Title: Grandpa Mate House, authentic charming house from 1930. - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Grandpa Mate House, authentic charming house from 1930\. Vacation home in Sali with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Grandpa Mate House, authentic charming house from 1930\. ![Exterior detail - Grandpa Mate House, authentic charming house from 1930. (Božava)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22200000/22193400/22193318/c94da08b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Grandpa Mate House, authentic charming house from 1930. (Božava)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22200000/22193400/22193318/1a8193d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Grandpa Mate House, authentic charming house from 1930. (Božava)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22200000/22193400/22193318/caabdd7e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach towels - Grandpa Mate House, authentic charming house from 1930. (Božava)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22200000/22193400/22193318/6af23af2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Grandpa Mate House, authentic charming house from 1930. (Božava)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22200000/22193400/22193318/6ea33af7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies On Dugi Otok, at the edge of Dragove village, Grandpa Mate House blends modern comfort with its authentic 1930 charm. The air-conditioned house features a fully equipped kitchen and two cozy bedrooms with queen-size beds, while the spacious stone courtyard beckons you to relax under a sixty-year-old fig tree. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61507 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Kitchen - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Grandpa Mate House, authentic charming house from 1930\. Back in 1930, after leaving Dragove to work in New York , grandpa Mate built a beautiful house opposite the old one in harmony with nature surroundings. Almost 90 years later we’re following the very same path of grandpa Mate by retaining the authenticity of the house and combining it with modern retro comfort. Grandpa Mate House is based on Dugi Otok at the edge of the village Dragove. The house was completely restored by its it\`s current Croatian and American owners in 2010\. It has a fully equipped kitchen with a gas stove and refrigerator with mini freezer, wooden stairway, a large hallway and two sleeping rooms in the first floor and spacious bathroom and a hallway in the ground floor. CableTV. The sleeping rooms are equipped with queen size beds and high quality mattresses. All windows are protected with a built-in, solid and easy to use mosquito net. Running water in the home is used from the water tank, which is located under the ground, filled with rainwater.On the ground floor there is a living room with the kitchen, bathroom and a hall. On the first floor there are two bedrooms and a hall. The house is air-conditioned. A spacious stone courtyard is shared with Aunt Regina House dating from 1882\. A stone barbecue in the shade of a sixty year old fig tree and an outdoor dining table make space for a comfortable dining. Two houses can accommodate 10 guests. There is a parking lot for four cars in the back yard ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Freezer - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio - Yard ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Iron/ironing board - Phone - Safe ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the marina ### Things to do - Kayak - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Swimming nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,507 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/65280000/65277500/65277470/ef1886de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beachfront Holiday House Kaliope Brgulje - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-20&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=65277470&PinnedHotelID=65277470&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78180000/78177700/78177659/197bdbc0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy Apartment, sea view, Long Island, Croatia Dragove - Ocean view - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Parking available [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-20&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=78177659&PinnedHotelID=78177659&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Parties and events are allowed on site Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Grandpa Mate House Authentic Charming House 1930 Božava Grandpa Mate House Authentic Charming House 1930 Grandpa Mate Authentic Charming 1930 Božava Grandpa Mate Authentic Charming 1930 Grandpa Mate House Authentic Charming House 1930 Božava Grandpa Mate Authentic Charming 1930 Božava Grandpa Mate House, Authentic Charming House From 1930 Božava Grandpa Mate House Authentic Charming House 1930 Grandpa Mate House Authentic Charming House 1930 Božava Grandpa Mate Authentic Charming 1930 Božava Grandpa