Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or fewer) Corporate bookings
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car not necessary Nearest amenities: 0.1 km
Notes:
Pets welcome Suitable for children Not suitable for elderly or infirm Smokers welcome Self-catering
Home description
In the heart of the Conflent Valley region, Vinca is on the shores of a large lake which is used for swimming and non-motorised watersports. The town is also nestled beneath the Catalan sacred mountain ‘Canigou’, which is arguably the most impressive landmark of the region. There are a number of bars, restaurants and shops in the town, all within walking distance of the house and although the house does not have broadband available, for those who need to stay in touch, some of the cafe’s in the town now offer free WiFi access, so keeping up to date is easy.
Ideally located in the thriving town of Vinca, this charming house (Maison de Village) offers spacious and comfortable accommodation. The spectacular Catalan covered rooftop terrace with unimpeded panoramic views offers a great place to relax and enjoy the tranquil surroundings.
Within easy driving distance of the mountains and the coast, this property is an ideal base for anyone wanting to explore the region, or for those who just want to enjoy the experience of living in a typical French town, and relaxing on the terrace after a trip to one of the many markets in the area.
All in all, this is a fantastic place to relax for all the family and offers a great central position in the region, ideal for exploring the region and taking part in the many activities that are on offer.
Dining on terrace overlloking mountains and orchards
Master bedroom has large double doors opening onto 20 m2 rooftop terrace
Uninterrupted panoramic views from terrace
To see more photos please visit http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/21453
The Languedoc-Roussillon / Pyrenees-Orientales region
Nestled beneath Mount Canigou and on the edge of a large mountain water lake with beautiful soft sanded beachfront (used for swimming and sailing), Vinca is a charming market town that combines the charm of a French village with the convenience of having restaurants, shops, bars and cafés. It is extremely convenient for all the main towns and visitor attractions of the region and in addition to this it is only 20 minutes from the historic Catalan capital of Perpignan, 30 minutes from the coast (Canet Plage & St. Cyprien) and 50 minutes from the main ski resorts (Font Romeu & Les Angles).
The nearest larger towns are Ille-sur-Tet (8 km) and Prades (8km), which both hold regular markets and festivals throughout the year.
Prades / Vinca area
Sites of interest in the surrounding area:
Villefranche-de-Conflent (Walled medieval town) Grottes-des-Canalettes (Magnificent caves) Geology Museum at Vernet-les-Bains (Incredible collection of over 10,000 fossils and minerals) St.Martin-du-Canigou (an Abbey dating back to the 9th Century). Saint-Michel-de-Cuxa Benedictine monks have been here since 578. The Abbey is pre-Romanesque and the cloister (in pink marble) Romanesque. Concerts during the festival Pablo Casals at nearby Prades. Prieuré de Serrabona (literally, the Priory of the Good Mountain) Consecrated in 1151 and classified as a Monument Historique in 1838. Famous for its beautiful capitals in the cloister.
Popular activities in the surrounding area:
The little yellow train (Petit Train Jaune)… a fantastic train journey through and up into the Pyrenees. Wintersports (Skiing, snowboarding, ice skating, cross-country skiing etc.) Golf at Marcevol (15 mins drive) Thermal spa’s at Vernet les Bains, St. Thomas les Bains and Molitg les Bains Adult and children's adventure park at Marquixanes Watersports & sunbathing at Vinca Lake / beach Indoor swimming at Ille-sur-Tet & Prades Canyoning at the Gorges du Llech Walking trails throughout the region (marked trails) Mountain and road cycling throughout the region Wine tasting at the various chateaux and caves. Watersports at the coastal resorts and marina’s.
How to get there
Fly to Perpignan via the low-cost airlines - Ryanair, Flybe, BMIbaby, or Air France - Vinca is just 30 minutes from the airport.
Alternatively fly to (in order of closeness) Girona 80 mins (Spain), Carcassonne 90 mins, Montpellier 2 hrs, Nimes 2 hrs 20 mins, Barcelona 2.5 hrs or Toulouse 2.5 hrs using low cost airlines Ryanair, Easyjet, FlyBe, Jet 2 or British Airways and Air France.
All major car rental agencies have a desk at all the airports.
