Mas Rabiol
HPER1, Peratallada, Catalonia
Romantic farmhouse hotel with pool near the Costa Brava
A true home-from-home this delightful small hotel, just outside the medieval village of Peratallada (3km), is the ideal base for those wanting to mix days at the beach (the nearest just 20 minutes away) with exploring the fascinating medieval villages of the interior.
Set in a peaceful spot amongst olive groves and pine forest this 16th-century farmhouse has been lovingly restored by the current owners in a cosy, welcoming style. The extensive grounds (50,000 square metres!) are immaculately kept with a swimming pool and terrace area where you can dine out or just relax in the Catalán sunshine.
Service is highly personal and the owners, Gloria y Carles pay attention to every detail including the ecological aspects. Food is home cooked and locally sourced – slow-food – and adapted to the requirements of each guest.
Pals, famed as one of the prettiest medieval villages in Spain, is just ten minutes' drive away and Girona, with its wonderful old-town and rich Jewish heritage, 40 minutes. Head for the coast and you'll be spoilt for choice with the prettiest villages of the Costa Brava – from Begur to San Feliu de Guixols – all within half an hours' drive.
Accommodation
8 rooms all highly individual ranging from standard, superior, deluxe and suite. All have ensuite bathrooms high ceilings with wooden beams, and offer heating WiFi and digital TV. Two ground floor suitable for limited mobility
Hotel Features
Delightful gardens – spacious with large pool
Local and home-made produce
Swimming pool with walk-in steps
Outdoor terrace and loungers
Electric bikes
Cosy lounge with fireplace
Restaurant
Buffet breakfast with fresh, home-made and locally soured ingredientsDinner – home cooked (slow-food style) to order!(NB dinner must be advised in advance)
Hotel Facilities
Tour Booking ServiceWiFi all areas
Adults Only
Garden/Patio/Terrace
Laundry Service
Air Conditioning
Sports and Wellbeing
Swimming Pool (outdoor, all year)Bicycle hire
Room facilities (all rooms)
En-suite bathroomHeating
Air conditioning
TV
Fridge / Minibar
Walk-in shower
Hairdryer
Dining
Restaurant, open to the publicBar, open to the public, serving drinks and light snacks
Packed lunch service
Accessibility
Facilities adapted for guests with reduced mobilityRoom(s) adapted for guests with reduced mobility
Parking space adapted for guests with reduced mobility
Parking
On-site parking (free)Peratallada, Catalonia
Just 15 minutes' drive in from the beaches of the Costa Brava the fortified, medieval village of Peratallada is one of Catalunya's prettiest and best preserved villages.
It owes its name to the moat system, carved out of the bedrock (Pera meaning rock, tallada, carved) and indeed the whole village seems to grow out of the rock it sits on.
With its castle, town-wall and graceful archways framing picture-perfect views this is the archetype of a Mediterranean medieval village. Loose yourself in the tight winding passages, marvel at the Romanesque architecture or relax with a 'café con leche' in the cloistered square.
Set between Girona city and the coast this is the perfect base from which to explore the Empordá region and indeed the whole province of Girona with vineyards, beaches, mountains and plenty more medieval gems to compare and contrast…Medieval wonders of Peratallada, Pals and many more
- Cycling on the local Via-Verdes
- Empordá wine region – visit bodegas
- Dalís Figueras and Cadaqués
- Roman ruins at Empuries
- Walk the Camí de Ronda
- Beach hopping along the Costa Brava
- Take a day trip to the La Garrotxa Volcanic Park and Besalú
- Visit Barcelona – just an hour and a half away.