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Apartment |3 bedrooms |Sleeps 6

Collioure in Languedoc-Roussillon

£unknown / week

1 night minimum stay

Changeover flexible

4 out of 5

6 reviews | Write a review

Key info  Beach or lakeside relaxation, air conditioning, balcony/terrace, car not necessary, private garden, may take pets - please enquire

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About the home

This apartment is for families and couples. It strengths include its location within the Old Town (about 20 metres from the market square) and features of the apartment itself. These include:
• its spaciousness (3 good-sized double bedrooms and an equally roomy dining-living area and kitchen)
• the delightful and very private outside garden/courtyard area
• the stylish interior and beautiful light inside the house (with views from most rooms to the hills and the town).

Important too in Collioure is that it is wonderfully quiet – the market place, the beaches, cafes and restaurants, galleries and other shops can be absolutely humming…but you take a few short steps and are in a tranquil home away from home. (See 'further details' below for more on what makes it special.)

Facilities

Further details indoors:
This apartment is on the top (third) floor of a house opposite the market place. Access is via easy external steps (see photo).

Features previous renters have commented on (in addition to those highlighted under ‘home description’) include the quality finishings and extra little touches (eg. the light fittings) – these reflect the owners’ own experiences as experienced travellers. Nicci, your point of contact, has extensive experience in the travel industry (firstly in her homeland New Zealand and in Fiji and then in the UK and Europe more broadly).

The apartment was fully renovated in winter-spring 2007, so is fresh, bright and maintained to a high standard.

With reverse cycle air conditioning, the apartment is perfect for visits not only in summer when Collioure is a prized holiday location but also in each of the other seasons, including winter when Collioure shows a much more private side of itself.

Further details outdoors:
Whilst this apartment is on the 3rd level of a house, it has a private garden area on this level (the house is built against a large rock and essentially the house is on top of the rock). It is very private and tranquil and the light is superb. This garden area is very rare in rental properties in the old town. This outdoor area is one of the key hightlights to this property and what is most enjoyed by all clients over the last 3 years.

Further details

Rental is by the week with changeover days being Saturdays (although between October and April, inclusive) changeover may be possible at other times of week to fit with cheaper airline travel dates.

Conditions

To secure reservations, a 20% non refundable deposit is required with the balance of payment due 6 weeks prior to the date your holiday commences.

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"secret" private garden and outdoor entertaining area

 

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living room

 

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spacious, tranquil and light main bedroom

The Languedoc-Roussillon / Pyrenees-Orientales region

Fly to Perpignan (30 mins away), Girona or Carcassone (1.25 hours away) from Stanstead, or from Ireland fly to either Girona or Carcassone (all by Ryanair). Aer Lingus also flies to Barcelona or Toulouse (2.5 hours). Car hire is easily available at each airport, or there is an excellent train and bus service from Perpignan to Collioure. A car is not necessary to enjoy Collioure, but there are many interesting places nearby to visit if you have one!

Until Louis XIV acquired the Roussillon at the Treaty of the Pyrenees in 1659 the province belonged to Spain. The castle of St Elme immediately above the house was built by the Emperor Charles V in 1530. The Catalan language, formerly spoken by almost all the inhabitants of Collioure, can still be heard in the narrow winding streets.

The Collioure area

Collioure is the jewel of the Cote Vermeille. It has a perfect small harbour, on one side a 12C Chateau Royal and the other a fortified church. In the immediate area there are 4 very good beaches. Behind the beach, a delightful maze of narrow streets, with cafes, bars, artists' galleries and shops. There are many walks through the foothills of the Pyrenees through beautiful vineyards and olive groves. Summer time has regular boat trips to Argeles sur Mer or Port Vendres and Banyuls.

Market days are Wednesdays and Sundays. They feature high quality local produce. In summer there are a variety of concerts, fetes and street theatre. Being in the Catalan area, Collioure is enriched by both French and Spanish influences. It is famous for artists such as Matisse, Durain and Picasso, and writers such as Patrick O'Brian; also for anchovies, wine, absolute charm and beauty, and more than 320 days of sunshine per annum.

How to get there

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Closest airports are Perpignan and Girona which both offer various options for flights. driving time from Perpignan to Collioure is about 40 minutes and from Girona 90 minutes. There is also an overnight train from Paris, departing Gare Austerliz in the evening, arriving Collioure 0730 or there abouts (timetables vary at different times of the year).

Activities near Collioure

Reviews

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21 Jul 2012

“Amazing location in a fabulous town” We love Collioure and this flat was great for a party of family and friends as it was so near the town and meant we could all do our own thing. It is not noisy though and has a sweet garden.

