Korčula holidays, Istria Holiday rentals - villas & holiday homes to rent in Korčula
Korčula (pronounced KOR-chu-la) is the sixth-largest island in Croatia and is known for its dense forests and Greek history. Known The Emerald Isle as it is often called has several hubs which are Korčula Town, Vela Luka and Lumbarda. Korčula is not to be missed with its walled Old Town that is packed with cafes, restaurants and shops. From mid-June to September, the island comes to life and the main towns have frequent festivals with singing, dancing, live music and art exhibitions.
Away from the beautiful beaches during the warm summer months, renting a villa in Korčula let's you explore the inner beauty of this stunning island. Its location also means that day trips via ferry to Dubrovnik and Split on Croatia’s mainland are definitely worth doing. There are also many smaller islands close to the coast and you can rent a kayak or small boat and go exploring.
| At a glance... | |
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| Family friendly | ✔ |
| Historical sites | ✔ |
| National Park (Mljet island) | ✔ |
| Main town | Korčula |
| Ferry to Dubrovnik | 3 hours |
| Nearest airport | Brac (BWK) Airport (42kms) |
| Nearest international airport | Split (SPU) (82kms) |
Featured holiday villas in Korčula
Korčula is a very popular island and offers a wide selection of self catering holiday rental accommodation from luxurious villas to cosy town centre apartments in one of the beautiful villages. Renting a villa or holiday home in Korčula is the ideal base for exploring the local area and is perfect for families, friends and groups.
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Things to see and do in and around Korčula
Korčula and the surrounding islands are simply stunning and packed with things to see and do for the whole family. From exploring the nearby islands to lazt days on the beach, Korčula caters for everyone.
| A few suggestions.... | |
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| Spend a day on Mljet island and explore the National Park, lakes and beaches | ✔ |
| Explore the medieval walled Old Town of Korčula | ✔ |
| Wine tasting at the Lumbarda vineyard | ✔ |
| Spend a day at the beautiful sandy Vela Przina beach | ✔ |
| Hiking and mountain biking through the pine forests | ✔ |
| Vist the ledgendary house of Marco Polo | ✔ |
| Take a boat to the pretty island of Mljet or Pelješac | ✔ |
| Spend a day on Mljet island and explore the National Park, lakes and beaches | ✔ |
| Climb to the top of St. Mark’s Cathedral in the Old Town of Korčula | ✔ |
Our view on holidays in Korčula
Korčula island is one of the jewels in the crown when it comes to pristine natural beauty. It oozes charm and character and is perfect for exploring the various beach resorts and pretty villages. Staying in a Korčula holiday rental is the best way to experience the local culture and is ideal for for families, friends and groups. Self catering villas and apartments provide the space, freedom and flexibility to do what you want, when you want and let's you explore Korčula and neighbouring islands at your own pace.
