Villa Athos (marketed as Villa Modern Luxe, Porec) was wonderful. Spacious, clean and well laid out. The host was extremely helpful, on hand via WhatsApp and very responsive every day. We made good use of the pool, hot tub, bbq area and the play station. We couldnt use Netflix as previous guests hadn't logged out, and the wifi wasnt strong enough to connect upstairs which was a shame. One thing we really must stress with this Villa is that it isn't called Villa Modern Luxe, its called Villa Athos. It also isnt in Porec, (Porec is over 30km away which is over half an hour away in a car). The Villa is situated kn Karigador. Which is absolutely beautiful but there are no busses at all and no Uber. If you drive on holiday this wont be an issue but if you don't, allow a LOT of extra spending money for taxi's. It cost us EUR 120.00 return to Porec. EUR 80.00 return to Umag, EUR 80.00 return to Novigrad and EUR 60.00 return to Istralandia. We will know to look more closely at the map before booking next year. The super market in Karigador is small and expensive. There is a 2nd one in the campsite which is a 30 min walk away. Slightly better stocked but still not great and also expensive so, if, like us, you are planning to cook at the Villa, whilst the Villa itself is very well stocked with tools and cooking equipment you may need that car again, to get to the main super markets in other towns. Karigador is BEAUTUFUL. With 2 gorgeous restaurants, a beach bar and the most beautiful places to swim. We would definitely return to the town and to the villa. Albeit we would just be better prepared next time.
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