This elegant home can be found in the sleepy village of Vabriga, surrounded by the rolling hills, olive groves and woodland of the Istrian countryside. The idyllic setting is just the beginning with this villa, which is sure to impress even the most discerning of travellers. We love the grand, sweeping staircase and the refined decor inside, but the main appeal here is undoubtedly the outside space. A private pool takes centre stage, with comfortable sun loungers dotted around. An alfresco dining area makes firing up the barbecue a tempting option when you want to stay close to home – and when this is home, why would you ever want to leave?

Home truths:
*Your host can provide a complimentary cot and high chair – this must be requested at the time of booking, and you’ll need to bring your own cot linen.
*Due to the location of this home, we recommend hiring a car to make the most of your stay. There’s free off-road parking here.
*You’ll need to be able to climb the spiral staircase to reach three of the bedrooms here – there is one ground-floor en-suite bedroom though.