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Plav: Household Čakorski konaci

jovann — Thu, 07 May 2026 08:48:38 +0000

You can visit the household from June 1st to October 1st.

Accommodation

Room 1: 6 beds
Room 2: 3 beds
Room 3: 3 beds
Room 4: 3 beds
Total: 15 beds
Bathroom: Two shared bathrooms

Food

At Čakorski Konaci, guests can enjoy homemade, traditional cuisine prepared from fresh and local ingredients characteristic of this mountain region. Food is prepared in a traditional way, featuring specialties from Northern Montenegro, homemade dairy products, pies, dishes “under the sač” (bell-shaped lid), and seasonal products from surrounding farms. The guesthouse does not have a standard menu; instead, meals are prepared by arrangement to ensure each guest has an authentic and home-like experience. If vegetarian or vegan options are needed, please mention this during booking so that the offer can be adapted to your preferences.

Rural Activities

During the period from June to October, guests at Čakorski Konaci can participate in numerous traditional activities typical of mountain life. This includes milking cows, making homemade cheese and “kajmak,” mowing meadows, picking blueberries, medicinal herbs, and mushrooms, as well as preparing homemade food and winter preserves. Staying at Čakor provides an authentic experience of rural life, along with hiking, walking, and enjoying untouched nature.

Other Services

Guest transfers: YES
Product tasting: YES
Culinary classes – participation in meal preparation: YES
Camping: YES
Horseback riding: NO
Excursion organization: YES
Equipment for children: YES

Special Conditions

Internet: YES
TV: YES
Bed linen and towels: YES
Pets allowed: YES
Washing machine available to guests: NO
Foreign languages spoken in the household: ENGLISH

The Jokić family, owners of Čakorski Konaci, have been building a recognizable destination and a place for rest in the untouched nature of Čakor through years of hard work and effort. As a harmonious and industrious family, they successfully balance family obligations and business, and are particularly proud of their four children, three of whom are currently studying. They are known as very hardworking, responsible, and dedicated people who take special care of every guest, striving to make everyone feel comfortable and welcome. Through much sacrifice and work, they have managed to develop a family business that today attracts numerous guests seeking peace, traditional cuisine, and a warm, hospitable welcome.

The Jokić family is dedicated to preserving the spirit of tradition, hospitable values, and a natural way of food production. In their orchards and gardens, they grow high-quality fruits and vegetables, which are used to make homemade juices, jams, and other products prepared in the traditional way. Additionally, they are involved in livestock farming, thus nurturing the traditional way of working and living in the countryside. Along with wine and honey production, their work represents a blend of nature, family tradition, and the authentic flavors of homemade food.

Čakorski Konaci are located on the Čakor Pass, in a peaceful mountain environment ideal for nature retreats. Nearby are natural attractions and cultural-historical sights of Plav, as well as Lake Plav, which is suitable for day trips. Guests have access to hiking and biking trails, easy walks through the mountain landscapes of Čakor, and numerous opportunities for an active holiday and enjoyment in untouched nature.

WELCOME TO ČAKORSKI KONACI

Traditional Katun Household on Čakor

ABOUT ČAKORSKI KONACI

Welcome to Čakorski konaci — a traditional katun household located in the high mountain area of Čakor, surrounded by untouched nature, mountain pastures, forests, and traditional transhumant landscapes.

Čakorski konaci is not only a tourism household. It is an active farming family that continues the centuries-old tradition of seasonal movement with livestock to mountain katuns during summer months.

The family lives in Berane during winter, and every summer moves to Čakor together with their animals, continuing the traditional practice of transhumance.

This practice was officially recognized in December 2025 as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Montenegro.

The household has also been awarded by the Ministry of Tourism for the quality of its tourism offer.

Today, Čakorski konaci combines:

traditional mountain life
agriculture and livestock breeding
local gastronomy
rural tourism
preservation of katun culture and traditions

The household is run by the whole family. Marija is the key person responsible for hospitality, food preparation, guest care, and farming activities, while all family members have their roles to play.

A LIVING KATUN TRADITION

Čakorski konaci is part of a living transhumant tradition that still survives in the mountains of Montenegro.

