Floating holiday house/ houseboat on the lake Perucac
Have you ever a spent a night on a lake house (riverboat) floating completely on water?
At least I was not before I travelled to Lake Perucac, near Bajina Basta in the Western part of Serbia.
I really did not know what to expect the first time my boyfriend told me about their family lake house. When I finally visited it, I understood that these lake houses are quite equivalent to Finnish summer cottages, except they are completely floating on water.
How cool is that!
Our weekend was so great and the weather was totally on our side! We started by picking (well.. stealing haha) a few fresh pieces of corn from a nearby cornfield to be grilled later on. The afternoon we spend jumping straight to the water from the deck and sunbathing. Later on, we explored the lake by the boat that we used to get onto the house. The evening we spent watching the sun go down between two of the biggest mountains.
The best part about our trip was the location. Just take a moment to appreciate the mountains that belong to Serbia (left) and Bosnia and Herzegovina (right). The colour of the water and the size of the mountains just make it impossible not to enjoy the views!
To be honest, I am not a full-on nature enthusiast. I pick heels over sneakers quite often. Thus, I recall the last time I spent a night outside in a tent I was probably around 10 years old when my mum had convinced me that becoming a scout was the thing for me. Despite that I’ve noticed that we tend to travel to nature more often now that we live in a city, just to disconnect from the constant buzz and to take care of our mindfulness.
Take a look at the video I made about the day for more!
What it is really like to spend a weekend on a riverboat on the Lake Perucac?
Take a look at the YouTube video I made about the day for more!
In my opinion, this place is definitely for excitement seekers but also for those that value a bit of comfort in a modest environment. If you’re like me and you prefer beds over sleeping bags, this is the place to be.
Obviously, spending a night on the lake is completely weather dependent, so during the winter, it’s just not possible as there is no heating. However, during the summer there’s no need for heating as the nights are warm which means that a short stay as a weekend getaway is a great option.
Do you want to spend your weekend on the riverboat?
If you’re interested to spend some time on the lake house, just take a look at the availabilities and other details right here or read received reviews below!
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“What a wonderful stay on the most beautiful lake in Serbia. The houseboat has all the bare necessities, so no luxury comforts. But the views are phenomenal and its so relaxing. Be prepared to utilise a boat to row yourself to and from the boat, which adds to the experience. Would highly recommend staying here”
– Nikola
“Loooved the place! Communication with the hosts was top-notch and their parents are very helpful and super nice. The houseboat is cosy and the view is one of a kind. Highly recommended experience :)”
– Daria
“The place is wonderful and very relaxing!”
– Laurine
“What an experience to sleep at this flat! Our host were wonderful and despite the language we are fine to meet them. Their daughter help us to find the place with good informations and reactivity. I really recommand this flat if you want yo be with the nature.”
– François
“Our stay at the river house was an amazing experience. The house is situated in a spot with a beautiful view towards the river and Bosnia. It’s a good start point for trips to the Tara mountain national park which I personally recomend. The house itself separates you from the outside world a bit and that helps your body relax. The river and it’s color are very calming. Swimming in the river is also amazing. Our whole stay was perfect and I strongly recomend to visit this place if you have the chance:) Thank you for your hospitality!”
– Ivaylo
“Best floating house where to be!! Everything was perfect, the host were very kind and helpful, they suggest us many things to do! If you can go there, just do it!”
– Alessia
“Our stay was great, it was such a special and unique experience, we absolutely recommend it. The house is situated on a beautiful and calm place on the lake. There is even a small kitchen, toilet, sunbathing terrace, the beds are very comfortable. The area is beautiful, you can swim in the lake or go hiking in the mountains. Parents of the host were extremely nice and helpful!”
– Katarina
Absolutely beautiful experience in a place that is sold short by its description. Between a grill, food prep area, toilet, and an array of lounging and dining furniture, there’s no reason to leave the platform. We stayed overnight and couldn’t recommend it any more if you’re looking for some serenity off the grid!
– James
“I would strongly recommend this experience to anyone interested in incredible natural beauty, relaxation, and hospitality. The house itself is situated on a beautiful lake surrounded by soaring cliffs. The lack of electricity and basic style of the hut added to the experience. Our overnight stay was perfect for a warm summers evening and I would love to come back and do it again.”
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