30 Jun 2012

“Disaster” We have just come back from a week at this appartement and I have to say how extremely disappointed we were. The floors were dirty, the bathroom was small with a broken light and door, the TV did... more

10 Jun 2012

“Brilliant apartment, brilliant position, shame about the bathroom!” The apartment was roomy, airy, well furnished and in a perfect position – very near everything and everywhere! Although the weather wasn't good enough for us to use the little garden during our week we could see that it would be a real asset in better weather. The agents, who live in the flat below, were very friendly and helpful, particularly regarding parking which can be a problem in Collioure even in May. We understand that the old bullring near the station is being replaced by a large parking area so this should be less of a problem in the future. Nicci provided a folder of useful local information which was very useful and Bane, the agent, was always ready with help and advice. The only downside was the bathroom which did not meet the high standard of the rest of the apartment – it was clean but small and cramped and the shower was far from user friendly! Would we go back to this apartment? Yes, definitely!

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08 Apr 2012

“Perfect accommodation, perfect location in perfect Collioure” We have stayed at Rue Michelet several times over the past four years and have no hesitation in recommending it. Nicci and her family lived in the lower part of the house when we first stayed there... more

09 Feb 2012

“It doesn't get better than this... our 4th stay is coming up” We are repeat guests at this apartment. We have stayed here for 3 years, which I think speaks for itself. Things we particularly appreciate include that it is close to everything being less than 5 minutes walk to the shops, cafes and beach. The apartment is very spacious and well set up - with a family it means we can eat in regularly, which is an important consideration for us when choosing where to go. We love the garden. Also, we have found the property manager to be friendly and most helpful - especially with parking. This apartment is perfect for families or just 2 (my sister and her husband have stayed there as a couple). Nicci, the owner who we met some years back when she was personally managing the property, also has a smaller apartment that we stayed in the first year (on rue Arago). It is a delightful apartment, although up some very steep stairs, so wont suit everyone. It has two bedrooms whereas we now need three, so have made this apartment our holiday home. We have just made a booking for 2012, so it will be our fifth year of staying in one or other of these apartments. We note that Nicci finally has her own website: www.colliourefrancerental.com. We are very happy to recommend these apartments to anyone looking for somewhere in Collioure.

20 Oct 2011

“Charming, characterful with the blessing of a shady small garden” What a lovely place. We particularly appreciated the good décor and useful and aesthetically attractive furniture. Someone has put a lot of thought into it — the sofa — the dining table — the armoire... more

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Rental prices

Prices for group size 6
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
nov/dec 2010	27 Nov 10	26 Dec 10	700£ 700	-	-	1 Week
New Year	26 Dec 10	2 Jan 11	900£ 900	-	-	1 Week
Jan 2011	2 Jan 11	17 Apr 11	700£ 700	-	-	1 Week
Easter/Pacques	17 Apr 11	1 May 11	850£ 850	-	-	1 Week
May 2011	1 May 11	5 Jun 11	750£ 750	-	-	1 Week
june	5 Jun 11	26 Jun 11	950£ 950	-	-	1 Week
july/august	26 Jun 11	28 Aug 11	1300£ 1300	-	-	1 Week
sept	28 Aug 11	2 Oct 11	950£ 950	-	-	1 Week
oct	2 Oct 11	30 Oct 11	850£ 850	-	-	1 Week
nov/dec 2011	30 Oct 11	26 Dec 11	650£ 650	-	-	1 Week
Christmas	26 Dec 11	1 Jan 12	900£ 900	-	-	1 Week
jan/april	1 Jan 12	1 Apr 12	650£ 650	-	-	1 Week
	1 Apr 12	15 Apr 12	850£ 850	-	-	1 Week
april may	15 Apr 12	3 Jun 12	700£ 700	-	-	1 Week
jun	3 Jun 12	1 Jul 12	900£ 900	-	-	1 Week
jul/aug	1 Jul 12	2 Sep 12	1300£ 1300	-	-	1 Week
sep	2 Sep 12	7 Oct 12	950£ 950	-	-	1 Week
oct	7 Oct 12	28 Oct 12	850£ 850	-	-	Flexible

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

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

Bookings confirmed upon receipt of 20% non-refundable deposit with the balance of payment due 6 weeks prior to the date of the booking. Payment generally made by telegraphic transfer into our bank.

Checkin is available from 1300hrs and checkout is at 1000hrs.

Out of season shorter stays may be considered.

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