Self-catering holiday homes: Orebic

Make a holiday rental villa or apartment in Orebic, Croatia your home away from home

Located on the southwest of the Peljesac Peninsula in Dubrovnik is the charming sea town of Orebic. The countryside which surrounds the small town is unspoilt and dramatically beautiful, with rising hills covered with pine, almond and cypress trees which come down to meet the rich blue of the Adriatic Sea. There is an undeniable maritime feel to holidays in a villa or apartment in Orebic, Croatia, and you cannot fail to relax during your stay due to the wonderfully laid back atmosphere and glorious surroundings. A villa in Orebic, Croatia is the ideal option for anyone looking to relax in sublime surroundings, get a true feel for traditional Croatia and enjoy the wonderful attractions of the Dalmatian Coast.

Things to do on holiday in Orebic, Croatia

Orebic has a wonderful range of historic attractions, the finest of which is the Franciscan Monastery which stands menacingly above the harbour. Build as a protective fort, the Monastery has been beautifully preserved, and still amazes visitors with its domineering yet peaceful atmosphere and the wonderful views it presents over the Dalmatian Coast. The Maritime Museum is also well worth investigating from an apartment in Orebic, Croatia. There are many fascinating artefacts, discoveries and incredible documents spanning many centuries of Croatia’s rich naval history. After a hard day of sightseeing, there are a huge range of excellent little cafes and restaurants in which to sample not only the fine food and wine (Postup and Dingac are particular favourites) of the area, but also Orebec’s legendary hospitality.

The beaches of Orebic are varied but all have an inherent quality and peace which have drawn people to self catering villas and apartments in Orebic, Croatia for many centuries. There are numerous little coves along this part of the coast, the majority of which are lined with soft sand of fine pebbles, lapped by amazingly clear water. The clarity of water is both perfect for relaxing by and more importantly, the visibility is such that snorkelling and scuba diving holidays thrive, as do fishing trips. All boat trips are easily arrange at the harbour. Conditions for windsurfing and sailing are almost perfect, and Orebic is well known for its windsurfing credentials across Europe. Those who would like to surf form a self catering apartment in Orebic, Croatia are in luck too as the nearby Viganj Beach is a particular favourite for surfing.

The unspoilt countryside which surrounds Orebic is perfect for walking, hiking and hunting holidays too. There are a huge number of magnificent marked trails ranging from a leisurely stroll up to a good view point to full day treks into the hills. Hunting trips for boar, rabbit and chamois can be arranged from a holiday villa in Orebic, Croatia, too.

Places to visit on holiday in Orebic, Croatia

The historical city of Dubrovnik is an almost essential day trip from any holiday rental accommodation in Orebic. The ancient centre is a maze of fascinating buildings and charming cafes from which you can watch the world drift by with joy.

Weather in Orebic, Croatia

In summer, the proximity of the coast to a villa or apartment in Orebic, Croatia, is priceless as temperatures often soar into the mid 30’s (˚C) in July and August. Temperatures quickly cool after the end of September, and temperatures fall to average around 6˚C.

Cheap flights to Orebic, Croatia

The airports of Dubrovnik (DBV) and Split (SPU) are both within easy reach of a villa in Orebic, Croatia. Having taken a flight from EasyJet, Flybe, Croatia Airlines or ThomsonFly, you can reach your apartment in Orebic, Croatia via boat or bus from either airport. Alternatively, both airports have hire car companies offering remarkably good value deals.

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