Unique Antistress Oasis Villa Antiqua - Roman & Venetian Heritage
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Overview
3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
9 guests
3 nights minimum
House Rental
Unique antistress oasis Villa Antiqua with heated swimming pool and Hot Tub
Do you want to enjoy a lovely family villa in ancient city of Osor, the antistress oasis of the islands Cres and Lošinj, one of the most beautiful parts of Adriatic Sea in Croatia?
Then visit Villa Antiqua!
The villa has the surface area of approximately 130 m2 and 660 m2 of garden area with heated swimming pool and Hot Tub. An antic wall from Venetian era (height of about 3,5 m) forms the eastern boundary courtyard and is a part of city walls, while the southern border is an antic wall from Roman era which is also a part of city walls. With regard to the walls, vegetation and its location, the property offers a great privacy. You can enjoy the shade of the old pine trees, watch the bay and the sail boats just f...
House Rules
Pet-friendlyKid friendlySmoking allowed
Bedrooms
1 King2 Queens1 Twin1 Crib
Bathrooms
1 Full bath1 Attached (ensuite)
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Reviews (11)
madeleine c
London, United Kingdom5 contributions
Beautiful Croatia at its best!
What a wonderful place and what wonderful hosts were Ivica, Lidjia, Sven and Branco. Villa Antiqua is beautiful, atmospheric and utterly peaceful - and in such a lovely position in the gorgeous town of Osor and by the sea - perfect! The house is lovely with a rustic air and lovely large flower and butterfly filled garden; it is also very comfortable with all modern amenities, lovely linens and the best equipped kitchen imaginable. The bar-b-que is a lovely traditional stone one with its own pika as well. Ivec and his family were available at all times to offer help and when we needed them to offered help instantly. We would love to return to this 7 star heaven.
Visited June 2018
Written June 24, 2018. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Ivica B
Dear Madeleine,
thank you for unbelievably wonderful review. It was such a pleasure to meet you and have you as our guests. Also, we're glad that we could help you and to be available for help 24/7.
We are looking forward to your stay in the future in our little heaven and to make the meal lamb under "peka" together.
Best regards,
Family Bulat
Written June 26, 2018. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
tobiasfischer1
Stockerau, Austria1 contribution
perfect spot for a winter escape with a big family
We spend a relaxing chrismas vacation in this comfortable old house
Enough room for the extended family and a dog ! Charming sleepingrooms with excellent beds. The kitchen is newly equipped with sufficient tools for cooking and dining. Nice garden.
Big praise for the heating sysem (important in winter): The fireplace is fuelling the floorheating downstairs and the radiator upstairs.
In winter there is a lot of hiking opportunities around: the south tip of island Cres, osorscica mountain and our favorite, old walking paths around Ustrine.
Resaurants open in Neresine, Mali and Veli Losinj.
Visited December 2017
Written January 9, 2018. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Ivica B
Dear Tobias,
thank you very much for your wonderful review and a detailed description of your impression of Villa Antiqua. Most of all, we are very delighted that you chose to spend New Year's Eve in Villa Antiqua together with your family & cute dog, but also enjoyed using hydro-fireplace for heating. We appreciate that you wrote hiking and gastronomy tips so our other guests but also other tourists can use them during their stay at Cres-Losinj archipelago.
Looking forward to your stay in the upcoming years.
Kind regards,
Sonja & Ivica Bulat
Written January 9, 2018. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Jack C
7 contributions
Wonderful house with everything you could need for a stay on Cres
Fantastic house with such welcoming and friendly owners. Villa Antiqua had everything we could need and was comfortable and really nicely decorated. Sonja and Ivaca welcomed us with a bottle of wine and were always on hand, even joining us 1 evening for a drink and telling us more about the island and town. The kitchen was great and the garden beautiful and relaxing. We can't recommend it highly enough and hope to go back!
Visited September 2017
Written September 18, 2017. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Ivica B
Dear Jack,
thank you for your wonderful review.
As a matter of fact we strive for perfection with every year passed, therefore you can be sure that the following year Villa Antiqua will offer even more pleasant atmosphere. Don't hesitate to stop by next year also, because not only we respect every guest as if he is sacred, but our guests are always considered as family.
Kind regards,
Sonja & Ivica Bulat
Written September 21, 2017. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Explore669834
1 contribution
Urlaub pur
Wir waren für 1 Woche in der Villa Antiqua. Es war alles perfekt. Alles sehr sauber und wirklich alles da, was man braucht. Der große Garten perfekt für unsere Hunde. Auch unsere Kinder haben sich auf Anhieb wohlgefühlt. Die Vermieter sind sehr nett und zuvorkommend. Der Ort Osor ist super, viele kleine Gassen mit sehr schönen Häusern zum durchschlendern. Ein kleines Geschäft und ein Obststand ist in direkter Nähe, in 2 min. zu fuß erreichbar. Dort bekommt man alles für den täglichen Bedarf. Ein etwas größerer Supermarkt ist in Nerezine, der nächste Ort auf Losinj, mit dem Auto in 10 min. erreichbar. Nerezine ist auch ein sehr schönes Plätzchen, dort gibt es Stände um Souvenirs zu kaufen. Auch eine Bäckerei, Metzgerei und einen Stand mit frischem Fisch gibt es dort.
