No pets allowed Not suitable for children Not suitable for elderly or infirm No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Es Dofi is a small but cosy studio apartment that has a wonderful setting on the third and top floor of the building that also houses the well known restaurant of the same name. With an extensive terrace and great sea views this is the perfect setting for a couple who want to be right in the heart of the resort and yet only a few steps from the golden sandy beach of Tamariu.
The access to the studio is through a private entrance beside the restaurant. Stairs lead up to the top floor and the large private sun terrace that has wonderful views over the beach and the sparkling sea.
Es Dofi - the furnished roof terrace of the studio
Es Dofi - the living room with sofa bed that converts to sleep two guests
Es Dofi - the entrance from the roof terrace
Es Dofi - the view from the roof terrace over the Bay of Tamariu
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The Costa Brava/Catalonia region
Catalonia, or perhaps better known as the Catalunya region, is the area of northern Spain bordering the Mediterranean just to the south of the French border.
This ancient kingdom once extended from near Narbonne in France down to Barcelona and eastwards to include the Balearic Islands. The area was later divided between France and Spain but even today it remains fiercely Catalan, as can be seen by the numerous red and yellow striped flags proudly displayed.
Perhaps Catalunya greatest gifts to the world have been its artists, Joan Miró and Salvador Dali are both from this region, but today’s artists, the chefs of Catalunya lead the world with their own inimitable styles and the rather exceptional cuisine, demonstrated best perhaps by Ferran Adria of El Bulli fame, held by many to be the best restaurant in the world.
For the holidaymaker this is the Costa Brava, known throughout the world for its scenic beauty, aquamarine seas and yellow sandy beaches. The most attractive area of the coast is the small area around Palafrugell which stretches from Pals and Begur in the north, south through Aiguablava, Tamariu, Llafranc, Calella de Palafrugell to the gardens of Cap Roig. This dramatic coastline abounds with beautiful bays, coves and headlands, interspersed with golden sandy beaches and is washed by sparkling seas. The glistening white villages of Tamariu, Llafranc and Calella de Palafrugell, each very different, are the perfect locations for relaxing holidays.
Inland the countryside is mainly agricultural interspersed with some wonderful timeless villages like Peratallada and Ullastret set against a distant backdrop of the ever present Pyrenean Mountains. If you want to explore, visit Pals, the walled medieval city; Bisbal famed for its production of ceramics; Torroella de Montgri with its Gothic palaces, courtyards and narrow streets that nestle beneath the Castell de Montgri dating from 1294 and the spectacular gardens of Cap Roig. There are various markets to explore, vineyards to visit and slightly further away the Dali Museum in Figures is well worth a visit; whilst the vibrant city of Barcelona is less than 2 hours away.
For the more energetic there are no fewer than 5 golf courses near Palafrugell; you can play tennis; follow a number of planned walking and cycling itineraries; go scuba diving; enjoy all manner of water sports; hire a boat and explore the coast; or just relax soaking up the sun on one of the beautiful beaches for which the area is renowned.
Tamariu area
Named after the tamarisk trees that once surrounded its bays, Tamariu is a charming small resort with a crescent of golden sandy beach, that is set on a sparkling bay between majestic tree clad hillsides. It is popular with families, beach lovers and those seeking watersports, walkers, cyclists and is renowned for its excellent fish restaurants which are set on the beach promenade overlooking the sea. One of our favourites is Es Dofi.
Holidays here are relaxed, lunches are long and the evenings are late but quiet. The paseo is the prelude to the evening meal with longer walks along the coast for the more serious hiker, one of the most popular is around the nearby headlands to the rocky cove of Aigua Xelida, with its own small beach.
There are many local festivals in the surrounding towns and villages - in late May Pallfrugell holds its Spring festival the Caroussel Costa Brava; on 23/24 June the Festa de St John is marked all over the region with with bonfires and firework parties; in July and August nearby Calella de Plafrugell and Llafranc hold their Cantada d' Havaneres musical festivals that involve the singing of local sea shanties on the beach. Tamariu holds its own Cantada on the beach in early September.
How to get there
Flights: The main airport of Catalunya is Girona-Costa Brava, recently upgraded and now served from a number of regional airports in Europe.
Scheduled airlines: Girona is served by the local Spanish airline Spanair and also by Transavia, but the majority of flights are with Ryanair who service a number of destinations throughout Europe including many airports in the UK and Ireland. - www.ryanair.com
Charter airlines: Girona-Costa Brava also is served by charter airlines from the UK, look at - www.airline-network.co.uk, www.flightsdirect.com, www.thomsonfly.com.
Barcelona airport is only an hour away and is served by the major airlines of the world.
Rail: The nearest railway station is at Flaca, then by bus and taxi to the resort. Girona is the nearest main line station.
Car hire: All major car hire companies are represented at both Girona and Barcelona airports. The following web sites will be of assistance: www.holidayautos.com; www.europcar.com; www.avis.com; www.hertz.com, www.sixt.com.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Girona: 55 km
Railway:
Flaca or Girona
Ferry:
Barcelona
Activities near Tamariu
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Beach or lakeside relaxation Cycling holidays
Sofabeds (1), Dining seating for 2, Lounge seating for 2, Sleeps maximum of 2
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Further details indoors: The interior of the studio is accessed from the terrace and comprises an open-plan living room with a sitting area, television and a sofa bed which converts to sleep two guests. The kitchen opens off the living area and is set at the rear of the studio with a dining table and is well equipped for two people with an electric hob and a microwave, fridge, coffee machine and toaster. There is a separate shower room with a shower, w.c. and wash hand basin. There is also a washing machine on the roof terrace.
Further details outdoors: The large terrace is furnished for dining and relaxing, just soaking up the sun and has wonderful views across the Bay of Tamariu to the wooded hillsides or out over the beach to the sparkling sea. The terrace is in full sun for most of the day and is the perfect spot for dining alfresco, but if you want to sample the many excellent restaurants, including the Es Dofi below, they are all just a few metres away.
Further details
The changeover day for weekly rentals of the studio is normally a Saturday, but we are able to offer various rental durations, even 3 or 4 nights for weekend breaks that allow more flexible start days outside the months of July and August.
When you are considering flights please note that the arrival times should be between 1600 and 2000 and that you will need to vacate the studio by 1000 on the day of departure.
You will need to pay a security deposit locally to cover against any breakages or additional items, and full details will be advised to you at the time of booking.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
The prices quoted above for Dofi include:
* The rental of the studio
* All utilities - gas, water and electricity as appropriate
* Linen and towels for the studio
The prices quoted here are for 7 night holidays. We are also able to offer stays of various lengths outside the months of July and August for which prices are on request. For rentals of 7 nights the start day is a Saturday, but may be flexible outside the high season, please ask for further details.
To book:
A deposit of 30% of the rental charge is payable on booking with the remaining 70% being payable 6 weeks before the start of the rental.
Cancellation charges- the following charges are payable:
* More than 45 days before the start of the rental loss of deposit.
* Between 45 and 30 days before the start of the rental 50% of the total cost of the rental.
* Less than 30 days before the start of the rental 100% of the total cost of the rental.
In the light of the above cancellation charges we would strongly advise you to take out comprehensive travel insurance that will cover you in the unfortunate event that you should have to cancel your rental.
In accepting bookings for Dofi, Tamariu, we are acting as agents for the local management company.
Guestbook for Dofi
We have had an absolutely delightful stay at the apartment - it suited our needs perfectly - if you ever consider selling please let us know !
B and D - August 2009
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