Overview
Property
120m2, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, 5 Airconditions, Private Swiming Pool, Parking.
The house area of 120 m2 per floor which is located on the estate of 2000 m2 is designed for a luxurious stay for 8 people.
There are three bedrooms, each with a double bed, air conditioning, wardrobe and cupboard. Two luxury bathrooms, one with bath and the other with shower and washing machine.
Guests have an amazing sea view from the terrace surrounding the private heated swimming pool.
The 50 m2 living room connected with the kitchen and well furnished dining room contains all necessary kitchen appliances.
From the living or dining room there is an exit to the terrace around the house, which is connected to the terrace around the pool.
The private property around the house has a parking place for 6 cars.
The house is located in a quiet area that guarantees complete rest without any noise or interference from neighbours. The house is surrounded by a beautiful garden with olive trees, lemon and orange trees providing excellent protection from sunshine during the day. There is also a nice rose garden, lavender and other Mediterranean plants offering a splendid view and atmosphere.
The tourists can also enjoy the barbecue surrounded by olive trees.
The house was built this year, 2014.
Top Traveller Review
Great Propertyand a Great Host = Great Holiday
Kaštel Kambelovac is the third of 7 "kaštels", counting from East which is part of Kaštela, located on the coast of the Bay of Kaštela between Split and Trogir which are both on UNESCO’s list of world heritage sites. The villa is about 15 mins drive from the airport and was every bit as good as the previous reviewers have said. Mate’s help, support and advice (see previous reviews) was excellent as ever – always there but never intrusive.
We opted to use the local bus (number 37) to get out and about to Split (c.30mins) and Trogir (c.15 mins) with bus stops in both directions around 10 mins walk from Villa Lukas. The bus stop to Trogir was easy to spot but the one to Split was a painted yellow line box on the road – it threw us the first time but quickly got the hang of it.
We did the usual tourist things – Spilt old town, Marjan Hill (which gives fantastic views of Split and the Bay of Kaštela), Trogir, Šibenik and the Skradinski Buk at Krka National Park – all of which were super. There is a nice walk along the front of Kaštela Bay, either side of Kaštel Kambelovac which brings you to some nice bars and café’s as well as a couple of the scene sets used in Game of Thrones. There are a couple of bakeries about 10 mins walk away in nearby Kaštel Lukšić.
Like previous visitors, we went to the Baletna Skola restaurant in Kaštel Kambelovac which is about 10 mins walk away. It can get quite busy at the weekends (we went out of season and all the inside tables were booked on Friday night) but once you’ve eaten there you’ll know why its popular. The other restaurant we liked was the Maslina in Split which served up excellent wood fired pizza at a very reasonable price (service was excellent too) – it’s a bit hidden away in the centre of Split but its popular with the locals and that should tell you all you need to know.
For our trip to Krka NP and Šibenik, we also used (and highly recommend) our taxi driver Antonio (+385 95 514 7525). Excellent service and advice, costing 250 Kuna per person.
The weather was a nice 20 – 25 degrees which was slightly warmer than is usual for the time of year – we experienced the Bora Wind for a couple of days but it actually helped to freshen up the air.
All in all, a great holiday – many, many thanks to Mate and family.
Regards to all
About the Owner
About Mate Lukas
I'm a Naval Architect with 18 years of work experience, employed in the Split shipyard as Production Director.
My wife is biology and chemistry teacher employed in the elementary school in Kaštela.
We have three children, Filip 17 years old, Luka 15 years old and Katarina 7 years old.
All time we are living in Kaštela.
Since this year we have been living in our own house.
Why Mate Lukas chose Croatia
The land was inherited from my parents whose parents also lived here for many generations.
25 Reviews
Exceptional!
5/5 -
(25 traveller reviews)
Great Propertyand a Great Host = Great Holiday
We’ve just returned from a week in Kaštel Kambelovac at Villa Lukas - what a great holiday.
Kaštel Kambelovac is the third of 7 "kaštels", counting from East which is part of Kaštela, located on the coast of the Bay of Kaštela between Split and Trogir which are both on UNESCO’s list of world heritage sites. The villa is about 15 mins drive from the airport and was every bit as good as the previous reviewers have said. Mate’s help, support and advice (see previous reviews) was excellent as ever – always there but never intrusive.
We opted to use the local bus (number 37) to get out and about to Split (c.30mins) and Trogir (c.15 mins) with bus stops in both directions around 10 mins walk from Villa Lukas. The bus stop to Trogir was easy to spot but the one to Split was a painted yellow line box on the road – it threw us the first time but quickly got the hang of it.