In Osor sehr zu empfehlen ist die Pizzeria, die sich direkt neben der Villa Antiqua befindet. Sehr leckere Pizza und Eis!
Wir haben uns sehr wohlgefühlt und werden mit Sicherheit wieder kommen! Freuen uns jetzt schon auf ein Wiedersehen!
Visited September 2017
Written September 10, 2017. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Ivica B
Dear Regina,
thank you very much for an amazing review.
We are doing our best to make your stay most relaxing and comfortable. You, your family and your dogs will always be welcomed at Villa Antiqua.
Also, I am looking forward to go sea bass fishing in November with your husband and to accommodate you in the upcoming years.
Kind regards,
Ivica Bulat
Written September 10, 2017. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Katarina W
1 contribution
Great holiday
We had a wonderful and relaxing time staying at Villa Antiqua. Our lovely hosts Sonja and Ivica made us feel very welcome and made sure that we had everything we needed. The kitchen didn't miss a thing - important for people like us who like to cook and the larg
Visited June 2017
Written July 6, 2017. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Ivica B
Dear Katarina,
thank you for your wonderful review.
We are glad that you enjoyed your stay in Villa Antiqua and we are looking forward to accommodate you and your family in the upcoming years.
Yours sincerely,
Ivica & Sonja Bulat
Written July 9, 2017. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
blaueladeria
Germany3 contributions
Urlaub mit Hund un Osor/Kroatien
Das Haus liegt sehr schön in einem nicht einsehbaren Garten, am Ortsrand, direkt am Meer. Die beiden Badestrände sind zu Fuß in drei Minuten erreichbar. Garten für Hunde optimal, sicher eingezäunt, schattig. Viele Gartenmöbel. Das Haus selber ist zweckmäßig eingerichtet, genügend Stauraum, klimatisiert, Küche sehr gut ausgestattet! Sehr netter Vermieter, hilfsbereit und freundlich, wohnt auf dem Nachbargrundstück. Für einen so kleinen Ort sehr gute Infrastruktur, "Tante-Emma-Laden" und fünf (!) Restaurants zu Fuß erreichbar. Viele Bade- und Wandermöglichkeiten.
Visited May 2016 Traveled with family
Written June 10, 2016. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Ivica B
Dear Uwe,
thank you for your wonderful review.
I am glad that you enjoyed your stay in Villa Antiqua - Osor and I'm looking forward to accommodate you and your pets next year.
Yours sincerely,
Ivica Bulat
Written June 14, 2016. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
mbola2015
Montreal, Canada2 contributions
Wonderful stay in beautiful surroundings
I was looking for a comfortable place to go to with my husband, toddler and my baby. We spent a wonderful 10 days in Villa Antiqua, enjoying the house but also very much the garden in beautiful croatian surroundings. I was especially thankful for the big tree that provided shade in the garden as it was extremely hot outside for our baby. The house was squeaky clean upon our arrival, and we were greeted by a friendly host who did everything to make our stay a real pleasure. I warmly recommend!
Visited July 2015
Written August 12, 2015. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Ivica B
I am so pleased you enjoyed your stay Marie! You are right, the location in Osor just cannot be beat, it is so close to everything in Kvarner Bay and has fascinating surroundings. I look forward to hearing from you again on your return trip!
Written August 14, 2015. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Gesa V
Leipzig, Germany2 contributions
Very nice Villa in Osor, kind owners
The Villa Antiqua is a really nice house in Osor. You have a garden with a lot of shadow and enough space for everybody. Within a 10 min. walk there are two little places to swim in the ocean and if you walk a bit further there are some nice places to discover.
The house itself is fully equipped and has air con in the upper sleeping rooms. Me and my family slept in the big sleeping room upstairs. The beds are a bit old and very soft - so for my back, a newer and harder one would be better - but this is, of course, only my opinion. Nebertheless we slept very, very well. The air con is a very good one.
If we come back to Osor, we will rent the Villa again!!
Visited August 2015 Traveled with family
Written August 11, 2015. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Ivica B
Dear Gesa,
Thank you for your review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay at Villa Antiqua and that you appreciated the comfort of the house and our services. Also, we want to thank you for your suggestion to get more comfortable beds in the big bedroom. It will have the priority for the next season.
We hope to see your family in Osor again soon!
Written August 14, 2015. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
IngeMatthias
Vienna, Austria1 contribution
Marvellous stay at Villa Antiqua
We, 3 adults and one child, spent some wonderful days at Villa Antiqua. The house is in good shape, very clean and extremely well equipped. Ivica welcomed us although we arrived late and furnished us will all relevant information. The garden with the old trees is an oasis. The property is only 2 minutes walk away from the most lovely town square of Osor. And it is the perfect starting point to discover the Islands of Cres and Losinj with its incredibly lovely beaches and villages. We appreciated our stay very much and would like to come back again.
