SEARCHING FOR A QUIET RETREAT SURROUNDED BY NATURE?
Located 150 km from Belgrade and just 15 km from Despotovac, Lesnik offers a true escape immersed in untouched nature, far away from city noise and pollution.
Did you know that Lesnik is a mythological creature from Slavic mythology, the protector of all forest animals and birds?
The name of our vacation home, ‘Lesnik,’ is no coincidence! This newly built house, constructed to IPARD standards, features 4 hotel-style bedrooms and a large yard nestled in dense forest, next to the Resava River… Day and night you’ll be surrounded by the soothing sounds of the river, forest breeze, and birds — just as the mythological Lesnik intended!
Lesnik Vacation Home is located in the municipality of Despotovac, in the area of the village Jelovac, only 4 km from Resava Cave and 6 km from the Lisina Waterfall natural monument. The nearby area is rich with natural treasures and historical landmarks of the Resava region, such as Manasija Monastery, Krupajsko Vrelo spring, Beljanica mountain, the Vinatovača primeval forest, and more.
What sets Lesnik Vacation Home apart is complete privacy in a natural, forest environment by the Resava River, close to the main road. You will be surrounded by birds, forest wildlife, and trees.
WHAT DOES LESNIK VACATION HOME OFFER?
Nestled in the forest, right next to the Resava River, the house spans two floors and is fully equipped for a comfortable longer stay. It has 4 bedrooms with private bathrooms, accommodating up to 9 guests. The yard features a gazebo ideal for outdoor relaxation, with direct access to the Resava River.
Entering the house, you step into a social space that serves as a dining area, flowing into the living room with access to the yard and gazebo. The dining area leads into a fully equipped kitchen. Another door opens to the bathrooms and stairs to the second floor, where the bedrooms are located.
There are 4 bedrooms with private bathrooms: 3 double rooms and 1 triple room, with a total capacity of 9 guests.
Each room includes a double bed, wardrobe, desk, chair, and mosquito nets.
The rooms are spacious, modernly furnished, and come with all essentials: bedding, towels, and basic toiletries.
In the yard, the gazebo is perfect for various activities, ideal for dining and relaxing in the shade, accompanied by calming forest and river sounds.
The gazebo can also host small celebrations and events such as birthdays, weddings, or business lunches.
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WHAT TO VISIT AROUND LESNIK?
Explore the surroundings of Lesnik Vacation Home and plan your active holiday. The Resava region is a treasure trove of natural gems and cultural monuments, including Manasija Monastery, Resava Cave, and Lisina Waterfall.
The Resava region, located in eastern Serbia, is rich in natural beauty and cultural landmarks that make it truly unique. This area is home to many natural wonders, with Resava Cave standing out as one of the most beautiful and most visited caves in the country. Just nearby is the Lisine Waterfall, cascading from a height of 25 meters, offering a stunning view and a peaceful setting for nature lovers and adventurers.
Lesnik Vacation Home is situated only 4 km from Resava Cave and 6 km from Lisine Waterfall, making it an ideal starting point for exploring the area.
In addition to its natural attractions, the Resava region boasts a rich cultural and historical heritage. The Manasija Monastery, dating back to the 15th century, is a significant monument of Serbian medieval architecture and culture. The nearby town of Despotovac serves as a tourism hub for the region and a convenient base for visiting other local attractions. The Resava region is perfect for those looking to enjoy the peace of nature, explore historical landmarks, and experience authentic Serbian tradition.
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Resava (Divljakovac) Cave is located in eastern Serbia, 20 kilometers from Despotovac, in the limestone hill Babina Glava, on the edge of the Divljakovac karst field. It is among the largest and most beautiful caves in Serbia, with a total length of 4.5 kilometers.
For more information, visit the Wikipedia page.
Veliki Buk (Lisine) Waterfall
Veliki Buk, also known as Lisine, is a waterfall located in eastern Serbia, on the slopes of Mount Beljanica. It is formed by the small river Vrelo, a right tributary of the Resava River. The waterfall is situated at approximately 380 meters above sea level, near the famous Resava Cave.
For more information, visit the Wikipedia page.
Manasija Monastery, also known as Resava, is one of the most important monuments of Serbian medieval culture and the most prominent example of the so-called "Morava School" of architecture. It is located about 30 kilometers from the Belgrade–Niš highway, near the town of Despotovac.
For more information, visit the Wikipedia page.
Ravanica Monastery, with its church dedicated to the Ascension of the Lord, was built by Saint Prince Lazar between the 1370s and 1380s. An old manuscript describes it as follows:
“He built from the foundations a temple in honor of the Lord’s Ascension—very tall and beautiful—reinforced with four pillars and adorned with frescoes…”
For more information, visit the official website of Ravanica Monastery.
Beljanica is one of the largest limestone mountains in eastern Serbia. It lies between the Mlava River basin and the Žagubica Valley to the north, and the Resava River basin to the south. The mountain stretches west to east for about 24 km, with an average width of around 12 km. It covers an area of 309 km², with 246 km² characterized by pronounced karst terrain in limestone.
For more information, visit the Wikipedia page.
The Coal Mining Museum is a technical museum established in 1980 in Senjski Rudnik, a settlement within the municipality of Despotovac. It was created by adapting the old central warehouse of the Senjski coal mine. The museum showcases artifacts and the history of the mine, with exhibits ranging from ancient times to the present day.
For more information, visit the museum’s official website.
The Miniature Park is a unique tourist attraction, not only in the municipality of Despotovac but in all of Serbia. It is located just outside Despotovac, on the left side of the regional road toward the Resava Cave. The current exhibition features miniature replicas of medieval Serbian monasteries, built at a 1:17 scale compared to the originals. Each model is a precise and detailed copy of the real-life churches.
For more information, visit the official website.
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE YOUR VISIT
Please take a moment to read all the practical information below to ensure a smooth and pleasant stay at our vacation home.
You can make a reservation in three ways: online via the booking form, by email, or by phone.
Lesnik Vacation Home is located near the village of Jelovac, just 5 km from the Resava Cave. For the exact location and directions, click the link below:
Please read the house rules carefully to learn all necessary guidelines for your stay at Lesnik Vacation Home.
If you’d like food delivered from nearby restaurants or groceries from local markets, you can find more information at the link below:
