Casa Mauri

We were very pleased with the quality of the accomodation. The property was very clean. The self-catering facilities are excellent along with a wood fire for those cold winter evenings! We were particularly pleased with the fact that our dog was welcome. If you like the outdoors you'll enjoy your stay here. The village is small and very quite(no facilities). You are only about 15-20 mins from the nearest town for supermarkets, restaurants etc.The views from this small hill topped village are fantastic. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. We'd certainly recommend it to anyone who is into the outdoor life. Excellent value for money!

A superb place to get away from it all and to enjoy the splendid solitude and magnificent scenery. Very comfortable accommodation and a very warm welcome from Mike and Anne who take a personal interest in making one's stay so special. An ideal place for those who enjoy bird-watching, walking, and exploring this part of the Spanish Pyrenees. We have spent three very happy holidays there and hope soon to return for another visit as soon as we are able.

The property is beautiful, on the top of a mountain. The owners provided alot of information regarding walks and places to visit in the area. There was lots to do:from walking to White Water Rafting. The Lake at the bottom of the hill is great for swimming safely for the children. We had wonderful weather and could have spent the whole time in the lake. It was so much better than being with the crowds on the Spanish coast. Totally idyllic.
We saw many wonderful birds - especially birds of prey.
The only negatives was that it was perhaps too hot for us in mid August.

A wonderful way to switch off and admire the birdlife, walk and all in very pleasant company of Anne and Mike.

We loved this place so much that we visited a second time, in March this time (our first visit was in July.) We've now stayed in most of the property that is available for guests and it was all really comfortable - almost a home from home. It's one of the few Spanish houses we have stayed in that has a lovely warm bathroom in winter!! The position of the house at the top of the mountain is outstanding, and the views are lovely. Anne and Mike are super people, they made us feel so welcome and we were sad to leave.

We would highly recommend this property - as long as you can manage the path up the mountain from the car park (the last few hundred yards). And the surrounding area is very picturesque - if you like mountains this is the place to come!!

Our stay in Casa Mauri last year was wonderful, it exceeded our expectations for relaxation, exploration, accommodation and its outstanding location!
Starting from our friendly welcome, comfortable and clean rooms, amazing views, griffon vultures, walks from the doorstep, tours into the mountains and national parcs, ...well..what more can I say..everything we needed for a terrific getaway, thanks to Anne & Mike.

We first discovered Casa Mauri in 2000 and have returned on many occasions and in all seasons. The description of the property cannot do it justice you really have to visit to fully appreciate the location and beauty of both the accommodation and the surrounding area. It is a haven for walkers, bird watchers, photographers, naturalists and those who only wish to chill out. The property is immaculate and Anne and Mike are not only excellent hosts but go out of their way to make everyone's holiday that extra bit special. We would have no hesitation in recommending this property to people of all ages.

Last year we came for New Year which was wonderful so this year we decided to come for Christmas. And it was even better.

Yes the weather was great - on Christmas Day we walked to Rivert and had a picnic in the sun wearing shorts and t-shirts! Then on Boxing Day it snowed and we had a wonderful afternoon making a snowman on the way to the Hidden Village.

But it is not just the weather which made our trip so special. The farmhouse is a perfect base with everything you need. The rooms are cosy and well decorated. The amount of effort put into renovating the building is amazing - there are photos to prove it!

And there are great walks straight from the house. One day we went up to Plate Verde - it was a gorgeous day and we watched vultures soaring above the hills.

Mike and Anne are warm and welcoming and do those small things which make a visit special. For example, knowing we are interested in wildlife and especially otters, they had found a book which they thought would interest us. Another special personal touch was the Christmas tree sitting in the corner of the room when we arrived.

They have a guide book they have written on the walks around the house and there is no end of choice right from the door. So you have plenty to occupy yourself without having to drive anywhere.

As a family we love peace and quiet and this house is perfect for us. Our children are now 24, 18 and 16 and yet they still want to come with us to Santa Engracia. Would they have been happy here when they were small - yes without a doubt - all you need is the ability to make your own fun and enjoy nature.

We have stayed in many self-catering houses and this has to be one of the best.

We will have to come back one day as we still haven't been to Gurp and Mike promises us that there is a brilliant cave there!