Villa Zizanj

The highlights

• Villa Zizanj is set on a private, olive farm, 20 minutes from the city of Biograd na Moru and reached only by boat.
• It has 300m2 of stunning, sea-view terraces, including the alfresco dining area and chic pool deck.
• Its interiors fuse modernity with a rich, local history and include two open-plan living areas and five double bedrooms.
• Hire a boat and sail around the beautiful Kornati Islands or head back to the mainland and explore the Adriatic coastline.

You should know

• The remote, no-car island can be reached only by boat. Island transfers are included as part of your stay.
• Boats can be hired at the mainland for additional sailing trips, you have two private jetties included with the villa.
• Smaller groups may be able to get a reduced rate for renting half of the villa.

The detail

Wash up on shore and discover your own luxury oasis, at this secluded island villa off mainland Croatia. Settled on an olive farm on an uninhabited island, Villa Zizanj is a place you want to be stranded. Sit out by the sun-drenched pool beside your private, rocky beach, eyeing the lush Kornati bays and the crystal-clear sea. Wonder at the ancient olive groves and revel in the island’s untouched, natural bliss as you wait for the crimson sunset and make a secret wish.

Villa Zizanj is on a tiny paradise island, 20 minutes from the mainland and reached only by boat. Small enough to walk around and completely car-free, it is a tranquil sanctuary for when you want peace and serenity. Its captivating setting is matched by its luxurious design, complete with a myriad of sea-view terraces where you can relax and unwind. Retreat to the shaded deck for a moments solitude or sit out in the flourishing, olive orchard to feel utterly renewed. There’s a BBQ dining terrace for social gatherings, along with the breath-taking infinity pool with its heavenly ocean views.

Behind its original Croatian stone, lies a charming family home which fuses classic modernity with a rich, local history. Expect crisp, whitewashed walls and sleek, vaulted ceilings, alongside handpicked antiques and vintage artwork. Relax in one of the two open-plan living areas with their stylish sofas, cooking in the well-equipped kitchens and dining around the traditional family tables. Socialise on the terrace or hide away indoors, forgetting about your troubles and cleansing your mind, body and soul.

Five sumptuous double bedrooms provide room for up to 10 and are joined by two double sofa beds, one in each of the living areas. The three larger rooms have their own deluxe en-suite bathrooms, while the smaller two share a large, family bathroom. Each of the soothing rooms has a calm and sophisticated edge with a mix of designer beds, sea views and romantic terraces. With the lulling of the waves as your exclusive soundtrack, prepare to indulge in your best night’s sleep yet.

When it comes to exploring, you can sail off from your private jetty, discovering Croatia’s sublime, hidden beauty. The Kornati archipelago is one of Croatia’s most celebrated national parks and is just a short boat trip away across the azure ocean waters. Marvel at the colourful reefs, sandy islets and idyllic natural jewels, looking out for the dancing dolphins amongst the undiscovered shores. Mainland Croatia is also just a 20-minute boat trip away, where you can explore the coastal city of Biograd na Moru and its stunning Adriatic coastline.

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