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Nestled in the heart of Istria, Villa Dino i Karla offers a serene retreat with a spacious garden and refreshing pool. This beautifully decorated villa features an old Istrian kitchen, game room with pool table, charcoal grill, shaded outdoor dining area and plenty of space for children to play.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms5 bathrooms400 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Spacious and beautiful stone Villa, private pool, garden, peaceful location

Villa Dino i Karla is a beautiful stone villa on the edge of the small village of Mengići, in the heart of Istria. Surrounded by nature, meadows, and woodland, it offers complete privacy, peaceful surroundings, and plenty of space for families or groups.

The entire house is air-conditioned and thoughtfully furnished. On the ground floor, you will find a traditional Istrian kitchen with an indoor fireplace, a games room with a billiard table, and an additional bedroom for two guests.

The first floor features a comfortable living room, a fully equipped kitchen, a bathroom, a separate WC, and two bedrooms with king-size beds. The bathroom with a whirlpool tub offers a relaxing place to unwind.

On the second floor, there are three bedrooms with double beds, one bedroom with three beds, two bathrooms, and a shaded terrace.

The fenced garden offers plenty of space for children to play, sunny and shaded areas, a private pool, a covered outdoor dining area, and a charcoal barbecue. Parking for five cars is available inside the fenced property, with additional parking outside if needed.

Thanks to its quiet location near the woods, the villa is ideal for relaxing holidays, as well as walking and cycling in the surrounding nature.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 55 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 step to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Composting
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 4,306 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 28

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Minimum age of 28 is mandatory (not applicable onl

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Ein Haustier in der Villa kostenlos begrüßt

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 June - 30 September, EUR 0.67 per person, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 October - 30 November, EUR 0.54 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 49574604184

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Located in Zminj, this villa is in a rural area and near the beach. Posebni ornitološki rezervat Palud and Festinsko kraljevstvo Cave reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Višnjan Observatory and Paleo Park. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and horse riding nearby. Visit our Zminj travel guide
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Žminj

What's nearby

  • Rovinj Harbour
    Rovinj Harbour
    35 min drive - 30.0 km
  • Pula Arena
    Pula Arena
    38 min drive - 39.3 km
  • Festinsko kraljevstvo Cave
    7 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Punta Verudela Beach
    45 min drive - 43.9 km
  • Bijeca Beach
    47 min drive - 48.8 km

Getting around

  • Pula Station
    34 min drive
  • Pula (PUY)
    35 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pizzeria Orhideja
    8 min drive
  • Caffe Bar Erman
    9 min drive
  • Pizzeria Zara
    17 min drive
  • Stancija 1904., Smoljanci
    13 min drive
  • Restoran Zminjka
    8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Spacious and beautiful stone Villa, private pool, garden, peaceful location have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Spacious and beautiful stone Villa, private pool, garden, peaceful location pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Spacious and beautiful stone Villa, private pool, garden, peaceful location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious and beautiful stone Villa, private pool, garden, peaceful location?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious and beautiful stone Villa, private pool, garden, peaceful location located?

This family-friendly Zminj villa is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Festinsko kraljevstvo Cave and Kazun. Grimani Castle and Cistern are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Spacious and beautiful stone Villa, private pool, garden, peaceful location Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

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9.4

Location

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Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darren A.

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The house was fantastic – spacious and packed with entertainment to keep both kids and adults entertained. Everything was immaculately presented, and drinks and snacks were provided upon check-in. Suzanna was lovely, very accommodating and super friendly. Shops were a short drive away, and some lovely local towns were less than 30 minutes by car. Communication in advance was fantastic, with clear directions. Overall, we had a fantastic stay!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Daniela K.

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We spent a wonderful week here in July with our whole family and had an amazing time. The stone house is spacious, spotless, and beautifully designed, with a large outdoor area that has everything you need. The property is peaceful and quiet, bit only a short drive to stunning places like Rovinj. Perfect for families or groups looking to relax and explore the region of Istria.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Wayne B.

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Excellent!

The villa was wonderful and the hosts took great care of us. It was a delightful experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

Very nice people. Great house with all kind off facilities. Pleasant area to stay and all the popular city's are avalaible within half a hour by car.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen C.

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Beautiful villa

Highly recommend, definitely need a car however. Spotlessly clean and every piece of kitchen equipment you could wish for. Loved the pool and table tennis. Hosts very welcoming and helpful (son speaks excellent English!) Would return.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul T.

