Villas to rent in Spain

This is a lovely farm setting, ideal for a family with children who enjoy nature and want a relaxed holiday in a rural setting in the heart of Catalunya. The farm has chickens, rabbits, geese and the owners have some pet dogs. True to tradition, the owner dries her own wild mushrooms, makes her own jams and marmalades and she will even cook local dishes for you on request, which you can take to your own apartment or alternatively dine at the big farmhouse table. The farm also has a very attractive circular swimming pool surrounded by lawn and a nearby rockery herb garden. There are also mountain bikes for hire (free for children). Our accomodation is in a converted barn which consists of two apartments, one on the ground floor and the second on the first floor. They have been renobated to a good standard, each with its own private entrance. There are also two independent bedrooms next door which share a kitchen and living area; these are usually let to Spanish families for the weekend but may be available for larger groups who wish to stay here. To experience more of a feel for this area, there are horse drawn caravans available for hire nearby. There are numeros churches near our Villa to rent in Spain, hermitages and castels to visit locally and, for a true taste of Catalan culture, do visit Barcelona - one of the mors exiting cities in Europe, rich in architectrure and art, not to mention fashionable cafés and boutiques!

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This really is a superb location in which to spend a holiday. Bages is geographically the centre of Catalunya and provides magnificant views towards the sacred mountain of Montserrat. Although relatively unknown and certainly unspoilt, the area is quickly gaining in popularity due to the interest in its wine production and cuisine. Situated just over an hour's drive from Barcelona, one can easily visit the important romanesque vestiges in the area, numerous palaeolithic and neolithic deposits and the Sant Lorenç del Munt nature reserve. Visitors may also be interested in the new observatory and planetarium which is due to open at Castelltallat (4 km away) in Spring 2002.
Our accommodation is all on the first floor reached by a flight of exterior steps. The apartment is bright, spacious and comfortably furnished. The living/dining room and the single bedroom lead out to the large terrace (15m x 5m) which faces the mountain of Montserrat.
The shared pool area is most attractive and original local stone is most definitely a feature. The charming owners live next door and sometimes, usually at weekends, they host visits for people who are on holiday in the area travelling around by horse drawn caravans - a popular way to enjoy the natural beauty of this region.

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This delightful masia (ancient Catalan farmhouse), the original part of which dates back to the 17thC, is located in a totally unspoilt area of Catalunya. Tucked away at the end of a short track, free from noise and pollution, it is a comfortable, spacious family home with wonderful views and a most inviting swimming pool. The master bedroom, with full ensuite bathroom, leads out onto a spacious, south-facing terrace overlooking the swimming pool. The east-facing side of the property has a built-in barbecue area, also very tempting for breakfast when it is in full sun.
The house is situated in Pruit, a small hamlet belonging to Rupit, one of the most ancient and well preserved villages in Catalunya; a visit here is like turning the clocks back several centuries. The city of Vic is 32 km away, with its cathedral and Episcopal museum, and thrives on its leather trade, food and textile industries. It is especially known for its quality sausages such as Llongonissa (a kind of salami). This area is very attractive to walkers, with several, well indicated marked routes, as well as mountain bike riding. There are two mountain bikes at the property for guests’ use. The dam at Sau is nearby, with facilities for canoeing, boat excursions and a nautical ski-school. The area also borders La Garrotxa, with its ancient volcanic cones. Please note that there are drops from the garden at the property and young children would, therefore, need to be supervised.
Ground Floor: large entrance hall; living/dining room with open fireplace; well fitted kitchen; reading/music room; bathroom (3/4 bath/hand shower; washbasin; WC); utility room. 1st Floor: 4 bedrooms: 3 twins, 1 master bedroom with 2m wide bed, full ensuite bathroom and covered terrace; bathroom (3/4 bath/hand-shower; washbasin; WC).
Large, well maintained gardens. Oil central heating (wood on request - Euro 10/week). Music system. Garage for 2 cars. Extra cleaning on request. •Satellite TV •Washing machine •Dishwasher •Cot on request •Swimming pool (12 x 6m; 1 - 1.25m deep) •Barbecue •Pool/garden furniture.

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Situated in the same porticoed square as our other property in Sta Pau, these two properties belong to the same owner and have been recently renovated and furnished to a very good standard. Each is reached via two flights of internal stairs and whilst CG013 faces the square and has a balcony, inside it is smaller than CG014 which benefits from a larger kitchen and an extra cloakroom. Both apartments are compact and cosy and make an excellent choice for a summer or winter break - they have full central heating and are within reach of some ski resorts; even in winter the climate can be pleasant enought to drive to the coast and walk along the beach.
The charming, discreet owner who occupies the lower part of the property speaks English so is on hand to help if information or advice is needed.
All on 2nd Floor Level: living room with door to balcony; modern fitted kitchen; twin bedroom (beds pushed together) with door to balcony; ensuite bathroom (bath/hand-shower; basin, WC). Insect screens and double glazing throughout. •Oil-fired heating •Microwave •Washing machine •Terrace furniture •FRIDAY START.
LOCATION: In Santa Pau (most facilities). 8 km SE of Olot (all facilities). 16 km NW of Lake Banyoles. 35 km NW of Girona (all facilities; airport).MAP REF: B4" Catalunya - Costa Brava

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