Villa Extravaganza, Vinišće

Perched right on the edge of the ocean, this luxury beachfront villa in Croatia couldn’t have a more magical setting. Its whitewashed walls seem to shimmer against the blue skies, and the three floors of this fabulously stylish building almost seem to be tumbling down the hill towards the sea.

Its secluded position in a beautiful bay means you have a real feeling of peace here. Despite being within easy reach of lots of tourist attractions, Villa Extravaganza feels truly private – a secret best kept to yourself.

And extravaganza it is, with no expense spared and every detail carefully considered, too. Running through each of the floors is a wooden staircase, beautifully lit, geometric artworks and a sophisticated colour palette of neutrals, dark blues and golds.

The main living area is huge and comprises a contemporary living space with velvet sofas and armchairs set around occasional tables, a stylish and comfortable dining space seating eight and a well-equipped kitchen with marble worktops and sociable ‘bar’ area where you can relax with a glass of wine and chat to whoever is ‘chef’ for the evening. The property has WiFi, and Apple TV with wireless surround sound speakers. There’s also a gym and indoor sauna.

It’s the outdoor spaces that make this luxury villa really special, however. The property is surrounded by lush gardens and has quick access to the sea below. There’s an outdoor terrace, with outstanding sea views, lit by candles in the evenings – it’s hard to imagine a more magical spot for dinner. And then there’s the swimming pool terrace; a stunning heated infinity swimming pool that looks straight out to sea, where you can do a few lengths or just enjoy the hydrotherapy massage. The swimming pool is surrounded by luxury loungers, perfect for retreating to with a book in the sunshine, and nearby are shaded outdoor coffee spots and a barbecue area in which to prepare long, lazy meals.

Long after the sky has darkened and the lights twinkled on all around Villa Extravaganza, you’ll slink off to cool sheets and spa-style bathrooms in the super-comfy, air-conditioned, en-suite bedrooms, ready to re-energise for another day in the sun.

This luxury villa in Croatia is perched on the edge of the sea in a quiet bay. The property is in a pretty fishing village near Trogir, just outside Vinisce at the southern end of Croatia’s coastline. The village is within easy reach of both Trogir and Split where there is lots of history and culture to soak up.

The nearest airports on the mainland are Split, 16km away, and Zadar, 92km away. You can also fly to the nearby island of Brac if you want to take in the island first.

Villa Extravaganza is a self-catering property with a well-equipped kitchen, allowing you to make the most of the exciting local food scene and array of wonderful restaurants. Trogir is particularly well-served for high-end eateries.

The villa itself has a chic and stylish indoor dining area, adjacent to the living space as well as a simply stunning outdoor dining terrace with panoramic Adriatic views. There’s also an outdoor kitchen where you can enjoy cooking alfresco.

Should you require a private chef for a special occasion or celebration, or need help with booking tables for dinner, your concierge will be only too happy to help.

For a family-friendly villa in Croatia, look no further. Extravaganza has lots of space to play both indoors and in the surrounding gardens, and kids will love the proximity to the beach here, as well as waking up to see the sea every morning.

Children of all ages will make the most of the private infinity swimming pool, while teens will enjoy the sauna and gym, too.

A concierge service is available and they’ll be able to book nannies and babysitters for you if required.