This fabulous villa was originally built by the father of Dusan Popov, one of the most famous double agents of World War II. Popov, who lived in the villa as a child, was the original inspiration for Ian Fleming’s James Bond – we’d be serving Martinis on our first night for sure. When you’re not boasting about the history of the house, you’ll be revelling in the lush outside space – the heart of which is the private outdoor pool. Gorgeous views can be admired from every angle, whether you’re swimming a few laps, sunbathing on the lawn, or cooking on the barbecue. The home is spread over the main house, a studio apartment, and a guest house, so this is an ideal choice for a multi-generational family or a big group of friends. There are plenty of quiet corners for you to enjoy when you want a moment of peace and quiet. The villa is on the Lapad peninsula, just 4 kilometres from the walls of Dubrovnik’s Old Town. Sunset Beach is just 800 metres away, and the ferry ride from Dubrovnik to Lokrum – one of the best swimming spots in Croatia – takes ten minutes. You’re perfectly placed here.

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Additional fees

• Your host can help arrange a variety of extra services during your stay, including massages and beauty treatments, wine tours, laundry and dry cleaning, fridge fills, restaurant reservations, private chef, airport transfers, and car hire

• If you’re travelling with children, your host can organise babysitting services – alternatively, a live-in nanny can be arranged at a cost of £475-£670 per week

• There may be some extra fees to pay here, such as charges for utilities, final cleaning fees, city tax and security deposits – all of which you may need to pay in cash to the homeowner. Please reach out during the booking process to confirm.

Additional fees subject to a 3.5% handling charge.