The original house was constructed using materials ferried to the rock by boat and kayak.
The cabin has been swept away by the river at least seven times since its initial construction.
During the mid-20th century, local swimmers used the rock as a natural resting point before deciding to build a shelter.
Despite its vulnerability to the elements, the owners consistently rebuild the structure immediately following destruction.
The house is anchored to the rock using metal reinforcements to combat the force of the Drina's flow.
The Kućica na Drini is a single-room wooden cabin constructed atop a rock formation in the middle of the Drina River near Bajina Bašta, Serbia. First built in 1968 by a group of local swimmers seeking a comfortable spot to rest, the structure has been destroyed and rebuilt by floods multiple times. The current iteration is designed to withstand the river's high water levels and currents. The house is not accessible to the public for interior viewing, as it is privately owned. It gained global attention after being featured in a 2012 National Geographic photo of the day. The structure sits on the river at a point where it serves as a natural border area between Serbia and Bosnia and Herzegovina. The surrounding area is part of the Tara National Park region.
The designated roadside viewing platform on the eastern bank of the Drina.
View the cabin from the designated observation deck on the riverbank rather than attempting to enter the water.
Bring binoculars if you wish to inspect the architecture and wood grain from the shore.
Combine your visit with a trip to the nearby Perućac Lake or the Tara National Park.
Do not attempt to swim to the house or trespass on the private property as the river currents can be unpredictable and dangerous.
