Villa In The Old Town,5 Mins To Town Beach, Parking Nearby

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 51076.4 sq ft

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Jelsa, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija

Jelsa Harbour
‪6 min walk‬
Tvrdalj Castle
‪13 min drive‬
Zlatni Rat Beach
‪270 min drive‬
Brac Island (BWK)
‪283 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

Living Room 1

2 Double Sofa Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Old Croatian Villa in the Old Town of Jelsa. The house has been totally restored and with all modern conveniences and comforts. Air Con and fans. Large walled in private garden with hammock, gas grill, loungers, perfect for an afternoon siesta. A 40m2 terrace with views of Old Town, sea and mainland with outdoor rainforest shower and lounging furniture and sunsail for both shaded areas and sun. A short 2 min walk to the main square, where you will find cafes, restaurants and shops. Another 3 minutes brings you to the first town beach. Parking available.

Property manager

Robert De Young

Languages

English, Norwegian

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

Property Registration Number 35187121072

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A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Jelsa

Located in Jelsa, this villa is in a rural area and near the beach. Jelsa Harbour and Nikola Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Stari Grad Plain and Lanterna Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.

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Jelsa, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija

What's nearby

Jelsa Harbour - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Tvrdalj Castle - 13 min drive - 10.6 km
Dubovica Beach - 21 min drive - 16.5 km
Lanterna Beach - 26 min drive - 10.8 km
Milna Beach - 30 min drive - 22.4 km

Getting around

Split Airport (SPU) - 179 min drive

Restaurants

‪Art - ‬7 min walk
‪Eis Caffe-Jelsa - ‬4 min walk
‪Me And Mrs Jones - ‬3 min walk
‪Caffe bar TRICK - ‬3 min walk
‪Konoba Nono - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Villa In The Old Town,5 Mins To Town Beach, Parking Nearby pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Villa In The Old Town,5 Mins To Town Beach, Parking Nearby?

As of Apr 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa In The Old Town,5 Mins To Town Beach, Parking Nearby on Apr 22, 2025 start from $181.82, excluding 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 for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Villa In The Old Town,5 Mins To Town Beach, Parking Nearby?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa In The Old Town,5 Mins To Town Beach, Parking Nearby?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa In The Old Town,5 Mins To Town Beach, Parking Nearby located?

Situated by the sea, this villa is within a 10-minute walk of Stari Grad Plain and Jelsa Harbour. Nikola Winery is 2.8 mi (4.4 km) away.

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

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10/10

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10/10

Location

9.8/10

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This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rita G.

Jul 23, 2017

Amazing!

A great place to stay! Many places to spread out - a garden, French balcony, coffee balcony, or anywhere in the house. It also provided bikes, beach cushions, cooler, and more to enjoy your stay

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Andrew R.

Jul 22, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Jelsa July 2022

Fantastic property in a great location to the harbour town with plenty of shops from food, bakeries, bars and restaurants serving local specialities. The apartment was very spacious and a sea view from the balcony. The facilities were more than adequate and well equipped and had the bonus of the separate ground floor apartment. A great place to stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mitar M.

Jul 9, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Week in Jelsa

Serene and quiet neighbourhood, 5 minutes from every important stop in Jelsa. Parking is a challenge in Jelsa. Robert is amazing host, great attention to detail, house is well equipped with everything required for a proper family stay. We’ll come again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nora A.

Aug 27, 2024

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Urlaub

Alles war sehr schön und gepflegt

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monika A.

Sep 3, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Traumhaus für Altstadtfans

Das Haus liegt mitten in den Gassen von Jelsa. Von der Terrasse hat man einen tollen Blick über die Gärten der Altstadt, auf den Kirchturm und den nahen Hafen. Die Masten der Segelboote scheinen zum greifen nah. Die Ausstattung ist sehr gut, die Einrichtung sehr persönlich und individuell. Das Haus hat zwei separate Einheiten, ein kleines Studio mit Bad und Küchenzeile im EG und ein großes Wohnzimmer mit sehr geräumigen Schlafzimmer im 1. Und zweiten OG. Für uns war es ideal, da unsere Tochter bereits erwachsen ist. Sehr junge Kinder hätten wir nicht gerne im EG alleine gelassen, da es doch deutlich vom Hauptteil des Hauses getrennt ist. Die Gastgeber haben sich um alles gekümmert, der Service war klasse, das Haus blitzsauber, ausreichend Handtücher vorhanden. Für uns war es perfekt und wir kommen gerne wieder - auch nach Jelsa!

