22estates.com

What It Is

22 Estates GmbH is a regional vacation rental booking provider focused on luxury villas, holiday homes, and apartments for short- and medium-term stays in Croatia’s Istria region. The site states that it has been operating since 2015, with key destinations including Rabac, Labin, Vinež, and Zagorje. It also claims to have hosted more than 100,000 guests and to offer 37 accommodations.

Core Experience

From an e-commerce perspective, it is closer to a vertical destination-focused accommodation booking site than an open, all-in-one platform. Property cards list the starting nightly price, floor area, number of bedrooms, guest capacity, and location. Users can submit booking requests based on the number of adults, children, dates, and nights. Many listings highlight pools, barbecue areas, gardens, parking, quiet surroundings, and family-friendly facilities. Reviews also frequently mention well-equipped kitchens, children’s toys, clean pools, and welcoming hosts.

Pricing and Rules

Prices are shown in euros per night, with sample listings starting at around €49–€147 per night. One point to note is that the site clearly states that during the main peak season from June 3 to September 9, bookings are only available by the week, and check-in and check-out are usually limited to Saturdays or Sundays. This is not very friendly for users planning flexible short stays. The site does not disclose details such as payment methods, deposits, cleaning fees, cancellation policies, or platform service fees, so there is still room to improve transaction transparency.

Pros and Cons

Its strengths lie in its destination focus, vertical selection of properties, clear accommodation information, and availability in English, German, and Croatian. The overall review sample is very positive, making it especially suitable for families, larger groups, and travelers seeking privacy. The drawbacks are its very narrow coverage, as it serves almost only Istria; insufficient explanation of fee structures, online payments, and after-sales rules; and the fact that some reviews come from Airbnb, while the site’s own review and risk-control systems are unclear.

Who It’s For and Access from China

It is suitable for families and groups of friends or relatives planning a seaside or countryside vacation in Istria, as well as users who want to rent an entire villa with a pool. For users in China, the site does not provide Chinese-language pages, local payment options, or clear information about accessibility from China, so its access status is considered unknown.