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The Radanovici Region

Bigova is located on the southwest coast of Montenegro, outside the Bay of Kotor on the Adriatic Sea. The area has a mild Mediterranean climate, with high temperatures in the summer and cooler winters. Bigova enjoys ideal conditions for a seaside holiday, as the area sees plenty of sunshine during the summer - around 240 sunny days each year - and the days are hot and dry.
Early in the season, May enjoys an average temperature or 22C and 8 hours of sun. The water temperature in May is 18C, however this rises to a warmer 21C in June and by August has reached a very pleasant 25C. July and August see average temperatures of 29C, and during this time the sun shines for 10 hours each day - ideal conditions for relaxing on the beach. The summers are dry, with June seeing 66mm of rain, and July only receiving 46mm. As Bigova sits in a sheltered bay, the resort is protected from the coastal winds that blow along the shores - the minstrel from the south during the summer, and the tempest from the north in the winter.
Winter weather is much milder in Bigova, with October seeing average highs of 20C and 6 hours of sun, and November dropping down to 14C, with a maximum of 4 hours of sunshine.

Bigova Valley belongs to the locality of Donji Grbalj between Budva and Tivat. In olden days it was called Traste Bay and it's location made it an ideal fishing port. The calm bay is still used to this day by fishermen and other sailors to shelter from rough seas. It is famous for the healing sand which is found at the very end of Bigovo valley. The clear waters are ideal for swimming, diving, snorkelling and other watersports.

 

Bigova Area

The Kotor Bay- Boka Kotorska (Fjord)

Allow a day for the following tour. Drive around the complete bay, visit Porto Montenegro in Tivat- tipped to be the new Monaco- and stroll along the seafront. Cross the bay at Lepetane by ferry stopping for lunch in The Catovica Mlini restaurant (old stone mill in breathtaking location) in Morinj. See the ancient Roman mosaics in Risan. Be awestruck by the Venetian architecture of Perast and take a boat trip out to the tiny islands of St George and Our Lady of the Rock. Enjoy in the vibrant seaside bars in Dobrota, just outside Kotor town. Sightsee in the ancient UNESCO protected walled town of Kotor and wander through its narrow cobbled streets, relax and enjoy a coffee with the stylish locals in the main square after climbing to the top of the ramparts for a breathtaking view of the bay.

Tivat Porto Montenegro- the newly developed port is expected to rival Monaco for its grandeur with the construction of large penthouse apartments, hotels and casinos along the water front. Sight- seeing boat trips around the bay are available from Tivat- we recommend the Vesna, as it allows you time to disembark and explore each location. Tivat has numerous trendy seafront bars and restaurants.

Visit the UNESCO protected walled town of Kotor and climb to the Church of St Ivan. Through the entire city the buildings are criss-crossed with narrow streets and squares with plenty of boutiques, bars and restaurants. The infamous Maximus nightclub is built into the city walls and is the main nighttime attraction. Kotor hosts many maritime exhibitions- please check dates for specific exhibitions. Carnivals and festivals are organized each year to give additional charm to this most beautiful town. 20mins drive from Bigova.A taxi fare from Bigova to Kotor is approximately €14.

Sveti Stefan, the home of the Casino Royale, is a romantic island hotel connected to the mainland by a small causeway. It is famed for it's former guests which included Marilyn Monroe, Sophia Loren and Kirk Douglas. Walk around the headland to see the Milocer Hotel and its beautiful sandy beach. Approx. 1 hour from Bigova.

Jaz, one of the best known beaches on the Adriatic coast, has hosted concerts by Madonna and The Rolling Stones close to the beach. Approx. 20 mins drive from Bigova.

Budva old town is over 2500 years old. It is full of character with it's maze of small streets and walkways lined with boutiques, bars and restaurants. Enjoy a cocktail while lounging in a tropical-style bar overlooking the ancient city walls and the glimmering blue ocean. 30 mins from Bigova.

Lustica peninsula. This unspoilt peninsula is well worth exploring. Spend a day on one of it's beaches or take a boat trip to Mamula Island, stopping off in the idyllic village of Rose. Lunch at the excellent seaside restaurant in Mirista. Allow at least a half day for this drive and enjoy the amazing scenery.

Ulcinj is the southern most town in Montenegro- bordering onto Albania. The impressive old town overlooks a small sandy beach. Ulcinj also boasts the longest beach on the Adriatic- the golden Velika Plaza. It is located just outslde the town and is 13km in length. It is possible to take day trips into Albania (voted no. 1 place to visit in 2011 by Lonely Planet readers) from Ulcinj visiting the capital Tirane and stopping at several historic sites. As the return times from Albania can be quite late in the evening, it might be best to stay overnight in Ulcinj. Ulcinj is approx 2 hours drive from Bigova

Petrovac is another beautiful horseshoe shaped beach resort along the Adriatic coastline just beyond Sveti Stefan. The beautiful people sit posing in the numerous bars and restaurants along the promenade and enjoy the wonderful seafood and stunning sea views. Approx. 1 hour drive from Bigova.

Becici beach has a fantastic Mediterranean feel along the beach with numerous bars, restaurants and exclusive hotels. Approx. 40mins drive from Bigova.

Ploca (on the Lustica peninsula) has excellent facilities for bathing and water sports. Approx. 1 hours drive from Bigova.

Plavi Horizonti (or Przno) on the Lustica peninsula is a beautiful sandy beach with clear calm water, the gradual depth of the water making it ideal for children bathing. A games area, bar and restaurant is also located by the beach. Approximately 20mins drive from Bigova- we strongly recommend a visit.

