vacation rental Žminj Istrien holiday apartment bed and breakfast

Luxury Villa Damiana ****

Data of object

Type of object:	vacation rental
Living area:	384 m²
Number of rooms:	5
Number of of sleeping accomodations (beds):	10
Number of bathsrooms:	4
Listing #:	33346

The natural white stone, larch, typical Istrian wood, terracotta and bricks, were used in design and restoration of villa, all processed in the traditional manner. Villa extends over 384 m² of living and 1500 m² of environmental space. There is a kitchen embedded in stone, fully equipped with all necessary equipment, household appliances and potter. The kitchen is connected with dining room with fireplace, all about approximately 30 m², and bathroom. There is also a very spacious living room with fireplace, decorated and furnished in antique style with a touch of sophisticated, approximately of 70 m² large, together with large dining room area approx 30 m². Two large double doors take you from dining room to the terrace and from the living room to the terrace and garden. The old stone stairs, looking the same as centuries before, lead to the floor. Our ancestors used them ones, and we are still using them…There are four bedrooms on the first floor, approximately from 12 to 25 m², all renovated and furnished with natural materials like stone, larch and Istrian oak. They are looking almost the same as centuries ago when the owners' ancestors spent time there. All rooms have twin beds, and the biggest has an additional bed. Each room has a private bathroom with shower and one has a jacuzzi. Also, one room has an exit to the terrace with a small Istrian stone well. Villa has a spacious courtyard in which are native plants and trees. Garden is surrounded with two covered terraces, approximately of 150 m² of area. On the covered summer terrace, which is about 30 m² large, someone can relax and enjoy in the view of the nearby greenery, and in the evening someone can enjoy a glass of our good Istrian wine. The other covered terrace, of 70 m² area, there is a fireplace and grill features, a large wooden dining table, outdoor stone sink and the ability to listen the music while enjoying breakfast, outdoor barbecue or a relaxing evening…Close to the large terrace there is a swimming pool, 10 x 5 m size, from which the view extends to the centuries-old trees. As you can see in the photos the pool perfectly fits in such green environment. The villa has a parking for several cars, but as the region is suitable for walking and cycling around, our guests also have the possibility to use bicycles and learn more about the beauty and charm of the rural area of Žminj and Damijanići. Villa is equipped with air conditioning, central heating, and with all standard equipment such as stove, dishwasher, washing machine, refrigerator, iron, coffee machine, and other small household appliances, television with satellite TV, etc., and with restored antique furniture. Linen and towels are included.

Town and location of object

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Damijanići is only 2 km away from Žminj, Istrian town with rich history as evidenced by historical monuments, churches and monuments. The old curved country road takes you from Žminj to Damijanići, leading you through the rich greenery, threes of ladonja and murva (mulberry), rich fields and vineyards.

Žminj , Istrien , Croatia

The historical remains confirm that, since prehistorically times there has been life on a strategic hill where Žminj is situated. According to the existing literature, there has been a considerably large settlement during the Bronze Age already, while the archaeological excavations indicate to the life and continuity of the town during the Middle Ages. Among other things, the remains of medieval walls today are embedded in the walls of houses and garden fences. It is assumed that Slavs settled in the Žminj during the 7th century. Graves from the IX and X century evidence about their retention and settlement in Žminj, as well as that it has been one of their important villages. From the half of the XII century Žminj was the part of the Pazin County. In those times it represented one of the most developed parts of county. Žminj was known and had reputation of trading place rich of agricultural products because of fields and orchards, rich with wine because of vineyards, but also rich with forest resources, although exploited by the Venetians. After the fall of Venetian Republic Žminj was under the rule of France, but also Austria. At that time this town passed through an even bigger prosperity by building roads, opening schools and even more powerful development of trade and traffic. The history of Žminj is rich indeed, which is evidenced by monuments such as the parish church of St. Michael, the gothic chapel of the Holy Trinity, or early gothic Chapel of St. Anthony from the XIV century, but also with narration among generations which enabled stories, traditions or recipes to be continued in lives of future generations. Throughout the history, this area is known for no wetlands, that is why it was spared from the disease that ravaged Istria. It was also know for a healthy climate, clean air, clean water and soil, which were kept until today.In Žminj and it surroundings there are several restaurants that serve traditional dishes and Istrian wine like Malvasia and Teran. There are also several stores, a market with fruit and vegetable from farmers from the nearby villages, hairdresser, mechanic. On two Wednesdays there is a real village fair where you can buy everything, including the excellent Istrian wine, honey, olive oil ... There is also the largest folk festival in Istria called Bartulja, or Day of St. Bartholomew, the patron saint of Žminj, which is usually held on last Sunday in August, and is visited by up to ten thousand people. Žminj is located in the heart of Istria, and its position is ideal for those who want to travel in the region. Since the Iron Age Žminj represents important traffic intersection because there have been already roads leading to larger existing settlements, and these roads, with only small modifications, kept up to date. Therefore, if staying at Villa Damiana you will be just twenty kilometers away from famous destinations on the coast like the nearest Rovinj, Bale, Poreč, Vrsar, Rabac.

Arrival and distances

Distance to next airport: Pula - 25 km
Distance to next railway station: Kanfanar - 5 km
Distance to next motorway: Kanfanar - 5 km
Distance to next Shop: 2 km

Sport facilities nearby

Fishing, Biking, Hunting, Mountainbiking, Horse riding, Swimming, Surfing, Diving, Tennis, Water ski,

Type of holidays

Relaxing holidays
Family holidays
Cultural and sightseeing holidays
Romantic holidays
Sport holidays
Hiking holidays

Bedroom

Total number of sleeping facilities: 6

2 Single room(s)
4 Double room(s)

Bathrooms and WCs

Number of bathsrooms: 4

4 bathsrooms with shower

External facilities of object

Balkony
Garden
Barbecue
Children s playground
Pool
Car Parking
Terrace

Internal facilities of object

Machines and equipment

Bed linen provided
TV
Towels provided
Satellite-TV
Deck-chairs
Stereo
Washing machine

Kitchen facilities

2 ring stove
Single ring stove
Freezer
Dishwasher
Fridge
Microwave

Services

Other

Long term rental possible

Additional Information

Minimum rental

Minimum rental: 2200 Euro per object per week

Contact data

The owner speaks the following languages:
German, English, Italian,

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Fon:	00385 99 3110905

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