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Townhouse |3 bedrooms |Sleeps 6

Maureillas in Ceret

from £36 / night

£250–£500 / weekBookable online

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3 nights minimum stay

Changeover flexible

5 out of 5

11 reviews | Write a review

Key info  Beach or lakeside relaxation, balcony/terrace, car advised, no pets allowed

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About the home

The property is a traditional Catalan village house, recently renovated and updated, but retaining its original charm. Its position is superb, offering the best of village life (shops within 2 minutes' walk) but also close to the vineyards, Mediterranean forest and mountains.

Walking and hiking, mountain biking, swimming (either at the nearby lake or at the beautiful sandy beaches 30 minutes drive away), tennis, water sports, skiing and many other attractions are within easy reach. The nearest town, Ceret, boasts a renowned museum of modern art, a lively Saturday market and street festivals all year round.

The house is a mere 5km to the Spanish border, with Girona and Barcelona easily accessible by car or train. Local ski resorts are just 90 minutes away. Perfect for summer stays, and is also lovely in the autumn and winter. Longterm lets considered.

Facilities

Further details indoors:
The 3-storey townhouse has charm, views and all mod cons. On the ground floor there is a sunny open-plan sitting room with French windows looking out onto a balcony and glorious mountain views. The adjoining kitchen/dining area is fully-equipped with all cooking facilities and a dishwasher, and there is a large dining table and chairs. The connecting utility room has a washing machine. The sitting room has a flat-screen TV which receives UK and French channels, and there is a DVD player.

On the first floor there is a double room, a twin bedroom, a modern bathroom with shower and a separate WC. The top floor has a large airy attic room with a double sofa-bed, a DVD player and various children's toys and books. Wi-fi internet access is available, and a high chair and cot are also available on demand.

The house keeps cool in summer, and in winter is very cozy with radiators in every room and electric blankets on the beds.

There is free parking throughout the village, very close to the house.

Further details outdoors:
The ground floor sitting room opens onto a balcony with a table and 2 chairs, which overlooks a delightfully leafy church square.

The square has benches which overlook the glorious view of the fields, vineyards and mountains. There is a children's playground within 5 minutes' walk of the house, and there are sporting facilities in the village (tennis, football, basketball, skateboarding).

Further details

Welcome pack provided on arrival.
Babysitting services available on request.
Cycle hire available locally.
Maps and guides supplied.

Conditions

Discounts for periods of 2 weeks or more.
We are sorry but no pets allowed in the house.
No smoking, apart from on the balcony.
The house is not suitable for people with mobility problems due to stairs to the house and between floors.
25% of rental fee is due 6 weeks before your visit to secure the booking.
We request £120 security deposit, returnable within 2 weeks of the rental period.

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The house

 

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The view from the balcony

 

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The tv/sitting area

 

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The dining/kitchen area

The Languedoc-Roussillon / Pyrenees-Orientales region

The Pyrenees-Orientales region is one of France's best-kept secrets. It has a dramatically varied landscape, a rich history of invasion and rebellion, a wonderful climate with over 300 days of sunshine a year, and a fascinating combination of French and Catalan cultures.

There are huge sandy beaches, snow-capped mountains, dramatic castles, sleepy villages, bustling markets and some superb wines and food. Seasons and festivals are recognised and celebrated, people have time to stop and chat, and visitors are always made welcome. Places within easy reach of Maureillas are:

Argeles and Le Racou - Beautiful big sandy beaches and warm seas
Collioure - Fascinating fishing village with a strong artistic past
Cathar castles - Incredible castles from the 12th and 13th centuries clinging to the tops of mountains
Ceret - Very popular town with superb Saturday market and renowned museum of modern art
Mount Canigou - Highest mountain in the area, and with a strong link to the Catalan culture
The Little Yellow Train - Open-air train which winds up the valley with amazing views
Spain - Only a few minutes away, with the delights of Figueres (Dali museum), the Costa Blanca, Girona and Barcelona within easy reach

The Ceret / Maureillas area

Maureillas is a lively village in the summer, with festivals every weekend in July and August.

