Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or fewer)
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car advised Nearest amenities: 5 km
Notes:
No pets allowed Suitable for children Not suitable for elderly or infirm No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Finestret is located at the foot of Mont Canigou with easy access to the pathways that rise up into the Pyrenees and give fabulous views across the foothills to the Mediterranean. Swimming in the rock pools and waterfalls in the river that runs through the village are within easy reach.
Closeby in Vinca, just 2 miles away, you can swim from a sandy beach in a large, safe freshwater lake overseen by lifeguards. In Prades (6 miles) , the local unspoilt market town, 4x4 trips can take you to the top of Mt Canigou (8500 ft). The surrounding villages are unspoilt and great for exploring with picnics whilst enjoying the plentiful local wines.
At Villefranche de Conflent the walled city gives an experience of medieval cathare living and the Little Yellow Train which goes from the station has open carriages that carry you up into the high moutains with spectacular views. The forts at Peyrepetuse and Queribus give stunning views across the countryside and from the nearby seaside town of Collioure you can take a day trip around the coast.
Front of the house
View from the bedroom balcony
Garden terrace
Dining /living room
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The Languedoc-Roussillon / Pyrenees-Orientales region
Finestret is an unspoilt, medieval Catalan village in the foothils of the Pyrenees. The Lentilla river runs through the village providing excellent picnic spots, waterfalls and deep rock pools for private summer swirmming. A large fresh water lake and beach can be found in the nearby town of Vinca.
Finestret is great for walkers, at any time of the year giving an excellent launch point for walks in the surrounding hills and to access Mont Canigou (3000metres / 9800feet) which rises up behind the village.
The local market town of Prades has a fabulous marble church in a classic french town square surrounded by bars and restaurants; there are numerous chapels and monastery ruins including Serrabonne where the priory is surrounded by a botanical garden; there is easy access to the resorts and beaches of the Mediterranean including St Cyprien (for golf), Argeles, Le Racou, Collioure (birthplace of the Fauvist painters) Ceret (home of Picasso and the Museum of Modern Art), Port Vendres and Banyuls sur Mer.
The ski resorts of les Angles and Font Romeu are an hour away and Spain just a short drive to the historic seaside town of Cadiguez . Barcelona is two hours away to the South.
Prades / Finestret area
Immediate access to the Grande Rondenees that traverse the Pyrenees; 4 x 4 trips to the top of Mt Canigou (3000 metres); short distance from the main ski resorts in the Pyrenees. Diving, sailing windsurfing at the beaches on the Mediterranean 30 miles away; snail feasts and fireworks on the 14th July, Le Sanch processions at Easter in Perpignan in the day time and candlelit processions at night in Collioure. Every village has a summer event and Finestret is no exception with catalan dancing and village barbecues.
How to get there
Fly to Perpignan - Finestret is 28 miles from the airport Cheap flights available from Ryanair (London) and BMIbaby (Manchester) to Perpignan airport Car hire available at the airport which you can book direct through the airlines or from Perpignan railway station. By train there is a Eurostar service to Lille from London St Pancras which connects to a TGV service direct to Perpignan. The journey from Perpignan to Finestret takes about 40 minutes by car and you are soon into very beautiful countryside.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Perpignan: 30 km
Railway:
Perpignan: 30 km
Activities near Prades
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Waterpark Horse Riding Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
DVD player
General:
TV, CD player
Standard:
Kettle, Toaster
Utilities:
Dishwasher, Cooker, Fridge, Washing machine
Rooms:
Bedrooms (4), Bathrooms (1), En suite (1), Shower rooms (1), WCs (3)
Furniture:
Single beds (2), Double beds (3), Dining seating for 8, Lounge seating for 8, Sleeps maximum of 8
Other:
Please check with the advertiser regarding linen and towels.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private garden
Further details indoors: The renovation of this old barn and transformation into a charming village house has taken us a very careful few years to ensure that its character and charm has been preserved. The beams are exposed and in places the stones of the wall have been left to grace the rooms with an authentic rustic charm. Downstairs there is an open plan living/dining room with two comfy sofas and a dining table that seats eight. Doors open out onto the sunny garden terrace with views across the hilllsides. The kitchen and appliances are all brand new and there is a downstairs WC.Upstairs the two back bedrooms have french doors that open out onto individual balconies with stunning views across the hills. The main bedroom has an en suite bathroom. The two bedrooms at the front of the house overlook the narrow street which winds its way down to the village Church. There is a shower room and separate WC. The decor is simple white, with grey floor tiles downstairs and wooden floors upstairs.
Further details outdoors: The village is secluded with ample car parking in two tree shaded areas beside the river. There is a children's park with swings, also by the river. You can walk from this park up the river to explore the tunnels, rock pools and waterfalls that bring the fresh water down from the mountains. There is a Roman Aquaduct system that carries water down to the fields which are filled with cherry, apricot, peach, nectarine and plums. The blossom in the spring time is legendary and fresh fruit and vegetables are cheaply available from the local farms. The hedgerows are full of pomegranate, blackberries and blueberries; the wild flowers in Spring and the mushroom hunts in autumn add a year round feast of natural opportunity.
Further details
Welcome pack provided on arrival with lots of maps, details of local attractions and things other people have enjoyed doing. English speaking representative on hand who manages the property and lives in the village.
Conditions
Strictly no smoking. Refundable breakages deposit of £30 required on arrival, to be refunded within two weeks of your departure subject to satisfactory property inspection. 25% non refundable rental fee due six weeks before your stay to secure booking. Property not suitable for children under 5.
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Cleaning costs per booking £50
Linen £30 for one complete set of 3 double and two single sheets, duvet covers, 8 pillow cases and 8 towels.
25% deposit payable immediately to secure booking (non-refundable)
Refundable breakages deposit of £30 required on arrival, to be refunded within two weeks of your departure subject to satisfactory property inspection.
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Contact details for the advertiser of home 90152
Name:
Gemma Blizzard
Tel:
+33 468 052344
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