Our house with top village in backgound (1/16)
Top part of village (2/16)
View from in front of our house (3/16)
Your lounge (4/16)
Yoga/games room (5/16)
Your kitchen (6/16)
Bedroom 1 (7/16)
Bedroom 1 (8/16)
Bedroom 2 (9/16)
Bedroom 3 (10/16)
Young people's bedroom (takes 3) (11/16)
Sauna power shower (12/16)
Upstairs bathroom (13/16)
Upstairs washroom (14/16)
Monastery of Poblet (15/16)
Monastery of Santes Creus (16/16)
Rural Catalan Beauty
Farmhouse Ref: 07268
- Sleeps 10
- Self Catering
- 4 Bedrooms
- No Smoking
- 3 Bathrooms
- Pets Considered
- Spectacular views
Well-renovated
On ancient track - Car essential
Changeover
Flexible
Nearest Airport: Reus (39km)
Description
Located on the outskirts of a historical picturesque farming village, which itself is situated on a mountain-top overlooking the beautiful wide valley of the Conca de Barberŕ in the northern limits of the province of Tarragona, where we offer you B&B-style accomodation, more-or-less vegetarian and non-smoking, in a friendly and comfortable atmosphere
With the village strategically situated on the Route of the Cisters, and the public rambling route GR Saint James' Track passing in front of the house, giving easy access to the 3 famous historic monasteries, Santes Creus, historically fascinating, Vallbona de les Monges, quaint and still functionning, and Poblet, beautiful and much-appreciated
This being a mountain-top village, there are unparallelled views over the wide valley of the Conca de Barberŕ right the way down to the sea 50kms away, and from behind the village we see the whole long chain of the Pyrenees, covered in snow except in summer.
So apart from a walk up to the top part of the village for the views and to visit the 1000-year-old Romanic church and wander round the old village, or taking a walk in the local countryside to visit the ancient spring or to pick aromatic plants, there many interesting visits to be made locally.
The great advantage of staying up in our village and not down in the humid sweltering heat of the coast in summer, is that although it may be as hot outside as the coast on a very sunny day, in the evening there is a delicious freshness, when one can open the windows and let the cool into the house, keeping them closed during the day, as the very thick s stone walls of the house keep a steady temperature of 20-23şC in summer and with the heating on the rest of the year at a steady 18-20ş.
Unless you come in your own car, you can be met at the airport (Reus - free, - Barcelona 30€ charge) and helped with accepting a hire car (best booked previously), and we will show you which routes to take. We can guide you on visiting nice places nearby and you can take walks nearby or round the village, or stay and rest or study in the relaxing atmosphere of the recently and tastefully renovated house.
Our place is in the lower part of the village, which avoids being shrouded in clouds as is the top part when it's cloudy, but just as cool in summer, and is at more or less the same altitude as several local places that can be cycled to (we have 2 bikes we can hire you very cheaply) along the tracks improved by the windmill installers. The windmills provide great wondering for younger visitors, and although initially their presence scared off most of our local eagle population, recently we have been noticing the return of soaring great birds of prey in the skies over the Conca..
The house is equipped with solar-heated hot water, which has electric back-up in case the sun doesn't shine in more than 2 days, which is extremely rare. There are either summer or winter duvets on all the beds. The windows are fitted with anti-fly screens, and there are virtually no mosquitos in the whole village. Each guest is provided with a hand and shower towel, which are checked before departure, as is the kitchen equipment. The flushes in the 4 separate WC's and the water taps are fitted with water-saving devices, and the central heating is a special low-consumption electric system. There is a big satellite dish, so in the visitor lounge, (shared by the 4 double bedrooms) the TV receiver gives all the Spanish channels and Sat TV.
We now have wi-fi via sat; enough to search and read emails with.
Accomodation inscribed in the Official Tourism Registry with the number HUTT-5412.
