Before you come
Where exactly is Wooden Village Resort?
We are at Zeta Ponari bb, 81304 Ponari, on the northern shore of Skadar Lake in Montenegro. It is 9 km from Podgorica Airport, about 18 km from the centre of Podgorica and roughly 2 km from the Zabljak Crnojevica fortress.
How do I get there from the airport?
Podgorica Airport is 9 km away, which is about 15 to 20 minutes by car. Rent a car if you want to explore the lake, or tell us your arrival time and we will help you arrange a transfer.
Do I need a car?
Not for the resort itself, because the restaurant, the pool, the boats and the walking routes are all on site. A car is useful if you want to drive around the lake to Rijeka Crnojevica, Virpazar or Podgorica.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 12:00 to 23:30, check-out is between 07:00 and 11:00. Message us in advance if your flight falls outside those hours.
How much is breakfast?
7 euros per person. It is not included in the cabin price, it is added on request, so tell us the day before if you want it. Continental, with local specialities, fresh pastries and pancakes, and vegetarian, vegan, halal or gluten free if you say so when you order.
Do you cook vegetarian and vegan?
Both, and gladly, but we need to know in advance. Tell us when you book, or at the latest the day before, and a full vegetarian or vegan breakfast and dinner will be waiting. The same goes for gluten free, lactose free, halal and any allergy. The booking form has a field for it. Without notice we can only put together whatever the kitchen happens to have.
Can we eat at the restaurant without staying?
Yes. The restaurant is open to visitors as well as house guests. We serve two meals a day, breakfast and dinner, and there is no lunch service. Drinks are served through the day. For dinner on the terrace it is worth messaging ahead, especially in high season, and tell us then if anyone eats vegetarian or vegan.
Is there a swimming pool?
Yes, there is a seasonal outdoor pool in the garden with sun loungers. You can also swim in the lake straight from the shore.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, and at no extra charge. Pets are allowed on request, so tell us when you book and we will put you in a suitable cabin.
Is the resort good for children?
Yes. There is a playground, table tennis, a pool, a big garden and a family cabin with two separate sleeping areas. The restaurant is family-friendly.
Do you have Wi-Fi?
There is free Wi-Fi in the restaurant and the public areas. Coverage in the cabins varies, and honestly, most guests find that is not the worst thing about being here.
When do the motocross tours run?
From November to April. Winter is the right season here: the ground is firm, the air is cool and the trails above the lake are at their best. Tours are for riders with experience and can be arranged as day trips or over several days.
What is nearby, and how far?
Zabljak Crnojevica fortress is 2 km away, Rijeka Crnojevica with its stone bridge 17 km, Virpazar 35 km. Podgorica is 18 to 19 km: the Clock Tower, the Ribnica and Millennium bridges, the Natural History Museum and Njegos Park. The nearest railway station is Moraca at 7 km, Zeta is 12 km. There is no shop or restaurant within walking distance, which is rather the point of the place, so plan on eating with us or taking the car.
Is there an airport shuttle?
Yes, we can pick you up from Podgorica Airport, 9 km away. It is a paid transfer, so tell us your flight number and landing time when you book and we will confirm the price. Tivat Airport is 84 km away, roughly an hour and a half by car.
Does every cabin have its own bathroom?
Yes, every cabin has a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Each cabin is about 26 square metres, on the ground floor, with air conditioning, a fridge, a kettle, mosquito nets and its own terrace or balcony.
Is there a spa or wellness area?
No. There is a seasonal outdoor pool, the lake, a hanging chair under the trees and a lot of quiet. No sauna, no treatments, no gym.
What are the rules about children and extra beds?
Children of any age are welcome. From the age of six they count as adults for the price. A cot for children up to three is free on request, subject to availability. We do not have extra beds, so for larger families the answer is usually a second cabin next door.
Is there a quiet time at night?
Yes, between 22:00 and 08:00. It is less a strict house rule than the reason most people come: after ten at night the loudest thing here is the water. Celebrations booked with us are the exception, and then the whole resort is yours anyway.
How do we book and pay?
Use the booking form on this site: pick your dates, your cabin, what you would like to eat and anything you want to do. You will see the price straight away and send us the request in one go. We confirm it personally, usually within a few hours, and then send our bank details for the 30% deposit. Everything else is settled at the property in cash: the rest of the room rate, meals, drinks and any tours. There is no card machine and no cash machine nearby, so bring euros with you.