Luxury Villas for Rent in Island Cres

The island of Cres is the second largest island in the Adriatic Sea. It is located on the northern side of the gulf of Kvarner. Cres's beautiful inlets, clear blue sea and fabulous beaches will make your holiday an unforgettable one.
At the heart of the island is the city of Cres. In the city of Cres you will see many remains from Roman and Venetian times as well as from the Austrian-Hungarian monarchy. Some of its cultural-historical monuments include churches, patrician palaces, monasteries and ruins which witnessed Cres's stormy past.
Along with the city of Cres, are the towns Lubenice, Valun, Martinscica, Miholascica, Osor, Ustrine and Vrana.
Lubenice, for example, is situated 382m above sea level and overlooks the bay of Kvarner. There is a beautiful beach at the foot of Lubenice which can be reached by foot or by boat.
The island of Cres is known for its many phenomenons. One of them is the fresh water lake Vran which is quite large (5km2) and interesting because of its geological and hydrological characteristics. This lake is very clean and preserved and in order to keep it this way, access to or around the lake is prohibited.
Another interesting phenomenon and most fascinating of all, is that the island of Cres is the only place in the world where you will find the nesting place of the white-headed vulture. It is a haven for nature lovers.
Tourists who chose to come and enjoy a holiday on Cres won't regret it. Accommodation is mainly found in private homes which offer apartments and rooms. Restaurants throughout the island serve wonderful seafood and traditional cuisine such as Cres's popular roasted lamb.
Guests can enjoy a wide range of activities during their stay. One is sailing throughout the bay of Kvarner where the regatta Cres Cup is held. Others are deep-sea fishing, scuba diving, and windsurfing, and on land, tennis and mini-golf.
Life on the island represents its historical and cultural heritage as well as a modern tourist destination. Throughout the island you will find everything from an apartment, great food, fun and sun to the beautiful sites and views the island of Cres has to offer.