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Les Cathies is located in a quiet residential area of Collioure. It is just a few minutes stroll away from the delightful picture postcard waterfront of Collioure and the myriad of small shops that wind through the streets behind. The waterfront is fringed by plenty of friendly bars and cafes where it is easy to spend time relaxing over a beer and croque monsieur or enjoy a full blown gastronomic feast.
The apartment itself is recently decorated and furnished in a modern, light and contemporary style which gives a peaceful relaxed feeling to it's occupants.
Collioure watefront
Lounge 1
Plage Boramar
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The Languedoc-Roussillon / Pyrenees-Orientales region
It is on the South West corner of the Mediterranean coastline of France. The wine of the region is world renowned. It benefits from higher than average hours of sunshine throughout the year and locals will tell you that only 10 days rainfall occur each year.
Collioure / Faubourg area
Collioure is a small pretty fishing town on the Mediterranean coast of France in the Catalan region. It is less than 30 minutes drive from the Spanish border.
It has the Mediterranean coastline at the front of the town and is backed by vineyards that form the foothills of the Pyrenees mountain range.
The region is well known for it’s wine and the local vineyards operate co-operatives for selling and distribution of the wines. There are plenty of outlets in and around Collioure that allow you to buy and taste the wines of the area.
Collioure is also well known for it’s anchovies and anchovy fishing boats can still be seen moored around the harbour of the town. Again there are lots of oppurtunities to buy local anchovies in and around the town.
The views of the coastline and town inspired artists through the ages and Matisse and Derain immortalised it in their canvasses. A special route through the town has been waymarked that passes some of the views that Matisse and Derain painted. The route is called Chemin de Fauvisme and all the sites are indicated by the reproduction of the painting on a panel relevant to the site.
The sea front of Collioure is dominated by fortified church which is so near to the water’s edge it appears to actually be in the sea. This church is Eglise Notre- Dame des Anges and was built in the 17th Century. It’s distinctive pink domed tower used to be the lighthouse for the old port. The interior of the church belies it’s somewhat plain exterior since it houses 9 ornate wooden carved and gilded altarpieces, that are well worth visiting.
The other imposing building towering over the promenade is the Chateau Royal. This building is built on a former Roman site. It was founded by the Templars in the 12th Century and became the summer home for the kings of Majorca in the 13th and 14th Century. Nowadays it is given over to tourism and summertime exhibitions.
There are 5 small and safe beaches in Collioure. There are plenty of bars, cafes and restaurants both at the edge of the beaches and on the quaint winding streets, although those people looking for a lively nightlife should look elsewhere since Collioure does not have a wild night life despite having a night club and casino.
The pretty, narrow streets of the town house a surprising number and variety of small shops that sell everything from holiday momentoes to everyday comestibles and great works of art.
Like any holiday destination there are plenty of things to see and do outside Collioure itself.
The tourist information office in the town will be able to provide you with brochures and more detailed information of things to do and see but a sample of what’s available is:
Diving school - this is actually in Collioure (www.cip.collioure.com) Boat trips around the bay Argeles plage – huge sandy beach in next town Ancient town and ramparts of Carcassonne – about 90 minutes drive (www.monum.fr) Kentucky ranch – Argeles sur mer (next town along) (www.cheval-argeles.com) Mazes – Celtic and traditional – outskirts of Perpignan (www.labyrinthesauxmillefleurs.com) Gorges de la Fou – near Arles sur Tech Glass making – Argeles Wildlife park – between Narbonne and Montpelier (www.reserveafricainsigean.fr) Aquarium – Banyuls sur Mer (www.obs-banyuls.fr) Caves – Villefranche (www.grotte-grandes-canalettes.com & www.granparc.com) Prehistoric museum – Vingrau (www.tautravel.com) Go karting – Claira (www.grand-circuit-roussillon.com) Bike hire (scooters, quads, motor cross & mountain bikes) – Collioure (www.chez.com/xtrembike)
How to get there
Flights are available to Perpignan by Flybe, AirFrance, Bmibaby and Ryanair from Paris, Manchester, Birmingham, Stansted and Southampton. Perpignan airport is about 45 minutes drive away from Collioure and transport to Collioure is available by car hire at the airport or by taking the Navette (bus) to Perpignan station where you can catch a train to Collioure station. Taxis are also available at the airport to take you to Collioure.
