Villa Riva

A calm, light-filled guest suite overlooking the Adriatic coastline.

A Harmonious Blend of Heritage and Modern Design

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Nestled on the serene Dalmatian island of Vis, Villa Riva stands as a testament to thoughtful design and historical preservation. Originally built over 200 years ago, this Venetian villa has undergone a meticulous renovation by the talented team at Design Clarity, blending its rich heritage with modern functionality. Located in a picturesque village on the island’s waterfront, the villa offers stunning views of the Adriatic Sea and surrounding hills, perfectly complementing its idyllic setting.

The recent refurbishment, completed in preparation for the European holiday season, spanned all four levels of the villa. The updates include white-painted timber floors throughout, evoking a fresh and breezy coastal feel. The addition of a third master bedroom, along with a new ensuite bathroom, enhances the villa’s capacity for hosting guests, while the reimagined top-floor kitchen provides direct access to the outdoor dining terrace—a space designed to capture breathtaking sea views.

Attention to detail is evident throughout the property. From the artisanal Italian encaustic tiles in the bathrooms to the award-winning Methven Aurajet Aio shower system, every element has been carefully selected to elevate comfort and style. Coastal influences are balanced with modern minimalism, seen in the neutral palette, natural textures, and curated furnishings. Features like the drinks fridge in the entryway bar and Malin+Goetz bathroom amenities add a touch of luxury, making every guest feel truly pampered.

Villa Riva’s interiors effortlessly balance rustic charm and contemporary design. Exposed timber beams nod to the villa’s history, while clean lines and carefully chosen decor create a sense of understated sophistication. The result is a harmonious retreat that celebrates both the villa’s storied past and the beauty of its surroundings. Whether relaxing indoors or dining al fresco on the terrace, Villa Riva invites guests to experience the essence of Mediterranean living.

Villa Riva is perfectly positioned on the waterfront, nestled among traditional stone buildings and palm trees. Its clean white facade stands out against the historic backdrop, offering guests direct access to the idyllic Adriatic setting. The vibrant hues of the sea and sky complement the villa’s serene aesthetic.

Villa Riva’s picturesque waterfront location is framed by charming stone buildings and lush greenery. Its pristine facade and vibrant surroundings offer a perfect blend of historic architecture and Mediterranean allure.

Villa Riva’s picturesque waterfront location is framed by charming stone buildings and lush greenery. Its pristine facade and vibrant surroundings offer a perfect blend of historic architecture and Mediterranean allure.

A serene bedroom with crisp white walls, wooden beams, and a bright open window framing lush greenery. Soft textures and artistic accents create an inviting retreat for relaxation.

A serene bedroom with crisp white walls, wooden beams, and a bright open window framing lush greenery. Soft textures and artistic accents create an inviting retreat for relaxation.

The bedroom exudes tranquility with its minimalistic design and natural light. White walls and timber beams blend rustic and modern aesthetics, while blue-toned cushions and an evocative wall art piece add charm. The large window offers a direct connection to the greenery outside, making this space perfect for unwinding after a day exploring the Dalmatian coast.

Bright and airy living space seamlessly opens onto a terrace with breathtaking waterfront views. Modern furniture, light tones, and natural elements create a welcoming coastal vibe.

Bright and airy living space seamlessly opens onto a terrace with breathtaking waterfront views. Modern furniture, light tones, and natural elements create a welcoming coastal vibe.

The living room combines contemporary elegance with coastal charm. White-painted timber floors reflect the abundant natural light, while the open layout leads directly to the terrace, offering stunning sea views. Minimalist furnishings in neutral tones, complemented by nautical-inspired accents, enhance the villa's relaxed yet sophisticated character.

Villa Riva’s exterior is a perfect blend of tradition and sophistication. The clean white facade, accented with classic shutters and subtle signage, harmonizes with the quaint coastal setting. Positioned on a charming cobblestone street, this understated entrance invites guests to a modernized yet historically rooted retreat.