We did the usual tourist things – Spilt old town, Marjan Hill (which gives fantastic views of Split and the Bay of Kaštela), Trogir, Šibenik and the Skradinski Buk at Krka National Park – all of which were super. There is a nice walk along the front of Kaštela Bay, either side of Kaštel Kambelovac which brings you to some nice bars and café’s as well as a couple of the scene sets used in Game of Thrones. There are a couple of bakeries about 10 mins walk away in nearby Kaštel Lukšić.
Like previous visitors, we went to the Baletna Skola restaurant in Kaštel Kambelovac which is about 10 mins walk away. It can get quite busy at the weekends (we went out of season and all the inside tables were booked on Friday night) but once you’ve eaten there you’ll know why its popular. The other restaurant we liked was the Maslina in Split which served up excellent wood fired pizza at a very reasonable price (service was excellent too) – it’s a bit hidden away in the centre of Split but its popular with the locals and that should tell you all you need to know.
For our trip to Krka NP and Šibenik, we also used (and highly recommend) our taxi driver Antonio (+385 95 514 7525). Excellent service and advice, costing 250 Kuna per person.
The weather was a nice 20 – 25 degrees which was slightly warmer than is usual for the time of year – we experienced the Bora Wind for a couple of days but it actually helped to freshen up the air.
All in all, a great holiday – many, many thanks to Mate and family.
Beautiful villa in stunning location
Myself and 5 other (50 something) females stayed at Villa Lukas the first week in September.
From booking the villa through to coming home, Mate the owner and his family were extremely helpful. Nothing was too much trouble, he was happy to arrange for car hire/bikes/taxi if required.
Mate arranged to pick us up from the airport on arrival, on the way to the villa he took us on a detour to show us the local facilities, supermarkets, shops, bars etc. At the end of our stay he took us back to the airport
On day of arrival he gave us a while to settle in and then took us to a large supermarket so that we could stock up for the week
There is a bakery and small supermarkets within about 5 minutes walking distance
The villa and the view are amazing, the pictures on the website do not really do it justice. There is a small pebble beach literally round the corner with many others along the way
We would highly recommend the restaurant Baletna Skola which is a very short walking distance away, we ate here on several evenings working our way through the varied menu
We would also highly recommend the restaurant Stalla (about 20 minutes walk away- passing by several bars on the way)
The villa is situated half way between Split and Trogir, both definite musts for visits whilst there. You will either need a car to visit these two places, or we would highly recommend our taxi driver Antonio (+385 95 514 7525) who was only ever "15 minutes" away when we called him. He also took us for a day trip to KRKA National Park (another must see - approx. 1 hr drive away) which cost us approx. £250 Kuna for the six of us -
Mate and his family live above the villa and they were always on hand if we needed anything or required information etc. but never intrusive.
The pool is wonderful with a beautiful relaxing view of the sea and islands
We would totally recommend a stay at Villa Lukas for family or friends who wish for a relaxing holiday and hospitable owner.
Thank you to you Mate and your family
Lovely Villa
Just returned from a week at this villa In Kastella. The villa is great. Very clean, comfortable, well maintained and has everything we needed for our time here. The villa occupies the whole downstairs and Mate and his family live upstairs. They are a delightful family and as other reviewers have noted they are very helpful but unobtrusive. Mate's english is excellent. Mate picked us up from Trogir and happy to arrange Taxi's and bike hire. All the outside facilities (pool, terrace and BBQ) are left for your own use and so it does feel very private.
There are a couple of restaurants within walking distance serving typical dalmatian food and 4-5 bars in Kastel Lucksic 5 minutes walk away. There are a number of pebble beaches within easy walking distance.
We came here for a weeks relaxation by the pool and at the beach having had 2 days in Trogir and a week on a boat visiting a number of the islands and Split. As such we didn't hire a car, however the nearest decent sized supermarkets were probably 45 minute walk and so the car or bus would be helpful for that and if you want to visit Split and Trogir (both of which are fantastic and should be visited if you are in the area) it is about 250 Kuna each way to both in a Taxi.
Overall a lovely week in a great villa
Clean, Spacious with a beautiful view
This was our first holiday renting a villa after previously opting for package holidays. We were a little apprehensive as we had never done a holiday like this before. We were a family of 6 adults and 1 infant (17 months old). However, we were not disappointed at all with Villa Lukas, and the excellent host Mate and his family.
