Istra Madre is not just a villa — it is a botanical sanctuary built around a living tropical greenhouse at its heart. Walls of glass reveal a world of banana plants, cacti and rare species that grow freely through all seasons.
Set in a quiet residential area near Poreč, this organic home offers a rare union of architectural intention and ecological living. A natural pool where water lilies bloom at the surface, a living green roof, and bespoke interiors of solid oak complete the experience.
Casa Botanica
The signature room with a four-poster hand-crafted wooden bed, a dramatic glass-walled en-suite with polished microcement flooring, and its own reading corner with original 1960s designer chairs looking out to the garden.
A serene double room dressed in warm greige tones with hand-painted panelled walls, exposed timber beams, and a private desk — ideal for those who work from beautiful places.
A twin room with striking sage-green panelled walls and raw log bedside tables. Sunlight pours through linen curtains each morning onto warm terracotta tiles.
A fully integrated indoor garden with banana plants, cacti and exotic species — the living heart of the house, visible from every room through floor-to-ceiling glass walls.
A biological pool filtered through multiple stages — mechanical filters, UV lamps and natural biological processes working in concert. The result is crystal-clear water without chlorine or harsh chemicals. The pool and its surrounds have become a quiet oasis: rare bird species and wildlife come to drink here, making it an unexpected sanctuary within the garden.
The roof is planted with indigenous species — a living layer that insulates naturally, retains rainwater and makes this house a quiet part of its landscape rather than an interruption of it.
The wet rooms and bathrooms are finished in luxury polished microcement — seamless and tactile, changing character with the light of each hour.
Every room is individually designed. Hand-thrown ceramic basins, custom solid oak joinery, zellige kitchen tiles, vintage mid-century furniture — each piece chosen with intention.
A fully equipped open kitchen with a zellige-tiled island, solid oak cabinetry and a generous solid wood dining table for gathering.
Set in a residential neighbourhood near Poreč, five minutes from the Adriatic coast. The area is peaceful — no noise, no late-night disruptions. Close to everything, removed from the crowds.
High-speed internet, a dedicated workspace in every bedroom, and the rare clarity that comes from being surrounded by living nature.
Dedicated charging points for both electric cars and electric bicycles. Explore Istria sustainably — the Adriatic coast, hilltowns and truffle forests are all within easy cycling or driving distance.
The surrounding garden is home to numerous plant species — from Mediterranean herbs and succulents to subtropical ornamentals and native Istrian flora. A living landscape that changes with every season.
16 Oct – 1 Mar · minimum 3 nights
2 Mar – 15 May · minimum 4 nights
16 May – 15 Jun · minimum 5 nights
16 Jun – 15 Sep · minimum 7 nights
15 Sep – 15 Oct · minimum 4 nights
Location
Kukci, Poreč
Istria, Croatia
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Availability
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We prefer to speak with our guests before confirming a booking — to understand what you are looking for, and to ensure Istra Madre is the right fit for your stay.