Our neighbor. Outdoor area Kitchen Dining table Bedroom downstairs Bathroom downstairs Upstairs bedroom 1 Upstairs bedroom 2 Upstairs bedroom 3

 

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Cosy 17th century house in beautiful Istria

House • Filipini Croatia

    8 Guests   
    4 Bedrooms   
    4 Beds   
    2 Bathrooms   
    2 Car spaces  
  Secondary home

Exchange types accepted

  Non-Simultaneous  
  Non-Reciprocal  

Statistics

Listed  June 2019
Views  2151

General Overview

*Newly renovated in process of setting up.* Nestled in the quiet village of Filipini, our home offers peaceful setting and easy access to the coast or town. We're only 7 km from Poreč's vibrant old town and beaches, and perfectly situated for exploring the rich history of continental Istria. The house itself is a part of a 17th-century stone "Kastel" (castle) that once belonged to the Filipini family. This charming home was our own before we began our journey abroad.

The Space

Welcome to our charming family home. We've maintained it’s traditional character while including all the modern comforts for a relaxing stay. The house is a perfect blend of old-world charm and contemporary convenience, set in the quiet village of Filipini, just a short drive from Poreč old town and beautiful beaches nested in pine trees. The ground floor of our home is an open-plan. The modern, fully equipped kitchen, the dining and living area, making it a wonderful space for gathering. There is a convenient ground-floor bedroom with a spacious 180 cm wide bed and a closet, along with a full bathroom with a shower. For your convenience, a utility room provides an extra fridge, a washer, a dryer, and a sink. Upstairs, there are three bedrooms and a full bathroom. The master bedroom has a 180 cm wide bed, while the two other bedrooms each have a 160 cm wide bed. All three bedrooms have a dresser, and two of them are equipped with a closet. The upstairs bathroom is equipped with both a shower and a bathtub. Outdoors, a small, fenced garden as a private and secure space. The automated car gate provides easy access to parking space for one car. We also have a charming terrace, perfect for enjoying your morning coffee or relaxing moments. Sometimes there is our charming neighbor passing by. A hedgehog. Key Features: Bedrooms: Four bedrooms in total (one on the ground floor, three upstairs). Sleeping Capacity: Comfortably sleeps 8 guests (two 180 cm beds and two 160 cm beds). Bathrooms: Two full bathrooms (one on each floor, the upstairs one with a shower and tub). Outdoor Space: A small, fenced terrace/garden. Parking: One designated parking spot is available inside a private, gated area. Amenities: Washer, dryer, extra fridge, cleaning supplies, TV, fiber internet, bluetooth speaker and a fully equipped kitchen. Dishwasher of course. All windows and doors are fitted with insect nets which is important having in mind its village. A Note on House Rules and Safety: No pets allowed and no smoking/vaping inside the house. Please remove your shoes inside the house.

Guest Access

You will have access to the entire home. You are also welcome to use all of our outdoor spaces, including the private garden, edible plants, and terrace. Parking: The house has one parking spot, which you can access via the automated car gate. We will provide the remote for the gate upon your arrival. A Note on Storage: We kindly ask that you respect our private belongings in the designated storage areas, which will be marked.

Notes

Unfortunately, we are unable to host any pets in our home. Thank you for your understanding. To keep our home fresh and clean, we ask that you do not smoke or vape inside and that you take off your shoes when you come in. For the safety and security of the property, the home is equipped with cameras. They can be turned off while having guests. Since we live a long distance away, we use a professional cleaning service between each stay. A cleaning fee of €150 is applied to cover this cost with some exceptions.

Features


Washer
Washer
Dishwasher
Dishwasher
Clothes dryer
Clothes dryer
Oven
Oven
Coffee machine
Coffee machine
Fridge
Fridge
Hair dryer
Hair dryer
Heating
Heating
Air conditioning
Air conditioning
TV
TV
WiFi
WiFi
High Speed Internet
High Speed Internet
Bathtub
Bathtub
First aid kit
First aid kit
Bed sheets
Bed sheets
Towels
Towels
Toys
Toys
Garden / yard
Garden / yard

Travel Styles

    Weekend
    Adventure
    Family
    Romantic
    Sport and leisure
    Foodie
    Relaxing
    Eco
    Culture
    Hiking
    Cycling

House Rules

    Suitable for infants under 2
    Suitable for children ages 2-12
    Pets not allowed
    No smoking

Allergens

    Cat free
    Dog free
    Smoke free

Dates of Availability

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Neighbourhood

Nestled in the quiet village of Filipini, our home offers a peaceful escape just 7 km from the busy old town and beaches of Poreč. While the atmosphere is secluded, you're conveniently close to all the action. A car is essential for exploring the area, and a nearby "Plodine" market is a huge advantage during the busy summer season, letting you easily avoid the crowds and traffic. The house sits directly on a bicycle trail, making it a perfect base for exploring. From here, you can easily discover famous Istrian towns like Rovinj, Pula, and Motovun, or visit the spectacular Brijuni islands. In Poreč, be sure to see the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Euphrasian Basilica. The region is also a paradise for foodies, with excellent opportunities for wine, truffle, and olive oil tours and delicious local cuisine at charming konobas (taverns). For a change of scenery, you can also easily take day trips to Slovenia and Italy. Ljubljana is about a two-hour drive, the famous Postojna Cave is just 90 minutes away, and Piran is only an hour. You can reach Trieste in an hour, Venice by ferry from Poreč or in about 2.5 hours by car, and Verona and Lake Garda in about 3.5 hours. The Dolomites are also just a three-hour drive away.

Getting to my home

It’s less than 7km east of Porec town and minutes away from “Y” highway.

Nearest airport

Pula (CRO), Trieste, Venice (IT), Zagreb (CRO) or Ljubljana (SLO) are nearest airports.

Getting Around

Car, motorcycle or bicycle is necessary to move around. No public transportation available.

Map of Approximate Location

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Jelena

We are expatriate family from Serbia and Croatia. We have been living in several countries around the world and our children were born in different places. We never did home exchange before but me and my husband met while couchsurfing years ago. We are still active in hosting travelers in our home, where ever it is, and sharing experiences. We have our apartment in Aqaba and coastal home in Croatia (which is in process of renovating and for a while not available). We are experienced travelers and world explorers that appreciate getting to know local community, nature and local food and wine. We are spontaneous family looking for new adventures and prone to last minute traveling. I might work to change that as it doesn't work for now on PLU. The whole family enjoys hosting as it gives us possibility to share more than just a home. We did plenty on different platforms.
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Open to any destination
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"During school holidays. We are interested in wild life and nature."

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"Summer, July-August"

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"Anything appropriate for kids 7+."

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"June-August"