Villa Dvor Giovanni
Pitve, Hvar
10 Guests
Up to 10 guests
A sensitively-restored 15th century stone house, Villa Dvor Giovanni offers wonderfully charming accommodation immersed in the timeless peace of Pitve’s verdant hills. Views of the rolling countryside abound, not least from the shaded pool and rooftop terrace, and it is extremely easy just to put your feet up, close your eyes and soak up the calming atmosphere of life in a Mediterranean mountain village. Pitve village has a gorgeous restaurant of its own, and is only a 5-minute drive from the charming buzz of nearby Jelsa, with its pebbly beaches, cafes, and waterfront restaurants.
Villa Highlights
- Original 15th century home
- Heatable pool and sauna
- Walking distance to a restaurant
- Idyllic countryside setting
- Private rooftop terrace
- Gym and games room
Wondering what Villa Dvor Giovanni is like when you’re there?
We know each of our villas inside out so can share the finer details and answer any questions.
Ready to start the day with this bedroom view.
Impeccably restored and finished interiors.
Giovanni's gorgeous heatable pool.
Unwind in Giovanni's impeccable sauna.
The fabulous gym and games room studio.
Pitve is a fairytale-like village nestled between the mountains and the sea.
The family of 4 nextdoor villas can be booked together.
The support of our team who have visited each villa personally to help you choose your perfect place
Local support to assist throughout your stay, with 24/7 emergency availability
The expertise of a dedicated pre-stay concierge to assist you with travel arrangements and logistics, and to plan a range of Experiences and in-villa services
A detailed guidebook to your villa and the surrounding area, including our restaurant recommendations, must-sees, and must-dos
Baby cot and high chair (provided upon request at no extra cost)
Welcome package
Access to our in-villa wine delivery service – choose from our curated hampers of the best regional wines and find them waiting for you at your villa
Exclusive use of the villa, the grounds, and the amenities
Croatian VAT, tourist taxes, utilities, wifi, linen, and towels
Twice-weekly housekeeping
Weekly linen change
Twice-weekly towel change
Featured
Poolopen May - Oct, heatable
Saunatraditional
Gym
Terrace
Private parking
Air conditioningin all bedrooms & living spaces
Away, Assured.
When you book with Hvar Away, you are not only reserving a stay in one of the island’s most remarkable properties. You are securing your peace of mind.
1.Exceptional Villas
Every villa is handpicked and personally vetted to ensure it meets our standards.
Our team conducts quality checks before each arrival, and routine maintenance audits each year.
2.Absolute Service
We arrange every detail of your stay with the highest level of personalised attention.
Bespoke services and Experiences all booked through us. Our partners are renowned for unwavering dedication and reliability.
3.Local Assistance
We’re here on the island and offer 24/7 emergency support throughout your stay.
Our in-house team oversees property maintenance, so any issues can be swiftly resolved without delay.
Rated Excellent for a reason.
Our sole purpose is an extraordinary stay, where you are free to enjoy every moment of your time Away, completely Assured.
In-villa chef
From a single private chef meal through to full catering for your stay.
Daily housekeeping service
Breakfast delivery & service
24/7 Hvar Away emergency local support
Vehicle rental
Pick up to be arranged at your port of choice, or delivered to the villa.
Pre-arrival grocery stocking
Grocery stocking during your stay
Pre-stay concierge
Hvar Away specialists to help plan your trip in advance, including travel logistics, itinerary planning, restaurant and Experience bookings, and in-villa services.
Full concierge during your stay
A dedicated concierge available to assist with restaurant reservations, taxis, activities, and any other requests during your stay.
Transfers
Driver
Masseur
Personal Trainer
Yoga instructor
INCLUDED
within your total stay price
ON REQUEST
with additional charge
Bedrooms
Bedroom 1
first floor
Ensuite
first floor
Bedroom 2
first floor
Ensuite
first floor
Bedroom 3
upper ground floor
Ensuite
upper ground floor
Bedroom 4
first floor
Ensuite
first floor
N.B. Double-twin bedrooms have two single beds that can either be joined together to create a double bed or left separate as two single beds.
Bathrooms
Sauna shower
lower ground floor
Half bathroom
lower ground floor
Accommodation at Villa Dvor Giovanni is set over three floors. Original features abound throughout the property, including exposed stone walls, wood-beamed ceilings, restored ceramic stone flooring, and the gorgeous living room fireplace.
To arrive at Villa Dvor Giovanni, you must first enter the Mediterranean-style stone courtyard that connects the villa with his three Dvor siblings: Villa Dvor Ardito, Villa Dvor Nicolo, and Villa Dvor Marietta. Upon entering the courtyard, even before reaching the villa, one is immediately struck by the feeling that this is a very special place indeed. Young locals have renovated these centuries-old stone houses and revived their former glory, but the storied history is almost palpable.
