Poised in the picturesque bay of Zaton, just 10 minutes driving from the Pearl of the Adriatic – Dubrovnik.

Villa Pugliesi is extraordinary private villa with 6 spacious bedrooms, voluminous living spaces and expansive Mediterranean gardens with an outdoor pool and a private chapel. An ideal choice for families and groups of friends, the Villa can host up to 14 people. Vividly illustrating our ancestor’s sophistication in leisure, its striking waterfront location, impressive but unpretentious interiors, make it a representative sample of Dubrovnik Renaissance architecture and protected Croatian National Heritage.

Zaton has been a place for vacation since the early times of the Republic of Ragusa in the early 15th century.

Almost every noble Dubrovnik family had their summerhouse built in Zaton. Its soothing scenery with beautiful, intact beaches and thick pinewood shade makes Zaton the perfect place for your dream escape!.

The private chapel of St. Jerome.

In the quiet, back corner of the garden of the Villa Pugliesi is an integral part of the estate, as having a place of worship nearby was highly appreciated in the old times.

Pugliesi were the last family to reside here, in the 19th century.

After them, the estate suffered tarnish of abandonment and time, all until the present owner recognized its grandeur and decided to return it to its former glory. Villa Pugliesi stands today as a monumental tribute to an excellent vision of its historic ambiance infused with modern comfort and contemporary design.

Roman emperor Julius Caesar visited Konavle.

At that time word Konavle was used as part of the advanced Roman Empire. The nam eorginated from the word “Kono”, a Roman aquaduct that ran fresh water from Epidaurus, today’s Cavtat.

River Ljuta and its beautiful fresh water Springs are protected nature of Konavle.

Explore the river and its specific microclimate and lush vegetation, take a walk in the thick shade of large laurel trees and listen to the sound of running crystal clear water. It’s a unique experience to see trout fish and other endemic species of frogs. Visit the restored complex of mills powered by water as well as a column where homemade clothes were completed, what used to be extremely important for survival in these regions.