We stayed at Villa Celenca for eleven nights in September. The owners welcomed us warmly and were attentive to every need we had. The house is lovingly cared for with lots of fruit growing in the gardens plus the owners make their own wine from their grapes and generously gave us a bottle which was indeed delicious. The apartment was outstandingly clean and comfortable. Air-conditioning was very welcome as the weather was around 27 to 29 degrees every day. Bed linen and towels are provided. There is a fridge, hob, kettle, pans and utensils plus a mop, brush and dustpan. Guests should bring, or purchase when there, their own pool towels, toiletries, including hand soap, shower gels, shampoos plus kitchen necessities such as washing up liquid.
The apartment is in a quiet location with five restaurants/bars in the vicinity. The nearest is ‘Rosa Bianca’ which provided excellent Italian food at a very reasonable price. ‘Bógó’ restaurant, overlooking the inlet, is about a ten minute walk away. This is a little more expensive but worth it. The menu is varied; we can recommend the fresh fish, tuna and the beef. There are two pizza restaurants in the village of Mokosica (above the apartment) which are basic but good for the money, plus a bar which serves a limited menu down by the sea edge just a little further to the right as you leave the house. There are a few small supermarkets around the area plus bakeries where you can buy freshly baked warm bread in the morning.
The bus stops across the road. The journey into Dubrovnik centre takes between twenty to thirty minutes depending on how busy it is. All journeys cost 15 kunas if purchased on the bus, or 12 kunas if purchased from a ticket kiosk - these can be found at various places, the main ones being the bus station and Pile Gate stops.
The apartment has a stunning view of the inlet where you can watch the ships and yachts come and go whilst sitting on on the large balcony. The pool area was superb for relaxing and enjoying a swim in beautiful surroundings.
The owners are warm and welcoming and are available to help whenever needed but are careful not to intrude. They made our stay extremely enjoyable and we hope to visit again very soon.