The family moves cattle to mountain pastures every summer and continues producing:

cheese
dairy products
vegetables
fruit and preserves

The household owns:

10 cows
6 pigs
around 40 chickens

They produce (in the village and in katun):

potatoes
corn
peppers
onions
carrots
green beans
beans
plums
apples
pears
quinces
walnuts
cherries

Most of the food served to guests comes directly from the family’s own production.

LOCAL FOOD & TRADITIONAL CUISINE

Food at Čakorski konaci reflects authentic mountain gastronomy.

Meals are prepared according to traditional recipes and seasonal availability of products.

The family produces almost everything they need themselves and buys only products that cannot be produced locally. Additional products are occasionally sourced from neighboring households and local producers.

Guests are served:

homemade dairy products
traditional mountain dishes
vegetables from the garden
homemade juices and preserves
local meat products
traditional breakfasts and dinners

The household does not use standardized restaurant menus. Instead, meals are based on:

seasonal production
homemade ingredients
traditional hospitality

Guests with:

allergies
intolerances
special dietary needs

are kindly invited to inform the family in advance.

The family completed training related to preparation of food for guests with special dietary requirements.

A PLACE CONNECTED WITH NATURE

Čakor is a remote and preserved mountain area characterized by:

forests
mountain pastures
wild berries
medicinal herbs
traditional katun landscapes

Nature is deeply integrated into daily life and tourism activities.

The family:

hand-picks blueberries and wild berries
collects mushrooms and medicinal herbs responsibly
avoids collection of protected species
does not participate in hunting activities

Mico, the owner, works as a forestry ranger responsible for preventing illegal hunting activities in the Čakor area.

Guests are encouraged to:

hike
explore mountain trails
experience authentic katun life
enjoy peaceful natural surroundings

SUSTAINABILITY AT ČAKORSKI KONACI

Sustainability is part of the family’s everyday life and traditional way of living.

The household continuously works on:

preserving katun traditions
reducing environmental impact
protecting mountain nature
supporting local community life
maintaining traditional agriculture and landscapes

ENERGY & CLIMATE

Čakorski konaci operates almost entirely off-grid.

The household:

uses solar energy systems
uses solar water heating
uses LED lighting throughout the property
carefully manages electricity consumption
minimizes use of generators

More than 75% of electricity comes from solar energy.

Traditional wooden huts naturally regulate temperature during summer months, reducing the need for additional cooling systems.

The family also developed underground cheese storage to adapt traditional production to warmer summer temperatures caused by climate change.

Guests are kindly invited to:

switch off lights when not needed
use electricity responsibly
help preserve limited energy resources
Avoid using gair dryers are they quickly consume a lot of energy, which is limited.

WATER PROTECTION

The household uses its own abundant well water and carefully manages water resources.

Important sustainability measures include:

installation of bio-septic wastewater treatment system
dual-flush toilets for reduced water consumption
responsible towel and linen replacement policy
limited unnecessary room cleaning
The household also uses environmentally friendly Frosch cleaning products.

Guests are informed that:

towels and bed linen are changed upon request
room cleaning is organized only when necessary

These measures significantly reduce unnecessary water consumption and environmental impact.

WASTE REDUCTION

Very little waste is generated at Čakorski konaci.

The household:

avoids disposable tableware and packaging
uses reusable glass, metal, and ceramic materials
reuses jars and bottles for preserves, juices, and rakija
uses cheese containers repeatedly
promotes tap water instead of bottled water
minimizes food waste through careful planning

Any leftover food is:

shared with neighbors
reused within the household
eventually given to domestic animals

Guests are provided with reusable glass bottles for water.

The family also introduced alternative reusable packaging solutions for takeaway food and sandwiches.

CULTURE & HERITAGE

Culture and transhumance heritage are among the strongest elements of Čakorski konaci.

The household actively participated in katun protection activities organized by local organisation and contributes to preservation of:

katun traditions
mountain architecture
traditional gastronomy
seasonal pastoral life

The huts are decorated in traditional mountain style, while meals and hospitality reflect authentic local customs.

The household also provides publications and educational materials related to katun heritage and mountain culture for guests.

COMMUNITY & LOCAL LIFE

The family actively participates in community life and local environmental activities.

Every spring, before moving cattle to Čakor, the family organizes clean-up activities because they want to preserve the landscape and protect animals from waste left in nature.

