Vrbanj, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija, Croatia
2 cafe places just 50 and 70m from the cottage. Small store just 60m and 150m really good restaurant with all kind of food.
Quiet and peaceful little village of Vrbanj is located in the heart of Hvar Island. The village dates back to the Roman period and the remains from that era prove how people from Vrbanj knew how to live their life to the fullest even then – two oil presses and some remains of a leisure villa are found in the village.
Church of the Holy Spirit (Sv. Duh), which was built in the 18th century and still is the proud holder of various Baroque paintings and silver liturgical objects.
Although small, village has all the necessities: cafés, couple of grocery shops and a post office. Right in the neighborhood there is an excellent restaurant called Bogo, but not far away, in a village Pitve and Vrisnik, there are some interesting authentic restaurants as well. The vintner Plančić, whose wine tasting center is located right in the village, makes Vrbanj a "must visit" place.
The most beautiful and authentic Dalmatian Konoba is very well hidden inside the village of Vrbanj. It is the best preserved Konoba on the entire island whose owner is multitalented Miki Bratanić.
Chock full of pressing equipment for grapes and olives, assorted jars, bottles and goatskins, old wooden storage barrels in various sizes in combination with modern stainless steel barrels make this Konoba a great time machine.
The owner Miki, who is also a dialect poet, has a good wine and excellent Prošek. Just bear in mind you have to call in advance if you wish to visit Miki’s Konoba.
recommend visiting nearby Stari Grad Plain, also known as Ager and Hora, that was awarded UNESCO World Heritage Status in 2008. Stari Grad Plain is a unique and amazingly preserved cadastral plan dating back from ancient times. The best way to experience this cultural sensation is by bicycle.
The nearest larger towns are Jelsa and Stari Grad (5km) and the closest beach is in (SENSITIVE CONTENTS HIDDEN)ska (4km). In case you enjoy walking in the fresh air surrounded by beautiful nature, just head towards Jelsa and in about 15 minutes you will reach the charming wine village Svirce. If you follow the old road towards Stari Grad, in approximately 20 minutes you will reach the picturesque village of Dol.
In case you want to take a trip to Hvar Town – a "tourist mecca" of the island (approx. 23km), or if you want to visit the beaches on the south side of the island (approx. 16km), you’ll definitely need a car. If you’re not planning to arrive with a car you can always rent it ....