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doris B.

Aug 18, 2023

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Tolle Unterkunft

Das Haus mitten in der Altstadt bietet ausreichend Platz für eine vierköpfige Familie. Die Kinder sollten aber schon älter sein, da deren Schlafraum im Erdgeschoss liegt und einen separaten Eingang hat, das restliche Haus kann nur über die Außentreppe betreten werden. Das Haus ist liebevoll saniert und sehr wohnlich eingerichtet. Die Küche ist sehr gut ausgestattet. Von der Terrasse hat man einen schönen Blick auf die Kirche und sieht die Masten der Segelschiffe im Hafen. Die Lage in der Altstadt ist toll um den Flair der Stadt mit vielen tollen Restaurants und Bars zu genießen. Es gibt keine Parkmöglichkeiten in unmittelbarer Nähe, das Gepäck muss an der Kirche ausgeladen werden und dann die Gasse hoch zum Haus gebracht werden. Nachdem Bettwäsche und Handtücher gestellt werden und eine Waschmaschine und ein Trockner vor sind, empfiehlt es sich sparsamer zu packen. Das Haus liegt etwas versteckt in einer ruhigen Seitengasse. Wir hatten einen sehr liebevollen Empfang mit Obst und lokalen Wein. Unser Vermieter war immer erreichbar, auch vor Ort hätte es Hilfe gegeben wenn dies nötig gewesen wäre. Hvar ist eine wunderschöne Insel mit vielen kleinen Buchten und einer tollen Landschaft, es lohnt sich etwas zu fahren und keine Angst vor den Schotterstraßen zu haben. Wir können das Haus uneingeschränkt empfehlen und würden jederzeit wiederkommen. Vielen herzlichen Dank Robert für den unvergesslichen Urlaub in deinem schönen Haus.

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

Jul 30, 2023

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Super Unterkunft

Es war alles super, die Lage sehr gut. Gerne wieder

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

josephine v.

Sep 7, 2022

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MAGNIFIQUE, TRES AGREABLE ET TRES REPOSANT

MERCI

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas K.

Aug 29, 2021

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Urlaub im wundersschönen Jelsa

Der Urlaub in Jelsa hat uns sehr gut gefallen. Die Wohnung ist wirklich außergewöhnlich, der Gastgeber sehr aufmerksam. Wir haben uns dort von Anfang an sehr heimisch gefühlt und nicht wie in einer Ferienwohnung. bBesonders schön ist die tolle Außendusche und die gut ausgerüstete Küche. Sollten wir nochmals nach Jelsa reisen....gerne wieder in Roberts Haus:)

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bujar M., London, United Kingdom

Aug 24, 2021

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Fantastic place to stay!

Really great place to stay equipped with all that you need (minus a pool;) for a great summer holiday. If you're into African art/decor, then you're in for a treat:) The property is located in a superb location - centre of village - that allows you to explore the town, shops, restaurants + Jelsa is an ideal location for travelling to the rest of the island (something that we we did a lot off). We had a hired car with us at all times and could not park very close to the property, however if you dont mind a short 5min walk then it should not be a big problem. We hired the entire villa which also comes with a self-contained studio downstairs that has a separate entrance - perfect for teens/jungesters who'd like to stay late and come home without distrurbing anyone else. The owner is supe attentative and very helpful. I'll certainly would go back and would highly recommend it.

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Volker B.

Aug 17, 2021

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A good place to chill out and a home base to discover the island

Villa Fjaka is located in the middle of the old part of Jelsa. The owner restored the whole building which has now all modern equipment but the ambience of a traditional stone house. The outfit is somehow a bit ethno style what we liked and what creates an inspiring atmosphere. Everything was perfectly clean and well prepared when we arrived. The communication with the owner (and some of his neighbours and friends) was very friendly. – All in all for us Villa Fjaka was an ideal home base to discover the whole island. We had a wonderful 14-days-stay there with our two boys (18 years old), who occupied the basement flat (with a separate entrance). The inside guide (among a lot of other guide books and travel information) written by Paul Bradbury helped a lot (although it is more than 10 years old). If the internet access in the house does not work perfectly (and you need one) go to Café Splendid on the main place just three minutes away. All-out recommendation!