Any apprehensions were blown away as soon as we arrived at Split airport and Mate was there to meet and us and take us to our accommodation. On arrival we were very happy by the cleanliness and layout of the villa; Plenty of space with all mod cons including dishwasher, Wi-fi, air conditioning and DVD player. To top it off the outside pool, Sun beds and shower were as good as the photo's on the web page suggest.
The parents of the infant were overwhelmed at how child friendly the villa was - a brilliant cot, high chair, spacious living areas and just 3 steps leading from the villa to the patio and pool area, and even though there were 7 of us we did not feel we were living on top of each other.
The villa is set in a fabulous location, with stunning views of the sea and only a 2 minute walk to the pebble beach. There are plenty of amenities within walking distance, including a bakery, mini markets, chemist, restaurants and bars.
We did not hire a car as we had opted for a relaxing villa holiday and spent the majority of our time relaxing by the pool and on the beach. We did hire a boat for the morning and hired bikes on another day, although there are options to rent jet ski's, go on boat cruises and explore the surrounding area of Kastela and Split. In the evening we would eat at the local restaurants which were all excellent, incredibly good value and the local wines and beers, also up to a high standard.
Mate was a brilliant host and did not bother us unless we had any queries - he was only more than happy to organise bike hire for us and taxi's if needed.
Overall, we would highly recommend this villa to anyone looking for a relaxing time away, especially large families and we look forward to returning.
Excellent accomodation in good location
We were very impressed with the apartment and the service we received from Mate and his family.
The accommodation has everything you will need and it is very spacious and well laid out and thought through. We had everything we needed there and the swimming pool and view is the icing on the cake. We used the pool a lot which was a god send with the very hot temperatures we had in our fortnight there. That said the air conditioning in the apartment was excellent and very effective.
The restaurant Baletna Skola - 5 mins walk away was a hit with us and had a large varied menu and always good food - we used it a lot but there are other good ones that Mate informed us about.
We visited Split - which we found very very busy, Trogir which we loved but you need to leave time to travel as the traffic is a nightmare, Kliss Fortress which had stunning views and we rented a boat with skipper and visited islands (excellent and a big hit with out teenage daughters) and also hired jet skis on the beach in Kastela.
A really wonderful holiday in an apartment that had everything, felt very homely, was in a great location to get to tourist spots but also walk to the beach and a restaurant for good food and drink. Thanks Mate for your excellent hospitality as well - unobtrusive but always available if we had a question. We hope to be back
great location and local vibe
we spent three june weeks at this lovely home. our host, Mate, and his family were super cooperative and attentive to our needs. we loved the pool, the property, and especially the location right on the Adriatic and between Trogir and Split, both World Heritage cities. the feeling of being in a real neighborhood versus a classic tourist area was something we desired and received. we had a car and would recommend that. our group varied in size from 2-8 depending on the date.
Location
From the Owner
“The land was inherited from my parents whose parents also lived here for many generations.”
Activity and Interests
The city of Kaštela lies in the coast of the Kaštela bay under the Kozjak Mountain. With the city of Solin and the cities of Trogir and Split - both on the UNESCO list of protected patrimony makes them an urban complex. Although the area of Kaštela is indisputably a rich archeological site with remains dating back through history - since prehistory to the ancient Greek, Roman and Croatian times - Kaštela is mostly renowned for its fortifications - the castels (Kaštela). Urban settlements Kaštel Štafilić, Kaštel Novi, Kaštel Stari, Kaštel Lukšić, Kaštel Kambelovac, Kaštel Gomilica and Kaštel Sučurac were built at the end of 15th and during the 16 century as a sequence of fortifications - castels, as well as villages surrounded by massive walls that today form the city of Kaštela.
We invite you to take a walking tour at the promenades thru Kaštela and old town central areas that are often praised for their particulary interesting architecture of castles and churches.
All the fortifications and churches are open for public viewing and can be visited, but it is to be mentioned as extraordinary sightseeing spot the little church of Virgin Stomoria, the Biblical garden in Kaštel Novi, the Botanical garden and the Museum of the city of Kaštela in Kaštel Lukšić. The permanent exhibition of the museum is the testimony praising the history of our town. Cultural and entertainment shows (exhibitions, concerts, fishermen's parties), diverse sportive and recreational possibilities (tenis, sailing, hiking, ...), as well as parties on the terraces of the taverns accompained by homemade food specialties, make Kaštela an interesting place for everyone.
In addition, excellent trafic connections (Split Airport - Kaštela, highway, railroad) shall enable an extremly fast arrival to all chance travelers passing by our town.