The entrance to Villa Dvor Giovanni is on the right side of the courtyard, up a small stone staircase, and opens immediately into a voluminous and sumptuously decorated living area. The large sofa can be transformed into a queen-sized 160cm sofa bed for groups of up to 10. Directly on your left is the staircase that leads to the first floor, which comprises the two upper bedrooms on occupying either side of the hall. The master bedroom is on the left side and has a king bed, a large ensuite shower room, and doors opening directly onto the rooftop terrace upon which you can relax on one of the four deckchairs and gaze out across Pitve's vineyards and olive groves. The second bedroom is on the right side of the hall, and contains a queen bed and is also ensuite.
Heading back downstairs to the living room, a third bedroom mirrors the master bedroom directly above it, containing a king size bed, a large ensuite shower room, and opening onto one of the two alfresco dining terraces on the same level as the pool. The pool! Sandwiched in between ancient stone, you won't forget summer dips in this little, uniquely-shaped haven.
From the pool terrace, a door to the fourth and final bedroom. This self-contained suite opens into its own mini entrance hall, features a full bathroom on the lower floor, and a staircase leads up to a king bedroom.
A final staircase leads down from the living room to the villa's basement floor, which comprises the stylish and well-equipped dark wood kitchen and indoor dining area. At the far end of this space, a door opens through to the second al fresco dining area, complete with a BBQ grill and stone steps leading back up to the pool. This lower ground floor terrace is also home to the villa's crowning jewels – the sauna and the wellness studio, complete with a well-equipped gym and a games room.
House Rules
Check-in from 4pm
Check-out by 10am
Children welcome
1-12 years
Infants welcome
0-1 year
Pets may be allowed upon request only
Events on request
Subject to event policy agreement and fee
No smoking indoors
Rental Terms
Payment Terms
30% non-refundable deposit required to secure booking. Remaining 70% due 60 days before arrival.
Cancellation Policy
Days before check-in we acknowledge cancellation Cancellation fee (% of total accommodation cost) 60 days or more 30% 59–40 days 60% 39–30 days 75% 29 days or less 100% 
Damages Deposit
€600 damage deposit authorised card hold required 48 hours before check in, released after departure.
Read our full rental terms
2026
| 2026 | Nightly rate | Minimum stay |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan - 30 Apr | €471 | 2 nights |
| 1 May - 31 May | €589 | 5 nights |
| 1 Jun - 30 Jun | €765 | 5 nights |
| 1 Jul - 31 Aug | €942 | 5 nights |
| 1 Sep - 30 Sep | €765 | 5 nights |
| 1 Oct - 31 Dec | €471 | 2 nights |
- The pool is open seasonally from May 1st to October 31st
- The living room sofa can be folded out into a double (160cm) sofa bed for groups of 9-10.
- Villa Dvor Giovanni is the next door neighbour of the smaller Villa Dvor Ardito and Villa Dvor Nicolo (also with a private pools), and Villa Dvor Marietta. So if you are a larger group of guests, then there is the possibility to rent any or all of Villas Dvor in any configuration. The most popular groupings are Ardito, Nicolo, and Marietta together as Villas Dvor Trio; or all four villas together as Villas Dvor Quattro.
- Note that construction noise is illegal in this region of Croatia from 1st June – 30th September. If you book outside of this time, i.e. in May or October, there is the possibility of construction noise impacting your stay.
- Restaurants and other establishments mentioned are subject to seasonal availability. Opening and closing dates are determined by the businesses themselves and may vary. Some venues may be closed outside the peak summer season.
- As with all residential areas on Hvar Island, quiet hours are from 1pm to 4pm, and 10pm to 8am. No music is to be played outside during these hours.
The Area
Villa Dvor Giovanni is situated in the heart of Pitve village, one of Hvar's oldest settlements and considered by many as the most picturesque.
Pitve is a picturesque hamlet positioned at the foot of the dramatic hills that separate it from the sea. It is one of the oldest hamlets on the island, established to watch over the settlements and fields below from its incredible vantage point. Shaded by the rim of the island’s ridgeline, Pitve stays much greener than the rest of Hvar and enjoys a breath of cool mountain air, even in the peak of summer. This historic town is perfectly preserved. There is no new construction here, just beautifully restored stone houses in a setting that would suit a Mediterranean fairy tale.
Today, Pitve attracts travellers who appreciate quiet, generous space and easy access to both nature and the coast without being right in the midst of the action. Hiking trails start directly from the village edge, cycling routes wind through nearby fields, and both the northern and southern side beaches lie just a short drive away. To reach some of the finest beaches on Hvar, simply pass through the Pitve-Zavala tunnel – an experience that feels like a small adventure in its own right. Pitve works best for guests who want to slow down and experience Hvar from its interior, away from more popular hubs, yet still not far away from anything.
Ferry ports
Hvar Town Port
Hvar Town Port
Stari Grad Port
Stari Grad Port
Jelsa Port
Jelsa Port
Towns
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Hvar Town
Stari Grad
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Jelsa
Jelsa
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Conveniences
Restaurant
Restaurant
Cafe bar
Cafe bar
Grocery store
Grocery store
Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Beaches
Vitarnja
Vitarnja
Skalinada
Skalinada
Places of interest
Wine tasting
Wine tasting
Olive oil tasting
Olive oil tasting
Wine museum
Wine museum
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