Beautiful holiday home In idyllic Bulgaria

Outdoor pool
Fridge, oven, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Outdoor dining
Exterior
Exterior detail
10.0
Outstanding(8 Reviews)

Villa in Veliko Tarnovo Province, Bulgaria

8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Pets allowed and more

About this villa rental

This newly-renovated two storey house is perched on the edge of traditional Merdanya village in central Bulgaria (near Veliko Turnovo) with a brand new, large underground pool. Upstairs, it has two double bedrooms with French doors opening onto a large balcony with wonderful views across the Stara Planina foothills - perfect for morning coffee or that evening glass of wine - a bathroom and a twin room. Downstairs has a spacious open plan layout between the living room, dining room and kitchen with all modern amenities, plus a bathroom. This is the place to go if you want to get away from it all and re-charge in pristine countryside in a part of Europe where life is still slow and deeply traditional.

There is a large stone wall garden, cable TV, DVD player, washing machine, underground pool, wifi, badminton net and 4 racquets, some kids’ games and books, barbecue, fire pit and hammock.

In the heart of traditional rural Bulgaria, this is a true country idyll with herds of goats and friendly neighbours producing their own honey and wine. We have a local agent who looks after all our guests needs, also a friend in nearby Hotnitsa who runs local cultural tours, and a friendly taxi driver who will also double as a pizza delivery man. Merdanya is a small authentic Bulgarian village - expect to see wattle and daub houses, babushkas in head scarves, herds of goats and the odd horse-pulled cart. Nearly every villager grows their own food so the gardens are full of proudly tended corn, peppers and vines.

The house is an easy 10 minute walk to the centre of the village, where you can pick up daily essentials.There are two little grocery/general stores which are good for food basics including bread, cheese, salad, coffee, beer wine, local deli provisions, sweets etc. Other shops include an ironmonger, two café / bars,a pottery (where visits can be arranged) and a fish shop. Local supplies are just that – local – so whatever is in season is in the shops - and fantastically fresh and full of flavour. And the default method of food production is organic in small plots and gardens.

The historic city of Veliko Turnovo - which was the medieval capital of Bulgaria and an important cultural centre - is just 15 minutes drive away with its bars, cafés, restaurants, banks, shops etc. There are some stunning nature walks in the area, plus a beautiful monastery high on a hilltop nearby, plus horse riding, birdwatching, archery and fishing all nearby. We can help organise all of these.

Amenities

Pool
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
TV
Garden
Family friendly

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Reviews

10.0
Outstanding(8 Reviews)
8.0
Aug 2024
The holiday home was perfect - clean, well equipped, with fantastic views. The local contacts were very helpful and prompt with any issues we had. We really liked the restaurant in the village too, and going out for walks / runs in the surrounding countryside, as well as Veliko Turnivo and other local sights. The only downsides were 1) some very noisy dogs at night and 2) some significant but very unusual interruptions to the water supply that we experienced during our stay. Neither of these could be addressed or influenced by the owners of the holiday home but they did everything g they could to help.
10.0
Jun 2024
We stayed for a week with a family of 3 generations. Hosts were very king and extremely helpful, the house had everything we needed. The pool was very big and well maintained. In 20 minutes drive we found really good restaurants in Veliko Tarnovo. We really enjoyed our stay.
10.0
Jul 2019
Ein fantastischer Urlaub
Ein fantastischer Urlaub
Das Haus mit Garten und Pool ist in exzellentem Zustand und voll ausgestattet. Es liegt ein wenig abseits der Straße, aber man kann es mit einem Pkw dennoch gut erreichen. Der Pool lädt zu echtem Schwimmen ein, da er sehr groß ist. Eine Klimaanlage gibt es nicht. Dafür steht in jedem Zimmer ein Ventilator. Was uns etwas irritiert hat: In der Gegend gibt es Skorpione, die auch den Weg ins Haus finden. Aber sie sind harmlos. Wir kommen gerne wieder!
10.0
Jun 2019
Super
Super
Nous avons passe un excellent séjour à Merdanya.Nous avons été très bien accueillis par Diana qui nous a parfaitement conseillé pour la visite de la région malgré la barrière de la langue (nous ne parlons ni Anglais ni Bulgare !!! )
10.0
Aug 2018
Great place to experience the tranquil charm of central Bulgaria.
Great place to experience the tranquil charm of central Bulgaria.
This place is ideal for those who like to visit Veliko Tarnovo and some other places of interest in central Bulgaria but want to spend most of their time just enjoying the slow pace of rural life. The house is spacious and clean, the pool is magnificent and the rich fauna and flora of central Bulgaria present themselves beginning at the doorstep (several dirt roads lead directly to fields and grasslands between patches of wood with abundant wildlife. In Merdanya, shops, bars, a restaurant and vendors of horticultural produce offer plenty of opportunities to experience real village life - as opposed to shallow touristic impressions. The housekeepers Diana and Zhivko are very nice and helpful, as the neighbours are and everybody else from the village whom we met.
10.0
Aug 2018
Wonderful pool. Lovely spacious shadey terrace for coffee/ lunch / a glass of wine.
Wonderful pool. Lovely spacious shadey terrace for coffee/ lunch / a glass of wine.
He had a very relaxing and comfortable stay. When you tire of the pool there are beautiful waterfalls and rivers to swim in nearby. Stunning countryside with wild flowers and butterflies. Would definitely recommend this house.
10.0
May 2016
Idyllic country home in quiet village
Idyllic country home in quiet village
We had a wonderful week's stay in this simple but lovely country home. It was comfortable for us, a family of 5 (teenage children) and we made good use of the well equipped kitchen, veranda and garden patio. We did not use the pool, although it did look inviting, as we were there in April and the weather was not suitable. We loved the location, in a quiet very authentic Bulgarian village where the people were friendly and the two village stores were useful for everyday items that we needed (good pantomime skills are very helpful here). 20 minutes from the city of Veliko Turnova, we did not feel at all isolated in this country paradise. Sitting relaxing on the upstairs balcony looking out at the view was truly wonderful. Owner and local agent were extremely helpful and receptive to our needs and requests. Warmly recommend the house.

FAQs

How much does this villa cost compared to others in Veliko Tarnovo Province, Bulgaria?

The average price for a rental in Veliko Tarnovo Province, Bulgaria is $56 per night. This rental is $108 above the average.

Is parking included with this villa?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Beautiful holiday home In idyllic Bulgaria. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this villa?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Beautiful holiday home In idyllic Bulgaria. Enjoy the water!

Is Beautiful holiday home In idyllic Bulgaria pet friendly?

Yes! This villa is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Beautiful holiday home In idyllic Bulgaria?

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.

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