The villa’s pristine white facade reflects its historic charm and modern refresh. Nestled in a picturesque village, its understated elegance blends seamlessly with the surrounding coastal architecture and cobbled streets.

The villa’s pristine white facade reflects its historic charm and modern refresh. Nestled in a picturesque village, its understated elegance blends seamlessly with the surrounding coastal architecture and cobbled streets.

A cozy corner featuring natural textures, warm lighting, and artistic decor. This intimate space combines rustic beams with modern furnishings, creating a perfect balance of comfort and design.

A cozy corner featuring natural textures, warm lighting, and artistic decor. This intimate space combines rustic beams with modern furnishings, creating a perfect balance of comfort and design.

The sitting area blends rustic and contemporary elements, with exposed beams and soft, natural materials. A wicker pendant light illuminates the space, while geometric wall art and a wire-frame coffee table add modern touches. This inviting nook exemplifies casual elegance.

An elegant corner with vintage-inspired furnishings and modern simplicity. Carved wooden accents and light curtains frame a serene and functional space.

An elegant corner with vintage-inspired furnishings and modern simplicity. Carved wooden accents and light curtains frame a serene and functional space.

The master bedroom corner combines elegance and practicality. A carved mirror and vintage-style chest of drawers bring character, while natural light filters through sheer curtains. This thoughtfully designed nook reflects the villa’s understated charm and attention to detail.

The bathroom floor showcases a stunning mosaic of Italian encaustic tiles. Their detailed geometric and floral patterns, in muted tones, bring an artisanal touch to the space. These tiles reflect the villa’s blend of craftsmanship and contemporary luxury.

Intricate encaustic tiles add personality and texture to the bathroom. This geometric and floral mix introduces a touch of Mediterranean artistry, creating a striking focal point.

Intricate encaustic tiles add personality and texture to the bathroom. This geometric and floral mix introduces a touch of Mediterranean artistry, creating a striking focal point.

A striking mirror design creates depth and elegance in this cozy interior. The reflective surface captures the villa’s blend of rustic beams, soft textures, and geometric decor.

A striking mirror design creates depth and elegance in this cozy interior. The reflective surface captures the villa’s blend of rustic beams, soft textures, and geometric decor.

The mirror adds a layer of sophistication and functionality, reflecting key design elements of the villa. Its ornate yet subtle frame harmonizes with the rustic timber beams and clean white walls, tying the modern and traditional elements together.

A sleek bathroom with a modern walk-in shower, clean white subway tiles, and luxurious finishes. Encaustic tiles and the Methven Aurajet Aio showerhead add artisanal charm and contemporary functionality.

A sleek bathroom with a modern walk-in shower, clean white subway tiles, and luxurious finishes. Encaustic tiles and the Methven Aurajet Aio showerhead add artisanal charm and contemporary functionality.

The bathroom combines simplicity with luxury. White subway tiles provide a clean backdrop for the striking encaustic tile flooring, while the Methven Aurajet Aio showerhead ensures a spa-like experience. Subtle details, like a minimalist toilet and elegant fixtures, complete this polished retreat.

This living area exudes coastal elegance, combining neutral tones with natural textures. A soft beige sofa, adorned with patterned cushions, pairs effortlessly with a handcrafted wood side table. This serene nook reflects the villa’s laid-back yet sophisticated style.

Textural accents and coastal tones define this inviting living area. Organic wood furniture and neutral textiles enhance the room’s relaxed, island-inspired charm.

Textural accents and coastal tones define this inviting living area. Organic wood furniture and neutral textiles enhance the room’s relaxed, island-inspired charm.

A spacious dining terrace with stunning sea views. Modern outdoor furniture and clean design invite guests to relax, dine, and take in the beauty of the Adriatic coast.

A spacious dining terrace with stunning sea views. Modern outdoor furniture and clean design invite guests to relax, dine, and take in the beauty of the Adriatic coast.

The terrace offers an uninterrupted view of the Adriatic Sea, perfect for alfresco dining or lounging. Modern white furniture complements the villa’s clean aesthetic, while the terrace’s elevated position enhances its tranquil, panoramic setting.