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Heritage Villa, Waterfront, Back Garden, Guest Suite, Kotor Bay Views

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The View!
The Top 3 Floors of an  Over 300-Year-Old Captains House
Made for Entertaining - Custom Kitchen with High End Appliances
Few Homes have Kotor Bay Views like ours, but even fewer have a Garden like this
Walled and private back garden and patio (looking toward the guesthouse.)

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10232.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Prcanj, Kotor Municipality
  • Church of the Nativity of the Virgin Mary
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Kotor Old Town Walls
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Clock Tower
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Tivat (TIV)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bunk Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Heritage Villa, Waterfront, Back Garden, Guest Suite, Kotor Bay Views

Overview: This beautifully renovated 300 year old captain’s stone house is on the Prcanj waterfront, one of the picturesque villages on the UNESCO protected Kotor Bay. Casa Zarden is the top three floors and is host to a lush back garden with an outdoor kitchen/barbecue/dining area and a separate guest house. There is access to a large ponta/jetty in front of the house and a small beach is just two doors down. Perfect for 1 or 2 families: extra beds can be added.

More about our home: Casa Zarden is a unique home, in just as unique location. It has two restaurants and a well stocked mini market a two minute walk away. The main village of Prcanj, with a supermarket, restaurant, café, bakery and post office, is a five minute walk away. Kotor, the Unesco heritage walled castle city, is a 10 minute drive, and Tivat, home to the super yacht marina, Porto Montenegro, is a twenty minute drive away. Casa Zarden is also on the local bus line to both Kotor and Tivat.

Casa Zarden is fully equipped with all the amenities to make your stay enjoyable –even a Meile espresso machine and a large traditional outdoor barbeque with an electric spit.

The home is accessed by stone steps on the side of the house (there is a separate apartment on the first floor) that leads to the beautifully lush walled back garden. Here there is a gas barbecue, an outdoor kitchen with sink and a large traditional barbecue with an electric spit, sink, a small granite bar style table with four bar stools, a glass top table and six chairs. There is ambient lighting and an outdoor sound system. At the back of the garden there is a casita/guest house. The casita is a twin bunk bed studio apartment with a kitchenette and separate bathroom with a shower. It also has its own separate garden in front.

At the other end of the garden is the main entrance to the house and the main floor that consists of a very modern kitchen and the living room. The kitchen is fully equipped with all the appliances one would expect as well as an American sized fridge and freezer (with an ice maker), Meile espresso maker, microwave, steamer, dishwasher, and a washer and a dryer, There is an island in the middle with a ceramic hob and lots of extra counter space. There is also a bar style eating area at the far side of the island as well as a dining table and chairs. There is a bathroom off the kitchen.

The living room is spacious with striking views of the bay and the majestic mountains. It has a flat screen TV (cable) large couch, sound system and a computer desk area. There is wifi throughout most of the house. From the living room there is access to an elegantly carved small stone balcony: Perfect to sit and watch the world go by.

The stairs off the kitchen lead to the second floor with 3 bedrooms: 3 queen size, a large hall and a bathroom with a bath and European shower. One of the queen size bedrooms is at the back of the house and looks toward the back garden. The other 2 queen size rooms offer exceptional views of the water through the “porthole” windows. All rooms have Dutch doors with hand blown art glass.

The third floor, Master Bedroom, is a queen sized bedroom with an en suite bathroom with a shower. Off the bedroom is a private balcony that offers a stunning vista of the bay, mountains and Prcanj village. It is also host to a small gym area.

Directly across the street is the “ponta” (swimming pier). All pontas (the cement jetties that dot the waterfront) are public and there are 2 big trees for shade and plenty of room to catch some rays. We also provide patio furnature.

There is air conditioning/heating throughout the house.

Prcanj is a perfect get away spot to either relax on the ponta/jetty reading or swimming or taking a stroll into town to visit the many restaurants, cafes and historical sites. Hop on the bus (just outside our gate and runs every hour) to explore the walled castle city of Kotor (10-15 mins depending on traffic) or, in the opposite direction, to Tivat and the super yacht marina, Porto Montenegro or Tivat's famous waterfront "Pine" (20 -30 mins depending on traffic.)