Flights are also available to Gerona by Ryanair and Thomson fly from Bristol, Bournemouth, Stansted and others. Gerona airport is a 80 minute drive away from Collioure and car hire is available at the airport. Booking the car hire when you book the flights with Ryanair will give you considerable reductions in the cost of car hire. Again taxis are available at the airport to take you to Collioure. Alternatively you could take the bus to Barcelona (Gerona is Barcelona’s airport) and then take the train to Collioure station.
www.airfrance.com
www.flybe.com
www.bmibaby.com
www.ryanair.com
www.thomsonfly.com
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Perpignan
Railway:
Collioure
Activities near Collioure
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Waterpark Horse Riding Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Beach or lakeside relaxation A winter sun break Cycling holidays
Sofabeds (1), Single beds (2), Double beds (1), Cots (1), Dining seating for 4, Lounge seating for 7, Sleeps maximum of 6
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace
Further details indoors: The apartment is a ground floor 2 double bed-roomed apartment set in the Fauborg area of Collioure.
Features
Large open plan lounge/kitchen/diner:
Lounge has ľ comfortable seating for 4 to 6 ľ full size double bed settee ľ Satellite Colour TV receiving UK freeview channels ľ DVD / CD player
Diner/kitchen has ľ Full size electric cooker ľ Automatic washing machine ľ Fridge with small freezer compartment ľ Adequate eating and cooking utensils for 6 people ľ Microwave ľ Toaster
2 double bedrooms:
Master bedroom has ľ A king size double bed ľ Built in storage ľ Under bed storage ľ Vanity mirror
Second bedroom has ľ Twin full size beds ľ Under bed storage ľ Limited hanging space ľ Vanity mirror ľ Travel cot
Bathroom: ľ Bath with over bath shower ľ Wash basin in built in vanity unit ľ Separate WC ľ Hair dryer
The lounge and separate bedroom open onto the patio by traditional French shuttered doors.
The kitchen and master bedroom have the benefit of ventilation with traditional French style shuttered windows.
Further details outdoors: The apartment has the benefit of a patio area equipped with patio furniture.
Further details
English-speaking representative available to answer any questions.
Conditions
Heating costs will be covered in rental during months of May to October. Outside these times £20 supplement will be added to the rental for use of heating. A refundable deposit against damages will be required of £100. A 50% non-refundable deposit of the rental will be payable on confirmation of the booking with the balance payable 4 weeks prior to the start of the holiday. Bed linen and towels are available for hire at a cost of £9 per person.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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January and February
2 Jan 08
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200£200
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29 Mar 08
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29 Mar 08
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24 May 08
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500£500
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July and August
28 Jun 08
6 Sep 08
625£625
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6 Sep 08
4 Oct 08
500£500
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October
4 Oct 08
1 Nov 08
350£350
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November and December
1 Nov 08
27 Dec 08
200£200
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27 Dec 08
1 Mar 09
200£200
3030
8585
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1 Mar 09
29 Mar 09
300£300
4040
125125
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29 Mar 09
24 May 09
350£350
5050
150150
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24 May 09
28 Jun 09
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28 Jun 09
6 Sep 09
625£625
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6 Sep 09
4 Oct 09
500£500
7070
215215
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4 Oct 09
1 Nov 09
350£350
5050
150150
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1 Nov 09
27 Dec 09
200£200
3030
8585
3 Nights
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The owner's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
Up to 25% discount on bookings for 2009!!
Change over days are negotiable.
Short breaks available.
Availability
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