Holiday home - Pula-Galizana, Croatia

Description

The charming Villa Aurora is a family villa in a breathtaking Istrian landscape, overlooking the sea from one side, and the large olive garden with 8000 olive trees from the other side. The villa can accommodate up to 8 people. The first floor is divided into a fully equipped kitchen, a spacious living and dining area, a bathroom and one of the three bedrooms with a double bed. The sofa in the living room is large enough to accommodate two people. The upper floor consists of two cozy bedrooms, each with a double bed and en-suite bathroom with shower. The balcony on the upper floor is the best place to start the day with a wonderful view. You are sure to spend most of your vacation in the villa's garden, where you can lounge on the sun loungers, relax and enjoy yourself. The covered terrace with dining area in the garden is the perfect gathering place for al fresco meals. The location of the villa is ideal in that it offers peace and relaxation, but also allows stunning beaches, the historic city of Pula, or one of the many picturesque Istrian hilltop towns to reach within a short drive, should you decide to leave the comfort of your villa.Galizana is a small village near Pula, the largest city in Istria, known for historical sights. The history of Galizana dates back to Roman times, when Galizana was the crossroads of Roman trade routes. Today it is a small town of 1500 inhabitants, with the 17th century parish church of St. Rocco in the center of the town. As it is an agricultural region, the population is mainly engaged in viticulture, olive growing and livestock farming, producing olive oil, goat cheese and other local products. The advantage of Galizana is its peaceful location in the typical Istrian countryside and its proximity to many attractive amenities, just a short drive away. Just a few of them are the Roman amphitheater from the 1st century, the Brijuni Islands National Park with a unique golf course and a safari park, and many other cultural and tourist attractions. Find your perfect spot on a pebble, stone or sandy beach on the coast between Fazana and Valbadon, just 5 km from Galizana, or visit the rocky beaches of the Kamenjak Nature Park, the southernmost point of Istria. Discover central Istria and the medieval hilltop towns, with their rich heritage, tradition and gastronomic delicacies. Don't miss the Istrian truffle and prosciutto! For active vacationers, the area offers many cycling trails and other sports facilities. Within 30 km you can reach the breathtaking Lim Bay and try kayaking, or visit the most romantic Istrian town of Rovinj.