Amazing Views and Plenty of Privacy Await You on the Banks of the Ebro River!
A beautiful and secluded place to relax,unwind and enjoy the real,unspoilt Spain
Sleeps 2/5 (1 Bedroom)
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Whether you are holidaying or searching for a home to buy in this most scenic of areas, our Riverside Finca is perfectly located in the village of Benifallet where local activities include fishing, birding, kayaking, cycling, hiking or simply relaxing. Benifallet has 792 extremely friendly and welcoming inhabitants, living a tranquil, easy-going lifestyle which you will find very alluring. In fact, once you get here, you may not want to leave. The warm-fuzzy feeling and sense of well being experienced by just getting up in the morning and breathing in your surroundings is something you just have to experience to understand. The handful of shops in the village are all family owned and run. You have a choice of 10 bars/restaurants, bakeries, butchers, corner shops, cooperative selling local produce, fish shop, an olive oil mill, chemist and bank with ATM. The hustle and bustle of Barcelona is just two hours north and the tourist mecca of Salou less than an hour away, the choice is yours.
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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 11 January 2012 - 29 February 2012 | £40 | £270 | £500 | 1 |
| 1 March 2012 - 31 October 2012 | £60 | £400 | £1500 | 1 |
| 1 November 2012 - 1 March 2013 | £30 | £200 | £450 | 1 |
Changeover day
Arrival time will be after 2pm on the first day and departure time will be before 10am on the last day unless otherwise previously arranged with us.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1 with a double bed, single bed and wardrobe. |
| Bathrooms: | Bathroom with shower, toilet, sink and large mirror. |
| Kitchen: | Kitchen includes a two ring gas hob, small fridge, toaster and sink. Everything you will need is supplied including cutlery, pots, pans, cheese grater, corkscrew, spices etc. |
| Living Rooms: | Lounge has a large sofa that can be easily converted to a king-size bed, small dining table, two armchairs, a TV/DVD player, selection of films, books and boardgames. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
All towels and linens are included at no extra charge. There is no cleaning charge as the finca is presented in a spotless condition and is expected to be that way after your stay. New towels and linens are supplied every seven days. |
| Amenities/Facilities: | hob/stove parking fridge tv room fans barbecue private pool (for sole use of guests) |
| Suitability: | pets accepted |
| Location Type: | river mountain |
Notes on accommodation
Fans are provided in the summer and a superser gas heater in the winter. The finca is suitable for children and pets but the land is rustic and care needs to be taken when near the river. We ask those who are fishing to take special care as the river level can fluctuate quite rapidly. Customers who rent for the month during the winter are responsible for the cost of heating use.
Accessibility
The property is not suitable for wheelchair users.
Outside
Outside there is a BBQ area, picnic area, parasol and private 12 foot diameter splash pool with inflatable lilos. The finca is situated on 4 hectares of private land with parking. The village of Benifallet is a 3 minute drive (20 minute walk) away. The track is accessible by any type of car. Electricity is provided by an automatic generator and battery system. Water is provided from an historic well. Bottled drinking water is provided. The toilet uses a septic system so only certain items are suitable to be flushed. This will be described in your welcome packet. It is recommended you bring sunscreen and insect repellent especially in the summer months.
Coast/Beach
Our nearest beach, Cristal Platja, is 30 minutes drive away and is in a lovely peaceful area with, as the name suggests, crystal clear water. The water gets fairly deep fairly quickly, unlike a lot of the Costa Dorada beaches. It is mainly a residential area with restaurants, beach snack bars in summer, sun lounger and pedal boat rental. Even in the height of the season we have never found it to be busy. Other popular beaches like l'Hospitalet de l'Infant and Miami Platja are nearby as well.
Golf
Our nearest golf course, La Figuerola, is just 35km from the finca near the town of Vandellós. It offers an 18-hole par 3 course at a very reasonable 20 Euro a round including club rental. With fantastic views it is situated beside an 11th-century country house that has been converted into a 4-star hotel. Also nearby is the Bonmont golf course (53km) which offers green fees from £27. Laid out over gentle terrain with forward tees for the higher handicaps it is an enjoyable course (normally in good condition). Perhaps some difficult carries for novice players. Buggies: £32 Clubs: £24 (source courtesy of UKSG). The Aigüesverds golf course (67.6km) starts from £25. It is a pleasant local golf course and worth playing as a contrast to Bonmont and La Figuerola. Buggies: £32 Clubs: £24 (source courtesy of UKSG).
Special interest holidays
Fishing: Of course, the Ebro River is famous for its gigantic catfish and carp fishing. If you need a fishing license, we suggest that you email us with all your details thereby wasting no time once you get to the Ebro River. The current license fees are: 15 days €10 or 1 year for €18 Cycling: The greenway or via verde, follows old railway tracks. When the trains stopped rolling over these tracks once and for all, they fell into disrepair and were forgotten. The old lines have now lost their rails, and what was once the domain of wagons and locomotives is the realm of cyclists, walkers and day-trippers. Kayaking: “Beniemocions” is a local company that offers a selection of different canoeing and kayaking routes along the river for you to make the most of the Ebro at your own pace. They provide all the equipment as well as expert tuition.
To ensure availability we can prearrange guided fishing, kayaking, hiking and cycling reservations for you.
Travel
Reus Airport (REU): 70km (50 Minutes Drive) Serviced by Ryanair,Thompson, Thomas Cook, Jet2 and Blue Air. Valencia Airport (VLC): 222km (2 Hours and 16 minutes Drive) Serviced by Ryanair. Easyjet, Jet2, Vueling, and Transavia. Barcelona (BCN): 167km (2 Hour Drive) Serviced by Easyjet, Iberia, American Airlines, Continental, Delta, BMIBaby, Monarch, Jet2, Transavia and Vueling. Girona (GRO): 257km (2 Hours and 40 Minutes Drive) Serviced by Ryanair, BMI and Transavia. Car hire is recommended.
