Title: Illyria - a beautiful fisherman's cottage just 3 meters from sea Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Illyria - a beautiful fisherman's cottage just 3 meters from sea ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18770000/18768300/18768292/4661f117.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby, sun-loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18770000/18768300/18768292/0e1d716c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18770000/18768300/18768292/a0c65555.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18770000/18768300/18768292/482ac913.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18770000/18768300/18768292/18ba9eb2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Perched on the picturesque island of Brac, Illyria offers a tranquil retreat in a restored 3-story Dalmatian fisherman's cottage. With 2 bathrooms, satellite TV and air conditioning throughout, unwind on the large terrace with BBQ where you can even catch your dinner from the sea. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61292 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning - Parking available - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Illyria - a beautiful fisherman's cottage just 3 meters from sea Illyria is a very old Dalmation fisherman's cottage which has been restored sympathetically to retain the authenticity of the property. The property is set over 3 floors with 2 of the three bedrooms enjoying breathtaking and uninterrupted views across the Adriatic Sea. The property comes with 2 bathrooms both equipped with power showers. Illyria is fully air conditioned throughout and satellite TV is available. Please bear in mind that we do need to change the furniture from time to time because the sea air does take its toll so individual furnishings may not look identical to the photos. The property has a large terrace with BBQ - you can fish from the terrace and then pop your catch right on your own fire. Illyria is within a short walk of the local amenities including the many fine restaurants and pubs of Postira and the immediate vicinity. Guests may use the gym, spa (incl. manicurist) and sauna/solarium/internet facilities of a nearby hotel for a charge. The island of Brac is only a 45 min ferry journey from Split which is directly served by an international airport. In the summer months, ferry departures from Split are very frequent i.e. every hour approx. Flights to Zadar (one and half hours drive from Split) and Dubrovnik (3 hours drive from Split) would also be suitable as would flights to Bol on the island of Brac.. Illyria was featured in the U.K. Channel 4 programme "Homes by the Med" - https://vimeo.com/205875693, enter code "med13" scroll to 12m35s and enjoy the coverage. We can recommend a very reliable person, based in Split, should you require an airport transfer to the ferry port. We also own and manage another prime site property, nestled in the heart of Diocletian's palace in Split(see HomeAway listing 1300888).This 120 metre, luxury, 1st floor apartment with its own private terrace (a rarity in Diocletian's palace) is simply stunning and its many guest reviews reflect this. It was recently fully renovated and is now available for rental. If a two-stop Dalmatian holiday is something you are interested in i.e. min 3 days in bustling Split city and it's great restaurants and shops coupled with a min 4 day stay on the island (only 40 mins away) with its great swimming and pure relaxation please let us know and we may be able to arrange it ... ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas - Note from host: but only outside on the terrace please ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - Near a hospital - Near the marina - Near the sea - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rafting nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Bed sheets changed on request - Double-glazed windows - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - Recycling - Unit size: 1,292 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Check-out instructions The host requires you to complete the following before checking out: Start the dishwasher Strip any used beds and gather used towels Remove personal items and take out the rubbish Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules No more than 6 guests in total and no overnight guests either please Any breakages to be reported and replaced or paid for please Our host can provide beach towels on a deposit basis. No bath towels to be used outdoors please ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: No protective barriers from sea so swimmers only ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas But only outside on the terrace please ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 This property accepts cash On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number HR64072729751 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Illyria Beautiful Fisherman's Cottage Just 3 Meters sea Postira Illyria Beautiful Fisherman's Cottage Just 3 Meters sea Illyria Beautiful Fisherman's Just 3 Meters sea Postira Illyria Beautiful Fisherman's Just 3 Meters sea Illyria Beautiful Fisherman's Cottage Just 3 Meters sea Postira Illyria Beautiful Fisherman's Cottage Just 3 Meters sea Illyria Beautiful Fisherman's Just 3 Meters sea Postira Illyria Beautiful Fisherman's Cottage Just 3 Meters sea Postira Illyria Beautiful Fisherman's Cottage Just 3 Meters sea Illyria Beautiful Fisherman's Just 3 Meters sea Postira Illyria Beautiful Fisherman's Just 3 