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Superb 10th century villa with indoor & outdoor pools near Spanish Pyrenees

Superb 10th century villa with indoor & outdoor pools near Spanish Pyrenees

Nr Pyrenees, Lleida, Catalonia Property Ref: CA35
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    7 Bedrooms
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    Sleeps 14
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  • Property Ref: CA35

Make historical memories in this 10th century mountain villa an hour from Andorra. Indulge yourself to excellent facilities including: indoor heated pool, outdoor pool, gorgeous views, river swims... Sleeps 14.

Booking information for CA35

  • The outdoor swimming pool is open from early May to end of September (weather permitting). The indoor pool is heated and suitable for swims in colder months (water temperature: 29 to 35 degrees depending on time of year).

  • Obligatory costs not included, payable locally:

    • Catalonia tourist tax must be paid to the keyholder on arrival. The tax is 1 euro per night for each person of 17 years and over (for the first 7 nights only).

  • Check-in time: from 17:00h to 22:00h; Check-out time: 11:00h

  • Pets may be permitted on previous request. Special restrictions normally apply. Please ask us.

Changeover day CA35

  • The changeover day is Friday at this property.

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Summary

Make historical memories in this 10th century mountain villa an hour from Andorra. Indulge yourself to excellent facilities including: indoor heated pool, outdoor pool, gorgeous views, river swims... Sleeps 14.

Facilities

  • Bedrooms
    7 Bedrooms
  • Bathroom
    9 Bathrooms
  • Beds
    Sleeps 14

Enjoyment

WiFi Internet; Large Flat TV / DVD; Sat TV (Astra channels); TV room; Hi-Fi (2); Indoor heated pool 7 m x 3 m with WC & shower; Gated outdoor pool 9 m x 3 m (irregular shape, 1 - 1,60 m deep); Sunloungers; Furnished porch and terraces; Covered barbecue / area / terrace with 100 m2 dining area (which includes sink, small dishwasher and fridge); Lawned gardens; Children´s play area; Well equipped Gym with Music system, Sauna & Hydrotherapy shower; Amusement arcade (with snooker, table tennis, table soccer).

Self catering

4 ring hob; Oven; Dishwasher; Microwave; Fridge / freezers (2); Kettle; Coffee making facilities; Juicer.

Practicalities

Central heating; Open fireplaces (2); A reasonable amount of firewood is included; Air conditioning (in main dining / living area); Washing machine; Iron & board; Hairdryers (2); Cot & Highchair (on request); Bed & linen included (no pool towels, please bring your own); Certified professional rodent & insect control; Private parking. 

Notes on Facilities

The indoor heated swimming pool has between 32 to 35 degrees water temperature in Winter and around 29 degrees in Summer. Room temperature here is around 30 degrees in Winter, and slightly higher in Summer.  

The property has its own fascinating little private museum with all the story of the farmhouse, please ask the property manager to see it or have access to it.

Extras

Special hygiene protocols (similar to those taken by hotels or hospitals) will be undertaken following the Covid-19 outbreak. This exceptional cleaning process will include antiviral treatment inside the property before guests check-in.
Diary rubbish collection is included.
Additional cleaning is available on request and at an additional cost.
Catering services are available on request and at an additional cost.

Layout

On several levels

Lower levels (original 10th century wing)

Large reception; Gym; Sauna; WC; TV room; Amusement arcade.

Ground floor 

Kitchen; Dining room; Living area; Utility room; Seating area; 2nd TV room / games room; WC; Bedroom 1: Double bedded (king size) with balcony and en suite bathroom; Bedroom 2: Twin bedded room with own patio / access and en suite shower room/WC; Chapel.

First floor

Bedroom 3: Twin bedded room with balcony and en suite bathroom; Bedroom 4: Twin bedded room with balcony and en suite bathroom; Bedroom 5: Double bedded room with balcony and en suite bathroom with large partly covered terrace; Bedroom 6: Twin bedded room; Bedroom 7: Double bedded with balcony and en suite bathroom.     

Exterior

Parking; Terraces; Patio; Pool area; Terraced gardens; Separate indoor pool building with 100 m2 covered terrace / dining area directly above.

