Title: Grandpa Mate House, authentic charming house from 1930. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # Grandpa Mate House, authentic charming house from 1930. Holiday home in Sali with kitchen and patio ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22200000/22193400/22193318/c94da08b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22200000/22193400/22193318/6ea33af7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22200000/22193400/22193318/6af23af2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22200000/22193400/22193318/caabdd7e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22200000/22193400/22193318/1a8193d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies On Dugi Otok, at the edge of Dragove village, Grandpa Mate House blends modern comfort with its authentic 1930 charm. The air-conditioned house features a fully equipped kitchen and two cozy bedrooms with queen-size beds, while the spacious stone courtyard beckons you to relax under a sixty-year-old fig tree. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61507 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Kitchen - Parking available - Barbecue grill £143 includes taxes & fees 2 Dec - 3 Dec ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Grandpa Mate House, authentic charming house from 1930. Back in 1930, after leaving Dragove to work in New York , grandpa Mate built a beautiful house opposite the old one in harmony with nature surroundings. Almost 90 years later we’re following the very same path of grandpa Mate by retaining the authenticity of the house and combining it with modern retro comfort. Grandpa Mate House is based on Dugi Otok at the edge of the village Dragove. The house was completely restored by its it\`s current Croatian and American owners in 2010. It has a fully equipped kitchen with a gas stove and refrigerator with mini freezer, wooden stairway, a large hallway and two sleeping rooms in the first floor and spacious bathroom and a hallway in the ground floor. CableTV. The sleeping rooms are equipped with queen size beds and high quality mattresses. All windows are protected with a built-in, solid and easy to use mosquito net. Running water in the home is used from the water tank, which is located under the ground, filled with rainwater.On the ground floor there is a living room with the kitchen, bathroom and a hall. On the first floor there are two bedrooms and a hall. The house is air-conditioned. A spacious stone courtyard is shared with Aunt Regina House dating from 1882. A stone barbecue in the shade of a sixty year old fig tree and an outdoor dining table make space for a comfortable dining. Two houses can accommodate 10 guests. There is a parking lot for four cars in the back yard ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Freezer - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio - Yard ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Iron/ironing board - Phone - Safe ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the marina ### Things to do - Kayak - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Swimming nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,507 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/65280000/65277500/65277470/ef1886de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beachfront Holiday House Kaliope Brgulje - Sea view - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=65277470&PinnedHotelID=65277470&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78180000/78177700/78177659/197bdbc0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy Apartment, sea view, Long Island, Croatia Dragove - Sea view - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Parking available [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=78177659&PinnedHotelID=78177659&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63670000/63666600/63666540/w2041h1302x4y0-68db0786.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Amazing home in Dragove Dragove - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=63666540&PinnedHotelID=63666540&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61580000/61578700/61578621/7e92f688.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Apartment Zvonko, (16323), Veli Rat, hr Veli Rat - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=61578621&PinnedHotelID=61578621&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22100000/22099500/22099460/w2040h1302x5y0-a503ff0c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 bedroom amazing apartment in Veli Rat Veli Rat - Pool - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=22099460&PinnedHotelID=22099460&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Parties and events are allowed on site 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 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Grandpa Mate House Authentic Charming House 1930 Božava Grandpa Mate House Authentic Charming House 1930 Grandpa Mate Authentic Charming 1930 Božava Grandpa Mate Authentic Charming 1930 Grandpa Mate House Authentic Charming House 1930 Božava Grandpa Mate Authentic Charming 1930 Božava Grandpa Mate House, Authentic Charming House From 1930 Božava Grandpa Mate House Authentic Charming House 1930 Grandpa Mate House Authentic Charming House 1930 Božava Grandpa Mate Authentic Charming 1930 Božava Grandpa Mate House, Authentic Charming House From 1930 Božava Grandpa Mate House Authentic Charming House From 1930 Grandpa Mate House, Authentic Charming House From 1930 Sali Grandpa Mate House Authentic Charming House 1930 Grandpa Mate Authentic Charming 1930 Grandpa Mate House Authentic Charming House From 1930 Grandpa Mate House Authentic Charming House From 1930 ## About the area ![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%7C44.11112%2C14.93405&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=OfNMJK5BLuovj-1mQze_9jG4xYY=) Božava, Zadar #### What's nearby - Sakarun Beach - 9 min drive - 5.2 miles - Veli Rat Lighthouse - 15 min drive - 8.5 miles - St Mary’s Church - 37 min drive - 24.2 miles - Sali Harbor - 37 min drive - 24.2 miles - Otočić Krknata - 37 min drive - 22.0 miles #### Getting around - Zadar (ZAD) - 112 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Beach Bar Sol - ‬9 min drive - ‪Pizzeria Galeb - ‬10 min drive - ‪Boxavia - ‬9 min drive - ‪Amarcord Sakarun - ‬9 min drive - ‪Restoran Zverinac - ‬623 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Grandpa Mate House, authentic charming house from 1930. pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### How much does it cost to stay at Grandpa Mate House, authentic charming house from 1930. ? > As of 1 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grandpa Mate House, authentic charming house from 1930. on 2 Dec 2025 start from £142.89, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sali-Hotels-Grandpa-Mate-House.h22193318.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Grandpa Mate House, authentic charming house from 1930. ? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Grandpa Mate House, authentic charming house from 1930. ? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Grandpa Mate House, authentic charming house from 1930. ? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Grandpa Mate House, authentic charming house from 1930. located? > Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 4.7 mi (7.5 km) from Sakarun Beach and 7.7 mi (12.3 km) from Veli Rat Lighthouse. Otočić Krknata and St Mary’s Church are also within 25 miles (40 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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