Historic Stone House with Stunning Bay Views and Large Swimming Pool
Village Location in Kotor Bay Fjord
Sleeps 11 (6 Bedrooms)
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The Russia House is a superb 250-year old stone property in an elevated position in Kotor Bay, Europe's southernmost fjord. Renovated in 2006-2007, with a large swimming pool added in 2009, the property boasts 6 spacious bedrooms over 4 floors. The Russia House is situated in the historic Bay-side village of Prcanj, and is 4.5km from the walled Kotor Old Town, arguably the jewel in the Montenegrin crown. The mountain and Bay views from the house are stunning. When traffic conditions permit, Prcanj is a 60-90 minute drive (and ferry) from Dubrovnik Airport, and a 10-15 drive from Tivat Airport. Prcanj is also well located for the party town of Budva, up-and-coming Tivat, palatial Perast, and the unspoiled Lustica Peninsula (with the family friendly Blue Horizon beach near Radovici). Inland, Montenegro offers some of Europe's most stunning, unspoiled and wild mountain scenery, seasonal skiing, the (apparently) incredible Tara Gorge, and the interesting old historic capital of Cetinje.
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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 1 September 2011 - 31 May 2012 | £1200 | 7 | ||
| 1 June 2012 - 30 June 2012 | £1500 | 7 | ||
| 1 July 2012 - 31 August 2012 | £1950 | 7 | ||
| 1 September 2012 - 30 September 2012 | £1500 | 7 | ||
| 1 October 2012 - 31 May 2013 | £1200 | 7 |
Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per week in UK Pounds.
Changeover day
Saturday is the preferred changeover day, but this is flexible.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1 with double bed and 4 Bayside windows. Bedroom 2 with double bed. Bedroom 3 with 2 single beds. Bedroom 4 with Bay view and 1 single bed. Bedroom 5 with Bay views and 2 single beds. Bedroom 6 (4th level) with double bed, amazing bay views. |
| Bathrooms: | En-suite bathroom shared by bedrooms 1-2 with bath, shower & toilet. Bathroom shared by bedrooms 3-5 (3rd floor) with bath, shower & toilet. En-suite bathroom with shower & toilet (bedroom 6). Toilet on ground floor beneath wooden staircase. |
| Kitchen: | Brand new, distressed-wood kitchen with granite surfaces. Cooker, hob, fridge, freezer, microwave & dishwasher. Stand-alone work surface overlooking dining area. |
| Utility Room: | Washing machine in ground floor bathroom underneath the stairs. Clothes dry in minutes in the summer Montenegrin sun! |
| Living Rooms: | Vast open-plan kitchen-dining room-family room ground floor. Large antique dining table with 8 carved wood chairs. Other antique furniture, wood-burning stove (for winter months) and original flagged stone floors. Exposed stone work. Two sofas. |
| Other: | Original features such as exposed stonework, the wooden staircase and timbered ceilings have been preserved by the architects throughout the Russian House. The historic 4th floor 'kitchen area' has been preserved, and antique furniture graces many rooms. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Towels and linen are provided. The property will be cleaned on a weekly basis, unless other arrangements are made (at additional cost) with our property managers. |
| Amenities/Facilities: | hob/stove oven fridge/freezer microwave dishwasher washing machine iron/ironing board tv air conditioning barbecue private pool (for sole use of guests) |
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Notes on accommodation
There is air-conditioning in 3 of the bedrooms.
Accessibility
The property is probably not suitable for people with mobility problems, as the bedrooms are located on the 2nd-4th levels.
Outside
The Russia House has a paved area (complete with pomegranate tree) at the front, and a covered breakfast terrace at the side (with a BBQ, wooden table and chairs). There is parking for 4-5 cars within the metal gates of the property. The grounds of the property extend to about 1/4 of an acre. A hedgerow of mainly pomegranate trees shields the Russian House from a cul-de-sac at the side. A 10m x 5m swimming pool (depth 0.8m-2.8m) was added in 2009. The swimming pool is surrounded by a paved relaxation area, where sun loungers are located. There is a 'secret garden' below the pool area. The house is reached up a 300 metre track from the water-side. There is a small supermarket and 2 restaurants at the bottom of the road, and other shops (including a bakery) are a short walk away in 'central' Prcanj. There are local neighbours to 3 sides of the property, but the House is shielded by walls and/or hedgerows. The property is ideal for those who seek peace but not complete isolation.
Coast/Beach
Locals and tourists alike bathe in the warm waters of Kotor Bay from about mid-May, but we don't recommend this for hygiene reasons (until the sewage system is sorted!). The best beach in the region is probably Blue Horizon beach (Plavi Horizonti), a 20-minute drive away near Radovici on the Lustica Peninsula. This beach is sandy, ideal for children (shallow waters) and has good facilities (showers, cafes etc).
There is good swimming along the coast starting from around Donja Lastva (Tivat).
Travel
Tivat Airport is about 15-20 minutes drive away, and Dubrovnik Airport about 60-90 minutes drive (dependent upon ferries, traffic volume, and the Croatia-Montenegro border crossing). Car hire is recommended and this can be arranged from Dubrovnik or Tivat airports. (We can assist if requested). Note that traffic volumes become high during the peak July-August months. (June and September are arguably the best months to visit Montenegro if one desires good weather and the absence of crowds).
