How to Advertise Your Croatia Villa

Step 1: Choose Your Listing Option

To get started, visit our Shop Page and select the listing option that best suits your needs:

1. Single Villa Listing
   Designed for owners with a single villa in Croatia, this option allows you to showcase your property for just €50 per year.
2. Listing Packages
   Ideal for owners with multiple properties or travel agencies managing up to 10 villas in Croatia. This package provides a cost-effective solution for just €200 per year.

Once you’ve chosen your listing type, proceed to the checkout page. Please ensure you use the same email address on the checkout page that you plan to use for logging into your account. This will allow our team to send your login details to the correct email address.

For any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to us through our Contact Page or email us at info@croatiavilla.net. We’re here to help!

Step 2: Account Creation and Login

After completing your purchase, our team will create your account using the email address provided at checkout. You will receive an email with your login details shortly.

Once you have your login credentials, you can log in to your account and begin creating your property listing for your villa in Croatia.

In the next chapter, we will guide you step-by-step on how to create a professional and eye-catching villa listing that stands out from the competition. Stay tuned for expert tips and best practices!

Step 3: Creating Your Croatia Villa Listing

Once you’ve logged into your account, you’ll see a screen displaying your basic account information, such as your name. (Insert image here)

Steps to Create Your Listing:

1. Navigate to “Vaše Objave” Tab
   Click on the “Vaše Objave” tab. Here, you’ll see the number of listings available to you based on the package you purchased:
   • If you selected the basic listing package (€50), you can publish one villa listing.
   • If you chose the multi-listing package (€200), you can publish up to 10 villa properties.
2. Click “Objavi Novi Objekat”
   To create a new listing, click the “Objavi Novi Objekat” button. This will take you to a new page where you can fill in all the important details about your property.

1. Enter Property Information
   On this page, provide accurate and appealing details about your villa to attract potential customers. This includes:
   • Title and description of your villa.
   • Location, features, and amenities.
   • High-quality images of your property.

Important Reminder:

While the instructions for creating your property listing are in Croatian, all posted content must be written in English to reach a broader audience and attract international customers.

In the next chapter, we’ll share tips on how to make your listing stand out and maximize bookings.

Step 4: Entering Basic Data About Your Croatian Villa

When creating your villa listing, it’s essential to provide detailed and engaging information to attract potential guests. All content must be written in English to appeal to an international audience.

Steps to Enter Basic Villa Information:

1. Enter Your Villa Name
   In the first field, type the name of your villa. Choose a name that’s unique and descriptive to make your listing memorable.
2. Write a Detailed Description
   In the next field, write a detailed description of your villa. Include key information about your villa. Also you can link back to your website if you have one.

Make sure your description is clear, professional, and engaging to capture the interest of potential guests.

In the next steps, we’ll guide you on how to add additional details such as photos, pricing, and availability to complete your listing.

Step 5: Pick the Location of Your Villa

The next step in creating your villa listing is selecting the location of your property. We’ve provided pre-made categories to make it easier for users to find your villa based on its region in Croatia.

Steps to Choose Your Villa’s Location:

1. Select the Most Appropriate Category
   Choose one of the following categories that best matches your villa’s location:
   • Continental Villas
   • Dubrovnik Villas
   • Split Villas
   • Zadar Villas
   • Kvarner Villas
   • Istria Villas
2. Why Choosing the Right Category Matters
   Selecting the correct category ensures your villa is displayed in the relevant searches and reaches the right audience.

After selecting your villa’s location, proceed to the next step to add more specific details and photos to make your listing stand out.

Step 6: Setting Up Images and Gallery for Your Croatia Villa

Adding high-quality images is crucial to making your villa listing stand out and attracting more guests. Here’s how to set up your featured image and gallery:

Featured Image

1. Choose the Most Representative Image
   Select the best image of your villa as the featured image. This image will:
   • Appear on social media when your property is shared.
   • Be displayed on search engines as a preview.
   • Serve as the main background image on your listing.
2. Image Requirements
   • Format: Use JPG or JPEG for faster loading times and better SEO performance.
   • Recommended Dimensions: Max width of 1600px to ensure optimal quality and display.

Gallery Images

1. Upload Up to 10 Images
   Create a gallery showcasing your villa’s interiors, exteriors, and unique features. These additional images help potential guests visualize your property.
2. Image Requirements for the Gallery
   • All images must also be in JPG or JPEG format for faster loading and SEO benefits.
   • Focus on high-quality, well-lit images that highlight key features of your villa, such as the pool, bedrooms, living areas, and views.

With the images uploaded, you’re one step closer to completing your villa listing. In the next step, we’ll cover how to set pricing and availability.

Step 7: Setting Up Basic Information About Your Villa

In this step, you’ll provide essential details about your villa that will help potential guests understand what your property offers. Be as specific and accurate as possible to attract the right audience.

Required Information

1. Primary and Secondary Location
   • Primary Location: Use a well-known town or island near your villa.
     • Example 1: Primary Location = Trogir
     • Example 2: Primary Location = Hvar Island
   • Secondary Location: Provide a more specific location such as a neighborhood or smaller area.
     • Example 1: Secondary Location = Čiovo Island
     • Example 2: Secondary Location = Jelsa
2. Number of Rooms
   Enter the total number of bedrooms available in your villa.
3. Maximum Number of Guests
   Specify the total number of guests your villa can accommodate. You can use formats like 6+2 guests (6 adults and 2 children).
4. Number of Bathrooms
   Include the total number of bathrooms in the villa.
5. Price Per Day
   Input the minimum price per day for renting your villa.
6. Villa Space
   Provide the size of your villa in square meters (e.g., 200 m²).
7. House Rules
   • Check-in and Check-out Times: Specify the times for check-in and check-out.
   • Pets Allowed: State whether pets are allowed.
   • Smoking Allowed: Mention if smoking is permitted inside the villa.
   • Include any other important rules guests should know.