Distances
Delta de l'Ebre Natural Park: 72km (1 Hour and 26 Minutes Drive). Els Ports Natural Park: 97.7km (1 Hour and 35 Minutes Drive). Miravet: 14km (15 Minutes Drive). Móra d'Ebre: 24.7 (26 minutes Drive). Gandesa: 15.2km (17 Minutes Drive). Tortosa: 25km (25 Minutes Drive). Corbera d'Ebre: 20km (22 Minutes Drive). Montstant: 39.6km (40 minutes Drive). El Pinell de Brai 7.3km (9 Minutes Drive). Port Aventura: 74.2km (1 Hour Drive). Tarragona: 83.3km (1 Hour Drive). Barcelona: 177km (2 Hours Drive).
Further details
The most enjoyable part of the day may be just relaxing watching the river flow by, or sitting outside one of the local bars having a glass of wine, watching the world go by and chatting with the locals. An essential part of being here and experiencing village life is a beaming smile and an ‘Hola!' or 'Bon dia!’ to everyone you pass in the street.
When it comes to eating out in Benifallet you’ll be spoiled for choice, and with the menu del dia of 3 or 4 courses including wine for around €10 per person, there is no excuse for not trying out the local cuisine at one or all of the village restaurants. Everything is made from local produce and, as well as the menu del dia, each restaurant serves an a la carte selection. Unfortunately, the words vegetarian and Spanish cuisine don’t necessarily come in the same sentence so you are not likely to see many vegetarian options offered, but they will be pleased to make up a dish for you.
Local fiestas are part of living here, whether you live here all year round or ‘live’ here for a week, you’re sure to find something happening, if not in Benifallet, then in one of the nearby villages, and you will love the lively celebrations usually topped off with fireworks. If you’re here for New Year’s Eve you must be in the square with your 12 grapes for the midnight bells as you attempt to eat one for each bell……… it’s harder than you think!
But the most important fiesta is Benifallet’s Festa Major in September when every tiny street in the village is decorated and the celebrations go on for 5 days culminating with Catalunya Day on the 11th. Be prepared for no sleep when things like Battle of the Drums happen at 4am.
Booking notes
A 25% non-refundable booking deposit is required to confirm your booking (100% for a 1 or 2 night stay). This is payable thru PayPal.The balance can be paid in cash,bank transfer or through PayPal (paying the balance via PayPal will incur an additional 3.5% fee). In some cases a security deposit may be required.This can be paid in cash and will be returned on the day of your departure. It is a condition that every guest has their own travel insurance policy before arrival.
Guest comments
Apr/May 2011
If you want a perfect holiday & to feel welcome,then this is the place.The people here are the kindest we have ever met.Mandy & her husband are great hosts & everything we needed was supplied.A lot of thought has been put into making our stay perfect.All the information you could need was given to us and maps.They made the finca feel like it was our home.The fishing was great even though we never done much.Tony caught 5 and lost 4, the biggest being 120lbs.
Thanks for everything. It has opened our eyes to how people should be.We will be coming back.Tony Jodie & Joshua
July/Aug 2011
Had an amazing holiday at the finca.Stayed for 13 days.The weather was brilliant there was so much to do!We went to the beach lots,we explored Benifallet,Salou,L’amettla&Tortosa.Thank you looking after us is it’s been a really great place to stay! Jessica
Sep2011
Thank you for the best holiday we ever had!And we are sure we will be back next year!Emilia,Tukasz,Ryszard, Alina, Gregor, Jacek
Owner profile
Happiness in the sun!
About the owner
We hail from the UK/Ireland and fell in love with Benifallet nine years ago on our very first visit to Catalunya when we came to look at property with a view to moving to this area. On our first full day we found Benifallet and instantly fell in love with the village and the warm, friendly, welcoming population. Within an hour we had found a tiny village house we adored, found the Botiga Bar across the road where Rosita took us under her wing, and decided that this was the place for us. It was all a bit sudden and a bit too good to be true, so we drove around the whole area checking out all the villages but nowhere did we feel that same impact, so 6 weeks later we handed over our money and became the proud owners of the house we live in today.
Year purchased: 2006
Why the owner chose a home in this location
In the summer of 2006 we moved here permanently and bought a finca on the river which we are now renting to holidaymakers. Life here is good and the days, weeks and months drift by in the simple lifestyle we have become accustomed to. Learning Catalan is a challenge but with free lessons supplied by the town hall, it’s all coming together slowly and the years ahead promise us a little bit of heaven on earth! The scenery is probably the most stunning thing you will notice,from the mountains to the beautiful river, each day is as picturesque as the last. Though only 50 minutes from the tourist resorts and airports, Benifallet is still an undiscovered and remote gem, harking back to the old days of the real Spain. Come and experience it for yourselves! You won't be disappointed!
Unique benefits of the property
Everything you will need to enjoy your stay is supplied, from a TV and towels to the invaluable corkscrew. When you arrive you will find a complementary welcome pack of essential food stuffs waiting for you.All topped off with a selection of DVDs . We have tried to think of everything, but if there is anything in particular you think you might need,let us know and we will see what we can do. As we have lived here for 7 years,feel free to pick our brains for suggestions of activities,properties in the area, the people,culture and the language.If we don't know the answer we, probably know someone who does.We look forward to meeting you!
For booking and further information
Property Ref S13726
Mandy
Tel: (Spain) + 34 977 462 007
Owners Website: Click here
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