Villa Onsen Guest House

Harmony and seclusion in the Rila mountains with natural mineral water

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10 October — 11 October

Villa Overview

Вила Онсен

Your private mountain sanctuary in the Rila foothills

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The Property

Hidden in the nature of the Rila mountains, just one hour from Sofia and Plovdiv, Villa Onsen offers something truly rare — complete privacy and maximum comfort. The property borders a forest and features a spacious garden with a variety of outdoor activities, a private pool and a mineral jacuzzi with natural spring water. The unique architecture and spacious outdoor areas make the villa equally suited for family vacations, yoga retreats, creative and culinary workshops, corporate offsites and video production. A calm environment for focused work and complete recharge.
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12 adults + 4 children
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5 Independent
Bedrooms
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5 Private bathrooms
Bathrooms
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2,000 m²
Private Grounds
📍Pchelinski Bani, Rila · Private villa rental only
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Weekdays (Sun–Thu)
€550 / night
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Weekend days (Fri–Sat)
€600 / night
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Minimum stay
2 nights
Villa Onsen
Natural pool and mineral jacuzzi
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Natural Water Retreat

Onsen — the Japanese tradition of bathing in natural hot springs — inspires this place. Guests can enjoy two spring-fed water features: a seasonal heated pool in the warmer months and a year-round mineral jacuzzi filled with naturally warm spring water.
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~27°C – ~30°C
Pool · March–October
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~36°C – ~38°C
Mineral Jacuzzi · Year-round

Fed by natural mineral hot springs — Japanese onsen tradition.

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Ground Floor

Common areas + Bedroom 1

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Living Room
Spacious, seats 12+ guests
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Kitchen
Fully equipped
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Veranda
Panoramic views, morning coffee
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Outdoor Kitchen
BBQ & al-fresco dining
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Bedroom 1Ground floor

King size bed (180cm) and pull-out sofa (90cm); private bathroom; yard access. Sleeps 2 adults + 1 child.

🚿 Private bathroomKing size bed (180cm)Pull-out sofa (90cm)Yard access
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Second Floor

4 bedrooms, each with en-suite bathroom

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King size bed (180cm) and pull-out sofa (90cm); private bathroom; private terrace with Rila views. Sleeps 2 adults + 1 child.

🚿 Private bathroomTerrace · Rila viewsKing size bed + pull-out sofa
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4
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King size bed (180cm) and bunk bed (120cm and 90cm); private bathroom; private terrace with Rila views. Sleeps 2 adults + 2 children, or 3 adults.

🚿 Private bathroomTerrace · Rila viewsKing size bed + bunk bed
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King size bed (180cm) and bunk bed (120cm and 90cm); private bathroom; private terrace with Rila views. Sleeps 2 adults + 2 children, or 3 adults.

🚿 Private bathroomTerrace · Rila viewsKing size bed + bunk bed
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4
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King size bed (180cm) and pull-out sofa (120cm); private bathroom. Sleeps 2 adults + 2 small children (up to 7 years).

🚿 Private bathroomKing + sofa bed 120cm
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Outdoor & Kids

Villa Onsen is surrounded by a spacious, secluded and terraced private garden, lush with greenery. The pool area features sun loungers, parasols and natural shade — an ideal spot to unwind on warm days. The generous private parking accommodates all guests’ vehicles with ease. For the youngest guests, a dedicated children’s terrace offers a large trampoline, hammock, football goal and a variety of outdoor games. The grand veranda frames breathtaking views of the Rila peaks, while the outdoor kitchen with gas BBQ and electric grill, alongside a large dining table under open skies, turns every meal into a memorable experience.

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Private Parking
Easily fits 10+ vehicles
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Kids Playground
Trampoline, play area, lawn
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Outdoor Kitchen & BBQ
Fully equipped for outdoor cooking
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2,000 m² Grounds
Manicured lawn, shaded terraces
Villa Onsen outdoor area

Our Offerings

Perfect venue for every occasion

Co-Working in Nature — Private Villa for Remote Teams

Escape the city noise and bring your team to Villa Onsen — a private, fully-connected retreat near Sofia where productivity meets nature. Work together in complete peace and quiet, surrounded by open green spaces and fresh air. High-speed internet (350 Mbps+) covers the entire villa, the yard, the pool area and the summer kitchen. When the session ends, unwind in the natural mineral jacuzzi or take a dip in the private pool. The perfect co-working escape for remote teams, startups and distributed companies.
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Family Getaways — Private Villa with Pool & Kids Playground

Give your family the space to truly breathe. Villa Onsen is a private, peaceful retreat surrounded by wide open green spaces — perfect for families with children. Kids have their own dedicated playground, while the whole family shares the private swimming pool and natural mineral hot spring jacuzzi. No noise, no strangers, no crowds — just your family in a fully private setting near Sofia and Plovdiv.
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Yoga Retreats — Private Outdoor Space with Nature & Open Veranda

Find stillness at Villa Onsen. With a large open veranda, lush green lawns around the pool and complete privacy, Villa Onsen is a natural setting for yoga retreats, breathwork and mindfulness weekends. Groups practice on the grass in the morning, meditate by the water, and restore in the natural mineral jacuzzi. No distractions, no noise — just nature, movement and renewal near Sofia, Bulgaria.

