The apartment for 6 guests located in Gornji Picudo, a small village near Umag, is a wonderful accommodation offering comfort and tranquility in a setting surrounded by greenery. The newly furnished apartment provides everything needed for a completely relaxing holiday away from the hustle and bustle of the city. The highlight of the accommodation is the attic on the upper floor with a small terrace overlooking the beautiful surrounding countryside.
The new apartment has been furnished with great care and attention, with maximum consideration given to guests' comfort.
The accommodation features a covered terrace at the entrance, furnished with a table and chairs where you can enjoy breakfast in the shade. In the entrance hallway, there is a door separating the staircase leading to the attic from the rest of the apartment. The attic is equipped with a double bed, a wardrobe, air conditioning, a refrigerator, and a bathroom with a shower. It also has access to a beautiful small terrace furnished with a table and two chairs. The attic is ideal for couples who wish to spend their holiday together while also enjoying their own privacy.
The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need, including an oven, refrigerator with freezer compartment, microwave oven, filter coffee machine, Moka pot, kettle, toaster, cookware, and kitchen utensils. The living area is furnished with a comfortable sofa, dining table with chairs, flat-screen satellite TV, and air conditioning.
The first bedroom features a double bed (160x200), bedside tables with reading lamps, two wardrobes, and a desk, while the second bedroom has two single beds. The full bathroom is equipped with a shower cabin, washbasin with cabinet and mirror, bidet, toilet, and washing machine. Two towels per person are provided, and bed linen is changed weekly.
In the garden, available for guests' private use, there is a barbecue, a table with chairs, and two sun loungers. Free private parking is also available near the house.
The neighborhood is extremely peaceful, consisting of only a few private houses with gardens and surrounded by beautiful nature. Lovers of peace and nature will be delighted by the nearby meadows and walking paths. The nearest grocery store is located in the village of Juricani, approximately 2.5 km away, while supermarkets and the center of Umag can be reached in just 10 minutes by car. The nearest rocky beach is about 8 km away, while sandy beaches are approximately 12 km away. The use of a car is highly recommended in this area.
In the center of Umag, we recommend visiting the museum, aquarium, and cathedral, taking a walk along the famous Umag seawall, exploring the narrow and charming streets of Umag's old town, the new square enhanced by a fountain, shopping in the town center, or visiting the waterfront stalls and playground for the enjoyment of children.
For larger grocery shopping, we recommend driving a few kilometers to the larger and more affordable supermarkets such as Lidl, Spar, Kaufland, or Plodine in Umag.
There are many leisure opportunities in the Umag area: tennis courts, the 18-hole Golf Club Adriatic, equestrian centers, sports centers for water sports enthusiasts where you can enjoy water skiing, diving, and boat rentals, the Jangalooz adventure park and mini-golf course near the Sol Stella Maris tourist resort, nightclubs, casinos, and various boat or bus excursions.
The area is rich in renowned restaurants, casual dining venues, pizzerias, fast-food outlets, and bars. Those wishing to explore Istria will discover caves, ruins, numerous churches, museums, and impressive marinas.
For days when the beach is not an option or for evening outings, unforgettable inland excursions are highly recommended. The picturesque artists' village of Grožnjan offers a beautiful terrace with magnificent views over the Mirna River Valley. Motovun is a typical medieval hilltop town known for its film festival, held every year at the end of July. Livade is famous for the white truffle found in the nearby forests. Astronomy enthusiasts wishing to admire the sky and stars can visit the Višnjan Observatory by appointment, located 30 km from Umag. Cave lovers should visit the beautiful Baredine Cave, only 15 km from Umag. Do not miss the opportunity to visit Hum, the smallest town in the world, just 60 km from Umag. The coastal towns of Pula, Rovinj, and Poreč are also worth visiting, as is the Brijuni National Park, which can also be explored through organized excursions.
Various boat trips known as "Fish Picnics" are organized, including fish or meat lunches and visits to Rovinj, Poreč, or Novigrad. Many tourists are also interested in the wonderful day trip to Venice by hydrofoil. For children's enjoyment, visit the Istralandia Water Park, 20 km from Umag, and the Dino Park theme park in Funtana, where fun is guaranteed, and excitement is shared by both children and adults. Food lovers can enjoy numerous tastings of excellent Istrian wines, cheeses, olive oil, traditional Istrian prosciutto, and much more.
The Trevitours travel agency is recommended for organized excursions, where the friendly and knowledgeable staff will assist you with great professionalism.
At the Trevitours agency, you can also rent bicycles and boats and purchase fishing licenses.
*Registration fee: €7 per person, payable in cash upon arrival.
*Pets are not allowed.
*Smoking is permitted on the terrace or outdoors only; smoking inside the apartment is not allowed.
*We kindly ask our guests:
-to respect the neighbors and behave calmly and discreetly, especially at night or during afternoon rest hours,
-for safety reasons, to switch off the air conditioning and washing machine when leaving the accommodation,
-to use the apartment equipment with care,
-to empty waste containers and wash used cutlery and kitchen utensils,
-to report any damage caused to the owner; after assessing the damage, the owner will request reimbursement in cash before departure,
-to inform the owner of the planned departure time one day before departure to arrange key handover.
*The accommodation must be vacated by 10:00 a.m. on the last day of the stay.
*Personalized transfers are available (for example: airport–accommodation, etc.).
