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Villa Alba, Livade: Pool with sun loungers and hillside view
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Villa Alba

10,0(15)

Livade, Motovun

Villa with a private pool, Motovun

  • 7 guests
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 3 bathrooms
  • 100 m²
  • Pool

What stands out here

  • A pool with nobody else in itNo sharing, and no queue for a sunbed.
  • A bathroom for every bedroomNobody waits outside a door in the morning.
  • Comfortable in July and in JanuaryAir conditioning for the heat, underfloor heating and a stove for the cold.
  • A garden of your ownThe ground around the house is yours, not shared.

About this villa

Villa Alba with breathtaking view from swiming pool near Motovun Villa Alba is a recently restored old Istrian house with a capacity for 6 persons. In the renovation some original elements such as stone walls and wooden beams on the ceiling were kept in order to preserve the rustic feel. This is a great place to relax while hidden from the crowds, yet still in touch with the modern benefits, because the house offers everything a today’s man needs: WiFi, air condition, an equipped kitchen, cozy furniture… The outside part of the house is as great as the inside and it has a wonderful terrace with a swimming pool in two levels and an eye- relaxing vista. The experience wouldn't be complete without the terrace where you can have a swim in the pool and enjoy a truly astonishing view. Villa Alba is placed in a quiet part of a small central Istrian village and it’s completely surrounded by nature giving you privacy and tranquility. Some of the properties don’t allow youth groups. If you are booking an accommodation facility as a group of young individuals, contact our agency before making the reservation in order to check whether the requested property allows your stay.

About this villa

Villa Alba with breathtaking view from swiming pool near Motovun Villa Alba is a recently restored old Istrian house with a capacity for 6 persons. In the renovation some original elements such as stone walls and wooden beams on the ceiling were kept in order to preserve the rustic feel. This is a great place to relax while hidden from the crowds, yet still in touch with the modern benefits, because the house offers everything a today’s man needs: WiFi, air condition, an equipped kitchen, cozy furniture… The outside part of the house is as great as the inside and it has a wonderful terrace with a swimming pool in two levels and an eye- relaxing vista. The experience wouldn't be complete without the terrace where you can have a swim in the pool and enjoy a truly astonishing view. Villa Alba is placed in a quiet part of a small central Istrian village and it’s completely surrounded by nature giving you privacy and tranquility. Some of the properties don’t allow youth groups. If you are booking an accommodation facility as a group of young individuals, contact our agency before making the reservation in order to check whether the requested property allows your stay.

Rooms and beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

  • Bedroom 1

    queen size bed, crib

    • Air conditioning
    • TV
  • Bedroom 2

    king size bed, crib

    • Bedroom 3

      double bed

      • TV

    Where else you can sleep

    Living room

    single sofa bed

    3 bathrooms

    Bathroom 1

    washing machine · shower · hairdryer · toilet

    Bathroom 2

    shower · hairdryer · toilet

    Bathroom 3

    shower · hairdryer · toilet

    Other spaces

    • Kitchen
    • Living room

    Rooms and beds

    3 bedrooms

    Bedroom 1

    queen size bed, crib

    Air conditioningTV

    Bedroom 2

    king size bed, crib

    Bedroom 3

    double bed

    TV

    Where else you can sleep

    Living room

    single sofa bed

    TV

    3 bathrooms

    Bathroom 1

    washing machine · shower · hairdryer · toilet

    Bathroom 2

    shower · hairdryer · toilet

    Bathroom 3

    shower · hairdryer · toilet

    Other spaces

    Kitchen

    shower · toilet

    Fully equipped kitchen

    Living room

    single sofa bed

    TV

    Amenities

    • Private pool
    • WiFi
    • Air-conditioning
    • Private garden
    • BBQ grill
    • Patio/deck/terrace
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • TV
    • First aid kit

    Property amenities

    Pool

    • Private pool

    Outdoors

    • Patio/deck/terrace
    • Roofed patio/terrace
    • Private garden
    • BBQ grill

    Spaces

    • Bedroom
    • Bed
    • Bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Kitchen
    • Living room
    • Seating area
    • Dining area