Meters sea Illyria a Beautiful Fisherman's Cottage Just 3 Meters From sea Illyria a Beautiful Fisherman's Cottage Just 3 Meters From sea ## About the area Located in Postira, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Zlatni Rat Beach and Žnjan Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling. [Visit our Postira travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Postira.dx6144550) [View more Cottages in Postira](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Postira-Cottages.d6144550-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C43.37685%2C16.63313&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=tscLoSiMJdMzuaiglF1g9gN-Wp8=) Postira, Island of Brac, Croatia ### What's nearby - Church of St. John the Baptist - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles - Supetar Beach - 9 min drive - 4.8 miles - Jadrolinija Supetar Ferry Terminal - 9 min drive - 4.8 miles - Brač Island Museum - 10 min drive - 5.0 miles ### Getting around - Brac Island (BWK) - 67 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Cafe Bar Centar - ‬11 min drive - ‪Cafe Barbara - ‬12 min drive - ‪Vrša - ‬6 min walk - ‪Bistro Vrilo - ‬11 min drive - ‪Riva Pizzeria - ‬12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Illyria - a beautiful fisherman's cottage just 3 meters from sea pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Illyria - a beautiful fisherman's cottage just 3 meters from sea? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Illyria - a beautiful fisherman's cottage just 3 meters from sea? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Illyria - a beautiful fisherman's cottage just 3 meters from sea located? > This family-friendly Postira cottage is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Church of St. John the Baptist, Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Stomorous and Lovrecina Bay. Brač Island Museum and Olive Oil Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Illyria - a beautiful fisherman's cottage just 3 meters from sea Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 67 8 - Good 5 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rosalie S. 13 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay Loved this location—swim out from the kitchen. Check in process so smooth and agents are so helpful in arranging taxi etc. ##### Rosalie S. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David N. 20 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Dream Cottage Stunning! An exceptionally well-appointed property with a breathtaking view, situated in just about the best location in the town for the beaches, shops, and restaurants. ##### David N. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 29 Jun 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great little cottage Everything was easy, from start to finish, the paperwork Steven sent explained everything, the cottage was great everything you needed was there, would definitely recommend it and will be back, the village has a few bars and restaurants the restaurant at the Lipo hotel was our favourite ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie D. 17 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family delite We brought our children to Croatia to experience a bit of their heritage. Staying here on Brac we were able to experience the locals on many levels....from the young in our family to the old we all loved it! ##### Julie D. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracy B., Fayetteville, Arkansas 15 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect! There are not enough words to describe this gorgeous setting and the time our family had there together. The memories of sitting on the lovely patio watching my son-in- laws gosh and snorkel are a treasure. Would definitely go back! ##### Tracy B. Stayed 5 nights in May 2023 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark W. 17 Oct 2012 #### A relaxing week We enjoyed a very relaxing family holiday at Illyria. Steven and Thea have done a wonderful job of sympathetically restoring the cottage without losing it's character. The cottage enjoy a quite position looking towards the mainland in a very pretty and peaceful setting. There are shops, eateries and amenities a short walk away. Overall, a thoroughly enjoyable holiday in a home from home. ##### Mark W. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 21 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect getaway Illyria is a gem! It was the perfect place for our family to get away for a week and completely unwind. Nikol was a wealth of information and we thoroughly enjoyed the simplicity of Postira. Wonderful people, food and an amazing location. Sitting on the deck each morning and having coffee as the waves came in was heaven. The kitchen had all we needed to cook, and everything in the house was clean and comfortable. We will be back! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 5 nights in May 2023 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Cassia S. 23 Aug 2015 #### Stunning location This is a very pretty cottage - bijou and compact, with gorgeous views over the sea to the rugged mountains of the mainland opposite. We enjoyed swimming from the rocks, soaking up the sun on the terrace (though be aware that it is in shade from about 2pm - but you can easily walk 50m along the rocks to find sunshine again), and found it comfortable and adequately equipped. The agent was charming and helpful, and Postira itself a very pretty harbour, just a 10 minute stroll, with plenty of restaurants. ##### Cassia S. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katrina P. 11 Sept 2017 #### Unbelievable setting in a quiet town Postira is a perfect town to avoid the crowds of tourists, and the Illyria house makes you feel right at home. The sea is right in your backyard, and restaurants, supermarkets, other beaches are within 5-10 minutes walk. The house is basic but has everything you need-- you'll find yourself on the back patio the majority of the time :) The owner and property manager were both extremely receptive. Thanks for a great stay! ##### Katrina P. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leslie H. 3 Nov 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Incredible house by the sea This amazing home was even more than we expected and we had high expectancies. The water lapping up to the back door and the sound of the waves was very relaxing. We ate at nearby restaurants and met several locals down by the beach. The manager was kind and helpful. We knew we were going to be traveling in an off season, but we found plenty to do. We have stayed at many VRBO properties. This is definitely one we will alwlays remember as beautiful and peaceful. ##### Leslie H. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pat W., Miami Beach, FL 31 Jul 2017 #### Paradise by the Adriatic We....grandparents (74), son/daughter-in-law and grandsons (9 and 11) and daughter...are already trying to work out a return to Illyria❤️. After 11 days in Split and a fabulous speed boat delivery to Postira, we spent 8 days in the Robinson's little gem, Illyria Cottage. It was possibly the most relaxing 8 days we've spent traveling in ages.... And a perfect complement to our 11 days in the Robinson's Apartment Prisca in Split. Ivan met us in Split to make our arrangements. We spent most of our mornings with coffee first on the patio and then at Konoba Bracera ....lovely spot next to the sea. We tried most of the TripAdvisor recommended restaurants... I have a public Instagram account with lots of pictures (patwilburn73) and an open Facebook group (CROATIA2017) if you're interested. ##### Pat W. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Clas N. 20 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A real gem directly at the seashore We stayed in August one week with the family in Illyria. The setting of the previous fisherman's house is absolutely ideal, everything in Postira (supermarket, restaurants) is only a few hundred meters away. It is phantastic to sit at the seashore in the morning on the terrace with a coffee to watch the sunrise. For runners or just for swimming, there is a great trail 5 km to the south along three or four bays, some of them really remote and lovely. We found this little house really wonderful - with a lot of attention to detail in all rooms. The house is just beautiful and one could really spend the whole day just sitting on the terrace. In front of the house are also a few good spots for snorkeling. Everything one needs even for a longer stay (dish washer, washing machine, coffee machine etc) is provided and we missed absolutely nothing. We loved our stay and we could not have thought about any better place to stay on Brac Island. ##### Clas N. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Caroline K., Austin, Texas 28 Sept 2016 #### Perfect retreat We could not have been more pleased with our stay at Illyria! The house had absolutely everything we needed, and was ideally located for us. We went swimming most days from the back porch, and every morning enjoyed coffee in the neighborhood cafes. Several times we walked to spend the day at Lovrečina, or exploring around Postira. It was very easy to rent bikes, scooters, or cars when we wanted to explore outside the immediate area, and by renting a car on Brač we got discounts on all ferries to and from the island. The house has all of the amenities we could have hoped for, and we were well set up to cook at home several nights, plus with three small groceries with in walking distance, or the larger stores in Supetar, it was easy to find anything we needed for the kitchen. We explored several of the restaurants in Postira as well and we never dissatisfied. I would go back there again any time! Thanks so much Steven for a great stay! ##### Caroline K. Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2016 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter G. 22 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Home away from home We stayed here for a week with our two children, 8 and 11 years old and it really felt cozy and comfortable. The terrace was very inviting and you could easily spend a whole day just listening to the waves and watching the ships go by in the distance. The local fisherman were also interesting to watch. The town center is just beautiful with restaurants and bakeries right at the water and a 5 minute walk from the house. We loved the local beaches and it was a lot of fun to explore the town on foot. The surrounding towns were just a short drive away and also so much fun! Kids loved Muzej Ulja/Olive Oil museum tour and food tasting! Zlatni Rat beach was just a short drive away and right next to a cute town of Bol. This area was more busy and touristy so we were happy to be able to go back to our beautiful fisherman house in the evening to enjoy the sunset from the terrace! It was so magical! Our host Nicol was amazing and informative. She was very friendly and kind! She mades us feel welcome and we felt like we had a great friend in town! Kids loved it so much that they want to move to Croatia now! 