Maslina – winner of ‘Best Property in Croatia’

Croatia has really become the ‘buzzword’ in European travel in the last couple of years, and with an increasing number of travellers reporting about the sheer beauty of the country, more and more people are opting to make a quick European getaway to Croatia.

All despite its new found popularity as a top European travel destination; Croatia manages to retain its independence, rural tranquillity and a uniquely stunning beauty, an achievement that undoubtedly adds to its charm.

If you are thinking about taking a well-deserved break in Croatia in 2012 you may be pondering about where exactly in this both scenically and cultural diverse country to make it. That’s where Vintage Travel could help you out.

One of our luxury villas in Vizinada won ‘Best property in Croatia’ in the 2006 Bentley Property awards. It’s easy to see why – Maslina (pictured above) is built from the finest reclaimed Istrian stone, the property enjoys some impressive views. The 3 bedroom villa is furnished beatifully and is spacious and comfortable.

The village of Vizinada epitomises the beauty and essence of Croatia. Situated 17 kilometres to the northeast of Porec in the western region of Istria, the principle economy of the village is agriculture.

So if it’s flashy cars, pink champagne and top-notch wine bars you want from your European break, then perhaps Vizinada is not the place for you. If however you are after a tranquil cessation in the most breath-taking of surroundings, then Vizinada should definitely be on your shortlist.

Although despite Vizinada’s relative concealment from the tourist trail and the hands of wealthy capitalists out to add ‘glamour’ to its list of assets, the town of Vizinada has enjoys some degree of publicity.

In 1970 Vizinada was used in the filming of the legendary war film, Kelly’s Heroes. With a couple of restaurants, a bar and one general store, whilst it may sound like a cliché, time really has seemed to stand still in this blissfully peaceful Croatian town, and regardless of its albeit snippet of international movie notoriety, Vizinada’s seduction lies within its solitude.

Oh yes, and did we forget to mention the wine?