Apartmány Javorek, farm apartments with pool and animals in Vysočina
Apartmány Javorek is a small family-run farm stay in the village of Javorek, in the Vysočina highlands of Czechia. It has two fully equipped apartments, a seasonal pool, a sauna, a playground and a mini zoo. It suits families with children and couples after a quiet, countryside break.
Written by Valeria Romano
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Where Apartmány Javorek is
Apartmány Javorek is in the small village of Javorek, part of Javorek-Sněžné, in the Vysočina highlands of Czechia. It is a quiet, rural setting, and one reviewer who lived in the village for many years says the surroundings are well worth a visit.
The old description calls it a good base for hiking, cycling and winter sports, and mentions heritage sights in the wider area, such as the pilgrimage church of St John of Nepomuk on Zelená hora and the château at Litomyšl. Free private parking is included, and I would plan on arriving by car, as this is countryside.
What the apartments are like
There are two apartments, each fully equipped and with its own bathroom. Both have a kitchenette with a microwave, a fridge, a kettle and a toaster, and one guest also notes a coffee machine. Free Wi-Fi is included.
The way guests describe them is consistent. Stylish, clean and well furnished, with solid furniture, a rustic or old-fashioned touch and a full kitchen. One person says the fridge hummed a bit at night, but they solved it. Another mentions beds that were comfortable. For a small place, that is a good level of detail to hear from several different people.
Animals, pool and things for children
This is where Apartmány Javorek stands out. The site has a seasonal pool, a sauna and massage services in a small wellness area, a trampoline, a playground and a mini zoo with llamas, emus and ponies. Guests mention the animals outside the windows as a nice surprise.
- The animals. Several guests say the animals are a big plus for children, and one family enjoyed them from the apartment.
- The pool. It is seasonal. One family used it even when the weather was not at its best and found the water pleasantly warm.
- The play equipment. A reviewer says the children had almost everything they needed on site, including toys and books, so they hardly had to bring anything.
What guests say about Apartmány Javorek
The Google score is 4.9 from 74 opinions, which is about as high as it gets. I read the written reviews for patterns, and they are very consistent.
Guests praise the hosts above all, describing them as kind, helpful and generous. People mention homemade cakes and muffins for breakfast, good food in the village pub and a warm, personal welcome. Many highlight how calm and beautiful the place is, and how much there is for children to do.
Complaints are rare and small. One guest, some years ago, felt they were charged a little more than expected, though they still found the price good. The same person mentioned the fridge noise at night. I did not find anything worse in the reviews I have, and one of them was written by someone who had not actually stayed, so I ignored it.
What to know before you book
Everything points to a very good stay, but a few practical points are worth keeping in mind.
| Good to know | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Only two apartments | It is small, so it can fill up in the busy season |
| Seasonal pool | Do not count on swimming out of season |
| Rural village | Quiet and green, but you will want a car |
| Old-fashioned style | Cosy and rustic rather than minimalist and new |
I would also ask about the exact prices and extras when you book, such as breakfast and the sauna or massages, since the older description lists them as services on site and I cannot tell you how they are charged.
Who Apartmány Javorek suits
For me this is a family place first. If you travel with children who love animals, space to run and a pool, I would put Apartmány Javorek in Javorek-Sněžné near the top of a shortlist in Vysočina. Couples who want a peaceful stay with a sauna and a pub round the corner will also be happy.
It is less suited to people who want nightlife, a hotel with a reception and room service, or a big resort feel. It is also not for anyone who dislikes animals around the place. If you want a slow, friendly, countryside break, this one has everything the reviews say you need.
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