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Celra holiday castle accommodation with private pool, beach/lake nearby, internet access and balcony/terrace

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Castle
7 bedrooms
Sleeps 14
7 nights min stay

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Beach / lakeside relaxation
Nearest beach 33 km
Swimming pool
Child friendly
Car advised
No pets allowed
Private garden

From the owner

Enjoy your own private castle with an intimate, inviting atmosphere and laid-back way of living. Castel d'Escales is ideal for group gatherings and special get-together celebrations and is perfectly suited to travelers wanting to spark their imagination with a sense of place and contact with locals.

Adjacent to a nature reserve with lush rolling green hills yet walking distance to an authentic Catalan village and only 8km to the beautiful, medieval walled city of Girona and some of the area's top destinations for extraordinary food and wine. Award-winning, family-friendly beaches, gorgeous Mediterranean coastline with hidden coves (think the Côte d'Azur at a fraction of the price), and Spain's #1 rated golf course with Stadium layout are 30mins away.

A listed historic monument in Spain and Catalonia dating from the 10th-century, the unique architectural elements of the castle's original structure have been beautifully blended with a contemporary, fuss-free aesthetic tailored for your comfort and enjoyment. The castle is a self-catering, private luxury retreat with all modern amenities and is attractively decorated with comfortable, original furnishings. The property is unique in that, while self-catering, we have a local English-speaking host / concierge to help your group settle in, answer questions, and provide insider tips to the very best of the area. Catered meals can be arranged with traditional seasonal or bespoke menus - the perfect way to celebrate a special occasion.

Property Highlights: completely private, rural setting yet only 10mins to Girona and 30mins to the coast's prettiest beaches; fully catered meals available; circular stone tower's sweeping panoramic view to the Pyrenees; Wi-Fi throughout; private pool with bar and lounge area; well-stocked kitchen with updated appliances and induction cooktop; large terrace and dining areas perfect for entertaining; stocked wine cellar available on an honor system; beautiful and comfortable decor.

Architectural Features: 10th-century circular tower squared by 14th-century original stone walls; wood-beamed and stone vault ceilings; medieval courting seats; arched doorways and windows; castle arrow loop windows.

Located in Spain's region of Catalonia, midway between Barcelona and the French border, Castel d'Escales is 10mins to Girona and 30mins to the most picturesque and unspoiled part of the Mediterranean's Costa Brava with small secluded coves fringed with pristine golden sand beaches, clear turquoise water, and traditional fishing villages. Castel d'Escales provides a peaceful and intimate haven convenient to everything this inspiring and spectacular part of Spain has to offer.

Extraordinary restaurants are only 15mins from the castle including two buzzy Girona destinations for foodies: the Roca brothers' El Celler de Can Roca, 10 years in the World's Top 5 Restaurants, and Rocambolesc Gelateria, Jordi Roca's unique Willy Wonka-inspired ice cream shop.

Memorable Musts:

Try the hot ice cream-filled brioche bun or 'Anna Rocks' Cava popsicle with bubbles at Rocambolesc.

Enjoy a glass of wine and some tapas at a sidewalk café surrounding Girona's elegant Plaça de la Independència.

Explore the coast and savor freshly caught seafood, superb in its simplicity, at a restaurant that's nestled on the beach in a secluded cove.

Bookings are for a ONE WEEK MINIMUM stay MAY thru OCTOBER for groups of up to 14 guests. Children are welcome.

This site provides a calculation on a per night cost which is not what we provide. The castle cannot be booked on a nightly room-by-room basis.

The rental fee reflects the price of booking the ENTIRE property for a ONE WEEK MINIMUM. You do not share the castle with anyone else during your stay.

We look forward to hosting you here in Catalonia.

COVID-19:

All current mandated COVID-19 protocols for Spain and Catalonia, including enhanced cleaning, are followed by our Host/Concierge and Caretaker.

Any mandated national and/or regional protocols that may be in place during the time of your stay will apply to your group.

VIRTUAL HOSTING is available if you prefer (in-person hosting outlined below). Our Host/Concierge loves to share her passion for the area and can always be available to offer recommendations via WhatsApp and video calls..

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Amenities

Bed & bathroom

Bedroom 1: Double Bed
Bedroom 3: King Bed
Bedroom 4: Double Bed
Bedroom 5: Double Bed
Bedroom 7: Double Bed
6 En suites, 2 Toilets only

Families

Great for children of all ages
No pets allowed
High chair available

Access

Parking
Secure parking
Not suitable for wheelchair users

Essentials

Wi-Fi available
Private outdoor pool (unheated)
Mountain Views
Private garden
BBQ
Patio

Solarium or roof terrace
Balcony or terrace
Internet access
Fireplace
Staffed property
Games room
Cooker
Fridge
Freezer
Microwave
Toaster
Kettle
Dishwasher
Washing machine
Iron
High chair available
TV
DVD player
Stereo system
Linen provided
Towels provided
Housekeeping Included

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Interaction with guest

Our local English-speaking Host/Concierge will welcome you at the castle and give you keys, a tour of the property, and help your group feel completely at home. She will be available at specific times during your stay to answer questions and will happily give you insider tips including excellent restaurant recommendations. She can assist with reservations and you will be able to call her at any time during your stay. The castle also has an on-site Caretaker who lives in a separate apartment on the property. The Owners are always available to answer questions about the castle or the area, and provide a detailed 'Activities List' with information and suggestions of a wide range of things your group might like to see or do.

from £65/night

Castel d'Escales - history with modern serenity – Home 93232

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Cancellation policy

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100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

Partial refund

50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 8 weeks before check-in.

