Vila Velika is located at the end of Sertić Poljana, a hamlet on the edge of the Plitvice Lakes National Park. While from the front you can see the neighboring houses and the outline of a typical village at the gates of Lika, from the back there is a view of Plješivica, and on clear days you can see Velebit itself in the distance. And not a single roof or anything what was created by the human hand can't be seen behind the house as far as the eye can see.
On 120 square meters that are completely made of wood inside and out, there is everything needed for a comfortable stay for both large and small, although here so much space and content outside that most days are actually spent outside the house. The only stone is the terrace with the outside porch, on which it was placed shower. So the house is completely made of natural materials.
In addition to the Villa Velika itself, there is also an auxiliary building on the plot, which has two rooms, one intended for logistics, firewood and other larger necessities that one house in Lika has during the year.
"While from the front you can see the neighboring houses and the outline of a typical village at the gate of Lika, from the back there is a view of Plješivica, and on clear days in the distance you can see Velebit itself..."
Villa Velika is located in Sertić Poljana, in the Plitvice Lakes National Park and is 12 km from the entrance 1.
It is modernly equipped and intended for rest and enjoyment, yet still traditionally integrated, surrounded by forests and meadows.
The interior and exterior is entirely made of wood, except for the natural stone terrace. Special attention was paid to the details.
The view of the mountains Velebit and Plješevica, which fills the soul. For a complete experience, there is also a massage tub and a large stone grill.
If there is something missing, it is space. The spacious yard provides more than enough space for several tin pets. It is also possible to park the campsite trailers.
The youngest can enjoy the children's playground with a slide and swings located in the immediate vicinity of the house.
Building a modern and functional wooden house while retaining some of the traditional appearance of a Lika village house was our personal imperative. That's why, in the construction of this wooden beauty, nothing was left to chance, either outside or inside.
The entire kitchen, dining area, some walls, and wooden floors are handcrafted from wood. Along with numerous rustic details, such as a chandelier made from an old cartwheel and a restored yoke for oxen now serving as decoration, there is also a fully restored, reassembled, and highly functional cast iron stove that heats the entire house in winter.
The bedrooms are simple and spacious, and they too are decorated in a wooden style, just like everything else in the house. The staircase is made of cherry wood, the bathroom mirror is framed with oak, and the walls are made of larch. Special attention was given during construction to ensure that optimal temperature can be maintained both in warm summers and cold Lika winters. Therefore, between the outer laminated wooden walls and the inner larch walls, there is an additional ten centimeters of insulation wool.
Villa Velika is located in Sertić Poljana, in the Plitvice Lakes National Park, 9 km from Entrance 1 and 11 km from the secondary Entrance 2.
Plitvice Lakes is the oldest and largest national park in the Republic of Croatia. The process of travertine formation, which creates travertine barriers and forms lakes, represents a unique universal value for which Plitvice Lakes was internationally recognized on October 26, 1979, by being inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
The lake system of Plitvice Lakes consists of 16 named and numerous smaller, cascading lakes. Due to the geological substrate and characteristic hydrogeological conditions, the lake system is divided into the Upper and Lower Lakes.
Find out moreIn addition to the Villa Velika itself, the property also features an auxiliary building with a room that houses a hydro-massage tub. The location of the auxiliary building on the estate, along with the stunning view it offers, called for its use as a space for relaxation rather than its originally intended purpose as additional storage. The space has been further enhanced with an infrared sauna, offering relaxation and revitalization, seamlessly integrating a wellness experience into the natural surroundings.
The large stone terrace with an outdoor porch is perfect for all-day gatherings or relaxation, and during hot days, you can cool off with the outdoor shower. To the delight of the youngest visitors, there is also a playground with a slide and swings right next to the terrace.
Of course, there is also a large covered stone barbecue where various specialties can be quickly prepared for a larger group of people.
Sertic Poljana 18A, Sertic Poljana, Croatia
+385 98 457 052
Ivana Krizmanić
+385 92 1661 031
