Holiday lettings and rentals on Korcula

Come away to the beautiful Venetian influenced island of Korcula along the remarkably beautiful Adriatic coast and discover stunning, peaceful, sun soaked Mediterranean type landscapes, life in the slow lane and unique local cuisine that is strongly influenced by neighbouring Italy, endless sunshine and the local harvest of olives and grapes! Here you can swim for hours and walk or bike for miles and enjoy delectable, robust, rustic, local regional cuisine.

With the entirety of spectacular Korcula right on your doorstep ready to explore, there are so many reasons to have a wonderful holiday on this magnificent Croatian island! Find a stunning, fully equipped, upmarket holiday rental from a selection of lovely options dotted about in and around the coastal towns and villages on the island. Most of these spacious, breezy rentals with fully furnished, fully equipped, contemporary interiors are under 1 km from the beach and feature a pool and a balcony or terrace with a fabulous, breathtaking elevated view of the sea. Browse a wide selection of properties and find a perfect holiday getaway for 2, 4, or 6 or 8 guests or size up for a big group of up to 20 guests!

Korcula is a narrow island off the coast of Southern Croatia overlooking the Adriatic sea to the west and the Peljesac Peninsula to the west. The island is home to dense, verdant, indigenous conifer, oaks, wild olive and bay tree forests and an abundance of aromatic plants such as sage, rosemary and lavender. The sea surrounding the island is a magnificent tourmaline blue and thousands of tourists visit the island each year for the sublime summer swimming, glorious sunshine and wonderful local cuisine. Average flying time to Croatia’s capital Split from London, Manchester or Birmingham is under 4.5 hours. From Split there are multiple ferries each day to Korcula Town or Vela Luka.

Escape to this delightful, tranquil island with its beautiful scenery, ancient architecture, clean air, rural peace, pretty historical towns and plenty of paradise beaches. Enjoy rustic dining in authentic eateries where you can sample meals prepared with the freshest local ingredients and the fabled local olive oil! Be sure to try the local version of lamb on the spit where the lamb is cooked for several hours in a purpose built stone oven. Black risotto, octopus salad, goat’s cheese and Dalmation ham is on most menus and the local Peka meal is a taste sensation! A variety of meat, seafood and vegetables are slowly cooked under a metal or earthenware Peka or bell that is surrounded by burning coals, a local culinary tradition that goes way back!

The island of Korcula is a fabulous destination for cycling. You can bring your own bike or take advantage of the several reputable bike hire companies on the island. Here you also have the option to book local, guided cycle tours. There are plenty of gorgeous, quiet country lanes through scenic vineyards and a myriad of off-tarmac roads and hilly paths to explore. Korcula’s dense, Mediterranean scrub and forest vegetation provides a stunning backdrop for the myriad of well trodden as well as off the beaten track walking routes to suit all ages and abilities and is one of the best ways to explore the island!

Korcula boasts a multitude of beautiful, quiet beaches. The southern portion of the island is where you will find sandy beaches in gorgeous secluded bays with pebble beaches more common on the northern shore. Explore the pristine beauty of Lumbarda Beach, just 7 km from the town of Korcula via a scenic drive through pine woods and olive groves. Here you are not far from magnificent vineyards and fabulous wine tastings at the Lovic or Popic wineries where you can purchase outstanding souvenir wines. Lumbarda is a paradise for swimming, sailing and sunbathing and the calm, clear waters of the Adriatic provide perfect conditions for kayaking and stand up paddleboarding!

Wander about the cobbled streets of the old town and admire the splendid Venetian architecture. Explore the majestic, imposing, Gothic-Baroque cathedral of St Mark and if you are extra adventurous, you can climb up the narrow spiral staircase that leads to the bell tower. From here you can take in the resplendent views of the town, the Peljesac Peninsula and the azure Asiatic Sea. Catch a mesmerising, traditional sword dance performance at the summer theatre in the evening!

Hop on board a water taxi and head off to explore the tiny island archipelago just off the coast between Korcula and Lumbarda. The water taxi service will drop you off at Badija, Stupe and Vrnik. Pack a swimsuit, a towel and some sunscreen for an island hopping adventure! You can discover perfect, secluded swimming and snorkelling spots on the uninhabited island of Stupe, visit the magnificent monastery on Badija and explore the old quarry on Vrnik where you will find crystal clear water and gorgeous shingle beaches.

Head off on a fabulous day trip one hour west that allows you to see the entire width of the island and arrive at Vela Luka for an adventure! Vela Luka is a beautiful harbour town where you can visit the mystical caves of Spila, admire rare archeological finds housed in the Cultural Museum and taste the incredible local olive oil that is a key feature of the wonderful local cuisine on the island. Take a short boat taxi ride to the tiny islands of Proizd and Osjak for a perfect afternoon of swimming and snorkelling!

How about an excursion to a quaint secluded village surrounded by wonderful hiking and cycling trails! There is an absolutely splendid 4 km hike from Pupnat to the scenic fishing village of Racisce on the island’s north coast. Pupnat is just 30 minutes west of Korcula town and boasts Pupnatska Luka, an exquisite white pebble beach just 6 minutes from the village that is rated as one of the best beaches on the island!

Rent a bike and escape to beautiful Racisce by bike! A 12 km low lying road meanders gently through sleepy seaside settlements from Korcula Old Town to Racisce. The hills around Racisce offer some of the most sublime views over the island and a fifteen minute walk from the village down a steep path will bring you to the absolutely breathtaking, secluded, Vaja Beach with sublime conditions for swimming and snorkelling. In October you can see the locals harvest their olives in the numerous ancient olive groves in and around the village!