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Normally I don’t write any reviews, not for booking, any other hotel/b&b/etc. visits or any other reviews for that matter. But the visit at Winehouse Oton Reya (which is actually the name of the winemaker) was so special that it would feel wrong not to write a review. We’ve been visiting Slovenia with a group of four people; my best friend, his girlfriend, my fiancé and myself. One of our latest visits was Winehouse Oton Reya, which is located very close to Smartno. Once we arrived we could at first not find anybody at the appartment. A few minutes later we heard voices coming from downstairs. That is where I met Oton. Oton was busy with mashing the grapes, the first step in wine making, after harvesting the grapes of course. During our visit (mid September) it was time to harvest and process the grapes for wine production. Oton showed us his wonderful appartment with two spacious two person beds, one on the first floor and the second on the second floor, accessible via a designer stairs. Besides the nice bedrooms the appartment also has a big open shower, which was the first we’ve seen so far during our trip. After the tour Oton said he would be back for check in in 30 minutes so he could finish processing of the grapes first. Half an hour later we did the check-in and for the remainder of the night we sat outside on the porch with a fantastic view on the vineyards down on the valley. The next morning I’ve asked Oton if it was ok if I could help him with his work on the vineyard. After a short moment of doubt he said sure why not. Oton, myself, his workers and a neighbouring friend (Timon, owner of Vila Eva Olive Oil) jumped on the tractor and drove to the vineyards for harvesting the Rebula grapes. Oton teached me what good and bad (sour/mouldy) grapes look like so I knew how to properly harvest and collect the good grapes.

We loved everything about our stay here. It was the last night of a beautiful trip to Slovenia, and the Kabaj hotel and staff made us want to stay on for another week. The tasting menu we had for dinner was excellent, the surroundings beautiful, the staff kind, the rooms well-lit and comfortable, and there is nothing I could even suggest to be any better. Looking forward to our next stay!

The hotel is exceptionally charming and beautiful, the hosts are great and friendly, the place is quiet and comfortable. It is located in a small, quiet village, within walking distance from other bigger villages, surrounded by vineyards. Great place for those who like to walk and cycle. I will certainly come again.

Great place to stay in a really beautiful village! The hosts were more than accommodating and organised a place to eat for us as well as transportation which was really helpful because we weren’t travelling by car and were travelling before the season. Great breakfast as well!

Beautiful location. Well appointed contemporary accommodation with a lovely swimming pool. Warm welcome from owner with a glass of wine from the estate

Beautiful luminous room looking over the vineyards and the snowcapped mountains. Spacious bathroom, towels available, heating, beautiful balcony.

Everything excellen location,accommodation and host too.Host is the best I ever met.We felt like at home.We will come back again.

What a beautiful and special property! We had a warm welcome and wonderful breakfast. Highly recommend this special stay.

personnel were sooo nice. very friendly and helpful! Nice rooms and very good food!!!

Very nic place to stay And enjoy the holiday. We love this Boutique hotel …

Everything, perfect location, amazing stuff, great wine and breakfast.

Great apartments, best value for money in the region by far.

Awesome breakfast. Great views from the property.

The location and the lovely family (brothers)

Exceptional food, views, very clean