Ceret has strong associations with artists such as Picasso and Dufy, and its Museum of Modern Art draws visitors all year round. It also has an excellent Saturday market, interesting shops and a variety of good restaurants.

St Jean-Pla-de-Corts is a pretty nearby town with a superb swimming lake where there are water activities, boat hire and a delightful lakeside restaurant.

The famous GR10 walking route (coast to coast) comes near to Maureillas. This region is ideal for walkers and cyclists of all abilities.

How to get there

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Low-cost flights to Perpignan and Girona (under 1 hour away), as well as Carcasonne, Beziers, Montpellier, Marseille, Toulouse and Barcelona (2 hours away).

Activities near Ceret

Reviews

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05 Nov 2012

“Cool Catalan Village Apartment” Stunning view of Pyrenees in this cool village pad. Great base for exploring beaches of the Vermilion Coast and Costa Brava. 3 bedroom, though one a kids attic retreat (with separate Tv) in great little mountain village. Short stroll through narrow medieval lane ways takes you to restaurant and town bar. Great pizza place down another lane. For a taste of Catalan village life this place can't be beat. 5 min from Ceret with its epic weekend market, funky art gallery, rugby team and tree lined streets. Owner Penny is v helpful and full of local tips. We stayed 2 weeks in the off season and loads to do. Response: Thanks for your great comments, glad you all had a good time. Penny

18 Oct 2012

“My second visit this year” This was my second stay this year in this delightful house. I found it even better equippped this time - just small improvements but the owners seem to have thought of everything. The house is so central that it is only 2 mins' walk to the shops and wonderful buses for which one pays just one euro for two hours' travel. I even reached Vernet-les-Bains for one euro! I found the neighbours particularly friendly and found it hard to drag myself away from this super litle house in a region that has everything - mountains, sea, vineyards and excellent small shops. I plan to return early next year ... No 11 is a real home from home. Response: Thanks so much for your lovely review. We look forward to seeing you for your next visit to Maureillas!

07 Sep 2012

“Lovely location and village” Thank you very much Penny & family. We really enjoyed staying in your property. We arrived tired and weary after driving from Paris. Penny had provided a welcome pack and popped by to make sure we... more Response: Many thanks, Lucy. Glad you all enjoyed your stay! Penny

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18 Jul 2012

“Great location, friendly village and charming host” The gite was well and thoughtfully equipped, cosy and overlooked a small, quiet church square. The small balcony, accessed from the sitting area, was perfect for standing in and admiring the view towards Canigou. Maureillas itself was a very friendly village totally unspoilt by tourism. It had an excellent restaurant and a bar on the other side of the square, the restaurant was so good that we ate out most evenings. I would certainly recommended it to anyone looking for a holiday rental near the Spanish border. Response: Many thanks for your lovely review. I hope you see you in this area again! Penny

08 Jun 2012

“Wonderful and authentic French village house with all mod cons!” The house is well situated for Ceret, beaches, Collioure and Spain. Well equipped, light and airy. The church yard immediately outside can be enjoyed at any time and this makes up for the lack of outside space. The facilities inside the house are well-thought out and generous. Maureillas itself has 2 restaurants, bakeries and a laid-back charm. Great for families and older couples.

19 Mar 2012

“brilliant holiday” had the best holiday here. great little house, great villiage in a fantastic and beautiful area. perfect for the sea, the mountains and kid freindly village.

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14 Feb 2012

“I'll be returning in September - why go elsewhere?” After nearly thirty years of renting gites and cottages in France, I have never found cleaner or better-equipped accommodation that this. It is a very welcoming little house with French and English TV, lots of books, DVDs and children's games. Situated right in the heart of the village, it is 3 mins' walk to the bus stops (fom whence one can go to Ceret, Perpignan or Argeles for just one euro) and the shops. I found the owners and the neighbours most friendly and I was made welcome at the Bridge Club and other local organisations. I shall be returning in September - why go elsewhere?