By completing this section, you’ll provide guests with a clear overview of your villa, helping them decide if it’s the right fit for their stay. In the next step, we’ll finalize the listing and ensure it’s ready for publication.

Step 8: Set Up Owner or Agency Contact Information

Providing accurate and reliable contact details is essential for potential guests to reach out and arrange bookings, discuss terms, or inquire about cancellations. Here’s how to set it up:

1. Email Address

• For Single Villa Listings: Use the email address you want to be contacted through for this specific villa. This should typically be your business email associated with the villa.
• For Agency Accounts: If you have an account that supports up to 10 listings, you can assign a different email address for each villa to ensure owners of individual properties can be contacted directly.

2. Phone Number

• Provide a phone number where visitors can contact you for:
  • Booking arrangements.
  • Discussions about cancellation policies.
  • Terms of payment and other inquiries.
• Important Note: The phone number must start with the +385 Croatia country code to accommodate international calls. Example: +385 99 123 4567.

Having clear and reliable contact information ensures seamless communication with potential guests, building trust and improving your chances of securing bookings.

Step 9: Add Villa Amenities

In this step, you can highlight the key amenities your villa offers to guests. Amenities are displayed using simple checkbox options, making it quick and easy to select all that apply.

Steps to Add Amenities:

1. Choose Amenities
   • Look for the checkbox list of amenities.
   • Click on the options that your villa provides, such as:
     • Swimming Pool
     • Wi-Fi
     • Free Parking
     • Pets Allowed
     • Other relevant amenities.
2. Why This Is Important
   • Clearly displaying your villa’s amenities helps guests understand what’s included.
   • It makes your listing more attractive by showcasing features that are important to travelers.

By completing this step, you’re ensuring that potential guests can quickly see the features that set your villa apart.

Step 10: Adding Seasonal Prices

Setting seasonal pricing allows you to adjust your villa’s rates based on the time of year, ensuring transparency for visitors and maximizing your revenue during peak seasons.

Steps to Add Seasonal Prices

1. Create Pricing Periods
   • Use the provided interface to define specific date ranges for higher and lower prices.
   • Example:
     • High Season (June–August): €300 per day.
     • Low Season (September–May): €150 per day.
2. Transparent Pricing
   • Your seasonal prices will be displayed clearly to visitors, giving them a full understanding of the costs associated with different times of the year.
3. Why Seasonal Pricing Matters
   • Increases your villa’s appeal by offering flexibility in pricing.
   • Helps attract guests during off-peak seasons while maximizing revenue during high-demand periods.

By completing this step, you provide potential guests with clear, transparent pricing information, making your listing more professional and trustworthy.

Step 11: Submit Your New Villa Listing

Once you’ve completed all the required details for your villa, it’s time to publish your listing and manage your property details going forward.

Submitting Your Listing

1. Click on the “Submit New Villa” button to finalize the creation of your villa listing.
2. After submission, your villa will be automatically added to the website and made available for visitors to view.

Viewing and Managing Your Listing

• Return to the Account Page by clicking the relevant option.
• Under the “Vaše Objave” section, you’ll see all your listings (depending on the package you purchased):
  • Delete Your Listing: Remove the listing permanently.
  • Preview Your Listing: View your listing as it appears to visitors.
  • Edit/Update Your Listing: Make changes to any details or information.
  • Manage Booked Dates: Control availability and reservations.

Step 12: Managing Booked Dates via the Reservation Page

Now that your villa listing is live, it’s time to manage your property’s availability and booked dates. The reservation page allows you to update your calendar quickly and easily by marking dates as booked or available.

How to Access the Reservation Page

1. Go to the “Vaše Objave” section on your account page.
2. Click on the “Manage Booked Dates” option next to the listing you want to update.
3. You’ll be redirected to the reservation page for your villa, which displays the calendar for selecting and managing dates.

Updating and Managing Booked Dates

1. Marking a Date as Booked:
   • Click on the desired date in the calendar.
   • The date will turn red, indicating it is now booked and unavailable for other visitors to select.
   • Booked dates will appear to visitors as unavailable, preventing further bookings for that date.
2. Removing a Booked Date:
   • To make a previously booked date available again, click on the red (booked) date.
   • The date will return to its default color, indicating that it is now open for bookings.
   • Visitors will see the date as available for their stay.

Why Keep Your Calendar Updated?

• Prevents Double Bookings: Regularly updating your calendar ensures no conflicts with new bookings.
• Improves User Experience: Guests will appreciate the accuracy and transparency of your listing, as they can only see available dates.
• Helps You Plan Ahead: Easily track which dates are booked and which ones are still available for new reservations.

To visitors, the reservation calendar will display dates marked in red as unavailable (booked), while dates in the default color will appear as available for booking. This provides a clear and transparent view of your villa’s availability.

By managing your booked dates effectively, you ensure smooth operations and provide guests with a reliable and user-friendly experience.

Check out the video below to see a complete example of a final Croatia villa listing. Watch how the details come together, from adding property information to managing booked dates, ensuring your listing is both attractive and informative to potential guests.