Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or fewer)
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Sat
Access:
Car not necessary Nearest amenities: 0.1 km
Notes:
No pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
A delightful old fisherman's cottage which has recently been upgraded and is now furnished and equipped to a high standard. It is located just 50 metres from the beach, restaurants and bars and has the benefit of a private garden which is unusual this close to the Town Centre.
The house which sleeps 4 people comfortably (6 maximum) is available all year round which will allow you to enjoy the 320 days of sunshine and the atmosphere of Collioure at any time. The layout briefly includes a kitchen with cooker, fridge, washing machine and dishwasher, separate sitting room with two sofas. TV (with access to English Television) and DVD player, bathroom with bath and shower over, one double bedroom and second bedroom with bunk beds. Outside there is a balcony with steps down to garden with wooden table and chairs which seats 6 people. - Ideal for relaxing with a glass of wine at the end of the day!
The town is full of history being flanked by a 13th Century Castle and Medieval Church. It was a favourite place for artists such as Matisse and Derain at the start of the 20th Century. Even today Collioure attracts artists from all over the world.
The front of the house as painted by our friend
Sitting Room
Main bedroom with balcony access
Garden with seating
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The Languedoc-Roussillon / Pyrenees-Orientales region
Collioure is set in the area of Roussillon where the Catalan heritage comes racing to the fore - from the road signs and the dancing, to the bull fights and the paella. French Catalonia has a strong separate identity with its own language and national colours of red and yellow, but has never expressed great desire to leave France
Collioure area
Collioure is a delight - the “jewel of the Côte Vermeille”. Sheltering under the hilltop château royal, the pink and russet houses of the old town are grouped around the small bay, filled with small, colourful fishing boats and visiting yachts. It comes as no surprise that it was a favourite with Matisse and Derain, and was often visited by Picasso. Aspiring artists still flock here every year.
The old lighthouse at the entrance to the port is now the bell tower of the church Notre Dame des Anges. The sacristy contains the church’s treasure, including 15th century paintings and a 16th century processional cross.
The old village, overlooking the tiny beaches of St Vincent and Plage du Nord, was originally Spanish and now full of restaurants and bars The local speciality is anchovies – they are caught in their thousands, bottled in brine or used to stuff green olives.
Collioure provides the perfect setting for festivals. Good Friday sees the Procession de la Sanch, a procession of penitents similar to that in Perpignan, but held at night by torch light. From April to September, the streets and squares are given over to les sardanes, troupes of dancers, dressed in traditional red, white and black, performing the sardana two or three times a week.
The main festival, the Festa Major de Collioure, takes place from 14 to 18 August, but space is limited and tickets must be reserved in advance by phone from the tourist office ( 0033 4 68 82 15 47).
Wherever you roam in Roussillon, you’re bound to end up in the region’s only major town of Perpignan, which is easily in reach of all the major attractions.
The city is immensely vibrant from the dilapidated maze of streets in the Arab quarter selling exotic spices, to the bright, almost gaudily pink and blue painted shop facades. The main attraction is the Palais des Rois de Majorque in Rue des Archers which should be on your hit list - a vast 13th century fortified palace. See also the Cathédrale St Jean with its pebble and red bricked exterior and the Place de la Loge, the bustling heart of the old town.
Céret, south west of Perpignan has an 18th century church with an ornate 14th century doorway but is also known for its cherries and wine. The town was also a centre for the Cubism movement which the small modern art museum celebrates.
Between Collioure and Perpignan lies the tiny village of Elne. Hannibal spent some time here before marching on to Rome but it suffered badly during the middle ages. There remains only some fine houses and the cathedral which is worth a visit.
Prades, to the west of Perpignan is a good base for exploring the Massif du Canigou. The town itself has a certain charm with its pink marble paving stones in Rue du Palais de Justice and 12th century Eglise St Pierre, but it is most famous for the Festival Pablo Cassals which takes place from the end of July to the middle of August each year. The festival attracts some of the greatest musicians to the performances in the ninth century abbey of St Michel de Cuxa and neighbouring churches. There is a tiny museum to his memory in the same building as the tourist office with other local exhibits, arts and crafts.
Close to the Spanish border, the ski resort of Font Romeu has been used as a high altitude training base for French Olympic athletes, and it still attracts those looking for an activity holiday, in winter and summer.
Tautavel is a charming village in the heart of the Corbières vineyards. It became famous with the discovery of ancient humanoid bones in the Caune de l’Arago. Ten years later, Tautavel Man was put together and dated to 450,000 years old. The museum, Musée de la Préhistoire explains the background.
Between Font Romeu and Prades, Mont Louis is the highest fortified town in France. Constructed by Vauban, the ramparts and citadel still stand. For a superb view of the surrounding countryside, pass through le bastion du lieutenant Michel Gilles, a vaulted passage to an outcrop of rock.
For more good views, take le petit train jaune (the little yellow train) from Villefranche de Conflent, west of Prades. It runs for 63 km up to the Spanish border at Bourg Madame, but it is not a tourist train, the railway having been built at the beginning of the 20th century to transport iron ore. The most spectacular section is between Villefranche and Font Romeu. Information is available at the SNCF station in Villefranche.
Finally don't miss Castlenou a beautiful hill top village with a Chateau at the top giving fantastic views of the surrounding area.
How to get there
Fly to Perpignan - Collioure is just 20km from the airport Cheap flights abailable from www.ryanair.co.uk - www.bmibaby.co.uk or www.flybe.co.uk Car hire from www.holidayautos.com There are always taxis at the airport and local taxi firms in Collioure for your return There is a train station in Perpignan and in Collioure try www.raileurope.co.uk for tickets
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Perpignan: 20 km
Railway:
Collioure: 1 km
Activities near Collioure
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation A winter sun break Good nightlife Cycling holidays
Sofabeds (1), Single beds (2), Double beds (1), Dining seating for 4, Lounge seating for 5, Sleeps maximum of 6
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private garden
Further details indoors: Sleeps 4 people comfortably but there is a sofa bed as an extra (Cot and high chair available to rent on request) Four beaches within the town - one is less than a minutes walk
Wide variety of bars and Restaurants Balcony and garden table and chairs
Close to Pyrenees 320 days of sunshine
Ideal for family fun or a romantic break Historical area
Busy market on Wednesday and Sunday
Easy access by road, rail or air
Quiet traffic free location - Parking available nearby at extra cost - 30 to 80 euros per week depending on season.
Many sports activities available either in Collioure or nearby such as Walking, Diving, Windsurfing, Sailing, Fishing, Tennis, Hiking, Hiking in Canyons, Climbing and of course Skiing in the Pyrenees.
Further details outdoors: The house has the huge benefit of having its own garden which is rare for this type or property so close to the Beach and the cenre of this beautiful town. This coupled with the fact that it is less than a minutes walk from the Beach means that you really can totally relax for your entire stay.
Further details
Allocated parking is available nearby at an extra cost of between 30 and 80 euros for the week depending on the season and subject to availability.
No smoking and no pets
Linen and towels available at small extra charge
Cleaning included within price
Dutch is also spoken (via a friend so please email)
Conditions
Refundable breakage deposit required. Full 24 hour emergency maintenance and property support
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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30/05/09 to 26/06/09
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27 Jun 09
470£470
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595£595
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470£470
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370£370
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270£270
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02/01/10 to 26/03/10
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295£295
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395£395
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