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About Orahovac near Kotor in Montenegro

About Montenegro

Montenegro is one of the world’s newest countries, but certainly not the youngest. Travellers have been exploring the Balkans for centuries, and since gaining independence from Serbia in 2006, Montenegro is once again welcoming visitors. Enjoy while it is unspoilt!

Montenegro, or Crna Gora as it is known locally, translates as Black Mountain. But which one? This is a stunning country of massive mountains and silent lakes, with a superb coastline of beaches and bays. And perhaps the most beautiful area is the Boka Kotorska, Europe’s largest inland fiord, fringed by historic villages of old stone houses, and flanked by soaring mountains.

Kotor - a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Dominating the innermost bay of the Boka is Kotor, the buzzing centre of this World Heritage Site. Explore the narrow medieval streets, free from cars, and admire the architecture while sipping a coffee at a cafe.

If you’re feeling energetic, climb the ring of Kotor, the fortifications that straddle the mountain behind, which when lit up at night, complete a circle with their reflection in the water of the Boka.

Orahovac - with All Day Sun

At the head of the bay is Orahovac, where the apartment is situated. Unlike some of the Boka villages which are in deep shade from the mountains by mid afternoon, Orahovac's position ensures that the apartment catches the sun all day.

Also unusually, Orahovac has its own, white-pebble beach, fringed by trees, ideal for family swimming parties, and just three minutes' walk from the apartment.

While meandering through the village, stock up on ice creams, fresh fruit and vegetables, and basics, at the two shops, which seem to be permanently open - or try the cafe, serving traditional Balkan food. Nearby is the famous Stari Mlini (Old Mill) restaurant, prettily situated on the water’s edge.

Stone Houses and Palaces

Down the road is Perast, another beautiful medieval village of stone houses and palaces. Take a boat trip to the two churches on their own islands, guarding the entrance to the bay (Our Lady of the Rock, and the Benedictine Monastery of St George).

Or, you may prefer to do nothing more than just sit on the balcony, and drink in the view.

Orahovac is just fifteen minutes drive from the World Heritage town of Kotor. Dubrovnik airport is about 20 km west of Herceg Novi, approximately 90 minutes scenic drive from the apartment.

How to get to the apartment

By air:

Daily flights direct to Dubrovnik (in Croatia) from London, Luton, Norwich and elsewhere, with connecting flights to London from Dublin and other major European cities. Tivat airport in Montenegro is closer to Orahovac, but has no direct flights to the UK, although it is possible to connect from Belgrade (in Serbia) or Podgorica (Montenegro's capital).

Car hire:

All major (and minor) car hire companies operate from Dubrovnik airport. Allow 90 minutes for driving from the airport to the apartment (including two customs controls). Very scenic, and very straightforward.

Pick up from Dubrovnik airport:

Alternatively, we can provide details of agencies providing pick-ups.

Bus:

There is a very regular bus service between Herceg Novi and Kotor, which runs past the door - and a not so regular bus from Dubrovnik airport into Dubrovnik.

We can supply more information on these options, and also the ferry from Bari in Italy, to Bar in Montenegro.

Other links:

• Villa holiday rentals in France
• Owners Direct Villa Rentals : See us on Owners Direct (ref MN 172).
• International Travel Directory: a comprehensive directory for travel related web sites.