Distances
All the major sights of Kotor Bay and coastal Montenegro are within easy driving distance: Prcanj, Kotor, Perast, Budva, Sveti Stefan, Petrovac, Herceg Novi etc. The ancient capital of Cetinje can be reached in just over an hour by taking the breath-taking, hairpin mountain road above Kotor (returning via Budva). The mountainous interior of Montenegro is worth at least a one-day excursion, though the capital Podgorica may well disappoint.
Further details
Our favourite restaurants include Lanterna (Prcanj), La Pasteria (Kotor), Theodorus (Tivat), Galija (Tivat), and the no-frills fish restaurant next to Scorpio Bar (Kotor). The famous Stari Mlini restaurant is expensive and the service is often rude. Centar Cafe (Prcanj) is great for decent pizza, cheap beer and chilling, but the ladies don't speak much English. Montenegro has some wonderful bars and cafes. Many of these can be found in Kotor, including the hip Cesare (try the hot chocolate during the off-season), Maximus and Pub Dock (another 'winter' place). The pavement cafes of Kotor are a great place to people-watch. Forza is noteworthy for its internet cafe status (through main gate, third cafe on left). Don't worry about getting 'ripped off' - the prices in almost all Montenegrin cafes are low and fair. Kotor is a good place to change money - there are several banks in the main square. Favourite night-life places are Budva ('party central'), Herceg Novi old town, Tivat waterfront (for coffee and chilling), and Kotor Old Town. We strongly recommend the COGI fish wholesaler-retailer. Drive from Prcanj to Kotor Old Town and keep going on the road towards Perast. COGI is on the right about 2km before Stari Mlini restaurant. We also recommend a walk to the old church on the hillside behind Prcanj. Find the alley on Prcanj waterfront with the 'dental practice' sign. Walk up this alley, turn right at the T-junction and follow the track through the woods. You'll see the church in the distance: head up the old track in that general direction! Return downhill on the other side of the church. The church is abandoned and several old tombs have been destroyed. Eerie, but the views are magnificent. Favourite local drinks: Jelen Pivo (beer) and Pro Corde red wine (about Euro 5 per bottle). The local rakija should be sampled in moderation.
Booking notes
A deposit of 50% should be paid when the booking is made, with the remaining 50% paid no less than 6 weeks before the booking dates.
Guest comments
''I just wanted to thank you both for a wonderful holiday.
Everything about our holiday in Montenegro was stress free; from organising the initial booking, to the perfection of Russia House and the beauty of Kotor Bay.
Thanks again Dan for your on the ground assistance and for Stephen for having such a beautiful property.''
Family from Sydney, Australia (September 2009)
''Had really enjoyable stay in the Russia House... The pool was a Godsend. Clean and well maintained. Simply superb.''
Family from Edinburgh, Scotland (August 2010)
''The Russia House is immense and beautifully renovated. We spent many happy hours enjoying the pool.''
Family from Yorkshire, England (August 2010)
''Thoroughly enjoyed our stay here, delighted that you kindly share your home with others! Boys particularly thrilled that the pool was deep enough to dive in. Again, many thanks for a super family holiday.''
Family from Yorkshire, England (August 2010)
Owner profile
Photo taken in Montenegro by my 7 year old girl
About the owner
I am a British chap with a young family who fell in love with the Dalmatian Coast (Croatia & Montenegro) while travelling on business with Metropolis Media a few years ago. The region is physically beautiful: limestone peaks, lovely coastline, clear seas, stone-built towns & villages, vineyards, olive groves etc. There's another kind of beauty in the traditional way and pace of life. Croatia & Montenegro are safe countries where things happen slower than in the UK & Western Europe. This can be frustrating at times (e.g. when dealing with builders & bureaucrats), but is fine when you're visiting on vacation. Our children love taking holidays there. They learnt to swim in the sea opposite Korcula Island.
Year purchased: 2006
Why the owner chose a home in this location
Prcanj is a delightful village, and is located just 5km from the wonderful Kotor Old Town (despite the confusing sign that says 'Kotor Old Town 8km!) The town is spread for about 2km along the UNESCO-protected and magical Kotor Bay. There are many historic buildings, especially along the waterside. Prcanj is well-located for the main sights of the region (Kotor, Perast, Tivat Marina, Lustica Peninsula, Budva, Sveti Stefan, Cetinje). However, one is away from the peak season crowds of Kotor and Budva. What we like most about Prcanj/region: walk up the hill to the abandoned church, stroll along the Bay to the bakery for fresh pastries, cappuccino at the local cafe, fish steaks at Cesarica (Kotor), hot chocolate at Cesare (Kotor), BBQs at Blue Horizon Beach (Lustica). We could go on...
Unique benefits of the property
The Russia House is a fabulous, large, historic stone property with amazing views of Kotor Bay. We never tire of watching the boats going past while sipping a glass of local wine by the swimming pool. We have retained many original features in the house: exposed stone walls, wooden beams, original kitchen area on fourth floor, stone slabs on ground floor, window alcoves etc. Few very properties have such a sense of history. Prcanj is a great place to stay. The Russia House is situated 250 metres from the sea up a quiet alley. It's a short walk to the centre of Prcanj and a good hike to the wonderful, Venetian-era Kotor Old Town. Writing this has made me 'homesick' for the region!
For booking and further information
Property Ref MN152
Stephen Ogden
Tel: (UK) + 44 (0)2074 350 127
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