Location of holiday rental near Montblanc, Costa Dorada/Tarragona, Catalonia
| Holiday Type: | Beach, Rural, Historic/Sightseeing, Town/City |
| Local Activities: | Swimming/Watersports, Walking, Horse Riding, Cycling/Mountain Biking, Local Market |
| Nearest Airport: | Reus Barcelona Lleida |
39km 115km 60km |
|---|---|---|
| Nearest Railway Station: | Montblanc | 10km |
| Nearest Ferry Port: | Barcelona | 120km |
| Nearest Bus Station: | Santa Coloma de Queralt | 15km |
| Nearest Beach: | Tarragona | 50km |
| Nearest Pub/Restaurant: | Mirador de Forčs | 0.5km |
Location description
Located on the outskirts of a historical picturesque farming village, which itself is situated on a mountain-top overlooking the beautiful wide valley of the Conca de Barberŕ in the northern limits of the province of Tarragona.
Other activities
We are very lucky to have a few minutes drive away the brand-new 5-star thermal spring establishment of Rocallaura, extremely well-equipped and guaranteed to make you feel a new person in two hours. We have multi-ticket entries which reduce the price from 23 to 15€ all-in. We have also installed a foot-massage and steam sauna therapy cabin on the ground floor next to the yoga room; afterwards you feel 50 times better than taking a shower. Cost 3€ per half-hour session. Horse-riding. Walking. Good value gastronomy. Museums of Modern Art or Rural Life 15km.
Local events
Mediaeval week of Saint George (Jordi) in Montblanc last week of April, first of May.
Tarrega Theatre Festival, the best in Spain, 2nd week of September.
Valls festival week of Castelllers in Spring. All local towns and villages have their "Festa Mayor" usually in July or August.
Tourist attractions
Link to Ruta del Cister
http://www.larutadelcister.info/index.php?lang=es
http://www.madteam.net/rutas/senderismo/la-ruta-del-cster.mrius
Route of the 'art nouveau' wine cellars
Link: Ruta dels Cellers Modernistes:
http://www.concadebarbera.info/quefer/rutesconca/en_rutesperlaconca.php
The rich local gastronomy, such as "calcots" or "xató" Link: http://www.ctv.es/USERS/albertb/conca_de_barbera3.htm
Excursions on foot or bicycle nearby:
http://www.concadebarbera.info/quefer/senderisme/en_senderisme.php
of which, the High Corb valley: http://www.concadebarbera.info/quefer/senderisme/corb1.php
or nearer, the route around Vallfogona de Riucorb: http://www.concadebarbera.info//quefer/senderisme/entornvallfogona.html
Possibility of Nordic Walking. Morning session: 15€ per person. Minimum 3 or 4 persons Link: http://nordicwalking.co.uk/?page=about_nordic_walking&c=2
Thermal spas: Rocallaura Montblanc mediaeval citadel town:
http://www.montblancmedieval.cat/en/mapa Birthplace of art
Nouveau – Noucentista architecture (Gaudi) Museum in Valls and Reus: Gaudi Centre Reus: http://www.gaudicentre.cat/en
Espluga de Francoli – natural caves with illuminated underground river. Museum of rural life. http://www.vegueries.com/asp/puebloverENG.asp?Id=603
Horse Riding stables near Poblet.
50 km. away from Tarragona and its wonderful beaches
115km from Barcelona.
Directions
If you're flying into Reus, arrange by phone with us previously and we'll come and meet you. Also for Barcelona T1 or T2, with a charge of 30€ for juice, and exact flight details needed. There are 5 trains a day from Barcelona to Montblanc, which costs 10€. We can meet you there.
By car: it's near the main road from Montblanc to Tarrega; we'll give you detailed instructions if needed.