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark V., Greenwich, London, uk

Sep 24, 2019

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A charming property in a great location

Jelsa, in my opinion, is the best place to stay on Hvar. Very friendly, relaxed with nice restaurants. Robert’s place is tucked away in the old town and has been renovated to a high standard. Quaint, but perfectly comfortable. As well as the house itself, there is an outside terrace and garden so you can sit outside. Robert was very helpful and easy to deal with. I thoroughly recommend this rental.

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Mark W.

Aug 20, 2019

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A great stay at Villa Fjaka

We had a fantastic stay in Jelsa and appreciated the charm, character and location of Villa Fjaka. Well located a few minutes walk from the centre of Jelsa and it's restaurants and shops, Villa Fjaka is an oasis of calm. We enjoyed the fact that it felt like someone's home rather than a generic holiday apartment; the terrace and garden provide further spaces to enjoy. However, while the downstairs apartment was fine for our teenage daughters to sleep in, the room is quite dark and does not really provide a comfortable living space. Finally, we found the best areas for swimming on the opposite side of the harbour and further around the headland, which are still only a 7-10 minute walk from the house.

10/10 Excellent

Sandra L.

Aug 11, 2019

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Tolles Haus

Die Ferien im Haus von Robert haben uns sehr gefallen. Jelsa ist traumhaft. Alles, was man braucht ist vor Ort zu finden. Das Haus war sehr sauber. Nah an allem und trotzdem weg vom Lärm der Touristen. Die Terrasse mit Sicht aufs Meer ein Traum. Gerne wieder.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jasmin F.

Aug 4, 2019

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Wunderschönes Haus in wunderschönem Ort

Sehr gut ausgestattetes, sehr schön eingerichtetes Haus für Familien mit großen Kindern (Das Untergeschoß ist abgetrennt). Jelsa ist toll, nicht zu viel, aber trotzdem belebt, mit Markt, Supermärkten, Restaurants & Bars. Wir kommen bestimmt auch noch ein drittes Mal:)

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joy G.

Aug 26, 2018

Wonderful holiday

We had a really great holiday at Villa Fjaka. Accomodation was perfect for our family, with our adult daughters sleeping in the ground floor room. Villa was comfortable, quirky and very well equipped. It is just a few minutes from the harbour, restaurants and shops and being sited in a residential area was a real plus as it was peaceful. We spent many hours on the sun terrace as a contrast to sunbathing on the variety of locations along the coast where we swam in the lovely warm sea. We ate very well in several of the restaurants in the harbour, which is a charming, family-friendly area for after-dinner strolling and ice-creams. We enjoyed exploring the island by boat and open-topped beetle and we thoroughly recommend a holiday in Villa Fjaka in beautiful Jelsa.

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jasmin F.

Aug 17, 2018

Tolles Haus, toller Ort

Gut ausgestattetes Ferienhaus, toll eingerichtet, tolle Terasse, nette Nachbarn, mitten in schönem Örtchen, Strände fußläufig. Unterer Teil ist wie eine Einliegerwohnung mit separatem Eingang.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Anna B.

Aug 16, 2018

Beautifully presented, well located and comfortable.

We really enjoyed our stay here. We ended up using the top part of the property only, which meant using the sofa bed, but that was fine. The terrace is lovely, and we appreciated the homely touches (like a well equipped kitchen!) that made it easy to stay there. The walk down the lanes to the harbour was a pleasure too. Jelsa is a lovely place.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Gabriele B.

Sep 20, 2017

Eigenes Heim in Kroatien

Sehr romantisch. Etwas für Individualisten.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lesley C.

Sep 17, 2017

Perfect home for perfect holiday

We have had a month in Croatia and stayed 1 week in Jelsa, this was by far our favourite accomodation.Everything has been thought of, all the local info about the area, its great to have all the condiments for cooking, as well as the nightlights when your in unfamiliar surroundings. Our kids had been backpacking for weeks so enjoyed having some space downstairs to call their own. We would stroll down to get our morning pastries and then spent a lot of time on the balcony soaking up the surroundings and enjoying the clear skies and warm weather. We loved getting our fresh vegetables and figs from a small doorway just down the road, the fresh figs yum. We did the coastal walk to Vrboska (it is 5km) with lots of beautiful areas to stop and swim along the way. This is a beautiful village that has an amazing Wine Festival the last weekend of August, which we were lucky enough to arrive in the midst of, Saturday evening.The street food was incredible, water polo games, music and finished with an amazing fire works display. We would definitely recommend staying here to our friends and hope we can return one day.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

victoria freeland

Aug 27, 2017

a beautiful apartment in a beautiful town. perfect for a family.

