Luxury Wine & Wellness Retreat near Varaždin - Pool, Sauna & Spa

Discover a different side of Croatia at Family & Wine House KANIZSAY — a private wine and wellness retreat in the peaceful hills of Varaždinske Toplice, just a short drive from the historic city of Varaždin.

Designed for guests who value privacy, comfort and memorable experiences, the house combines contemporary living with Croatian wine culture, private wellness and thoughtful details inspired by the region.

This is not simply a place to sleep. It is a house created to be enjoyed.

PRIVATE WELLNESS, JUST FOR YOU

Relax at your own pace in a wellness area reserved exclusively for your stay.

Enjoy the private whirlpool throughout the year, unwind in the infrared sauna, or spend a quiet evening with a glass of wine after exploring northern Croatia.

During the warmer months, the heated saltwater swimming pool adds another dimension to your stay. The pool is normally available from 15 May until 15 September.

Whether it is a summer afternoon beside the pool or a cold autumn evening moving between the sauna, whirlpool and wine cellar, the house offers a completely different atmosphere with every season.

DISCOVER CROATIA THROUGH WINE

Wine is an essential part of the KANIZSAY experience.

Our private wine cellar features a carefully selected collection of Croatian wines from renowned wine regions including Istria, Dalmatia, Međimurje and Hrvatsko Zagorje.

Discover wines from producers such as Trapan, Tomšić, Kos and Blato 1902, with varieties ranging from Malvazija, Sauvignon and Pošip to Teran, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon and Plavac.

Wine glasses, decanters and corkscrews are provided, allowing you to create your own relaxed tasting evening without leaving the house.

Sit by the cellar fireplace, open a bottle you have never tried before and discover a part of Croatia many international visitors still know surprisingly little about.

AN ENTIRE PRIVATE HOUSE

When you stay at KANIZSAY, the house and its amenities are for your private use.

There are no shared wellness facilities, no crowded hotel breakfast rooms and no need to organise your day around other guests.

Enjoy your morning coffee on the terrace, spend an afternoon by the pool, prepare dinner together, open a Croatian wine in the cellar and finish the evening in the whirlpool.

The house is particularly suited to couples, families, two couples travelling together and guests looking for a peaceful premium escape.

DESIGNED FOR ALL FOUR SEASONS

SUMMER brings pool days, outdoor dining, cycling and long evenings under the bioclimatic pergola.

AUTUMN is made for wine, local harvests, hiking, fireplaces and crisp mornings in the surrounding countryside.

WINTER transforms the house into a cosy private retreat with the whirlpool, infrared sauna, wood-burning stove, wine cellar and nearby Advent experiences in Varaždin.

SPRING is ideal for cycling, hiking, discovering castles and cultural attractions, enjoying the greenhouse and dining outside as the countryside comes back to life.

THOUGHTFUL COMFORT & TECHNOLOGY

The house combines premium comfort with modern technology.

Guests have access to:

• Private year-round whirlpool
• Infrared sauna
• Seasonal heated saltwater swimming pool
• Private Croatian wine cellar
• Indoor wood-burning stove
• Electric fireplace in the wine cellar
• Bioclimatic pergola
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Nespresso coffee machine
• High-speed Wi-Fi
• Smart-home controls via the house iPad
• Streaming services and television
• JBL premium Bluetooth speakers
• Vinyl record player and record collection
• Board games
• In-house fitness area
• Electric bicycles
• Electric scooter
• Private parking
• Type 2 EV charging station
• Washing machine and ironing facilities
• Electric shutters and mosquito screens
• Smart-lock access

COOK, GRILL & SLOW DOWN

The fully equipped kitchen gives you everything needed to cook comfortably during your stay.

Outside, a wood and charcoal grill creates the perfect setting for relaxed dinners beneath the pergola.

Guests are also welcome to visit our small greenhouse and pick available fresh herbs and spices such as basil, rosemary, mint, parsley or thyme depending on the season.

Pair dinner with a bottle from the wine cellar and enjoy an evening without reservations, schedules or driving anywhere.

SMALL DETAILS WITH A CROATIAN STORY

Throughout the house you will discover objects connected with Croatian culture and craftsmanship.

These include Lepoglava lace, the Vučedol Dove, Brač stone, a traditional wooden toy from Hrvatsko Zagorje, a licitar heart, Istrian-inspired pieces and other details that tell small stories about Croatia.

We want your stay to introduce you not only to the destination, but also to the culture, flavours and traditions behind it.

EXPLORE NORTHERN CROATIA

KANIZSAY is located in Varaždinske Toplice, an historic thermal town surrounded by rolling countryside.

Nearby you can discover the Roman archaeological site of Aquae Iasae, while the beautiful baroque city of Varaždin is approximately 15 minutes away by car.

The wider region offers excellent opportunities for cycling, hiking, gastronomy, wine discovery and cultural excursions.

Trakošćan Castle and its lake make an excellent day trip, while Zagreb is approximately one hour away for guests wishing to combine a peaceful countryside stay with the Croatian capital.

Several restaurants are located close to the property, including traditional and contemporary Croatian dining options.

TRAVEL MORE SUSTAINABLY

Sustainability has been incorporated into many aspects of the house.

Features include solar energy, energy-efficient systems, smart heating controls, waste separation, rainwater collection, environmentally conscious wastewater treatment, a saltwater pool, reusable shopping bags, electric bicycles and on-site EV charging.

We invite our guests to enjoy premium comfort while helping us use energy and resources responsibly.

OPTIONAL ARRIVAL EXPERIENCES

If you would like something special prepared before you arrive, optional arrival packages can be arranged in advance.

Options may include a brunch package, a locally inspired cold-cuts platter, seasonal fruit or fresh flowers.

Perfect for a late arrival, romantic stay, anniversary or simply beginning your holiday without immediately visiting the supermarket.

FOR GUESTS WHO PREFER EXPERIENCES OVER ORDINARY ACCOMMODATION

KANIZSAY is intentionally different from a conventional holiday rental.

It is designed for travellers who appreciate a beautiful private space, excellent wine, wellness, technology, sustainability and the freedom to slow down.

Come for the house.

Stay for the wine, the quiet mornings, the sauna, the countryside and those evenings when there is nowhere else you would rather be.

Welcome to Family & Wine House KANIZSAY.