Notes on Layout

Families with small children can close doors from main building into the old wing (TV room, Amusement arcade, Sauna, Gym) with steep steps which may not be considered suitable for small children.

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Overview

Some places stop you in your tracks, and glimpsing the 10th-century historical villa looming against the balmy Mediterranean backdrop of the Pyrenees, you are sure to fall for the wow factor.

Gold gleams against the evergreen trees, the peaks climb to dizzying heights, and clear waters wash down the mountainside. This is a spot where the sun spills over the lawns, you can swim in the natural water holes close by, and heavy wooden doors hide secrets from the past.

Occupied in the Spanish Civil War and with its tiny chapel and ancient museum, every nook and cranny of this home is crammed with stories.

Heavy stone, open arches, cavernous rooms, and exposed beams set the scene for a seven-bedroom property that leaves a lasting impression.

Old and new collide most dazzlingly; the 10th-century wing, with its low ceilings and high steps, has been turned into a superior games room with a pool table and cinema seating. 18th-century frescoes adorn the first floor, and a 200-year-old bathtub stands elegantly waiting for someone to take a dip.

Despite being a thousand years old, no slight hint of comfort has been sacrificed. Spacious living spaces and generous bedrooms are beautifully laid out across two floors.

Tasteful furnishings and open fireplaces make for the perfect atmosphere to curl up with a vintage bottle of wine and a good book, and terraces and balconies edge the property offering splendid views out over the hills. All the bedrooms are beautiful, with bright tiled floors, romantic lighting, and crisp linens.

Many rooms boast doorways that open to the outside world, offering a sunny place to drink your morning coffee.

The kitchen is charming, cosy, and reasonably well stocked, although you may be hard-pressed to fit 14 chefs into the space. Come rain or shine, entertainment is never scarce in this historical villa. Young and old will delight in exploring the grounds, the tiny church, the museum, and the hidden pieces of history.

There are two beautiful blue swimming pools for more modern fun – one inside and one out.

In the winter, the indoor pool remains at a blissful 30-32 degrees, and a sauna and gym help you stay active.

Children can play to their heart's content in the games room or the lovely outside park placed prettily on the lawn. Everywhere there is a feeling of serenity, generous privacy and picturesque views.

The property managers only drop by early in the morning to tend the pool and collect rubbish bags before disappearing again.

Days can be spent relaxing in the magnificent property, walking in the velvet woodlands, or driving around the winding mountain roads.

Another jewel in the crown is the calm river that runs below the house only a few steps away. This is an idyllic spot for wild swimming; you can spend the whole day plunging into the natural pools, picnicking on the rocks, and indulging in the gifts of nature.

Less than an hour away, you will find awe-inspiring Andorra with incredible tax-free shopping and a plethora of rustic mountain restaurants.

If you prefer to stay closer to home, the village of Coll de Nargo is less than ten minutes from your door and offers basic provisions and a slice of traditional Catalan life.

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Villa with views in the early folds of the Pyrenees
The views
The property is set on three levels
Location in June 2016
The house has its very own chapel!
The pool area is gated and fenced
The villa´s own chapel
History and stunning scenery together
Outdoor pool (indoor heated pool is on the left building)
Heated indoor pool
There are plenty of sunloungers
The pool is around 9 m x 3 m
The pool area is next to the villa
Total privacy
Furnished porch overlooking pool
Different terraces have been created
Kid´s area what a setting for kids to play!
Swings, slide...lawned gardens
This is the newest part of the house, dates 1780
Parking area
One of the several terraces
Doors to the oldest part of the property, 10th century
10th century hallway to gym & sauna
Gym (with sauna) is well equipped
Steps to amusement arcade
Over thousand years old steps to games area
Table tennis, soccer and a snooker too
TV room has fantastic sound thanks to pumice stone
Main living areas are on ground floor
Terrace by main villa´s door
Ancient doors
The indoor pool is located in the annexe opposite
The heated pool reaches very comfortable temperatures
The house has traditional charm
Main dining area
The villa has lounges and plenty of balconies
Dining table seats 14 people
More terraces
KItchen (additional fridge/s in utility room)
Seating area next to kitchen
Different doors to outside areas
Attention to detail
Some bedrooms have their living areas
Bedrooms with own living areas
En suite bedrooms with balcony
The floor tiles are original and beautifully preserved
This bath tub has been here for 200 years!
En suite bathroom with antique bath
Reception to 1st floor
First floor room
The property has 8 bathrooms (and 7 bedrooms)
We just love the original floors!
Some bathrooms have bathtub only (no shower over)
Bedroom with access to terrace
1st floor terrace partly covered
1st floor terrace with views to die for
Every bedroom have character
Doors to external room with patio (ruin opposite)
An old ruin and views to enjoy from patio
Romantic en suite bedroom
We loved the romantic en suite
The romantic room has lowish ceilings but it is cosy
Open any door into the nature
Large dining area on separate building
Dining room / terrace with barbceue, fridge, sink etc
Dining room / terrace views
Wire fenced pool area seen from parking area
Terraced gardens seen from above
The house seen from the path to the river
A short path from property takes you to wild swimming areas
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Location