😄 ##### Peter G. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cook M. 20 Jun 2015 #### One small problem - we did not want to leave! We spent 10 nights in this lovely property. Everything was as good as the photos suggest. The house was well appointed and in the perfect location. We had a car so visited most of the island, and all agreed that Postira was the best place to stay - even though a lot of the houses are rentals, the town still has a very authentic and non-touristy feel. It was also very central to travel to all other places on the island. A special highlight for us was the restaurant right on the waterfront in Splitska. This was a very pleasant walk there and back, and the fish was always good (we went 3 times!) The best value restaurant was Konobu Gustirna in Postira. The seafood platter is of consistently good quality (again, we ate here 3 times and some friends staying nearby were not disappointed with our recommendation). If visiting early in the season, note that the Konobu Kactus (across the road from Illyria) does not open until late May - we were very disappointed as we were expecting to get our first meal there on arrival late in the day. Stay here, and you will not be disappointed. ##### Cook M. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lynda B. 13 Sept 2017 #### Fabulously located and characterful cottage Our family of five had a wonderful 12 days in Illyria. We adored hanging out on the sea terrace stirring only for the occasional dip or to do a spot of fishing off the rocks. The cottage is simple but had everything we needed and plenty of space for five adults. Enjoying breakfast, lunch and dinner on the terrace was the highlight of the holiday. Postira is a lovely authentic village which, even in August, was blissfully quiet. There are a handful of lovely restaurants and more bars all serving excellent and inexpensive food and drink. When we ventured further afield we discovered the beautiful and ancient village of Dol, the wonderfully picturesque Pucisca and the bustling and busy resort of Bol. All were worth a visit. We rented a boat and a skipper from Postira and crossed to Omis with its magnificent gorge and ancient castle. After an excellent lunch at sea we took in some gorgeous deserted coves where we swam off the boat. This is undoubtedly the best located cottage we've ever stayed in and we are feeling thoroughly relaxed and sun-kissed as we head back to English autumn. Thanks to Ivan and Marina for the welcome and recommendations. ##### Lynda B. Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 30 Jul 2015 #### A little slice of Heaven I cannot say enough good things about Illyria. We stayed here after spending 3 weeks in Italy, it was the ideal way to end our holiday. Italy was very busy, hot and we were on the go a lot. Illyria we spent our days by the sea that is 10 steps from your back door. A car is not needed my husband and I rented a scooter one day to explore the island and decided Postria was the our favorite town. There were 5 of us staying at the house me and my husband and our 3 kids ages 15,17,19. It was unanimous that Illyria was the highlight of our trip. The house is well equipped with anything you may need, it is very clean and beautifully updated. Everything in posteria is with in walking distance, there is a small store a within 100 meters or so then there is a bigger store with more choices in town a 5 minute walk or so. Plus there are many activities to do you can be a busy as you want with water activities, hiking, exploring etc.... we were happy relaxing after being on the go for 3 weeks. I look forward to the day when I can return to this beautiful place. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah M., London, United Kingdom 6 Jun 2017 #### Delivered on all expectations - superb We are three generations ranging in age from 51 to 9. Illyria caters for everyone. Not only is it in the perfect location, close to two supermarkets, a butcher and several restaurants as well as having the Mediterranean Sea on the doorstep (completely safe to bathe in there and then), the owners have provided entertainment by way of toys and games and a huge selection of film DVD's for rainy days. Not that we had any! There is a gorgeous sandy beach that can be reached by a lovely sedate walk (circa 50 mins) or as we did 15 mins by hiring bikes, which has a bar and restaurant. The restaurant grows many of its own ingredients right next to it and all food is cooked to order. It was fabulous. The island of Brac is beautiful. We arrived by private boat transfer which was stress freely arranged via the owners of Illyria. It's a bit extra to pay than the ferry but well worth it. Illyria is such a relaxing cottage to stay in and had everything we needed. I highly recommend to anyone planning to come to Croatia, take a few days out on the island of Brac, and stay at Illyria. You will not be disappointed! Xxx ##### Sarah M. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marisa M. 3 Sept 2014 #### In Heaven We had an amazing time while staying at the Illyria! The set up of the house was just so magical. The rooms were all spacious and comfortable with full air conditioning. We barely spent time indoors because we preferred hanging out on the porch with the beautiful view and fresh breeze from the water. Postira was such a cute town - it was very low key and not too touristy. We were able to take lots of long walks and enjoy the secluded beach/water accesses. We quickly became friends with our neighbors - Katrina, the lovely lady next door, was a sweetheart. Although she did not speak English, we were able to engage eachother - it was hard for us to say good bye to her! The restaurant across from the house has very fresh food and the owners are so kind and welcoming! We ordered calamari one night to go and when it was done she surprised us by dropping it off a the house! It was such a kind gesture! Steven demonstrated a new level of hospitality. He was always so responsive making sure that we were truly enjoying our experience at his home. We hope we will be able to return sometime soon -- we miss it all so much! ##### Marisa M. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Greg L., Mill Valley 22 Jul 2017 #### Special location in a cute little town We weren't sure what to expect from this home, but we ended up being pleasantly surprised by its amazing location, and the quaintness of this lovely little town. Illyria is all about the fabulous back terrace that is insanely close to the sea. It's an iron-shore rocky area, so no sand, but it was so easy to jump into the ocean to cool off. We bought some inflatable rafts and just floated the day away, and enjoyed watching the boats and other people passing by. The interior of the home was simple, nothing too fancy but casual and had all of the things we needed. The town was surprisingly busy on a Saturday night, and we felt safe letting the kids run around and explore a bit while we relaxed with a drink at the local restaurants, of which there are several to choose from. The small market was close by, under 200 paces, and the town just a short walk away. We didn't really do a lot except chill out here, and it was a wonderful place for just that. Make sure you get to the car ferry in Makarska early if you plan to come from that direction. We were there probably 1.5 hours before the scheduled time and still didn't get on during the busy summertime rush. ##### Greg L. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Bill D. 7 Jul 2016 #### Best place we stayed in Croatia. Location on sea was fabulous and house in great condition. The house is wonderfully located just meters from the sea which is only possible because the Aegean does not have much of a tide. The outside porch has great views to the mainland and is situated such that fabulous sun sets can be watched every evening. Al Fresco dining on the porch is so nice that it became one of our nicest memories. The house is on three levels and is very well maintained. The owner took an old fisherman's house in disrepair and renovated it to a high standard. The views from the rooms, including the bathrooms, are great. To get to the house one has to go down one of two steep and narrow roads that can be challenging if another car is coming from the opposite direction. There is no parking at the house per se but a public parking space is available a couple hundred feet down the road. From the house one walks into town a short distance down the street. A small grocery story is also available quite close to the house. The neighboring houses are in need of repair - like this one used to be - but this is hardly noticeable due to the fact that all of the houses are very old stone houses that look much the same. One neighbor, an elderly lady, likes to stick her head over the fence and talk to you in Croatian. She apparently doesn't quite get the idea that conversation requires both parties to understand the same language. Postira is a nice but quiet town as is the island of Brac itself. It would not necessarily be great for those seeking the party life but is a fabulous place for peace and quiet, some R&R and enjoying Croatian island life. ##### Bill D. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2016 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shauna W. 11 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The best of Brac Illyria cottage was the very best. It was clean and comfortable and the view was spectacular. We swam everyday in front of the house. We cooked dinner at home twice and enjoyed the restaurants in town on the other nights. Parking was ample as soon as we knew where to park. We enjoyed the beach bar. “Incognito”. Absolutely a memory of a lifetime! ##### Shauna W. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nils ole N. 6 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nydelig sted, med litt rare naboer Nydelig sted, men kunne vært gode stoler til uteområdet. Vi opplevde flere dager at nabo renset fisk rett ut fra veranda ved huset, og opplevde at død fisk fløt inn der vi skulle bade. Tror dette var folk som leiet huset ved siden av. Vi hadde også besøk av grupper med hodelykt på veranda om kvelden noe som oppleves litt rart. I alt et hygelig opphold. ##### Nils ole N. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lance H. 27 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Simply Wonderful Just as pictured, which is to say absolutely beautiful. Nikol was fantastic with communications and checking in periodically to make sure we had everything we needed. The back deck is amazing. We never wanted to leave! ##### Lance H. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martin S., Copenhagen 17 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house best location Fantastic house with the ocean on your doorstep. We enjoyed our week here with our 3 teenage kids. Nice little town with everything in walking distance from the house. Very clean and everything lived up to our expectations. Will recommend to anyone that loves the ocean. ##### Martin S. 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