Reviews of Property: Detached villa with heated pool, private terraces, superb views
Description
Villa, 170 m²,
4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 9, 3 Bathrooms
4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 9, 3 Bathrooms
Facilities
beach, mountain,
pool,
garden,
terrace,
pets considered
Rates
per property
(GBP)
£850 -
£1,850/week
Carol Barazzone
+44 (0)7785-398615
Speaks: English, French
17 Reviews of Property 57346 in Collioure, France
Detached villa with heated pool, private terraces, superb views
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Detached villa with heated pool, private terraces, superb views
http://www.holiday-rentals.co.uk/p57346
+44 (0)7785-398615
Collioure
Pyrenees-Orientales Coast
Bliss in paradise
Review Submitted: January 11, 2010
Date of Stay: July 2009
We have been trying to compose a review which doesn't sound over-the-top but have failed so I am afraid any readers will just have to accept that this place really is as headlined.
In July 2009, we stayed for two weeks and wished for more.
The house is quietly situated, amply comodious (at our most populous, we had four adults and two children) and contains all the facilities you could wish for.
Credit-crunched, we cooked most evenings in the large, well-equipped kitchen, ate under the canopy on the sheltered patio outside the window and nattered late into the evenings as miscreant children watched satellite TV.
Monied or not, we just had to try a couple of restaurants and a few bars in the town ... an easy ten-minute walk down the road or dried up river-bed path.
What a lovley village (I suppose that it is a compliment that Collioure is the favourite potential location for the French version of the Doctor Martin series).
All the above was so good, we didn't make it to Spain (and I am a Dali addict); only visited the beach once; but did drive to Ceret (recommended stroll, cafe/bar chats and people-watching) and Corsavy (chef's-way-or-no-way hard core French local restaurant can't be bad).
During our stay, we had two sets of near-ex-pats over for a couple of days each from Bordeaux and Agen. They also fell in love with both Collioure and Carol's home.
(And that is a crucial point, it feels like a home not a holiday villa.)
All of us, but especially the two ten-year old girls, spent their time in and out of, and in and in yet again, the pool. And when they weren't being smeared in sunblock, they were finding the ripest bunches of grapes in the lush, terraced, fully planted garden. We also cooked the herbs.
Now, the holiday comes back in beautiful vignettes: I remember ambling down the road each morning to the bakers for bread and returning also loaded with pastries; staring for hours through my binoculars over the valley and around the vinyards on to which the garden backs; and quaffing beer (and / or wine) as I tried valiantly to imitate the Tatin sisters.
There must be something that wasn't as good as we had hoped ... ah, yes, there was: Carol's daughters' taste in music, no names no packdrill. After all, when-when-when the recovery happens, we want to return.
If you seek bliss in paradise, you can assume that we and our friends thoroughly recommend Carol's place in France.
In July 2009, we stayed for two weeks and wished for more.
The house is quietly situated, amply comodious (at our most populous, we had four adults and two children) and contains all the facilities you could wish for.
Credit-crunched, we cooked most evenings in the large, well-equipped kitchen, ate under the canopy on the sheltered patio outside the window and nattered late into the evenings as miscreant children watched satellite TV.
Monied or not, we just had to try a couple of restaurants and a few bars in the town ... an easy ten-minute walk down the road or dried up river-bed path.
What a lovley village (I suppose that it is a compliment that Collioure is the favourite potential location for the French version of the Doctor Martin series).
All the above was so good, we didn't make it to Spain (and I am a Dali addict); only visited the beach once; but did drive to Ceret (recommended stroll, cafe/bar chats and people-watching) and Corsavy (chef's-way-or-no-way hard core French local restaurant can't be bad).
During our stay, we had two sets of near-ex-pats over for a couple of days each from Bordeaux and Agen. They also fell in love with both Collioure and Carol's home.
(And that is a crucial point, it feels like a home not a holiday villa.)
All of us, but especially the two ten-year old girls, spent their time in and out of, and in and in yet again, the pool. And when they weren't being smeared in sunblock, they were finding the ripest bunches of grapes in the lush, terraced, fully planted garden. We also cooked the herbs.
Now, the holiday comes back in beautiful vignettes: I remember ambling down the road each morning to the bakers for bread and returning also loaded with pastries; staring for hours through my binoculars over the valley and around the vinyards on to which the garden backs; and quaffing beer (and / or wine) as I tried valiantly to imitate the Tatin sisters.
There must be something that wasn't as good as we had hoped ... ah, yes, there was: Carol's daughters' taste in music, no names no packdrill. After all, when-when-when the recovery happens, we want to return.
If you seek bliss in paradise, you can assume that we and our friends thoroughly recommend Carol's place in France.
Recommended for:
Age 55+,
Girls Getaway,
Tourists without a Car,
Sightseeing,
Families with Teenagers,
Families with Young Children,
Romantic Getaway
business
Detached villa with heated pool, private terraces, superb views
http://www.holiday-rentals.co.uk/p57346
+44 (0)7785-398615
Collioure
Pyrenees-Orientales Coast
Great Family reunion hide out.
