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Normally I don’t write any reviews, not for booking, any other hotel/b&b/etc. visits or any other reviews for that matter. But the visit at Winehouse Oton Reya (which is actually the name of the winemaker) was so special that it would feel wrong not to write a review. We’ve been visiting Slovenia with a group of four people; my best friend, his girlfriend, my fiancé and myself. One of our latest visits was Winehouse Oton Reya, which is located very close to Smartno. Once we arrived we could at first not find anybody at the appartment. A few minutes later we heard voices coming from downstairs. That is where I met Oton. Oton was busy with mashing the grapes, the first step in wine making, after harvesting the grapes of course. During our visit (mid September) it was time to harvest and process the grapes for wine production. Oton showed us his wonderful appartment with two spacious two person beds, one on the first floor and the second on the second floor, accessible via a designer stairs. Besides the nice bedrooms the appartment also has a big open shower, which was the first we’ve seen so far during our trip. After the tour Oton said he would be back for check in in 30 minutes so he could finish processing of the grapes first. Half an hour later we did the check-in and for the remainder of the night we sat outside on the porch with a fantastic view on the vineyards down on the valley. The next morning I’ve asked Oton if it was ok if I could help him with his work on the vineyard. After a short moment of doubt he said sure why not. Oton, myself, his workers and a neighbouring friend (Timon, owner of Vila Eva Olive Oil) jumped on the tractor and drove to the vineyards for harvesting the Rebula grapes. Oton teached me what good and bad (sour/mouldy) grapes look like so I knew how to properly harvest and collect the good grapes.

Location was amazing!!! Great view, and privacy was good. My partner enjoyed the satellite tv for sport. Bathroom was luxurious and spacious. Bed was super comfortable. Extra pillows and blankets available in the cupboard. Host was super helpful, particularly with local advice. Close to two really nice restaurants and a few wineries (would recommend checking out Aleksander wines, they were a short walk away and very generous with the tasting experience). Would have stayed longer if the property was still available.

We had a fantastic staying at Tamara and Janko's house, Tamara kindly made us taste delicious natural wines, we felt like home with this spatious Room and all the delicate attentions we had, and to top it all the view on the Vipava valley from our room was amazing, everything was just perfect I highly recommend it!

Great place to stay in a really beautiful village! The hosts were more than accommodating and organised a place to eat for us as well as transportation which was really helpful because we weren’t travelling by car and were travelling before the season. Great breakfast as well!

We had been to the restaurant before and had enjoyed the lovely wines and local cuisine, but this time we also stayed for two nights, enjoyed the pool with the panoramic view and the delicious breakfast on their terrace. We will for sure be back here and we recommend!

The apartment is nice with a great view over the winelands. The dinner with wine pairing is the best. Really recommended to stay/eat here when in Slovenia.

We had a very nice stay, very friendly owners, good food and wine and everything was super clean. Breakfast was better than expected!

Everything excellen location,accommodation and host too.Host is the best I ever met.We felt like at home.We will come back again.

Nice modern aircon apartment with a great balcony and view. The swimming pool was amazing especially after some long walks.

Everything; the host was very friendly and helpful, location is fantastic and the apartement is just perfect.

Beautiful location in the middle of the countryside. Delicious breakfast and meals, kind and helpful hosts.

The view is insane, the food and the cocktails excellent. The price is not so expensive

personnel were sooo nice. very friendly and helpful! Nice rooms and very good food!!!

Everything, perfect location, amazing stuff, great wine and breakfast.

Exceptional food, views, very clean