Romantic Stay for Two at Shell House in Gaytaninovo

A romantic stay for two at Shell House in Gaytaninovo gives you two nights in a woodland hideaway with an extraordinary shape and a character all its own. This is more than somewhere to sleep: the house invites you into a story shared with someone special, with the living forest as its backdrop.

A woodland walk to a house shaped like a shell

The adventure begins before you reach the door. A winding trail leads between the trees, across little bridges over lively, rushing streams and past striking rock formations. Scattered through the woodland, the rocks look as though a giant from a fairy tale might have left them behind.

Then Shell House comes into view, as if a shape from the sea has somehow found its way into the forest. Its unusual appearance is part of the experience: rather than a conventional room, you arrive somewhere that sparks curiosity and imagination.

Space, natural materials and comfort for two

Spacious and artistic, the house is built with clay, stone and wood. These natural materials create a warm, welcoming atmosphere and connect the interior with the woodland outside. Creative touches and an appreciation for organic forms run through the details, while modern comforts remain part of your stay.

• A spacious king-size bed.
• Wi-Fi and a television.
• Toiletries and towels.

What your stay includes

• Two nights for two people at Shell House, on weekdays or over a weekend according to your chosen package.
• Breakfasts.
• Use of the outdoor swimming pool during its operating season.
• Table tennis and a volleyball court.

The stay is arranged for you and your companion, rather than as part of an organised group. The stated minimum age for the experience is 18.

Seasonal periods and advance reservations

You need to book in advance, at least 48 hours before your planned arrival. The two-night packages distinguish between weekday and weekend stays and are labelled with periods running from 1 August to 31 March and from 1 April to 22 December.

The host also provides the following arrival schedule:

• From 1 October to 30 June: two-night weekday stays with arrival from Sunday to Wednesday.
• From 1 October to 30 June: weekend stays with arrival on Friday.
• From 1 July to 30 September: arrivals on any day of the week.

Public holidays and the period from 18 December to 3 January are excluded. The package labels and arrival schedule use different seasonal date ranges, so confirm the applicable package and your specific dates with the host when arranging your stay.

Check-in, additional charges and cancellation

Check-in is between 3 pm and 6 pm, and check-out is by 11 am.

• For use of the fireplace or barbecue, the host lists a cartload of firewood at €30 per day, payable on site.
• The pet fee is €15, payable on site. Pets are not allowed inside the restaurant.
• A cot carries an additional charge of €15 per night.
• An extra folding bed carries a stated additional charge of €50.

The provider's stated cancellation policy allows free cancellation up to 336 hours, or 14 days, before the booked start. This condition concerns cancellation of the stay with the provider; it does not, by itself, establish a general refund policy for an Adventico voucher.

Important information about the lakes at Omaya

On 3 July 2026, an unusual natural event occurred at Omaya. An opening approximately four metres across formed in one of its two lakes. Water gradually drained through it, leaving that lake empty.

During the first few hours, the team's priority was to rescue the fish. More than 150 large fish, each over a metre long, were moved into the other lake. These included carp, catfish, silver carp, grass carp and pike, which continue to live in Omaya's waters.

The hosts report that they are awaiting the results of geological investigations. These are intended to establish what happened and help identify a safe, lasting way to reinforce and permanently seal the opening. Before taking action, the team wants sufficient information and confidence that the chosen solution will prevent the opening from forming again and protect guests' safety.

Meanwhile, new places for fishing and relaxing are being created around the second lake. This is where you can still spend time beside the water, enjoy the quiet and take in Omaya's distinctive wild landscape.

A close relationship with nature remains central to the place, even when natural processes change a familiar view. The hosts' approach is to meet those changes with respect and responsible care for the land, its wildlife and everyone who visits. Omaya continues to evolve while maintaining that connection with the natural world.

Give time together with an Adventico voucher

Choose an Adventico voucher for a romantic stay at Shell House in the village of Gaytaninovo, Blagoevgrad Province. Your gift offers two nights in the forest, with breakfasts and the included facilities. The actual stay requires an advance reservation and confirmation of dates; buying the voucher does not automatically confirm a booking.