such a beautiful and characterful apartment... so well laid out... and the wifi and separate apartment was a treat for teenagers... you can't beat the roof terrace though. the views day and night are so lovely. Thank you Robert for all the care you took to welcome us and keep us comfortable... we had everything we could wish for. There is a good food scene emerging on the shore (Usmokve and me and mrs jones) and the sea swimming off mina beach (just a stroll away) is perfect for all ages and has shade and sun! We absolutely recommend Jelsa (better than Hvar town ) for sun, sea, peace and good food and the villa for comfort, peace and charm. (we miss it!)

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rachel F.

Aug 21, 2017

Gorgeous house, lovely place

We stayed for two weeks in August at Villa Fjaka. The house is lovely, in the town but quiet and peaceful, with a beautiful terrace. It has everything you could possibly need - beach equipment, bikes, books, and (important for me) a cafetiere! Jelsa is really lovely, a beautiful harbour, loads of restaurants, cafes and bars, lots of swimming spots to choose from. It is easy to manage without a car - we used the bus, taxi boat, bikes, and rented a boat for a day to get around. There are lots of supermarkets and some market stalls and lovely bakeries to do your shopping. Having visited other places on the island - Hvar Town, Stari Grad, Vrboska - I would say Jelsa is easily the nicest place to stay. Robert was very helpful in terms of bookings and information. Hvar is very easy to reach from the UK, with a really convenient early morning catameran leaving Jelsa directly to Split. I can't fault this place at all, would highly recommend! (The house is divided into two with a self-contained studio downstairs, this worked well for us with two teenagers).

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tom H.

Aug 30, 2016

Great location, comfortable & relaxing

So many holiday villas are poorly equipped and soulless - Villa Fjaka is an antidote to this, clearly a place much loved by the attentive owners, well equipped and easy to live in. We loved the terrace with views to the harbour, and the walled garden for evening meals. Jelsa is a magical place which we hope to return to one day! Much recommended

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

sandra w.

Sep 7, 2015

Beautiful

The villa is beautiful. Clean and well maintained but still very traditional. it was great to have the balcony outside to sit in the morning sun. We had a superb master suite and the children slept in their own room underneath, Now - usually I would stress about this but the area is so friendly, the neighbours were lovely and it was such a safe environment that I was more than happy. It is literally a 5 minute stroll the the harbour and main square where we could sit and watch the world go by and the boats come in! The kids found the local beach (again, very safe) and spent many happy hours there. We took a boat trip from the harbour to other islands and were centrally based to explore the rest of the island. LOTs of places to eat - great food and very reasonably priced. The holiday from booking to arrival was well organised and very stress free - definitely recommend this villa for its charm and location

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Aug 28, 2015

A very special holiday

Thank you so much for letting us stay in your wonderful house. We had a really, really good time and loved the island. It was particularly nice for me to get to know Jelsa - my full name is Hannah Jelsa Marshallsay because I was conceived there in the 70s - my parents thought it was romantic to give me Jelsa as my middle name. I had always disliked it as it didn't mean anything to me, but am now feeling more of an affinity with it - we should have visited years ago!

About the host

Hosted by Robert De Young

American who has lived in Norway for the past 30 years.
Love to travel. I'm a restaurateur and sommelier living in Oslo and a big time foodie. Married to bookish Norwegian. We have three children.

Why they chose this property

Bought the villa as a ruin fourteen years ago and had it totally restored. Jelsa is a relaxed Dalmatian town reminiscent of the way things used to be on the Adriatic. We enjoy our house and the town of Jelsa so much and would like to share the experience with you. The Croats have a word for the palpable lethargy that is often felt in the island towns — fjaka, described by locals as “the sweetness of doing nothing”

What makes this property unique

We enjoy being two minutes from the main square. It's like a big living room for us, to sit in the cafes enjoying an espresso or a cold drink, people-watch and take in the life of the town. Jelsa is perfectly situated for vacationers who love to swim, fish, hike and bicycle. It also has car rental and boat rentals. Easy access to nearby larger towns of Stari Grad and Hvar town, with many charming villages along the way.

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English, Norwegian

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