Villas in Brac

Brač, Croatia is a dreamy holiday destination loaded with historical treasures, spectacular scenery, and delicious food. Surprisingly, Brač’s beauty is unmarred by crowds. You’ll feel as if each one of its awe-inspiring beaches is there just for you! Perfect for relaxing or setting out on a new adventure, each city has its own signature heritage to discover. So, pack your bags and head out to a storybook destination surrounded by turquoise seas, unforgettable history, and gorgeous nature.

Imagine an over the top, luxury villa. Or one with gorgeous, traditional architecture yet contemporary interior. Whatever your plans may be, the holiday villas listed will not disappoint in the slightest. Spoil yourself with all the conveniences including a private pool, envious gardens with ocean views and a generous terrace. Have breakfast on the patio with your family or plus one. Plan the day by the pool while admiring the sea. Brač’s holiday rentals will show you the meaning of a world-class stay.

Brač is one of the best kept secrets for nature lovers. The iconic Zlatnie Rat Beach, features a golden sand promontory with the perfect combination of wind, cobalt blue sea, and wintergreen pines for an exotic day out that changes according to the seasons. Everyday is a new photo op! Try windsurfing or scuba diving with your go-pro to capture these stunning moments. Brač’s chief hiking hotspot is Dragon’s Cave. Zmajeva Spilja was the dwelling of Glagolitic priests in the 1400s who left behind sculpted reliefs on the cave’s walls. Let your imagination run wild in this ancient temple landscape.

The island of Brač is home to over 15 restored pre-Romanesque and early Christian period churches ranging from 800-1000 AD. Each city features its own stunning place of worship like the Church of the Holy Spirit in Škrip and St. John and Theodore in Bol. Brač is also home to stonemasonry, especially Ivan Rendić’s famous works which are on exhibit at Supetar’s Gallery. Be sure to tour the famous quarries in Pučišća and discover their exciting history. Stop by the stone masonry school to watch rough stone transform into beautiful sculptures.

Brač is a beautiful island with historical cities offering fascinating stories and architecture. Pučišća is well-known for its white stone quarries. Mined circa 500 BC all the way up to the 20th century, they were responsible for producing stones that created world-famous palaces and monuments including the Diocletian Palace and the Brandenburg Gate. Bol town features 15th century Gothic-Renaissance churches, as well as the Branislav Dešković Gallery housed in a 17th century Renaissance-Baroque palace, and the unusual House-in-a-House. And August celebrates the Feast of St. Roch with the traditional Hrapoćuša Dol Torte.

Vidova Gora can be ascended in a military-style vehicle around Trolokve to the summit. Or, take a hike and enjoy awesome apex views overlooking the spectacular cobalt blue sea all the way to Jabuka, Korčula, and Bol.

Blaca Monastery offers hikers a flashback to the early 1500s. Try the scenic walking route to the museum, just a few kilometres from the bay. Enjoy the armour, paintings, telescope, and 10,000 books that were bartered for the friar’s delicious wine, honey, and olive oil, back in the day.

Stina Winery in Bol, established in 1903, incorporates the traditional Greek method of fermenting grapes harvested from Brač’s stony slopes. Take a tour and discover Plavac Mali, a signature red wine with notes of Mediterranean herbs and sour cherries paired with lamb, pršut, and cheese to inspire your palate. The white, Pošip, expresses the crisp structure that Croatians prefer with octopus and seafood risotto.

Postira & Lovrenčina Bay offer history buffs an amazing opportunity to explore a 16th century settlement with the castle that the famous Croatian poet Vladimir Nazor was born in. The nearby beach boasts an ancient 5th century church. A beautiful vista and exciting history, what an experience!

Visit Supetar’s cultural giants including the father of modern Croatian sculpture, Ivan Rendić. His gallery is in the National Library. Other features include a 1000-year-old Roman church called St. Luke housing an ancient boat, Roman villas, a white domed neo-Byzantine mausoleum, and much more.

Škrip, is an architectural museum housing the Island of Brač Museum in its 16th century tower. The Museum of Olive Oil boasts a 3,000-year history. It preserves the tools for milling and extracting pure olive oil, and there is a tasting room for their award-winning olive oils as well as a gift shop to purchase a few bottles. Be sure to also check out the art gallery’s unique paintings and sculptures.

Traditional specialties such as lamb, pršut, cheese, shellfish, and fish are the top choices for discerning foodies. The Konoba Dalmatino in Bol offers octopus and seafood risotto, veal, incredible wine, and delicious desserts. Dance into the wee hours of the night at venues like Bolero, Faces, and many more in Supetar and Bol.