Management Off-Site & Strategy Retreats — Private Villa for Leadership Teams

The best strategic decisions happen away from the office. Villa Onsen offers a unique private environment where leadership teams step back from daily noise, think clearly and make decisions that matter. Combine focused brainstorming with the restorative power of nature, mineral water and fresh air. High-speed internet keeps the team connected, while the private setting — no other guests, no interruptions — keeps focus where it belongs.

Cooking Workshops — Fully Equipped Villa Kitchen for Culinary Events

Villa Onsen features a large, fully equipped kitchen designed for group cooking experiences. Whether you are a professional chef running a masterclass, a team building organizer or a group of food lovers — our kitchen has everything you need. Cook together, share stories over a long table, and enjoy your creations in the open-air summer kitchen or under the stars on the terrace. Pair it with a dip in the mineral jacuzzi.

Thermal Wellness & Natural Mineral Hot Springs — Private Spa Experience

Inspired by the Japanese onsen tradition, Villa Onsen brings the healing power of natural mineral hot spring water to a private Bulgarian villa. Immerse in the outdoor mineral jacuzzi — naturally heated, rich in minerals, restorative for body and mind. Combined with fresh air, a private pool and total seclusion, this is a genuine thermal wellness experience you cannot find in a hotel. A rare private mineral water spa near Sofia.

Private Events & Celebrations — Exclusive Villa for Weddings & Anniversaries

Some moments deserve a place as special as they are. Villa Onsen offers complete exclusivity — when you book, the villa is entirely yours. No other guests, no shared spaces. Host your wedding, milestone birthday, anniversary or family reunion with a pool, mineral jacuzzi, fully equipped kitchen and open green spaces. A truly private event venue near Sofia, Bulgaria — your celebration, on your terms.

Film & Photo Shooting Location — Private Villa with Unique Architecture & Open Spaces

Villa Onsen is a rare find for film directors, advertising producers and content creators looking for a private, fully exclusive shooting location near Sofia. The unique architecture, wide open green spaces, flowering gardens, private pool and mineral jacuzzi create a visually rich backdrop for advertisement shoots, music videos, film scenes and fashion editorials. A large private parking area accommodates cars, vans, buses and full production crew vehicles. The entire property is yours — no background noise, no strangers in the frame, no permits for public spaces.

Ski & Snowboard Getaway — Borovets Slopes by Day, Mineral Jacuzzi by Night

Hit the slopes in the morning and soak in a natural mineral hot spring jacuzzi in the evening. Villa Onsen is perfectly positioned just 30 km from Borovets — one of Bulgaria's best and most beloved ski resorts. Gather your group, book the entire private villa and enjoy the best of both worlds: world-class skiing and snowboarding on the Borovets slopes during the day, and total relaxation in the warm mineral waters back at the villa after the slopes close. Five bedrooms comfortably accommodate the whole group, with a fully equipped kitchen for hearty apres-ski meals. The perfect ski chalet alternative near Borovets — private, warm and with mineral water that your muscles will thank you for.

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🏷️ Fall discount2026-09-24 → 2026-11-30Sun–Thu: 15% offFri–Sat: 15% off

Special Offers

Discounts for longer stays and special holiday packages.

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3 nights → 5% off

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4+ nights → 15% off

Book 4 or more nights and receive 15% off the total price.

Explore the Region

Adventures and discoveries around Villa Onsen

Must-See Landmarks

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Rila Monastery

~60 km · 1 hr

The spiritual heart of Bulgaria and one of the most visited sites in Southeast Europe. Founded in the 10th century by Saint Ivan Rilski, the monastery sits at 1,147 m altitude deep in the Rila Mountains. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1983 — its striking frescoed walls and centuries-old tower are unlike anything else in Bulgaria.

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The Seven Rila Lakes

~45 km · 50 min

Seven glacial lakes arranged like a necklace across the slopes of Rila Mountain between 2,100 and 2,500 metres. On a clear day the reflections of the sky and peaks in their crystal waters create a scene of impossible beauty. Take the gondola from Panichishte and follow the easy trail up. One of the most iconic natural wonders in the entire Balkan Peninsula.

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Tsarska Bistritsa Palace

~30 km · 35 min

A hidden royal treasure in the pine forests just above Borovets. Built between 1898 and 1914 as the personal hunting lodge of Tsar Ferdinand I and his son Tsar Boris III. Stroll through beautifully kept grounds, admire cascading waterfalls and historic buildings. Still owned by the Bulgarian royal family today.