Setting

Alt Urgell, the early folds of Catalonia Pyrenees, in the Lleida province. Well preserved and off the beaten track natural region.

Location

Access via a short tarmac road from a mountain road that links Coll d Nargo and Isona villages. In a private and extensive estate with a view of a pretty canyon area with Mediterranean / alpine forests.

Valldarques River 3 mins
Wild swimming
Coll de Nargo 7 mins
Shopping,restaurants,bakery
Seu de Urgell 30 mins
Large Pyrenees town
Andorra 55 mins
Duty free shopping, ski resorts
airport Nearest Airports
Barcelona (BCN) 2 hrs
Girona (GRO) 2 hrs 30 mins
Perpignan (PGF) 2 hrs 50 mins

Prices

Rustical Travel charges in Euros, VAT is included, no surcharges apply.

 
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05 Jan 202405/01/2024 21 Mar 202421/03/2024
€3,160
22 Mar 202422/03/2024 04 Apr 202404/04/2024
€4,310
05 Apr 202405/04/2024 25 Apr 202425/04/2024
€3,160
26 Apr 202426/04/2024 20 Jun 202420/06/2024
€3,230
21 Jun 202421/06/2024 27 Jun 202427/06/2024
€4,310
28 Jun 202428/06/2024 04 Jul 202404/07/2024
€3,380
05 Jul 202405/07/2024 25 Jul 202425/07/2024
€3,840
26 Jul 202426/07/2024 22 Aug 202422/08/2024
€4,310
23 Aug 202423/08/2024 29 Aug 202429/08/2024
€3,840
30 Aug 202430/08/2024 26 Sep 202426/09/2024
€3,230
27 Sep 202427/09/2024 19 Dec 202419/12/2024
€3,160
 
 
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Booking information for CA35

  • The outdoor swimming pool is open from early May to end of September (weather permitting). The indoor pool is heated and suitable for swims in colder months (water temperature: 29 to 35 degrees depending on time of year).

  • Obligatory costs not included, payable locally:

    • Catalonia tourist tax must be paid to the keyholder on arrival. The tax is 1 euro per night for each person of 17 years and over (for the first 7 nights only).

  • Check-in time: from 17:00h to 22:00h; Check-out time: 11:00h

  • Pets may be permitted on previous request. Special restrictions normally apply. Please ask us.

Changeover day CA35

  • The changeover day is Friday at this property.

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YOUR REVIEWS

Kate | August | 2021

We truly felt like Kings and Queens in our very own castle floating among the foothills of the Pyrenees. It is a beautifully renovated property with amazing facilities. We really didn't stray very far as we took advantage of the many different spaces to chill, read, eat, swim and play. We would love to return one day."

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Michael | July | 2021

We had a wonderful stay with 3 families (6 adults and 8 children (9 - 16 yrs)) this July. The property is spacious and its unique history and ancient vaults provide a unique atmosphere. Also unique is the privacy the property provides: from whatever window in the house or place on the property you look, you see nothing but the beautiful green mountainous landscape of the Pyrenees. The pool area is fantastic with its natural umbrella trees, just as the spacious dinner area with BBQ grill (if we'd have to suggest and improvement, it would be adding a second set of crockery and cutlery for the dinner area and renewal of the dishwasher there). Our kids had great fun in the games room. In short, an unforgettable stay and a place to get back to."

