Reviews of Property: Stone villa with pool and garden near the sea. ADSL/Broadband connection.
Description
Villa, 200 m²,
4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10, 3 Bathrooms
4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10, 3 Bathrooms
Facilities
near the sea, village,
garden,
internet access,
satellite or cable,
TV
Rates
per property
Set rates in Euros
Set rates in Euros
€1,250 -
€2,500/week
GBP Conversion - Estimated
£1,126 -
£2,252/week Howard or Chris Fielding
+44 (0)20-7483 2147
Speaks: English, French
6 Reviews of Property 13413 in Begur, Spain
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A lovely place to stay.
Review Submitted: August 27, 2008
Date of Stay: July 2008
We stayed in this lovely old house in the middle of Peratallada for one week in July 2009. We were a party of 8 adults and our ages ranged from 26 to 75 years old, and we all really enjoyed it.
The description of the property is accurate and can be relied on, although it doesn't mention that the old walls are home to many small birds who provide constant amusement to those sitting by the pool.
The beds were comfy and the bed linen and towels of a good quality. The house was clean and well presented. The kitchen facilities are excellent and all 8 of us really could sit in comfort and enjoy our meals in the pleasant dining area. The glasses, crockery and cutlery were all more than adequate. (We didn't use the BBQ or eat in the garden so I can't comment on this experience.)
The village is full of restaurants so there is no need to cook if you don't want to and no need to drive in the evenings. We tried 3 restaurants and they were all good.
The pool is small but perfectly adequate for a cooling dip.
There is plenty to explore in the area near the villa and Gerona and Barcelona can both be visited on day trips. A car is essential for this holiday home. Leaving it in the village car park was not a problem although paying the small fee did depend on which attendant was there.
The equipment - dishwashers, washing machine etc were all of a high standard and there is a really good 'sheila maid' for drying.
Choosing a house for a family group is always quite a responsibility but I really did feel that this time I had struck gold. I have received no adverse comments from my son and daughter and they would not hold back! I think however that 10 adults would be too many.
Of course there are niggles although the main one is beyond the owner's control. We wished that there had been a nice bakery in the village and found it tedious to have to leave the village to shop as we really were happy to sit in the lovely little garden, although the garden furniture is not up to the quality of the rest of the house and was our main disappointment.
If you want to stay in a lovely old house in the middle of a beautiful old village yet within easy reach of cities and beaches, I can recommend Peratallada.
The description of the property is accurate and can be relied on, although it doesn't mention that the old walls are home to many small birds who provide constant amusement to those sitting by the pool.
The beds were comfy and the bed linen and towels of a good quality. The house was clean and well presented. The kitchen facilities are excellent and all 8 of us really could sit in comfort and enjoy our meals in the pleasant dining area. The glasses, crockery and cutlery were all more than adequate. (We didn't use the BBQ or eat in the garden so I can't comment on this experience.)
The village is full of restaurants so there is no need to cook if you don't want to and no need to drive in the evenings. We tried 3 restaurants and they were all good.
The pool is small but perfectly adequate for a cooling dip.
There is plenty to explore in the area near the villa and Gerona and Barcelona can both be visited on day trips. A car is essential for this holiday home. Leaving it in the village car park was not a problem although paying the small fee did depend on which attendant was there.
The equipment - dishwashers, washing machine etc were all of a high standard and there is a really good 'sheila maid' for drying.
Choosing a house for a family group is always quite a responsibility but I really did feel that this time I had struck gold. I have received no adverse comments from my son and daughter and they would not hold back! I think however that 10 adults would be too many.
Of course there are niggles although the main one is beyond the owner's control. We wished that there had been a nice bakery in the village and found it tedious to have to leave the village to shop as we really were happy to sit in the lovely little garden, although the garden furniture is not up to the quality of the rest of the house and was our main disappointment.
If you want to stay in a lovely old house in the middle of a beautiful old village yet within easy reach of cities and beaches, I can recommend Peratallada.
Owner's Response: We're glad Sandra and family - all with such different ages- enjoyed themselves so much. Peratallada really seems to charm people of all generations.
