Sisters-Homes Vidovići 11

Historical Preservation Meets Mediterranean Living on Cres Island

In Vidovići, a village of only a few dozen inhabitants on Cres Island, House 11 is a meticulous restoration of a 200-year-old Mediterranean dwelling, using traditional materials to preserve the soul of the structure. The interiors celebrate the original 18th-century footprint. On the first level, a sitting room centers around a preserved historic oven, leading to a kitchen designed for communal living. The second floor offers a bright second lounge and a large primary bedroom with a mezzanine gallery. Throughout, the palette is muted, allowing the texture of the original stone to provide the primary visual interest.

A large south-facing terrace acts as an outdoor living room, offering a vantage point over green pastures against the blue of the Adriatic. Guests also have access to a nearby covered lounge and a "Guvno"—a traditional stone threshing floor repurposed as a terrace for sunset viewing. An outdoor shower provides a connection to the elements.

What we love

What makes this project so compelling is the way twin sisters Nataša and Ingrid have balanced meticulous historical preservation with a sharp, artistic eye. By restoring these ancient stone structures in the secluded hilltop of Vidovići, they’ve created a dialogue between 200-year-old heritage and sophisticated minimalist design. Staying at House 11 feels less like a traditional rental and more like inhabiting a living gallery.

Layout

This vacation home for rent in Vidovići sleeps up to four guests. The 110-square-meter floor plan is distributed across three floors. The first floor houses the kitchen, dining area, and a sitting room. The second floor contains a spacious bedroom with a double bed and a mezzanine, plus a bathroom and second lounge. The top attic level features an intimate twin bedroom tucked beneath exposed rafters. Access is via the main terrace or a traditional separate second-floor entrance.

Experiences

Walk the ancient shepherd paths leading from the village to the sea. Local honey and olive oil can be sourced from the few remaining permanent residents in the village.

Good to know

This property is part of a cluster of restored homes and is best suited for those seeking quiet. It is not suitable for unsupervised children under 13 due to the staircases and mezzanine. Smoking is permitted in outdoor areas only. Expect a short walk from the parking area.

Amenities & services

Internet/wlan, air conditioning, kitchen, dining area, dishwasher, stone oven, panoramic terrace, outdoor shower, bed linens, towels, local tax included

Around

Located 280 meters above sea level, Vidovići is a car-free village on the island of Cres, accessible via a winding road from the port of Martinšćica. The area is a haven for botanical enthusiasts and birdwatchers, particularly those tracking the rare griffon vulture. Martinšćica, a 10-minute drive away, offers pebble beaches and essential amenities. A car is necessary for exploring the island’s rugged interior and the nearby historic town of Osor. The distance to the mainland ferry at Porozina is approximately 45 minutes, while the ferry at Merag is 30 minutes away.