Built in 1880, this Croatian villa got a recent uplift without sacrificing any of its old original charms. Steps away from the beach, the home is graced with sparkling sea views from most of its rooms and terraces. Watch the boats sail by as you sip on something tropical by the pool, then refresh with a few laps before laying out in the sun again. We love the Jacuzzi and dry sauna – perfect for total holiday relaxation and pampering – while the many outdoor spaces are ideal for enjoying the fine weather all together over a meal and bottle of local wine. In the bedrooms, you’ll find authentic stone walls with French windows that open onto the sea, making every morning memorable. Walk less than a minute to the beach and dip into the sea, and the center of Omiš is a ten-minute drive away, where there’s plenty of restaurants and shops to explore. And for adventurers, the area offers diving, surfing, river rafting, canyoning, hiking and mountain biking – so if you make it off the lounger, we doubt you’ll run out of things to do.

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