House by the River

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Scored 9.2
Rated superb

Staff

9.9

Property highlights

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: House by the River in Plitvica selo offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and garden views. Each room includes a TV, wardrobe, and free toiletries. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves American, Mediterranean, Mexican, and Croatian cuisines. Guests can enjoy brunch, lunch, dinner, high tea, and cocktails in a traditional, modern, or romantic ambience. Leisure Facilities: The guest house features a sun terrace, garden, and outdoor seating area. Additional amenities include a swimming pool, sauna, and bicycle parking. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Location and Attractions: Located 141 km from Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport, House by the River is 10 km from Plitvice Lakes National Park Entrance 1 and 13 km from Entrance 2. Jezerce Mukinje Bus Station is 15 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • 6 restaurants
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

  • Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 sofa bed
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Bedroom
1 extra-large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 single bed
and
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Elizabeth
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“House was great, had everything we needed. Owners went out of their way to make our stay as enjoyable as possible.”
Lea
Switzerland Switzerland
“Everything, the owner was amazing. Told us where to go and showed us in the map.”
Christine
Switzerland Switzerland
“Nice and clean apartment near the park entrance. Owner very helpful”
Simbajon
Germany Germany
“The place is on walking distance from the Lake National Park.”
Mariia
Ukraine Ukraine
“Great location close to Plitvice Lakes! The room was new, clean, and nice. The host is super friendly and gave us great tips on the best route to see everything. Breakfast was delicious. A perfect spot to relax and enjoy nature!”
Ance
Latvia Latvia
“The apartment was very clean, comfortable, and exactly as described. We really liked the interior – cozy, stylish, and well equipped with everything needed for a pleasant stay. The host was friendly and responsive, and communication was quick and...”
Christopher
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“If you like walking, this is a superb place to start your tour of Plitvicka Lakes park away from the crowds and queues. Our host gave us excellent viewing and access advice. Easy to walk to a nearby restaurant. Good-sized apartment with all we...”
Bridget
Australia Australia
“Perfect location and host was beyond lovely. Accomodating to dietary requirements and went above and beyond to make sure we enjoyed our time there.”
Johannes
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“convenient to access (by foot) Plitvice Lakes, friendly staff., quiet and clean location, no public transport so best for travel by car., real country side exoerience, possibility for walks outside park area”
Cynthia
Singapore Singapore
“It is located in the park itself. It is ideal stay location for hikers who want to do their own hike.”

Host Information

Company review score: 9.9Based on 434 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Welcome to House by the River! We’re thrilled to have you as our guest and can’t wait for you to experience the beauty of Plitvice Lakes. Our home is nestled right above the Plitvica stream, just 800 meters from the breathtaking Great Waterfall you’ll even hear the gentle sound of the water at night! Hosting guests from around the world is something we truly enjoy, especially because we love sharing our passion for nature, hiking, and the peaceful atmosphere of this unique place. If you’re looking for hidden viewpoints or the best spots to explore, just let us know—we’ll be happy to help! We hope you have a relaxing and memorable stay. If you need anything, feel free to reach out. Safe travels, and see you soon! Best regards, Bojan House by the river

Property information

House by the River An Authentic Stay in the Heart of Plitvice Lakes Welcome to House by the River, a traditional guesthouse located within Plitvice Lakes National Park, just 800 meters from the famous Great Waterfall. Built in 1968, our house retains its authentic exterior charm while offering a fully renovated and comfortable interior. Accommodation: - 2 apartments and 2 rooms, ideal for couples, families, and small groups - A private terrace for one apartment, plus shared terraces at the entrance and next to the dining area Amenities: - Free parking in front of the house - Breakfast served on the terrace - The soothing sound of the Plitvica stream flowing just below the house. Perfect Location for Exploring the Park We are near the former Entrance 3, where you can enjoy stunning viewpoints of the Lower Lakes before entering the park itself. Experience Plitvice Lakes from a unique perspective, in the peaceful and natural setting of our guesthouse.

Languages spoken

English,Croatian

Property surroundings

Restaurants

6 restaurants on site
Kozjak
  • Cuisine
    Mediterranean • Mexican • Pizza • Seafood • Steakhouse • Tex-Mex • Local • International • Croatian • Grill/BBQ
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Ethno houses
  • Cuisine
    Seafood • Croatian • Grill/BBQ
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Kozjačka draga
  • Cuisine
    American • Local • Croatian
  • Open for
    Brunch • Lunch • High tea
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian
Lodge
  • Cuisine
    Croatian
  • Open for
    Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegan
Old Shatterhand
  • Cuisine
    American • Local • International • Croatian • Grill/BBQ
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
Vučnica
  • Cuisine
    Pizza • Croatian
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Modern

House rules

House by the River takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 00:30
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 4 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.