Podgorica is the capital of Montenegro- and well worth a visit to see the modern architecture and parks and to meet the extremely welcoming locals. There is plenty of shopping, bars and restaurants. Driving through the city is quite straightforward. The route passes alongside the picturesque Skadar lake- a perfect half-way point. Approx. 2 hours drive from Bigova.

Cetinje (the historic capital of Montenegro) is recognized as the cultural and educational centre of Montenegro, and has many interesting museums including the History, State and Art museums. Approx 2 hours drive from Bigova (dramatic mountainous scenery en route).

 

Getting There

* Tivat, Montenegro - just 15 minutes drive from Bigova. There are flights to Tivat with Montenegro airlines from Belgrade (Serbia), and Moscow (Russia). JAT airways also fly to Tivat from London (U.K.) and from Belgrade (Serbia).

* Dubrovnik, Croatia - The drive across the border to Bigova is approximately one and a half hours when taking the short ferry crossing at Lepetane. (Travels times may increase in peak season due to delays at the border.) Aer Lingus fly from Dublin, Ireland four times a week into Dubrovnik airport. British airways fly from London to Dubrovnik and Croatia airlines fly into Dubrovnik from a number of European cities (incl. Frankfurt, Munich, Rome). The low fares airline 'German Wings' fly into Dubrovnik from many European cities. Lufthansa fly from Frankfurt to Dubrovnik. 'Flybe' fly from Birmingham, U.K. to Dubrovnik. Low fares airline 'Jet2' fly from Belfast, Leeds Bradford, Edinburgh, and Manchester into Dubrovnik.

* Podgorica, Montenegro - This is the capital of Montenegro and it is just a two hour drive from Bigova. Montenegro airlines fly into Podgorica from many European airports (incl. London, Paris, Rome, Frankfurt, Vienna, Zurich, Belgrade, Moscow, Copenhagen). Tyrolean airways fly from Vienna, Austria to Podgorica. JAT airways fly from Belgrade, Serbia and London, U.K. to Podgorica.

Car Hire
We recommend Loading Rent-a-Car based in Kotor and Budva. They are friendly, speak several languages (including English) and are very reliable. Please use the links below.

Contact loading@t-com.me

Website www.loadingrentacar.com

Nearest Travel Links

• Airport: Tivat Airport (5 km)
• Ferry: Kotor (4 km)
• Railway: Bar ( km)

 

Suitable types of Holiday Bigova

• Fishing
• Watersports
• Sailing
• Mountain Biking
• Diving
• Swimming
• Walking
• Waterskiing
• Windsurfing
• Hill Walking

 

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Exterior Facilities in Villa Tara

• Balcony/Terrace
• BBQ
• Parking space
• Private garden
• Secure parking

 

The surrounding grounds are landscaped with several different levels that contain tables and seating for eating al fresco, as well as grape vines and fruit trees such as lemons, mandarins, peaches and pomegranates. The South facing ground level terraces (over 60sqm) and upper balconies at the front of the house enjoy daylong sunshine. There is an outdoor shower in the garden.
There is private parking at the back of the property under a canopy of grape vines. There is also a private entrance to the rear and the side of the house.

 

Rental Details

Please see www.bigova.me

 

Facilities in Villa Tara

• Air conditioning
• CD player
• Clothes dryer
• Cooker
• Dish washer
• Freezer
• Fridge
• Hairdryer
• Highchair
• Internet access
• Iron
• Kettle
• Linen provided
• Microwave
• Toaster
• Towels provided
• Washing machine

The interior open plan living and dining areas are separated by a large archway. Both are bright and airy with immediate access to the front terrace via two sets of PVC double doors. There is a sound system that can be connected to a laptop or mp3 player/iPod, as well as a small portable stereo. Again, this area is fully air-conditioned. The sofa in the living room can also be folded out into a double bed if required.
There are two fitted kitchens, one on each side of the house, complete with cutlery, saucepans, kitchen utensils and crockery. The large kitchen contains a double sink, 4 ring cooking hob (2 electric and 2 gas rings), large oven with grill and a microwave oven. The utility room, which is adjacent to the large kitchen, contains a washing machine, tumble dryer, large fridge/freezer, dishwasher, ironing board and iron.
The two bathrooms each contain toilet, sink and a compact bath with fitted shower. The house has an independent water supply from a 60 cubic metre water tank.

 

Bedrooms / Bathrooms

• Bedrooms (4)
• Bathrooms (2)
• WCs (2)

 

Sleeps a Maximum of 9 people:

• Single Beds (5)
• Double Beds (1)
• Sofa Beds (1)
• Cots (1)

 

Furniture

• Dining Seats (10)
• Lounge Seats (1)

 

Guest Book

"Villa Tara" is spacious. The views of the surrounding Bigova enchanting. This villa has a vast terrace. It is full of citrus trees. The smell of the ripe fruit is refreshing, as is the light breeze which swept over the terrace every hour of the week we spent there. The villa itself is crisp, white and spotless. We booked it again for 2011 the week we returned home in 2010.
F. Deaton. Ireland

I have visited Villa Tara several times in the pretty seaside village of Bigova, with its beautiful clean seawater and stunning views and intend to go back again soon. All in all I would highly recommend coming to stay, and relaxing and enjoying an unspoiled part of the Adriatic, where the people are very friendly and welcoming of tourists.
N. Darcy. North Carolina, U.S.A.