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Borovets Ski Resort

~30 km · 30 min

Bulgaria's oldest mountain resort, established in 1896 at 1,350 m on the northern slopes of Rila. With 58 km of marked ski runs and lifts reaching 2,560 m, Borovets delivers world-class skiing at a fraction of Alpine prices. In summer it transforms into a paradise for hikers and mountain bikers, and is the starting point for the ascent of Musala Peak.

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Musala Peak — Roof of the Balkans

~35 km · 40 min

At 2,925 metres, Musala is the highest peak in Bulgaria and the entire Balkan Peninsula. On a clear day the views stretch across half of Bulgaria. Take the gondola from Borovets to cut 600 metres of elevation, then follow the well-marked trail to the summit — approximately 3 hours from the gondola. Standing on top is an experience that stays with you.

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Tzari Mali Grad — The Little King's City

~20 km · 20 min

One of Bulgaria's best-kept secrets — a medieval fortress complex on Sveti Spas hill in Belchin village. Tzari Mali Grad, meaning "The Little King's City," is an archaeological complex with roots stretching back to ancient Thrace and Rome. Walk the ruins, take in sweeping mountain views and feel the weight of centuries underfoot.

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Iskar Dam

~25 km · 25 min

The largest dam in Bulgaria sits high in the Rila Mountains, offering a completely different kind of natural beauty — wide open water framed by forested slopes, fresh mountain air and total tranquility. Perfect for fishing, lakeside walks and picnics. The route from Pchelin passes through some of the most beautiful mountain scenery in the region.

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Samokov — Town of Artists

~15 km · 15 min

The closest town to Villa Onsen and a wonderful place for a morning or afternoon. Home to the famous Samokov School of Art, which produced some of Bulgaria's greatest icon painters. Visit the Beliova Church (14th century), the History Museum and the restored medieval iron forge. Finish with traditional Bulgarian food at a local mehana.

Local Hidden Gems

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Kostenets Waterfall

~20 km · 20 min

A protected natural landmark since 1974 — nearly 10 metres tall on the Chavcha River, most spectacular in spring and frozen in winter. Ivan Vazov spent the summer of 1917 here and dedicated two poems to it. From the free parking area it is less than 5 minutes on foot. Suitable for all ages including small children.

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Skalovitets Waterfall

~25 km · 25 min + 30 min hike

A well-kept secret even among Bulgarians — dropping approximately 20 metres through a rocky gorge in Eastern Rila. Start from mountain hut Gurgulitsa, follow the red trail through shaded forest for about 30 minutes. Benches along the way to rest. A raw, wild beauty that makes you feel like you genuinely discovered something.

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Golashka Cave

~20 km · 20 min

An officially protected natural landmark — 102 metres of ancient limestone passages at 675 m altitude, believed to be a former Roman-era iron mine. Home to six protected bat species and one of the largest bat colonies in the region. First mapped in 1924. A genuinely unique off-the-beaten-path experience that most tourists never discover.

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Belmeken Dam

~45 km · 1 hr

The highest embankment dam on the entire Balkan Peninsula — at 1,923 metres above sea level in the heart of Rila. The drive up alone is an adventure through mountain forest. At the top, a vast blue reservoir surrounded by Rila peaks creates raw alpine grandeur. Fishing permitted. The Skalovitets Waterfall is just 8 km away — perfect pairing for a full day trip.

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Ostrich Farm "Shtrausovo Zabavlenie"

~5 km · 5 min

Right on the road between Pchelin and Dolna Banya — literally minutes from Villa Onsen. Home to African black ostriches, Australian emus and South American nandus, all trained to interact with visitors. Feed them, photograph them — and witness the spectacular "Love Dance" of the male ostrich. Restaurant with ostrich specialities and cosmetics shop.

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Peti Kanal Reservoirs

~10 km · 10 min

A cluster of small fishing reservoirs tucked in the hills near Pchelin — one of the most relaxing and unhurried spots in the region. A favourite among locals for freshwater fishing, lakeside walks and quiet afternoons. Bring a fishing rod and a picnic blanket. A hidden local treasure that no tourist guidebook covers.

Stories

Life at Villa Onsen — news, events and moments we want to share

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Autumn Special

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Villa Onsen is now welcoming guests! 🌲✨

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Village of Pchelin — 70km from Sofia, 30km from Borovets

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Вила Онсен
Пчелински минерални бани, 2048, България
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+359 884 765 482
Daily 9:00–21:00
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70km from Sofia · 30km from Borovets · 9km from Kostenets

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50 km · 35 minA1 motorway → Mirovo exit
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19 km · 25 minLocal road → Villa Onsen
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65.8 km total55 min drive
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Destinations Map

Kostenets Waterfall12.0 km · 19 min
Trajan's Gate10.0 km · 13 min
Ostrich Farm21.5 km · 28 min
Dolna Banya Airfield11.2 km · 17 min
Borovets Resort31.7 km · 41 min
Seven Rila Lakes80.7 km · 1h 36min
Rila Monastery128 km · 2h 13min

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