Review Submitted: December 25, 2009
Date of Stay: December 2009
The house was perfect for our small family reunion with its 3 independant bathrooms. The wide kitchen could host us all during cooking time. Nice and cosy interior, furniture, ad decoration; and close enough to the seaside even for our 4 y/old.
highly recommended.
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highly recommended.
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Recommended for:
Age 55+,
Girls Getaway,
Tourists without a Car,
Sightseeing,
Families with Young Children
business
Detached villa with heated pool, private terraces, superb views
http://www.holiday-rentals.co.uk/p57346
+44 (0)7785-398615
Collioure
Pyrenees-Orientales Coast
Highly Recommended
Review Submitted: September 16, 2009
Date of Stay: September 2009
5th-12th September 2009.
Fantastic accommodation, pool and absolutely perfect weather. The villa was well laid out, clean and spacious but cosy. The kitchen was very well equipped and led onto a lovely outside eating area where we had breakfast and several BBQ's. The pool now has protective railings around it which aren't shown on the photos, this makes it much safer for anyone taking small children. My parents enjoyed their daily walks into town to pick up supplies, visit the beach and wander around the shops. The pool area with kitchen, eating area, ice machine and "beer fridge" worked really well for us. We've stayed in similar types of accommodation in Hawaii and Barbados but this was the cleanest pool so far with great views and very private. We ate at the Neptune restuarant which was lovely with fantastic views, quite pricey though. There is also a great little takeaway pizza place in town worth a visit just to see the lady throw the pizza base around! We had a car for the week and went to a few of the surrounding towns, also Barcelona. Unfortunately it was a Bank Holiday in Barcelona so most of the shops were closed. Beware of pickpockets, even though I'd been before so knew to be careful I still had a girl walking behind me with her hand in my bag :( On the way back to Carcassone airport we called in at the walled castle for lunch which was well worth the visit and had some lovely little jewellery shops. I would definitely recommend the villa and the area to family and friends.
Fantastic accommodation, pool and absolutely perfect weather. The villa was well laid out, clean and spacious but cosy. The kitchen was very well equipped and led onto a lovely outside eating area where we had breakfast and several BBQ's. The pool now has protective railings around it which aren't shown on the photos, this makes it much safer for anyone taking small children. My parents enjoyed their daily walks into town to pick up supplies, visit the beach and wander around the shops. The pool area with kitchen, eating area, ice machine and "beer fridge" worked really well for us. We've stayed in similar types of accommodation in Hawaii and Barbados but this was the cleanest pool so far with great views and very private. We ate at the Neptune restuarant which was lovely with fantastic views, quite pricey though. There is also a great little takeaway pizza place in town worth a visit just to see the lady throw the pizza base around! We had a car for the week and went to a few of the surrounding towns, also Barcelona. Unfortunately it was a Bank Holiday in Barcelona so most of the shops were closed. Beware of pickpockets, even though I'd been before so knew to be careful I still had a girl walking behind me with her hand in my bag :( On the way back to Carcassone airport we called in at the walled castle for lunch which was well worth the visit and had some lovely little jewellery shops. I would definitely recommend the villa and the area to family and friends.
Recommended for:
Age 55+,
Girls Getaway,
Tourists without a Car,
Sightseeing,
Families with Teenagers,
Families with Young Children,
Romantic Getaway
business
Detached villa with heated pool, private terraces, superb views
http://www.holiday-rentals.co.uk/p57346
+44 (0)7785-398615
Collioure
Pyrenees-Orientales Coast
wonderful part of France
Review Submitted: September 4, 2009
Date of Stay: August 2009
well equiped villa, within easy reach of collioure which copes with the volume of visitors well and retains its seaside charm.
kitchen has everything a cook needs when you need a break from the array of resturants in the town (especially with the pound being so weak). pool a welcome relief in the heat and wonderful sunshine.
I would recommend this part of the world to anyone.
kitchen has everything a cook needs when you need a break from the array of resturants in the town (especially with the pound being so weak). pool a welcome relief in the heat and wonderful sunshine.
I would recommend this part of the world to anyone.
Recommended for:
Families with Teenagers
business
Detached villa with heated pool, private terraces, superb views
http://www.holiday-rentals.co.uk/p57346
+44 (0)7785-398615
Collioure
Pyrenees-Orientales Coast
Great place!
Review Submitted: July 2, 2009
Date of Stay: June 2009
A perfect house for two families, with a quiet but central location. The pool area is great for sun bathing the whole day long, and the view of sunset is splendid.
Thanks to Carol for making our wonderful stay possible!
Thanks to Carol for making our wonderful stay possible!
Recommended for:
Tourists without a Car,
Sightseeing,
Families with Teenagers,
Families with Young Children
business
Detached villa with heated pool, private terraces, superb views
http://www.holiday-rentals.co.uk/p57346
+44 (0)7785-398615
Collioure
Pyrenees-Orientales Coast
wonderful holiday 5th to 13th june 2009
Review Submitted: June 22, 2009
Date of Stay: June 2009
What a beautiful part of France and what fantastic accommodation.It was perfect for the seven of us,three couples and a four year old.All our needs were catered for,in this lovely house,we could not fault anything.It was clean,spacious,well equipped and a joy to live in. The pool area was superb.