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Pamela | July | 2019

Our family of fourteen including six grandchildren had a great time. The house is characterful and the pools great fun. Our only suggestion would be to extend the size of the kitchen and equip it more thoroughly."

Rustical Update

We have informed the property manager about the kitchen equipment, and he confirmed that he will check it to see if there's anything that needs to be replenished.
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Louise | June | 2019

Our host, Francesc, did everything possible to make us comfortable and happy. The property is amazing, the scenery fabulous, and the skies at night are unbeatable with galaxies clearly visible. My only regret is that walking was not permitted in the nearby woods, and we never did find the wild pool referred to by other reviewers. However, we did enjoy kayaking locally and further afield canyoning and mountain biking. A beautiful location and a holiday to remember for us all, thank you Fransesc."

Rustical Update

We have been informed by the property manager that the local authorities have closed all the easy accesses to the nearest swimming spot in the river as it was getting too overcrowded with visitors (noise, cars, etc). But there is another spot a bit further that can be accessed and is only 3 min away by car, the property manager can provide indications for this.
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Anna | August | 2018

The house was something very magical. Not only was it nestled in the foothills of some beautiful mountains but it also had all the facilities to keep 11 people entertained for a week! Which is a lot if u know my family. Waking to breakfast on the balcony and lounging in the evenings round the inside table was something quite brilliant. Perfect for big family get togethers and special occasions. The pools were lovely as was the hidden wild swimming, as well as this it was a great joy to play table tennis when it was raining. I recommend this house wholeheartedly, it has all the charm of the past with all the trimmings of luxury."

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Maria | July | 2018

The house was fabulous! It was as beautiful as the photos! Everything was as we hoped. Our host, Francesc could not do enough to make our stay perfect! He was superb. The quiet was unexpected and welcome. All we heard was rushing water at the absolutely pristine stream, birds and cicadas. It was so peaceful. The kitchen was well equipped. The pool was clean. The bedrooms were comfortable. The museum was an added bonus and much appreciated! All in all we loved it! May be the best holiday we have ever had! We hope to be back soon. (The only drawback was the flies. The house would benefit by adding screens to the kitchen windows. No other insects bothered us.)"

Rustical Update

We have passed to the property manager the suggestion to add mosquito nets to the kitchen, and he said he will install them for next year.
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Lee | June | 2018

We arrived to be amazed at the sheer wonder and beauty of this tranquil villa and the surrounding area, we were awestruck! We met the owner who showed us around and we soon learned the property has a lot of interesting history. The interior layout made you know you were staying somewhere very special, we loved it!! It is very clean and is very well stocked with everything you need for a luxury vacation, the pool was magical under the hot sun! We had a truly wonderful stay here we felt everything was just perfect! Thank you to the owners and thank you to Rustical Travel whose arrangements were easy with no fuss and was a pleasure to deal with, we would certainly use these guys again."

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John | June | 2018

Excellent. As good as the pictures suggest and more. Very quiet and private. Beautiful scenery."

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Lori | August | 2017

We adored Villa CA35! It is a truly stunning house in a breathtaking setting. Every bedroom is gorgeous. And taking in the views from any of the balconies was wonderful. The pool area is very pretty. Fransesc and his son Joan took good care of us, not only with regard to the villa, but also offer advice about the area. We also really appreciated how well stocked the Villa was. The kitchen was fully loaded with dishes, glasses, cook ware, and every room has lots of extra blankets and towels. It was a wonderful experience to stay in such a historical villa and we all really miss it!"

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Gudberg | July | 2017

Wonderful place to visit. Great location and very good service. Would visit again. The place would though benefit from more in-room-fans and an outdoor gas grill."

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George | June | 2017

The service from staff at Rustical Travel was perfect. They always responded promptly to my questions, were polite, friendly and professional. The host was also fantastic. He was on time, helpful and kind. I couldn't have hoped for a better host. His English was good enough and he was patient with my bad spanish. The house was beyond expectations and looked even better than in the pictures. I had one of the best holidays of my life and I wouldn't hesitate to book a holiday with Rustical Travel again. I have already recommended the company to my friends and family and plan on booking another holiday with you soon. Many, many thanks!"

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