Country House with Pool, Rural Setting, Spectacular Mountain Vistas
30 mins from Costa Dorada, few Mins from Mountains of the Els Ports Natural Park
3 Bedroom House (Sleeps 6)
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The house is in a rural setting surrounded by olive trees in a beautiful valley on the edge of the mountainous Els Ports Natural Park & has stunning mountain views. The nearest village of is only 3 minutes drive away where you will find surprisingly good restaurants and bars. Its village shops provide local produce & will cover any day to day needs. Supermarkets are another 10 minutes away located in the towns of Roquetes & medieval Tortosa (situated on the banks of the mighty River Ebro). Present day Tortosa has numerous interesting shops as well as a vibrant covered market. It also prides itself in celebrating special fiestas full of folklore and old traditions. Celebrity chef Rick Stein has also visited Tortosa to sample its Catalan culinary delights. The house is also well placed to enable you to leave your car behind and explore the local area on foot and is within a short drive of many of the Els Ports Natural Park trails.
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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 1 January 2012 - 1 June 2012 | £90 | £530 | 7 | |
| 2 June 2012 - 29 June 2012 | £660 | 7 | ||
| 30 June 2012 - 31 August 2012 | £830 | 7 | ||
| 1 September 2012 - 28 September 2012 | £660 | 7 | ||
| 29 September 2012 - 15 December 2012 | £90 | £530 | 7 |
Notes on prices
Gas, electricity and linen included. Daily rate for bookings over 7 nights based on a division of above weekly rates. Pool is open 2nd Jun - 28th Sep 2012. During Oct to May price includes heating & also a 20% discount is available for 1 to 2 person only occupancy.
Changeover day
Changeover days are flexible. When bookings are back to back, arrival time will be 3pm and departure time 11am.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | 1 double bedroom and 2 twin bedrooms with twin beds. |
| Bathrooms: | Double bedroom is en-suite (own shower, toilet and handbasin) and twin bedrooms have separate shower room with shower,toilet and hand basin. |
| Kitchen: | The kitchen is well-equipped with gas hob, electric oven & microwave, fridge freezer and washing machine. |
| Living Rooms: | There is a large lounge/diner with wood burning stove for any cooler nights. It is also equipped with a comfortable sofa, dvd player (with selection of dvds) & radio/cd/mp3 player. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
The property is fully managed and clean linen is provided for each new occupancy (hand & shower towels are not included but can be hired). There is a change of linen for stays of more than 10 nights. |
| Amenities/Facilities: | hob/stove oven fridge/freezer microwave washing machine iron/ironing board tv room fans barbecue private pool (for sole use of guests) |
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Notes on accommodation
No smoking inside property, sorry no pets allowed. It's essential to have a car.
Accessibility
Not suitable for wheelchair users.
Outside
The outside of the house consists of a large sun-bathing terrace with 8 x 4m private swimming pool (with safe access control for small children). The pool depth ranges from 1.3 to 1.7m with easy entry via a semi-circle of steps. There is a smaller BBQ terrace as well as garden and pool terrace furniture and an outside shower.
Coast/Beach
The nearest beaches are within 30 minutes drive. Costa Dorada beaches are renowned for their fine golden sand. The two nearest blue flag resorts are located either side of the Ebro Delta. On its northern side is L'Ampolla, with rocky coves, ideal for snorkelling, & plentiful fish restaurants. On the southern side is Sant Carles de la Rapita with family beaches, renowned restaurants, pleasant shops & its busy fishing fleet. The Ebro Delta itself also hosts 15 miles of unspoilt sandy beaches.
Golf
The Mediterranean resort of L'Ampolla hosts a 18 hole pitch and putt course which is only 20 minutes away.
Special interest holidays
Guided walking in the mountains of the Els Ports Natural Park & guided birdwatching using both the Ebro Delta & Els Ports Natural parks can be arranged.
Travel
Reus Airport is only 1 hour drive away with Barcelona & Valencia Airports only 2 hours drive away. Girona (Costa Brava) is 2 & 1/2 hours drive away. Car hire is essential & available direct from all airports.
Distances
Barcelona is only 2 hours car/train journey away & can be enjoyed on a day's visit. This cosmopolitan city has fine shopping districts and street markets. It has an impressive Gothic cathedral located in the medieval quarter, and of course Gaudi's famous Sagrada Familia. The Roman city of Tarragona - located within 1 hours drive/train journey overlooks the Med Sea & has pleasant shopping areas & outdoor cafes.
Universal Studio's Portaventura Theme & Water Park are only 1 hours drive away.
Further details
Horseriding, river trips, fishing, mountain biking are all available locally. The area is also ideal for photography & painting enthusiasts.
Booking notes
£100 UK pounds deposit required. Balances can be paid by Bank transfer. Instalments available subject to balance amount.
Guest comments
´We arrived in the dark & so on Sunday morning when we opened the shutters, wow what a stunning view! Lovely villa, fantastic swimming pool - we would highly recommend this holiday. We all feel very relaxed & have recharged our batteries´. Jim Haigh & family, Herts UK July 2011
´The unspoilt rural setting is so peaceful & totally charming.Our mountain trip, the birding & the wild animals will live in our memories forever. We hope to return when possible.' Yolande & David Gascoigne, Bushey, Herts, UK May 10
'All we can say is what a fantastic holiday. A beautiful villa in a wonderful setting (with the best view one can imagine) & the pool was exceptional´ Charlotte, Robert & family. Manchester UK July 09
'Smashing bungalow which really lives up to its name! Friendly welcome & a lovely relaxing holiday. Fantastic range of birds & walks in the area. Thanks!' Jane Hutton, Paul Burgess, David and Judith Anderson, Cheltenham, UK. June 08.
For booking and further information
Property Ref S8712
Contact Name:
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