Property manager

Julie Bradshaw

Languages

Croatian, English, Slovenian

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Amenities

Kitchen
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Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
*See note in custom house rules.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking indoors, outdoors (patio/ponta) is fine
I believe it is suitable for any age. We have had guests aged 2-80 years. It is on the water and in season,a busy road, so some caution is warranted.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and outdoor lighting

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kotor

Located in Kotor, this villa is on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Kotor Bay and Jaz Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Porto Montenegro. Looking to get your feet wet? Power boating, sailing and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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Prcanj, Kotor Municipality

What's nearby

  • Church of the Nativity of the Virgin Mary - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Kotor Old Town Walls - 8 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Clock Tower - 8 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Sea Gate - 8 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Porto Montenegro - 18 min drive - 12.4 km

Getting around

  • Tivat (TIV) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Citadella Open Bar & Restaraunt - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bastion 3 - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Little Bay - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Fortuna Food - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Platanus Bar&Food - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Heritage Villa, Waterfront, Back Garden, Guest Suite, Kotor Bay Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Heritage Villa, Waterfront, Back Garden, Guest Suite, Kotor Bay Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Heritage Villa, Waterfront, Back Garden, Guest Suite, Kotor Bay Views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Heritage Villa, Waterfront, Back Garden, Guest Suite, Kotor Bay Views located?

Situated on the waterfront, this villa is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Church of the Nativity of the Virgin Mary and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Kotor Bay. St John the Baptist's Church and Church of the Birth of the Blessed Virgin Mary are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

laurie c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kotor stay
Great four bedroom apartment about a 5 minute boat ride from the town of Kotor. Very relaxing, right on the water and with everything you need to make your stay wonderful. Fully equipped kitchen,Located clise enough to Kotor to make access relatively easy but far enough awsy so that you can avoid the crowds when the cruise ships arrive. Excellent restaurants located within walking distance.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible house and host!
It was the most amazing location, house and host!! We felt so warmly welcomed and were provided all the best insight and advice into making our stay incredible! The wonderful amenities and all the thoughtful touches including coffee and drinks just made it feel like home. We really appreciate the extra time spent ensuring our stay was special and hope to come back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carmine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Reunion Spot
The house was all we expected and more. The location was excellent. The property owner and manager were helpful and responsive. Montenegro is a jewel that is off the radar of many Americans. The location made it easy to get to other attractions in the country, but there is plenty to do all around the Bay of Kotor. We had nine people for a family reunion, and everyone was pleased with the facility. Precanj is quieter than Kotor proper, and I highly recommend this house.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house
Our party of 7 adults loved our week in Prjanc. The house was perfect for us and had everything we needed. It was very comfortable and had a great, high spec kitchen. The air conditioning was very welcome. We enjoyed the beautiful courtyard and the ponta. Our fellow neighbours were all very welcoming on the ponta, which was a beautiful setting and so convenient to just cross (the surprisingly busy road) to go for a cooling swim. The house was very clean. Nada was outstanding in her communication and help and advice. Thank you Nada. All in all an excellent stay in a beautifully located house.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen G., Tucson

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just getaway
This place is exactly as it looks. We had a great time and Nada was wonderful.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sophie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maison très confortable et ponton privé 😍
Maison très lumineuse et très bien équipée. La place devant la maison est un réel plus au vu de la difficulté pour se garer sur cette route Ponton privé très agréable et très bien aménagé A noter que la route menant à la location est quand même très étroite et très fréquentée donc accès difficile qui rallonge beaucoup les temps de route, il faut le savoir, mais la maison est tellement agréable que finalement nous avons profité aussi de rester au ponton La maison est située au dessus d un appartement et mitoyenne mais cela ne gêne en aucun cas Nadya est extrêmement disponible et flexible sur les heures d arrivée et de départ Nous étions 8 en famille, nous recommandons cette location ! Sophie

10/10 Excellent

valerie B.

Très belle maison dans un endroit magnifique
La maison est très belle avec tout ce qu'il faut pour passer un superbe séjour. Accueil et disponibilité exceptionnelle Nous recommandons cette location
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

T T.

