164 AsiaSpa November/December 2017
BucketList
Aman Sveti Stefan
THE ULTIMATE INDULGENCE
Situated at the heart of Montenegro’s sun-drenched coastline, the fortified island of Sveti Stefan is perhaps one of its
most iconic images. The restored village lies across the bay from Villa Miločer, a former royal retreat, and features
80 acres of grounds, two kilometres of beaches and a standalone Aman Spa. Should you be compelled to explore
further, the property is a short drive or sail away from the ancient town of Budva and UNESCO-protected Bay of Kotor.
But given its beautifully restored 50 rooms, cottages and suites feature hand-rendered stucco, stone and local oak,
keeping with the village’s rustic legacy, with views of the sea or gardens – it’s likely you won’t feel the need to leave
at all. You can also stay at 19th-century Villa Miločer on the mainland, a residence home to six suites, with another
two in a separate building, surrounded by 800 olive trees, ancient pine and cedar forests.
All-day dining is available at Villa Miločer at its dining room and wisteria-draped loggia, but the estate is filled with
intimate eateries with menus that celebrate local culinary heritage. On the main island, have breakfast or an evening
bite in the picturesque piazza. For fine dining, Aman Signature is your best option. If you’re lucky, you may even be
treated to a firework display from one of the neighbouring beaches, popular for private events.
There’s no shortage of paradisal beaches. Nearest is the 170m stretch of pink-pebble Sveti Stefan Beach. Further
along, set beneath Villa Miločer is the 280m King’s Beach. But our favourite is the 130m secluded Queen’s Beach,
exclusive to Aman guests, in a charming lagoon known to be one of the Adriatic’s most stunning spots.
http://www.aman.com