    Kitchen

    • Oven
    • Dishwasher
    • Gas
    • Coffee maker
    • Espresso machine
    • Refrigerator
    • Freezer
    • Toaster
    • Water kettle
    • Kitchen utensils provided
    • Stove

    Bathroom

    • Hair dryer
    • Shower

    Heating and cooling

    • Air-conditioning
    • Wood stove
    • Fireplace – wood

    Internet and TV

    • WiFi
    • TV
    • Cable/satellite TV

    Laundry

    • Washing machine
    • Iron
    • Ironing board
    • Bed linen provided
    • Towels provided

    For children

    • Children are welcome
    • Baby cot
    • High chair

    Activities

    • Hiking

    Location

    • Mountain view
    • City view
    • Village

    Accessibility

    • Parking – private

    Safety

    • First aid kit

    Supplies

    • Electricity
    • Water
    • Heating
    • Wood for fireplace

    Rules

    • Smoking allowed outside
    • Pets allowed€7 per pet per night

    Fees

    • Damage deposit€300 per stay

    Extras and fees

    • Pets allowed

      Compulsory

      €7 per pet per night

    • Damage deposit

      CompulsoryPaid on arrival

      €300 per stay

    Rates from the house's price list. Whatever goes into the booking appears in the total as soon as you pick dates; the rest is paid on arrival.

    Location

    Livade are reffered to as the home of the Istrian truffle, where there is a Festival of the Truffle held every year. The Mirna valley and its surroundings are a rich wildlife location. Another interesting fact: in the early 20th century a railway called „Parenzana“ used to pass through Livade and that was important for the people of these parts because it connected them with the cities on the western Istrian coast. It lost its function long ago, but today it's used as a very accessible path for walkers and cyclists. There is so many nearby places worth visiting and here are a few: Grožnjan, a small town with art galeries (one of them was a 14th century smithy, the oldest in Istria); Završje, with amazingly preserved medieval architecture; Oprtalj, praised by the food and wine lovers; in the end there is Motovun, the best preserved medieval town in Istria. Motovun is quiet and calm during the winter, but in summer months it becomes a crowded place that offers various events of culture and entertainment, such as the Motovun Film Festival, hot air baloon races, wine festivals or paragliding competitions.

    Location

    Livade are reffered to as the home of the Istrian truffle, where there is a Festival of the Truffle held every year. The Mirna valley and its surroundings are a rich wildlife location. Another interesting fact: in the early 20th century a railway called „Parenzana“ used to pass through Livade and that was important for the people of these parts because it connected them with the cities on the western Istrian coast. It lost its function long ago, but today it's used as a very accessible path for walkers and cyclists. There is so many nearby places worth visiting and here are a few: Grožnjan, a small town with art galeries (one of them was a 14th century smithy, the oldest in Istria); Završje, with amazingly preserved medieval architecture; Oprtalj, praised by the food and wine lovers; in the end there is Motovun, the best preserved medieval town in Istria. Motovun is quiet and calm during the winter, but in summer months it becomes a crowded place that offers various events of culture and entertainment, such as the Motovun Film Festival, hot air baloon races, wine festivals or paragliding competitions.

    • Restaurant · Konoba Dorjana2.1 km
    • Town centre · Livade2.3 km
    • Shop · Market Livade2.3 km
    • Café2.3 km
    • Bus stop3.4 km
    • Cash machine3.4 km
    • Pharmacy3.5 km
    • Beach12.3 km
    • Sea15.4 km
    • Airport · Letališče Portorož / Aeroporto Portorose19.1 km

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    Availability

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    Price list

    Prices range €139 – €314 / Per night

    Price list

    • 12 Sept 2026 – 11 Dec 2026

      €139 / Per night€973 / 7 nights

      Minimum nights: 5 · Arrival: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

    • 12 Dec 2026 – 29 Dec 2026

      €270 / Per night€1,890 / 7 nights

      Minimum nights: 7 · Arrival: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

    • 30 Dec 2026 – 7 May 2027

      €170 / Per night€1,190 / 7 nights

      Minimum nights: 5 · Arrival: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