28 Dec 2011

“The accommodation was very comfortable, the village friendly and the view of Canigou from the balcony just stunning” This town house, in the small village of Maureillas in the south of France at the eastern end of the Pyrenees, proved to be an excellent base for our holiday. The accommodation was very comfortable, the village friendly and the view of Canigou from the balcony just stunning. The owners live locally and are on hand for help and advice. We enjoyed fresh bread each day from the one or other of two boulangeries (terrific tartiflette and tartes au citron from Al Forn, 30 rue Longue) and we were lucky enough to be there during the 'Maureillas Carnaval' and while the cherry trees were in flower. We walked for miles in the forested mountains, enjoying the Mediterranean vegetation, flowers and the many different butterflies, including a Camberwell Beauty! We visited nearby Céret often and can recommend Quattrocentro in La Place des Neuf Jets as our favourite place to eat. We also visited Carcassonne; an interesting day out. The walking and cycling potential of the area is extensive, the weather excellent, the locals friendly and the bread fresh & hot. We usually come home thinking 'lovely holiday, where will we go next', but this is an area we'll return to, to explore further.

06 Oct 2011

“Our second stay-no better compliment!” We have stayed twice in three years. The property is very accurately described on the website we used to book. The local (English) owners are very friendly and helpful. There are no disappointments!

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05 Sep 2011

“Rue de l'Elise Cest Magnifique” We stayed for 2 weeks, a lovely quiet location ideal for touring the area, 20 minutes to fabulous beaches, 20 minutes to the pyrenees, 30 minutes to perpignan, or 1 1/2 hour drive to Barcelona, which we did and stayed 2 nights. The house was ideal for a family, comfortable, clean, Penny and her husband could not have been more helpful, Wi fi kept dad and kids happy english channels kept mum happy, but truthfully we wernt in much too much to see and do, we all want to go back soon, thank you Penny. Response: Thanks for your feedback, very much appreciated. A bientot! Penny

05 Sep 2011

“Charming situation, well equipped” The maison de Village is in a lovely situation adjoining the church courtyard and has a lovely view. It is above a road, but quite high above it and the traffic didn't bother us at all. The only negative comment is that whilst the sitting area/kitchen/toilet and bathroom have all been re-floored, the small bedrooms have not and the very old tiles gives them a bit of a grubby look. You got used to it though. Beds and linen all comfortable and good condition. Great for the kids as they had their own den upstairs in the attic bedroom. Fortunately the church has changed their policy of ringing the bells every 15 minutes and now its every half hour and they have a break between 11 pm and 7.00 am. What basic amenities Maureillas has, they were on the doorstep or a few minutes walk away - 2 bakeries, small grocery store, 1 restaurant, excellent pizza take away joint, butchery, ATM machine. Penny was extremely helpful, warm and friendly. The apartment had everything we needed - modern well equipped kitchen, cooler bag for picnics etc. Really enjoyed the stay. Response: Many thanks for your kind feedback. Your thoughts re the tiles are useful - we have kept them as they are original Catalan tiles and are in character with the house. But we'll try to spruce them up a bit. A bientot! Penny

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Rental prices

Prices for group size 6
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Mid season	1 Sep 11	1 Nov 11	350£ 350	60£ 60	60£ 60	3 Nights
Low season	1 Nov 11	1 Apr 12	250£ 250	40£ 40	-	3 Nights
Mid season	1 Apr 12	1 Jul 12	350£ 350	50£ 50	-	3 Nights
High season	1 Jul 12	1 Sep 12	500£ 500	80£ 80	-	1 Week
Mid season	1 Sep 12	1 Nov 12	350£ 350	50£ 50	-	3 Nights
Low season	1 Nov 12	1 Apr 13	250£ 250	40£ 40	-	3 Nights
Mid season	1 Apr 13	1 Jul 13	350£ 350	50£ 50	-	3 Nights
High season	1 Jul 13	1 Sep 13	500£ 500	80£ 80	-	1 Week
Mid season	1 Sep 13	1 Nov 13	350£ 350	50£ 50	-	3 Nights
Low season	1 Nov 13	1 Apr 14	250£ 250	40£ 40	-	3 Nights

The property's weekend rates apply to: Saturday and Sunday nights

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

25% deposit required on confirming booking with balance due 8 weeks before rental period.

£150 security deposit requested, returnable within 2 weeks of visit.

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