The Korcula Waterfront Hideaway

Apartments (for 2-5)

The three apartments each occupy one floor of the villa. You get a full kitchen, a living room, a furnished terrace, and one or two bedrooms.

The Vista (sleeps 2) is on the ground floor and is the smallest apartment, aimed at couples. If staying here you can use the BBQ on the terrace, though note that this space isn't shaded. The Terrace (sleeps 4-5) spans the middle floor and is the largest apartment. This is the best option for families as you get two bedrooms – one double, one twin/double – a living room with sofabed, and the largest terrace of the lot. Up top, The Loft (sleeps 2-3) has a sloping roof with Velux windows letting in plenty of light, and also has a sofabed in its living room.

All apartments face the bay and have wide sea views, as well as shared access to the seafront infinity pool, a small stone beach deck, an outdoor shower and a laundry room.

Breakfast isn't included, but your kitchen is stacked with all the necessary equipment (plates, cutlery, pans, pots, toaster, kettle), as well as milk, water, juice, and an arrival snack. The nearest grocery shop is 400m away.

Villa (for 8-10)

If there are more of you, book out the entire villa. It has four bedrooms, three living rooms – two with sofabeds for extra guests – three kitchens, three terraces, and an infinity pool. Facilities also include a laundry room with washing machine and dryer, and a barbecue. Down by the sea is a little sunbathing platform that you can swim off.

The decor throughout has a warm coastal-chic vibe, with bright white and tan shades along with pops of colour from soft furnishings and fabrics. The sun-trap decks are furnished with seating and sunloungers, and one has a very inviting-looking hammock for swaying in the cooling sea breezes.

We think this villa would work particularly well for an extended family travelling together, or for a group of friends, because each floor is a self-contained apartment, so you get some extra privacy. The ground-floor apartment would work well for grandparents, for example, while the middle floor is best for those with kids.

Activities

• Chill on the sunbathing platform down by the sea, or borrow the kayaks (free for guests' use) and explore the bay
  
• Rent a dinghy (licence required) and explore the nearby Korcula archipelago of 20 islets, rimmed by secluded coves and pebble beaches
  
• Try windsurfing or kite-surfing in the channel between Peljesac and Korcula; you can rent equipment and book lessons from a base in Viganj; or SUPs from nearby Tara's Lodge
  
• Spend a day in Korčula Town, wandering medieval alleys to see the Cathedral, City Museum and Marco Polo House, contained within sturdy fortifications
  
• Korcula is renowned for its quality white wines (Grk and Posip), while the nearby Peljesac peninsula is noted for excellent full-bodied reds (Dingac, Plavac and Mali Plavac). Try a day in each location, visiting local vineyards and wine cellars

Kids

The Korcula Waterfront Hideaway is a good option for families, thanks to its flexible setup and kitchens for self-catering. You have the option of booking one of the larger apartments or renting all three and coming as one big family. The shared swimming pool will be popular with kids, and there are kayaks to borrow. A pebble beach is a short walk away.

Best for:

Babies (0-1 years), Children (4-12 years), Teens (over 12)

Family friendly accommodation:

The Terrace has two bedrooms, one of which can be made up as a twin, as well as a living room with sofabed. The Loft only has one bedroom but its living room also has a sofabed. If you're coming with extended family, book out the whole villa (sleeps up to 10), incorporating all three apartments and the swimming pool.

Cots Available

Distances:

• Airport: Approx 2.5 hours' drive from Dubrovnik and 3.5 hours from Split
• Shop: 5 minutes' walk
• Local hospital: 5 minutes' drive

For more family-friendly places, see our Kids Collection

Location

The Korcula Waterfont Hideaway is located in the scenic bay of Žrnovska Banja, 3km west of historic Korcula Town (7-8 minutes’ drive). Korcula island is centrally located within the Dalmatian islands, midway between Split and Dubrovnik - which both have international airports.

By Air:
Fly to Dubrovnik or Split.

Road and Sea Transfers:
Private transfers by car and motor boat from Dubrovnik and Split airports (2.5 and 3.5 hours respectively) can be arranged. This is the simplest option as the villa staff will know the best routes and timings for your dates.

If you have your own car, you can drive all the way to Orebić on the Pelješac peninsula and take a short (15min) ferry crossing to Domince on Korcula, which is a short drive from the villa. Or you can take the ferry from Split to Vela Luka (on the western side of Korcula) and drive across the island to the villa (40 mins' drive). See ferry links below.

Otherwise, you could arrange your own transfer: bus or taxi to Dubrovnik or Split's ferry port, then catamaran to the island. Ask staff about taxi or transfers from your incoming port (Korcula Town or Vela Luka) to the property.

Krilo - passenger catamaran
Jadrolinija - passenger and car ferries
GV Line - passenger catamaran

Detailed directions will be sent when you book through i-escape.