on the south east of the peninsula. The area is a haven for history and art lovers with its rich cultural and architectural heritage. During the summer, various jazz and classical music festivals take place in the town. Take a stroll through the streets of the old town and you will find palaces decorated in a rennaissence style, as well as baroque facades. Labin has many coffee shops dotted throughout the winding streets where locals and visitors alike spend hours chatting and soaking up the atmosphere. The town is also home to several great seafood restaurants, with much local produce on offer, freshly caught from the blue waters of the Adriatic Sea.
Villas in Labin
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Kanfanar
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1 |
30mins
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This tranquil Istrian village is located amid attractive countryside within the peninsula’s hinterland. The perfect location if you are looking for a traditional and authentic holiday, you may even be lucky enough to catch the “Jakovljevo” – a local county show held each year. This is the perfect opportunity to meet the locals and absorb some of the rich culture of the area. The pretty harbour town of Rovinj is just 20 kilometres away where you can enjoy a relaxing stroll, or a meal and one of the great restaurants, or even take a boat trip across the Adriatic Sea to visit the historic Italian city of Venice for the day.
Villas in Kanfanar
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Kozljak, Labin
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1 |
45mins
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Kozljak is a tiny rural village lying serenely beneath the forest covered lower slopes of the Ucka Massif natural park. The area surrounding the village is mainly farmland and open countryside whilst the cultural town of Labin and the pebble beach at Rabac are just a short drive away.
Villas in Kozljak
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Livade
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1 |
1hr
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Livade is a very small town in the plain of the Mirna river valley. It is 1 km north from the main road from Buje to Buzet while Motovun is 2 km south. Livade is the home of the famous Istrian truffle. This small place in inner peninsula keeps attracting more and more people, particularly since Mr Giancarlo Zigante found the biggest known truffle in the world, and entered the Guinness book of records as the biggest example ever found. Restaurants in this area specialize in the truffle recipes for you to try something different on your holiday.
Villas in Livade
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Liznjan
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1 |
20mins
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This tranquil village lies near the south eastern coast of the Istrian peninsula, and provides a fantastic base from which to explore the nearby popular towns of Medulin and Pula. There is a small selection of bars and restaurants and a small supermarket within the village, whilst a larger choice of amenities are just a ten minute drive away in the beautiful seaside resort of Medulin, offering a vast choice of restaurants, bars entertainment and watersports. The historical Pula is also just a 20 minute drive away and well worth a visit.
Villas in Liznjan
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Markovac
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1 |
1hr
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Set in the heart of the countryside on the west rim of the Istrian peninsula the small village of Markovac offers a peaceful location. Within a short walk of the village is the renowned Poleti vineyard and cellar which produces some quality regional wines. Whilst the pretty seaside town of Porec with its multitude of shops and restaurants is just 15 minutes' drive away.
Villas in Markovac
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Vizinada, Porec
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1 |
1hr
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This charming, quiet village is set high up above the Mirna Valley, famous for its truffles, and is a typically Istrian retreat with Italian influences. The economy is based on agriculture, which is evident in the lovely views all around. Just a dozen miles away and ideal for a day trip is the town of Pazin, with its famous karst Pazinska Jama, a deep abyss leading to underground caves with small lakes.
Villas in Vizinada
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Vodnjan
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1 |
30mins
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On the road from Pula to Rovinj, Vodnjan is a busy little market town rightly known for its selection of renowned restaurants, including reputably the best pizzeria in Istria! There are several shops, bars and restaurants as well as a large supermarket and a chemist. In august the town holds its annual fete and there is a large and lively procession of colourfully dressed music bands through the narrow streets!
Villas in Vodnjan
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