Villa Sea Queen III, Dubrovnik, Croatia

Overlooking the glistening azure waves of the Adriatic, you’ll find it hard to find a dreamier Croatian getaway than at Villa Sea Queen III. You could spend all day staring out over the lush green mountainscape and sparkling waters of the Dubrovnik Rivera. Set amidst a sprawling rural landscape, this dreamy slice of paradise is the place to unwind and truly get away from it all. Nestled in the tranquil village of Slano, sat on a wide bay with a picturesque backdrop of green-cloaked hills. Etched in history, with fascinating historical buildings and Franciscan monastery, as well as heaps of authentic restaurants serving delicious Dalmatian dishes. Just a thirty-minute drive away, the charms of Dubrovnik await, full of crumbling historical sites, a fascinating city wall, ancient plazas and a maze of cobbled stone streets.

Recently built to a sophisticated standard, contemporary design meets ultimate comfort creating a tranquil escape. Designed with the view in mind, there’s multiple terraces for taking your incredible surroundings. The infinity pool is out of the world, directly overlooking the sparling Adriatic and lined with plush white sun loungers. With the beach at your doorstep, you’re just a stroll away from dipping your toes in the coats warm, calm waters. The upper terrace is the spot for a lazy afternoon in the sun, with a plethora of comfortable furniture for reading a book in the sun.

The whitewashed exteriors gleam in the Croatian sun, with a striking modern design to die for. Built over three levels, the open-plan ground floor boasts enormous sliding doors to the terrace, which drowns the living area in natural sunlight and showcases the mesmerising panoramas. Folding glass doors allow the floor to become an open plan, creating an alfresco dining environment. The space is elegant, with bold statement furnishings, high-end lighting fixtures, and vibrant pops of art. The plush corner sofa and luxe dining table have been perfectly positioned so guests can soak up the scenic views. The sleek, contemporary kitchen is a chef’s dream, with slick, white cabinetry, pine countertops, and the latest appliances. Extremely spacious, the five bedrooms spanning across the villa are simply beautiful and designed in a minimalistic way. On the ground floor, there is one ensuite double bedroom, with a further three double ensuites as you head upstairs. There’s a charming ensuite twin bedroom on the top level, with its own living room and boasting incredible views over the coastline.