Kristina is the general manager of the forest retreat Mala Vila, and she will look after you during your stay at Mala Vila. We have 4 houses mirroring the forest that surrounds them, inclusive of hot tub, jacuzzi, yoga platform, pavilion, barbecue, and outdoor firepit for our guests' use.

We welcome you to experience the magic of the forest. Come and enjoy slower pace of life while caring for self and the environment. Wellbeing and nature form the basis upon which the entire retreat is designed and shaped. Organic form, preservation of existing land and traditions, appreciation of local village environment, and love for nature is found at the forest retreat that awaits you. Located in a small village Stari Glog in Zagreb county in Croatia, Mala Vila is home to a variety of birds, insects and small animals, as well as compact mirrored houses that gracefully reflect their surroundings. Each house represents an element – Aria (air), Ignis (fire), Terra (earth), and Aqua (water). They are placed in an organic form, covering a small portion of the total built-up area, leaving the forest and its ecosystem to thrive around them. Each Mala Vila house can accommodate up to 2 persons, and contains all the modern amenities for your comfort. Mala Vila guests can relax as well as get invigorated by village walks, mushroom foraging, cycling, bonfire evenings, reading, and wellness.

Welcome to Stari Glog, a small village enveloped by forests, with a population of around 100. Farming is one of the main activities of the village, and an occasional tractor passes though meandering roads. The capital of Croatia, Zagreb, is 30 minutes away, while some of the gorgeous UNESCO world heritage sites like Plitvice Lakes, Papuk National Park, and Paklenica National Park are 2-3 hours away by car.