Family members also participate in:

local reforestation activities
road maintenance
maintenance of local graveyards
community environmental actions

The household collaborates with local women entrepreneurs by selling homemade jams and preserves as souvenirs.

GUIDELINES FOR GUESTS

We kindly invite you to help us preserve the spirit of Čakorski konaci and its mountain surroundings.

ENERGY

Please:

switch off lights when not needed
avoid unnecessary charging of devices
use warm water responsibly

The household operates off-grid and relies mainly on solar energy.

Energy resources are limited and should be used carefully.

WATER

Water is precious in mountain environments.

Please:

avoid unnecessary water use
reuse towels whenever possible
request room cleaning only when necessary

The household carefully manages water resources to protect surrounding nature.

WASTE

Please help us minimize waste:

avoid unnecessary plastic
use designated waste bins
do not litter in nature

Reusable packaging and materials are preferred whenever possible.

NATURE

You are staying in a preserved mountain ecosystem.

Please:

respect plants and wildlife
do not collect protected plants
avoid disturbing animals
stay on marked paths
do not light fires in nature without permission

Nature is the foundation of life on the katun.

ANIMALS & FARM

Čakorski konaci is an active farming household.

Please:

do not feed animals without consulting the hosts
avoid disturbing livestock
keep respectful distance where needed

If you would like interaction with animals or farm activities, the family will gladly guide you.

PEACE & QUIET

Čakor is a place for:

relaxation
silence
mountain nature
authentic rural life

Please:

respect quiet evening hours
avoid excessive noise

The sounds of animals, wind, forests, and mountain life are part of the experience.

HIKING & OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Guests are welcome to:

hike
explore mountain trails
enjoy cycling and nature activities

Please:

wear suitable clothing and footwear
bring water during hikes
ask the hosts for route recommendations and safety advice

Mountain weather can change quickly.

FOOD & DIETARY NEEDS

Please inform us in advance about:

allergies
intolerances
dietary preferences

The family will gladly adapt meals whenever possible.

RESPECT FOR THE HOUSEHOLD

You are visiting a family home and active katun household created with work, tradition, and dedication.

Please:

treat the property respectfully
respect the hosts and other guests
ask if you need any assistance

We want you to feel at home.

THANK YOU

By staying at Čakorski konaci you support:

preservation of transhumance traditions
protection of mountain landscapes
local farming families
sustainable tourism in Montenegro
preservation of intangible cultural heritage

Thank you for being part of this story.

Welcome to Čakorski konaci.

Contact

Mountain Čakor, Plav

+38268827843

jokicmarija138@gmail.com

Location

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Plav: Household Jokić

Plav: Household Čakorski konaci

Plav: Household Vitezovi konaci

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Plav: Household Feratović

Moderator — Tue, 15 Dec 2020 07:07:57 +0000

The season begins from April 1, and goes on until it begins to snow.

Lodging

Room 1: 4
Room 2: 3
Room 3: 3
Total: 10
Bathroom: separate bathroom for each cabin.

Food

Food is prepared as agreed with our guests. The thing you should keep in mind is that we only offer homemade dishes.

Rural activities

April: clearing the farm and fruit pruning
May: fruit and vegetable planting
June: hoeing and cultivating orchard, recreational walks
July: Picking raspberries and strawberries (every day)
August: collecting mushrooms, mowing and cultivating the orchard and the farm
September: harvesting vegetable crops
October: picking fruit

Other services

Transfers: YES
Tasting of products: YES
Culinary classes – participation in preparation of meals: YES
Horse riding: NO
Camping: YES
Organization of field trips: YES
Boat rides: YES
Children props: YES

Special conditions

Internet: YES
TV: NO
Bed sheets and towels: YES
Pets allowed: YES
Washing machine: NO
Foreign languages in use in household: YES (ENGLISH, ALBANIAN)

Feratović family lives in the village called Budovice, in Plav municipality. The family of ŠefkijaFeratović is made of 11 members. Šefkija and his wife Selvija have three sons. The oldest one lives in Norway with his family and the younger two have stayed in Plav, they work with their parents and they manage the farm.

Feratović family is mainly into fruit growing. There are 40 apple sorts growing on their farm, more than 15 sorts of pears, and some 20 trees of older, indigenous sorts of apples and pears. We have also got a large number of berry fruit, strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, chokeberry, and so on.

