Sušac is an island of dramatic contrasts, appearing from a distance as two separate landmasses due to its two large hills. Located 13 nautical miles west of Lastovo, it is one of the most exotic Robinson Crusoe-style destinations in the Adriatic. The 19th-century lighthouse sits at the island’s highest point on the sheer southern cliffs, providing a vantage point so high that the Italian and Croatian coasts can sometimes be seen simultaneously. It is a sovereign world of limestone, endemic birds, and absolute maritime silence.
Accommodations & Design The lighthouse building is a sturdy, ground-floor stone structure built in 1878. The two apartments are simply furnished to suit the rugged lifestyle of the island. Following the 2026 standards for offshore lighthouses, they are powered by solar panels and wind generators, meaning high-power appliances like hair dryers are prohibited. Apartment A2 is the more spacious option, featuring a separate dining room. Both units offer staggering views of the open sea and the sheer cliffs that plunge 100 meters into the abyss.
Amenities & Inclusions Facilities on Sušac are primitive, tailored for those seeking a deep disconnect.
Gastronomy: Guests must be entirely self-sufficient. However, the lighthouse keepers are often happy to provide fresh fish or arrange for lamb from the resident shepherd, who maintains a small flock on the island’s unique grazing lands.
Marine Exploration: The northern side features the Te Vega sea lake—a hidden pool in the cliffs that can only be reached by diving through a 15-meter-deep cave siphon.
Beaches: While the lighthouse sits on cliffs, the eastern side of the island offers shallow, secluded bays and pebble beaches like Portić Cove, reached via a 30-to-50 minute walk along well-kept trails.
Archaeology: The island is home to a Neolithic sanctuary and remains of a 4th-century church, offering a haunting sense of the island's long history as a navigational "trophy."
How Private Is This Island? Privacy at Sušac is a geographic reality. With only a few inhabitants (keepers and a shepherd), you are effectively the ruler of 4 square kilometers of wilderness. While the two apartments are in the same building, the island is large enough that you can spend an entire day exploring the ridges and coves without seeing another human soul. For a complete sovereign experience, booking both apartments is the standard practice for groups, leaving you alone with the rhythmic sweep of the lighthouse beam and the sound of the open sea.
