Villa Stari Mlin, Lustica, Montenegro

Villa Stari Mlin is a beautifully restored, 400-year old traditional stone farmhouse located in one of the most picturesque coastal locations of the Montenegrin riviera. The house, which comfortably sleeps 10 people in 5 spacious en suite bedrooms, has been featured in Conde Nast Traveller magazine, and was selected in 2018 as 1 of the 10 best houses in Montenegro by Savills and the Luxury Collection magazine.

The house is situated in the small village of Zabrdje, nestled amongst the olive groves and unspoilt landscapes of the Lustica peninsula, which guards the entrance to UNESCO-listed world heritage site, the stunning Bay of Kotor. From the Mediterranean garden with its 10-metre infinity pool and large covered dining terrace you can enjoy astonishing 180-degree views of the sea and mountains beyond, and a large shady pergola built from beams reclaimed from the house during the reconstruction gives you a great spot to relax with your family or friends, and is equipped with a large barbecue, fridge and sink.

The house was fully refurbished in 2016 and has been furnished with a selection of antique and contemporary furniture and furnishings, giving just the right balance between comfort and style. There are large communal spaces for relaxing in the sitting-room and a huge eat-in kitchen, which is equipped with everything you need for preparing fantastic meals for everyone. A chef can be provided by prior arrangement. In the sitting room there is a large wood-burning stove.

There are 5 bedrooms, all with en suite bath or shower room. Luxurious Egyptian cotton bed-linen is supplied, as are lovely towels. Linen and towels are changed half-way through each week.

A housekeeper visits each day to do some general tidying and to water the garden, and can do extra cleaning, washing or ironing for an extra fee.

Numerous beautiful beaches are nearby, and there are plenty of great bars and restaurants in the vicinity as well as facilities for all sorts of water sports and other activities. The area is fantastic for walking and birdwatching. The nearest supermarket is 4km from the house.