Drive from Perpignan on RN 116 (direction Andorre), head for Prades. Pass Ille-sur-Tet and then about 8 km further you will reach Vinca.
All buses in the area are only 1 euro per journey! There is a low cost bus service from Perpignan airport to the city rail station and from there Vinca is a 25 minute train ride away.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Perpignan: 40 km
Railway:
Vinca
Ferry:
Santander: 680 km
Activities near Prades
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 Cycling holidays
Sofabeds (1), Single beds (2), Double beds (3), Dining seating for 8, Lounge seating for 5, Sleeps maximum of 8
Other:
Please check with the advertiser regarding linen and towels.
Outdoors:
BBQ
Further details indoors: This spacious 4 bedroomed property is perfectly positioned in the market town of Vinca and benefits from a magnificent 20m2 covered rooftop terrace with uninterrupted views of orchards and mountains in the distance.
Accommodation is arranged over three floors, with the living area, kitchen, dining and bathroom areas located on the ground floor. The two spacious upper floors contain the 4 bedrooms.
The living area includes a dining area in addition to a the normal lounge seating which is centred around a wonderful wood-burner which makes the property ideal for both summer and winter breaks. The living area also benefits from a SKY satellite TV system and DVD player (so don’t forget your favourite DVD’s).
The kitchen located at the rear of the property is bright and spacious and has a large patio door opening onto a small lane at the rear of the house. Also at the rear of the property is the bathroom and separate w.c.
On the first floor are three light, spacious bedrooms. There are two comfortable double rooms and one bunk bedroom (with third slide out single bed if needed) which also contains a table football game and TV/DVD which are ideal for keeping all the family happy when not out and about.
Moving up to the second floor brings you to the terrace and also the magnificent attic double bedroom which has it’s own large glass doors opening onto the spectacular terrace. The covered terrace itself has unimpaired panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and offers a fantastic place to relax in the summer heat whilst enjoying an al-fresco meal.
Further details
Prices include all utilities (gas, electric, oil and water).
Bedding and towels can be supplied on request for a small additional charge (£14 per double bed per week, £7 per single bed per week).
Rental rates
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Bookings must be confirmed by payment of a 25% non-refundable deposit. The remainder of the payment must be paid three weeks prior to arrival. Payments are processed via Paypal which allows secure payment by credit or debit card as well as by bank transfer.
Guests should normally arrive after 1500hrs. Departures should normally be before 1000hrs. These times can be modified by prior arrangement.
For information about short stays at this property, please contact us by using the link to the owner’s web-site below. Midweek arrivals are possible and reductions are available for longer term stays of greater than 2 weeks.
Guestbook for Vinca Maison la lavande
"Just to let you know we had a great time in Vinca.The property was lovely and the surrounding area is breathtaking."" - Feb 2008 - D & M Frith - UK
"The house was excellent, and the town of Vinca is to die for, the buildings, the atmosphere, the croissant's !!, and especially the people - wonderful. The area is also very special - is that the Catalan influence! Many thanks for your help - we had a wonderful time." July 2008 - David & Jane - UK
We had a wonderful time in Vinca and the house was everything that we hoped it would be. We spent many of our evenings on the terrace, with a glass of wine, just watching the sun go down behind the mountains. We would certainly recommend the house to anyone visiting the area - we had a very lovely holiday! Sept 2008 ZT - UK
The snow, the house, the terrace, the village - everything was wonderful. I will definitely be recommending and hope to make a trip again one year, our friends were very pleased with my find! Many thanks for all your assistance with our booking and plans. TJ Jan 09 UK
"I just wanted to say that we all had a really lovely holiday in Vinca. The house was great- plenty of space for all of us and it was so nice to have the terrace at the top with its wonderful views. We had most of our meals there when we were eating at home, and I enjoyed sitting in the morning with a cup of tea just taking in the view. We all liked Vinca- a really pretty and unspoilt little town. The children in particular made a lot of use of the swimming facilities at the lake, I enjoyed discovering the local footpaths for walking. The local people were very friendly and relaxed, and not at all put off by rusty French! So all in all we had a great time and look forward to going back some time." JB-S Sept 09
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Name:
Julie Waldren
Company:
Lets Holiday France
Tel:
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