Istria in Autumn is marvelous - Book your Istrian villa now

Visiting Croatia this autumn may not be on your mind, but you feel the need to get away somewhere.

Now that it’s much cooler, you crave some change of scenery.

You got back to work after the summer holidays, and with some free time on your hands, you start reliving the wonderful times you had this summer.

Let’s presume you were in Croatia last time, but in Dalmatia.

This time, you’d skip Split and book a villa in Istria this autumn.

Why not book a villa in Istria this Autumn?

This idea can easily become reality, because we have the right kind of luxury villas in Istria that you’ll find equally amazing, like those you visited before, but somewhat more to the south of Croatia.

At Private Villas of Croatia, we can greet you at more than 20 Istrian villas located in different locations. Some are located on the Istrian coast, next to such amazing cities as Umag, where the well-known ATP tennis tournament is held, and Pula, with its magnificent amphitheatre, a remnant of the Roman era. This Roman amphitheater is the sixth-largest of antiquity and one of the best-preserved in the world.

Yes, you can revisit history here. The Romans made their presence felt mostly in coastal cities, and later, Venetian culture spread its magic on the narrow streets and buildings there.

Stay at an Istrian villa - spoil your palate

You shouldn’t bypass Istria.

It’s a gastronomical heaven for picky palates, one of the world’s best olive regions. Olive oil manufacturers in Istria collect awards at international fairs each year.

We’re pretty sure that olive oil won’t be the only thing that will attract you here and lure you to book a villa in Istria this autumn.

Istrian prosciutto and truffles are local delicacies that pair beautifully with olive oil, while a glass of Malvasia wine, so characteristic of the region, provides the perfect finishing touch.

And now let’s move on to what you came here for: to book an Istrian villa.

Istrian villas you can book this autumn - Villa Donna Istria and Villa Vista Zamask

The first villa we can recommend is this superb Istrian villa, Villa Donna Istria, which accommodates 8 guests. It’s one of the Istrian villas in our offer that gets booked quite quickly.

Evening by the pool in Villa Donna Istria

But with this Istrian villa, you’ll be in the heart of the Istrian peninsula, in a small settlement called Radetici, near Pazin.

Don’t worry. You won’t be cut off from civilization.

Being in the heart of Istria is a special place: Motovun is pretty close, the Istrian spot named one of the 18 most beautiful places in Europe by Timeout.

Luxury villa in Istria with pool, sauna, gym, and billiard table, surrounded by greenery - Villa Donna Istria

Villa Donna Istria offers you 400 square meters of interior space. It has four beautifully designed ensuite bedrooms, a sauna, a private gym, a billiards area with a wine cellar and a picture gallery, and a fully equipped kitchen.

The second villa you can consider booking this autumn is Villa Vista Zamask, a bit farther north of Villa Donna Istria.

This Istrian villa is in the heart of the Istrian peninsula, and it’s available for rent all year round. If you have pets, you can bring them with you, as this accommodation is pet-friendly. However, it charges a small fee (19 EUR).

Sunny day by the large pool overlooking hills in Istria - Villa Vista Zamask

Aerial photo of Villa Vista Zamask with pool and large garden in Istria

With this Istrian villa, you’ll be almost next to Motovun and amid the olive groves we mentioned above.

The luxurious Istrian villa can accommodate six guests, with one extra bed available if necessary.

And something not to overlook: you’ll be a temporary owner of a bio garden with seasonal vegetables! How great is that?!

If you’re keen on having plants, you might even learn more about gardening in this mild climate!

What’s on in Istria This Autumn if I Book Now?

Before we wrap up this small tour around the heart of Istria and find you the perfect Istrian villa to book this autumn, let’s just check what this Croatian region has in store for you. Oh, yes!

The truffle. The Istrian Tourist Board named it “His Majesty the Truffle of Istria”. If you enjoy adventure, consider trying the unique experience of truffle hunting in the Motovun Forest, guided by skilled truffle dogs in the beautiful Istria region.

You can combine this activity with one of the many cooking classes available and savor the traditional flavors of Istria.

One more activity to add to your list is wine tasting in Istria. Sample the traditional Malvazija white wine, which is typical for this area.

Sunset view of Tomaz winery in Motovun

For nature lovers, the numerous hiking trails offer breathtaking views of the countryside, all while enjoying the crisp fall air.

Ultimately, a getaway to an Istrian villa in autumn promises relaxation, adventure, and unforgettable memories in this captivating part of Croatia.

Written by: Zdravka Wieser