Title: Villa Giovanna - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6337472&destination=Marcana%2C+Istria+County%2C+Croatia&selected=96506594&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Villa Giovanna ## Photo gallery for Villa Giovanna ![Outdoor dining - Villa Giovanna (Rakalj)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96510000/96506600/96506594/ae920a18.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Shower, towels, soap, toilet paper - Villa Giovanna (Rakalj)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96510000/96506600/96506594/6ee1318b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets - Villa Giovanna (Rakalj)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96510000/96506600/96506594/w1980h1318x0y4-ee71178e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Villa Giovanna (Rakalj)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96510000/96506600/96506594/713d00e5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Villa Giovanna (Rakalj)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96510000/96506600/96506594/a10d9f8b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Villa Giovanna provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6937 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Villa Giovanna Villa Giovanna, built in the 1970s, has retained its original charm, while being updated with modern amenities such as satellite TV, free internet access, and a well-equipped kitchen. This charming villa in Rakalj features three double bedrooms and two shower rooms, accommodating up to 6 people. Moreover, guests are welcome to bring their pets, which can freely roam in the fenced yard. Rakalj is a small town on the east side of Istria, situated along the southeast coast and located just 30 km from Pula. This picturesque location and its surroundings are rich in flora and fauna, making it an ideal destination for rural tourism, hunting, and hiking. Rakalj offers a beautiful countryside, with access to the sea, abundant sunshine, and tranquility away from the bustling seaside resorts. Within 3 km of Rakalj, you'll find numerous hidden beaches that offer a sense of freedom and intimacy, away from the crowds. To savor the culinary delights of the Istria region, be sure to dine at the "Sveti Mikula" restaurant. While staying in Rakalj, don't miss the opportunity to explore other famous tourist destinations in Istria, including Pula, Rovinj, Umag, and Poreč. Villa Giovanna is a pet-friendly villa, with max. 1 pet allowed. Pet fee in amount of 10€ per pet/day is not included in the final price and is to be paid on spot upon arrival. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total (up to 55 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Limited housekeeping ### Location highlights - In a village ### Things to do - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Swimming 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 937 square feet ## Similar properties ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2120000/2115200/2115154/2051eca3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Apartments Bellevue Plava Laguna Porec - Pool - Pet friendly - Kids pool - Free WiFi 8.6 Excellent 127 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-04&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=2115154&PinnedHotelID=2115154&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/2000000/1994800/1994702/a95976c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa Marea Rovinj - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.2 Wonderful 86 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-04&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=1994702&PinnedHotelID=1994702&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39200000/39191000/39190927/e07381d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Contemporary villa on Istrian seaside Drenje - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washer 9.6 Exceptional 22 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-04&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=39190927&PinnedHotelID=39190927&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34200000/34199000/34198992/bdebb084.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Vacation paradise Villa Ružmarin: private pool, air conditioning and pure nature! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number 13785319050 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as 7497 ## About the area Marcana is home to this villa. Pula Ferry Terminal and Festinsko kraljevstvo Cave are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Labirint Energije and Labirint Moči. Labirint Mudrosti i Znanja and Labirint Osjecaja are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. [Visit our Marcana travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Marcana.dx6337472) [View more Villas in Marcana](https://www.expedia.ca/Marcana-Villas.d6337472-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C44.97600%2C14.04888&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=2OrLNTm0XuU4wD9zN2nu02ao1oY=) Rakalj, Istarska županija ### What's nearby - ![Pula Arena showing a monument, building ruins and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6100748/19fea93c-9a0b-491f-9cca-2c0764230e43.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Pula Arena 36 min drive \- 28.6 km - Forum 37 min drive \- 29.3 km - Punta Verudela Beach 43 min drive \- 33.2 km - Bijeca Beach 46 min drive \- 38.0 km - Rabac Beach 48 min drive \- 36.2 km ### Getting around - Pula Station 41 min drive - Pula (PUY) 34 min drive ### Restaurants - Caffe bar Pelikan 14 min drive - Restoran"Martin Pescador 34 min drive - Acapulco 8 min drive - Marcanac 17 min drive - Da Rocco 6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Villa Giovanna pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Villa Giovanna? ### What time is check-out at Villa Giovanna? ### Where is Villa Giovanna located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Villa Giovanna Reviews ## Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent