An Overview of Traditional Stone Houses in Montenegro That are Not Inferior to Modern Villas

Real estate in Montenegro is very diverse: here ancient stone houses harmoniously coexist with modern villas in a minimalist style. And if villas have already become something ordinary for our eyes, then stone houses (with history) arouse great interest. We looked into our catalog and made a selection of traditional stone houses in Montenegro.

Stone houses in Montenegro were built very simply: builders used natural materials from the surrounding area and adapted them to the terrain. Thus, in the harsh landscape of Central Montenegro, all houses were built from local stone; the walls were made of roughly hewn stone with a total thickness of 50 to 80 cm. Such thick walls were a good protection from the heat — and air conditioning was completely unnecessary.

Much time has passed since then, but stone houses in Montenegro continue to be built, and foreigners are still interested in buying them. We, in turn, have compiled a selection of such houses in different regions of this beautiful country.

Luxury Stone Villa in Dobrota

In the quiet area of ​​Ljuta (part of Dobrota) a three-storey stone villa is for sale just a few steps from the sea. Its area is 380 sq. m, and the plot occupies 651 sq. m. The price is €1.99 million (€5237 per sq. m). During the careful reconstruction, the craftsmen preserved the original stonework of the ancient building, but at the same time completely updated the interior with modern materials and technology.

Villa’s layout:

• Ground floor: open plan kitchen with living room, bathroom, spa area with jacuzzi.
• Second floor: 2 bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms and sea views, the master bedroom has a separate living room.
• Third floor: 2 bedrooms and a bathroom (accessed via a spiral staircase).

On the terraced area there is private parking for 4 cars, a closed courtyard and a viewing platform with a view of the bay and mountains. You can go to the sea through several piers along the coast. The house has central heating, air conditioners, modern household appliances (dishwasher, refrigerator, washing machine), a fireplace, a video surveillance system, and an intercom.

House with Sea View in Muo

In the village of Muo (Kotor municipality), a two-storey house of 140 sq. m. on a plot of 335 sq. m. is for sale. Price — €350,000 (€2500 per sq. m.). This option is suitable for those who are ready to invest in the renovation of a house on the first coastline. The building requires complete renovation but has good potential:

• Possibility of separate entrance to each floor.
• Outbuilding in the backyard.
• Parking spaces and a terrace with a sea view.
• Large green area behind the house for recreation.

Family Villa in Tivat with a View of the Bay

In a quiet area of ​​Tivat, a spacious four-storey house of 280 sq. m. on a plot of 500 sq. m. is for sale. Price: €400,000 (€1,429 per sq. m.). The house originally cost €470,000; the price has been reduced. The house overlooks the Tivat Bay, the Island of Flowers, and the island of St. Mark. The city park Župa is located nearby. A large supermarket and the central bus station are a 5-minute walk away, the Porto Montenegro yacht marina is 1.9 km away, and the city centre is 1.3 km away.

Layout:

• The first floor is a separate two-room apartment with its own entrance (living room, bedroom, kitchen, bathroom with sauna).
• The second floor is the main entrance, bedroom, bathroom, living room with balcony, kitchen with access to the terrace.
• The third floor is 3 bedrooms (one can be converted into a kitchen), bathroom, storage room, balcony.
• The fourth floor is an attic with the possibility of arranging a living space and a panoramic view of the bay.

The property has a garage and a carport for at least two cars. 

Stone Villa in Rezevici

In the village of Rezevici (region of the Budva Riviera) a stone villa is for sale for €820,000 (€3,280 per sq. m). This complex consists of a main house of 250 sq. m and a guest house of 150 sq. m on a plot of 654 sq. m. Rezevici is a small village located between the resorts of Sveti Stefan (4 km) and Petrovac (5 km). The sea is 700 meters away.

Layout of the main house:

• Ground floor: kitchen with dining area, bathroom.
• First floor: room with fireplace.
• Second floor: large bedroom with bathroom.
• Third floor: 2 bedrooms with bathrooms.
• There is an additional bedroom in the guest house.

The territory is equipped with yard with recreation area; BBQ area; sauna; swimming pool with recreation area and sea view; garage.

The villa is fully furnished (hand-made furniture), equipped with household appliances and ready to move in. There are olive trees and cypresses growing around. The property is suitable for permanent residence, as well as for holidays or renting out.

Spacious House in Kunja on the Bar Riviera

In the Utjeha area (Bar Riviera) a house built in 2009 (partially stone) with an area of ​​160 sq. m on a plot of 520 sq. m is for sale. Price — €235,000 (€1469 per sq. m).

What’s inside:

• 4 bedrooms
• 2 bathrooms
• 4 parking spaces
• Spacious terraces
• Air conditioning

The utilities include central power supply and a septic tank for sewerage. An important point to consider before buying: there is no central water supply in the house, water needs to be brought in.

Two-level Stone House in Prčanj with Panoramic View

In the town of Prčanj (Kotor municipality) a renovated two-level stone house of 131 sq. m. on a plot of 1000 sq. m. (10 ares) is for sale. Price — €580,000 (€4427 per sq. m.). Each level of the house is designed as a separate apartment with its own entrance:

• First apartment: 65 sq. m.
• Second apartment: 66 sq. m.

Each apartment includes a kitchen-living room, two bedrooms and a bathroom.

The site contains:

• Terrace 45 sq. m.
• Parking 210 sq. m.
• Outbuilding.
• Swimming pool.
• BBQ area.

The area is partly covered with forest, there are meadows. There are sandy and small-pebble beaches nearby.

Location:

• 10 minutes by car to Kotor.
• 20 minutes to Tivat airport.
• 2.5 hours to Zabljak ski resort.

The house has good rental potential.

Let’s Sum It Up

When choosing a house or villa in Montenegro, there are several things to consider:

• Utilities. In some areas, there may be problems with water supply, as in the case of the house in Kunya. Check the availability of all necessary communications.
• Maintenance costs. In addition to the cost of the property itself, consider property taxes in Montenegro and utility bills. For houses with swimming pools, maintenance costs will be higher.
• Transport accessibility. The distance to the nearest city, airport, beaches, and shops significantly affects the comfort of living and potential rental attractiveness.
• Property condition. Some properties require major renovations (like the house in Muo), while others are completely ready for occupancy. 

Therefore, choose the appropriate option, depending on your capabilities and desire to do repairs.