Mate House, Authentic Charming House From 1930 Božava Grandpa Mate House Authentic Charming House From 1930 Grandpa Mate House, Authentic Charming House From 1930 Sali Grandpa Mate House Authentic Charming House 1930 Grandpa Mate Authentic Charming 1930 Grandpa Mate House Authentic Charming House From 1930 Grandpa Mate House Authentic Charming House From 1930 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C44.11112%2C14.93405&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=OfNMJK5BLuovj-1mQze_9jG4xYY=) Božava, Zadar #### What's nearby - Sakarun Beach \- 9 min drive \- 8.3 km - Veli Rat Lighthouse \- 15 min drive \- 13.6 km - St Mary’s Church \- 37 min drive \- 38.9 km - Sali Harbor \- 37 min drive \- 38.9 km - Otočić Krknata \- 37 min drive \- 35.4 km #### Getting around - Zadar (ZAD) - 112 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Beach Bar Sol - ‬9 min drive - ‪Pizzeria Galeb - ‬10 min drive - ‪Boxavia - ‬9 min drive - ‪Amarcord Sakarun - ‬9 min drive - ‪Restoran Zverinac - ‬623 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Grandpa Mate House, authentic charming house from 1930. pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Grandpa Mate House, authentic charming house from 1930. ? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Grandpa Mate House, authentic charming house from 1930. ? ### What time is check-out at Grandpa Mate House, authentic charming house from 1930. ? ### Where is Grandpa Mate House, authentic charming house from 1930. located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Grandpa Mate House, authentic charming house from 1930\. Reviews ## Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen S. Jun 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely stay We were only able to stay for one night but found the house to be clean, comfortable and very well equipped with everything we could possibly need. The host was very accomodating. We only wish we were able to stay for longer! ##### Karen S. Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### nadia d. Jul 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Casa bellissima Casa bella comoda pulita e dotata di ogni cosa. Abbiamo ricevuto tantissime informazioni dalla proprietaria, ##### nadia d. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tobias A. Aug 26, 2018 #### Highly recommended, if you are looking for a comfortable vacation on an island off the tourist hype Our family stayed at Dugi Otok in August and we had a great time at the house of our landlord Goranko. It is located in the village of Dragove high on the island. In the village, people have lived for a long time from agriculture. Because that was so hard, many emigrated in the past century, also Goranko's ancestors. Today Dragove is a tranquil village overlooking the Adriatic Sea with many cats, a tiny village shop. In the morning the baker with the delivery van looks over. Goranko's houses are completely renovated. Everything is modern, tastefully decorated and comfortable, nothing is broken. There is air condition as in most houses. The kitchen is well equipped, the bathroom, laundry and towels were great. Cleaning staff shows up regularly, so everything is very clean. If you do not want to break the connection to the media world, Smart TV and cable TV are available. There is a freezer with fish from the fishing neighbor Anke at reasonable prices. You can prepare it in an extra grill house and enjoy it on the stone table in the yard. Gorankos really stands out for his great care. Should something not work, he will take care of it personally. You can always call him if you have questions about staying on Dugi Otok. My conclusion: insider tip! Highly recommended, if you are looking for a vacation on a quiet island without tourist hype. ##### Tobias A. Stayed 18 nights in Jul 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vedran P. Mar 28, 2018 #### A lovely place on a lovely island. We arrived at Dugi otok to visit the „ Strašna peć“ cave that is only a 20 minute drive away from our rental homes that we chose for their location, design and amenities. Since March is still cold at night we were very happy to find our home already warm so we had a quick recovery from the cold and rain that followed us. The next morning was even better since the view from our bedrooms and from the terrace at Regina House shows a spectacular view of the sunrise. The neighborhood is very quiet so we felt like we ere alone on the island, a true paradise. Our hosts were very welcoming, besides the warm house we were greeted with coffee, mandarins, tea, water and a Wi-Fi connection that was surprisingly fast and covered both houses, the terrace and part of the garden so we could get in touch with our friends and family while enjoying the outside air. Our hosts were also very quick to respond to our needs, bringing us salt and sugar that we forgot. The next day we found some locally made honey, olive oil and fresh fish that we prepared on our garden barbecue. We enjoyed a lovely dinner with perhaps a bit too much wine. Stigli smo na Dugi otok kako bi posjetili špilju Strašna peć koja je udaljena dvadesetak