Nature, peace and quiet are the secret ingredients to a blissful weekend getaway ― add a sprinkle of timeless luxury, like a jacuzzi, and that description fits the immaculate Casa Nuba to a T! With its breathtaking modern design and a pedigree in luxury ― it was featured in the New York Times and nominated for the Best Holiday Home In Europe award ― this paradise for nature-lovers invites you to leave all of your worries at home and give yourself a well-deserved break!

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The cloud house of Gorski Kotar

This exquisite villa is located in Gorski Kotar, a mountainous region of Croatia known for its pitoresque villages and lush forests. Casa Nube is situated at the edge of one such forest, surrounded by trees that tower over it and obscure it from the sides. Casa Nube is named after its creator, designer, and owner, Filip Oblak, as his surname means ‘cloud’ in Croatian ― and casa nube is Italian for ‘cloud house’. Upon first glance, you will find that the name suits it well, as the glass walls of the house perfectly reflect the magnificent sky and the clouds which inhabit it.

The vision behind the design: peace and nature

Harmony with nature is the key principle that Oblak followed in the creation of Casa Nube, from the initial conception to its construction. Firstly, the luxury villa’s minimalist design and usage of natural materials helps it to blend in perfectly with the surrounding nature. The materials used to construct it are sustainable and traditional for Gorski Kotar, honoring the traditional way of life of the region. An interesting fact is that the color of the house will change with time, as the wood will change its color as a reaction to the environment. The interior of the villa is spacious and tastefully decorated in a minimalistic style with a hint of a slightly rustic touch, furnished with a lot of wooden elements handmade by the local craftmakers. The central position of the living room is occupied by a modern fireplace, the heart and soul of Casa Nube. The aforementioned glass walls are reflective, so that the guests can marvel at the rich nature outside, while staying hidden from the view of the rare passerby. The main color palette is white, ecru, beige, and black, and the overall effect results in an elegant, elevated-cozy atmosphere.

The luxury villa boasts three bedrooms, a sauna, a spa, an impressive wine cellar, floor heating and air-conditioning all throughout the house. The outdoor space consists of a lovely porch with a big pool and a jacuzzi, encompassed by a lush garden filled with indigenous plants.

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Explore the nature of Gorski Kotar

Besides its luxurious design and peaceful location that guarantees privacy and relaxation, this luxury villa’s strength also lies in its vicinity to the sea and the mesmerizing nature. The surrounding forest is a vision of a calming nature retreat which encourages you to take a walk among its huge evergreen trees, or even give forest bathing a chance. Who knows, maybe among these trees you might find the greatest luxury of them all ― mindfulness. As the villa is located in Gorski Kotar, there are two Croatian National Parks not far away from it! National park Risnjak is about a half an hour away, and to get to the oldest National Park in Croatia, Plitvice lakes, you’re going to have to drive a little bit over an hour and a half. If you fancy a swim, you’ll be happy to know that the Adriatic sea is only half an hour’s drive away!

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Casa Nube is a luxury villa that everybody should visit at least once in their lifetime. Don’t waste your time, check out its availability here!

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