Offering a garden and mountain view, Balkan Retreat is located in Bešenovo, 31 km from Promenada Shopping Mall and 32 km from SPENS Sports Centre. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the guest house free of charge. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. At the guest house, some units have a private entrance, dining area, fireplace and oven. Some accommodation includes a terrace and a seating area with flat-screen TV, as well as air conditioning and heating. At the guest house, every unit includes a private bathroom. Guests can take advantage of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. For guests with children, Balkan Retreat provides outdoor play equipment. If you would like to discover the area, hiking is possible in the surroundings. Museum of Vojvodina is 32 km from the accommodation, while Serbian National Theatre is 32 km away. The nearest airport is Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport, 66 km from Balkan Retreat.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom :
2 single beds
and
1 large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 3:
2 single beds
and
1 extra-large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
9.1
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Bojan
    Serbia Serbia
    We like everything this place offers! True retreat to nature and slow pace of life. This sweet place with great location will provide you with all you could need, even if you forgot something :) Apartment is nicely furnished old traditional...
  • Vasilii
    Russia Russia
    Very cosy and quiet place with an amazing hostess. Fireplace on a yard, garden, trees and birds. This is a house, where do you want to go back. Highly recommended!
  • Nina
    Serbia Serbia
    Everything was amazing! I recommend this place to everyone seeking relaxation in nature away from the noise.

Managed by Vivien and Kalki

Company review score: 9.9Based on 76 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

We are actors, teachers and writers from the UK and the Netherlands, enjoying living in nature, growing our own food, and hosting guests from around the world, events, retreats and workshops.

Property information

The Balkan Retreat is a rustic, converted small-holding, with modernised farm buildings that are unique and charming in design and character. We grow organic food following permaculture principles and try to increase biodiversity of plants and animal species in our wild garden.

Neighbourhood information

We are located in a quiet village surrounded by the forests of the Fruška Gora National Park, 2 mins walk from Bešenovo Monastery and 10 mins walk from the beautiful turquoise lake Beli Kamen/Besenovo Lake. There are two restaurants nearby, Ruza Vetrova and Lugarnica. You can go horse riding, hiking and swimming, or simply relax in hammocks in the peace of our garden.

Languages spoken

German,English,Dutch,Serbian

Property surroundings

Facilities of Balkan Retreat
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Private bathroom
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Beach
  • Badminton equipment
  • Horse riding
  • Hiking
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Pet bowls
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Entertainment and family services
    • Kids' outdoor play equipment
    • Board games/puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Safety deposit box
    General
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Soundproof rooms
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages spoken
    • German
    • English
    • Dutch
    • Serbian

    House rules
    Balkan Retreat takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 15:00 to 21:00
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    From 08:00 to 11:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
    Cash only
    This property only accepts cash payments.
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Quiet hours
    Guests must be quiet between 11:00 and 06:00.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Balkan Retreat in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

    Quiet hours are between 11:00:00 and 06:00:00.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Balkan Retreat

    • Room options at Balkan Retreat include:

      • Double
      • Apartment
      • Villa
      • Holiday Home
    • Balkan Retreat is 2.3 miles from the centre of Bešenovo. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Balkan Retreat offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Badminton equipment
      • Horse riding
      • Beach
    • The prices at Balkan Retreat may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at Balkan Retreat is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.