    • 8 May 2027 – 4 Jun 2027

      €206 / Per night€1,445 / 7 nights

      Minimum nights: 7 · Arrival: Sunday

    • 5 Jun 2027 – 25 Jun 2027

      €260 / Per night€1,818 / 7 nights

      Minimum nights: 7 · Arrival: Saturday

    • 26 Jun 2027 – 2 Jul 2027

      €270 / Per night€1,890 / 7 nights

      Minimum nights: 7 · Arrival: Saturday

    • 3 Jul 2027 – 20 Aug 2027

      €314 / Per night€2,195 / 7 nights

      Minimum nights: 7 · Arrival: Saturday

    • 21 Aug 2027 – 3 Sept 2027

      €213 / Per night€1,490 / 7 nights

      Minimum nights: 7 · Arrival: Saturday

    • 4 Sept 2027 – 10 Sept 2027

      €169 / Per night€1,185 / 7 nights

      Minimum nights: 7 · Arrival: Saturday

    • 11 Sept 2027 – 10 Dec 2027

      €139 / Per night€973 / 7 nights

      Minimum nights: 5 · Arrival: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

    • 11 Dec 2027 – 28 Dec 2027

      €270 / Per night€1,890 / 7 nights

      Minimum nights: 7 · Arrival: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

    Price-list rates for the whole house. “7 nights” is seven times the nightly rate of the same period — before discounts, extras and party size. The final amount is worked out as soon as you pick arrival and departure.

    House rules

    1. Check-in from16:00
    2. Check-out by10:00
    • Pets welcomeTell us who is coming along, so the host knows.

    Frequently asked questions

    How many guests does Villa Alba sleep?

    Villa Alba sleeps up to 7 guests. It has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

    Does Villa Alba have a private pool?

    Yes, Villa Alba has a private pool for the guests of the house.

    Are pets allowed at Villa Alba?

    Yes, pets are welcome. Tell us who is coming along, so the host knows.

    What are the check-in and check-out times at Villa Alba?

    Check-in is from 16:00 and check-out by 10:00.

    How far is the beach from Villa Alba?

    The nearest beach is about 12.3 km away.

    Where is Villa Alba located?

    Villa Alba is located in Livade, Motovun, Croatia. The nearest airport, Letališče Portorož / Aeroporto Portorose, is about 19.1 km away.

    Can I book Villa Alba online?

    Yes. Pick your dates in the calendar to see the exact price for your stay and book online.

    Reviews

    10,0(15)
    • M.Günther

      10,0

      Perfect

      a really beautiful house - a mix between the old charm and modern interior. Additional a perfect location to reach all interesting points in Istria. Very kind and helpfull owners. Only the pool was to cold to swim in at the end of September :-) We could recommend this nice house

    • Helyn Latham

      10,0

      Beautiful house!

      This is a truly beautiful house, with fantastic views of the valley, while nestled into the lovely Istrian countryside. The house has been sympathetically renovated, maintaining the original charm of the old house. The Owners were really friendly and helpful, and on arrival made us feel like we were old friends staying in their beautiful house. The house and pool/pool area are beautifully furnished, and well thought out. The location is idyllic, with walks straight from the door (Parenzana Railway Track Route for example). The historical hill top town of Motovun is only 10min drive away, the nearest supermarkets approx. 25mins drive away. The lovely town of Rovinj 50mins, Pula 1hour drive away, yet when you are in the house you feel like you are miles from anything. We can totally recommend this house.

    • jørgen s

      10,0

      super sted

      kan kun anbefale dette sted dejlig roligt

    Reviews

    • M.Günther

      10,0

      Perfect

      a really beautiful house - a mix between the old charm and modern interior. Additional a perfect location to reach all interesting points in Istria. Very kind and helpfull owners. Only the pool was to cold to swim in at the end of September :-) We could recommend this nice house

    • Helyn Latham

      10,0

      Beautiful house!

      This is a truly beautiful house, with fantastic views of the valley, while nestled into the lovely Istrian countryside. The house has been sympathetically renovated, maintaining the original charm of the old house. The Owners were really friendly and helpful, and on arrival made us feel like we were old friends staying in their beautiful house. The house and pool/pool area are beautifully furnished, and well thought out. The location is idyllic, with walks straight from the door (Parenzana Railway Track Route for example). The historical hill top town of Motovun is only 10min drive away, the nearest supermarkets approx. 25mins drive away. The lovely town of Rovinj 50mins, Pula 1hour drive away, yet when you are in the house you feel like you are miles from anything. We can totally recommend this house.

