ST. JOHN LIGHTHOUSE near ROVINJ
St. John lighthouse, built in 1853. It is located on the most distant islet of the small archipelago in front of Rovinj. This islet is actually a 70 x 50 meter rock with a relatively easily accessible shore and shallow waters, which makes St. John an ideal destination for families with children that would like to spend a Robinson Crusoe type of holiday.
ACCOMMODATION IN LIGHTHOUSE
The 23 m high lighthouse tower offers fabulous view. There are two four-bed apartments in the lighthouse building. The islet has a berth where smaller boats can be pulled out with a crane. Due to splendid underwater sites and numerous species of fish, this destination is very popular for those looking to get away from the everyday life, as well as for those that like to go fishing and diving.
Accommodation capacity
2 x 1/4 apartments, with the keeper.
Apartment A1.. * * *
Ground-floor, approx. 55 m2, two double rooms (13 and 21 m2), kitchen (16 m2), shower-washroom (4 m2).
Apartment A2.. * * *
First floor, approx. 45 m2, one double room (19 m2), one room with bunk bed (7 m2), kitchen (13 m2), shower-washroom (4 m2).
BEACH
Rock formation on St. John is ideal for suntanning. There are two beaches with shallow waters on opposite sides of the islet. We advise swimmers to be cautious and not to swim far away from the coast due to changing currents.
TRANSFER TO LIGHTHOUSE
Transfer from the port of Rovinj is charged an extra 100 EUR per apartment. We recommend transfers early in the morning (departure time before 9 am). The trip to the lighthouse on Mr. Bogdan Mokoric's boat takes 30 to 45 minutes, depending on weather conditions. Disembarking on the islet in the afternoon is difficult due to strong western winds.
F&B
All provisions can be purchased in Rovinj prior to the transfer, provided you arrive in Rovinj early in the morning. If you need provisions during your stay on Sv. Ivan, it can be arranged with the lighthouse keeper. If you would like to go shopping for provisions on your own, it can also be arranged with the lighthouse keeper at an extra charge.
THE STORY
Legend has it that a Venetian doge was navigating in the direction of Rovinj in unfavorable weather conditions. His crew spotted the dangerous cliffs of St. John on time and changed their navigation route. The doge vowed to St. John to light him a candle as high as a cathedral tower if he made it safe and sound to Rovinj. After having arrived safely to Rovinj, the doge forgot about his vow. Since he was in a hurry back to Venice he did not even light a little candle on. He remembered that he had not kept his promise several months later when he found himself in the middle of a tempest in the same area. His ship was thrown into the cliffs of St. John and the whole crew along with the doge disappeared in the stormy sea.
Depths of the sea that surrounds St. John vary from ten meters to forty meters where the seabed is rocky and rich in flora and species of fish. St. John is perfectly suited for underwater and sports fishing.
LIGHTHOUSE APARTMENTS PRICELIST
A1
Apartment / 1 night
High season 129
Low season 99
Off season 79
A2
Apartment / 1 night
High season 129
Low season 99
Off season 79
NOTE:
Prices are listed in EUR.
HIGH SEASON: 03.07. – 28.08.
EARLY/ LATE: 29.05. – 03.07. 28.08. – 18.09.
REST OF YEAR: to 29.05. from 18.09.
Local tax is not included. In high, early and late season, minimum stay period is one week (Saturday - Saturday).
Off season stay can last 3 or more days.
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