Chill Chardonay + Balken feta by the sea = perfect
We arrived for our second visit to Montenegro and the quiet and charming seaside town of Prcanj by winding along a picturesque ocean road, a very convenient 15 minutes to the "Old Town" and Castle. This gorgeous waterfront Historic stone house is a completely renovated family home with stunning oceanfront views over the bay of Kotor .Our favourite afternoon haunt ? the stone waterfront patio in the morning for swimming , afternoon/eve with a glass of chilled wine, watching the sun go down over the bay. High end appliances, all amenities you could want with clean with comfortable beds . There is a really lovely back grape vine covered large garden patio with private casita , the perfect place for an adult or teen that wants extra privacy within hailing distance of the main kitchen . The lush garden terrace is the perfect place for long lunches before a siesta in the shade . We enjoyed swimming off the oceanside punta patio with loungers, umbrella and a fresh water shower .We could have stayed here and never left , but it is also a great location for day trips to local parks, kayaking and neighbouring towns etc. The castle courtyards and weekend market was a delight for the senses .Thank you for now our second visit ! Would I recommend this holiday rental to my best friend? Yes.

10/10 Excellent

diane z.

Montenegro at it's best!
Best stay of our European rental experiences (and believe me we have had many as we are based in Greece and travel often)! From arranging our booking (Julie responded to all our questions so professionally and informatively it made our planning so easy) to our not wanting to leave Heritage Stone Villa, everything was perfect. My son and I travelled from Dubrovnik in September and easily found the Villa in Prcanj. Spacious and so well equipped (literally the best kitchen ever!) with just the 2 of us it was perfect but there was still space for more! Later our friends arrived and with the casita off the back garden we were all so comfortable. My room was the top floor with a queen bed and a little secret balcony overlooking the water and an ensuite bathroom (exquisite views). We would have our morning coffee and evening drinks out on the Punta (right on the water with great outdoor furniture and a fresh water shower for after a dip) and then our meals in the back garden off the wonderful kitchen. We explored all of Montenegro with The Heritage Stone Villa as our base and we are already planning when we will return. Highly Recommend!

About the host

Hosted by Julie Bradshaw

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My husband, Slavi and I met while we were living in Greece. Slavi is from Serbia and I am Canadian. In 2005, still living in Greece, we decided to take a family vacation (with 10 month old twins!!) in Montenegro (at that time Montenegro and Serbia were one country.) We were lucky enough to rent a converted farm house in Prcanj and we fell in love with the area. On that same trip we purchased the villa. Over the course of almost two years we completely gutted and renovated it, finally moving in the spring of 2007. We moved from Greece and lived full time in Montenegro until our daughters were school age, when we started spend 1/2 time here and 1/2 time in Vancouver, Canada. The girls are now in high school, so we are unable to spend as much time in Montenegro, so we decided to list the villa hoping that others would have the opportunity to spend time in this unique and very special to our hearts, home.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with this property on the spot! It is a beautiful, over 300 year old, stone captains house (I believe the 2nd built in Prcanj) and it is front line (what they call water front), which is not so easy to come by. Also unique to this property is the original carved stone wrap around balcony at the front of the house and the stone "port hole" windows in two of the front bedrooms (and offer spectacular views of Kotor Bay.)

As well as our stunning purchase, we wanted our daughters to be immersed in Serbian/Montenegrin culture and language before moving back to Canada for school. It was also handy for my husband's family to come visit.

And we have had lots of visitors! My husband and I love to entertain and there have been many a party out back in the walled garden. Bougainvillea and grapes over head, enclosed by a stone wall, ensuring privacy, mood lighting and outdoor sound system - It is just the perfect spot for entertaining!

The kitchen is well equipped for entertaining too. But you don't have to entertain to enjoy our villa! We have had loads of just fun family evenings. My daughters especially like night swimming off the ponta/jetty! We love happy hour cocktails on the ponta or a romantic drink on the private balcony off the master bedroom.

What makes this property unique

One of the best benefits of our villa is location, location, location! There is all you need within walking distance from the villa: mini market, restaurants, cafes, bakery, post office. Prcanj has it all while still retaining its old world charm and beauty. It is family friendly and it never seems over run with tourists - but best of all there is no need to drive! We are on the local bus route to both the walled castle city of Kotor and Tivat with the super yacht marina, Porto Montenegro and the pedestrian sea walk, Pine. Honestly unless I am doing a big shop at Voli in Tivat or visiting further a field, I never drive.


Languages:

English, Croatian, Slovenian