12 bedroom house near Besalu, Gerona, Spain
Luxuriously Restored 18th Century Catalan Masia, Very Large Pool, Perfect for Groups
Set in an Exclusive Position, Embraced by Nature, Yet Close to Many Star Attactions
Sleeps 26 (12 Bedrooms)
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Stunning views and beautiful grounds provide an incredible setting for this well appointed home and guesthouse. Positioned at the end of a mile long drive, and surrounded by hundreds of acres of stunning forested land, one feels luxuriously lost in a tranquil haven. Beautiful villages, and lively markets are all nearby. Less than 10 minutes away is the medieval village of Besalú, one of the true gems of Catalonia, bristling with local life with its restaurants, cafés, and shops. And you are only 25 minutes away to the historic city of Girona, or 40 minutes to the beautiful Costa Brava beaches. Can Jan was conceived for the owners’ own dream vacations. The ancient farmhouse was lovingly restored, decorated with choice country antiques and equipped with all modern conveniences. Large groups of friends and family are comfortably accommodated in the stylish bedrooms and large airy living areas. Beautiful terraces and verandas offer stunning extensive views.
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| Rental periods | |
| January - June | 9000 euros |
| July / August | 11000 euros |
| September - December | 9000 euros |
| Christmas and New Year | POA |
Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per week in euros.
Changeover day
Flexible changeover day.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | 6 of the bedrooms have 180cm x 200cm beds (that can be separated into twins). 1 of the bedrooms has a 160cm x 200cm bed. 1 of the bedrooms has a 150cm x 200cm bed. 3 of the bedrooms have 140cm x 200cm beds. 1 has a has a 140cm bed plus a mezaninne. |
| Bathrooms: | All the bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms, except 1 that has the bathroom next door. All the bathrooms have sink, wc and showers except 2 that have a bath. |
| Kitchen: | 2 very well equipped kitchens, with dishwasher, microwave, oven and fridge/freezer. |
| Utility Room: | 2 washing machines, 2 tumble dryers, drying racks, ironing board and iron. |
| Living Rooms: | Ground floor dining room with room for all guests, and cosy sitting area. First floor sitting room with fireplace and large balcony with views. TV room with large screen TV, DVD-CD player. 2nd floor open sitting room with fireplace and views. |
| Other: | Sauna, steam room and large pool house with barbeque and eating area. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Included in the price is cleaning of the property and change of bedlinen and towels once a week. Maid service available on request at extra charge. |
Notes on accommodation
There is an annex self-contained cottage next to the villa with own kitchen, bathroom and 2 double bedrooms.
- hob/stove,
- oven,
- fridge/freezer,
- fridge,
- microwave,
- dishwasher,
- washing machine,
- tumble dryer,
- iron/ironing board,
- satellite tv,
- tv,
- telephone,
- central heating,
- room fans,
- cot,
- high chair,
- barbecue,
- private pool (for sole use of guests),
- pool heating,
- pets accepted
Accessibility
There is 1 bedroom on the ground floor that is suitable for wheelchair users.
Outside
Parking space, terraces with sitting tables and chairs for outdoor dining, swimming pool (15m x 10m), large pool house with barbeque table tennis and eating area. The property includes 500 acres of private land to roam freely all over, including a river to explore.
Coast/Beach
40 minutes drive to the loveliest Costa Brava beaches.
Golf
Torremirona Golf course, 15 minutes drive.
Girona Golf course, 20 minutes drive.
Skiing
1 hour drive to the nearest ski resort: Vallter 2000.
Travel
35 minutes Girona airport (Ryanair)
Daily Ryanair flights into Girona airport (Ryanair's Southern European hub) from Blackpool, Bournemouth, Bristol, Doncaster, Dublin, East Midlands, Glasgow, Liverpool, Stanstead, Luton, Newcastle, Paris, and Shannon, amongst many other places.
1h 15 min Perpignan airport in France (Ryanair).
1h 15 min Barcelona airport (all other companies).
Distances
Figueras and Dali museum (15 mins), historic Besalú (10 mins), Girona with historic Jewish quarter, fine restaurants and shopping (25 mins), Costa Brava beaches (1hr), Barcelona (1½ hrs).
Further details
Can Jan is surrounded by plenty of varied activities. It is a 7 minute drive from the picturesque medieval fortress town of Besalu, full of great restaurants and bars.
Just 40 minutes away are the Costa Brava beaches, marinas and restaurants. Barcelona, featuring world class museums, galleries, architecture shopping and restaurants is 75 minutes away. El Bulli restaurant, rated the world's best, is only an hour away.
Other activities include: horse trekking, sailing/boating, hillwalking in the Pyrenees, golf Salvador Dali museum at Figueres, 30 minutes from Can Jan, winter skiing 60 minutes away in the Pyrenees, City of Gerona 25 minutes away.
For booking and further information
Laura Bailes and Rod McCormick
Tel: (Spain) + 34 9725 91001
Mob: (Spain) +34 660 437643
Email: Click here
Owners Website: Click here
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