Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or fewer)
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car advised
Notes:
No pets allowed Not suitable for children Not suitable for elderly or infirm Smokers welcome Self-catering
Home description
This fantastic newly built pool house is ideal for a couple or single person wanting to enjoy all the Pyrenees has to offer. The location is in a splendid village set in the foothills of the Pyrenees and the addition of a pool makes this a place you'll want to return to again and again.
Recently built to a very high standard, the property is extremely well appointed and offers accommodation on one open plan level. There are two patio area's to relax in and the kitchen even has an indoor barbecue!
Perfect for a cosy retreat for a couple or a great place for someone on their own to get away from it all.
For our autumn and winter guests, the house also offers heating in all rooms. This makes it ideal for those wishing to use the house to tour the ski areas. (major ski resorts are a 45 minute drive away).
For more details of the area and property, please visit our website by clicking on the link at the bottom of this page.
Patio Area at Poolside
Bright Sitting Area
Shady Gazebo
Rear of house and pool from orchard
To see more photos please visit http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/92600
The Languedoc-Roussillon / Pyrenees-Orientales region
Languedoc-Roussillon is perfectly positioned between the Mediterranean to the east where the beautiful sandy beaches provide long days by the sea, and the Pyrenees to the west, which offer a wealth of walking and cycling opportunities, not to mention skiing in the winter!
This region is a delight; the Conflent valley provides lush green scenery, with Mount Canigou dominating the skyline and the Pyrenees visible in the distance. You can be swimming in the sea in the morning, and hiking in the mountains in the afternoon. There are even thermal hot springs, so if you would like to combine the two activities we can suggest a hike AND a swim in the mountains! It really does offer you everything!
There is a lake in the local town of Vinca, with beaches, from which you can swim, sail or wind-surf, or you could just visit the popular open air swimming pool in Prades.
Weather: We benefit from being in the sunniest region of France, and enjoy warm, sunny weather from March all the way through to October. November and December are cooler but still with sunshine. January, February and March are great skiing months (45 minute drive to the ski resorts).
Prades / Clara area
Clara is a very peaceful, typical village of the region with the local church, boules court and tennis courts. It also benefits from having one of the best restaurants in the region, right in the heart of the village, which is definitely worth a visit. The river runs through the village, just in front of the house and provides a wonderful setting off point for a gentle walk, or a more strenuous hike.
The nearest main town, just a few kilometres away, is Prades. A thriving market town, Prades has many great shops and restaurants as well as a lively market on both Tuesday and Saturday mornings, where you can buy local produce such as the peaches and cherries that are grown in abundance here, fresh vegetables, wonderful cheeses…. and of course the excellent wine!
There are events and festivals throughout the year. Spanish cellist Pablo Casals fled to Prades during the Spanish civil war, stayed and established the festival that now bears his name. The Catalan summer school takes over the town for two weeks in August, and there is dancing in the square every night during this period.
Places of Interest: For touring the area, Clara offers an excellent base. Just a few of the sites of interest within easy driving distance are listed below:
* Villefranche de Conflent, a fine example of a medieval walled town * Little Yellow Train, catch this train from Villefranche and enjoy the specatular mountain views right into the Pyrenees. * Grottes de Canalettes, magnificent renowned caves with an incredible light and sound show * St Martin du Canigou, 9th century abbey perched impressively high on the hillside with fantastic scenery and walks. * St Michel de Cuxa, 6th century abbey that hosts concerts during the Pablo Casals festival but is also open for viewing most of the year. * St Thomas les Bains, outstanding natural thermal hot springs in wonderful outdoor mountain setting.
How to get there
- Fly to Perpignan via the low-cost airlines - Ryanair, Flybe or Air France - Clara is just 40 minutes from the airport.
- Alternatively fly to (in order of closeness) Girona, Carcassonne, Montpellier, Nimes, Barcelona or Toulouse using airlies Ryanair, Easyjet, FyBe, British Airways or 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 and when you arrive take directions to centre ville. The Clara turn-off is on the left. Follow signs to Clara and it is approx 4km from the main road.
- There is a free bus service from Perpignan airport to the city rail station and from there Prades is a 30 minute train ride away. Prades to Clara is a short taxi ride (approx 10 euros).
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Perpignan: 55 km
Railway:
Prades: 5 km
Ferry:
Santander: 785 km
Activities near Prades
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats A winter sun break Cycling holidays
Facilities
Standard:
Kettle, Iron, Hair dryer
Utilities:
Cooker, Fridge, Freezer
Rooms:
Bedrooms (1), Shower rooms (1)
Furniture:
Double beds (1), Dining seating for 3, Lounge seating for 3, Sleeps maximum of 2
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Shared outdoor pool (unheated), Shared garden, BBQ
Access:
Secure parking
Further details outdoors: The house benefits from two patio areas equipped with table, chairs and parasol, Situated above the sleepy village of Clara, the views are magnificent. Access to the local tennis courts is just a short walk away (small fee payable to the mayor).
Parking is possible on the property.
Further details
Prices include all utilities (gas, electric, oil and water) and the use of linen and towels for your stay.
Conditions
Smokers accepted but we would prefer it if you could smoke outside on the balconies or terrace.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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Contact details for the advertiser of home 92600
Name:
Julie Waldren
Company:
Lets Holiday France
Tel:
+33 (0)468 96 08 01
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