Just five kilometres away from the thick forests of the Lim Valley, this rural home sits in a quaint village by the river Pazinčica. Perfectly positioned for nature lovers, you might pass the hours hiking to the area's ancient cave dwellings and shopping like a local at the fish markets. Or, if you fancy taking a trip more familiar with the Mediterranean experience, simply drive up to the coastal city of Poreč and tour the historic sites and ice cream parlours. Built in 1757, there's no denying that this villa is bursting with old-fashioned character. Spread across two buildings, you can rest assured that there is room to spare for those who crave some solitude after an adventure. From the exposed beams to the tiled floors, we think you'll fall in love with the authentic features waiting inside. See how the arched doors lead you out of a bright living space onto the sun-kissed terrace? This is where you'll spend your precious downtime reading a novel beneath blue skies and gathering for gradele lunches over the open-fire barbecue.

Additional fees

• One well-behaved dog is welcome to join you for an additional €10 per day

• 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, 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

Additional fees subject to a 3.5% handling charge.