Villas in Gradac
Gradac suits couples and small families who want a long pebble beach and quiet evenings on the Makarska Riviera. Gornja Vala runs for about 5 km under pines and olive trees. Homes are mostly small, and the town sits roughly halfway between Split and Dubrovnik, so neither airport is close.
- Villas
- 6
- From, per week
- £604
About Gradac
Gradac is a small seaside town of about a thousand people and the centre of a municipality that also takes in Drvenik, Zaostrog, Podaca and Brist along some 15 km of coast. Makarska is 42 km north and Ploče 12 km south, and the municipality marks the end of the riviera. The main draw is Gornja Vala, a shingle beach about 5 km long, shaded by trees and sheltered from the wind. The homes are close together in the town. Its name comes from a stronghold probably built during the Cretan War, and the parish church of St Michael was built in 1852. Evenings mean grilled fish, plavac wine and a stroll along the sea.
Is Gradac right for you?
- Best for
- Couples and small families after a long pebble beach
- Not for you if
- You want a private pool, a club scene or a short airport transfer.
Near Gradac
Zaostrog
A village on the same stretch of coast, with the Monastery of St Mary and the remains of the Ostrog fortress under Viter hill.
Stara Podaca
An old village on the rocky slopes of Biokovo, with ruined stone houses, a fort from the Candian War and a bell tower.
Čista
An abandoned village above Gradac, with the remnants of a 16th-century tower and rows of empty houses.
Vrisje
A climbing area near Gradac with numerous routes on large rocks.
Getting to Gradac
Gradac lies roughly halfway between Split and Dubrovnik, so you can fly into either and drive down or up the coast. Ploče is 12 km away and Makarska 42 km. A car makes sense, both for the transfer and for reaching the hill villages and viewpoints above town.
Villas in Gradac
5-star property
1-Bedroom Home, Gradac
Gradac, Central Dalmatia, Croatia
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2-Bedroom Home, Gradac
Gradac, Central Dalmatia, Croatia
5
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Air ConParkingDishwasher+8 more
1-Bedroom Home, Gradac
Gradac, Central Dalmatia, Croatia
3
1
0
Air ConParkingDishwasher+8 more
5-star property
2-Bedroom Home, Gradac
Gradac, Central Dalmatia, Croatia
5
2
0
Air ConDishwasherMicrowave+6 more
3-star property
Gradac villa holidays: questions answered
Is the beach in Gradac sand or pebble?
Pebble. Gornja Vala, the main beach, is a shingle beach about 5 km long, shaded by pine and olive trees and sheltered from the wind, with a restaurant and a café on it. Water shoes help if you dislike stones underfoot.
Is Gradac good for families?
Yes, for families who are happy with pebbles. The beach runs for about 5 km, with pines and olive trees for natural shade. Most homes here are on the small side, so larger families should check the sleeping arrangements in each listing.
Can you cycle or climb around Gradac?
Both. Bike trails totalling about 40 km run through the mountains above Gradac to several viewpoints, and the Vrisje climbing area has numerous routes on large rocks.
Should I fly to Split or Dubrovnik for Gradac?
Either works. Gradac sits roughly halfway between the two cities, so the choice usually comes down to flight times and fares rather than distance.
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Written by the TrustedVillas team. Last reviewed November 2026.
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