We have built three log cabins on the farm, each of them equipped with bathrooms and balconies offering a stunning view to Plav Lake. There’s also a large wooden garden cabin, shadirvan, where you can taste our products, such as juices, jams, preserves…

Feratović family household is situated at the very border of the National Park Prokletije, and it’s only 7.5 kilometers away from the town center. Some 500 or 600 meters away from the household, you’ll come upon a trail called Peaks of Balkans, a mountain trail 192 km long, passing through three countries, Montenegro, Albania and Kosovo (8 to 10 days is needed to go through this trail), and a hiking trail that leads to the Memina Mountain.

Also, when visiting the town, visitors can go to the Redžepagića Tower, Plav Lake and so on. For visitors who are into religious tourism, Plav can offer many interesting destinations, such as: The Monastery of Holy Trinity in Brezovica, which is one of the oldest objects in Montenegro, then the Old Mosque in Plav, Sultania Mosque, and others.

There are fly fishing zones and the lake available for fishing fans, then some recreational boat rides across the lake, and so on.

Household Feratovic Budevice EN

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Budevice, Plav

+38269817488

grandfathers.place@gmail.com

Location

OTHER HOUSEHOLDS ON THE TERRITORY OF PLAV MUNICIPALITY

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Plav: Samel`s Cottage

Plav: Household Vitezovi konaci

Plav: Botanical Garden Velemun

Plav: Household Savic

Plav: Household Jokić

Plav: Household Feratović

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Gusinje: Household Bojović

jovann — Sun, 18 Oct 2020 17:35:35 +0000

The household receives guests from May 1 to October 30.

Lodging

Room 1: 3 beds
Room 2: 3 beds
Rooms 3: 3 beds
Total: 9 beds

Meals

Bojović family house welcomes their guests with homemade food exclusively, made from the ingredients grown in their garden. There is no menu, the guest decides if he/she wants vegetarian food or not.

Rural Activities

May: milking cows, hoeing the garden and fruit pruning
June: milking cows, mowing, raspberry picking

Other Services

Transfers: Yes
Tasting of products: Yes
Culinary classes – participation in preparation of meals: No
Horse riding: No
Camping: Yes
Organization of field trips: Yes
Children props: Yes

Special Conditions

Internet: Yes
TV: Yes
Bed sheets and towels: Yes
Pets allowed: Yes
Washing machine: No
Foreign languages in use in household: Yes

Bojović family lives in the village called Grnčar, close to the river of the same name, they are into agriculture and production of various homemade juices.

The family produces carrots, potato, cabbage, beetroot, they own a raspberry field and they grow different fruit, too. They also have a garden, situated next to the house where they welcome their guests and provide them with an opportunity to pick the necessary ingredients from it and make their meals themselves.

The village where Bojović family lives is close to the Albania border. Right next to the border, one of the most stunning canyons is situated, still unexplored. Also, a mountain called Lipovica is close by. The road leading to their mountain is a real attraction for all the guests coming from abroad. The view from the peak of the mountain is something that cannot be described in words. The village Grnčar is 10 km away from the National park Prokletije.

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Grnčar, Gusinje

+38269833939

nemanjabojovic26@gmail.com

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OTHER HOUSEHOLDS ON THE TERRITORY OF GUSINJE MUNICIPALITY

Gusinje: Household Bojović

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Plav: Botanical Garden Velemun

jovann — Sun, 21 Jul 2019 09:45:43 +0000

From the beginning of April till the end of October.

Lodging

A bungalow with one bedroom with four beds.
A living room for leisure time.
A bathroom with a shower.
A balcony overlooking the garden and the mountain.

Meals

Product tasting without making the meals.

Rural Activities

Botanical garden.

Other Services

Transfers: Yes
Tasting of products: Yes
Culinary classes – participation in preparation of meals: No
Horse riding: Yes
Camping: Yes
Organization of field trips: Yes

Special Conditions

Internet: Yes
TV: No
Bed sheets and towels: Yes
Pets allowed: Yes
Washing machine: No
Foreign languages in use in household: English, Italian

Praščević family lives in the village Brezojevice, near Plav. The family is made of the host Milutin – Mićo, his wife Radmila and their daughters. Milutin and Radmila are teachers, but they have still found some free time to create a botanical garden “Velemun”, which houses a large number of species. Milutin is also a passionate ex-football player, a mountaineer and a guide.

