Holiday Villa Spain
Castillo Catalunia

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AboutTheExperience
This amazing Spanish castle in Cataluna is yours to command! With beautifully restored, authentic furnishings, the best thing about this holiday villa in Spain is still its fantastic views. Though you are located in a quaint rural area, this villa rental in Spain is within easy driving distance of the Costa Brava and many wonderful towns, including Girona. Portion your time between relaxing at this ancient abode, lounging on great beaches, and exploring characteristic Spanish villages, all near this villa in Spain.
LocationDescription
This castle is located in the rural village of Sant Mori, in the Ampurdan district of the Girona province, on the Iberian Peninsula of Spain. Constructed largely in the 16th century, it has a classic Gothic-Renaissance style. Perhaps the most historic moment in this castle's long history was the stay of Queen Juana Enriquez and the young prince Fernando—later to marry Isabel. Sant Mori is a rural village of 200 inhabitants, not far from Figueres, the capital of Ampurdan. The castle is only 10 km from the highway, and 40 km south of the French border. The nearest train station is in Flassà, which connects to Girona and thence to the rest of Europe. A short drive takes you to the beaches and coves of the Costa Brava towns of L'Escala, Sant Pere Pescador, D'Empuries, and more.
Barcelona: 131.4 km; international airport
Perpignan (in France): 70 km; airport
Girona: 32.7 km; airport
Figueras: 20 km
Flassa: 15 km
Costa Brava: 8 km
Restaurants: 6 km
ExteriorDescription
(1100 m2 + terrace 500 m2) The castle, built during the 12th and 13th centuries, underwent a major renovation in the 15th century. In addition to the whole castle, there is an independent annex on the property that may be rented to accommodate a larger group (sleeps 6). The castle has four floors, a garden terrace (500 m2) with a covered lounge, and a private swimming pool (6m x4m and very deep). There are also many beautiful trails for walking, hiking, or biking around the castle.
InteriorDescription
(1100 m2) Four floors. All of the bedrooms feature unique furnishings and décor inspired by the castle's history.
Ground floor: The ground floor has a spacious bedroom with a queen size bed and an en suite bathroom (with tub). There is a summer kitchen with convenient access to the pool area. There is also a meeting room, a game room, an interior courtyard, a utility room, and a guest WC.
First floor: This floor includes a spacious living room with a fireplace, a dining room with a round table that seats 14 people, and a second dining room with seating for eight. There is also a spacious kitchen with a commercial-size oven, a dishwasher, and more. The master bedroom has two twin beds, a fireplace, a dressing room, and an en suite bathroom (with Jacuzzi tub). There is another bedroom with two twin beds, a dressing room, and an en suite bathroom (with shower). The third bedroom also has two twin beds, as well as an en suite bathroom (with tub). The first floor also has one additional WC.
Second floor: On the second floor, there is one double bedroom with a queen size bed, a fireplace, and a spacious en suite bathroom (with tub). Another bedroom has two twin beds and an en suite bathroom (with shower). There are two more bedrooms, each with two twin beds. Two additional bathrooms have tubs and are not en suite. Finally, there is a utility room with a washing machine and dryer.
Third floor: There is a spacious bedroom with two twin beds and an en suite bathroom (with tub). Also on this floor, there is a living room and a kitchen. In addition, there is an apartment that includes two twin beds, a bathroom (with shower), a dressing room, a living room, and a small room with a single bed that is ideal for a child.
FeaturesDescription
Available Amenities
4 hours maid service (Monday to Friday), two telephone lines with meters, high speed internet access, central heating, air conditioning (in all rooms but one), purified drinking water, 13 TVs with international channels, stereo, fax, washing machine, dryer, air conditioning in bedrooms, hair dryers in all bathrooms, CD player, pool towels, linens changed at the end of each week.
Extra Services: The following are listed as an aid for trip planning; the services and prices are approximate and cannot be guaranteed by Rentvillas. All extra services are payable locally in cash.