    • jørgen s

      10,0

      super sted

      kan kun anbefale dette sted dejlig roligt

    • Zlatko T.

      10,0

      Amazing

      After 2 weeks in beutiful Brac we took the car up to Villa Alba for a week stay. And when we arrive we met the owner Adrian and his wife. Already there we felt this will be great. The owner told everthing what we needed. 5 stars for that. And now to the house. WOOW What a house it was everything we expected. Just like the pictures. Its very luxuriy ,charmig, romantic and realy nice furnitured inside the house... very stylish. The house Villa Alba included the nature around the area included Motovun is defenitly the best week of all our stay ever. I can realy recommend this Villa Thanks Adrian for everthing

    • Inkerie C.

      10,0

      very nice and relaxing house in the hills

      Very nice and relaxing house in the hills with a great view!!! Very friendly owners who welcomed us in the house and explained everything. The house is very nice, in the hills above Livade with a great view over the landscape of the vale of Mirna, in the distance is Motovun to see. The house is stylish, modern and comfortable. Our three children had a lot of fun in the pool. One highlight was the telescope with which Saturn could be observed at night. In the nearby Livade there are two restaurants in which truffles can be enjoyed and a small supermarket. You can easily make trips to Motovun, Groznjan, Porec or Rovinj. We had a great, relaxing week at Villa Alba!

    • Anonymous Wien

      10,0

      Einfach perfekt zum Entspannen!

      Wir haben den Urlaub in der Villa Alba sehr genossen, die Ruhe und der fantastische Blick ins Mirnatal haben uns schon am ersten Tag unseren Alltgsstress vergessen lassen. Das Haus ist perfekt eingerichtet, die Zimmeraufteilung ideal für uns und unsere Tochter. Der riesige Kamin im Wohnzimmer hat uns gleich sehr gefallen und wurde von uns voll genutzt - da zu Ostern noch kälter als normal. Karmela und Adrian sind perfekte Gastgeber, jederzeit bereit für Anfragen und hilfsbereit. Wir fanden es so schön dass wir im Oktober wieder kommen möchten!

    • Davor and Lori

      10,0

      Million Dollar View from Luxurious Villa Alba

      Four of us stayed in June at Villa Alba in June and were captivated by the natural surroundings and the luxurious villa. From the moment we arrived when we were met by Adrian and Carmela our hosts we knew this would be a special week. The quiet location of this villa located in a spectacular valley overlooking the hilltop town of Motovun is truly a sight to behold, the villa has it all and upon arrival it was clean and welcoming. It was exactly the relaxing break from our busy lives we all needed. The villa is located in a serene location and is within a short drive to many of our Istria’s favourite locations. From here you can visit Pula, Rovinj, Buzet and many wineries and scenic locations in Istria within a half hour drive. A perfect place to rest, relax and experience Istria at the pace we wanted, at the end of each day we looked forward to returning to Villa Alba for a swim, dinner and gorgeous sunset. We absolutely recommend Villa Alba to anyone looking for a spectacular place to stay while enjoying everything Istria has to offer and we look forward to coming back often. Thank you Adrian and Carmela for a wonderful visit to your Villa Alba!

    • Maxi S.

      10,0

      Hervorragend

      Wunderschöne Lage mit herrlichem Ausblick für sehr entspannte Ferien.

    • Stefan Wolter

      10,0

      Toller Urlaub für Familie mit Hund

      Wir hatten einen sehr freundlichen Empfang durch die Besitzer Karmela und Adrain. Tolles und sauberes Haus (welches 100% den Bildern entspricht), sehr gut und liebevoll eingerichtet. Wer nicht jeden Tag in den großen Pool möchte, kann den tollen Wasserpark oder das Meer in ca. 25min. mit dem Auto erreichen. Das Haus liegt abseits des Tourismus in schöner Umgebung, d.h. wer Ruhe sucht wird sie hier finden. Dennoch ist man mit dem Auto in 5-10 min. an einen der vielen guten Konobas. Wir als vierköpfige Familie mit Hunden hatten wunderschöne Tage in diesem Haus verbracht. Nochmals lieben Dank an Karmela und Adrian, ihr seid super Gastgeber und hattet uns bei Fragen immer sofort geholfen. Liebe Grüße von Fam. Wolter

    • Annett S.