We've had 10 people at the house frequently and if two don't mind sleeping in the downstairs living room on a bed-settee (with a large TV on the wall opposite which teenagers particularly seem to enjoy!) it works pretty well.
The birds nesting in the outside stone walls are fun to watch as you sit in the garden and the area around has great bird-life for more serious bird-watchers.
We'll review the comfort of the garden furniture on our next visit and make some changes - thanks for letting us know.
We've had 10 people at the house frequently and if two don't mind sleeping in the downstairs living room on a bed-settee (with a large TV on the wall opposite which teenagers particularly seem to enjoy!) it works pretty well.
The birds nesting in the outside stone walls are fun to watch as you sit in the garden and the area around has great bird-life for more serious bird-watchers.
We'll review the comfort of the garden furniture on our next visit and make some changes - thanks for letting us know.
A three generational view.
Review Submitted: October 15, 2009
Date of Stay: August 2009
This house was loved by all ten members of our party, which ran from 4 to 62 years old. It was extremely well equipped, and the information provided by the owner was good and helpful. The beaches at Calella (about 30 mins), Sa Reira (20m), and Tamariu (30m), although not the closest, were enjoyed by all of us and were compact, making it easier to look after the children. Calella de Palafrugel has the best range of eating choices, ranging from good restaurants to supermarkets selling sandwiches, but is made up of lots of small compact bays. These beaches tended to have coarse sand, but it means very clear seas full of fish, much appreciated by our 4 year old novice snorkeler, as great compensation for the lack of castle building material.
We didn’t take as much advantage of the village as the older element of the party would have liked, but the couple of restaurants we did use were good, and it is a picturesque and peaceful village with lots of restaurants. The size of the group meant that we would need to book most places well in advance, which would be difficult, and the use of the barbeque, or the kitchen, suited the children very well with a last minute rush from the pool to the outside table, and suited the adults in terms of watching them, while taking an aperitif / cooking.
Restaurants particularly enjoyed by the writer were Cal Tet in L’Estartit, and La Langosta in Llafranc.
We have no hesitation in recommending this house as a great place to stay, particularly if you enjoy the odd quiet traffic / driving free day in a village with plenty to see and good places to eat, or if you like to self cater, where the cooking facilities should please anyone.
The car park attendants in the village were merciless – 2.5 Euros per car per day – but you can’t win them all.
We didn’t take as much advantage of the village as the older element of the party would have liked, but the couple of restaurants we did use were good, and it is a picturesque and peaceful village with lots of restaurants. The size of the group meant that we would need to book most places well in advance, which would be difficult, and the use of the barbeque, or the kitchen, suited the children very well with a last minute rush from the pool to the outside table, and suited the adults in terms of watching them, while taking an aperitif / cooking.
Restaurants particularly enjoyed by the writer were Cal Tet in L’Estartit, and La Langosta in Llafranc.
We have no hesitation in recommending this house as a great place to stay, particularly if you enjoy the odd quiet traffic / driving free day in a village with plenty to see and good places to eat, or if you like to self cater, where the cooking facilities should please anyone.
The car park attendants in the village were merciless – 2.5 Euros per car per day – but you can’t win them all.
Owner's Response: Pete and Mary's comments reflect our views perfectly - this house really does meet the needs of all age groups. Kids love the beaches, foodies love the restaurants and there's plenty to do in and around the village to satisfy the culture-vulture.
Shame about the car park fee. We used to be able to get passes, but not any longer. You have to build in an extra 17 euros a week into your budget for parking during the summer (free out of season). But you do get peace of mind in knowing it's a secure car-park, guarded day and night.
Glad you enjoyed it Pete, Mary and family. Maybe again next year?
Shame about the car park fee. We used to be able to get passes, but not any longer. You have to build in an extra 17 euros a week into your budget for parking during the summer (free out of season). But you do get peace of mind in knowing it's a secure car-park, guarded day and night.
Glad you enjoyed it Pete, Mary and family. Maybe again next year?