Cook service: 20-25 euros per person, per meal (buffet style)Maid serviceBabysitterMasseuse
Nearby Attractions
There are eight golf courses located within the vicinity of Sant Mori. Girona has interesting museums, such the Archeological Museum of Catalonia, the Cathedral Museum, the Art Museum, the City History Museum, the Museum of Jewish History, and the Cinema Museum. In Figueres, there is a Dali Museum, among others. The Costa Brava beach towns of Lescala, Sant Pere Pescador, and Dempuries are eight kilometers away.
Property Seasons & Rates (USD)
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Jan-08-2010 - Mar-26-2010
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Mar-26-2010 - Apr-09-2010
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For exact pricing and conditions, click the View Availability button and then click View Pricing and Conditions.
Arrival Times
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Conditions *
Security Deposit
- Upon arrival at the property you are required to pay to the property representative a security deposit payable in cash. The security deposit will be returned to you prior to your departure minus any extra charges or accidental damages to the property. The listed security deposit is: 2500 EUR
Additional Expenses
- If available, telephone is extra and charged according to consumption.
Other Notes
- Extra maid service is usually available upon request and is paid locally.
- If you arrive outside of the acceptable arrival times you will be charged a late arrival fee
- Clients are expected to depart the property by 9:00 am, unless otherwise indicated.
- If available, cook service must be arranged at least two months prior to arrival and is subject to the availability of the cook.
- CLIENTS ARE REQUIRED TO GIVE A PHOTOCOPY OF THEIR PASSPORT TO THE LOCAL MANAGER WHEN THEY ARRIVE AT THE PROPERTY.
* These prices and conditions may change based on your arrival date and length of stay. For exact conditions, please click on the View Availability button, enter your dates, and then click on View Pricing and Conditions.
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Customer Reviews
Overall:
The experience exceeded expectations in all ways. The home is amazing, and even more beautiful and extensive than the photos and literature suggest. T manager offered a tour and overview of how to operate appliances and other such practical manners. She was also available to assist us with any other requests for directions, suggestions, sites, etc. We invited her to dinner the last evening and learned about the history of the castle. Her gracious style was an enhancement and a practical benefit to a group that spoke no Spanish!
Previous reviews suggest "the bell" was a big problem. The house has modern insulated windows and air conditioning. With the windows closed, you could not hear the bells. Our room was immediately adjacent to the bell tower, too. Our group consisted of 7 couples plus a single. There was plenty of privacy for all, yet rooms large enough to congregate in for a large group. We could seat 15 for dinner at one large round table, and there were numerous sitting rooms lounges to offer quiet places if desired.
Enjoyed Most:
The proprietor was available to help with recommendations and translations- she speaks excellent English and has offices at the foot of the castle. The home was beautifully furnished and has an exceptional private patio with pool. Daily housekeeping was an added plus. Kitchen was well equipped allowing for meals to be cooked for a large group. Ample supply of good quality linens and dishes were available to set a formal table. A modern washer and dryer is available to guests.
Unpleasant Surprises:
One small bar in the village is open only on weekends. All amenities require driving, but there were shops and restaurants that were not far.
Surrounding Area:
Excellent access to major roads. Sites in the area range from beaches to museums to archaeological sites. The Castillo was a convenient base to support the highlights of the region, yet offered a private, tranquil retreat for those in pursuit of sheer relaxation.
Nearby Events or Locales:
The village of St Mori is home to "120 souls". There is a daily bread truck, once a week vegetable market, and a butcher in the village. Everything else requires a car to access.
Tips or Restaurants:
There is a list of suggested restaurants at the home. Linens, towels, nominal supplies such as dish liquids, soap, toilet paper, were provided. There are chefs available to cook and serve at the home and clean up! We took advantage of that the last evening.
Karen, June, 2007
Enjoyed Most:
The building was beautiful and nicely restored, well laid out and relaxing.
Unpleasant Surprises:
The church bells every 15 minutes next door; we did not sleep the first 2 nights while getting used to it.
Surrounding Area:
Lots to do; this is Costa Brava. There is lots within a 30 minute drive including beach, museums, towns...
Tips or Restaurants:
Bring ear plugs.
Check In Out:
The property manager - owner is great.
Raja, August, 2006