Tempting turquoise waters, photogenic pink-sand beaches, and a jumble of 15th-century stone villas on an idyllic islet make the Sveti Stefan Peninsula one of the most remarkable sights in the Adriatic.
Connected to Montenegro’s meandering coastline by a narrow causeway, the fortified island village Sveti Stefan looks as if it has been plucked from the pages of a fairy tale.
Originally built to protect fishermen from marauding pirates, Sveti Stefan was transformed around 400 years later into a luxurious hideaway for Hollywood stars such as Sophia Loren, Elizabeth Taylor, and Marilyn Monroe.
Today the islet is in the hands of the luxury hotel group Aman. It’s off-limits to all but paying guests, yet travelers on a luxury charter yacht can anchor off the coast and admire the glorious surrounds – and it’s not just the iconic island that wows.
It's just as if I have returned to town from the most beautiful fairy tale of my childhood
The sun-kissed coastline to which Sveti Stefan is connected is also a thing of beauty, with golden sands, hidden coves, rocky promontories, soaring snow-topped mountains, and pine forests where bears still roam.
Such a stunning setting calls for exploration with picturesque hikes. The idyllic Milocer Park and medieval monasteries offer no end of onshore entertainment, while a line-up of unspoiled beaches awash with crystal clear waters provide relaxation in abundance.
Award-winning Aman Sveti Stefan is one of the most luxurious resorts in the region. Hidden within the hand-restored, red-roofed villas are 50 rooms, cottages, and suites that combine effortless sophistication with authentic Montenegrin character.
There’s also a variety of intimate eateries serving up gastronomic wonders created with local, organic produce, and wines produced at nearby reserves. And an expansive spa, a clifftop pool, the private Queen’s Beach and 19th-century Villa Milocer on the mainland are among the other five-star facilities.
If you are interested in experiencing Sveti Stefan for yourself and want to incorporate it into your charter itinerary, please speak with your preferred yacht charter broker.
Alternatively, view the entire fleet of superyachts available for Montenegro yacht charters.
Sveti Stefan Peninsula Photos
Sveti Stefan Peninsula
Sveti Stefan Peninsula,
Sveti Stefan Islet,
Municipality of Budva,
Montenegro
