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Villa |4 bedrooms |Sleeps 8

Sorede in Argeles

From £750 per week

7 nights minimum stay

Changeover Saturday

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Key info  Swimming pool, beach or lakeside relaxation, air conditioning, balcony/terrace, car advised, private garden, no pets allowed

About the home

This recently-refurbished villa is now available for holidays in this lovely and sunny part of France. With modern and comfortable air-conditioned accommodation for 8 people, it's own pool and a large Jacuzzi spa, it offers a very relaxing location for family or group holidays.

Situated a short walk from the centre of a pretty and peaceful traditional French village, and just a few minutes drive from sandy Mediterranean beaches, this villa will appeal to lovers of nature, walking, cycling, swimming, scuba diving, horseriding, golf, or to anyone who just needs a well-earned rest!. It is only 15 minutes from the beaches and rocky coves of the Vermillion coast, about 30 minutes south of the regional capital of Perpignan, and a short drive from the Costa Brava in Spain.

The historic and picturesque medieval towns of Ceret and Collioure are very close and must be visited for their abundant fiestas and markets. The historic Cathar castles are not far away, in fact many local villages bear traces of medieval history. St Genis des Fontaines church has a Roman fresco dating from the 13th c.

Facilities

Further details indoors:
Tastefully and originally decorated by a local artist, the comfortabe and airy interior benefits from reversible airconditioning. This and a log fire make sure the villa is comfortable all-year round.

Further details outdoors:
Hardwood deck with sun loungers overlooking pool, terrace and Jacuzzi spa

Further details

Welcome pack provided on arrival.
Swimming pool available May to October.
English-speaking representative available to answer any questions.

Conditions

Not suitable for under-5's due to large openings between mezzanine landing bannisters.

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Casa Encantadora from the front

 

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View from the front bedroom

 

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Deck and swimming pool

 

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Front garden and Jacuzzi

The Languedoc-Roussillon / Pyrenees-Orientales region

Apart from its excellent climate (300 days of sunshine a year), the area boasts a wide range of attractions including the lively resort of Argèles, the pretty medieval fishing port of Collioure and the charming and historic artists' village of Ceret.

The regional capital of Perpignan, 34km, is bursting with historic sites including the Palace of the Kings of Mallorca, plus many intriguing museums, local shops and markets. The African Wildlife Reserve at Sigean, north of Perpignan, contains as much big game as you could wish for. If shopping is your thing then you can easily drive up into the high Pyrénées and shop in tax-free Andorra.

If you prefer hiking or biking, then the local hills provide many interesting trails. The GR10 coast-to-coast footpath crosses the head of the Vallee Heureuse just a few Km away. For the more energetic it is even possible to walk over the hills into Spain, have lunch, and walk back again!. The area is famous for its therapeutic Spas, as the names of several local villages such as Thermes du Boulou and Amélie Les Bains attest.

The Argeles / Sorede area

Sorède itself is a small traditional village with origins dating back to 981AD, but has several tourist attractions, including a Valley of Tortoises, a train museum, the Castle of Ultrera and a unique whip-making factory!. An open-air cinema in summer, boules competitions and many other lively events are organized by the local Mairie. Horse-riding, bike rental, windsurfing, water-skiing, a water park and and paragliding are available at Argèles, and the nearest Golf Course is at St-Cyprien just 20km away.

How to get there

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By Car... From Perpignan, take the Autoroute A9 south towards Barcelona. Exit at Le Boulou and follow signs to Argeles-sur-Mer. After about 10km (Palau del Vidre/St Andre exit) turn right towards Sorède, you will find the village after about 2km. Exact details will be given with final booking confirmation.

By Train/Bus... You can take Eurostar from Waterloo and be sitting in the centre of Perpignan, aperitif in hand, some 12 hours later! Eurostar connects with the efficient TGV via Lille or Paris and you can sit back and relax while the gorgeous French coutryside rolls by. Trains run to Argeles-sur-Mer and from there either buses or taxis will take you to Sorede.

By Plane... Daily flights to Perpignan from Stansted (Ryanair) or Flybe from Southampton in summer. Ryanair also fly to Girona in Spain (1-1/2 hrs drive to Sorède. Toulouse, Carcassonne and Montpellier airports are all within 2 - 2 1/2 hours drive.

Most major car hire firms are represented at these airports, we find National at Perpignan to be fairly reasonable (Novacarhire on the web). Door-to-door transfers from the airport can be arranged if required.

Activities near Argeles

Guestbook for Casa Encantadora

"Peaceful and laid-back area; just right for a restful holiday" Mr Elder, Sept '06
"All in all, an excellent holiday - great accommodation, loads to see - chill out and have fun" Mrs Richards, Aug '06
"Thank you very much from all of us for letting us use your wonderful villa. We had a great time in Sorede - what a find! ............... Casa Encantadora was certainly something special and the weather made it perfect." Mr I. Murray Christmas '06
"Thank you for letting out your villa to us. We had a great time and the kids loved the pool. Sorede is a lovely little place and the locals are so helpful and really make you welcome." L. Garrigan Aug '07

"We have just returned from our holiday at your house in Sorede and had a wonderful time. We found the house very relaxing and its location was perfect for a mixture of French life in the village and days out at the beach. We had fantastic weather and enjoyed both the pool for cooling off and the hut tub for relaxing!" D. Howells Aug '09

Rental prices

Prices for group size 8
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Mid season	26 May 12	1 Jul 12	750£ 750	0-	0-	1 Week
High season	1 Jul 12	1 Sep 12	1000£ 1000	0-	0-	1 Week
Mid season	1 Sep 12	27 Oct 12	750£ 750	0-	0-	1 Week

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.

Prices include pool May to September, Jacuzzi all year round.

Short breaks available out of season - please enquire

Change over day is now Saturday

Taxe de sejour now included.

Availability

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6 years listed You are contacting Leigh Foster Landline +44 1483 267348 Mobile n/a Web Visit site Payment accepted Credit cards accepted PayPal accepted Languages spoken The owner is based in the United Kingdom and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2005. This villa has so far received 0 reviews.