Fabulous!
Review Submitted: August 27, 2009
Date of Stay: July 2009
Who wouldn't want to try living (at least for a week or two) in a walled medieval village with a castle and moat - as well as a pool, flat-screen TV, internet access, and modern appliances? I can't imagine anyone wouldn't, unless that person already lived in one.
That's what this house provides - plus proximity to other interesting hilltop villages, beautiful scenery, magnificient beaches, and lots of activities!
With the pool, flat-screen TV, and a cobblestone road outside that rarely sees a car, it is very suitable for kids.
The village practically has more restaurants than people, ranging from family-friendly informal to a bit more upscale. It appears that many locals and tourists come to the village just for dinner.
The owners are friendly, meticulous, and accomodating.
During our stay, we hired a chef to come in an cook us a full Catalan meal, and we also arranged (through www.atasteofspain.com/) for a 1/2-day cooking class in nearby Palafrugell with lovely lady named Marta (which stretched into a 3 hour lunch). Both were excellent.
My only misgivings about the village are a lack of shops to buy everyday necessities or food, and the closure of the castle. That said, most of what one might need is within a 15 minute drive.
I have no misgivings about the house, which was clean and stylish (even as it incorporated some old features of the structure, like a well, stone staircase, and in-the-wall baking oven).
This was a perfect place for a first-time adventure in the Costa Brava, and we'd love to go back again.
That's what this house provides - plus proximity to other interesting hilltop villages, beautiful scenery, magnificient beaches, and lots of activities!
With the pool, flat-screen TV, and a cobblestone road outside that rarely sees a car, it is very suitable for kids.
The village practically has more restaurants than people, ranging from family-friendly informal to a bit more upscale. It appears that many locals and tourists come to the village just for dinner.
The owners are friendly, meticulous, and accomodating.
During our stay, we hired a chef to come in an cook us a full Catalan meal, and we also arranged (through www.atasteofspain.com/) for a 1/2-day cooking class in nearby Palafrugell with lovely lady named Marta (which stretched into a 3 hour lunch). Both were excellent.
My only misgivings about the village are a lack of shops to buy everyday necessities or food, and the closure of the castle. That said, most of what one might need is within a 15 minute drive.
I have no misgivings about the house, which was clean and stylish (even as it incorporated some old features of the structure, like a well, stone staircase, and in-the-wall baking oven).
This was a perfect place for a first-time adventure in the Costa Brava, and we'd love to go back again.
Owner's Response: Great to hear Neal and friends enjoyed Peratallada so much. They certainly made the most of their time in the area. Glad the home chef proved to be a success - we've kept his details for future clients who may be interested, along with details of Marta the cook from Palafrugell.
We share Neal's regret about Peratallada not having a grocery shop. There's a mobile bread van in the morning but you have to drive to the supermarket or market for provisions so a car is essential.
Incidentally, the Peratallada castle is up for sale if anyone's got a few million to spare!
We share Neal's regret about Peratallada not having a grocery shop. There's a mobile bread van in the morning but you have to drive to the supermarket or market for provisions so a car is essential.
Incidentally, the Peratallada castle is up for sale if anyone's got a few million to spare!
Old Spain with all mod cons!
Review Submitted: September 22, 2008
Date of Stay: September 2008
My family and I have just had our second holiday at this villa (first in July 2007) and enjoyed it as much as the first. The village is charming and the house has been beautifully restored in keeping with its age. It gives the feeling of living in a piece of history. I kept hoping for El Cid to come riding over the brow of a hill!
On the other hand, where it matters, such as the kitchen and shower room near the pool, equipment is modern and of a high standard. The house was clean and well equipped. Comfortable beds. Enough crockery, cutlery and glasses to cope with twice the number of people the house sleeps. The description of everything was accurate.
There were 6 of us, ages ranging from 2 to 68, and we all loved staying here. The pool in the garden, combined with a large-screen television (to show favourite DVDs) kept the 2yr old very happy. Self-catering was easy either in the excellent kitchen or on the gas barbecue in the garden.