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Great Villa and a fantastic stay.

The communication was very good and I also got an answer immediately. The villa itself is very beautiful and the surrounding is very quiet. It was very clean an the pool was nice. All over a perfect stay. We stayed there with 11 grown ups and 2 children. There are many possibilities to play for children and for grown ups you can play table tennis and Billard.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth H.

Fantastic!

We were three families (7 adults, 7 kids) staying at the Villa for one week, and it was an amazing house! The kids were occupied with all the facilities (Pool, Billiards, Trampoline, Ping Pong, Slide, Swing), which meant the adults could relax. The place is huge, so one can slip away and sit on one of the many balconies and relax with a book. The host was VERY accommodating, and took very good care of us. They lived next door, and came over with cakes and desserts several times during our stay. Whatever our question was, they followed up! The location is quite ideal too, as its a short drive to most places of interest. Pula is only 30min away, the same with Rovinj. We would recommend hiring a car for the duration of the stay, as its difficult to get around by bus or taxi. All in all we had an amazing time at the Villa, and will definitely try and book it next time we are coming to Croatia from Norway.
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10/10 Excellent

Jeannette L.

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Tolles Haus, sehr schöne Möbel drinnen und draußen und sehr freundliche Vermieter
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arturo C.

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Wir waren 8 Motorradfahrer und habe die Zeit in der Villa genossen....alles war perfekt und nur weiter zu empfehlen. Danke an die Vermieterin.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ludwig R.

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Familienfreundlich und saubere Zimmer
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

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Wir waren vollkommen zufrieden mit unserem Aufenthalt in der Unterkunft. Alles war sauber, nett und sehr freundlich – wir haben uns rundum wohlgefühlt. Gerne wieder!
Tolles Haus, tolle Vermieter! Danke! Wir kommen wieder!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra P.

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Wir waren als Gruppe mit 4 Familien dort (8 Erwachsene, 6 Kinder und 2 Hunde) und könnten nicht glücklicher sein! Die Gastgeberin war so herzlich und wir haben uns direkt herzlich willkommen gefühlt! Es war sehr sauber, ordentlich hergerichtet und die Fotos werden den Räumlichkeiten absolut nicht gerecht - wir waren überrascht wie viel größer das Ferienhaus ist!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christoph D.

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Perfekter Urlaub

Es hat alles genau wie beschrieben super gepasst. Die Gastgeberin war unglaublich freundlich und hat uns den Urlaub nochmal verschönert. Der Außenbereich war perfekt.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sophie M.

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Excellent

Le lieu est reculé , au calme, le logement était parfaitement conforme à l’annonce, spacieux et propre. Les propriétaires très très gentils. Je recommande à 100%.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia A.

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Super unterkunft

Super nette Gastgeberin, tolle Unterkunft. Alles perfekt und man hat seine Ruhe. Die Gastgeberin ist sehr zuvorkommend und hat sich sehr viel mühe gegeben sich mit uns zu unterhalten. Immer wieder gerne.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Felix R.

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Perfekter Gruppenurlaub

Tolle Villa mit super Ausstattung, welche keine Wünsche offen lässt. Sehr freundliche Vermieterin, welche uns zudem mit Leckereien versorgt hat. Außergewöhnlich! Haus ist etwas abgelegen, war uns aber bewusst.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tilo S.

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einfach nur schön

Es war eine wunderschöne Woche. Die Villa ist wirklich traumhaft schön , etwas abseits vielleicht, aber um Istrien zu erkunden wiederum ideal, weil genau in der Mitte der Halbinsel und somit relativ kurze Anfahrwege in alle Richtungen. Wetter passte auch und der Pool wurde gut genutzt. Die Ausstattung war eh perfekt: Spielhaus, Trampolin, Billard, Tischtennis, Grillmöglichkeiten und, und, und..., alles da für einen perfekten Familienurlaub. Und dann die Vermieterin, Suzane, vielen Dank an dieser Stelle noch mal. Sie hat uns mit süßem Gebäck verwöhnt und war immer da um zu schauen das wir uns wohl fühlen. Herzlichen Dank noch mal! Es war wirklich eine der schönsten Urlaubsreisen überhaupt, kann ich nur weiter empfehlen!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kurt G.