      10,0

      Wunderbare Erholung in schickem Haus

      Wunderbare Erholung in schickem Haus mit bestem Blick und tollem Pool Das Haus bietet alles, was man zu einem entspannten Urlaub braucht. Es ist toll ausgestattet, sehr gemütlich eingerichtet, sehr gepflegt, verfügt über ein schönes Grundstück, welches ebenfalls sehr gepflegt ist. Der Pool war für uns dank der zugebuchten Poolheizung jeden Tag ausgiebig zu nutzen. Sonne konnte man auf den zahlreichen Liegen in aller Ruhe genießen. Der Blick übers Mirnatal ist traumhaft. Mit unserem Hund konnten wir schöne Spaziergänge in die Natur unternehmen. Da Trüffelsaison war, kamen wir auch kulinarisch voll auf unsere Kosten. Vielen Dank an Adrian und Karmela für die sehr freundliche Betreuung! Wir kommen gern wieder.

    • Linda H

      10,0

      Beautiful location, spotlessly clean and excellent

      On arrival we were greeted warmly by the host Carmilla, plus her partner Adrian had phoned us the day before to check on our arrival time. We felt very welcomed and were shown in detail all the facilities of the villa. It was very clean and we had everything that we needed for a relaxing two week holiday. The location of the villa is very central in Istria and so we were able to drive to all the places we wanted to visit. The villa has fantastic views across the valley and of the town of Motovun on the hill. There are a few houses nearby, but apart from that it was very secluded. The swimming pool was ideal as it was not too deep and had a shallow shelf to lie on. The kitchen was well equipped and there was a great BBQ as well. The beds were comfortable and all the rooms were spacious. There were also two bikes available for our use and we were able to cycle to the local shop in Livade for bread in the morning. Nearby in the local villages there are many restaurants with Croatian food and we enjoyed eating at the restaurants in Motovun as well. Carmilla visited us after the first week to bring us freshly cleaned linen for the beds and towels for the bathrooms. We would highly recommend a stay at this fantastic villa.

    • Thomas W.

      10,0

      Fantastisk sted

      Vi er netop hjemvendt efter en dejlig ferie i Kroatien. Vi kan ikke rose huset, beliggenheden samt værtsparret nok. De var utrolig gæstfrie og særdeles hjælpsomme. Kunne vi give oplevelsen 6 stjerner, så havde den fået 6 stjerner.

    • Mrs Gill Howard

      10,0

      Totally relaxing break !

      Beautiful house and pool, and spotlessly clean. View over the valley and meals outside everyday made for a wonderfully relaxing week. Road up the hill to the property is single track, but fully tarred road and we got used to it pretty quickly. Enjoyed a delicious meal in Livade on our last night. A really great holiday for us all ( 3 teen/student aged "children" and parents) Thank you !

    • Thomas

      10,0

      Traumhaft

      Wunderschöne Villa zum entspannen. So schön wie auf den Fotos! Liebe Gastgeber und toll ausgestattetes Haus. Schöner Blick auf Motovun und tolles Panorama. Top Lage für Ausflüge in Istrien. Wir hatten eine tolle Zeit hier und kommen aufjedenfall wieder!

    • BAkaric

      10,0

      Excellent

      Beautiful old stone house restored with all the modern features. Location is stunning - very isolated with beautiful views and only sounds of nature. It''s only half an hour to the coast although we prefer the interior especially during high summer season. Karmela and Adrian are wonderful hosts. The house is equipped with everything one can possibly need, including a telescope - there is an open sky with very little light pollution. We had seven adults in the house and we felt very comfortable, mostly because we spend majority of our time sitting on the covered terrace or around the pool. I would love to come back!

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