The family owns an object – a bungalow, intended for the tourists’ accommodation. The object is placed close to their botanical garden, a location convenient for mountaineers, bikers, botanists and other nature lovers.

They grow vegetables, for the needs of the family only. They have also got an orchard and they produce juices, jams, brandies, liqueurs and preserves, which you can try and buy in this household.

Praščević household is situated at the foot of the mountain Visitor, only a hundred kilometers away from the road connecting Berane and Plav. It is very close to the national park “Prokletije” and some beautiful mountain ranges and mountain trails.

Botanical garden “Velemun” is listed among five cultural properties of Plav. Besides the garden, Plav houses a lot of cultural monuments worth visiting.

The household Praščević is also a starting point of some biking and mountain trails.

The Lim River is situated a two minutes’ walk from the household, and so, fly fishing lovers can enjoy their favorite sport there.

And finally, Plav Lake is 1.5 kilometers away from the household, as well as the small town Plav.

Photo: Jovan Nikolic

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Brezojevice, Plav

+38269470022 +38268816304

velemunhouse@hotmail.com

Location

OTHER HOUSEHOLDS ON THE TERRITORY OF PLAV MUNICIPALITY

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Plav: Botanical Garden Velemun

Plav: Samel`s Cottage

Plav: Household Savic

Plav: Household Feratović

Plav: Household Čakorski konaci

Plav: Household Jokić

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Plav: Samel`s Cottage

jovann — Fri, 19 Jul 2019 08:27:13 +0000

Samelova koliba is open from June 1 to October 10.

Lodging

Cottage, first floor: 5 beds
Cottage, second floor: 5 beds
Bungalow 1: 2 beds
Bungalow 2: 2 beds
Bungalow 3: 4 beds
Bungalow 4: 6 beds
Total: 24 beds
Bathroom: 2 bathrooms for all the guests, one for ladies and one for men

Meals

The Redžematović household offers authentic traditional dishes characteristic of the Prokletije mountain region and katun lifestyle, including homemade food prepared from local ingredients and products from their own agricultural production.

Meals are prepared following traditional recipes and seasonal availability of ingredients. At the same time, the household makes efforts to accommodate guests with special dietary requirements, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal, and allergy-sensitive diets.

Rural Activities

June: milking cows, production of homemade cheese
July: milking cows, production of homemade cheese, collecting blueberries and mushrooms
August: milking cows, production of homemade cheese, collecting blueberries and mushrooms

Other Services

Special Conditions

Internet: No
TV: No
Bed sheets and towels: Yes
Pets allowed: Yes
Washing machine: No
Foreign languages in use in household: English

Redžematović family is made of three generations. During the winter they live in Plav and when the summer comes they go up to Bajrovića Katun, situated at a highly attractive location, on the road to the Hridsko Lake. The guests will be warmly welcomed by Ramo and Ermina with all of their three children – Alen, Alma and Samel. This family will provide you with an unforgettable stay in Samelova Koliba. A beautiful place, affordable prices, kind owners and pleasant vibe. Warm recommendations.

They are into hospitality business, using the system: staying over + breakfast, lunch, dinner. Comfortable accommodation and tasty traditional food prepared from the products grown in the garden. They also offer dairy products made on their farm. Beside husbandry and gardening, they are also into raspberry growing, a so the guests can visit their raspberry field, pick and try the fresh fruit of high quality.

Samelova Koliba is situated some 15 kilometers away from Plav, inside the Prokletije National Park. It is set on the altitude of 1,750 meters and it is only an hour of walk away from the Hridsko Lake, and as such, it is a great starting point for your visit there. Various mountain peaks, such as Hridski Krš, can be seen in the vicinity of the farm.

Natural attraction located nearby are: Hridsko Lake, Kridski Krš and Plav Lake.

Due to the altitude of the Samelova Koliba, it is the right place for mountaineering, mountain hiking, off road driving and ideal place for people who enjoy in the pristine nature.

Contact

Bajrovića katun, Plav

+38269584730 +38269988129

samelovakolibahrid@gmail.com

Location

This household is the recipient of a Wild Beauty Award for 2019, in the category – Rural Tourism. This award is given by the National Tourism Organization of Montenegro, and the ceremony is organized under the patronage of the President of Montenegro.