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Wunderbar

Perfekte Woche, Haus gross und sauber. Sehr nette, freundliche und liebe Gastgeberin.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

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Traumhaus mit Pefekter Gastgeberin

Das Haus ist super schön, alles ist blitz blank und die Gastgeberin ist wohl die netteste Person in ganz Kroatien. Ihre Gastfreundschaft ist wirklich unglaublich und haben wir so noch nie erlebt bei anderen Unterkünften. Wir waren 6 Erwachsene und 8 Kinder. Das schöne an der Villa ist der Aussenbereich und der kurze Weg in die Küche. Wir konnten uns immer draussen aufhalten. Ein Stromanschluss ist draussen auch vorhanden. Zum Haus: Haus ist in 3 Etagen aufgeteil EG, 1.OG u d 2OG Die Wohnungen sind im Haus nicht verbunden, man gelangt aussen herum zu den Wohnungen. Das war für uns perfekt. Lage: Man ist fast ganz alleine. Die Nachbarn sind super nett. Ca 7 minuten entfernt ist ein supermarkt. Zum nächst größeren Kaufland dauert es ca 30-40 minuten. Mit dem Auto natürlich. Wir können die Unterkunft sehr empfehlen, wir hatten eine sehr tolle Zeit und noch nie so eine nette und aufmerksame Vermieterin. Vielen Dank
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Niko Z.

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Ein Paradies der Erholung

Unser Aufenthalt in der Steinvilla war einfach nur phänomenal und hat alle unsere Erwartungen übertroffen! Als drei Familien, bestehend aus insgesamt 6 Erwachsenen und 8 Kindern im Alter von 5 bis 16 Jahren, suchen wir nach einer geräumigen Unterkunft mit Privatpool, um gemeinsam eine entspannte Zeit zu verbringen. Und die Steinvilla hat uns in jeder Hinsicht beeindruckt! Die großzügige Raumaufteilung der Villa bot uns ausreichend Platz, um uns frei zu bewegen und den Urlaub in vollen Zügen zu genießen. Besonders der Privatpool war ein echtes Highlight für alle, sowohl für die Erwachsenen als auch für die Kinder. Wir verbrachten herrliche Stunden im Pool und hatten eine Menge Spaß. Die Sauberkeit der Villa und die gepflegte Gartenanlage verdienen besonderes Lob. Alles war in einem hervorragenden Zustand und wirkte äußerst einladend. Die ruhige Lage der Steinvilla trug zusätzlich zu einer erholsamen Atmosphäre bei. Wir konnten die Stille und Schönheit der Umgebung genießen und den Alltagsstress hinter uns lassen. Die herzliche Begrüßung mit kalten Getränken und Süßigkeiten war eine nette Geste und ließ uns sofort willkommen fühlen. Aber die Krönung war die Überraschung von Gastgeberin Suzane mit Pfannkuchen. Das war einfach nur köstlich und zeigte ihre außergewöhnliche Gastfreundschaft. Insgesamt können wir die Steinvilla uneingeschränkt empfehlen. Es war ein unvergesslicher Urlaub, der uns allen noch lange in Erinnerung bleiben wird. Wir möchten uns herzlich bei den Gast
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel D.

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Wunderschönes Anwesen !

Wir waren mit neun Erwachsenen und drei Kindern für eine Woche in diesem sehr schönen, großen Anwesen und wir waren rundum zufrieden ! Äußerst nette Vermieter, super sauber, topp Ausstattung und eine sehr schöne Außenanlage mit Pool und Grillbereich. Dass es ein wenig abgelegen ist, war uns bewusst und hat uns nicht gestört. Wir können das Anwesen und seine Vermieter rundherum empfehlen !
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ursula Schäuble u.

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Hervorragend

Wir waren schon zum zweiten Mal hier und haben es sehr genossen. Alles war perfekt und Suzanna hat uns mit leckerem Gebäck verwöhnt.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Reinhard S.

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Unbedingt empfehlenswert

Wir schließen uns den bisherigen Bewertungen voll an. Einziger Nachteil (je nach Ansprüchen) ist die abgelegene Lage. Fußläufig geht hier gar nichts, ausser spazierengehen in einer sehr schönen Umgebung. Wir würden diese Unterkunft bei Bedarf sofort wieder buchen.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ursula Schäuble u.

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Hervorragende Unterkunft

Alles von Anfang an prima. Getränke, Gebäck wurden bereitgestellt. Super netter Kontakt, wir kommen sicher wieder.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

roland m.

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Perfektes Villa, wir waren sehr zufrieden. Alles bestens.

Super Villa.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022