About this property
Surrounded by peaceful woodlands, Villa Leja is a traditional three-bedroom property boasting stunning views of Lake Bohinj and an abundance of alpine charm! With a genuinely enchanting location amidst the spectacular natural beauty of Triglav National Park, the elegant villa features custom-made furniture, an open fireplace and an idyllic green garden where you can soak up the morning sunshine in peace and quiet. Whatever the season, Villa Leja is the perfect place to immerse yourself in nature whilst relaxing and unwinding with your loved ones.
Begin each day with a cup of freshly brewed coffee in the garden, where you can enjoy the gentle mountain breeze and the sounds of the natural world around you. The garden offers plenty of space for family fun and games, as well as a comfortable outdoor seating area for the warmer months. The shores of beautiful Lake Bohinj are just a short stroll away, offering endless opportunities for outdoor activities. After a day spent hiking and discovering the wonders of Triglav National Park, make your way home to the villa’s green garden in time for a glass of excellent Slovene wine at sunset, followed by a home-cooked feast at the outdoor dining area.
Guests will be delighted by Villa Leja’s traditional interior spaces, which perfectly encapsulate the timeless natural beauty of the villa’s surroundings. The ground floor features an inviting lounge with sumptuous sofas, a flat-screen TV and a cosy fireplace, offering guests the ideal spot to curl up and unwind at the end of the day. A rustic archway allows the lounge to flow seamlessly into the villa’s charming dining area, where you can gather everyone together to discuss the day’s adventures over a delicious meal. The open-plan space leads into the villa’s fully equipped kitchen, with modern appliances and authentic hardwood finishes. The ground floor also has a cloakroom and access to the garden.
Villa Leja features three delightful double bedrooms, each boasting a warm and welcoming ambience and dreamlike views of the mountains. The master bedroom features a super king-size bed with a private seating area and a large balcony, where guests can enjoy a leisurely breakfast in the sunshine or a romantic glass of wine once the stars have appeared. Two more bedrooms offer king-size beds and access to a shared balcony with outdoor seating and more superb vistas. The villa also features a comfortable sofa bed. The first floor includes a compact WC and a spacious family bathroom with a shower and a jacuzzi bathtub, ideal for an indulgent soak after an invigorating day spent outside in the fresh air. Underfloor heating and central heating ensure that you remain warm and cosy during the autumn and winter months.
Villa Leja offers guests a relaxing and rejuvenating retreat in the heart of Alpine Slovenia, which boasts a serene location and picture-perfect views of Lake Bohinj and the mountains.
Nestled within a glacial valley surrounded by the majestic Julian Alps, Lake Bohinj offers visitors a scenic holiday setting unlike any other. This stunning mountain jewel is Slovenia’s largest natural lake and a hiker’s paradise, with a truly unforgettable location amidst the pristine natural beauty of Triglav National Park. Whether you wish to relax and recharge in peace and quiet or spend your days exploring all that Alpine Slovenia has to offer, Villa Leja provides an ideal base to discover the wonders of Lake Bohinj.
The villa is ideally situated in Ukanc, an idyllic hamlet on the southwestern shores of the lake. During the summer months, Ukanc offers spectacular swimming spots where you can enjoy the lake’s refreshing waters near the point where it meets the emerald waters of the Savica stream. There are secluded coves and pebbly bathing areas where you can spend the afternoon relaxing in the warm sunshine. A walk along the lakeside from Ukanc to the town of Ribčev Laz will take roughly an hour and fifteen minutes, rewarding you with picturesque beauty spots and tempting you to take a dip in the crystal-clear waters of Lake Bohinj along the way!
Hikers will love the varied trails to be found in Triglav National Park, where adventure seekers can take on the challenge of climbing to the summit of Mount Triglav, the highest mountain in Slovenia and the highest peak of the Julian Alps. A beautiful hike of roughly an hour will lead you from Ukanc to the cascading waters of the Savica Waterfall, a dramatic sight that will take your breath away. Meanwhile, a hike to Mostnica Gorge offers fragrant woodlands and riverbeds with enchanting scenery to enjoy. Continue through the serene wildflower meadows of Voje Valley to reach the striking Mostnica Waterfall. On your return journey, you can visit one of two traditional alpine huts, where you can enjoy delicious local delicacies such as cheese dumplings after working up an appetite! It might be a good idea to bring cash with you to the mountain huts, as they do not usually accept card.
For something a little different, a cable car connects Ukanc to the Vogel Ski Resort. The swift journey is not for the faint-hearted, but once you reach the top, Vogel’s mountain station offers panoramic views of the Julian Alps and sparkling Lake Bohinj. Mount Vogel is one of Slovenia’s most popular hiking destinations, while the Vogel Ski Resort offers superb slopes for beginner and intermediate skiers during the ski season, with family-friendly lessons with experienced instructors available.
While a treasure trove of outdoor activities will keep nature lovers endlessly entertained, Lake Bohinj is also perfectly placed for visitors to make the most of some of Slovenia’s best-known cultural gems. The vibrant city streets of Ljubljana are roughly an hour and twenty minutes away from Villa Leja by car, while picturesque Lake Bled, with its fairytale island, is only a thirty-five-minute drive away.
Accommodation
Interior
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Dining area
- Spacious living room with fireplace
- WC
- Living area (first floor)
- Bedroom 1 - Double bed, walk in wardrobe, seating area, access to balcony
- Bedroom 2 - Double bed, access to balcony
- Bedroom 3 - Double bed, access to balcony
- Family bathroom - jacuzzi bath, 2 sinks, WC, shower
- Separate WC
Exterior
- Table
- Chairs
- Lawn
Additional Facilities
- Internet/Wi-Fi
- SAT TV
- Central heating
- Underfloor heating
- Dishwasher
- Coffee machine
- Washing machine
- Hairdryer
- Iron
- Soap and shampoo
- 100% silk bedding
- Parking
- Cot (on request)*
- High chair (on request)
* Please see T's & C's