Villas in Petrčane
Petrčane is a small seaside village between Zadar and Nin, with Žal beach, a row of bars and a short drive to Zadar Airport. Most homes here have a private pool and a garden. It is a village, not a town, so larger shops and sights mean driving into Zadar.
- Villas
- 15
- From, per week
- £606
About Petrčane
Petrčane is a village of a few hundred residents on a bay between two peninsulas, Punta Radman and Punta Skala, about 12 km north of Zadar. Farming and fishing came first, and renting out rooms and homes is now the main income. The shore has Žal beach with a beach bar on it, several restaurants, and a bar set among shady pines; three of the bars open every day until 1 am. The homes are gathered close to the village rather than strung along the coast. Most have a private pool and a garden, and many sleep six or more, with a few taking larger groups. Olive groves and vineyards surround the village, and a wine tasting room sits on the southern slopes.
Is Petrčane right for you?
- Best for
- Pool homes near Žal beach, close to Zadar
- Not for you if
- You want a lively town with big shops on the doorstep, because Zadar is the nearest place for that.
Near Petrčane
Zadar
The town of Zadar is about 12 km south of Petrčane and has the larger shops and restaurants.
Nin
The historic town of Nin lies on the other side of Petrčane from Zadar, so the two make easy day trips.
Punta Skala
The peninsula on one side of Petrčane's bay, where the Falkensteiner resort and its hotels stand.
Zadar Airport
The airport is around 25 minutes from the village by car, so arrival and departure days are short.
Getting to Petrčane
Zadar Airport is the closest, around 25 minutes by car from Petrčane. A hire car makes sense for the beaches and shops. The bus option is Line 101 via Zadar bus station, which takes about an hour and a half with a change.
When to go to Petrčane
Petrčane is described as a favourite excursion spot for locals and visitors all year, though individual bars and restaurants set their own hours and season, so check opening times before an off-season visit. Air conditioning is standard in these homes, and most have a pool for the hottest weeks. Several bars open every day until 1 am, so light sleepers should check how close a home is to them.
Villas in Petrčane
3-star property
Villa Predovan
Petrčane, North Dalmatia, Croatia
4
2
0
Air ConBBQParking+11 more
from£111
per night
Villa La Tina in Petrcane, Dalmatien
Petrčane, North Dalmatia, Croatia
9
4
0
Air ConBBQParking+10 more
4-Bedroom Home, Petrčane
Petrčane, North Dalmatia, Croatia
9
4
0
Air ConBBQParking+11 more
from£666
per night
5-star property
1-Bedroom Home, Petrčane
Petrčane, North Dalmatia, Croatia
4
1
0
Air ConBBQParking+8 more
from£87
per night
5-star property
5-star property
Villa Predovan
Petrčane, North Dalmatia, Croatia
4
2
0
Air ConBBQParking+11 more
from£118
per night
4-star property
Modern Holiday house Gatsby only 40m from the sea
Petrčane, North Dalmatia, Croatia
6
3
0
DishwasherMicrowaveParking+11 more
Villa Acacia with heated pool
Petrčane, North Dalmatia, Croatia
8
4
0
DishwasherMicrowaveParking+12 more
4-star property
Residence-Apartment-Giuliano-Punta Skala
Petrčane, North Dalmatia, Croatia
2
1
0
Air ConParkingDishwasher+11 more
from£192
per night
Magnificent Villa Clara with big pool
Petrčane, North Dalmatia, Croatia
14
6
0
DishwasherFireplaceMicrowave+12 more
Petrčane villa holidays: questions answered
How far is Petrčane from Zadar?
Petrčane is about 12 km north of Zadar town. Zadar Airport is around 25 minutes away by car, which makes the village easy to reach on a short flight day.
Is there a beach in Petrčane?
Yes. Žal beach has a beach bar on it, and another bar stands among pine trees that give deep shade on summer days. Check the listing if you want a beach within walking distance of a particular home.
Is Petrčane close to Nin?
Yes, Petrčane lies between Zadar and the historic town of Nin, so you can reach either as a day trip by car. Nin is to the north and Zadar to the south.
Is Petrčane quiet?
Compared with Zadar, yes. It has a few hundred residents, though several bars stay open until 1 am every day, so evenings are not silent near them.
Do homes in Petrčane have private pools?
Most do, and most also have a garden. All of the homes we list in Petrčane have air conditioning, which helps in the hottest months.
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Written by the TrustedVillas team. Last reviewed October 2026.
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