Pets welcome Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Our house, situated at the entrance to the small village of Serralongue, is the perfect place for a peaceful and relaxing holiday. Whether you are on the balcony or in the side garden, you can enjoy fabulous views of Mount Canigou whilst sipping a glass of the local wine! Or if you are feeling active, local walks are literally on the doorstep - as is horseriding and tennis - with an international standard golf course 30 minutes drive away.
Within a few minutes walk from the house, you will find a bar/restaurant which is open every day and where you can buy bread and the local papers. There is also an artisan charcuterie/general store and a post office. About 15 minutes drive away, you will find Prats de Mollo, (a lovely walled town with shops, restaurants, supermarkets, hotels etc.), and, in the opposite direction, St Laurent de Cerdans, with its mill/factory, making and selling the local Catalan cloth. Both have public swimming pools which are open during July and August.
Our three bedroom house, with its family bathroom and 2 shower rooms, is ideal for families and couples who enjoy the countryside or are in need of an "away from it all" holiday.
For further details please see our website using the link in the bottom right of the advert.
House and side garden
Front double bedroom
Lounge area
Rear courtyard
To see more photos please visit http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/22265
The Languedoc-Roussillon / Pyrenees-Orientales region
The Pyrenees-Orientales is the most southerly department of France and forms part of the region of Languedoc-Roussillon. As well as the beautiful Pyrenees, which run along its borders with Spain and Andorra, it also has the Mediterranean Sea. Thus, the PO contains beautiful scenery, including the snow-capped mountains, secluded valleys, lakes, sandy beaches, rocky coves and abundant wildlife.
It has an extensive history, only becoming part of France in 1659, and shares much of that history with northern Spain. It is referred to as north Catalunya, allied as much to Barcelona as to Paris, an area where people remain proud of their traditions, still speaking Catalan, the official language of both the tiny independent state of Andorra and northern Spain, and dancing the traditional sardana.
The main town of the PO is Perpignan, with its pavement cafes, markets and medieval centre. Within an easy drive are the Cathar Castles, as well as the museum to the 450,000 years old Tautavel Man. The Little Yellow Train climbs up into the mountains through breathtaking scenery and, on the coast, is Collioure which became a haven for artists (including Picasso) in the early 20th century.
In addition to its wealth of history, ski resorts and endless sandy beaches, the PO also boasts 300 days of sunshine a year (according to meteorological sources)!!
Serralongue area
Serralongue ("the long mountain") is in the Haut-Vallespir (the high valley of the river Tech). It is situated to the south of Canigou, the legendary Catalan mountain which reaches 2700 metres and dominates the region.
The village has one main street with an 11th century church, the only Conjurador (where the priest and villagers prayed to the saints) still existing in Catalunya and a museum covering at least some of its 3000 year history. It also has a restaurant/bar where you can buy bread, papers, etc, as well as eat, and an "artisan" charcuterie. It also has its own tennis court.
As well as tranquillity, you will also find plenty of walking, horseriding, a superb golf course - the Domaine de Falgos - and all manner of outdoor activities on your doorstep. The mediterranean beaches are about 90 minutes away and public outdoor swimming pools are open in July and August at both St Laurent de Cerdans and Prats de Mollo.
How to get there
The nearest airport to Serralongue is Perpignan, 65 kilometres away, while Gerona, about 120 kilometres away in Spain, is very convenient with its multitude of Ryanair flights as well as excellent road access and good car hire facilities.
Other airports such as Carcassonne, Montpellier, Nimes, Barcelona and Toulouse are all within easy driving distance to Serralongue.
In our experience, the best car hire deals are through specialist "broker" companies that can offer better rates than the actual hire companies. You can get quotes and book over the Internet or by telephone, but you must book several days in advance. It's worth checking ALL the company web-sites listed below, because they vary greatly; by country, time of year, pick-up, etc. It is not safe to rely upon a company simply because you have used it before! Over the years, good companies we have personal experience of are:-
NovaCar (www.rentacar-europe.com); World Wide Reservations (www.wwideres.co.uk); Auto Europe (www.auto-europe.co.uk); Holiday Autos (www.holidayautos.co.uk) and Travel Supermarket (www.travelsupermarket.com).