Visited June 2015 Traveled with family
Written June 9, 2015. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Ivica B
Dear Inge,
I am so pleased you enjoyed your stay Inge! You are right, the location of village Osor is definitely a perfect starting point to visit both islands Cres and Lošinj. I look forward to welcoming you and your family to Villa Antiqua again soon!
Yours sincerely,
Ivica Bulat
Written August 14, 2015. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Filip K
Zagreb, Croatia3 contributions
Wonderful stay in Osor
The Villa is very well located in the middle of two islands so you can visit both Cres and Lošinj. House is amazing, it has everything what we needed, the kitchen is fully equipped and clean. Garden is very big, perfect for relaxation in the shades with a good book.
Ivica, see you next year.
Visited May 2015 Traveled as a couple
Written June 2, 2015. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Ivica B
Dear guest,
Thank you for your wonderful review. I am glad that you liked Villa Antiqua and it's location.
I believe that next time you will be pleasantly surprised with accommodation, because every year we are making efforts to improve the quality. I'm working to offer more content each year at Villa Antiqua to make our guests feel like at home.
Yours sincerely,
Ivica Bulat
Written June 5, 2015. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
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What this rental offers
Wi-fi and internet
- Wi-fi
Location info
- Kid friendly
- Beachfront/Lakeside
- City getaway
Kitchen and dining
- Stove
- Grill
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Kettle
- Toaster
Outdoor amenities
- Private yard
- Balcony
- Private outdoor pool (heated)
- Terrace
- Patio
Indoor amenities
- Central heating
- Air conditioning
- Cable television
- Internet access
- Fireplace
Parking
- Parking available
Scenic views
- Waterfront views
- Ocean views
- Mountain views
Nearby
- Hiking areas
- Countryside area
- Tennis court
Additional amenities
- Boat available
Living spaces
- Highchair
Things to do
- Fishing spots available
- Cycling areas
- Watersports
Entertainment
- DVD player
- Stereo system
- Television
Location features
- Waterfront location
Bathroom and laundry
- Hot tub
- Washer
- Dryer
- Towels provided
- Iron
- Linens provided
Map
Getting there
Pleso Airport
109.2 mi
Pula Airport
26.9 mi
Restaurants
Konoba Mare
1 min
Joker
3.6 mi
konoba Bonifacic
3 min
Konoba Promenada
2.4 mi
Attractions
Ridimutak Beach
1.4 mi • Bars & Clubs
Cattedrale Di Osor
7 min • Churches & Cathedrals
Ustrine
3.7 mi • Beaches
The Town Museum
3 min • Speciality Museums
About the neighborhood
The Osor portage, which is supposed to have been much wider than it is today, has been inhabited since prehistoric times due to its strategic importance, as evidenced by numerous finds, especially near the town of Osor. In the antique era Osor was an important transit station that provided shelter for ships, which at the time sailed mainly along the coast. It is worth noting that Osor is one of our oldest cities and the first one recorded in written history. Furthermore, the historical Amber route passed through here and connected our coast with the Baltic. The name is probably of Illyrian origin and its transformation can be traced since Greek, Roman, Byzantine and Latin records to modern day Italian and Croatian terms: Apsoros, Apsorus, Opsare, Absortium, Osero and Osor. Some archaeologists believe ships overcame the Osor portage by sailing or being towed across the coast in the shallow water to the east of the city, and that the area was covered later. This is concluded from the composition of the city walls and the fact that Osor does not have a port except in the Bijar Bay to the northwest and the muddy shallow Jaz to the southeast where salt pans used to lay. Very early, probably in the Roman period, to the west, in solid rock beneath the city walls, a tunnel was dug by the name Cavata (Croatian Kavuada), today Kavanela. This canal was the cause of the great ascent of Osor and later its decline. Osor was first a Liburnian settlement which collaborated with Greeks. The Romans took it over 167. BC and fortified it according to the Illyrian wall line. The discovered remains from the Roman period include the remains of the main streets (kardo and dekumanus), public buildings, sewers and water supply and a necropolis across the canal, on the Lošinj side. It is believed this was the most prosperous time of the city as remnants of Illirians, the new Roman-Italian population, and many emigrants from the east, mostly prominently Greeks, lived there. Even the writer Alberto Fortis wrote that the town had 20 000 inhabitants, which is probably very exaggerated, but it is possible that several thousand lived in the Roman Apsorus. During the 5th century Osor was briefly under the rule of Ostrogoths, and with the beginning of the 6th century it was annexed to Dalmatia thus becoming a part of the Byzantine Empire. It is believed a diocese was founded in Osor around that time (530. AD on the synod in Salona). The city was raided by the Saracens in 841. and again, even worse, by the Genovese during the 14th century. In the 10th century Osor recognized the authority of Croatian rulers, in 1000. AD it came under Venetian rule, and in 1105. the Croatian-Hungarian king recognized it as a city with corresponding privileges.
Access
Car advised
How to get there
Airport: 80 km (island Krk)
Sea: 15 m
Bus station: 10 m
Ferry: Valbiska (island Krk) - Merag (island Cres) = 48 km and
Brestova (Istra) - Porozina (island Cres) = 60 km
Activities nearby
Fishing spots availableTennis courtWatersports
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