Luxury villa on a spacious estate and in tranquility, Rakalj (Istria)

Luxury villa with olive grove and swimming pool in the tranquility of the Istrian landscape

In the village of Rakalj, on the edge of the settlement and surrounded by lush greenery and natural beauty, lies a premium villa radiating quality and luxury. This exceptional property offers the perfect combination of modern design, functionality and elegance, all on a plot of 4,009 m².

With its high-quality details, this estate stands out from the typical new builds commonly seen in Istrian villages. The villa, fully located within the construction zone, extends over 294 m² of living space across two floors.

The ground floor features an open-plan living room, kitchen and dining area of nearly 60 m². This open space is fully modern and stylishly furnished, flooded with natural light and framed with large glass walls leading directly to the swimming pool. On the same level there are also two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a guest toilet, a storage room, and a large multi-purpose room currently used as a game room.

A striking wide suspended staircase leads to the first floor, where two bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms and a gallery area serving as an additional lounge can be found.

Each bedroom has its own bathroom, a view of the pool and surrounding greenery, and is of above-average size.

The courtyard is enclosed with a wall, enriched with a variety of plants and trees that enhance the natural ambiance and privacy. At the entrance of the yard, parking is provided for several vehicles, with plans for an approximately 85 m² garage.

The spacious landscaped garden offers numerous possibilities for relaxation, comfort and seclusion. On the property, there are 50 olive trees, most of them over 50 years old, adding authenticity and natural charm.

The villa is built of concrete and brick, with 10 cm styrofoam insulation and a 16 cm ventilated roof thermal insulation. The ceramics are eco-ceramics from Spain, while underfloor heating runs throughout the house, supported by a Daikin heat pump system for heating and cooling. Aluminum profiles with triple argon-filled glazing provide top thermal performance.

The property has an A+ energy certificate. The swimming pool is equipped with a Pentaire heat pump system, with a 65,000-liter capacity for heating, a thermal cover and mosaic finish.

The spacious heated pool measures 10 x 4.85 meters and is surrounded by a sun deck connected to the landscaped yard.

Plans include the installation of solar panels with a capacity of 16,000 kW, a project already underway and included in the price. An eco-friendly biodegradable sewage system purifies water for irrigation, connected to an automatic Rain Bird drip irrigation system. Security is ensured through an alarm and video surveillance system, while outdoor lighting creates additional ambiance.

The location is extremely peaceful, positioned at the edge of the construction zone, ensuring protection from future development. The area is well connected, with all amenities within a 15-minute drive.

Various beaches are just a 5-minute drive away, or one can simply enjoy swimming in the 50 m² pool.