Don't forget that we are very close to Spain, and you will certainly want to cross the border to make the most of your holiday in this area. Whether you hire in France or Spain, PLEASE CHECK THAT YOUR INSURANCE COVERS YOU FOR BOTH FRANCE AND SPAIN AS SOME COMPANIES DO NOT INCLUDE BOTH COUNTRIES AS STANDARD!!!
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Perpignan: 65 km
Railway:
Perpignan: 60 km
Activities near Serralongue
Sports: Tennis in town Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats
Facilities
Luxuries:
Internet access, DVD player
General:
Central heating, TV, CD player, Telephone, Wi-fi available
Single beds (3), Double beds (2), Dining seating for 8, Lounge seating for 8, Sleeps maximum of 7
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Secure parking
Further details indoors: The main downstairs room incorporates a living area with an electric fire, a dining area, and a fully fitted kitchen. The dining table has seating for 8.
In the living area is a television and DVD, a three-seater sofa, easy chairs, pouffes, and bookcase.
Off the entrance hall is a wc with wash handbasin. Adjoining is a shower room with wash hand basin which then leads into the study. This has a french window opening to the rear courtyard and contains a desk with telephone and internet access. There is a also a single bed for occasional use.
Upstairs there is a sitting room with french windows opening onto fantastic views of the mountains, and a balcony which runs the length of the front of the house. Again, there is a sofa and easy chairs and a CD/Radio system with i-pod connection.
There are three bedrooms - a front double (with views over the mountains and doors opening to the balcony); a rear double and a rear twin.
The family bathroom has a shower over a bath, wash handbasin and wc. There is also a separate shower room with wash hand basin, shower and toilet.
Further details outdoors: To the front and side of the house are grassed areas, with fruit trees and bushes - help yourself to raspeberries and cherries in season! The side garden is shaded, it has a wooden table with benches and a wonderful view across the valley to the mountains.
At the rear, there is a courtyard which also has a table and chairs.
In the garage you will find a portable BBQ so that you can dine outside during the long summer evenings. The garage also houses the washing machine and is used to store various household items, however, a small car could be parked securely. You can, of course, park on the drive. Opposite the house is an "aire" which has a lot of parking spaces and is used in the summer by picnickers and ramblers.
Further details
* The changeover day in the High Season is Sunday, but we are flexible during the rest of the year. * Access to the house is available from 4pm and we ask you to leave by 11am.
Included in the weekly tariff are: * Heating and electricity * Bed linen * Towels, including beach towels * Welcome pack (wine, coffee, tea, biscuits, milk, etc) There are NO hidden extras.
Conditions
* The property is strictly non-smoking. * We are happy to accept well-behaved pets, but please ask before booking. * We do not usually take long lets as we also use the house ourselves, however, please enquire.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
Included in the price are the costs of electricity and oil (heating included); bed linen (the beds are made up for your arrival); towels, including beach towels and a Welcome Pack of wine, coffee, tea, milk, biscuits etc). There are NO hidden extras.
Please note:
* to secure the property a booking deposit of 25% is required with the full balance payable 8 weeks before the let commences.
*we give a 10% discount for the second consecutive week and prices for longer lets are available on request.
* a refundable security deposit of £150 is payable with the balance.
* changeover day is normally Sunday, but other days may be arranged outside High Season; please vacate the house by 11am; access is given from 4pm.
Payment can be made by cheque or bank transfer in either pounds or euros, details will be supplied on booking.
For further information please see our website using the link in the bottom right of the advert.
Guestbook
"Lovely comfortable house with every amenity........hope to visit again before long." James and Rita, Kent. "Serralongue provides a great base to explore this end of the Pyrenees." Ceri and Andy, Leeds. "We have stayed 14 days in Serralongue and enjoyed it very much.....Beautiful surroundings, ideal place for those looking for peace." Mr and Mrs K. Spain "A very comfortable and pleasant holiday home....eating - try the Café de la Poste in the village, you will not be disappointed." Marianne and Bob, Kent.
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