25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.

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No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.

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Things to know

Check in: 16:00 Check out: 10:00
If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.

Payment

This rental can only be paid for online through Holiday Lettings using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
Damage deposit: (£861.32) €1,000.00

Smoking

No smoking at this property

House rules

Self-catering property: your group is responsible for garbage removal, bottle recycling, dish washing, and any desired mid-week laundry for bed/bath linen.
INCLUDED IN THE RENTAL PRICE:
The castle is so large we include up to 6 hours/week of general tidying up in main living areas
Final clean included
Weekly bed/bath linen change included IF your stay is longer than 1 week
Host + Concierge warmly welcomes your group and provides superb tips and info to help make your stay special and memorable

Manager restrictions

Minimum stay: 7 night

Changeover day: Sat

About the owner

William H.

Tourist Licence
HUTG-025486

Calendar updated:: 18 Jul 2023
Years listed:: 14

Languages spoken: English, French, Spanish

This Castle has 7 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms and sleeps 14. It has been listed on Holiday Lettings since 16 Jun 2009. Located in Province of Girona, it has 5 reviews with an overall rating of 5. The average weekly rate is £6214.

The Owner has a response rate of 100% and the property’s calendar was last updated on 18 Jul 2023.

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mjana1208

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Amazing Castle!!!

Jul 2022

Words and pictures can’t describe what a wonderful experience we had staying in this castle. We had a blast!!!! We were group of 6 and it was more than plenty of room for us. Laura(host/conc… More

Reviewed 3 Aug 2022

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25Carolynn

London, Canada

Castel d'Escales - A Little Piece of Heaven!

Jul 2016

Castel d'Escales is a must vacation rental! The Castle has been lovingly restored, perfectly decorated, and filled with wonderful history. We were a group of 8. The castle is so spacious, we… More

Reviewed 3 Aug 2016

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Owner's reply:

Carolynn - It was a pleasure to host your group! We’re delighted you had a wonderful stay and enjoyed both the castle and surrounding area. We fell in love with the castle at first sight and it’s a real treat for us to welcome guests and share the property’s unique charm and history. You discovered Jools (and Bessie) are the icing on our cake and provide a special quality that makes your stay more comfortable and helps everyone really savor their experience. It adds another dimension when you’re “in the know” and can really connect with a place and join in its culinary adventure. Our desire is for every group’s stay to be as relaxing, fun and delicious as possible and we’re very happy to know you returned home carrying fabulous memories that will last. Best wishes, William & Sheila

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MRE555

Vancouver, Canada

Magical, cool and comfortable castle

Aug 2015

I spent 6 weeks in the castle, with friends and family coming and going. It was lovely to see the castle afresh with each new arrival; the M.C. Escher like quality of the repurposed fortress was ch… More

Reviewed 15 Oct 2015

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Owner's reply:

Thank you for taking the time to let us know how much you enjoyed your stay. We discovered the castle on our honeymoon and it has always seemed magical to us so it’s lovely to hear you and your guests felt that special quality, too. Jools (and Bessie) are our Super Secret Sauce - you can’t believe how good it is until you’ve tried it! We all truly care about our guests and are constantly seeking to make their castle experience as relaxing, memorable and delicious as possible. Some of the improvements we’ll be making include upgrading the cooktop to something simpler and more practical. The current halogen European-style cooktop looks good in a showroom but is not so easy to use when cooking. The outside space around the pool and bar will be landscaped to conserve water and provide shade to make the entire pool area as enjoyable and relaxing as possible. Thank you again for your valuable suggestions and feedback which can only make our future guests even more comfortable as a result! Best Wishes, William

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Andrew S

Melbourne, Australia

Ridiculously awesome.

Jun 2014

It's pretty hard to put into words how great this place is. We were a large group of friends, mostly couples but there were a few young kids as well. It's an exhilarating feeling to be li… More

Reviewed 15 Jul 2014

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Maureen V

Edmonton, Alberta

Spanish idyll

Aug 2011

Our party included 10 adults, two teenagers and three children. We had plenty of room to spread out during the day and the dining room was large enough to accommodate sit-down family dinners. We h… More

Reviewed 17 Oct 2011

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FAQs

How do I find more info about the property?

You can get in touch with William (the owner) through the contact form on this page.

If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your holiday booking to send the owner a message.

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Send William (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

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Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your holiday booking to view William the owner's contact details or send them a message.

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Use the Book your stay form to pay provisionally online and send William (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then

Or send William (the owner) an enquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.

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You can also request a quote from William (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.

How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?

You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your holiday booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.

How do I pay for my holiday?

Use the Book your stay form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. William (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.

If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your holiday booking.

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Why can't I call William (the owner) before booking?

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If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage my booking.

How do damage deposits work?

In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.

Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.

How can I view and manage my booking?

Go to Manage your holiday booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your holiday or cancel it if you need to.

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You can pay the remaining balance of your holiday at any point. Simply go to Manage my holiday booking and click Pay now.

We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage my holiday booking to see when the payment will be taken.

How can I retract my booking request?

You’ll need to contact William (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your holiday booking or through the contact form on this page.

How do I cancel my booking?

Go to Manage your holiday booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.

How do I edit my booking?

You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your holiday booking page. To change your holiday dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send William (the owner) a message.

If William (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your holiday booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.

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