There can be few panoramic views more beautiful than the one from the terraces of The Glass House on Brač. This luxury new build is beautifully situated on the hillside of Pučišća on the unspoiled island of Brač. From here one can stare across the crystal blue waters of the Adriatic Sea to the dramatic mountain range high above the city of Split or turn and watch the dazzling white stone village of Pucisca turn a subtle shade of pink as the sun slowly sets behind it.
Cleverly designed by award winning architect Damir Rako, the villa is drenched in hot Mediterranean sun, yet allows the breeze to flow through the living areas and provides ample shade for those who wish it. Although it has a contemporary design, it makes use of the famous white Brač stone, the same stone that was used to build The White House in Washington. Cleverly positioned terraces lined with native plants and trees soften the villa, and give guests a superb vantage spot at any time of day.
The villa, built as our own family escape, is individually and stylishly decorated with uncluttered elegance. It is a refuge for those seeking peace and tranquility but also incorporates all the modern conveniences one would expect in such a beautiful villa. All the bedrooms are designed to be calm and restful spaces and each boasts its own individually designed en-suite bathroom and a balcony. Each bedroom has a flat screen TV and a separate air-conditioning unit, allowing guests to independently select their own indoor temperature.
The outdoor living spaces are comprised of terraces on different levels, some large enough to host all the guests together and others to encourage smaller gatherings. The sun deck is the top story of the villa and is set-aside for the true sun worshipers being bathed in sun from morning to night, although the large Jacuzzi offers a little respite. From here the view out to sea and down to the village is truly magnificent. On the main terrace sits the pool, also with the same unadulterated views. Here we have also installed an outdoor kitchen with a large BBQ and a Pizza oven, encouraging a perfect balance between inside and outside living.
The villas spacious construction allows for many people to holiday together happily. With its large kitchen/dining area, two reception rooms and many terraces large and small, one can either seek out the other guests or hide away with a book, depending on ones mood.
The small attractive village of Pučišća, voted one of Europe’s prettiest, is a five-minute walk down narrow cobbled streets. Here the warmth of local hospitality will enchant you and the lack of crowds will delight you. There are family run shops, bars and konobas (restaurants) to suit all tastes, all offering undiluted charm on this very special island. The sea is a stones throw away and the village boasts three public beaches, but the whole coastline dips elegantly into the sea and it is easy to find ones own unoccupied space just a few minutes walk from the house. It is also possible to rent boats, jetskis, fishing equipment, book boat excursions to other islands or just along the beautiful coast line, car hire is also possible or guests can rent bikes, and quad bikes or scooters all from the local tourist office.
We have a local housekeeper, who will meet you in the village and show you to the villa. She is on hand to explain how everything in the villa works, as well as being able to help with restaurant bookings, boat rentals etc. She also provides housekeeping throughout the guests stay.
The kitchen is fully equipped with a fridge/freezer with ice maker, dishwasher, oven and hob, coffee and tea making facilities, toaster and microwave.
Every room has individual air conditioning.
There is free WIFI throughout the house.
All bedrooms are en-suite (with a hairdryer in each bathroom).
Each bedroom has there own TV and satellite TV is included.
Each bedroom has a large balcony. Towels and beach towels are included in the rental and changed weekly.
There is a washing machine, iron and ironing board for guest use.
All taxes are included in the rental.
House keeping and the final clean is included in the rental.
The villa sleeps 16 plus 2 babies. There are 6 en-suite bedrooms, two sofa beds, two guest beds (for convenience) and two cots and highchairs. There are also board games and books (both for adults and children) and outdoor games for guests to borrow.
There is enough seating and sun loungers for full house.
Indoor:
Ground Floor:
Spacious entrance hall
3 twin bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms.
Gym with multi-gym, treadmill and other apparatus
Full bathroom in the gym
Washroom with washer machine and ironing facilities
Second floor:
Spacious open plan fully equipped kitchen dining area with island and large dining room table and large double doors out to pool
Hall into lounge with large double doors to pool on one side and to the open air kitchen on the other side.
Separate WC
Lounge area with large sofabed and armchairs
Top floor:
Three twin bedrooms, all with en-suite bathrooms and private balconies.
Media room with large flat screen TV and double sofa bed.
Door out to grassy area and stairs to sun deck.
Outdoor:
Ground Floor:
Secure parking for 3 - 4 cars
Small garden
Second floor:
Large terrace and wrap around pool
Outdoor shower
Large terrace by shallow end of pool
Open air kitchen with BBQ and pizza oven
Large dining area
Outdoor lounge area
Top floor:
Large outdoor grassy area with ample seating
Stairs to sundeck
Sun deck:
Large Jacuzzi
Large seating area
Sun loungers, sofas and tables and chairs dot the terraces.
Ample parking off the property
Check in time is 16:00 and check out time is 10:00.
Other staff, for example; a cook, babysitter, boat captain, masseuse etc can be provided on request.
We do not accept pets, parties or smoking in the villa.
The villas address/coordinates are Klesarska 37, Pučišća, Pučišća, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija, 21412, HRV
The villa is a 5 minute walk, about 300m, from the sea and beaches and the village with shops, restaurants, a tourist office and bus stop.
We have a local taxi company we use regularly and a local boat rental company.
The closest airport is Split airport.
The journey including the 50 minute car ferry crossing is between 2 – 3 hours. Zadar airport is a further hour away and Dubrovnik airport 1 ½ hours further away.
Car hire at all airports is available, otherwise boat, taxi or bus transfers are very easy.
Airport transfer by taxi, bus or boat can be arranged through the villa owner.