minuta vožnje od kuća za odmor koje smo izabrali zbog njihovog položaja, uređenja i opreme. U ožujku su noći još uvijek hladne, ali su nas obje kuće dočekale zagrijane te smo onako promrzli i pokisli imali vrlo brzi oporavak. Pogled iz spavaćih soba i s natkrivene terase Regina House u vrijeme izlaska sunca je spektakularan. Susjedstvo je potpuno neprimjetno, te smo imali osjećaj da smo sami na otoku. Kada smo došli dočekala nas je kava, mandarine, čaj i voda u bocama, zaboravili smo donijeti sol i šećer, ali je domaćin vrlo brzo riješio naš problem. Internet je iznenađujuće brz i pokriva obje kuće, terase i dio vrta pa smo mogli uživati u vanjskom zraku dok se javljamo obitelji I prijateljima. Drugi dan smo nabavili lokalno proizveden med, maslinovo ulje i ribu kod jednog mještana koju smo ispekli na gradelama u vrtu. Uživali smo u odličnoj večeri, jedino smo se malo preračunali u bocama vina. ##### Vedran P. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Viktor V. Mar 27, 2018 #### Amazing atmosphere at a cute Dalmatian village This was the the first time I came to Dugi otok this time of the year (late March). We have chosen two houses (Aunt Regina House and Grandpa Mate House) in Dragove as a starting point for a bicycle tour to the Veli Rat Lighthouse on Saturday and to Lake Mir and Telaščica Bay on Sunday. The houses are situated at the top of the hill and offer a phenomenal view of the sea and the islands. The houses are obviously equipped for the use of the owners so that the entire equipment and all the furniture is far above the customary standard. Coffee, tea, water bottles and double towel sets were waiting for us, our host helped us to buy local lavender honey and allowed us to check-out at 5 pm! It was great! ##### Viktor V. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Romantic Hotels in Winnipeg](https://www.expedia.ca/Winnipeg-Hotels-Romantic-Hotel.0-0-d6141041-tRomanticHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Le Meridien Lav, Split](https://www.expedia.ca/Podstrana-Hotels-Le-Meridien-Lav.h1530434.Hotel-Information) > > [Lopesan Costa Bávaro Resort Spa & Casino - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Punta-Cana-Hotels-Lopesan-Costa-Bavaro-Resort-Spa-Casino-All-Inclusive.h23535027.Hotel-Information) > > [Westin Trillium House, Blue Mountain](https://www.expedia.ca/Owen-Sound-Hotels-Westin-Trillium-House.h1357075.Hotel-Information) > > [Crimson Resort & Spa Boracay](https://www.expedia.ca/Boracay-Island-Hotels-Crimson-Resort-Spa-Boracay.h19871767.Hotel-Information) > > [Noa Island Retreat](https://www.expedia.ca/Kolan-Hotels-Noa-Glamping-Resort.h25173675.Hotel-Information) > > [Super 5 Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Toronto-Hotels-Super-5-Inn.h7836911.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Park Hotel Rovinj by Maistra Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Rovinj-Hotels-Grand-Park-Hotel-Rovinj.h34782112.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Plus Durham Hotel & Conference Centre](https://www.expedia.ca/Oshawa-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-Durham-Hotel-Conference-Centre.h1105241.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Lethbridge](https://www.expedia.ca/Lethbridge-Hotels.d6139556.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Cabin Rentals Canmore](https://www.expedia.ca/Canmore-Cabins.d10131-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Ocean El Faro Resort - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Punta-Cana-Hotels-Ocean-El-Faro-Resort-All-Inclusive.h27395552.Hotel-Information) > > [Park Plaza Victoria London](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-Park-Plaza-Victoria-London.h801796.Hotel-Information) > > [Pomeroy Hotel Fort McMurray](https://www.expedia.ca/Fort-McMurray-Hotels-Pomeroy-Hotel-Fort-McMurray.h34868081.Hotel-Information) > > [Bahia Principe Grand Coba - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Akumal-Hotels-Bahia-Principe-Grand-Coba-All-Inclusive.h1414071.Hotel-Information) > > [Amfora Hvar Grand Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Hvar-Hotels-Amfora-Hvar-Grand-Beach-Resort.h1467967.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Edmonton (YEG) to Istanbul (IST)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yeg/ist/edmonton-to-istanbul) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Tel Aviv (TLV)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/tlv/toronto-to-tel-aviv) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Berlin (BER)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/ber/vancouver-to-berlin) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/sgn/toronto-to-ho-chi-minh-city) > > [Flights from Winnipeg (YWG) to St. Louis (STL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ywg/stl/winnipeg-to-st-louis) > > [Flights from Saskatoon (YXE) to Vancouver (YVR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yxe/yvr/saskatoon-to-vancouver) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Kathmandu (KTM)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/ktm/toronto-to-kathmandu) ### Activities ### General