The natural beach resort can be reached within two minutes from house, an excellent restaurant in five and the town center in ten minutes by walking.
The beach which is 100 meters away from the house is marked by water of excellent quality, with natural shade from the sunshine during the day due to nearby trees. There is a 15 km long path specifically aimed for riding and walking along the coast.
All seven little historical cities with medieval castels can be seen either by walking or riding.
Prices and Availability
Rental rates
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Preseason 2017
8 Apr 2017 -
16 Jun 2017
4 night minimum stay
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£741
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£185
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£1,297
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Top season 2017
17 Jun 2017 -
1 Sep 2017
4 night minimum stay
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£1,011
for 4 nights
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£253
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£1,769
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Postseason 2017
2 Sep 2017 -
24 Nov 2017
4 night minimum stay
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£741
for 4 nights
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£185
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£1,297
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Out of season 2017
25 Nov 2017 -
6 Apr 2018
4 night minimum stay
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£505
for 4 nights
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£126
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£884
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Preseason 2018
7 Apr 2018 -
15 Jun 2018
4 night minimum stay
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£741
for 4 nights
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£185
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£1,297
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Top season 2018
16 Jun 2018 -
7 Sep 2018
4 night minimum stay
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£1,011
for 4 nights
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£253
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£1,769
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Postseason 2018
8 Sep 2018 -
23 Nov 2018
4 night minimum stay
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£741
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£185
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£1,297
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Out of season 2018
24 Nov 2018 -
5 Apr 2019
4 night minimum stay
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£505
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£126
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£884
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My Standard Rate
Changeover Day: Saturday 4 night minimum stay
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£505
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Additional pricing information
| Fees | No additional mandatory fees |
| Refundable Damage Deposit | £168.44 |
Manager's Cancellation Policy
- 50% refund for cancellations more than 30 days before check-in date.
- 100% refund for cancellations more than 60 days before check-in date.
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Facilities
Property Type
- villa
Theme
- Adventure
- Family
- Historic
- Romantic
- Rustic
- Tourist Attractions
General
- Air Conditioning ...
- Hair Dryer
- Heating
- Internet ...
- Iron & Board
- Linens Provided
- Living Room
- Parking ...
- Towels Provided
- Washing Machine
Kitchen
- Coffee Maker
- Dishes & Utensils
- Dishwasher
- Garbage Disposal
- Gourmet Kitchen
- Kitchen ...
- Microwave
- Oven
- Pantry Items
- Refrigerator
- Hob
- Toaster
Dining
- Child's Highchair
- Dining
- Dining Room
Entertainment
- Ping Pong Table
- Satellite / Cable
- Television ...
Pool / Spa
- Heated Pool
- Private Pool ...
Onsite Services
- Housekeeping
- Massage
Suitability
- Groups
- Long-term Renters Welcome
- Singles
Location Type
- beach
- city centre
- mountain
- near the sea
- resort
- town
- waterfront
Attractions
- bay
- botanical garden
- churches
- duty free shops
- live theatre
- marina
- museums
- playground
- recreation centre
- restaurants
- ruins
- waterfalls
Leisure Activities
- eco tourism
- paddle boating
- photography
- walking
Local Services & Businesses
- ATM/bank
- Babysitter
- fitness centre
- groceries
- hospital
- laundrette - serviced
- massage therapist
- medical services
Sports & Adventure Activities
- cycling
- hiking
- mountain biking
- rafting
- roller blading
- sailing
- diving
- surfing
- swimming
- tennis
Floor Area
- 120 m²
Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1 - Toilet, Bath with Shower, Bidet
- Bathroom 2 - Toilet, Shower Enclosure
Bedrooms
- 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8
- Blue Room - 1 Large Double Bed, 12m2, air conditioner, cosmetic desk, door to terrace.
- Orange Room - 1 Extra Lg. Double Bed, 13m2 area, air conditioner, work desk, sea view.
- Green Room - 1 Extra Lg. Double Bed, 16m2 area, air conditioner, desk, possibility of child be
- All rooms have a three-winged wardrobe, air conditioner and a cupboard.
Outside
- Bicycles ...
- Boat ...
- Terrace ...
- Garden
- Outdoor Furniture
- Barbecue
- Tennis ...
Meals
- Booking Possible
- Booking Possible
- Booking Possible
- Catering available
House Rules
- Max. occupancy: 8
- pets not allowed
- children welcome
Notes:
- Safe for valuables.
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