Accommodation, Facilities and Services
| Suitability: | No Smoking, Pets Considered |
| General: | Central heating, Electric Fan/s, Internet Access, Bicycles, Sauna Thick stone walls obviate the need for air-conditioning in summer and house and roof are well-insulated |
| Bedrooms: | 4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10 2 Double/s, 2 Twin/s, 1 Put up bed/s These are on the top floor, in self-contained most agreeable apartment. On the ground floor there is a |
| Bathrooms: | 3 Bathroom/s 2 Shower/s, 3 Wash basin/s, 3 Toilets/s Ground-floor bathroom has a power-shower cabin with steam sauna and foot-massage incorporated with chromotherapy and music. Cost 5€ per half-hour session, free once a day for those staying in |
| Lounge: | Seating for 10 people TV, Satellite/Cable TV, Radio, DVD Player, Board Games, Books/Magazines Bring your own darts for dartboard. |
| Dining Area: | Seating for 8 people Downstairs in the yoga room a big table on trestles can be put up quickly |
| Kitchen/Utility: | Oven, Hob, Fridge, Freezer, Microwave, Kettle, Toaster, Coffee maker, Dishwasher, Washing machine Oven is pizza oven, one at a time; heats a bought pizza in under 10min once hot |
| Outdoors: | BBQ BBQ is at the top of the mountain, 200m away, and well-equipped |
| Access: | Car essential, Off road parking, Stairs If you do not have the possibility of hiring a car, from 1pm onwards we will take you to a nice cheap restaurant of high gastronomical standard, and for the rest of the afternoon and evening, we will take you to visit nice places.This for 15€ per person per day, minimum charge 40€. In the mornings you can take walks nearby or round the village, or stay and rest or study in the relaxing atmosphere of the house. |
| Services: |
Linen provided, Towels provided The 30€ charge for cleaning after your stay can be waived if you leave the appart reasonably clean. Reasonably cleans means that we only have to change the beds and spend an hour or so making the place perfect for the next guests. Irf various hours cleaning are needed after you, we will have to call in the cleaning lady, which costs 30€. |
| Meals: | Breakfast We provide a good amplified breakfast for 5€ a head optional. (not just Continental; includes cereals, yogurt, fruit, cheese, tomato, of quality ingredients) We will aid you by showing you the local supermarkets for you to get something you like to heat up in the well-equipped kitchen for supper. For lunch, local complete menus cost between 10-14€ and are of excellent standard; this area is famous for ite gastronomy. Price doubles at weekends. |
| Facilities in each room: | TV Apart from Sat TV in lounge, big double bedroom has a Spanish TV. |
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Rates
| Period | Weekend per night | Midweek per night | Minimum Stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 2th to July 3rd 2018 | €20 | €20 | 2 Days |
| July 3rd to August 31st 2017 | €25 | €25 | 2 Days |
| September 1st to 7th | €20 | €20 | 2 Days |
| 7th to 11th Sept. Tarrega Theatre Festival | €25 | €25 | 2 Days |
| From March 6th. to March 27th 2018 | €20 | €20 | 2 Days |
| Easter 2017 March 28th to April 2nd | €25 | €25 | 3 Days |
| Xmas 2017 22nd-30th Dec | €25 | €25 | 3 Days |
| New Year/Ańo Nuevo 30th Dec- 2nd Jan | €30 | €30 | 2 Days |
| Jan 3rd to 7th 2016 | €25 | €25 | 2 Days |
| closed Jan to March 5th | - | - | - |
| Sept. 15th to Dec.5th | €20 | €20 | 2 Days |
| Dec 6th to Dec 22nd | €25 | €25 | 2 Days |
Please Note: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion. Currency conversions are not guaranteed to be accurate.
Deposit/Booking Notes
Prices are Per Person per night.
No cards. Paypal or OK Pay for 80€ deposit needed for reservation
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Owner Details
Owner Name:
Rural Horizons
Property Ref:
07268
Languages Spoken:
English, Spanish, French, Catalan
Preferred Contact Method:
Enquiry Form
Primary Telephone:
0034977107320
Secondary Telephone:
0034608859620
Owner joined website:
18 June 2013
Property listed since:
26 June 2013
Link to owners website:
www.ruralhorizons.org
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Owner Details
Owner Name: Rural Horizons
Property Ref: 07268
Languages Spoken: English, Spanish, French, Catalan
Preferred Contact Method: Enquiry Form
Primary Telephone: 0034977107320
Secondary Telephone: 0034608859620
Owner joined website: 18 June 2013
Property listed since: 26 June 2013
Link to owners website: www.ruralhorizons.org
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