Villa with Pool near Motovun in Istrian Village

Villa Catalpa - The spacious one for gathering everyone together.

The largest of the four houses, Villa Catalpa accommodates up to 12 guests and is ideal for extended families, groups of friends and celebrations. The main residence and two separate guest quarters offer generous space to come together while allowing everyone their own privacy. With inviting living areas, a private pool and peaceful outdoor spaces, Catalpa is a natural choice for shared meals, relaxed afternoons and long evenings under the Istrian sky.

12 guests · 6 bedrooms · 6 bathrooms · 440 m²

Villa Catalpa is the largest of four lovingly restored stone houses in Prašćari, a historic Istrian village near Motovun. Surrounded by gardens and rolling countryside, it combines the privacy of a spacious family home with the atmosphere of a peaceful village.

Accommodating up to 12 guests, the villa comprises a main residence and two separate guest quarters, making it ideal for larger families, groups of friends or several generations travelling together.

Generous living and dining areas, a fully equipped kitchen, two fireplaces, private terraces and a swimming pool provide plenty of space to relax and spend time together.

The gym, sauna and yoga room are located in separate buildings within the village. Together with the tennis court, football field, boules court, table tennis and table football, these facilities are within walking distance of all four villas and are shared by their guests.

Our concierge service can provide restaurant recommendations and arrange airport transfers, tennis and yoga lessons, a private chef, truffle hunting, olive oil and wine tastings, boat trips and other local experiences. Booked activities, transfers and external services are subject to availability and charged separately. Baby cots and high chairs are available upon request.
Villa Catalpa can be booked individually or together with the other three houses, accommodating up to 28 guests across the village. This makes Prašćari an ideal setting for family celebrations, weddings, private gatherings and corporate retreats.

Istria offers something to discover in every season, from hilltop villages and vineyards to the coast and historic towns such as Motovun and Rovinj. After a day of exploring, guests return to the peace of their own village retreat, away from the crowds. Prašćari can be reached via the airports of Pula, Rijeka, Trieste and Venice.

At a glance
• Sleeps up to 12 guests.
• 440 m² of living space.
• Six bedrooms and six bathrooms.
• Main residence and two separate guest quarters.
• Private swimming pool.
• Spacious terraces and gardens.
• Two fireplaces.
• Fully equipped kitchen.
• Air-conditioning and Wi-Fi.
• Baby cots and high chairs available upon request.
• Shared village facilities within walking distance: tennis court, football field, boules court, table tennis and table football.
• Gym, sauna and yoga room in separate village buildings, available to guests of all four villas.
• Concierge service for restaurant recommendations, airport transfers and local experiences.
• Accessible via Pula, Rijeka, Trieste and Venice airports.
• Can be booked together with the other village houses.
• Suitable for family celebrations, weddings and corporate retreats upon request.

The villas are in Prašćari, a small, authentic and charming Istrian village near Motovun, in the heart of Istria. The village offers a perfect blend of tranquility, natural beauty, and timeless charm. Surrounded by lush gardens, expansive green fields and olive groves, the village creates a truly peaceful retreat in the heart of nature.

What makes Prašćari so special?

Unique about Prašćari is its distinctive village setting. The historic houses have been lovingly equipped with modern furniture, carefully preserving their original character and charm. Set in the middle of nature, Prašćari offers an atmosphere of privacy, calm, and understated elegance in every season.

The village is well connected and easily accessible from the airports of Pula, Rijeka, and Trieste, making it an ideal destination for both short and extended. Venice is reachable for a day trip via the ports of Poreč.

Within the village, there are four rental villas that can be booked individually or together, offering accommodation for up to 30 guests in total. This makes Prašćari perfect for family gatherings, group stays, retreats, weddings, and corporate events, combining privacy with the convenience of proximity.

In addition to the villas, guests have access to two separate conference and workshop spaces, a yoga room, a gym, a tennis court, a football field, and a sauna. With a wide range of activities and experiences both within the village and in the surrounding area, Prašćari is a destination worth visiting in every season. Each day is designed to feel effortlessly memorable, with every detail carefully curated to ensure an exceptional stay.

The property was built in 2006.