If self-catering is not your thing, there is a good range of restaurants in the village of which we have tried about 5 and enjoyed them all. Even our two-year old was welcomed to dinner in them and enjoyed the fuss made of her by the staff. In a nearby village (about a ten-minute drive) there is a good supermarket, and also near is an amazing wine supermarket.
There is a good choice of beaches within about 15 mins drive. If there are small children in the party, you may prefer Aigua Blava beach as it has the softest sand. It also has 3 convenient restaurants.
The nearest town of any size, Palafrugell, has a main square where there is a lot going on and is a fascinating place to sit and watch the world go by. There is also a large, bustling market on a Sunday morning worth visiting.
My family, over the years, have stayed many times in this area, but this has been the best house we have found. We will be back!
On the other hand, where it matters, such as the kitchen and shower room near the pool, equipment is modern and of a high standard. The house was clean and well equipped. Comfortable beds. Enough crockery, cutlery and glasses to cope with twice the number of people the house sleeps. The description of everything was accurate.
There were 6 of us, ages ranging from 2 to 68, and we all loved staying here. The pool in the garden, combined with a large-screen television (to show favourite DVDs) kept the 2yr old very happy. Self-catering was easy either in the excellent kitchen or on the gas barbecue in the garden.
If self-catering is not your thing, there is a good range of restaurants in the village of which we have tried about 5 and enjoyed them all. Even our two-year old was welcomed to dinner in them and enjoyed the fuss made of her by the staff. In a nearby village (about a ten-minute drive) there is a good supermarket, and also near is an amazing wine supermarket.
There is a good choice of beaches within about 15 mins drive. If there are small children in the party, you may prefer Aigua Blava beach as it has the softest sand. It also has 3 convenient restaurants.
The nearest town of any size, Palafrugell, has a main square where there is a lot going on and is a fascinating place to sit and watch the world go by. There is also a large, bustling market on a Sunday morning worth visiting.
My family, over the years, have stayed many times in this area, but this has been the best house we have found. We will be back!
Owner's Response: It's a great pleasure to us to have clients return for a second (or even third!) holiday in Peratallada. It confirms our view that you never tire of a place that provides such a fantastic range of interests to suit all ages - beaches, culture, historical sites, markets, excellent restaurants, good wines, beautiful countryside and friendly locals (who adore children). We try hard to ensure the house meets the needs of all our clients, hence the recent addition of Broadband for free Internet access. It makes us so happy when clients enjoy it as much as we do ourselves!
Our Wedding Holiday
Review Submitted: June 30, 2008
Date of Stay: June 2008
9 of us stayed at the villa while we celebrated my wedding, and it was absolutely amazing!
The villa's history, decor and furnishings are to be seen and enjoyed.
Staying at the villa made our wedding celebration all that more special, and I would recommend it is anyone.
The villa's history, decor and furnishings are to be seen and enjoyed.
Staying at the villa made our wedding celebration all that more special, and I would recommend it is anyone.
Owner's Response: We're delighted Stuart, his wife and their families (from Australia and the UK) enjoyed Peratallada. It's such a romantic setting for any holiday and particularly so for a special occasion such as this. Previous clients have celebrated special birthdays and important wedding anniversaries, but this is our first wedding! The size of the house accommodates a large group comfortably and the close proximity of so many good restaurants is ideal for big family gatherings such as this.
Comments from Owner Guestbook
Review Submitted: December 6, 2007
Date of Stay: December 2007
Swimming pool an absolute godsend with 5 children under 10! M and C families July 05
Beautiful house in georgeous quiet village - very well equipped. All in all - LOVELY. G and J families August 2005
House was superb. Thanks, T and P families August 2005
The house is so stylish and sympathetically done, but also homely and practical. The village is great - everyone very friendly. B family September 2005
Beautiful house in georgeous quiet village - very well equipped. All in all - LOVELY. G and J families August 2005
House was superb. Thanks, T and P families August 2005
The house is so stylish and sympathetically done, but also homely and practical. The village is great - everyone very friendly. B family September 2005
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