We did not have a car for our one week stay and thoroughly enjoyed the 10/15 minute walk into town which is so pretty!. we will be coming back and would strongly recommend it without hesitation
We did not have a car for our one week stay and thoroughly enjoyed the 10/15 minute walk into town which is so pretty!. we will be coming back and would strongly recommend it without hesitation
Recommended for:
Age 55+,
Girls Getaway,
Tourists without a Car,
Sightseeing,
Families with Teenagers,
Families with Young Children,
Romantic Getaway
business
Detached villa with heated pool, private terraces, superb views
http://www.holiday-rentals.co.uk/p57346
+44 (0)7785-398615
Collioure
Pyrenees-Orientales Coast
Perfect!
Review Submitted: June 15, 2009
Date of Stay: May 2009
We had a wonderful stay during May/June 09 at Carol's house. The house is very clean and well equipped - always a relief when you go on holiday! The weather was beautiful and the children loved the pool. We had no need to venture out eventhough we like to do this - Collioure was large enough to cater for our every need. A leisurely (if hot!) stroll to the village (takes about 12 mins) was enough - the market was excellent; go early though as it gets too crowded later on.
Jonathan particularly enjoyed using the laptop with Elinor. Collioure is one of the most beautiful and unspoilt seaside towns in France, much nicer than glitzy Saint Tropez! We hope to come back one day .. Many thanks to Carol - Eileen, David, Jonathan, Elinor, Tom and Grandma Doreen
Jonathan particularly enjoyed using the laptop with Elinor. Collioure is one of the most beautiful and unspoilt seaside towns in France, much nicer than glitzy Saint Tropez! We hope to come back one day .. Many thanks to Carol - Eileen, David, Jonathan, Elinor, Tom and Grandma Doreen
Recommended for:
Age 55+,
Adventure Seekers,
Tourists without a Car,
Sightseeing,
Families with Teenagers,
Families with Young Children,
Romantic Getaway
business
Detached villa with heated pool, private terraces, superb views
http://www.holiday-rentals.co.uk/p57346
+44 (0)7785-398615
Collioure
Pyrenees-Orientales Coast
Lovely spacious villa in centre of Collioure
Review Submitted: November 4, 2008
Date of Stay: October 2008
Lovely villa in a perfect location. Very near to the centre of Collioure yet situated in a nice quiet residental area. The property description does not do it justice, it's difficult to describe the fantastic views from the pool area. Very well maintained with every conceivable gadget that you would require. Collioure town is very picturesque with a wide range of restaurants. Great places to explore, it has something for everyone. I would definitely recommend this property to a friend.
Recommended for:
Tourists without a Car,
Sightseeing,
Families with Teenagers,
Families with Young Children
business
Detached villa with heated pool, private terraces, superb views
http://www.holiday-rentals.co.uk/p57346
+44 (0)7785-398615
Collioure
Pyrenees-Orientales Coast
Perfect!
Review Submitted: November 1, 2008
Date of Stay: October 2008
Goodness! A marvellous villa. There were five of us (all adults) and the layout worked really well. The location of the villa was superb. Close to the town but in a quiet, peaceful area. The house was so clean and fresh! Everything we needed was available. There are so many things to do, in or out! Collioure is beautiful. The house is beautiful. It was simply perfect. Highly recommended!
Recommended for:
Age 55+,
Adventure Seekers,
Girls Getaway,
Tourists without a Car,
Sightseeing,
Families with Teenagers,
Families with Young Children,
Romantic Getaway
business
Detached villa with heated pool, private terraces, superb views
http://www.holiday-rentals.co.uk/p57346
+44 (0)7785-398615
Collioure
Pyrenees-Orientales Coast
Splendid House, splendid location
Review Submitted: September 15, 2008
Date of Stay: August 2008
The house is so well equipped it makes the transition from home to holiday a breeze.
Everything from the cleanliness of the pool to the quality and practicality of the house makes for a wonderful holiday.
Collioure is vibrant and enjoyable for dinner with an amazing range of restaurants.
I would have absolutely no hesitation in recommending this wonderful holiday home.
Carole the owner makes things very easy with excellent help and tips provided to ensure you can easily get into relaxing on holiday from the minute you arrive.
Everything from the cleanliness of the pool to the quality and practicality of the house makes for a wonderful holiday.
Collioure is vibrant and enjoyable for dinner with an amazing range of restaurants.
I would have absolutely no hesitation in recommending this wonderful holiday home.
Carole the owner makes things very easy with excellent help and tips provided to ensure you can easily get into relaxing on holiday from the minute you arrive.
Recommended for:
Girls Getaway,
Tourists without a Car,
Sightseeing,
Families with Teenagers,
Families with Young Children,
Romantic Getaway
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