Vacation rentals in Gorski kotar

We recently had the pleasure of staying at Tom’s and I can’t recommend it highly enough! The apartment is thoughtfully decorated and impeccably clean. From the fully stocked kitchen to the comfortable living and sleeping areas, every detail has been taken care of. The little charming city of Cres is just 20min away (by car) and had everything we needed - supermarket, ATMs, great restaurants and cafes and even two real beekeeper’s shops, which we especially loved. The island itself is a true paradise for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. One of the best beaches is just 10 minutes away and with all the singing birds and deers casually walking around the house, we felt like we were in a real wild paradise. Our dog was extremely happy too! And what truly sets this experience apart is the incredibly hospitable mother of Tom, Blazhena. She went above and beyond to ensure our stay was perfect. Her warm personality and genuine care for her guests create an unforgettable experience.

When we booked Klaudia’s place a few months ago, Cres was just a name on a map—but what we found was a hidden gem. Beli village is truly special: full of soul, history, and wild, untouched beauty. We hiked through ancient olive groves, swam in quiet coves, and watched griffon vultures soaring overhead. The nature here is unforgettable. The house was perfect for a relaxing family holiday. Our children loved the jacuzzi, and we enjoyed meals out on the terrace every day, blessed with beautiful weather. Aaron was so kind and helpful—waiting up for us when we arrived late and helping with our bags. And thank you to Klaudia for checking in when we missed the last ferry from Brestova. (A tip for future guests: check ferry schedules in advance—we didn’t, and had to drive an extra 1.5 hours in the dark to Valbiska. Thankfully, we still made it across.) We came looking for rest and are leaving with full hearts. Thank you for sharing your lovely place with us.

Had an amazing stay at the villa. Great location, close to the airport and has many good restaurants, beaches and natural scenery nearby. The place was new, clean, in a wonderful condition with all necessary amenities. Would 100% recommend for people looking for a peaceful idyllic holiday at the Croatian seaside. Many thanks to the lovely host who was very welcoming and responsive!

We liked the stay in the apartment very much. The location is perfect ( 3 min to the beach ), with beautiful views of Vrbnik and the sea. We found the apartment clean and spotless as described. Also the roof terrace with sea view was a big plus. Unfortunately, we couldn't open the windows at night because the cars passing by were partly noisy. Our host Marija was very friendly, accommodating and helpful. We also especially loved the flexible check-in and Marija accessibility. We would love to come again and wish you all the best.

I can recommand Dragans place, as he is a great host, the place with pool is really nice and there is so much do do and explore in this area! I will come again!

Beautiful new modern place to stay. Well-equipped, clean, super accessible. Absolutely recommend!

Me and my friends had an incredible stay in Igors beautiful apartment!! It was well equipped with everything we needed, and the view was stunning. Really close to the sea and had a store right next to the building. Igor was a really helpful host and responded quickly. He left us a welcome bottle of wine and showed us around the apartment when we arrived which was really appreciated. Would love to come back!!

Very nice apartment and well equipped. We felt very comfortable, especially on the terrace. Everything was clean and designed with love. Only the bathroom and shower were quite narrow, which was okay for me personally, just for info, in case anyone is claustrophobic. The hosts were very friendly and responded very quickly to messages and questions. Always easily accessible :) From the location: 5 min walk to the beach, 2 min walk to a small shop and bakery, 10 min drive from Pula Overall, we enjoyed it very much :)

We stayed for the 2nd time in the beautiful cottage Casa Bel Olivo in the middle of the great old village of Vodnjan, we felt very comfortable again. There is everything you need for a nice stay, the location is ideal for a holiday in the south of Istria, you can reach any desired destinations quickly.